Nikon COOLPIXS80BK User Manual

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.  
The consequences that could result from failure to observe the precautions listed  
in this section are indicated by the following symbol:  
This icon marks warnings, information that should be read before using this Nikon  
product, to prevent possible injury.  
WARNINGS  
Turn off in the event of  
malfunction  
Should you notice smoke or an  
Do not use the camera or AC  
adapter in the presence of  
flammable gas  
Do not use electronic equipment in  
the presence of flammable gas, as this  
could result in explosion or fire.  
unusual smell coming from the  
camera or AC adapter, unplug the 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.  
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 AC adapter could result in  
injury. Repairs should be performed  
only by qualified technicians. Should  
the camera or 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.  
ii  
   
For Your Safety  
Observe caution when  
handling the battery  
Discontinue use immediately should  
you notice any change in the  
battery, such as discoloration or  
deformation.  
If liquid from the damaged battery  
comes in contact with clothing or  
skin, rinse immediately with plenty  
of water.  
The battery may leak 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  
AC adapter (available separately), be  
sure to unplug the AC adapter from  
an electrical outlet.  
Use only a Rechargeable Li-ion  
Battery EN-EL10 (supplied).  
Charge the battery inserted into the  
camera by connecting the Charging  
AC Adapter EH-68P/EH-68P (AR)  
(supplied).  
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.  
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 cable 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 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 expose the battery to flame  
or to excessive heat.  
Do not immerse in or expose to  
water.  
Return the battery to the battery  
case for transportation. Do not  
transport or store with metal objects  
such as necklaces or hairpins.  
The battery is prone to leakage  
when fully discharged. To avoid  
damage to the product, be sure to  
remove the battery when no charge  
remains.  
iii  
   
For Your Safety  
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.  
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.  
Do not apply pressure to the  
monitor  
Should the monitor break, care should  
be taken to avoid injury caused by  
broken glass.  
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.  
Turn the power off when  
using inside an airplane or the  
hospital  
Turn the power off while inside the  
airplane during take off or landing.  
Follow the instructions of the hospital  
when using while in a hospital. The  
electromagnetic waves given out by  
this camera may disrupt the electronic  
systems of the airplane or the  
Handle moving parts with  
care  
Be careful that your fingers or other  
objects are not pinched by the slide  
cover or other moving parts.  
instruments of the hospital.  
CD-ROMs  
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.  
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  
one meter (3 ft. 4 in.) from the subject.  
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Notices  
Increase the separation between the  
equipment and receiver.  
Connect the equipment into an  
outlet on a circuit different from that  
to which the receiver is connected.  
Consult the dealer or an  
Notices for Customers in the U.S.A.  
IMPORTANT SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS–  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.  
DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF  
FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,  
CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE  
INSTRUCTIONS  
experienced radio/television  
technician for help.  
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.  
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.  
Federal Communications  
Commission (FCC) Radio  
Frequency Interference Statement  
This equipment has been tested and  
found to comply with the limits for a  
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part  
15 of the FCC rules. These limits are  
designed to provide reasonable  
protection against harmful  
interference in a residential installation.  
This equipment generates, uses, and  
can radiate radio frequency energy  
and, if not installed and used in  
Interface Cables  
Use the interface cables sold or  
provided by Nikon for your equipment.  
Using other interface cables may  
exceed the limits of Class B Part 15 of  
the FCC rules.  
accordance with the instructions, may  
cause harmful interference to radio  
communications. However, there is no  
guarantee that interference will not  
occur in a particular installation. If this  
equipment does cause harmful  
interference to radio or television  
reception, which can be determined  
by turning the equipment off and on,  
the user is encouraged to try to correct  
the interference by one or more of the  
following measures:  
Notice for customers in the State of  
California  
WARNING  
Handling the cord on this product will  
expose you to lead, a chemical known  
to the State of California to cause birth  
defects or other reproductive harm.  
Wash hands after handling.  
Nikon Inc.,  
1300 Walt Whitman Road  
Melville, New York 11747-3064  
USA  
Reorient or relocate the receiving  
antenna.  
Tel: 631-547-4200  
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Notices  
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.  
Notice for customers in Canada  
CAUTION  
This Class B digital apparatus complies  
with Canadian ICES-003.  
ATTENTION  
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B  
est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du  
Canada.  
Notices for customers in Europe  
CAUTION  
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS  
REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT  
TYPE.  
DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES  
ACCORDING TO THE  
INSTRUCTIONS.  
This symbol indicates that  
this product is to be  
collected separately.  
The following apply only to  
users in European countries:  
This product is designated for  
separate collection at an  
appropriate collection point. Do not  
dispose of as household waste.  
For more information, contact the  
retailer or the local authorities in  
charge of waste management.  
This symbol on the battery  
indicates that the battery is  
to be collected separately.  
The following apply only to  
users in European countries:  
All batteries, whether marked with  
this symbol or not, are designated  
for separate collection at an  
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Table of Contents  
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Table of Contents  
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Table of Contents  
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Table of Contents  
x
Introduction  
About This Manual  
Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX S80 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, SDHC memory card, and SDXC memory card  
are referred to as “memory card.”  
The setting at the time of purchase is referred to as the “default setting.”  
The names of menu items displayed in the camera monitor, and the names of  
buttons or messages displayed on a computer monitor appear in bold.  
Screen Samples  
In this manual, images are sometimes omitted from monitor display samples so  
that monitor indicators can be more clearly shown.  
Illustrations and Screen Display  
Illustrations and text displays shown in this manual may differ from actual display.  
C Internal Memory and Memory Cards  
Pictures taken with this camera can be stored in the camera’s internal memory or on removable  
memory cards. If a memory card is inserted, all new pictures will be stored on the memory card and  
delete, playback and format operations will apply only to the pictures on the memory card. The  
memory card must be removed before the internal memory can be formatted or accessed for  
picture storage, deletion, or viewing.  
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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.  
URL 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  
Holographic seal:  
leaking.  
Identifies this device as an  
For more information about Nikon brand accessories, contact a local  
authentic Nikon product.  
authorized Nikon dealer.  
Before Taking Important Pictures  
Before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at weddings or before taking the camera on  
a trip), take a test shot to ensure that the camera is functioning normally. Nikon will not be held liable  
for damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction.  
About the Manuals  
No part of the manuals included with this product may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed,  
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  
pictures selected for the welcome screen (A 147). Care should be taken to avoid injury or damage  
to property when physically destroying data storage devices.  
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Parts of the Camera  
The Camera Body  
11 10 9  
Lens cover closed  
1
2
3
4
5
6
12  
7
8
1
2
3
Power-on lamp............................17, 19, 137  
7
8
9
Battery latch.............................................14, 15  
Memory card slot..........................................22  
Lens......................................................... 168, 184  
Eyelet for camera strap................................4  
Shutter-release button..............................28  
Battery-chamber/  
memory card slot cover................... 14, 22  
Self-timer lamp ......................................36, 73  
AF-assist illuminator......................... 29, 154  
4
10  
5
Microphone (stereo)......................107, 124  
Battery chamber ...........................................14  
11 Flash......................................................................33  
6
12 Slide cover (power switch).....................19  
Attaching the Camera Strap  
4
                                 
Parts of the Camera  
1
2
3
4
5
Under the connector cover  
6
7
OLED monitor (monitor)*/  
touch panel.........................................................6  
Power connector cover  
(for connection with optional AC  
Adapter) ..........................................................169  
1
5
2
3
4
Tripod socket  
USB/audio/video output  
connector..........................16, 129, 133, 139  
Connector cover...........16, 129, 133, 139  
Speaker..................................................108, 128  
6
7
HDMI mini connector.............................129  
* Referred to simply as the “monitor” in this manual.  
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. Focus and exposure lock while the shutter-release button is held in this  
position. To release the shutter and take a picture, press 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 pictures.  
Press the shutter-  
release button  
Press the shutter-  
release button the  
halfway to set focus rest of the way down  
and exposure. to take a picture.  
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Operating the Touch Panel  
The monitor on the COOLPIX S80 is a touch panel display operated by touch. Use  
the method described below.  
Tapping  
Tap the touch panel.  
Use this operation to:  
Select icons or other controls  
Select pictures in thumbnail playback mode (A 79)  
Perform touch shutter (A 41), touch AF/AE (A 44),  
or subject tracking (A 55) operations  
Display the setting controls during shooting or  
playback (A 12)  
Dragging  
Drag your finger across the touch panel and  
remove it from the touch panel.  
Use this operation to:  
Scroll through pictures in full-frame playback mode  
(A 30)  
Move the visible portion of a picture enlarged with playback zoom (A 81)  
Use sliders to adjust exposure compensation (A 47) or other settings  
When the camera is in full-fame playback mode,  
drag two fingers across the touch panel to scroll  
ahead ten frames quickly.  
Place two fingers on the touch panel about 1.5 cm  
(0.6 in.) apart, slide them about 2 cm (0.8 in.) to left or  
right. Note that the desired results may not be  
achieved if your fingers are placed side by side.  
Tap the touch panel to stop at the current frame.  
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Operating the Touch Panel  
Dragging and Dropping  
Place your finger on the touch panel,  
drag it to the desired location ( ), and  
1
remove it from the touch panel ( ).  
2
Use this operation to:  
Apply the rating setting (A 97)  
Spreading/pinching  
Spread two fingers apart/pinch two  
fingers together  
Use this operation to:  
Zoom in/out on a picture (A 81) in playback  
mode  
Switch to thumbnail playback mode from full-  
frame playback mode (A 79)  
B Notes on the Touch Panel  
This camera utilizes a static touch panel. Therefore, it may not respond when touched with  
fingernails or gloved fingers.  
Do not press on the touch panel with pointed objects.  
Do not apply unnecessary pressure to the touch panel.  
The touch panel may not respond to touch if a commercially available protecting film is applied.  
B Notes on Touch Panel Operations  
The camera may not respond if your finger is left in one place too long.  
The camera may not respond if the followings are made.  
- Bounce your finger off the display  
- Drag your finger over too short a distance  
- Stroke the display too lightly  
- Move your finger too quickly  
- Change the distance between your fingers while you drag two fingers or drag them too far  
- Both fingers are not moved simultaneously when spreading or pinching  
7
     
Main Display of the Monitor/Touch Panel and Basic Operations  
Shooting (Information Indicators)  
The information displayed on the monitor varies with the camera settings or  
status.  
18 17  
16 15 14 13 12  
1
2
11  
10  
9
8
3
36  
T
a
50  
m00s  
m00s  
1
1
W
4
b
36  
5
1/250 F3.6  
6
7
1
Focus area (auto)..........................................49  
Focus area (center)  
11 Internal memory indicator......................25  
2
3
4
5
6
7
12 Battery level indicator................................24  
Focus area (face detection)............ 28, 72  
Focus area (touch AF/AE)........................44  
Focus area (subject tracking)................55  
Shutter speed.................................................28  
Aperture.............................................................28  
q O  
13  
Vibration reduction..............................153  
14 Travel destination......................................148  
O
Date not set..............................................172  
15  
a
Number of exposures remaining  
(still pictures)* ..........................................24  
Date imprint.............................................152  
16 AE/AF-L indicator..........................................71  
17 Focus indicator ..............................................28  
18 Flash indicator................................................34  
8
b Movie recording time remaining  
........................................................................ 127  
9
Zoom indicator...................................... 27, 54  
10 Macro mode....................................................54  
* Indicator is displayed when there are 50 or fewer exposures remaining.  
C Auto Monitor Boost  
The camera automatically increases monitor brightness outdoors and under extremely bright  
lighting to make the monitor display easier to see and read (when Brightness (A 151) in the setup  
menu (A 145) is set to 4 or less).  
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Main Display of the Monitor/Touch Panel and Basic Operations  
Shooting (Operation Controls)  
Tap the following controls to change settings.  
Tap the tab to display the setting controls and shooting settings can be  
changed (A 12).  
The controls available and the setting status displayed vary depending upon  
the shooting mode and the current camera settings.  
8
1
2
3
4
T
7
6
OFF  
AUTO  
W
AUTO  
0.0  
5
1
2
3
4
Shooting mode*.........24, 51, 61, 72, 124  
Switch to playback mode .......................30  
Touch AF/AE cancellation.......................44  
Tab.........................................................................12  
5
Setting controls.............................................13  
Wide zoom .......................................................27  
Tele zoom..........................................................27  
Scene effect adjustment slider ............63  
6
7
8
* Indicators displayed vary with current shooting mode.  
C Monitor Display in Portrait (“Tall”) Orientation  
When the camera is held in portrait (“tall”) orientation, the controls and indicators are also displayed  
in portrait (“tall”) orientation. Controls and indicators may not be appropriately rotated when the  
camera is pointing up or down.  
T
W
AUTO  
T
OFF  
AUTO  
0.0  
W
AUTO  
0.0  
OFF  
AUTO  
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Main Display of the Monitor/Touch Panel and Basic Operations  
Playback (Information Display)  
The following monitor display shows information for the picture currently  
displayed and camera status.  
The information displayed on the monitor varies with the camera settings or  
status.  
The indicators below are displayed when the camera is turned on or is in  
operation, and they disappear after a few seconds elapse (A 151).  
1
2
3
4
5 6  
:
15 30  
15 11 2010  
9999. JPG  
7
8
9
4/  
4
a
9999/9999  
1
1
m00s  
m00s  
b
4
4
11  
10  
8
1
2
File number and type............................. 171  
Date/time of recording.............................20  
j Glamour retouch icon ...................120  
Filter effects icon...............................118  
i
s Quick retouch icon ..........................114  
c D-Lighting icon..................................115  
d Paint icon...............................................111  
r Stretch icon ..........................................116  
q Perspective control icon...............117  
p Voice memo icon..............................107  
C Small picture icon.............................122  
1
Image mode .............38, 112, 122, 123  
3
1
Movie options ....................................... 127  
4
5
6
Print-order icon .......................................... 102  
Protect icon................................................... 100  
Battery level indicator................................24  
Album icon in favorite  
a
Crop icon ...............................................123  
a
Current frame number/  
total number of frames......................30  
9
b Movie length..........................................128  
2
7
pictures mode ..............................................86  
Category icon in auto sort mode .....91  
10 Internal memory indicator......................30  
2
11 Rating indicator.............................................97  
1
2
Indicators displayed vary depending on the setting for shooting.  
The icon for the selected album or category in auto sort mode currently selected in  
playback mode is displayed.  
10  
     
Main Display of the Monitor/Touch Panel and Basic Operations  
Playback (Operation Controls)  
Tap the following controls to change settings.  
Tap the tab to display the setting controls (A 12) and deleting or editing will  
be available.  
The controls available displayed vary depending upon the displayed picture  
and the current camera settings.  
5
1
2
3
4
1
Switch to shooting mode  
3
4
5
Tab.........................................................................12  
Setting controls.............................................13  
Movie playback...........................................128  
1
2
...............................................24, 51, 61, 72, 124  
2
Playback mode .....................30, 84, 91, 94  
1
2
Indicators displayed vary with the shooting mode.  
Indicators displayed vary with current playback mode.  
C Picture Display  
When the camera is rotated, the picture and controls displayed are also rotated as indicated below.  
Pictures and controls may not be appropriately rotated when the camera is pointing up or down.  
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Main Display of the Monitor/Touch Panel and Basic Operations  
Opening the Tabs  
When in shooting or playback mode, use the setting controls to make shooting  
and playback settings. Display the controls by tapping the tab at the bottom, left  
or right side of the monitor.  
Tap the icon of the desired item to display the setting screen for that item.  
Tap z (setup) in the setting controls to make the basic camera settings.  
When H or J is displayed on the setting screen, tap H to exit the setting  
screen and tap J to return to the previous screen.  
Tap the tab again to hide the setting controls.  
Tap the tab to display  
the icons of settings  
that can be changed in  
the current mode.  
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To hide setting  
controls, tap the tab  
again.  
Tap z to display the  
setup menu.  
T
Tap an icon to display  
the setting screen of  
that item.  
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OFF  
0.0  
Tap an icon to apply  
the setting of that  
item.  
Return to the previous  
screen.  
Image mode  
3968×2232  
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Main Display of the Monitor/Touch Panel and Basic Operations  
Shooting  
Shooting settings can be made.  
The available setting items vary depending on the shooting mode (A 48).  
Each icon also indicates the current setting.  
X
p
Flash mode.............................................33  
Macro mode..........................................54  
1
n
A
Self-timer..................................................36  
Image mode..........................................38  
1
T
Touch shooting  
W
q Touch shutter......................................41  
r Touch AF/AE .......................................44  
s Subject tracking................................55  
E ISO sensitivity........................................57  
OFF  
2
3
V
Continuous.............................................58  
2
3
w White balance.......................................59  
o
Exposure compensation................47  
Setup.......................................................145  
T
OFF  
AUTO  
z
W
AUTO  
0.0  
Playback  
Pictures can be edited and deleted, and playback settings can be made.  
The available setting items vary depending on the type of picture or playback  
mode.  
1
2
3
Rating...................................................................97  
Add pictures to albums  
(except in favorite pictures mode) ....84  
Remove pictures from albums (in  
5
4
3
2
1
0
h
1
favorite pictures mode)............................87  
c
b
Delete ........................................................31  
Slide show...............................................98  
d Protect....................................................100  
a
U
DPOF print order..............................102  
Paint.........................................................111  
2
3
M Retouch .................................................109  
E
Voice memo........................................107  
z
Setup.......................................................145  
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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
Slide the battery-chamber/memory  
card slot cover in the direction  
indicated by the arrow ( ) and open  
1
the cover ( ).  
2
Insert the battery.  
Confirm that the battery’s positive (+) and  
negative (–) terminals are oriented correctly as  
shown on the label at the battery chamber  
opening, and insert the battery.  
Use the battery to push up the orange battery  
latch in the direction indicated by the arrow (  
)
1
and fully insert the battery ( ).  
2
The battery latch will spring back into place when  
the battery is fully inserted.  
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.  
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Inserting the Battery  
Removing the Battery  
Close the slide cover to turn the camera off  
(A 19) and be sure that the power-on lamp  
and the monitor have turned off before opening  
the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.  
To eject the battery, open the battery-chamber/  
memory card slot cover and slide the orange  
battery latch in the direction indicated by the  
arrow ( ). The battery can then be removed by  
1
hand ( ).  
2
Note that the battery and memory card may become hot during use; observe  
due caution when removing the battery.  
B Notes on the Battery  
Be sure to read and follow the warnings for the battery on page iii and the section, “The Battery”  
(A 167), before use.  
If the battery will not be used for an extended period, recharge it at least once every six months  
and run it flat before returning it to storage.  
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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
Be sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor are off.  
Be sure to insert the battery into the camera (A 14) and turn off the camera (A 19).  
3 Use the supplied USB cable to connect the Charging AC Adapter to the  
camera.  
USB cable  
B Connecting the Cable  
When connecting the cable, be sure that the 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.  
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Charging the Battery  
4
Plug the Charging AC Adapter into an  
electrical power outlet.  
The power-on lamp slowly blinks orange to indicate  
that the battery is charging.  
About 3 hours are required to charge a fully exhausted  
battery.  
The following chart explains power-on lamp status when the camera is plugged into the  
electrical power outlet.  
Power-on lamp  
Description  
Blinks slowly  
(orange)  
Battery charging.  
Battery not charging. When charging is complete, the power-  
on lamp stops blinking orange 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).  
A USB cable is not correctly connected, nor is a Charging AC  
Adapter correctly plugged, or the battery is faulty.  
Disconnect the USB cable or unplug the Charging AC  
Adapter and correctly connect it again, or change the  
battery.  
Flickers (orange)  
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.  
Be sure to read and follow the warnings for the Charging AC Adapter on page iii and the section,  
The EH-68P is compatible with AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz electrical outlets. When using in other  
countries, use a plug adapter (available commercially) 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 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  
If the AC Adapter EH-62D (available separately; A 169) is used, COOLPIX S80 can be powered  
from an electrical outlet and operated for shooting or playback.  
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 S80 to a computer also charges the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL10  
The Battery Charger MH-63 (available separately; A 169) can be used to charge Rechargeable Li-  
ion Battery EN-EL10 without the camera.  
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Charging the Battery  
Turning On and Off the Camera  
To turn on the camera, open the slide cover.  
After the power-on lamp (green) lights for a moment,  
the monitor will turn on.  
To turn off the camera, close the slide cover.  
When the camera turns off, both the monitor and  
power-on lamp will turn off.  
B Note on Opening the Slide Cover  
Be sure to keep your fingers away from the lens when opening the slide cover.  
D 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.  
While the power-on lamp is blinking, press the shutter-release button to reactivate the monitor.  
Camera enters standby mode in about a minute (default setting) during shooting or playback  
mode.  
The time allowed to elapse before the camera enters standby mode can be changed from the  
Auto off option (A 155) in the setup menu (A 145).  
When the AC Adapter EH-62D (available separately, A 169) is connected, a screen saver function  
is activated to prevent screen burn when no operations are performed for about a minute (default  
setting, A 155).  
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Setting Display Language, Date and Time  
A language-selection dialog is displayed the first time the camera is turned on.  
1
Open the slide cover to turn on the camera.  
The power-on lamp (green) will light for a moment and  
the monitor will turn on.  
2
3
Tap the desired language.  
Language  
If the desired language is not displayed, tap B  
or C to view other language options.  
Čeština  
Deutsch  
Español  
Français  
Dansk  
English  
Ελληνικά  
For more information about operating the  
Indonesia  
Tap Yes.  
Date  
Set time and date?  
If No is tapped, the date and time will not be  
set.  
Yes  
No  
4
Tap E or F to select your home  
time zone (A 150) and tap I.  
Home time zone  
Tap J to return to the previous screen.  
London  
Casablanca  
D Daylight Saving Time  
If daylight saving time is in effect, tap p in the time  
zone selection screen displayed in step 4 to turn on the  
daylight saving time function.  
Home time zone  
London  
When the daylight saving time function is enabled, W  
is displayed at the top of the monitor.  
Casablanca  
To turn off the daylight saving time function, tap p  
again.  
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Setting Display Language, Date and Time  
5
6
7
Tap the order in which the day,  
month, and year are displayed.  
Date  
YMD  
MDY  
DMY  
:
01 2010 00 00  
01  
Edit the date and time.  
Date  
Tap the desired item and A or B to edit the  
highlighted item.  
YMD  
MDY  
DMY  
:
2010 00 00  
01  
01  
Tap I.  
Date  
MDY  
The clock is activated and the camera enters  
shooting mode.  
YMD  
DMY  
:
11 2010 14 30  
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C Imprinting and Changing the Date and Time  
To imprint the date on picture when shooting, enable date imprint from the Date imprint option  
(A 152) in the setup menu (A 145) after the date and time have been set.  
To change the date and time of the camera clock, select Date from the Date item (A 148) in the  
setup menu (A 145) and follow the procedure described from step 5.  
Select Time zone from the Date item (A 148) in the setup menu to change the time zone and  
daylight saving time settings.  
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Inserting Memory Cards  
Recorded data are stored in the camera’s internal memory (approximately 79 MB)  
or on removable Secure Digital (SD) memory cards (available separately; A 170).  
If a memory card is inserted in the camera, data are automatically stored on  
the memory card and data recorded to the memory card can be played back,  
deleted or transferred. Remove the memory card to store 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  
battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.  
2
Insert the memory card.  
Slide the memory card in the correct orientation  
shown at right until it clicks into place.  
Close the battery-chamber/memory card slot  
cover.  
B Inserting Memory Cards  
Inserting the memory card upside down or  
backwards could damage the camera or the  
memory card. Be sure that the memory card is in the  
correct orientation.  
Removing Memory Cards  
Before removing memory cards, close the slide  
cover to turn the camera off and be sure that the  
power-on lamp and monitor are off. Open the  
battery-chamber/memory card slot cover and  
press the card in ( ) to partially eject the card.  
1
The card can then be removed by hand ( ). Do  
2
not attempt to remove the card at an angle.  
Note that the battery and memory card may  
become hot during use; observe due caution when removing the memory card.  
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Inserting Memory Cards  
B Formatting Memory Cards  
If the message at right is displayed when the camera is  
turned on, the memory card must be formatted before  
use (A 156). Note that formatting permanently  
deletes all pictures and other data on the memory  
card. Be sure to make copies of any pictures you wish  
to keep before formatting the memory card.  
Card is not formatted.  
Format card?  
Yes  
No  
Tap Yes to format. When the confirmation dialog is  
displayed, tap Yes. To start formatting, tap OK.  
Do not turn the camera off or open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover until formatting  
is complete.  
Be sure to use the COOLPIX S80 to format memory cards previously used in other devices the first  
time they are inserted into this camera (A 156).  
B The Write Protect Switch  
Memory cards are equipped with a write protect switch. When  
Write protect switch  
this switch is in the “lock” position, data cannot 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 record or delete pictures, 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:  
- Take out the battery or memory card  
- Turn off the camera  
- Disconnect the AC adapter  
Do not use a computer to format the memory card.  
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: G (Easy Auto) Mode  
Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select  
G
Easy Auto Mode  
In G (easy auto) mode, the camera automatically selects the optimum shooting  
mode by framing a picture, allowing you to easily take pictures using a shooting  
mode that suits the scene (A 49).  
1
Open the slide cover to turn on the camera.  
The power-on lamp (green) will light for a moment and  
the monitor will turn on.  
G (easy auto) mode is initially activated at the time of  
purchase. Proceed to step 4.  
2
3
Tap the shooting mode icon.  
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Tap G.  
Shooting mode  
Easy auto mode  
The camera enters G (easy auto) mode.  
4
Check the battery level and the  
number of exposures remaining.  
Battery level indicator  
l
Battery Level  
Description  
NO INDICATOR Battery fully charged.  
Battery low.  
Prepare to charge or  
replace the battery.  
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N
Cannot take pictures.  
Recharge or replace with  
a fully charged battery.  
Number of exposures remaining  
Battery  
exhausted.  
Number of Exposures Remaining  
Indicator is displayed when there are 50 or fewer exposures remaining.  
The number of pictures that can be stored depends on the capacity of the internal  
memory or memory card and image mode setting (A 39).  
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Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select G Easy Auto Mode  
Indicators Displayed in G (Easy Auto) Mode  
Shooting mode  
In easy auto mode, G,  
e, f, g, h, j,  
Vibration reduction  
The effects of camera  
shake are reduced.  
or i is displayed to  
indicate the shooting  
mode selected by the  
camera for the current  
subject and framing.  
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Internal memory indicator  
Indicates that images will be stored in the camera’s internal memory (approximately  
79 MB). When a memory card is inserted, C is not displayed and pictures will be  
stored to memory card.  
To reactivate the monitor after it is turned off by the power saving function in  
standby mode (A 155), press the shutter-release button.  
B Note on Touch Shutter  
At the default setting, the shutter can be released by simply tapping a subject in the monitor  
(A 41). Take care that you do not release the shutter accidently.  
B Note on Printing Pictures  
When printing pictures taken at an Image mode setting of p 3968×2232 (default setting), the  
edges of pictures may be cropped, preventing printing of complete pictures (A 138).  
D Functions Available in G (Easy Auto) Mode  
When the camera is pointed at a human face, the face detection function, with which the camera  
automatically detects that face and focus on it, activates (A 28, 49).  
Shooting settings (A 32) can be changed by tapping the left or bottom tab to display the setting  
controls (A 12).  
D Vibration Reduction  
See “g Vibration Reduction” (A 153) in the setup menu (A 145) 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, keeping your  
fingers and other objects away from the lens, flash, AF-  
assist illuminator, microphone, and speaker.  
When taking pictures in portrait (“tall”) orientation, turn  
the camera so that the built-in flash is above the lens.  
2
Frame the picture.  
Shooting mode icon  
When the camera automatically selects the  
optimum scene mode, the shooting mode  
icon will be changed (A 49).  
When the camera detects a face, that face will  
be framed by a yellow double border (focus  
area).  
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Up to 12 faces can be detected. If more than  
one face is detected, the face closest to the  
camera will be framed by a double border, and the others by a single border.  
When taking pictures of subjects other than people, or framing a subject with which no  
face is detected, a focus area will not be displayed. Frame the picture so that the  
intended subject is at or near the center of the frame.  
B Notes on G (Easy Auto) Mode  
The desired scene mode may not be selected in certain condition. In this case, select another  
shooting mode.  
When digital zoom is in effect, shooting mode is G.  
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Step 2 Frame a Picture  
Using the Zoom  
Tap j or k to activate optical zoom.  
Digital zoom  
Optical zoom  
To enlarge the subject: tap j.  
To capture a wide area: tap k.  
The zoom position is set at the  
maximum wide-angle position when  
the camera is turned on.  
Zoom in  
T
Zoom out  
W
A zoom indicator is displayed in the  
monitor during zooming.  
Digital Zoom  
When the camera is zoomed in to the maximum optical zoom position, touching  
and holding j triggers digital zoom. The subject is magnified up to 4× the  
maximum optical zoom ratio.  
The camera focuses at the center of the frame and the focus area is not displayed  
when digital zoom is in effect.  
T
T
W
W
Maximum optical zoom  
Digital zoom enabled  
C Digital Zoom and Interpolation  
Unlike optical zoom, digital zoom uses a digital imaging process known as  
interpolation to magnify images, resulting in slight deterioration of picture  
quality.  
Interpolation is applied at zoom positions beyond V. 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 top as image size decreases, allowing for  
confirmation of the zoom positions at which shooting without interpolation is  
possible at the current image mode setting (A 38).  
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W
Digital zoom can be disabled from the Digital zoom option (A 154) in the  
setup menu (A 145).  
Small image size  
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Step 3 Focus and Shoot  
1
Press the shutter-release button  
halfway.  
Focus is locked when the shutter-release  
button is pressed halfway (A 5).  
When a face is detected, it is framed by the  
double border indicating the active focus  
area. When the subject is in focus, the double  
border turns green.  
1/250 F3.6  
Shutter speed Aperture  
When no face is detected, the camera  
automatically selects the focus area (up to nine areas) suitable to the shooting scene.  
When the subject is in focus, the focus area (A 8, 49) that is selected glows green.  
When digital zoom is used, the focus area is  
not displayed and the camera focuses at the  
center of the frame. Once focus has been  
acquired, the focus indicator will glow green.  
Focus indicator  
Shutter speed and aperture value are displayed when the shutter-release button is  
pressed halfway.  
The focus and exposure remain locked while the shutter-release button is pressed  
halfway.  
When the camera detects subject movement or camera shake and increases shutter  
speed, the shutter speed indicator will turn green (Motion detection; A 50).  
If the focus area or the focus indicator blinks red when the shutter-release button is  
pressed halfway, the camera is unable to focus. Modify the composition and press the  
shutter-release button halfway again.  
2
Press the shutter-release button the  
rest of the way down.  
The shutter is released and the picture will be  
recorded to the memory card or internal  
memory.  
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Step 3 Focus and Shoot  
B During Recording  
While pictures are being recorded, the number of exposures remaining will blink. Do not open the  
battery-chamber/memory card slot cover while pictures are being recorded. 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)  
Regular geometric patterns (e.g. window blind or windows in a skyscraper)  
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 (A 46). When focusing on another subject, be sure that the  
alternate subject is at the same distance from the camera as the intended subject while the shutter-  
release button is pressed halfway.  
B Note on Face Detection  
C Touch Shutter  
At the default setting, the shutter can be released by simply tapping a subject in the monitor  
(A 41) without pressing the shutter-release button. The Touch shutter option can be changed to  
the Touch AF/AE option, which allows the camera to set the focus and exposure on the subject  
that is tapped on the monitor. When using the Touch AF/AE option, the picture is taken by pressing  
the shutter-release button (A 44).  
C Blink Warning Screen  
When the camera detects that portrait subjects may have blinked when a picture was taken in face  
detection mode with d Blink warning set to On, the blink warning screen (A 159) is displayed in  
the monitor.  
D AF-assist Illuminator and Flash  
If the subject is poorly lit, the AF-assist illuminator (A 154) may light when the shutter-release  
button is pressed halfway, or the flash (A 33) may fire when the shutter-release button is pressed  
all the way down.  
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Step 4 Playing Back and Deleting Pictures  
Playing Back Pictures (Playback Mode)  
Tap c.  
Shooting  
Playback  
:
15 11 2010 15 30  
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Internal memory indicator  
The last picture taken will be displayed in full-frame playback mode.  
Drag the current picture to display previous or subsequent picture. Use two fingers to scroll  
ahead or back ten pictures at a time (A 6).  
Display the previous picture  
Display the subsequent picture  
:
:
15 11 2010 15 30  
15 11 2010 15 30  
0004. JPG  
0004. JPG  
4/  
4/  
4
The previous or subsequent picture may appear briefly at low resolution immediately after it  
is dragged into view.  
Tap the shooting mode icon (G) displayed at upper left in the monitor or press the shutter-  
release button to return to shooting mode.  
is displayed when pictures stored in the camera’s internal memory are played back.  
C
When a memory card is inserted in the camera, C is not displayed and pictures stored on the  
memory card are played back.  
C Options Available in Playback Mode  
C Viewing Pictures  
Pictures taken in portrait (“tall”) orientation will be rotated automatically (A 11). The rotating  
direction can be changed from the Rotate image option (A 106). When the camera is rotated,  
the picture displayed is also rotated (A 11).  
When the monitor has turned off in standby mode to save power, press the shutter-release button  
to reactivate it (A 155).  
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Step 4 Playing Back and Deleting Pictures  
Deleting Unwanted Pictures  
1
Play back a picture to be deleted, tap  
the bottom tab to display the setting  
controls (A 12), and tap c.  
2
Tap the desired delete option.  
Current image: Delete the currently  
displayed full-frame picture or movie  
Erase selected images: Select multiple pictures  
and delete them. See “Operating the Erase  
Selected Images Screen” for more information.  
All images: Delete all pictures.  
Delete  
Current image  
Erase selected images  
All images  
Select either Erase selected images or All images when performing the step 1 in  
thumbnail playback mode (A 79).  
3
Tap Yes on the delete confirmation  
dialog.  
Deleted pictures cannot be recovered.  
Delete  
Erase 1 image?  
To exit without deleting the picture, tap J or  
No.  
Yes  
No  
Operating the Erase Selected Images Screen  
1
Tap a picture to display y.  
To deselect the picture, tap the picture again  
Erase selected images  
and y will be hidden.  
Tap n or o to change the number of  
pictures displayed.  
2
Display y to all pictures to delete and tap I to apply the selection.  
The confirmation screen is displayed. Follow the onscreen instructions for more operations.  
B Notes on Deleting Pictures  
Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. Transfer important pictures to a computer before  
deleting them.  
Protected pictures cannot be deleted (A 100).  
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Basic Shooting Functions  
In G (easy auto) mode, the settings of the following functions can be made. Each  
icon also indicates the current setting.  
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1
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OFF  
0.0  
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2
3
4
5
1
2
3
X
Flash.............................................................33  
Touch shooting  
q Touch shutter......................................41  
r Touch AF/AE .......................................44  
4
5
n Self-timer...................................................36  
A Image mode...........................................38  
o Exposure compensation .................47  
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m Using the Flash  
Flash mode can be selected to suit the shooting conditions.  
When ISO sensitivity is set to Auto, the flash has a range of 0.5-4.0 m (1 ft.  
8 in.-13 ft.) at the maximum wide-angle zoom position and a range of 0.5-2.5 m  
(1 ft. 8 in.-8 ft. 2 in.) at the maximum telephoto zoom position.  
Note that in G (easy auto) mode (A 24), only a Auto (default setting) and c  
Off are available. When a Auto is selected, the camera sets the flash mode  
according to the automatically selected scene mode.  
In auto shooting mode (A 53), some scene modes (A 61), or smart portrait  
mode (A 72), the following flash modes are available.  
a
Auto  
Flash fires automatically when lighting is poor.  
Auto with red-eye reduction  
b
Suited to pictures of people, this option reduces the “red-eye” phenomenon  
c
Off  
Flash will not fire even when lighting is poor.  
X
Fill flash  
Flash fires whenever a picture is taken. Use to “fill-in” (illuminate) shadows and  
back-lit subjects.  
d
Slow sync  
a (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.  
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Setting the Flash Mode  
1
2
Tap the left tab to display the setting  
controls (A 12), and tap the flash  
mode icon.  
The flash mode menu is displayed.  
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Tap the desired flash mode icon.  
Flash mode  
Auto  
Tap J to return to the previous screen.  
To hide the setting controls after applying the  
setting, tap the tab again.  
B Shooting When the Flash is Disabled (c) or Lighting is Poor  
Use of a tripod is recommended during shooting. Set Vibration reduction (A 153) to Off from  
the setup menu (A 145) when using a tripod to stabilize the camera.  
The noise reduction function may be activated with some shooting conditions such as dim  
lighting. More time than usual is required to record pictures to which noise reduction is applied.  
B Note on Using the Flash  
When using the flash, reflections from dust particles in the air may appear as bright spots in pictures.  
To reduce these reflections, set the flash to c (off).  
C The Flash Indicator  
The flash indicator shows 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.  
1/250 F3.6  
If the battery is low, the monitor will turn off, and  
remain off, while the flash charges.  
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C The Flash Mode Setting  
The default flash mode setting varies with shooting mode.  
G (easy auto) mode: a (auto)  
A (auto) mode: a (auto)  
Scene: varies with the selected scene mode (A 62)  
F (smart portrait): fixed at a (auto) when Off is selected for Blink proof; c (off) when On is  
selected for Blink proof (A 75)  
There are functions with which the flash cannot be enabled. See “Camera Settings That cannot be  
The flash mode setting applied in A (auto) mode is stored in the camera’s memory even after the  
camera is turned off.  
C Red-eye Reduction  
This camera uses advanced red-eye reduction (“In-Camera Red-Eye Fix”). To reduce red-eye, a series  
of low-intensity pre-flashes fire before the main flash. In addition, if the camera detects red-eye when  
a picture is taken, the affected area is processed to reduce red-eye before the picture is saved. Note  
the following when shooting:  
Due to the pre-flashes, there is a longer than usual interval between the time the shutter-release  
button is pressed and the time the shutter is released.  
More time than usual is required to record pictures.  
Red-eye reduction may not produce the desired results in some 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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n 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. The self-timer setting can be selected from 10  
or 2 seconds duration. When using the self-timer, use of a tripod is recommended.  
Set Vibration reduction (A 153) to Off from the setup menu (A 145) when  
using a tripod to stabilize the camera.  
1
Tap the bottom tab to display the  
setting controls (A 12), and tap the  
self-timer icon.  
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OFF  
0.0  
2
Tap 10s or 2s.  
10s (ten seconds): Use on important occasions,  
such as weddings  
Self-timer  
Off  
2s (two seconds): Use to prevent camera shake  
The selected self-timer mode is displayed.  
Tap J to return to the previous screen.  
To hide the setting controls after applying the  
setting, tap the tab again.  
3
Frame the picture and press  
the shutter-release button  
halfway.  
Focus and exposure will be locked.  
1/250 F3.6  
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4
Press the shutter-release  
button the rest of the way  
down.  
The self-timer starts, and the  
number of seconds remaining  
before the shutter is released is  
displayed in the monitor. The 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.  
When the shutter is released, the  
self-timer turns off.  
To stop the timer before a picture is  
taken, press the shutter-release button again.  
B Note on Self-timer  
There are functions with which this setting cannot be enabled. See “Camera Settings That cannot be  
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A Image Mode (Image Quality/Image Size)  
Image mode refers to the combination of image size and image quality  
(compression) at which pictures are recorded. Choose the image mode best  
suited to the manner in which pictures 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 pictures that can be recorded.  
Option  
Size (pixels)  
Description  
Higher quality than suitable for  
enlargements or high-quality prints. The  
compression ratio is approximately 1:4.  
R
Q 4320×3240P  
4320 × 3240  
4320 × 3240  
3264 × 2448  
2592 × 1944  
R 4320×3240  
R 3264×2448  
L 2592×1944  
Best choice in most situations. The  
compression ratio is approximately 1:8.  
Smaller size than  
pictures to be stored. The compression  
ratio is approximately 1:8.  
Suited to display on a computer monitor.  
The compression ratio is approximately 1:8.  
,
, or allows more  
R R  
L
M 2048×1536  
2048 × 1536  
1024 × 768  
N 1024×768  
Suited to full-screen display on a television  
with an aspect ratio of 4:3, or distribution by  
e-mail or the web. The compression ratio is  
approximately 1:8.  
O 640×480  
640 × 480  
Pictures with an aspect ratio of 16:9 are  
recorded.  
The compression ratio is approximately 1:8.  
p 3968×2232  
(default setting)  
3968 × 2232  
1
2
Tap the bottom tab to display the  
setting controls (A 12), and tap the  
image mode icon.  
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OFF  
0.0  
Tap the desired image mode icon.  
Image mode  
3968×2232  
Tap J to return to the previous screen.  
To hide the setting controls after applying the  
setting, tap the tab again.  
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B Note on Printing Pictures  
When printing pictures taken at an Image mode setting of p 3968×2232 (default setting), the  
edges of pictures may be cropped, preventing printing of complete pictures.  
It may be possible to print complete pictures if settings on the printer are applied so that borders are  
printed around pictures (borderless printing not enabled).  
Refer to the documentation supplied with the printer or consult the digital photo lab for further  
details to make sure that the printer supports printing at an aspect ratio of 16:9.  
C Image Mode  
The setting can also be changed in shooting modes other than G (easy auto) mode (except  
movie recording).  
Changes made to this setting apply to all shooting modes (except movie recording).  
There are functions with which this setting cannot be enabled. See “Camera Settings That cannot  
be Applied Simultaneously” (A 76) for more information.  
C Number of Exposures Remaining  
The following table lists the approximate number of pictures that can be stored in internal memory  
and on a 4 GB memory card. Note that the number of pictures that can be stored will differ  
depending on the composition of the picture (due to JPEG compression). In addition, this number  
may vary depending upon the make of memory card, even when the memory cards have the same  
specified capacity.  
Internal memory  
(approx. 79 MB)  
Memory card  
Setting  
Print size* (cm/in.)  
(4 GB)  
Q
R
R
4320×3240P  
4320×3240  
3264×2448  
2592×1944  
2048×1536  
1024×768  
11  
23  
550  
1100  
1910  
2940  
4640  
15000  
24100  
1720  
Approx. 36 × 27/14 × 10.5  
Approx. 36 × 27/14 × 10.5  
Approx. 28 × 21/11 × 8  
Approx. 22 × 16/8.5 × 6.5  
Approx. 17 × 13/7 × 5  
Approx. 9 × 7/3.5 × 2.5  
Approx. 5 × 4/2 × 1.5  
40  
62  
L
M
N
O
p
97  
316  
563  
36  
640×480  
3968×2232  
Approx. 34 × 19/13 × 7  
* 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, pictures printed at higher resolutions will print smaller than the size  
indicated, and those printed at lower resolutions will print larger than the size indicated.  
The number of exposures remaining is displayed on the shooting display when 50 or fewer remain  
(A 24).  
If there are 10,000 or more pictures saved in the camera, “9999” is displayed on the playback screen  
as the current frame number or total number of frames.  
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C Image Mode Setting and Monitor Display  
Monitor display in shooting and playback modes varies as indicated below according to the image  
mode setting.  
p
Q, R, R, L, M, N, O  
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36  
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q
Tapping the Monitor to Release the Shutter (Touch Shutter)  
Pictures can be taken by simply tapping the monitor.  
Touch shutter is set by default. Proceed to step 3.  
1
Tap the bottom tab to display the  
setting controls (A 12), and tap the  
touch shooting icon.  
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OFF  
0.0  
2
3
Tap q (touch shutter).  
Tap J to return to the previous screen.  
Touch shooting  
Touch shutter  
To hide the setting controls after applying the  
setting, tap the tab again.  
Tap the desired subject to take a  
picture.  
When a face is detected in G (easy auto)  
mode, it is framed by a border. Tap a detected  
face to set the focus and exposure on that  
face.  
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When no face is detected, the camera focuses  
on the area that is tapped.  
Do not use force when tapping the monitor as this may cause slight movement of the  
camera, resulting in blurred pictures.  
When digital zoom is in effect, the camera focuses on the subject in the center of the  
frame.  
The shutter-release button can also be used when the touch shutter option is selected.  
If X is displayed when the monitor is  
tapped, the shutter cannot be released. Tap  
an area within X or a border displayed  
when the camera detects a face.  
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B Notes on Touch Shutter  
When taking pictures with Continuous or BSS in Continuous setting (A 58) enabled, or in  
Sports or Museum scene mode (A 61), use the shutter-release button to take pictures. Only  
one picture can be taken at a time using the touch shutter function.  
Prevent shooting with accidental tapping of the monitor in G (easy auto) mode, A (auto) mode,  
and some scene modes by changing the touch shooting setting to Touch AF/AE (A 44). At this  
setting, the shutter is not released when the monitor is tapped.  
When shooting subjects with which autofocus may not perform as expected, the subject may not  
be in focus (A 29).  
When a subject displayed in the monitor is tapped with the self-timer (A 36) enabled, the  
camera locks focus and releases the shutter after ten or two seconds.  
There are functions with which this setting cannot be enabled. See “Camera Settings That cannot  
be Applied Simultaneously” (A 76) for more information.  
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C Shooting Modes That Support Touch Shutter  
The touch shutter can be used in G (easy auto) mode and other shooting modes. Touch shutter  
operation differs according to the current shooting mode as follows.  
Shooting mode  
Touch shutter operation  
When a face is detected by the camera, it is framed by  
a border. Tap a detected face to set the focus and  
exposure on that face.  
When no face is detected, focus is set for the area  
tapped.  
G (easy auto) mode (A 24)  
A (auto) mode (A 51), Sports,  
Party/indoor, Beach, Snow,  
Close-up, Food, Museum, Copy,  
and Backlighting scene modes  
(A 61)  
Tap the intended subject. Focus and exposure are set for  
the area tapped. When the camera detects more than  
one face, tap a face framed by a single border to set  
focus and exposure for that face.  
Only a border displayed by the face detection function  
can be selected. When the camera detects more than  
one face, tap a face framed by a single border to set  
focus and exposure for that face.  
Portrait and Night portrait scene  
modes (A 61)  
Landscape, Sunset, Dusk/dawn,  
Focus and exposure are set for the same focus area used  
Night landscape, Fireworks show, when pictures are taken by pressing the shutter-release  
and Panorama assist scene modes  
button. See “Selecting a Scene Mode to Take Pictures  
(A 61)  
(Features)” (A 64) for more information.  
Smart portrait mode (A 72)  
Touch shutter cannot be enabled.  
C Touch Shutter Function When Recording Movies  
Touch shutter is also available when recording movies. Movie recording can be initiated or stopped  
by tapping the monitor (A 124).  
C Touch Shooting Setting  
The touch shooting setting applied in A (auto) mode is stored in the camera’s memory even after  
the camera is turned off.  
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r Tapping the Monitor to Focus (Touch AF/AE)  
The touch shooting setting can be changed from Touch shutter (default setting)  
to Touch AF/AE.  
Tap a subject in the monitor to select the area at which the camera focuses. Press  
the shutter-release button halfway to lock focus and exposure for the area tapped,  
and press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to take the picture.  
1
2
3
Tap the bottom tab to display the  
setting controls (A 12) and tap the  
touch shooting icon.  
The menu of the touch shooting setting is  
displayed in the monitor.  
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W
OFF  
0.0  
Tap r (touch AF/AE).  
Tap J to return to the previous screen.  
Touch shooting  
Touch AF/AE  
To hide the setting controls after applying the  
setting, tap the tab again.  
Tap the subject at which the camera  
focuses.  
When faces are detected in G (easy auto)  
mode, only those faces surrounded by the  
frame can be tapped to change the focus  
subject. When multiple faces are detected, tap  
a face framed by a single border to move the  
focus area to that face.  
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When no face is detected, the camera focuses on the area that is tapped.  
u or a double border will be displayed at the area tapped.  
When digital zoom is in effect, the focus area cannot be selected.  
To cancel the focus area selection, tap a displayed at the left side of the monitor.  
If a position at which focus cannot be  
acquired is tapped, X will be displayed in  
the monitor. Tap another position inside X.  
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4
Press the shutter-release button to take a picture.  
Press the shutter-release button halfway to acquire focus and exposure  
and press it all the way down to release the shutter.  
B Note on Touch AF/AE  
When shooting subjects with which autofocus may not perform as expected, the subject may not  
be in focus (A 29).  
C Shooting Modes That Enable Touch AF/AE Function  
The touch AF/AE can be used in G (easy auto) mode and other shooting modes. Touch AF/AE  
operation differs according to the current shooting mode as follows.  
Shooting mode  
Touch AF/AE operation  
When the camera detects a face, only a face framed by  
a border can be selected. When the camera detects  
more than one face, tap a face framed by a single  
border to set focus and exposure for that face. The  
single border changes to a double border.  
When no face is detected, focus is set for the area  
tapped.  
G (easy auto) (A 24)  
A (auto) mode (A 51), Sports,  
Party/indoor, Beach, Snow,  
Close-up, Food, Museum, Copy,  
and Backlighting scene modes  
(A 61)  
Focus and exposure are set for the area tapped.  
Only a border displayed by the face detection function  
can be selected. When the camera detects more than  
one face, tap a face framed by a single border to move  
the focus area to that face.  
Portrait and Night portrait scene  
modes (A 61), smart portrait mode  
(A 72)  
Landscape, Sunset,  
Dusk/dawn, Night landscape,  
Fireworks show, and Panorama  
assist scene modes (A 61)  
Touch AF/AE cannot be enabled.  
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C Touch Shooting Setting  
The touch shooting setting applied in A (auto) mode is stored in the camera’s memory even after  
the camera is turned off.  
D Taking Pictures of Subjects with Which Autofocus may not Perform as  
Expected  
When taking pictures of subjects with which autofocus may not perform as expected (A 29), try  
pressing the shutter-release button halfway to refocus several times, or try the following techniques.  
1
2
3
Switch to A (auto) mode (A 51) and select Touch AF/  
AE for the touch shooting setting.  
Touch shooting  
Touch AF/AE  
Tap another subject that is as far from the camera as the  
desired subject.  
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Press the shutter-release button halfway.  
The camera focuses on the subject and the  
focus area glows green.  
Exposure is locked for the subject on which  
focus is acquired when the shutter-release  
button is pressed halfway.  
1/250 F3.6  
4
5
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.  
1/250 F3.6  
Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down  
to take the picture.  
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o Changing Brightness Using Exposure Compensation  
Exposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value suggested by the  
camera to make pictures brighter or darker.  
1
Tap the bottom tab to display the  
setting controls (A 12), and tap the  
exposure compensation icon.  
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W
OFF  
0.0  
2
Drag the slider to change the  
exposure compensation value.  
Exposure compensation  
To make the picture brighter, apply positive  
(+) exposure compensation.  
-
2
-
1
+
1
+
2
0
To make the picture darker, apply negative (–)  
exposure compensation.  
Tap J to return to the previous screen.  
3
Tap I.  
Exposure compensation  
To hide the setting controls after applying the  
setting, tap the tab again.  
To cancel the exposure compensation, return  
to step 1, revert the value to [0], and tap I.  
-
2
-
1
+
1
+
2
0
C Exposure Compensation Value  
The exposure compensation value applied in A (auto) mode (A 51) is stored in the camera’s  
memory even after the camera is turned off.  
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Selecting a Shooting Mode  
The following shooting modes can be selected.  
G
Easy auto mode  
By simply framing a picture, the camera automatically selects the optimum shooting  
mode.  
A
Auto mode  
Pictures can be taken with the flash mode or macro mode setting. Other settings can  
be made, such as the continuous shooting setting or the “subject tracking” option,  
which moves the active focus area to track the selected subject.  
C
Scene mode  
Camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected scene.  
F
Smart portrait  
The camera uses face detection to detect 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.  
D
Movie  
Shoot movies with sound recorded via the built-in microphone.  
1
Tap the shooting mode icon in  
shooting mode.  
The shooting mode selection menu is  
displayed.  
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2
Tap the desired shooting mode icon.  
Shooting mode  
Easy auto mode  
The camera enters the selected shooting  
mode.  
To select a scene mode, first tap C (scene),  
and then tap the icon of the desired scene  
mode (A 61).  
To return to the current shooting mode, tap  
the shooting mode icon at the upper left of the screen or press the shutter-release  
button.  
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G (Easy Auto) Mode  
Automatic Scene Selection  
The camera automatically selects one of the following scenes when pointing the  
camera at a subject.  
G Auto mode (general use)  
e Portrait (A 64)  
h Night portrait (A 65)  
j Backlighting (A 69)  
f Landscape (A 64)  
g Night landscape (A 66)  
i Close-up (A 67)  
Focusing in Easy Auto Mode  
When G or i is displayed, the camera  
automatically selects one or more of the nine  
focus areas containing the subject closest to  
the camera.  
T
Press the shutter-release button halfway to  
activate the focus area. When the shutter-  
release button is pressed halfway, the focus  
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area (up to nine areas) selected by the camera will be displayed in the monitor.  
Face Detection  
When the camera is pointed at a human face, face detection, with which the  
camera automatically detects that face and focus on it, starts. The face detection  
function is activated in the following situations.  
In G (easy auto) (A 24) mode  
In A (auto) (A 51) mode  
In Portrait (A 64) and Night portrait (A 65) scene modes  
In smart portrait mode (A 72)  
B Notes on Face Detection  
The camera may be unable to recognize faces in the following situations:  
- When faces are partially hidden by sunglasses or other obstructions  
- 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 cases, including those noted in “Autofocus” (A 29), autofocus may not perform as  
expected, and the subject may not be in focus despite the fact that the double border glows  
green. Should this occur, refocus on another subject positioned at the same distance from the  
camera as the actual portrait subject (A 46).  
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G (Easy Auto) Mode  
C Motion Detection  
In G (easy auto) mode or A (auto) mode, when the camera detects subject movement or camera  
shake, ISO sensitivity and shutter speed are increased to reduce blurring. In this case, the shutter  
speed indicator will turn green.  
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 pictures taken using motion detection may be somewhat “grainy” in appearance.  
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Shooting in A (Auto) Mode  
Shooting settings such as flash mode and macro mode can be made. The  
Continuous setting or the Subject tracking option, with which the active focus  
area moves to track the selected subject, can also be made or applied.  
1
2
3
Tap the shooting mode icon in  
shooting mode.  
The shooting mode selection menu is  
displayed.  
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Tap A.  
Shooting mode  
Auto mode  
The camera enters A (auto) mode.  
Tap the left or bottom tab to display  
the setting controls (A 12), and  
check or adjust the settings.  
Tap a setting icon to adjust the setting.  
T
(A 53) for more information.  
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Shooting in A (Auto) Mode  
4
Frame the subject and take a  
picture.  
When the camera detects a face, a  
yellow double border (focus area) is  
displayed around that face. When  
the shutter-release button is pressed  
halfway, the camera focuses on that  
face framed by a double border (A 26, 49).  
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When taking pictures of subjects other than people, or framing a subject with which no  
face is detected, the camera automatically selects one or more of the nine focus areas  
containing the subject closest to the camera (A 49). When focus is set, the active focus  
area (up to nine areas) turns green.  
A picture is taken when the shutter-release button is pressed all the way down.  
At the default setting, the shutter can be released by simply tapping a subject in the  
monitor (A 41) without pressing the shutter-release button. The Touch shutter  
option can be changed to the Touch AF/AE option, which allows the camera to set the  
focus and exposure on the subject that is tapped on the monitor. When using the  
Touch AF/AE option, the picture is taken by pressing the shutter-release button  
D More Information  
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Adjusting the A (Auto) Mode Setting  
In A (auto) mode, the camera settings indicated below can be adjusted by  
tapping the tabs to display the setting controls.  
Each icon also indicates the current setting.  
Tap the icon of the desired item to display the setting screen for that item.  
To hide the setting controls, tap the tab again.  
T
T
W
W
OFF  
36  
1 2  
9
8
T
T
OFF  
AUTO  
W
W
AUTO  
0.0  
36  
3
4
5
6
7
1
2
3
4
p Macro mode* ..........................................54  
m Flash mode* ..............................................33  
w White balance*......................................59  
o Exposure compensation*................47  
Touch shooting*  
6
7
8
9
E ISO sensitivity*........................................57  
C Continuous*.............................................58  
A Image mode*...........................................38  
n Self-timer....................................................36  
q
Touch shutter...................................41  
5
r Touch AF/AE .....................................44  
s Subject tracking..............................55  
* The settings applied in A (auto) mode are stored in the camera’s memory even after the  
camera is turned off.  
C Camera Settings That cannot be Applied Simultaneously  
Some shooting settings cannot be used with other functions. See “Camera Settings That cannot be  
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Adjusting the A (Auto) Mode Setting  
p Macro Mode Setting  
A (auto) M Tap the left tab M p Macro mode  
Macro mode is used for taking pictures of objects as close as 7 cm (2.8 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
Tap o.  
Macro mode  
On  
2
Tap j or k and frame the picture.  
The closest possible shooting distance may vary according to the  
zoom position. The camera can focus at a closer distance when F  
and the zoom indicator glow green and the zoom indicator is  
positioned below I (wide-angle position). The camera can focus on  
the subject as close as 7 cm (2.8 in.) to the lens at the maximum  
wide-angle zoom position.  
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There are functions with which this setting cannot be enabled. See “Camera Settings That cannot be  
C The Macro Mode Setting  
In G (easy auto) mode, the camera enters macro mode when i is selected.  
In scene mode, the setting varies depending on the scene mode (A 61). The camera enters  
macro mode when k Close-up or u Food is selected.  
In F (smart portrait) mode, macro mode is disabled.  
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Adjusting the A (Auto) Mode Setting  
s Subject Tracking (Focusing on a Moving Subject)  
A (auto) M Tap the bottom tab M Touch shooting  
In A (auto) mode (A 51), the touch shooting setting can be changed from  
Touch shutter (default setting) to Subject tracking. Use this option to take  
pictures of moving subjects. Tap the subject on which the camera will focus. The  
focus area will automatically move to track the subject.  
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Tap s (subject tracking).  
s (subject tracking) is enabled only in A  
Touch shooting  
Subject tracking  
(auto) mode.  
2
Register a subject.  
Tap the desired tracking subject in the  
monitor.  
The subject is registered.  
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When the border framing the subject glows  
red, the camera is unable to focus. Change  
the composition and try again.  
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If the tapped area does not contain a subject  
that can be registered, X will be displayed in the monitor. Tap a subject within X.  
When the subject is registered, a yellow focus  
area is displayed around that subject and the  
camera begins tracking the subject.  
Tap another subject to change a subject to  
follow.  
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To cancel the registration of the subject, tap  
a displayed at left in the monitor.  
If the camera cannot track the registered  
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subject anymore, the focus area will disappear and the registration will be canceled.  
Register the subject again.  
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Adjusting the A (Auto) Mode Setting  
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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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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 automatically selects one or more of the nine focus areas containing the subject  
closest to the camera (A 49).  
Press the shutter-release button all the way down to release the shutter.  
B Notes on Subject Tracking Mode  
Digital zoom is not available.  
The sound of the lens focus motor can be heard when the subject tracking function is working.  
Adjust zoom and apply shooting settings (A 53) before selecting the subject. If zoom or any  
other setting is adjusted after the subject has been registered, subject registration will be  
cancelled.  
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.  
In some rare cases, subjects with which autofocus may not perform as expected (A 29) may be  
out of focus despite the fact that the focus area glows green. In this situation, focus on another  
subject which is at the same distance from the camera as the intended subject while the shutter-  
release button is pressed halfway (A 46).  
There are functions with which this setting cannot be enabled. See “Camera Settings That cannot  
be Applied Simultaneously” (A 76) for more information.  
C Touch Shooting Setting  
Subject registration with subject tracking will be canceled when the camera is turned off.  
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Adjusting the A (Auto) Mode Setting  
E ISO Sensitivity  
A (auto) M Tap the bottom tab M E ISO sensitivity  
Raising the ISO sensitivity reduces the amount of light needed to make an  
exposure, allowing pictures to be taken in low light conditions. A higher sensitivity  
also allows for faster shutter speeds, reducing blur caused by subject movement  
or camera shake.  
High ISO sensitivity settings are useful when taking pictures in dim lighting,  
when shooting without a flash, or when using the telephoto setting, but they  
may also produce “noise” -- randomly spaced, brightly colored pixels -- in the  
dark areas of images.  
s
Auto (default setting)  
Sensitivity is ISO 80 when there is sufficient lighting; the camera compensates by  
raising sensitivity to a maximum of ISO 800 when lighting is poor.  
Fixed range auto  
Choose the range in which the camera automatically adjusts ISO sensitivity, from  
ISO 80-200 or ISO 80-400. The camera will not raise 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.  
80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400  
Sensitivity is locked at the specified value.  
B Notes on ISO Sensitivity  
There are functions with which this setting cannot be enabled. See “Camera Settings That cannot  
be Applied Simultaneously” (A 76) for more information.  
When the ISO sensitivity setting is set to any option other than Auto, motion detection (A 50) is  
disabled.  
B Notes on ISO Sensitivity 3200 and 6400  
When ISO sensitivity is set to 3200 or 6400, Image mode settings are limited to M  
2048×1536, N 1024×768, and O 640×480.  
When ISO sensitivity is set to 3200 or 6400, the image mode icon is displayed in red during  
shooting.  
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Adjusting the A (Auto) Mode Setting  
V Continuous  
A (auto) M Tap the bottom tab M C Continuous  
Enable continuous shooting 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 6 pictures are taken at a rate of  
about 0.9 frame per second (fps) when Image mode is set to p 3968×2232.  
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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 pictures. When BSS is on, the camera takes up to ten pictures while the  
shutter-release button is held down. The sharpest picture in the series is  
automatically selected and saved.  
Multi-shot 16  
Each time the shutter-release button is pressed, camera takes  
16 pictures at about 7 frames per second (fps) and arranges  
them in a single image.  
Pictures are recorded at an image mode setting of L  
(image size: 2560×1920 pixels). This setting cannot be  
changed.  
Digital zoom is not available.  
B Notes on Continuous Shooting  
When Continuous, BSS, or Multi-shot 16 is selected, the flash is disabled. Focus, exposure, and  
white balance are fixed at the values determined with the first picture 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.  
There are functions with which this setting cannot be enabled. See “Camera Settings That cannot  
be Applied Simultaneously” (A 76) for more information.  
B Note on BSS  
BSS is effective when taking pictures of still subjects. BSS may not produce the desired results if the  
subject moves or the composition changes while the shutter-release button is held down.  
B Note on Multi-shot 16  
Smear (A 168) visible in the monitor when shooting with Multi-shot 16 enabled will be recorded  
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.  
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Adjusting the A (Auto) Mode Setting  
w White Balance (Adjusting Hue)  
A (auto) M Tap the bottom tab M w White 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 coloration, 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.  
s
Auto (default setting)  
White balance automatically adjusted to suit lighting conditions. Best choice in  
most situations.  
b
Preset manual  
Neutral-colored object used as reference to set white balance under unusual  
lighting conditions. See “Preset Manual” for more information (A 60).  
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.  
B Note on White Balance Setting  
Turn the flash off c (A 33) at white balance settings other than Auto or Flash.  
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Preset Manual  
Preset manual is effective with mixed lighting or to compensate for light sources  
with a strong color cast (for example, to make pictures taken under a lamp with a  
red shade look as though they had been taken under white light).  
Follow the procedure below to measure the white balance value according to the  
light source when shooting.  
1
2
Place a white or gray reference object under the lighting that will be  
used during shooting.  
Tap the bottom tab to display the  
settings controls (A 12) and tap  
w.  
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OFF  
AUTO  
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AUTO  
0.0  
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4
Tap b.  
White balance  
Preset manual  
The camera zooms in to the position for  
measuring white balance.  
Measuring window  
Frame the reference object in the  
measuring window.  
Preset manual  
To apply the most recently measured value  
for preset manual, tap Cancel.  
Cancel  
Measure  
5
Tap Measure to measure a value for  
preset manual.  
Preset manual  
The shutter is released and the new white  
balance value is set. No picture is recorded.  
Cancel  
Measure  
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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Shooting Suited to Scenes (Scene Mode)  
Camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected subject type. The  
following scene modes are available.  
b Portrait  
c Landscape  
d Sports  
h Sunset  
l Museum  
e
Night portrait f Party/indoor  
i Dusk/dawn Night landscape  
m Fireworks show n Copy  
Z Beach  
z Snow  
j
k Close-up  
o Backlighting  
u
Food  
p
Panorama assist  
Selecting a Scene Mode  
1
2
3
Tap the shooting mode icon in  
Shooting mode  
shooting mode to display the  
shooting mode selection menu, and  
tap C.  
Scene  
The scene mode selection screen is displayed.  
Tap the desired scene icon.  
Beach  
The camera enters the selected scene mode.  
(Features)” (A 64) for more information.  
Frame the subject and take a  
picture.  
A scene effect adjustment slider is  
displayed in some scene modes. The  
degree of effect applied to pictures  
taken in the selected scene mode can  
be adjusted (A 63).  
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C Displaying the Description of Each  
Help selection  
Scene Mode  
When u is tapped in the scene selection screen (step  
2), the help selection screen is displayed. Tap a scene  
icon to display a description of the features of that  
mode. Tap J to return to the help selection screen.  
Tap J in the help selection screen to return to the  
monitor display shown in step 2.  
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C Shooting Settings in Scene Mode  
The shooting settings for each scene mode are shown below.  
Touch  
shooting  
1,4  
Exposure  
compensation  
(A 47)  
Flash  
Macro  
Self-timer  
(A 36)  
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Off  
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1 The default setting can be changed by tapping the tabs to display the setting controls.  
2 The flash mode setting is fixed at fill flash with slow sync with red-eye reduction.  
3 The setting may change to slow sync with red-eye reduction.  
4 Only a frame displayed by the face detection function can be selected.  
5 Focus and exposure are set for the same focus area used when pictures are taken by  
pressing the shutter-release button.  
C Image Mode (Image Quality/Image Size) Setting  
The image mode (A 38) setting previously specified in other shooting modes (except movie  
recording) applies. To change the image mode setting in scene mode, tap the bottom tab to display  
the setting controls and tap A.  
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Scene effect adjustment slider  
Adjusting Scene Effect  
The scene effect adjustment slider is  
displayed in the scene modes listed below.  
Tap or drag the scene effect adjustment  
slider to adjust the degree of effect to be  
applied to pictures taken in the selected  
scene mode.  
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b Portrait, e Night portrait,  
Z Beach, z Snow, j Night  
landscape, o Backlighting  
Darker  
Brighter  
u Food  
More blue  
Less vivid  
More blue  
More red  
More vivid  
More red  
c Landscape, k Close-up  
h Sunset, i Dusk/dawn  
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Shooting Suited to Scenes (Scene Mode)  
Selecting a Scene Mode to Take Pictures (Features)  
b Portrait  
Use this mode for portraits.  
When the camera detects a human face, that face will be  
framed by a yellow double border (focus area). See “Face  
Detection” (A 49) for more information.  
If more than one face is detected, the face nearest to the  
camera will be framed by a yellow double border (focus  
area) and the other faces will be framed by a single border.  
Tap the face framed by a single border to change the focus  
area to that face (A 41, 44).  
The camera smoothes skin tones (in up to three faces) by applying the skin softening  
function before recording pictures (A 73).  
If no faces are detected when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the camera  
focuses on the subject at the center of the frame.  
Digital zoom is not available.  
The default setting for flash mode is b Auto with red-eye reduction.  
Use the scene effect adjustment slider (A 63) to adjust picture brightness.  
c Landscape  
Use this mode for vivid landscapes and cityscapes.  
Camera focuses at infinity. The focus area or focus indicator  
(A 28) always glows green when the shutter-release  
button is pressed halfway. Note, however, that objects in the  
foreground may not always be in focus.  
The flash does not fire and the flash mode is disabled.  
The AF-assist illuminator does not light (A 154).  
Use the scene effect adjustment slider (A 63) to adjust picture saturation.  
d Sports  
Use this mode for dynamic action shots that freeze the action  
in a single shot and record motion in a series of pictures.  
The camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame.  
The area focused can be changed by the touch shutter  
While the shutter-release button is held down, up to 6  
pictures are taken at a rate of about 0.9 frame per second  
(fps) when image mode is set to p 3968×2232.  
Focus, exposure, and white balance are fixed at the values determined with the first  
picture 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.  
Continuous shooting is disabled and only one picture can be taken at a time when the  
shutter is released using the touch shutter function (A 41).  
The flash does not fire and the flash mode is disabled.  
The AF-assist illuminator does not light (A 154).  
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e Night 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.  
When the camera detects a human face, that face will be  
framed by a yellow double border (focus area). See “Face  
Detection” (A 49) for more information.  
If more than one face is detected, the face nearest to the camera will be framed by a  
yellow double border (focus area) and the other faces will be framed by a single border.  
Tap the face framed by a single border to change the focus area to that face (A 41, 44).  
The camera smoothes skin tones (in up to three faces) by applying the skin softening  
function before recording pictures (A 73).  
If no faces are detected when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the camera  
focuses on the subject at the center of the frame.  
Digital zoom is not available.  
The flash mode setting is fixed at fill flash with slow sync with red-eye reduction.  
Use the scene effect adjustment slider (A 63) to adjust picture brightness.  
f Party/indoor  
Captures the effects of candlelight and other indoor  
background lighting.  
Camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame.  
The area focused can be changed by the touch shutter  
(A 41) or touch AF/AE (A 44).  
The default setting for flash mode is b Auto with red-eye  
reduction. The flash mode setting may automatically switch  
to slow sync with red-eye reduction.  
As pictures are easily affected by camera shake, hold the camera steadily. In dark  
surroundings, the use of a tripod is recommended. Set Vibration reduction (A 153) to  
Off when using a tripod to stabilize the camera.  
Z Beach  
Captures the brightness of such subjects as beaches or sunlit  
expanses of water.  
Camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame.  
The area focused can be changed by the touch shutter  
(A 41) or touch AF/AE (A 44).  
Use the scene effect adjustment slider (A 63) to adjust  
picture brightness.  
Use of a tripod is recommended in scene modes with which O is indicated. Set Vibration  
reduction (A 153) to Off when using a tripod to stabilize the camera.  
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z Snow  
Captures the brightness of such subjects as snowfields.  
Camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame.  
The area focused can be changed by the touch shutter  
(A 41) or touch AF/AE (A 44).  
Use the scene effect adjustment slider (A 63) to adjust  
picture brightness.  
h Sunset  
O
O
Preserves the deep hues seen in sunsets and sunrises.  
Camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame.  
The default setting for flash mode is c Off.  
Use the scene effect adjustment slider (A 63) to adjust  
picture color.  
i Dusk/dawn  
Preserves the colors seen in the weak natural light before  
sunrise or after sunset.  
Camera focuses at infinity. The focus area or focus indicator  
(A 28) always glows green when the shutter-release  
button is pressed halfway. Note, however, that objects in the  
foreground may not always be in focus.  
The flash does not fire and the flash mode is disabled.  
The AF-assist illuminator does not light (A 154).  
Use the scene effect adjustment slider (A 63) to adjust picture color.  
j Night landscape  
O
Slow shutter speeds are used to produce stunning night  
landscapes.  
Camera focuses at infinity. The focus area or focus indicator  
(A 28) always glows green when the shutter-release  
button is pressed halfway. Note, however, that objects in the  
foreground may not always be in focus.  
The flash does not fire and the flash mode is disabled.  
The AF-assist illuminator does not light (A 154).  
Use the scene effect adjustment slider (A 63) to adjust picture brightness.  
Use of a tripod is recommended in scene modes with which O is indicated. Set Vibration  
reduction (A 153) to Off when using a tripod to stabilize the camera.  
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k Close-up  
Photograph flowers, insects and other small objects at close  
range.  
Macro mode (A 54) is enabled and the camera  
automatically zooms to the closest position at which it can  
focus.  
The closest possible shooting distance may vary according  
to zoom position. The camera can focus at a closer distance  
when F and the zoom indicator glow green and the zoom  
indicator is positioned below I (wide-angle position). The  
camera can focus on the subject as close as 7 cm (2.8 in.) at  
the maximum wide-angle zoom position.  
Note that the flash may be unable to light entire subject at distances of less than 50 cm  
(1 ft. 8 in.).  
Camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame. The area focused can be  
changed by the touch shutter (A 41) or touch AF/AE (A 44).  
As pictures are easily affected by camera shake, be sure that Vibration reduction  
(A 153) is enabled and hold the camera steadily.  
Use the scene effect adjustment slider (A 63) to adjust picture saturation.  
u Food  
Use when taking pictures of food.  
Macro mode (A 54) is enabled and the camera  
automatically zooms to the closest position at which it can  
focus.  
The closest possible shooting distance may vary according  
to zoom position. The camera can focus at a closer distance  
when F and the zoom indicator glow green and the zoom  
indicator is positioned below I (wide-angle position). The  
camera can focus on the subject as close as 7 cm (2.8 in.) at  
the maximum wide-angle zoom position.  
The flash does not fire and the flash mode is disabled.  
Camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame. The area focused can be  
changed by the touch shutter (A 41) or touch AF/AE (A 44).  
As pictures are easily affected by camera shake, be sure that Vibration reduction  
(A 153) is enabled and hold the camera steadily.  
Use the scene effect adjustment slider to adjust the influence lighting has on the color of  
the subject (A 63). Scene effect adjustments applied in Food scene mode are stored in  
the camera’s memory even after the camera is turned off.  
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l Museum  
Use indoors where flash photography is prohibited (for  
example, in museums and art galleries) or in other situations in  
which you do not want to use the flash.  
Camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame.  
The area focused can be changed by the touch shutter  
(A 41) or touch AF/AE (A 44).  
BSS (best shot selector) (A 58) can be enabled when  
shooting.  
BSS is disabled and only one picture can be taken at a time when the shutter is released  
using the touch shutter function (A 41).  
As pictures are easily affected by camera shake, be sure that Vibration reduction  
(A 153) is enabled and hold the camera steadily.  
The flash does not fire and the flash mode is disabled.  
The AF-assist illuminator does not light (A 154).  
m Fireworks show  
O
Slow shutter speeds are used to capture the expanding burst  
of light from a firework.  
Camera focuses at infinity. The focus area or focus indicator  
(A 28) always glows green when the shutter-release  
button is pressed halfway. Note, however, that objects in the  
foreground may not always be in focus.  
The flash does not fire and the flash mode is disabled.  
The AF-assist illuminator does not light (A 154).  
n Copy  
Provides clear pictures of text or drawings on a white board or  
in print.  
Camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame.  
The area focused can be changed by the touch shutter  
(A 41) or touch AF/AE (A 44).  
Use macro mode (A 54) to focus at short ranges.  
Colored text and drawings may not show up well.  
The default setting for flash mode is c Off.  
Use of a tripod is recommended in scene modes with which O is indicated. Set Vibration  
reduction (A 153) to Off when using a tripod to stabilize the camera.  
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o Backlighting  
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.  
The area focused can be changed by the touch shutter  
(A 41) or touch AF/AE (A 44).  
The flash mode setting is fixed at X Fill flash.  
Use the scene effect adjustment slider (A 63) to adjust picture brightness.  
p Panorama assist  
Use when taking a series of pictures that will later be joined to form a single panorama using  
information.  
The default setting for flash mode is c Off.  
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Shooting for a Panorama  
The camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame. Use a tripod for best  
results. Set Vibration reduction (A 153) to Off from the setup menu (A 145)  
when using a tripod to stabilize the camera.  
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2
3
Tap the shooting mode icon in  
shooting mode to display the  
shooting mode selection menu, and  
tap C.  
Shooting mode  
Scene  
The scene mode selection screen is displayed.  
Tap p Panorama assist.  
Panorama assist  
The panorama direction icons are displayed  
to show the direction in which pictures will be  
joined.  
Tap a direction icon.  
Select the direction in which picture will be  
joined in the completed panorama; right (D),  
left (C), up (A), or down (B).  
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A different direction can be selected by  
tapping a different panorama direction icon.  
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Change shooting settings (A 53) before the  
first picture is taken in the next step.  
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Frame the first portion of the  
panorama scene and take the  
first picture.  
One third of the picture will be  
displayed as translucent.  
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Take the next picture.  
Frame the next picture so that one-  
third of the frame overlaps the  
previous picture.  
Repeat this process until the  
necessary number of pictures have  
been taken to complete the scene.  
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Tap H when shooting is completed.  
The camera returns to step 3.  
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B Notes on Panorama Assist  
Apply or adjust shooting settings (A 62) before releasing the shutter for the first picture.  
Shooting settings cannot be changed after the first picture is taken. Picture cannot be deleted, nor  
can zoom be adjusted until the series is finalized.  
The panorama series is terminated if the camera enters standby mode with the auto off function  
(A 155) 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 pictures in a panorama are  
fixed at the values for the first picture in each series.  
When the first picture is taken, R is displayed  
to indicate that exposure, white balance, and focus are  
locked.  
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D Panorama Maker 5  
Install Panorama Maker 5 from the supplied ViewNX 2 CD-ROM.  
Transfer pictures to a computer (A 132) and use Panorama Maker 5 (A 136) to join them in a  
single panorama.  
D More Information  
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Shooting Smiling Faces (Smart Portrait Mode)  
At the default settings, the camera uses face detection to detect 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
Tap the shooting mode icon in  
shooting mode to display the  
shooting mode selection menu, and  
then tap F.  
Shooting mode  
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.  
1/250 F3.6  
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.  
Tap the face framed by a single border to move the focus area to that face.  
3
4
The shutter is automatically released.  
If the camera detects that the face framed by the double border is smiling, Smile timer  
(A 75) is activated and the shutter is automatically released.  
Each time the shutter is released, the camera again initiates face detection and smile  
detection operations for continuous automatic shooting.  
Shooting ends.  
To stop automatic shooting of smiling faces, either turn the camera off, set Smile timer  
to Off, or tap the shooting mode icon 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.  
Self-timer is not available.  
Touch shutter cannot be enabled.  
Under some shooting conditions, the camera may be unable to detect faces or detect smiles.  
See “Notes on Face Detection” (A 49) for more information.  
B Notes on Skin Softening  
More time than usual may be required to save a picture 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.  
Retouch effects such as the glamour retouch function’s skin softening effect can be applied to  
pictures after they are taken (A 120).  
C Self-timer Lamp  
The self-timer lamp blinks slowly when the smile timer is enabled and the camera detects a face, and  
it blinks quickly immediately after the shutter is released.  
C Releasing the Shutter Manually  
Pictures can also be taken by pressing the shutter-release button. The camera focuses on the subject  
at the center of the frame when faces are not detected.  
C Auto Off in Smile Timer Mode  
When Smile timer is set to On, the auto off function (A 155) is activated and the camera 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.  
D More Information  
See “Autofocus” (A 29) for more information.  
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Shooting Smiling Faces (Smart Portrait Mode)  
Changing the Smart Portrait Mode Settings  
The settings indicated below can be made by tapping the tabs to display the  
setting controls in smart portrait mode.  
Each icon also indicates the current setting.  
Tap the icon of the desired item to display the setting screen for that item.  
To hide the setting controls, tap the tab again.  
T
T
W
W
36  
1
2
3
4
5
6
T
T
OFF  
ON  
0.0  
W
W
36  
1
2
m Flash mode  
Set the flash mode (A 33) when taking pictures in smart portrait mode.  
A Image mode  
Adjust Image mode (A 38).  
Changes made to the image mode setting apply to all shooting modes (except  
movie recording).  
e Skin softening  
3
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 picture.  
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 effects of skin softening are not visible when framing pictures for shooting.  
Check the degree of skin softening performed in playback mode.  
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4
y 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.  
A blink was detected in the  
picture just taken.  
If the camera saved a picture in which  
the subject’s eyes may have been  
closed, the dialog shown at right is  
displayed for a few seconds.  
When On is selected, the flash is disabled.  
The default setting is Off.  
5
6
a Smile timer  
On (default setting): The camera uses face detection to detect a human face, 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.  
o Exposure compensation  
Adjust Exposure compensation (A 47) with shooting in smart portrait mode.  
C Settings in Smart Portrait Mode  
There are functions with which this setting cannot be enabled. See “Camera Settings That cannot be  
75  
         
Camera Settings That cannot be Applied Simultaneously  
Some shooting settings cannot be used with other functions.  
Restricted function  
Setting  
Continuous  
Description  
When Continuous, BSS, or Multi-shot 16 is  
selected, flash is disabled.  
Flash mode (A 33)  
When Blink proof is set to On, flash is  
disabled.  
Blink proof (A 75)  
Subject tracking  
When Touch shooting is set to Subject  
tracking, Self-timer is disabled.  
Self-timer (A 36)  
When Multi-shot 16 is selected, the Image  
mode setting is fixed at L (image size:  
2560×1920 pixels).  
Continuous  
When 3200 or 6400 is selected for ISO  
sensitivity, the Image mode setting of only  
M 2048×1536, N 1024×768, or O  
640×480 can be selected. If any image mode  
setting other than above is selected, the  
image mode setting is automatically changed  
to M 2048×1536 when ISO sensitivity is  
set to 3200 or 6400.  
Image mode  
ISO sensitivity  
Macro mode  
Subject tracking  
When Touch shooting is set to Subject  
tracking, Macro mode is disabled.  
When Multi-shot 16 is selected, the ISO  
sensitivity setting is automatically specified  
according to the brightness.  
ISO sensitivity  
Continuous  
When taking a picture using the self-timer, the  
continuous setting is fixed to Single.  
Self-timer (A 36)  
Continuous (A 58)  
When using the touch shutter function, one  
picture is taken each time the monitor is  
tapped.  
Touch shutter  
When taking a picture using Continuous,  
BSS, or Multi-shot 16, Blink warning is  
disabled.  
Blink warning  
Continuous  
Continuous  
When Continuous or BSS is selected for the  
Continuous setting, date imprint is disabled.  
Date imprint  
When On is selected, Date imprint is  
disabled.  
Blink proof (A 75)  
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Camera Settings That cannot be Applied Simultaneously  
Restricted function  
Setting  
Continuous  
Description  
When Multi-shot 16 is selected, digital zoom  
is not available.  
Digital zoom  
Subject tracking  
When the touch shooting is set to Subject  
tracking, digital zoom is disabled.  
C Restricted Functions in Shooting Mode  
The restricted functions vary with the shooting mode (A 48). See the following pages for details on  
the functions available in each shooting mode:  
G (easy auto) mode A 32  
A (auto) mode A 53  
Scene mode A 62  
Smart portrait mode A 74  
Movie A 126  
D More Information  
77  
More on Playback  
Operations in Full-frame Playback Mode  
Tap the playback icon (c) at the upper left  
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in the monitor in shooting mode to enter  
playback mode and display pictures that  
have been taken (A 30).  
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The following operations are available in full-frame playback mode.  
To  
Tap  
Description  
A
Drag the picture to the right to display the  
previous picture and to the left to display  
the subsequent picture. Drag the picture  
with two fingers to scroll ahead or back ten  
pictures at a time.  
Select a picture  
Display 4, 9, or 16 picture thumbnails.  
Picture thumbnails can be displayed by  
placing two fingers on the picture currently  
displayed and pinching them together.  
View thumbnails  
Enlarge view of picture currently displayed  
in the monitor up to about 10×. Pictures  
can be enlarged by placing two fingers on  
the picture currently displayed and  
spreading them apart. Tap H to return to  
full-frame playback.  
Zoom in  
Tap R to play back the movie currently  
displayed.  
Play back movies  
R
Set the picture rating/  
play back pictures by  
rating  
Right tab Apply a rating of one to five to each  
(P)  
picture or play back pictures by rating.  
Bottom  
tab  
Specify the playback settings and edit  
pictures.  
Make playback settings  
Tap the playback mode icon to display the  
Switch to another  
playback mode  
Playback playback mode selection menu and  
mode icon change to favorite pictures, auto sort, or list  
by date mode.  
Tap the shooting mode icon displayed at  
Shooting upper left in the monitor. The shutter-  
mode icon release button can also be pressed to  
switch to shooting mode.  
Switch to shooting  
mode  
C Picture Orientation (Portrait or Landscape)  
Pictures taken in portrait (“tall”) orientation will be rotated automatically (A 11). The rotating  
direction can be changed from the Rotate image option (A 106). When the camera is rotated, the  
picture displayed is also rotated (A 11).  
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Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback  
Placing two fingers on the monitor in full-frame playback mode (A 78) and  
pinching them together displays pictures in “contact sheets” of thumbnail images.  
12  
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The following operations can be performed while thumbnails are displayed.  
To  
Tap  
Description  
A
Increase number of picture thumbnails  
displayed: 4 9 16  
Placing two fingers on the picture  
currently displayed and pinching them  
together increases the number of picture  
thumbnails displayed.  
Increase number of picture  
thumbnails displayed  
Decrease number of picture thumbnails  
displayed: 16 9 4  
Decrease number of  
picture thumbnails  
displayed  
Placing two fingers on the picture  
currently displayed and spreading them  
apart decreases the number of picture  
thumbnails displayed.  
Tap B or C, or drag the slider at the right  
of the monitor. Dragging your finger up  
and down on the monitor can also scroll  
through the display.  
Scroll display  
B, C  
Return to full-frame  
playback  
Tap a picture.  
Set the picture rating/play Right tab Apply a rating of one to five to each  
back pictures by rating  
(P)  
picture or play back pictures by rating.  
Bottom The Delete, Slide show, Protect, or Print  
Make playback settings  
tab  
set setting can be enabled.  
Shooting  
mode  
icon  
Tap the shooting mode icon or press the  
shutter-release button.  
Switch to shooting mode  
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Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback  
C Thumbnail Playback  
Film frames  
Mode Display  
12  
Pictures with ratings (A 97) and  
protected pictures (A 100) are  
displayed with the icons shown at  
right. Movies are displayed as film  
frames.  
Protect icon  
Rating setting  
icon  
1
C Thumbnail Display in Favorite Pictures and Auto Sort Mode  
When thumbnails are displayed in favorite pictures  
mode (A 84), the favorite pictures icon is displayed  
in the monitor.  
4
When thumbnails are displayed in auto sort mode  
(A 91), the pictures’ category icon is displayed in  
the monitor.  
3
80  
 
Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom  
Placing two fingers on the monitor in full-frame playback mode (A 78) and  
spreading them apart enlarges display of the current picture.  
The guide displayed in the bottom right of the monitor shows the portion of  
the image currently displayed.  
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3.0  
The following operations can be performed while picture display is enlarged.  
To  
Tap  
Description  
A
Tap n to enlarge view of picture currently  
displayed in monitor, up to about 10×.  
Pictures can also be zoomed in by placing  
two fingers on the picture currently  
displayed and spreading them apart.  
Zoom in  
n
Tap o. When the magnification ratio  
reaches 1×, the display returns to full-  
frame playback mode. Pictures can also be  
zoomed out by placing two fingers on the  
picture currently displayed and pinching  
them together.  
Zoom out  
o
Change the display  
area  
The area of the picture currently displayed  
can be changed by dragging the picture.  
Delete pictures  
Tap E.  
E
H
Switch to full-frame  
playback  
Tap H.  
Create a cropped copy  
(crop)  
Crop the enlarged portion of the image  
and save it as a separate file.  
G
Switch to shooting  
mode  
Press the shutter-release button.  
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Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom  
Pictures Taken with Face Detection Function  
When zooming in (playback zoom) on a  
picture taken with the face detection function  
(A 26) by placing two fingers on the  
monitor and spreading them apart (A 81) in  
full-frame playback mode, the picture will be  
enlarged with the face detected with  
×
2.0  
shooting at the center of the monitor (except  
pictures taken with Continuous, BSS, or Multi-shot 16 (A 58)).  
If more than one face was detected, the picture will be enlarged with the face  
on which focus was acquired at the center of the monitor. Tap M or N to  
display other detected faces.  
When n or o is tapped to adjust the zoom ratio, the center of the picture  
(normal playback zoom display), rather than the face, is displayed at the center  
of the monitor.  
82  
Selecting Playback Mode  
The following playback modes can be selected.  
c
h
F
Playback mode  
Play back all pictures.  
Favorite pictures mode  
Play back pictures added to albums.  
Auto sort mode  
Play back pictures and movies automatically sorted to the selected category  
with shooting.  
C
List by date mode  
Play back pictures taken on the selected date.  
1
Tap the playback mode icon in  
playback mode.  
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The playback mode selection menu is  
displayed.  
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2
Tap the desired playback mode icon.  
The camera enters the selected playback  
mode.  
Playback mode  
Play  
To return to the current playback mode, tap  
the playback mode icon at the upper left in  
the monitor.  
83  
     
Sorting Favorite Pictures (Favorite Pictures Mode)  
Pictures can be sorted to albums. Once pictures have been sorted to albums,  
favorite picture mode can be used to play back only the pictures in a specific  
album. Adding pictures to albums makes finding a particular picture faster and  
easier. Pictures can be sorted to albums categorized by themes such as travel or  
weddings. A single picture can be added to multiple albums.  
Adding Pictures to Albums  
Pictures can be sorted by adding them to albums.  
1
2
Play back pictures in playback mode (A 30), auto sort mode (A 91),  
or list by date mode (A 94).  
Select a desired picture and tap the  
bottom tab.  
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Display the picture in full-frame playback  
mode and tap the bottom tab.  
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4
3
4
Tap h.  
The favorite pictures screen is displayed.  
Tap the desired album.  
Favorite pictures  
The picture is added to the selected album  
and monitor display returns to full-frame  
playback mode.  
01  
02  
07  
03  
08  
04  
09  
05  
06  
Repeat steps 1 and 2 to add a picture to  
multiple albums.  
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Sorting Favorite Pictures (Favorite Pictures Mode)  
B Notes on Adding Favorite Pictures  
An album can contain up to 200 pictures.  
Movies cannot be added to albums.  
If the selected picture has already been added to an album, the album icon turns yellow.  
When pictures are added to albums, they are not physically copied to albums or moved from the  
folder (A 171) to which they were originally recorded (A 90).  
D More Information  
85  
Sorting Favorite Pictures (Favorite Pictures Mode)  
Viewing Pictures in an Album  
Pictures can be displayed by selecting the album to which they were added in  
h favorite pictures mode“.  
In full-frame playback mode, just as with normal playback mode, picture display  
can be enlarged, or pictures can be displayed as thumbnails. When the bottom  
tab is tapped to display the setting controls, settings can be made and editing  
can be performed on pictures sorted to the specified album (A 96).  
1
Tap the playback mode icon in  
playback mode to display the  
playback mode selection menu  
(A 83), and tap h.  
Playback mode  
Favorite pictures  
A list of albums is displayed.  
2
Tap the desired album.  
Favorite pictures  
01  
04  
07  
02  
05  
08  
03  
06  
09  
The picture in the selected album will be  
displayed in full-frame playback mode.  
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The icon for the current album is displayed on  
the screen.  
Repeat steps 1 and 2 to select a different  
album.  
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Sorting Favorite Pictures (Favorite Pictures Mode)  
Removing Pictures from Albums  
To remove a picture from an album without permanently deleting it, follow the  
procedures described below.  
Select the desired picture in full-frame  
display in step 2 in favorite pictures mode  
(A 86), tap the bottom tab to display the  
setting controls, and then tap h. The  
confirmation dialog is displayed.  
Tap Yes to remove the picture from the  
album. To exit without removing the  
picture, tap No.  
Remove this picture from  
favorites?  
No  
Yes  
B Note on Deleting Picture in Favorite Pictures Mode  
Note that deleting a picture played back in favorite picture mode permanently deletes the original  
picture from the internal memory or memory card (A 90).  
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Sorting Favorite Pictures (Favorite Pictures Mode)  
Operations in Favorite Pictures Mode  
The following operations are available with display of album list.  
To  
Tap  
Description  
A
Tap the bottom tab to display the setting  
controls, and tap K.  
Change the album icon  
K
When the bottom tab is tapped to display  
the setting controls, and c is tapped, the  
album selection screen is displayed. Select  
the desired album and tap I.  
Delete all pictures in the  
selected album  
c
Switch to another  
playback mode  
Display the playback mode selection  
menu.  
m
Shooting Tap the shooting mode icon displayed at  
mode upper left in the monitor or press the  
Switch to shooting mode  
icon  
shutter-release button.  
88  
   
Sorting Favorite Pictures (Favorite Pictures Mode)  
Changing Icons Assigned to Albums  
The icon assigned to an album can be changed to reflect the theme of pictures  
included in the album.  
1
2
3
4
Tap the playback mode icon in  
playback mode to display the  
playback mode selection menu  
(A 83), and tap h.  
Playback mode  
Favorite pictures  
Album list is displayed.  
Tap the bottom tab to display the  
setting controls and tap K.  
Favorite pictures  
01  
04  
07  
02  
05  
03  
06  
Tap the desired album.  
Choose icon  
The album icon and icon color selection  
screen is displayed.  
01  
04  
07  
02  
05  
08  
03  
06  
09  
Tap the desired icon to be assigned  
to an album, tap or drag the slider to  
select the icon’s color, and tap I.  
Choose icon  
01  
0
0
02  
03  
The icon is changed and monitor display  
returns to the display of album list.  
To return to the album selection screen  
without adjusting the settings, tap J.  
B Notes on Icons for Albums  
Choose icons for albums separately for the internal memory and for every memory card used.  
To change the icon for an album containing pictures stored in the internal memory, remove the  
memory card from the camera.  
The default setting for icons are numbers.  
89  
   
Sorting Favorite Pictures (Favorite Pictures Mode)  
C Adding/Viewing Favorite Pictures  
When pictures are added to an album, they are not physically copied to the album or moved from  
the folder to which they were originally recorded (A 171). Only the file names of pictures are added  
to albums. In favorite pictures mode, pictures with file names that have been added to the specified  
album are played back.  
Note that deleting a picture played back in favorite picture mode (A 31, 88) permanently deletes  
the original picture from the internal memory or memory card.  
Adding Pictures to Albums  
Internal memory/memory card  
Album 1  
0001.JPG  
0003.JPG  
0002.JPG  
0004.JPG  
0001.JPG  
0002.JPG  
0003.JPG  
Adds file names  
Album 2  
Adds file names  
0001.JPG  
0004.JPG  
Viewing Pictures in Albums  
0001.JPG  
Album 1  
0002.JPG  
0003.JPG  
References  
files  
0001.JPG  
0002.JPG  
0003.JPG  
Internal  
memory/  
memory card  
Playback  
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Finding Pictures in Auto Sort Mode  
When shooting pictures and movies, they are automatically sorted to one of the  
categories shown below. If “F auto sort mode” is selected, pictures and movies  
can be viewed by selecting the category to which they were sorted.  
Z Smile  
D Portraits  
u Food  
U Landscape  
D Movie  
V Dusk to dawn  
X Retouched copies  
D Close-ups  
W Other scenes  
In full-frame playback mode, just as with normal playback mode, picture display  
can be enlarged, pictures can be displayed as thumbnails, and movies can be  
played back. When the bottom tab is tapped to display the setting controls,  
settings can be made and editing can be performed on pictures sorted to the  
specified category (A 96).  
Viewing Pictures in Auto Sort Mode  
1
Tap the playback mode icon in  
playback mode to display the  
playback mode selection menu  
(A 83), and then tap F.  
Playback mode  
Auto sort  
Category list is displayed.  
2
Tap the desired category.  
Auto sort  
For more information on categories, see “Auto  
The picture in the selected category will be  
displayed in full-frame playback mode.  
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The icon for the category currently selected is  
displayed.  
Repeat steps 1 and 2 to select a different  
category.  
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Finding Pictures in Auto Sort Mode  
Auto Sort Mode Categories  
Category  
Description  
Pictures taken in smart portrait mode (A 72) with the smile timer  
setting set to On are displayed.  
Z
Smile  
Pictures taken in A (auto) mode (A 51) with the face detection.  
Pictures taken in Portrait*, Night Portrait*, Party/indoor, and  
Backlighting* scene modes (A 61).  
D
Portraits  
Pictures taken in smart portrait mode (A 72) with the smile timer  
setting set to Off.  
u
Food  
Pictures taken in Food scene mode (A 61).  
U
Landscape  
Pictures taken in Landscape* scene mode (A 61).  
Pictures taken in Night landscape*, Sunset, Dusk/dawn, and  
Fireworks show scene modes (A 61).  
V
Dusk to dawn  
Pictures taken in A (auto) mode with the macro mode setting  
Pictures taken in Close-up* scene mode (A 61).  
D
Close-ups  
Movie  
D
Movies (A 124).  
X
Retouched copies Copies created using editing functions (A 109).  
All other pictures that cannot be defined by the categories  
described above.  
W
Other scenes  
* Pictures taken in G (easy auto) mode (A 49) are also sorted to the appropriate categories.  
B Notes on Auto Sort Mode  
Up to 999 pictures and movie files can be sorted to each category in auto sort mode. If 999  
pictures or movies have already been sorted to a specific category, new pictures and movies  
cannot be sorted to that category nor can they be displayed in auto sort mode. Display pictures  
and movies that could not be sorted to a category in normal playback mode (A 30) or list by date  
mode (A 94).  
Pictures or movies copied from the internal memory or the memory card or vice versa (A 164)  
cannot be displayed in auto sort mode.  
Pictures or movies recorded by a camera other than the COOLPIX S80 cannot be displayed in auto  
sort mode.  
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Finding Pictures in Auto Sort Mode  
Operations in Auto Sort Mode  
The following operations are available with display of category list.  
To  
Tap  
Description  
A
When the bottom tab is tapped to display  
the setting controls, and c is tapped, the  
category selection screen is displayed.  
Select the desired category and tap I.  
Delete all pictures in the  
selected category  
c
Switch to another  
playback mode  
Display the playback mode selection  
menu.  
F
Shooting Tap the shooting mode icon displayed at  
mode the upper left in the monitor or press the  
Switch to shooting mode  
icon  
shutter-release button.  
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Selecting Pictures Taken on a Specific Day (List by Date Mode)  
In “C list by date mode“, pictures taken on a same date can be played back.  
In full-frame playback mode, just as with normal playback mode, picture display  
can be enlarged, pictures can be displayed as thumbnails, and movies can be  
played back. When the bottom tab is tapped to display the setting controls,  
settings can be made and editing can be performed on pictures taken on a  
specific day (A 96).  
Selecting a Date in List by Date Mode  
1
Tap the playback mode icon in  
playback mode to display the  
playback mode selection menu  
(A 83), and tap C.  
Playback mode  
List by date  
Dates for which pictures exist are listed.  
2
Tap the desired date.  
List by date  
11/2010  
Fri  
Sun  
Mon  
Tue  
Wed  
Thu  
Sat  
To change the displayed month, tap C or D.  
1
8
2
9
3
4
5
6
7
10 11 12 13  
14 15 16 17 18 19 20  
21 22 23 24 25 26 27  
28 29 30  
The first picture taken on the selected date  
will be displayed full frame.  
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B Notes on List by Date Mode  
Up to 9,000 of the most recently recorded pictures can be displayed in list by date mode.  
Pictures taken before the date and time have been set are recognized as having been taken on  
“01/01/2010.”  
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Selecting Pictures Taken on a Specific Day (List by Date Mode)  
Operations in List by Date Mode  
The following operations are available in the shooting date selection screen.  
To  
Tap  
Description  
A
Change the month  
C, D Tap C or D.  
When the bottom tab is tapped to display  
the setting controls, and c is tapped, the  
date selection screen is displayed. Select  
the desired date and tap I.  
Delete all pictures in the  
selected date  
c
Switch to another  
playback mode  
Display the playback mode selection  
menu.  
k
Shooting Tap the shooting mode icon displayed at  
mode the upper left in the monitor or press the  
Switch to shooting mode  
icon  
shutter-release button.  
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Playback Options  
To adjust picture settings or edit pictures, tap the tab in full-frame playback mode  
to display the setting controls.  
The controls available and monitor display vary depending upon the current  
picture and camera settings.  
Tap the icon of the desired item to display the setting screen for that item.  
To hide the setting controls, tap the tab again.  
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a DPOF print order*..............................102  
d Protect*...................................................100  
E Voice memo............................................107  
h Add pictures to albums (except in  
favorite pictures mode) ....................84  
Remove pictures from albums (in  
favorite pictures mode) ................... 87  
M Retouch ..................................................109  
f Rotate image .......................................106  
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U Paint ...........................................................111  
b Slide show*...............................................98  
* This function can also be performed in thumbnail playback mode. If the camera is switched  
to thumbnail playback mode while pictures are played back in favorite pictures, auto sort,  
or list by date mode, this function can be performed only on the pictures sorted to the  
selected folder, category or date.  
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Setting the Picture Rating  
A rating of one to five can be assigned to each picture. It is also possible to play  
back only the pictures that have been assigned a specific rating.  
1
Tap the right tab in full-frame  
playback (A 78) or thumbnail  
playback (A 79) mode.  
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Drag and drop (A 7) the desired  
rating icon onto the picture.  
Rating is applied.  
Drag and drop another icon to change the  
rating.  
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2
1
0
Drag and drop L to cancel the rating.  
A picture’s rating can be confirmed by the  
number of  
mode.  
shown in full-frame playback  
Playing Back Pictures by Rating  
1
Tap the right tab in full-frame  
playback (A 78) or thumbnail  
playback (A 79) mode.  
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2
Tap a rating icon to display the  
pictures with that rating.  
The icon of the tapped rating turns yellow,  
and only the pictures assigned with the  
selected rating are displayed. Multiple ratings  
can be selected.  
To stop displaying pictures of a selected  
rating, tap the icon of the rating to deselect it.  
To stop playback by rating, deselect all ratings.  
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4
3
2
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B Notes on the Rating  
Each rating can be applied to a maximum of 999 pictures.  
Rating cannot be applied to movies.  
The ratings applied on the COOLPIX S80 are not recognized by your computer.  
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b Enjoying Slide Shows  
Play back pictures, stored in the internal memory or on a memory card, one by one  
in an automated “slide show.”  
1
Tap the bottom tab in playback  
mode to display the setting controls,  
and tap b.  
2
Tap Start.  
Slide show  
Eects  
Start  
To change the effects, tap Effects before  
selecting Start, and select from Classic or  
Zoom.  
DEMO  
Loop  
To repeat the slide show automatically,  
enable Loop by tapping Loop before  
tapping Start. A check mark (w) will be  
added to the loop option when enabled.  
Tap l to play back sample images stored in the camera with an automatic loop  
function.  
To exit without playing back pictures in a slide show, tap J.  
3
The slide show begins.  
Tap the monitor to display the operation  
panel at the bottom of the screen.  
Tap the icons in the operation panel to  
perform the corresponding operations. The  
following operations are available.  
To  
Adjust volume  
Rewind  
Tap  
X
O
P
Description  
Adjust the volume of background music.  
Tap and hold O to rewind slide show.  
Tap and hold P to advance slide show.  
Pause playback.  
Advance  
Pause  
End  
To resume playback, tap R displayed at the  
center of the frame.  
Q
S
End slide show.  
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b Enjoying Slide Shows  
B Notes on Slide Show  
Only the first frame of movies included in a slide show is displayed.  
The maximum playback time is up to 30 minutes even if Loop is enabled (A 155).  
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d Protecting Important Pictures (Protect)  
Protect selected pictures from accidental deletion. Protected pictures are  
recognized by the s icon in playback mode (A 10, 80).  
Protecting One Picture  
1
2
3
Select the desired picture to be  
protected in full-frame playback  
mode, and tap the bottom tab.  
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Tap d.  
Tap On.  
Protect  
On  
The selected picture is protected.  
To exit without protecting pictures, tap J.  
Off  
B Note on Protecting Pictures  
Note that formatting the camera’s internal memory or the memory card will permanently delete  
protected files (A 156).  
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d Protecting Important Pictures (Protect)  
Protecting Multiple Pictures  
Multiple pictures can be protected at a time.  
1
Switch to thumbnail playback mode  
(A 79), tap the bottom tab to  
display the setting controls, and  
then tap d.  
12  
The monitor display switches to the picture  
selection screen for protection.  
2
Tap the desired pictures to be  
protected.  
Protect  
When a picture is selected, a check mark is  
displayed. To cancel the selection, tap the  
picture again.  
Tap n or o to change the number of  
pictures displayed.  
3
Tap I.  
Protect  
The selected pictures are protected.  
To exit without protecting pictures, tap J.  
Removing Protection from Pictures  
To remove protection from a picture, display a protected picture in full-frame  
playback mode, follow the procedure in “Protecting One Picture” (A 100), and  
tap Off in step 3.  
To remove protection from multiple pictures at a time, uncheck protected  
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a Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set  
When printing pictures stored 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.  
Inserting the memory card into a DPOF-compatible (A 187) printer’s card slot  
Taking the memory card to a digital photo lab  
Connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible (A 187) printer (A 138). A  
print order can also be created for pictures stored in the internal memory if the  
memory card is removed from the camera  
Creating a Print Order for One Picture  
1
2
3
Select the desired picture in full-  
frame playback mode and tap the  
bottom tab.  
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Tap a.  
Tap the desired number of copies  
and tap I.  
Print set  
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2
7
3
8
4
9
5
0
To exit without making the print setting, tap  
6
J.  
If the total number of the pictures in a print  
order, including pictures just added, exceeds  
99, the screen shown at right will be  
displayed.  
Print set  
Too many images selected.  
Remove print marking from  
other images?  
-
Tap Yes to remove pictures previously  
added from the print order and restrict the  
print order to pictures just marked.  
Yes  
Cancel  
-
Tap Cancel to remove the pictures just  
added from the print order and restrict the  
print order to pictures previously marked.  
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a Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set  
4
Choose whether or not to print  
shooting date and photo  
information.  
Print set  
Date  
Info  
Tap Date to place w in the checkbox to  
imprint the shooting date on the picture.  
Tap Info to place w in the checkbox to  
imprint the photo information (shutter speed  
and aperture) on the picture.  
Tap I to complete the print order.  
Pictures selected for printing are recognized  
by the w icon displayed with playback.  
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a Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set  
Creating a Print Order for Multiple Pictures  
1
2
Switch to thumbnail playback mode  
(A 79), tap the bottom tab to  
display the setting controls, and  
then tap a.  
12  
The monitor display switches to the print set  
screen.  
Tap the desired pictures to print (up  
to 99) and tap A or B at the upper  
left in the monitor to specify the  
number of copies (up to nine) for  
each.  
Print selection  
1
×
×
1
1
Pictures selected for printing can be  
recognized by the check mark (y) and the  
numeral indicating the number of copies to be printed. Revert the number of copies to  
[0] to cancel the selection of the picture.  
Tap n or o to change the number of pictures displayed.  
Tap n to remove print marking from all pictures and cancel the print order.  
Tap I when setting is complete.  
3
Choose whether or not to print  
shooting date and photo  
Print set  
Date  
information.  
Info  
Tap Date to place w in the checkbox to  
imprint the shooting date on all pictures in  
the print order.  
Tap Info to place w in the checkbox to  
imprint the photo information (shutter speed and aperture) on all pictures in the print  
order.  
Tap I to complete the print order.  
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a Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set  
Canceling Print Order  
To remove a print marking from a picture, display a picture selected for printing  
in full-frame playback mode, follow the procedure in “Creating a Print Order for  
One Picture” (A 102), and tap 0 in step 3.  
To remove print markings from multiple pictures at a time, remove the print  
markings of the desired pictures in step 2 of “Creating a Print Order for Multiple  
Pictures” (A 104). Tap n to remove print markings from all pictures.  
B Notes on Printing with Shooting Date and Photo Information  
When the Date and Info settings are enabled in the print set option, shooting date and photo  
information are printed on pictures when a DPOF-compatible printer (A 187) which supports  
printing of shooting date and photo information is used.  
Photo information cannot be printed when the camera is connected directly to a printer, via the  
supplied USB cable, for DPOF printing (A 144).  
Note that Date and Info settings are reset when the print set option is displayed.  
The printed date is the one that has been set when a  
picture is taken. Although the date is changed using  
the Date option in the setup menu after a picture  
has been taken, the printed date will not be  
reflected.  
B Note on Printing Pictures  
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When printing pictures taken at an Image mode  
setting of p 3968×2232 (default setting), the edges of pictures may be cropped, preventing  
printing of complete pictures (A 138).  
D Date Imprint  
When date and time of recording are imprinted on pictures using the Date imprint option  
(A 152) in the setup menu, pictures are recorded with shooting date and time imprinted on the  
picture when they are taken. Pictures with the date imprinted on them can be printed from printers  
that do not support printing of the date on pictures. Only the Date imprint date and time on  
pictures will be printed, even if Print set is enabled with Date selected in the print set screen.  
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f Rotate Image  
Specify the orientation in which recorded pictures are displayed with playback.  
Still pictures can be rotated 90 degrees clockwise or 90 degrees counterclockwise.  
Pictures that were recorded in portrait (“tall“) orientation can be rotated up to 180  
degrees in either direction.  
1
2
3
Select a picture in the full-frame  
playback mode (A 78), tap the  
bottom tab to display the setting  
controls, and tap M.  
The retouch menu is displayed.  
Tap f.  
Retouch  
Rotate image  
The rotate image screen is displayed.  
Tap J or I.  
Rotate image  
Rotate image  
Rotate image  
J
I
I
J
Rotate 90 degrees  
clockwise  
Rotate 90 degrees  
counterclockwise  
The picture rotates 90 degrees.  
Tap I to finalize display orientation and save the orientation information with the  
picture.  
To exit without rotating image, tap J.  
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E Voice Memo: Recording and Playback  
Use the camera’s built-in microphone to record voice memos for pictures.  
Recording Voice Memos  
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2
3
Select a picture in the full-frame  
playback mode (A 78), and tap the  
bottom tab.  
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Tap E.  
The screen for recording voice memos is  
displayed.  
Tap W to record a voice memo.  
Recording ends after 20 seconds.  
Do not touch the built-in microphone during  
recording.  
To exit without recording voice memos, tap  
J.  
20s  
During recording, o blinks in the monitor.  
When S is tapped during recording,  
recording ends.  
When recording ends, the voice memo  
playback screen is displayed. Follow the  
instructions in step 3 of “Playing Voice  
8s  
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E Voice Memo: Recording and Playback  
Playing Voice Memos  
Pictures for which voice memos have been recorded are indicated with the p  
icon in full-frame playback mode (A 10).  
1
2
3
Select a picture in the full-frame  
playback mode (A 78), and tap the  
bottom tab.  
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Tap E.  
The screen for playing back voice memos is  
displayed.  
Tap R to play the voice memo.  
Tap S to stop playback.  
Tap X to adjust playback volume.  
To exit without playing voice memos, tap J.  
20s  
Deleting Voice Memos  
Tap E in step 3 of “Playing Voice Memos.”  
Tap Yes to delete only the voice memo.  
File will be deleted. OK?  
Yes  
No  
B Notes on Voice Memos  
When a picture with a voice memo attached is deleted, both the picture and its voice memo are  
deleted.  
If a voice memo already exists for the current picture, it must be deleted before a new voice memo  
can be recorded.  
The COOLPIX S80 is not able to record a voice memo for pictures taken with another make or  
model of digital camera.  
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Editing Pictures  
Editing Functions  
Use the COOLPIX S80 to edit pictures in-camera and store them as separate files  
(A 171). The editing functions described below are available.  
Editing function  
Paint (A 111)  
Description  
Draw on pictures, or add decorations, to pictures.  
Easily create retouched copies in which contrast and saturation  
have been enhanced.  
Quick retouch (A 114)  
D-Lighting (A 115)  
Stretch (A 116)  
Create a copy of the current picture with enhanced brightness  
and contrast, brightening dark portions of the picture.  
Stretch the current picture horizontally to make the subject  
appear thinner or wider.  
Adjust the perspective of picture taken in landscape  
orientation. Apply perspective control similar to that available  
with shift lenses. This function is suited to pictures of buildings  
or architecture.  
Perspective control  
Apply a variety of effects using digital filter. The available effects  
are Color options, Soft, Selective color, Cross screen,  
Fisheye, and Miniature effect.  
Filter effects (A 118)  
Glamour retouch  
Make facial skin tone softer and make faces look smaller with  
larger eyes.  
Create a small copy of pictures suitable for use as e-mail  
attachments.  
Small picture (A 122)  
Crop a portion of the picture. Use to zoom in on a subject or  
arrange a composition.  
Crop (A 123)  
See page 106 for the rotate image function for more information.  
B Notes on Picture Editing  
The editing functions of COOLPIX S80 cannot be used for pictures taken with another make or  
model of digital camera.  
If no face is detected in a picture, a copy cannot be created using the glamour retouch function  
(A 120).  
Edited copies created with COOLPIX S80 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 to store the edited copies.  
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Editing Functions  
C Restrictions on Picture Editing  
When an edited copy is further modified with another editing function, check the following  
restrictions.  
Editing function used  
Paint  
Editing function to add  
The paint, small picture, and crop functions can be added.  
Quick retouch  
D-Lighting  
Stretch  
Perspective control  
Filter effects  
The paint, small picture, glamour retouch, or crop function can be  
added.  
Glamour retouch  
The editing functions other than glamour retouch can be added.  
Another editing function cannot be added.  
Small picture  
No other editing functions can be added, except for the paint function,  
which can be applied to cropped copies with an aspect ratio of 16:9  
and those saved at an image size of 640 × 480 pixels or larger.  
Crop  
Copies created with editing functions other than the paint function 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.  
Retouch effects such as the glamour retouch function’s skin softening effect can be applied to  
pictures taken with the skin softening function (A 74).  
D Original and Edited Pictures  
Copies created with editing functions are not deleted if the original pictures are deleted. The  
original pictures are not deleted if copies created with editing functions are deleted.  
Edited copies are stored with the same recording date and time as the original.  
The rating settings (A 97), protect settings (A 100), and print markings (A 102) of the original  
image are not applied to edited copies.  
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Picture Editing  
U Paint  
Draw on pictures or decorate them. Shooting date decoration can also be added.  
Painted copies are stored as separate files.  
1
Select a picture in full-frame  
playback mode (A 78), tap the  
bottom tab to display the setting  
controls, and tap U.  
2 Use the I, J, K, and L tools to  
Undo  
paint pictures.  
Pen  
For more information about using each tool,  
Tap n to display the picture in full-frame  
playback mode and tap n again to enlarge  
the picture display by 3×. Tap A, D, B, or  
C to change the portion of the picture in the  
monitor. To return to the original display size,  
tap o.  
Frame  
Decoration  
Eraser  
Tap J to undo the last operation applied  
using the pen, eraser, or decoration tool (up  
to the last five operations can be undone).  
Pen  
3
Tap I.  
Pen  
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Picture Editing  
4
Tap Yes.  
A new, painted copy is created.  
Save OK?  
Copies created with pictures taken at an  
Image mode (A 38) setting of p  
3968×2232 are saved at the image size of h  
(1920 × 1080). Copies created with pictures  
taken at an image mode setting of M  
Yes  
No  
2048×1536 or larger are saved at the image size of g (2048 × 1536). Copies created  
with pictures taken at an image mode setting of N 1024×768 and O 640×480 are  
saved at the image size of l (640 × 480).  
To exit without saving the copy, tap No.  
Copies created with the paint function can be recognized by the d icon displayed in  
playback mode.  
Using the Paint Tools  
Write and Draw on Pictures  
Pen  
Tap I to write or draw on pictures.  
To change the pens’ color or weight, tap the  
bottom tab to display the screen shown at right.  
Tap or drag the pen’s color slider to select pen’s  
color.  
Pen color  
Pen thickness  
Tap the pen’s thickness slider to select pen’s  
thickness.  
Erase Paint Tool Additions  
Eraser  
Tap J to erase additions to pictures using the  
paint or decoration tool.  
To change the eraser’s size, tap the bottom tab to  
display the screen shown at right.  
Eraser size  
Tap the slider of the eraser’s size to select the size  
of the eraser.  
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Picture Editing  
Decoration type  
Add Decorations  
Tap K to add a decoration.  
Decoration  
To change the decoration type or size, tap the  
bottom tab to display the screen shown at right.  
Decoration type can be selected from 14 types.  
Tap the decoration size slider to select the  
decoration size. When f is selected for the  
decoration type, f (day, month, year) and S  
(day, month, year, time) options are available.  
Decoration size  
Add a Frame  
Frame  
Tap L to add a frame around the picture.  
Tap C or D to display seven different frames  
one at a time. Tap I to select a frame.  
B Notes on Shooting Date Decoration  
When the shooting date decoration is added to pictures taken at an Image mode setting (A 38)  
of O 640×480, the shooting date may be difficult to read. Set the Image mode setting of N  
1024×768 or larger.  
The date added with the shooting date decoration uses the format selected in the setup menu’s  
Date item (A 20, 148).  
The date added with the shooting date decoration is the date on which the picture was taken. The  
date added with the shooting date decoration cannot be changed.  
D More Information  
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Picture 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 stored as separate files.  
1
2
3
4
Select a picture in full-frame  
playback mode (A 78), tap the  
bottom tab to display the setting  
controls, and tap M.  
The retouch menu is displayed.  
Tap k.  
Retouch  
Quick retouch  
The screen for selecting the degree of  
enhancement is displayed.  
Choose the degree of enhancement  
performed and tap I.  
Quick retouch  
Tap Yes.  
A new, retouched copy is created (it may take  
several seconds to create the copy).  
Save OK?  
To exit without saving the copy, tap No.  
Copies created with the quick retouch  
function can be recognized by the s icon  
displayed in playback mode.  
Yes  
No  
D More Information  
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Picture 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 a picture. Enhanced copies are stored as separate  
files.  
1
2
3
4
Select a picture in full-frame  
playback mode (A 78), tap the  
bottom tab to display the setting  
controls, and tap M.  
The retouch menu is displayed.  
Tap I.  
Retouch  
D-Lighting  
The original version will be shown on the left  
and the edited version will be shown on the  
right.  
Tap I.  
D-Lighting  
Tap Yes.  
A new, edited copy is created.  
To exit without saving the copy, tap No.  
Save OK?  
Copies created with the D-Lighting function can  
be recognized by the c icon displayed in  
playback mode.  
Yes  
No  
D More Information  
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Picture Editing  
P Stretch: Stretching Pictures  
Stretch pictures horizontally. Stretched copies are stored as separate files.  
1
2
3
4
5
Select a picture in full-frame  
playback mode (A 78), tap the  
bottom tab to display the setting  
controls, and tap M.  
The retouch menu is displayed.  
Tap P.  
Retouch  
Stretch  
Stretch  
Stretch  
Tap or drag the slider to adjust  
stretch effects.  
Tap I.  
Tap Yes.  
A new, edited copy is created.  
To exit without saving the copy, tap No.  
Save OK?  
Copies created with the stretch function can  
be recognized by the r icon displayed in  
playback mode.  
Yes  
No  
D More Information  
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Picture Editing  
O Perspective Control: Adjust a Sense of Perspective  
Adjust the sense of perspective in the picture taken in landscape orientation.  
Copies created with the perspective control function are stored as separate files.  
1
2
3
4
5
Select a picture in full-frame  
playback mode (A 78), tap the  
bottom tab to display the setting  
controls, and tap M.  
The retouch menu is displayed.  
Tap O.  
Retouch  
Perspective control  
Tap or drag the slider to adjust  
perspective control.  
Perspective control  
Tap I.  
Perspective control  
Tap Yes.  
A new, edited copy is created.  
To exit without saving the copy, tap No.  
Copies created with the perspective control  
function can be recognized by the q icon  
displayed in playback mode.  
Save OK?  
Yes  
No  
D More Information  
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Picture Editing  
i Filter Effects (digital filter)  
Filter effects (digital filter) can be used to apply a variety of effects to pictures. The  
available effects are Color options, Soft, Selective color, Cross screen,  
Fisheye, and Miniature effect. New copies are stored as separate files.  
1
2
3
Select a picture in full-frame  
playback mode (A 78), tap the  
bottom tab to display the setting  
controls, and tap M.  
The retouch menu is displayed.  
Tap i.  
Retouch  
Filter eects  
Tap C or D to select the type of  
the effects.  
Color options  
Type  
Description  
Modify color tones.  
Color options  
Select the option from o  
(vivid color), p (black-and  
white), q (sepia), or r  
(cyanotype), and tap I.  
Color  
options  
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Picture Editing  
Type  
Description  
Give the picture a soft look by  
blurring the area surrounding  
the point that is tapped.  
Soft  
Tap the monitor, select the  
degree of effects, and tap  
I.  
Soft  
Keep one specified color in the picture, and change the other colors to  
black and white.  
Selective  
color  
Tap the color slider displayed on the screen to select the color to  
keep, and tap I.  
Produce star-like rays of light that radiate outward from bright objects  
such as sunlight reflections or city lights. This effect is suitable for night  
scenes.  
Cross  
screen  
Confirm the degree of enhancement, and tap I.  
Make a picture look as if it were taken with a fisheye lens. This effect is  
well-suited for pictures taken in macro mode.  
Fisheye  
Confirm the degree of enhancement, and tap I.  
Make a picture look like a miniature scene taken in macro mode. This  
effect is well-suited for pictures taken from a high vantage point with  
the main subject at the center of the picture.  
Miniature  
effect  
Confirm the degree of enhancement, and tap I.  
A confirmation screen for saving the edited copy is displayed.  
Tap J to return to the retouch menu without making any changes.  
4
Tap Yes in the confirmation dialog.  
A new, edited copy is created.  
Save OK?  
To exit without saving the copy, tap No.  
Copies created using the filter effects function  
can be recognized by the i icon displayed in  
playback mode.  
No  
Yes  
D More Information  
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Picture Editing  
j Glamour Retouch  
Glamour retouch can be used to soften the skin tone of faces detected in a picture  
and make the faces look smaller with larger eyes. New copies are stored as  
separate files.  
1
2
3
4
Select a picture in full-frame  
playback mode (A 78), tap the  
bottom tab to display the setting  
controls, and tap M.  
The retouch menu is displayed.  
Tap j.  
Retouch  
Glamour retouch  
Tap e (skin softening) or k (both).  
e: Soften facial skin tones  
Glamour retouch  
k: Soften facial skin tones, make faces look  
smaller, and make eyes look larger.  
The preview screen is displayed.  
Preview the result of the effects.  
Preview  
Skin tones in up to 12 faces, in the order of  
that closest to the center of the frame, are  
softened.  
Tap Before or After to view the picture with  
or without the effects.  
Before  
After  
If more than one face was softened, tap M or  
N to display a different face.  
To change the effects, tap J to return to step 3.  
Tap I to display the confirmation dialog for saving the new copy.  
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Tap Yes.  
A new, edited copy is created.  
To exit without saving the copy, tap No.  
Save OK?  
Copies created using the glamour retouch  
function can be recognized by the j icon  
displayed in playback mode.  
Yes  
No  
B Notes on Glamour Retouch  
The glamour retouch function cannot be performed when no face is detected in the picture.  
The glamour retouch function may not perform as expected depending on the direction in which  
the faces are looking or the brightness of the faces in the picture.  
D More Information  
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g Small Picture: Making Smaller Pictures  
Create a small copy of the current picture. This feature is useful for creating copies  
for display on Web pages or e-mail attachments.  
The size of the small copy for pictures taken at an image mode setting of p  
3968×2232 is h (1920 × 1080). For pictures taken at other sizes, the options of  
l 640×480, m 320×240, and n 160×120 are available.  
Small copies are saved as separate files with a compression ratio of 1:16.  
1
2
3
4
Select a picture in full-frame  
playback mode (A 78), tap the  
bottom tab to display the setting  
controls, and tap M.  
The retouch menu is displayed.  
Tap g.  
Retouch  
Small picture  
Tap the desired small copy size icon  
and tap I.  
Small picture  
×
320 240  
Small picture size cannot be selected for  
pictures taken at an image mode setting of p  
3968×2232. Tap I.  
Tap Yes.  
A new, small copy is created.  
To exit without saving the copy, tap No.  
The copy is displayed with a gray frame.  
Create small picture file?  
No  
Yes  
D More Information  
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Picture Editing  
o Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy  
Create a copy containing only the portion visible in the monitor when G is displayed  
with playback zoom (A 81) enabled. Cropped copies are stored as separate files.  
1
Enlarge the desired picture in full-frame playback mode (A 78, 81).  
Portrait-oriented (“tall”) pictures taken at an image mode setting of p 3968×2232 must  
be rotated into landscape orientation and enlarged before they can be cropped (A 106).  
If portrait-oriented (“tall”) pictures taken at an image mode setting other than p  
3968×2232 are enlarged and cropped in portrait orientation, the cropped images will  
be in landscape orientation. To create a portrait-oriented (“tall”) cropped copy, rotate the  
picture into landscape orientation (A 106), before enlarging and cropping.  
2
Refine copy composition.  
Tap n or o to adjust the zoom ratio.  
Drag the picture so that only the portion to be  
cropped is visible in the monitor.  
×
2.0  
3
4
Tap G.  
When G is not displayed, adjust the zoom  
ratio so that G is displayed.  
Pictures taken at an image mode setting of p  
3968×2232 can be cropped when the zoom  
ratio is 2.0× or less.  
Portrait-oriented (“tall”) pictures taken at image  
×
2.0  
mode settings other than p 3968×2232  
cannot be cropped if the zoom ratio is too low.  
Tap Yes.  
A cropped copy is created.  
To exit without saving the copy, tap No.  
Save this image as  
displayed?  
Copies created using the crop function can be  
recognized by the icon displayed in  
a
playback mode.  
Yes  
No  
C Image Size  
When pictures taken at an image mode setting of p 3968×2232 are cropped, the size of the  
cropped copies is h (1920 × 1080 pixels) and the aspect ratio is 16:9.  
When pictures taken at image mode settings other than p 3968×2232 are cropped, the aspect  
ratio of the cropped copies is 4:3. As the area to be saved is reduced, the image size (pixels) of the  
cropped copy is also reduced.  
When the size of the cropped copy is 320 × 240 or 160 × 120, a gray frame is displayed around the  
picture, and the small picture icon m is displayed on the top of the screen in full-frame playback mode.  
D More Information  
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Movie Recording and Playback  
Recording Movies  
Record high-definition movies with sound recorded via the built-in microphone.  
The maximum recording time for a single movie is 29 minutes, even when there  
is sufficient free space on the memory card for longer recording (A 127).  
1
2
Tap the shooting mode icon in  
shooting mode to display the  
shooting mode selection menu and  
then tap D.  
Shooting mode  
Movie  
Press the shutter-release  
button all the way down to  
start recording.  
The camera focuses on the subject at  
center of the frame.  
T
W
6s  
A progress bar shows the amount of  
recording time remaining.  
To end recording, press the shutter-release button all the way down again.  
Movie recording can also be initiated or stopped by tapping the monitor.  
Recording stops automatically when the maximum movie length that can be recorded  
has run out.  
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B Recording Movies  
Memory cards with an SD Speed Class rating of 6 or faster are recommended when recording  
movies (A 170). Movie recording may stop unexpectedly when memory cards with a lower  
Speed Class ratings are used.  
The camera focuses when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, and the focus remains  
locked while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. Focus is locked while recording.  
Digital zoom deteriorates picture quality. When recording movies, the digital zoom can magnify  
the image up to 2× the maximum optical zoom ratio.  
In some cases, movie recordings may capture the sounds of the camera, such as the sound of the  
lens movement when zooming, the vibration reduction function, or the aperture control when  
the brightness changes.  
Smear (A 168) visible in the monitor with movie recording will be recorded with movies.  
Avoiding bright objects such as the sun, reflections of the sun, and electric lights when recording  
movies is recommended.  
When recording or playing back movies, colored stripes (interference patterns or moiré) may  
appear on subjects that have a regular, repeating grid, such as pattern of weave in cloths or  
windows in a building, depending on the shooting distance or zoom ratio. This phenomenon  
occurs when the subject’s pattern interferes with the camera sensor grid, and it does not indicate  
a malfunction.  
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 while movies are being  
saved could result in loss of data or in damage to the camera or card.  
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Recording Movies  
Movie Recording Settings  
During movie recording, the settings indicated below can be made by tapping the  
tabs to display the settings controls.  
Each icon also indicates the current setting.  
Tap the icon of the desired item to display the setting screen for that item.  
To hide the setting controls, tap the tab again.  
T
T
W
W
OFF  
18s  
1
2
3
T
T
W
W
ON  
18s  
1
2
3
p Macro mode  
Enable the macro mode (A 54) for shooting.  
A Movie options  
Select the movie type (A 127).  
q Touch shooting  
Select o (default) or p to activate or deactivate the touch shutter (A 41).  
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A Movie Options  
D Shooting mode M Tap the bottom tab (A 12) M A Movie options  
Select the desired movie option to record. Larger image sizes and faster movie  
bitrates mean greater image quality and larger movie file sizes.  
Option  
Description  
Movies with an aspect ratio of 16:9 are recorded in high  
definition. This option is suited to playback on a wide screen  
TV.  
N HD 720p (1280×720)  
(default setting)  
Image size: 1280 × 720 pixels  
Movie bitrate: 9 Mbps  
Movies with an aspect ratio of 4:3 are recorded.  
y VGA (640×480)  
Image size: 640 × 480 pixels  
Movie bitrate: 3 Mbps  
Movies with an aspect ratio of 4:3 are recorded.  
z QVGA (320×240)  
Image size: 320 × 240 pixels  
Movie bitrate: 640 kbps  
The movie bitrate is the volume of movie data recorded per second. As a  
variable bitrate (VBR) system has been adopted, the movie recording rate varies  
automatically according to the subject so that more data is recorded per  
second for movies containing frequently moving subjects, thus increasing  
movie file size.  
The frame rate is approximately 30 frames per second in any options.  
C Movie Options and Maximum Movie Length  
Option  
Internal memory (approx. 79 MB)  
Memory card (4 GB)*  
55 min  
N HD 720p (1280×720)  
y VGA (640×480)  
z QVGA (320×240)  
1 min 4 s  
3 min  
2 h 40 min  
8 min 26 s  
10 h 10 min  
All figures are approximate. The maximum recording time may vary by make of memory card and  
the bitrates at which the movie was recorded.  
* The maximum recording time for a single movie is 29 minutes. The maximum movie length  
displayed during recording is 29 minutes, even when there is enough free space on the  
memory card for a longer movie.  
D More Information  
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Movie Playback  
In full-frame playback mode (A 78), movies  
are recognized by R icon. Tap R to play a  
movie.  
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To adjust the volume before playback, tap  
the bottom tab to display the setting  
controls and tap i.  
18s  
Tap the monitor during playback to display  
the control panel at the bottom of the monitor. The operations described below  
are available by tapping the icons in the panel.  
During playback  
12s  
To  
Tap  
Description  
Tap X to adjust the volume.  
Adjust  
volume  
X
Rewind  
Touch and hold O to rewind movie.  
O
P
Advance  
Touch and hold P to advance movie.  
Pause playback.  
The following operations can be performed while playback is paused.  
Rewind movie back one frame. Touch and hold U for  
continuous frame-by-frame rewind.  
U
Pause  
End  
Q
S
Advance movie forward one frame. Touch and hold V for  
continuous frame-by-frame advance.  
V
Tap R at the center of the monitor to resume playback.  
R
End playback and return to full-frame display.  
B Note on Movie Playback  
Movies recorded by a camera other than the COOLPIX S80 cannot be played back.  
C Deleting Movie Files  
See “Deleting Unwanted Pictures” for more information (A 31).  
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Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers  
Connecting to a TV  
Connect the camera to a television to play back pictures or movies on the  
television. If your TV is equipped with an HDMI port, pictures can be displayed in  
high definition when an HDMI cable (commercially available) is used to connect  
the camera to the TV.  
1
Close the slide cover to turn off the camera.  
2
Connect the camera to the TV.  
When using the supplied audio/video cable  
Connect the yellow plug to the video-in jack and the white and red plugs to the stereo  
audio-in jacks on the TV.  
Yellow White Red  
When using a commercially available HDMI cable  
Connect the plug to the HDMI jack on the TV.  
HDMI mini connector (Type C)  
to HDMI jack  
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3
4
Tune the television to the video channel.  
See the documentation provided with your television for details.  
Open the slide cover to turn on the camera.  
Pictures are displayed on the television and the camera  
monitor turns off.  
information.  
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Operations with TV Connection  
While pictures are displayed full-frame on the TV, the previous or subsequent  
picture can be viewed by dragging your finger across the camera monitor.  
Drag the picture with two fingers to scroll ahead or back ten pictures at a time.  
Thumbnail playback (A 79) and playback zoom (A 81) are possible just as with  
playback mode on the camera.  
When the first frame of a movie is displayed, the movie can be played back by  
holding your finger on the camera monitor and removing it after about one  
second.  
Tap the camera monitor to turn TV display off and display the picture in the  
camera monitor. When pictures are displayed in the camera monitor, tap the  
controls displayed to operate the camera (only during playback mode).  
Pictures will be automatically displayed on the TV in the following situations.  
-
-
-
No operations are performed for a few seconds in playback mode.  
A slide show is played back.  
A movie is played back.  
B Notes on Connecting the HDMI Cable  
HDMI cable is not provided. Use a commercially available HDMI cable to connect the camera to a  
high-definition TV. The output terminal on this camera is an HDMI mini connector (type C). When  
purchasing an HDMI cable, be sure that the device end of the cable is an HDMI mini connector.  
Image mode (A 38) settings of M 2048 × 1536 or higher and a Movie options (A 127)  
setting of N HD 720p (1280 × 720) are recommended for pictures or movies that will be played  
back on a TV via HDMI connection.  
B Connecting the Cable  
When connecting the cable, be sure that the camera connector is properly oriented. Do not use  
force when connecting the cable. When disconnecting the cable, do not pull the connector at an  
angle.  
Do not connect the HDMI cable and audio/video cable to the camera simultaneously.  
Do not connect the HDMI cable and USB cable to the camera simultaneously.  
B Video Mode  
Be sure that the camera’s video mode setting conforms to the standard used by your television.  
The video mode setting is specified from the TV settings (A 158) option in the setup menu (A 145).  
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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, 10.6.4)  
For information on the requirements for playing back high-definition movies, refer  
to “System Requirements” in the ViewNX 2 help information (A 136).  
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  
the camera is automatically charged using power supplied by the computer (A 137, 159).  
If the AC Adapter EH-62D (A 169) (available separately) is used, COOLPIX S80 can be powered  
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 or blink. 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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4
Start the ViewNX 2 image transfer feature “Nikon Transfer 2” installed  
on the computer.  
Windows 7  
When the Devices and Printers K S80 screen is displayed, click Change program  
under Import pictures and videos. Select Import File using Nikon Transfer 2 in  
the Change program dialog and click OK.  
Double-click Import File on the Devices and Printers K S80 screen.  
Windows Vista  
When the AutoPlay dialog is displayed, click Import File using Nikon Transfer 2.  
Windows XP  
When the action selection dialog is displayed, select Nikon Transfer 2 Import File,  
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, open the slide cover and close it again to 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  
The power on lamp slowly blinks orange while the battery inserted into the camera is charging (A 137).  
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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  
procedure from step 4 (A 134).  
To transfer images saved in the camera’s internal memory, the images must first be copied to a  
memory card using the camera (A 164).  
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  
Use a series of images captured in Panorama assist scene mode (A 70) to create a single  
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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Connecting to a Computer  
Charging While Connecting to a Computer  
When the Charge by computer option (A 159) in the camera’s setup menu is  
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.  
Camera to a Computer” (A 133) for more information on connecting the camera  
to a computer.  
Power-on Lamp  
The following chart explains power-on lamp status when the camera is connected  
to a computer.  
Power-on lamp  
Description  
Blinks slowly  
(orange)  
Battery charging.  
Battery not charging. Charging is complete when the power-on lamp  
stops blinking orange and glows green.  
Glows (green)  
The ambient temperature is not suited to charging. Charge the battery  
indoors with an ambient temperature of 5 °C to 35 °C (41 °F to 95 °F).  
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 (orange)  
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  
computer before the camera’s display language and date and time have been set ( 20). If the  
camera’s clock battery ( 149) 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  
Charging AC Adapter EH-68P ( 16) to charge the battery and then set the camera’s date and time.  
If the camera is turned off by opening and closing the slide cover, 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 by opening and closing the  
slide cover and then disconnect the USB cable.  
About 3 hours are required to charge a fully exhausted battery. 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  
Users of PictBridge-compatible (A 187) printers can connect the camera directly  
to the printer and print pictures without using a computer.  
Follow the procedures below to print pictures.  
Take pictures  
Select pictures for printing and number  
of copies using Print set option  
Connect to printer (A 139)  
Print pictures one at a  
Print multiple pictures (A 142)  
time (A 141)  
When printing is complete, turn 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 S80 can be powered from a  
home electrical outlet. Do not use any other AC adapters as it will cause the camera to heat up or  
malfunction.  
B Note on Printing Pictures  
When printing pictures taken at an Image mode setting of p 3968×2232 (default setting), the  
edges of pictures may be cropped, preventing printing of complete pictures.  
It may be possible to print complete pictures if settings on the printer are applied so that borders are  
printed around pictures (borderless printing not enabled).  
Refer to the documentation supplied with the printer or consult the digital photo lab for further  
details to make sure that the printer supports printing at an aspect ratio of 16:9.  
D Printing Pictures  
In addition to printing pictures 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  
pictures stored on the memory card:  
Insert a memory card into a DPOF-compatible printer’s card slot  
Take a memory card to a digital photo lab  
To print pictures using either of these methods, use your camera’s Print set option (A 102) to  
select the pictures, and the desired number of prints each, from those recorded to a memory card.  
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Connecting the Camera to a Printer  
1
Close the slide cover to turn off the camera.  
2
3
Turn on the printer.  
Check printer settings.  
Connect the camera to the printer using the supplied USB cable.  
4
The camera is automatically turned on.  
When properly connected, the PictBridge startup  
screen ( ) will be displayed in the camera monitor,  
1
followed by the print selection screen ( ).  
2
Print selection  
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2
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Connecting to a Printer  
B Notes on Connecting/Disconnecting 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.  
Open and close the slide cover to turn off the camera before disconnecting the USB cable.  
B If the PictBridge Startup Screen is not Displayed  
Turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable. Set the Charge by computer option (A 159)  
in the camera’s setup menu to Off and reconnect the cable again.  
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Connecting to a Printer  
Printing Pictures One at a Time  
After properly connecting the camera to the printer (A 139), follow the  
procedures described below to print a picture.  
1
2
3
4
5
Tap C or D to choose the desired  
picture, and tap I.  
Print selection  
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Previous or subsequent picture can also be  
viewed by tapping the scroll bar.  
Tap o to display 12 thumbnails, and n to  
switch back to full-frame playback.  
Tap Copies.  
PictBridge  
Start print  
Copies  
Paper size  
Tap the desired number of copies  
(up to nine).  
Copies  
1
4
7
2
5
8
3
6
9
Tap Paper size.  
PictBridge  
Start print  
Copies  
Paper size  
Tap the desired paper size.  
1/2  
Paper size  
Default  
Tap A or B to display additional options.  
To specify paper size using settings on the  
printer, tap Default in the paper size option.  
3.5×5 in.  
5×7 in.  
100×150 mm  
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Connecting to a Printer  
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Tap Start print.  
PictBridge  
Start print  
Copies  
Paper size  
7
Printing begins.  
Current number of copies/  
total number of copies  
Monitor display returns to the print selection  
screen shown in step 1 when printing is  
complete.  
To cancel printing before all copies have been  
printed, tap Cancel.  
Printing  
002/004  
Cancel  
Printing Multiple Pictures  
After properly connecting the camera to the printer (A 139), follow the  
procedures described below to print multiple pictures.  
1 When the print selection screen is  
Print selection  
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displayed, tap F.  
The print menu is displayed.  
2
Tap Paper size.  
Print menu  
To exit the print menu, tap J.  
Print selection  
Print all images  
DPOF printing  
Paper size  
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Connecting to a Printer  
3
4
Tap the desired paper size.  
1/2  
Paper size  
Tap A or B to display additional options.  
Default  
3.5×5 in.  
To specify paper size using settings on the  
printer, tap Default in the paper size option.  
5×7 in.  
100×150 mm  
Tap Print selection, Print all  
images or DPOF printing.  
Print menu  
Print selection  
Print all images  
DPOF printing  
Paper size  
Print selection  
Choose pictures (up to 99) and the  
number of copies (up to nine) of  
each.  
Print selection  
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×1  
×1  
×
1
1
Tap the desired pictures and tap  
A or B at the upper left in the  
monitor to specify the number of  
copies to be printed.  
×1  
×
Pictures selected for printing can  
be recognized by the check mark  
(w) and the numeral indicating the number of copies to be printed. Revert  
the number of copies to [0] to cancel the selection of the picture.  
Tap n to switch back to full-frame playback, and o to display 9 thumbnails.  
Tap n to remove print marking from all pictures.  
Tap I when setting is complete.  
When the screen shown at right is  
displayed, tap Start print to print.  
Print selection  
005 prints  
To return to the print menu, tap  
Cancel.  
Start print  
Cancel  
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Connecting to a Printer  
Print all images  
One copy each of all pictures stored  
Print all images  
in the internal memory, or on the  
memory card, is printed.  
005 prints  
When the screen shown at right is  
displayed, tap Start print to print.  
To return to the print menu, tap  
Cancel.  
Start print  
Cancel  
DPOF printing  
Print pictures for which a print order  
DPOF printing  
020 prints  
was created using the Print set  
option (A 102).  
When the screen shown at right is  
displayed, tap Start print to print.  
To return to the print menu, tap  
J.  
Start print  
View images  
To view the current print order,  
tap View images. To print  
pictures, tap I.  
View images  
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Printing begins.  
Current number of copies/  
total number of copies  
Monitor display returns to the print menu  
shown in step 2 when printing is complete.  
To cancel printing before all copies have been  
printed, tap Cancel.  
Printing  
002/004  
Cancel  
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  
The Setup Menu  
The setup menu contains the following options.  
c
d
e
Welcome screen  
Choose whether or not a welcome screen is displayed when camera is turned on.  
Date  
Set camera clock and choose home and destination time zones.  
Monitor settings  
Set the photo information displayed in playback mode, the image review settings,  
and the monitor brightness.  
f
Date imprint  
Imprint shooting date and time on pictures.  
Vibration reduction  
g
h
u
i
k
Choose whether or not vibration reduction is enabled.  
AF assist  
Enable or disable AF-assist illuminator.  
Digital zoom  
Enable or disable digital zoom.  
Sound settings  
Adjust sound and volume when operating the camera.  
Auto off  
Set time before the monitor turns off for saving power.  
l/m Format memory/Format card  
Format internal memory or memory card.  
n
H
V
Language  
Choose the language used for camera monitor display.  
TV settings  
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.  
d
Blink warning  
Specify whether or not the camera detects human faces that have blinked with  
shooting using face detection.  
p
Reset all  
Restore camera settings to default values.  
Copy  
h
r
Copy files between memory card and internal memory.  
Firmware version  
Display camera firmware version.  
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The Setup Menu  
Operating the Setup Menu  
1
2
3
Tap the bottom tab in shooting or  
playback mode.  
information.  
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W
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Tap z.  
The setup menu is displayed.  
T
W
OFF  
0.0  
Tap the desired option.  
Set up  
Tap B or C to display previous or  
subsequent page.  
Welcome  
Date  
screen  
Monitor  
settings  
Date imprint  
AF assist  
Tap J to return to the previous screen.  
Vibration  
reduction  
When I is displayed in a screen, tap I to  
apply the setting.  
To exit the setup menu, tap J or press the  
shutter-release button (when shooting).  
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The Setup Menu  
c Welcome Screen  
Tap the bottom tab (A 146) M z (Setup menu) M c 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 a picture selected for the  
welcome screen. When the Select  
Select image  
image screen is displayed, select a  
picture and tap I.  
In the Select image screen, tap n to  
switch to full-frame playback and tap  
o to switch back to 9-thumbnail  
display.  
As the selected picture is stored in the  
camera, it will be displayed when the camera is turned on even if the original  
picture is deleted.  
Copies created at a size of 320 × 240 or smaller using the crop (A 123) or small  
picture (A 122) function cannot be selected.  
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The Setup Menu  
d Date  
Tap the bottom tab (A 146) M z (Setup menu) M d Date  
Set the camera clock.  
Date  
Set camera clock to current date and time.  
Tap the items on the displayed  
screen to select the display order of  
the day, month and year, and set the  
date and time.  
Date  
MDY  
YMD  
DMY  
:
To select the item: tap the desired item.  
To edit the highlighted item: tap A or  
B.  
01  
01  
2010 00 00  
To apply the setting: tap I (A 21).  
Time zone  
Home time zone (w) can be specified and daylight saving time is enabled or  
disabled from Time zone options. When Travel Destination (x) is selected, local  
time (A 150) is automatically calculated and shooting date and time in the  
selected region are recorded with pictures. Useful when travelling.  
Selecting Travel Destination Time Zone  
1
Tap Time zone.  
Date  
:
15 11 2010 13 30  
The time zone screen is displayed.  
Date  
Time zone  
2
Tap x Travel destination.  
Time zone  
:
15 11 2010 15 30  
The date and time displayed in the monitor  
changes according to the region currently  
selected.  
London, Casablanca  
Home time  
zone  
Travel  
destination  
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