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Introduction Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations The Basics of Shooting and Playback Shooting Features Playback Features Recording and Playing Back Movies General Camera Setup Reference Section Technical Notes and Index i
Introduction Read This First Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX S6300 digital camera. Before using the camera, please read the information in “For Your Safety” (Avi) and familiarize yourself with the information provided in this manual. After reading, please keep this manual handy and refer to it to enhance your enjoyment of your new camera. Confirming the Package Contents In the event that any items are missing, please contact the store where you purchased the camera.
Read This First About This Manual Introduction If you want to start using the camera right away, see “The Basics of Shooting and Playback” (A15). To learn about the parts of the camera and basic operations, see “Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations” (A1).
Read This First Information and Precautions Life-Long Learning Introduction 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.
Read This First • 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).
For Your Safety Introduction 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.
For Your Safety • If liquid from the damaged battery comes in contact with clothing or skin, rinse immediately with plenty of water. • • • • • • Observe the following precautions when handling the Charging AC Adapter Keep dry. Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or electric shock. Dust on or near the metal parts of the plug should be removed with a dry cloth. Continued use could result in fire. Do not handle the plug or go near the Charging AC Adapter during lightning storms.
For Your Safety Introduction Use appropriate cables When connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for the purpose, to maintain compliance with product regulations. Handle moving parts with care Be careful that your fingers or other objects are not pinched by the lens cover or other moving parts. CD-ROMs The CD-ROMs included with this device should not be played back on audio CD equipment.
Notices Notices for Customers in the U.S.A. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS For connection to a supply not in the U.S.A., use an attachment plug adapter of the proper configuration for the power outlet if needed. The power supply unit is intended to be correctly orientated in a vertical or floor mount position.
Notices Introduction Notice for customers in the State of California WARNING Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. Nikon Inc., 1300 Walt Whitman Road Melville, New York 11747-3064 USA Tel: 631-547-4200 Notice for customers in Canada CAUTION This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Table of Contents Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... ii Introduction Read This First ........................................................................................................................................ ii Confirming the Package Contents ............................................................................................................. ii About This Manual......
Table of Contents Shooting Features ............................................................................................................................ 37 Introduction A (Auto) Mode ................................................................................................................................... 38 Changing A (Auto) Mode Settings ....................................................................................................... 38 Options Available in the Auto Shooting Menu.
Table of Contents Recording and Playing Back Movies.......................................................................................... 87 General Camera Setup.................................................................................................................... 93 The Setup Menu .................................................................................................................................. 94 Introduction Recording Movies ............................................
Table of Contents Introduction xiv The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) ......................................................................... E36 White Balance (Adjusting Hue) ........................................................................................................ E36 Continuous Shooting.............................................................................................................................. E38 ISO Sensitivity......................................................
Table of Contents Introduction Charge by Computer............................................................................................................................... E80 Blink Warning ............................................................................................................................................... E82 Eye-Fi Upload ...............................................................................................................................................
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Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations This chapter describes the parts of the camera and also explains how to use basic camera features. Parts of the Camera .............................................................2 The Camera Body ...............................................................................................................2 Controls Used in Shooting Mode .................................................................................
Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations Parts of the Camera The Camera Body 1 2 3 4 5 6 Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations 11 10 9 7 8 Lens cover closed 2 1 Shutter-release button....................4, 5, 30 5 Microphone (stereo)...........................79, 88 6 Flash......................................................................62 7 Lens 2 Zoom control........................................4, 5, 29 f: wide-angle .....................................4, 29 g: telephoto..
Parts of the Camera 1 17 2 3 4 16 5 Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations 6 7 8 9 10 15 14 13 12 11 1 Charge lamp....................................19, E81 Flash lamp......................................................... 62 9 Connector cover ...................................18, 81 2 b (e movie-record) button.....4, 5, 88 10 Battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover....................16, 17 3 A (shooting mode) button ................................................................
Parts of the Camera Controls Used in Shooting Mode Control Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations Main Function Shooting mode button Changes the shooting mode (displays the shooting mode selection screen). 26 Zoom control Zooms in and out; rotate to g (i) to zoom in and make the subject larger, and rotate to f (h) to zoom out and view a wider area. 29 Rotary multi selector See “Using the Rotary Multi Selector” for more information. 10, 11 d button Displays and hides the menu.
Parts of the Camera Controls Used in Playback Mode Control Name Playback button Rotary multi selector See “Using the Rotary Multi Selector” for more information. Apply selection button • Switches from image thumbnail or zoomed image display to full-frame display. • Plays back movies. • Displays individual images in a sequence when only the key picture is displayed for the sequence. • Performs scroll playback of images captured using Easy panorama.
Parts of the Camera The Monitor • The information that is displayed in the monitor during shooting and playback changes depending on the camera’s settings and state of use. By default, information is displayed when the camera is first turned on and when you operate the camera, and turns off after a few seconds (when Monitor settings (A94) ➝ Photo info is set to Auto info).
Parts of the Camera 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Shooting mode ..................................... 26, 27 Macro mode .................................................... 65 Zoom indicator...................................... 29, 65 Focus indicator .............................................. 30 AE/AF-L indicator ................................... E5 Flash mode.......................................................62 Battery level indicator................................22 Vibration reduction icon....
Parts of the Camera Playback Mode Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations 4 5 6 1 24 23 19 18 25 2 3 15/05/2012 15:30 9999. JPG 8 9 10 22 21 20 17 999/ 999 16 a b 999/ 999 9999/9999 1m 0s 1m 0s 11 14 15 1 Date of recording ......................................... 24 14 Easy panorama...............................................48 2 Time of recording......................................... 24 15 Movie options.................................................
Basic Operations Switching Between Shooting Mode and Playback Mode Shooting mode Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations The camera has two modes of operation: Shooting mode, which is used for taking pictures, and playback mode, which is used for viewing pictures. To switch to playback mode, press the c (playback) button. To switch to shooting mode, press the A (shooting mode) button.
Basic Operations Using the Rotary Multi Selector Rotate the rotary multi selector, press its upper (H), lower (I), left (J), or right side (K), or press the k button. • The rotary multi selector is sometimes referred to as “the multi selector” in this manual. In Shooting Mode Rotate to select an item.* Displays the m (flash mode) menu (A62). Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations Displays the o (exposure compensation) guide (A66). Displays the n (selftimer) menu (A64).
Basic Operations Using Menus (the d Button) If you press the d button while the shooting screen or playback screen is displayed, the menu for the current mode is displayed. Once the menu is displayed, you can change various settings. Shooting mode Playback mode 15/05/2012 15:30 0004. JPG 1140 4/ Shooting menu Tabs Image mode White balance Continuous ISO sensitivity Color options AF area mode Autofocus mode A tab: Displays the settings that can be changed for the current shooting mode (A26).
Basic Operations Switching Between Tabs Shooting menu Image mode White balance Continuous ISO sensitivity Color options AF area mode Autofocus mode Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations Press the rotary multi selector J to highlight the tab. Image mode White balance Continuous ISO sensitivity Color options AF area mode Autofocus mode Press the rotary multi selector H or I to select a tab, and press either the k button or K.
Basic Operations Attaching the Camera Strap Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations 13
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The Basics of Shooting and Playback Preparation Shooting Step 1 Turn the Camera On..............................................................................................22 Setting the Display Language, Date, and Time (First Use After Purchase).....24 Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode.......................................................................................26 Step 3 Frame a Picture .......................................................................................................
The Basics of Shooting and Playback Preparation 1 Insert the Battery 1 Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. 2 Insert the included EN-EL12 battery (rechargeable Li-ion battery). The Basics of Shooting and Playback • Use the battery to push the orange battery latch in the direction indicated by the arrow (1), and fully insert the battery (2). • When the battery is inserted correctly, the battery latch will lock the battery in place.
Preparation 1 Insert the Battery Removing the Battery Turn the camera off and be sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have turned off before opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. To eject the battery, open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover and slide the orange battery latch up in the direction indicated by the arrow (1). The battery can then be removed by hand (2). Do not pull it at an angle.
Preparation 2 Charge the Battery 1 Prepare the included Charging AC Adapter EH-69P. If a plug adapter* is included with your camera, attach the plug adapter to the plug on the Charging AC Adapter. Push the plug adapter firmly until it is securely held in place. Once the two are connected, attempting to forcibly remove the plug adapter could damage the product. The Basics of Shooting and Playback * The shape of the plug adapter varies according to the country or region in which the camera was purchased.
Preparation 2 Charge the Battery The Charge Lamp Status Description The battery is charging. Off The battery is not charging. When charging is complete, the charge lamp stops flashing green and turns off. Flashes quickly (green) • The ambient temperature is not suited to charging. Charge the battery indoors with an ambient temperature of 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F). • The USB cable or Charging AC Adapter is not properly connected, or there is a problem with the battery.
Preparation 3 Insert a Memory Card 1 Be sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor are off and open the batterychamber/memory card slot cover. • Be sure to turn off the camera before opening the cover. 2 Insert the memory card. Memory card slot • Slide the memory card in until it clicks into place. The Basics of Shooting and Playback B Inserting the Memory Card Correctly Inserting the memory card upside down or backwards could damage the camera and the memory card.
Preparation 3 Insert a Memory Card Removing Memory Cards Turn the camera off and be sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have turned off before opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. Gently push the memory card into the camera (1) to partially eject the card, and then remove the card (2). Do not pull it at an angle. B High Temperature Caution The camera, battery, and memory card may be hot immediately after using the camera. Observe caution when removing the battery or memory card.
Step 1 Turn the Camera On 1 Press the power switch to turn on the camera. • If you are turning the camera on for the first time after purchase, see “Setting the Display Language, Date, and Time” (A24). • The lens extends and the monitor turns on. 2 Check the battery level indicator and the number of exposures remaining. Battery level indicator The Basics of Shooting and Playback 29m 0s 1140 Number of exposures remaining Battery level indicator Display Description b The battery level is high.
Step 1 Turn the Camera On Turning the Camera On and Off • When the camera is turned on, the power-on lamp (green) will light and then the monitor will turn on (the power-on lamp turns off when the monitor turns on). • To turn off the camera, press the power switch. When the camera turns off, the power-on lamp and the display turn off. • To turn the camera on in playback mode, press and hold the c (playback) button. The lens will not extend.
Step 1 Turn the Camera On Setting the Display Language, Date, and Time When the camera is turned on for the first time, the language-selection screen and the date and time setting screen for the camera clock are displayed. 1 Press the multi selector H or I to select the desired language and press the k button. Language Multi selector The Basics of Shooting and Playback 2 Press H or I to select Yes and press the k button.
Step 1 Turn the Camera On 6 Press H or I to select Yes and press the k button. Date and time 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 :3 0 • When settings are finished, the lens extends and the camera switches to shooting mode. OK? Yes No Daylight Saving Time C London Casablanca Back Changing the Language Setting and the Date and Time Setting • You can change these settings using the Language and Time zone and date settings in the z setup menu (A94).
Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode 1 Press the A button. • The shooting mode selection menu, which allows you to select the desired shooting mode, is displayed. 2 Press the multi selector H or I to select a shooting mode. Auto mode • A (auto) mode is used in this example. Select A Auto mode. The Basics of Shooting and Playback 26 Multi selector 3 Press the k button. • The camera switches to A (auto) mode and the A icon is displayed.
Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode Available Shooting Modes A Auto mode A38 Used for general shooting. Settings can be adjusted in the shooting menu (A39) to suit the shooting conditions and the type of shot you want to capture. x Scene mode A41 Camera settings are optimized according to the scene that you select. When using scene auto selector, the camera automatically selects the optimum scene mode when you frame a picture, making it even easier to take pictures using settings that suit the scene.
Step 3 Frame a Picture 1 Hold the camera steady. • Keep fingers, hair, the camera strap, and other objects away from the lens, flash, AF assist-illuminator, microphone, and speaker. • When taking pictures in portrait (“tall”) orientation, turn the camera so that the flash is above the lens. The Basics of Shooting and Playback 2 • When the camera detects a human face, that face is framed by a yellow double border (focus area) (default setting). 29m 0s • Up to 12 faces can be detected.
Step 3 Frame a Picture Using the Zoom Use the zoom control to activate optical zoom. • To zoom in closer to the subject, rotate the zoom control to g (telephoto). • To zoom out and view a larger area, rotate the zoom control to f (wide-angle). When you turn the camera on, the zoom moves to the maximum wide-angle position. • A zoom indicator is displayed at the top of the monitor when the zoom control is rotated.
Step 4 Focus and Shoot 1 Press the shutter-release button halfway, i.e., press the button slightly until you feel resistance. The Basics of Shooting and Playback • When you press the shutter-release button halfway, the camera sets the focus and exposure (shutter speed and aperture value). Focus and exposure remain locked while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. • When a face is detected: The camera focuses on the face framed by the double border.
Step 4 Focus and Shoot B Note on Recording Images and Saving Movies The indicator showing the number of exposures remaining or the indicator showing the maximum movie length flashes while images are being recorded or while a movie is being saved. Do not open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover or remove the battery or memory card while an indicator is flashing. Doing this could result in loss of data, or in damage to the camera or the memory card.
Step 5 Play Back Images 1 Press the c (playback) button. • When you switch from shooting mode to playback mode, the last image saved will be displayed full-frame. 2 c (playback) button Use the multi selector to select an image to display. The Basics of Shooting and Playback • Display the previous image: H or J • Display the subsequent image: I or K • You can also scroll through images by rotating the multi selector. Display the previous image Display the next image 15/05/2012 15:30 0004.
Step 5 Play Back Images Changing How Images Are Displayed When using playback mode, you can change how images are displayed by rotating the zoom control to f (h) and g (i). Playback Zoom g (i) 15/05/2012 15:30 0004. JPG 4/ 4 f (h) Image is displayed full-frame. Displayed area guide Image is zoomed in. The Basics of Shooting and Playback • You can change the zoom ratio by rotating the zoom control to f (h) and g (i). Images can be zoomed up to 10×.
Step 6 Delete Unwanted Images 1 Press the l button to delete the image currently displayed in the monitor. 2 Press the multi selector H or I to select the desired deletion method and press the k button. The Basics of Shooting and Playback • Current image: Only the current image is deleted. • Erase selected images: Multiple images can be selected and deleted. See “Operating the Erase Selected Images Screen” (A35) for more information. • All images: All images are deleted.
Step 6 Delete Unwanted Images Operating the Erase Selected Images Screen 1 Press the multi selector J or K to select an image to be deleted, and then press H to display y. • To undo the selection, press I to remove y. • Rotate the zoom control (A2) to g (i) to switch back to full-frame playback or f (h) to display thumbnails. 2 Erase selected images Back ON/OFF Add y to all images that you want to delete and then press the k button to confirm the selection.
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Shooting Features This chapter describes the camera’s shooting modes and the features that are available when using each shooting mode. You can select shooting modes and adjust settings according to the shooting conditions and the kind of images you want capture.
Shooting Features A (Auto) Mode Used for general shooting. Settings can be adjusted in the shooting menu (A39) to suit the shooting conditions and the type of shot you want to capture. Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M A (auto) mode (A26-27) • You can change how the camera selects the area of the frame to focus on by pressing the d button, selecting the A tab, and then selecting AF area mode (A40). The default setting is Face priority. If the camera detects a face, it focuses on that face.
A (Auto) Mode Options Available in the Auto Shooting Menu When using A (auto) mode, the following settings can be changed. Select A (auto) mode M d button Shooting menu Image mode White balance Continuous ISO sensitivity Color options AF area mode Autofocus mode Option Description A White balance Allows you to adjust the color tones of the image to match what you see with your eye.
A (Auto) Mode Description A Color options Allows you to change the color tones of images at the time of shooting. The available settings are Standard color (default setting), Vivid color, Black-and-white, Sepia, and Cyanotype. E42 AF area mode Allows you to determine how the camera selects the focus area that is used for autofocus; the available settings are Face priority (default setting), Auto, Manual, and Center.
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) When one of the following scenes is selected, camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected scene. Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M x (second icon from the top*) M K M select a scene (A26-27) * The icon of the last scene selected is displayed. The default setting is x (scene auto selector).
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) Characteristics of Each Scene x Scene auto selector Shooting Features The camera simplifies shooting by automatically selecting the optimum scene mode from the list below when the shot is framed. e: Portrait, f: Landscape, h: Night portrait, g: Night landscape, i: Close-up, j: Backlighting, d: Other scenes • When the camera selects a scene mode, the shooting mode icon displayed in the shooting screen changes to that for the scene mode currently enabled.
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) d Sports Use this mode when shooting sporting events. The camera captures a series of still images that allow you to clearly see detailed movements in a moving subject. • The camera focuses on the area in the center of the frame. • Press and hold the shutter-release button all the way to capture images continuously. Up to 6 images are captured continuously at a rate of about 1.9 fps (when image mode is set to P).
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) f Party/indoor Suitable for taking pictures at parties. Captures the effects of candlelight and other indoor background lighting. • The camera focuses on the area in the center of the frame. • To avoid the effects of camera shake, hold the camera steady when shooting in dark surroundings. Set Vibration reduction to Off in the setup menu (A94) when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting.
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) j Night landscape Shooting Features Captures the atmosphere of night landscapes. From the screen displayed after the j Night landscape scene mode is selected, select Hand-held or Tripod. • Hand-held (default setting): Select this option to produce shots with reduced blurring and noise even when the camera is hand-held. - The Y icon is displayed in the shooting screen.
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) u Food Use this mode when taking pictures of food. • Macro mode (A65) is enabled and the camera automatically zooms to the closest position at which it can focus. Shooting Features • You can adjust hue by pressing the multi selector H and I. The hue setting is saved in the camera’s memory even after the camera is turned off. • You can move the focus area. To move the focus area, press the k button, and then rotate the multi selector or press H, 29m 0s I, J, or K.
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) n Black and white copy Provides clear images of text or drawings on a whiteboard or in print. • The camera focuses on the area in the center of the frame. • Use together with macro mode (A65) when shooting subjects that are close to the camera. o Backlighting Shooting Features Use when light is coming from behind the subject, throwing features or details into shadow.
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) V Easy panorama Shooting Features Allows you to take a panorama picture viewable on the camera simply by moving the camera in the desired direction. • From the screen displayed after the V Easy panorama scene mode is selected, select the shooting range from Normal (180°) or Wide (360°). • Press the shutter-release button all the way down, remove your finger from the button, and then slowly pan the camera horizontally.
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) O Pet portrait Shooting Features Use this mode when taking pictures of dogs or cats. When the camera detects the face of a dog or cat, the camera focuses on that face. Once the camera has focused, by default it automatically releases the shutter (pet portrait auto release). • From the screen displayed after the O Pet portrait scene mode is selected, select Single or Continuous. - Single: Images are captured one at a time.
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) s 3D photography Shooting Features Use this mode for taking 3D pictures viewable in three dimensions on a 3D-compatible TV or monitor. The camera captures one image for each eye to simulate a three-dimensional image. Images captured in this mode are saved at an image size of n (1920 × 1080). • After taking the first picture by pressing the shutter-release button, move the camera horizontally to the right so that the subject is aligned with the guide on the monitor.
Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting) Effects can be applied to images during shooting. Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M D (third icon from the top*) M K M select an effect (A26-27) * The icon of the last effect selected is displayed. The default setting is D (soft). The following six effects are available. Selective color Category Description Softens the image by adding a slight blur to the entire image.
Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting) Changing Special Effects Mode Settings • Features that can be set using the multi selector (A61): Flash mode (A62), self-timer (A64), macro mode (A65), and exposure compensation (A66) • Features that can be set by pressing the d button: Image mode, which is the combination of image size and image quality (A69).
Smart Portrait Mode (Capturing Images of Smiling Faces) When the camera detects a smiling face, you can take a picture automatically without pressing the shutter-release button (smile timer). You can use the skin softening option to smooth the skin tones of human faces. Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M F Smart portrait mode (A26-27) 1 Without pressing the shutter-release button, frame the picture and wait for the subject to smile.
Smart Portrait Mode (Capturing Images of Smiling Faces) B Notes About Smart Portrait Mode • Digital zoom cannot be used. • Under some shooting conditions, the camera may be unable to detect faces or detect smiles. • See “Notes About Face Detection” (A74) for more information.
Smart Portrait Mode (Capturing Images of Smiling Faces) Changing Smart Portrait Mode Settings • Features that can be set using the multi selector (A61): Flash mode (A62), self-timer (A64), and exposure compensation (A66) • Features that can be set by pressing the d button: Options available in the smart portrait menu (A56). Shooting Features C Camera Settings That Cannot Be Applied Simultaneously Some settings cannot be used with other functions (A71).
Smart Portrait Mode (Capturing Images of Smiling Faces) Options Available in the Smart Portrait Menu When using F smart portrait mode, the following settings can be changed. Select smart portrait mode M d button Smart portrait Image mode Skin softening Smile timer Blink proof Option A Shooting Features Image mode 69 Skin softening Allows you to set the skin softening effect. The camera softens skin tones by applying the skin softening function before saving images.
Subject Tracking Mode (Focusing on a Moving Subject) Use this mode to focus on a subject that is moving when taking pictures. Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M s Subject tracking mode (A26-27) When you register a subject, subject tracking begins and the focus area automatically follows the subject. 1 Register a subject.
Subject Tracking Mode (Focusing on a Moving Subject) B Notes About Subject Tracking Mode • Adjust zoom position, flash mode, exposure compensation, and menu settings prior to registering the subject. • Subject tracking may not be possible in certain shooting conditions. • Digital zoom cannot be used.
Subject Tracking Mode (Focusing on a Moving Subject) Changing Subject Tracking Mode Settings • Features that can be set using the multi selector (A61): Flash mode (A62), exposure compensation (A66) • Features that can be set by pressing the d button: Options available in the subject tracking menu (A59). Options Available in the Subject Tracking Menu When using s subject tracking mode, the following settings can be changed.
Subject Tracking Mode (Focusing on a Moving Subject) B Notes About Face Priority Tracking • Only one subject can be tracked. If the camera detects multiple faces at the same time, the face closest to the center of the frame is tracked. • When the frame includes more than one face, the face detected by the camera and registered as the subject to be tracked depends upon a variety of factors, including the direction in which the faces are looking.
Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector When shooting, the multi selector H (X), I (p), J (n), and K (o) can be used to set the following features.
Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Using the Flash (Flash Modes) You can set the flash mode to match the shooting conditions. 1 Press the multi selector H (m flash mode). 2 Use the multi selector to select the desired mode and press the k button. Shooting Features • See “Available Flash Modes” (A63) for more information. • If a setting is not applied by pressing the k button within a few seconds, the selection will be canceled.
Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Available Flash Modes U Auto The flash fires automatically when lighting is dim. V Auto with red-eye reduction Reduce red-eye in portraits caused by the flash. W Off The flash will not fire. We recommend using a tripod to stabilize the camera when shooting in dark surroundings. X Fill flash The flash fires whenever a picture is taken. Use to “fill-in” (illuminate) shadows and backlit subjects.
Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Using the Self-timer The camera is equipped with a self-timer that releases the shutter ten seconds or two seconds after you press the shutter-release button. The self-timer is useful when you want to be in the picture you are taking, and when you want to avoid the effects of camera shake that occur when you press the shutter-release button. When using the self-timer, use of a tripod is recommended.
Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Using Macro Mode When using macro mode, the camera can focus on objects as close as 10 cm (4 in.) from the front of the lens. This feature is useful when taking close-up pictures of flowers and other small subjects. 1 Press the multi selector I (p macro mode). 2 Use the multi selector to select ON and press the k button. Macro mode 3 Use the zoom control to set the zoom ratio to a position where F and the zoom indicator glow green.
Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation) By adjusting exposure compensation when taking pictures, you can adjust overall image brightness. 1 Press the multi selector K (o exposure compensation). 2 Use the multi selector to select a compensation value. Shooting Features • To make the image brighter, apply positive (+) exposure compensation. • To make the image darker, apply negative (–) exposure compensation. 3 0.
Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Default Settings Default settings for each shooting mode are described below. • Information about scene modes can be found on the next page. Flash (A62) Self-timer (A64) Macro (A65) Exposure compensation (A66) A (auto) U Off Off 0.0 D (special effects) W Off Off 0.0 F (smart portrait) U1 Off2 Off3 0.0 Off3 Off3 0.0 s (subject tracking) U 1 Cannot be used when Blink proof is set to On. Can be set when Smile timer is set to Off.
Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Default settings for scene modes are described below. Flash (A62) Self-timer (A64) Macro (A65) Exposure compensation (A66) Shooting Features x (A42) U1 Off Off2 0.0 b (A42) V Off Off2 0.0 c (A42) W2 Off Off2 0.0 d (A43) W2 Off2 Off2 0.0 e (A43) V3 Off Off2 0.0 f (A44) V4 Off Off2 0.0 Z (A44) U Off Off2 0.0 z (A44) U Off Off2 0.0 h (A44) W2 Off Off2 0.0 i (A44) W2 Off Off2 0.0 j (A45) W2 Off Off2 0.
Changing the Image Size (Image Mode) Enter shooting mode M d button M Image mode You can use the Image mode setting in the shooting menu to select the combination of image size and compression ratio that is used when saving images. Select the image mode best suited to the manner in which images will be used and the capacity of the internal memory or memory card. The higher the image mode setting, the larger the size at which it can be printed, but the number of images that can be saved is reduced.
Changing the Image Size (Image Mode) C Number of Images That Can Be Saved The following table lists the approximate number of images that can be saved in the internal memory and on a 4 GB memory card. Note that due to JPEG compression, the number of images that can be saved varies greatly depending on the composition of the image. In addition, this number may vary depending on the make of the memory card, even when the memory cards have the same specified capacity. Image mode Print size2 (cm/in.
Features That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously Some shooting settings cannot be used with other functions. Restricted function Option Description When a setting other than Single is selected, the flash cannot be used. Blink proof (A56) When Blink proof is set to On, the flash cannot be used. Smile timer (A56) When Smile timer is used for shooting, the self-timer cannot be used.
Features That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously Restricted function Option Description Continuous (A39) When a setting other than Single or BSS is selected, Motion detection is disabled. ISO sensitivity (A39) When the ISO sensitivity is set to any setting other than Auto, Motion detection is disabled. Blink warning Continuous (A39) When a setting other than Single is selected, Blink warning is disabled. Digital zoom Continuous (A39) When Multi-shot 16 is selected, digital zoom cannot be used.
Using Face Detection In the following shooting modes, the camera uses face detection to automatically focus on human faces. If the camera detects more than one face, a double border is displayed around the face that the camera will focus on, and single borders are displayed around the other faces. Shooting mode When AF area mode (A40) in A (auto) mode is set to Face priority.
Using Face Detection B Notes About Face Detection • The camera’s ability to detect faces depends on a variety of factors, including whether or not the subject is facing the camera.
Using Skin Softening When the shutter is released when using one of the following shooting modes, the camera detects one or more human faces (up to three), and processes the image to soften facial skin tones before saving the image. • Scene auto selector (A42), Portrait (A42), or Night portrait (A43) scene mode is selected. • Smart portrait mode (A53) Skin softening can also be applied to saved images (A79).
Focus Lock You can use focus lock to focus on off-center subjects when center is selected for AF area mode. The following procedure describes how to use focus lock when using A (auto) mode with AF area mode (A40) set to Center. 1 Position the subject in the center of the frame. 29m 0s 1140 2 Shooting Features Press the shutter-release button halfway. • Confirm that the focus area glows green. • Focus and exposure are locked. 3 1/250 F 3.2 1/250 F 3.
Playback Features This chapter describes how to select certain types of images for playback as well as some of the features available when playing back images. 15/05/2012 15:30 0004. JPG Auto sort 4/ 4 4/ 4 Quick retouch D-Lighting Skin softening Filter effects Print order Slide show Protect Playback Features Auto sort 15/05/2012 15:30 0004.
Playback Features Selecting Certain Types of Images for Playback You can change the playback mode according to the type of images you want to view. Available Playback Modes c Play A32 All images are played back. When you switch from shooting mode to playback mode, this mode is selected. E7 h Favorite pictures Play back images added to an album. You must add images to an album before you can select this mode (A80).
Features Available in Playback Mode (Playback Menu) When viewing images in full-frame playback mode or thumbnail playback mode, you can configure the menu operations listed below by pressing the d button. When using favorite pictures (h), auto sort (F), or list by date (C) mode, the menu for the current playback mode is displayed. Option Description A Allows you to create retouched copies in which contrast and saturation have been enhanced.
Features Available in Playback Mode (Playback Menu) Description A C Sequence display options Allows you to select whether to display only the key picture for a sequence of images captured continuously or to display the sequence as individual images. E61 N Choose key picture Allows you to change the key picture for images captured in sequence (sequence of images; A32). When making this setting, first select an image from the sequence you want to change before pressing the d button.
Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer You can enhance your enjoyment of images and movies by connecting the camera to a TV, computer, or printer. • Before connecting the camera to an external device, make sure the remaining battery level is sufficient and turn the camera off. For information about the connection methods and subsequent operations, refer to the documentation included with the device in addition to this document.
Using ViewNX 2 ViewNX 2 is an all-in-one software package which enables you to transfer, view, edit and share images. Install ViewNX 2 using the included ViewNX 2 Installer CD-ROM. Your Imaging Toolbox ViewNX 2™ Installing ViewNX 2 • An Internet connection is required.
Using ViewNX 2 2 Select a language in the language selection dialog to open the installation window. • If the desired language is not available, click Region Selection to choose a different region and then choose the desired language (the Region Selection button is not available in the European release). • Click Next to display the installation window. 3 Start the installer.
Using ViewNX 2 Transferring Images to the Computer 1 Choose how images will be copied to the computer. Choose one of the following methods: • Direct USB connection: Turn the camera off and ensure that the memory card is inserted in the camera. Connect the camera to the computer using the supplied USB Cable UC-E6. The camera automatically turns on. To transfer images that are saved in the camera’s internal memory, remove the memory card from the camera before connecting it to the computer.
Using ViewNX 2 2 Transfer images to the computer. • Confirm that the name of the connected camera or removable disk is displayed as the “Source” on the “Options” title bar of Nikon Transfer 2 (1). • Click Start Transfer (2). 1 S6300 2 • At default settings, all the images on the memory card will be copied to the computer. 3 Terminate the connection. Viewing Images Start ViewNX 2. Playback Features • If the camera is connected to the computer, turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable.
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Recording and Playing Back Movies You can record movies by simply pressing the b (e movie-record) button. 29m 0s 1140 14m30s In playback mode, press the k button to play a movie. 10s 4s Recording and Playing Back Movies 15/05/2012 15:30 0010.
Recording and Playing Back Movies Recording Movies You can record movies by simply pressing the b (e movie-record) button. The settings made for still images, such as hue and white balance, are applied when recording movies. 1 Display the shooting screen. Movie option • The icon for the selected movie option is displayed. The default setting is d HD 1080pP (1920×1080) (A91). * The remaining recording time shown in the illustrations in this manual is for example purposes only.
Recording Movies B Notes About Movie Recording • Memory cards with an SD Speed Class rating of 6 or faster are recommended when recording movies (A21). Movie recording may stop unexpectedly when memory cards with a lower Speed Class rating are used. • There may be some degradation in image quality when digital zoom is used. When recording movies, the digital zoom can magnify the image up to 4× the maximum optical zoom ratio. • When recording ends, digital zoom turns off.
Recording Movies C Movie Options and Maximum Movie Length Movie options (A91) Internal memory (approx. 25 MB) Memory card (4 GB)* d HD 1080pP (1920×1080) (default setting) 11 s 35 min e HD 1080p (1920×1080) 14 s 40 min f HD 720p (1280×720) 25 s 50 min p iFrame 540 (960×540) 7s 20 min 56 s 2 h 30 min g VGA (640×480) All figures are approximate. The maximum movie length may vary depending on the make of the memory card, even among memory cards of the same capacity.
Recording Movies Changing Movie Recording Settings (the Movie Menu) Enter shooting mode M d button M D tab (A11) The following settings can be changed. Movie Movie options Open with HS footage Autofocus mode Wind noise reduction A Movie options E62 Open with HS footage When you select an HS movie option in Movie options, choose from On (default setting) or Off to determine whether or not the camera records HS movies when movie recording starts.
Playing Back Movies Press the c button to enter playback mode. Movies are indicated by the movie options icon (A91). Press the k button to play back movies. 15/05/2012 15:30 0010. MOV Movie options 10s Functions Available During Playback Rotate the multi selector to advance or rewind the movie. Playback controls are displayed at the top of the monitor. Press the multi selector J or K to select a control. The operations described below are available.
General Camera Setup This chapter describes the various settings that can be adjusted in the z setup menu. Set up 1140 • See “Using Menus (the d Button)” (A11) for information about using the camera’s menus. • For further details about each setting, refer to “The Setup Menu” in the Reference Section (E65).
General Camera Setup The Setup Menu Press the d button M z (setup) tab (A11) The following settings can be changed in the setup menu by selecting the z tab. Welcome screen Time zone and date Monitor settings Print date Vibration reduction Motion detection AF assist Description A Welcome screen Allows you to select the image displayed as the welcome screen when the camera is turned on. Select COOLPIX to display the COOLPIX logo.
The Setup Menu A Print date E71 Vibration reduction Allows you to reduce blurring caused by camera shake when shooting. The default setting is On. • When using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting, set this feature to Off to prevent this feature from malfunctioning. E72 Motion detection When set to Auto (default setting), if the camera detects camera shake or subject movement at the time of shooting, it automatically increases ISO sensitivity and shutter speed to reduce blurring.
The Setup Menu Option General Camera Setup 96 Description A Format memory/ Format card Allows you to format the internal memory (only when a memory card is not inserted) or the memory card (when a memory card is inserted). • All data stored in the internal memory or on the E77 memory card is deleted during formatting and cannot be restored. Be sure to save important images by transferring them to a computer before formatting. Language Allows you to change the camera’s display language.
E Reference Section The Reference Section provides detailed information and hints about using the camera. Shooting Using Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playback).............................................. E2 Using 3D Photography ............................................................................................. E5 Playback Favorite Pictures Mode............................................................................................. E7 Auto Sort Mode........................................
Reference Section Using Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playback) Shooting with Easy Panorama Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M x (second icon from the top*) M K M V (easy panorama) * The icon of the last scene selected is displayed. The default setting is x (scene auto selector). 1 Choose Normal (180°) or Wide (360°) as the shooting range and press the k button.
Using Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playback) 4 Move the camera slowly and straight in one of the four directions, and begin shooting. • When the camera detects which direction it is moving in, shooting begins. • A guide indicating the current shooting position is displayed. • When the shooting position guide reaches the edge, shooting ends.
Using Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playback) Viewing Images Captured with Easy Panorama Switch to playback mode (A32), display an image captured using easy panorama in full-frame playback mode, and then press the k button to display the short edge of the image using the entire monitor and automatically move (scroll) the displayed area. 15/05/2012 15:30 0004. JPG 4/ 4 • The image scrolls in the direction that was used when shooting. • Rotate the multi selector to advance or rewind.
Using 3D Photography The camera captures one image for each eye to simulate a three-dimensional image on a 3D-compatible TV or monitor. Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M x (second icon from the top*) M K M s (3D photography) * The icon of the last scene selected is displayed. The default setting is x (scene auto selector). 1 Frame the subject. • The focus area can be moved from the center of the frame to a different position.
Using 3D Photography B Notes About 3D Photography • Moving subjects are not suited to 3D photography. We recommend shooting still subjects. • Images have a less pronounced 3D feel as the distance between the camera and background is increased. • Images may have a less pronounced 3D feel when the subject is dark or when the second image is not aligned precisely. • Be careful of camera shake when shooting with a high zoom ratio.
Favorite Pictures Mode After shooting, you can add your favorite still images to albums; there are nine albums available. After you add images to an album, you can use favorite picture mode to view those images easily. • By creating albums for certain subjects or events, you can find your favorite images easily. • The same image can be added to multiple albums. • Up to 200 images can be added to each album.
Favorite Pictures Mode Playing Back Images in Albums Press the c button (playback mode) M c button M h Favorite pictures Use the multi selector to select an album and then Favorite pictures press the k button to play back the images that have been added to the selected album. • The following operations are available from the album selection screen. Choose icon - d button: Changes the album icon (E9). - l button: Deletes all images in the selected album.
Favorite Pictures Mode Changing the Favorites Album Icon Press the c button (playback mode) M c button M h Favorite pictures 1 2 Use the multi selector to select an album and press the d button. Press J or K to select an icon color and press the k button. Choose icon Back 3 Press H, I, J, or K to select an icon and press the k button. Choose icon • The icon changes and the monitor display returns to the list of albums screen.
Auto Sort Mode Images are automatically sorted into categories, such as portraits, landscapes, and movies. Press the c button (playback mode) M c button M F Auto sort Use the multi selector to select a category and then Portraits press the k button to play back the images in the selected category. • The following operation is available while the category selection screen is displayed. - l button: Deletes all images in the selected Other scenes category.
Auto Sort Mode B Notes About Auto Sort Mode • Up to 999 images and movie files can be sorted to each category in auto sort mode. If 999 images or movies have already been sorted to a specific category, new images and movies cannot be sorted to that category nor can they be displayed in auto sort mode. You can play back images and movies that could not be sorted to a category by using normal playback mode (A32) or list by date mode (E12).
List by Date Mode Press the c button (playback mode) M c button M h List by date Use the multi selector to select a date and then press List by date the k button to play back the images captured on the 20/05/2012 3 selected date. 2 15/05/2012 • The first image that was captured on the selected 10/05/2012 1 date is displayed. 10 05/05/2012 • The following operations are available while the shooting date selection screen is displayed.
Viewing and Deleting Images Captured Continuously (Sequence) Viewing Images in a Sequence Each series of images captured using the following settings is saved in a sequence.
Viewing and Deleting Images Captured Continuously (Sequence) B Sequence Display Options • Select Sequence display options (E61) in the playback menu to set all sequences to be displayed using their key pictures or to display them as individual images. • Images captured continuously with cameras other than the COOLPIX S6300 cannot be displayed as a sequence. C Changing Key Picture in Sequence A sequence’s key picture can be changed using Choose key picture (E61) in the playback menu.
Viewing and Deleting Images Captured Continuously (Sequence) Deleting Images in a Sequence Reference Section If Sequence display options (E61) in the playback menu is set to Key picture only, images to be deleted vary as described below. To display the screen for selecting the deletion method, press the l button. • If only key pictures are displayed for sequences when the l button is pressed: - Current image: When a key picture is selected, all images in that sequence are deleted.
Editing Still Images Editing Features Use the COOLPIX S6300 to edit images in-camera and save them as separate files (E90). The editing functions described below are available. Editing function Description Quick retouch (E18) Easily create retouched copies in which contrast and saturation have been enhanced. D-Lighting (E18) Create a copy of the current image with enhanced brightness and contrast, brightening dark portions of the image. Skin softening (E19) Make facial skin tones softer.
Editing Still Images C Restrictions on Image Editing When an edited copy is further modified with another editing function, check the following restrictions. Editing function used Editing functions to use Quick retouch D-Lighting Filter effects The skin softening, small picture, or crop function can be used. The quick retouch, D-Lighting, and filter effects functions cannot be used together. Skin softening The quick retouch, D-Lighting, filter effects, small picture, or crop function can be used.
Editing Still Images k Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and Saturation Press the c button (playback mode) M select an image M d button M k Quick retouch Press the multi selector H or I to select the amount of effect applied and press the k button. Quick retouch • The original version is displayed on the left and the edited version is displayed on the right. • To exit without saving the copy, press J.
Editing Still Images e Skin Softening: Softening Skin Tones Press the c button (playback mode) M select an image M d button M e Skin softening 1 Press the multi selector H or I to select the degree of softening and press the k button. Skin softening • The confirmation dialog is displayed with the face to which skin softening was applied enlarged at the center of the monitor. • To exit without saving the copy, press J. 2 Check the preview of the copy.
Editing Still Images p Filter Effects: Applying Digital Filter Effects Press the c button (playback mode) M select an image M d button M p Filter effects Type Description Reference Section Soft Soften the image by adding a slight blur around the center of the image. In images captured with face priority (A73) or pet detection (A49) selected, areas around faces will be blurred. Selective color Keep one specified color in the image, and change the other colors to black and white.
Editing Still Images 3 Confirm the effect and press the k button. Preview • A new, edited copy is created. • To exit without saving the copy, press J. Save Back • Copies created using the filter effects function are indicated by the c icon displayed during playback. 15/05/2012 15:30 0004.
Editing Still Images a Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy Create a copy containing only the portion visible in the monitor when u is displayed with playback zoom (A33) enabled. Cropped copies are saved as separate files. 1 2 Enlarge the picture for cropping (A33). Refine copy composition. • Rotate the zoom control to g (i) or f (h) to adjust the zoom ratio. • Press the multi selector H, I, J, or K to scroll the image so that only the portion to be copied is visible in the monitor.
Connecting the Camera to a TV (Viewing Images on a TV) Connect the camera to a TV to play back images or movies on the TV. If your TV is equipped with an HDMI jack, a commercially available HDMI cable can be used to connect the camera to the TV. 1 Turn off the camera. 2 Connect the camera to the TV. When using the included audio/video cable Connect the yellow plug to the video-in jack and the white and red plugs to the audio-in jacks on the TV.
Connecting the Camera to a TV (Viewing Images on a TV) 3 Set the TV’s input to external video input. • See the documentation provided with your TV for details. 4 Hold down the c button to turn on the camera. • The camera enters playback mode and images are displayed on the TV. • While connected to the TV, the camera monitor will remain off. B Notes About Connecting the HDMI Cable Reference Section An HDMI cable is not included.
Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) Users of PictBridge-compatible (F16) printers can connect the camera directly to the printer and print images without using a computer. Follow the procedures below to print images.
Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) Connecting the Camera to a Printer 1 Turn off the camera. 2 Turn on the printer. • Check printer settings. 3 Connect the camera to the printer using the included USB cable. • Be sure that plugs are properly oriented. Do not attempt to insert plugs at an angle, and do not use force when connecting or disconnecting the plugs. Reference Section 4 The camera is automatically turned on.
Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) Printing Individual Images After properly connecting the camera to the printer (E26), follow the procedures described below to print an image. 1 Use the multi selector to select the desired image and press the k button. Print selection 15/05 2012 • Rotate the zoom control to f (h) to display 12 thumbnails, and g (i) to switch back to full-frame playback. 2 Select Copies and press the k button. NO.
Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) 6 Select Start print and press the k button. PictBridge 0 0 4 prints Start print Copies Paper size 7 Printing begins. • 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, press the k button.
Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) 4 Select Print selection, Print all images, or DPOF printing and press the k button. Print menu Print selection Print all images DPOF printing Paper size Print selection Start print Cancel Reference Section Select images (up to 99) and the number of Print selection 10 copies (up to nine) of each. • Rotate the multi selector, or press J or K to 1 1 3 select images, and press H or I to specify the number of copies to be printed.
Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) DPOF printing Print images for which a print order was created using the Print order option (E49). • When the screen shown on the right is displayed, select Start print and press the k button to start printing. Select Cancel and press the k button to return to the print menu. • To view the current print order, select View images and press the k button. To print images, press the k button again.
Recording Movies in Slow Motion and Fast Motion (HS Movie) HS (high speed) movies can be recorded. The portions of the movie recorded using HS movie can be played back in slow motion at 1/4 or 1/2 of normal playback speed, or played back in fast motion at a speed two times faster than normal speed. While recording movies, the camera can be switched from normal speed movie recording to slow motion or fast motion movie recording. • See “HS Movie” (E33) for more information.
Recording Movies in Slow Motion and Fast Motion (HS Movie) 4 Press the b (e movie-record) button to start recording. HS movie options Reference Section • Movie recording begins after the monitor briefly turns off. • The camera focuses at the center of the frame. Focus areas are not displayed during recording. • Movie recording starts in HS mode when the Open 5s with HS footage checkbox in the movie menu is When recording HS movies checked.
Recording Movies in Slow Motion and Fast Motion (HS Movie) B Notes About HS Movie • Sound is not recorded. • Zoom position, focus, exposure, and white balance are locked when the b (e movie-record) button is pressed to start HS movie recording. • The h HS 120 fps (640×480) setting cannot be used with Soft or Nostalgic sepia in special effects mode (A51). If you try to use both settings at the same time, only the setting made first is enabled.
Editing Movies The desired portions of a recorded movie can be saved as a separate file (except movies recorded using p iFrame 540 (960×540) (E62)). 1 Play back the desired movie and pause at the start point of the portion that is to be extracted (A92). 2 Press the multi selector J or K to choose the I control, and then press the k button. • The movie edit screen is displayed. 1m30s 3 Press H or I to choose the M control (choose start point).
Editing Movies 6 Choose Yes and press the k button. • The edited movie is saved. Save OK? Yes No Reference Section B Notes About Movie Editing • Use a sufficiently charged battery to prevent the camera from turning off during editing. When the battery level display is B, movie editing is not possible. • A movie that was created by editing cannot be trimmed again. To trim another area of the movie, select and edit the original movie.
The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) • See “Changing the Image Size (Image Mode)” (A69) for information about Image mode. White Balance (Adjusting Hue) Select A (auto) mode M d button M White balance Reference Section 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.
The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) Using Preset Manual The preset manual option is used with mixed lighting or to compensate for light sources with a strong color cast when the desired effect has not been achieved with white balance settings like Auto and Incandescent (for example, to make images shot under a lamp with a red shade look as though they had been shot under white light). Use the procedure below to measure the white balance value under the lighting used during shooting.
The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) Continuous Shooting Select A (auto) mode M d button M Continuous Change settings to continuous or BSS (Best Shot Selector). Option Description Reference Section U Single (default setting) One picture is taken each time the shutter-release button is pressed. k Continuous H While the shutter-release button is held all the way down, images are captured continuously at a rate of about 6 fps (when image mode is set to P 4608×3456).
The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) Option Description D BSS (Best Shot Selector) The “Best Shot Selector” is recommended when shooting with the flash off or the camera zoomed in, or in other situations in which inadvertent motion can result in blurred images. When BSS is on, the camera takes up to ten pictures while the shutterrelease button is held down. The sharpest image in the series is automatically selected and saved. • BSS is best suited to shooting subjects that are not moving.
The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) C Pre-shooting Cache When Pre-shooting cache is selected, shooting begins when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway for 0.5 seconds or longer, and images captured before the shutter-release button is pressed all the way are saved along with images captured after the shutter-release button is pressed all the way. Up to two images can be saved in the pre-shooting cache. The pre-shooting cache setting can be confirmed in the monitor when shooting (A6).
The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) ISO Sensitivity Select A (auto) mode M d button M ISO sensitivity When ISO sensitivity is increased, less light is needed when taking pictures. Higher ISO sensitivity allows darker subjects to be captured. Additionally, even with subjects of similar brightness, pictures can be taken at faster shutter speeds, and blurring caused by camera shake and subject movement can be reduced.
The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) Color Options Select A (auto) mode M d button M Color options Make colors more vivid or save images in monochrome. Option Description n Standard color (default setting) Use for images exhibiting natural color. o Vivid color Use to achieve a vivid, “photoprint” effect. p Black-and-white Save images in black-and-white. q Sepia Save images in sepia tones. r Cyanotype Save images in cyan-blue monochrome.
The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) AF Area Mode Select A (auto) mode M d button M AF area mode Use this option to determine how the camera selects the focus area for autofocus. Option Description w Auto The camera has nine focus areas, and automatically selects the focus areas containing the subject closest to the camera. Press the shutter-release button halfway to activate the focus area.
The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) Option Description The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame. The focus area is always displayed in the center of the screen. y Center 29m 0s 1140 Focus area Reference Section B Notes About AF Area Mode • When digital zoom is in effect, focus will be on the center of the screen regardless of the AF area mode setting. • Autofocus may not perform as expected (A31).
The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) Autofocus Mode Select A (auto) mode M d button M Autofocus mode Select how the camera focuses. Option Description A Single AF (default setting) The camera focuses when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. B Full-time AF The camera focuses continuously until the shutter-release button is pressed down halfway. Use with moving subjects. The sound of lens drive movement will be heard while the camera focuses.
The Smart Portrait Menu • See “Changing the Image Size (Image Mode)” (A69) for information about Image mode. Skin Softening Select smart portrait mode M d button M Skin softening Enable skin softening. Option Description S High When the shutter is released, the camera detects one or more human faces (up to three), and processes the image to R Normal (default setting) soften facial skin tones before saving the image. You can Q Low select the amount of effect that is applied.
The Smart Portrait Menu Blink Proof Select smart portrait mode M d button M Blink proof 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. Option Description y On Enables blink warning. Flash cannot be used when On is selected. If the camera saved an image in which the subject’s eyes may have been closed, the dialog shown on the right is displayed for a few seconds.
The Subject Tracking Menu • See “Changing the Image Size (Image Mode)” (A69) for information about Image mode. Autofocus Mode Select subject tracking mode M d button M Autofocus mode Determines how the camera focuses when using subject tracking mode. Option Description A Single AF The camera focuses when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.
The Playback Menu • See “Editing Still Images” (E16) for information about image editing features. • See “Favorite Pictures Mode” (E7) for information about Favorite pictures and Remove from favorites.
The Playback Menu 3 Select whether or not to print shooting date and shooting information. Print order • Select Date and press the k button to print the Done shooting date on all images in the print order. • Select Info and press the k button to print shooting Date Info information (shutter speed and aperture value) on all images in the print order. • Select Done and press the k button to complete the print order. Images selected for printing are indicated by the w icon during playback.
The Playback Menu B Notes About Print Order • Print orders cannot be created for images captured in 3D photography scene mode. • When a print order is created in favorite pictures mode, auto sort mode, or list by date mode, the screen shown below is displayed if images other than those in the selected album, category, or shooting date have been marked for printing. - If you select Yes, print order settings for other images are not changed and only the current print order settings are changed.
The Playback Menu C Canceling Existing Print Order Select Delete print order in step 1 of “a Print Order (Creating a DPOF Print Order)” (E49) and press the k button to remove print marking from all images and cancel the print order. C Print Date Using the Print date option (E71) in the setup menu, shooting date and time can be imprinted on images at the time of shooting. Images with the date imprinted on them can be printed from printers that do not support printing of the date on images.
The Playback Menu b Slide Show Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M b Slide show Play back images, saved in the internal memory or on a memory card, one by one in an automated “slide show.” 1 Use the multi selector to select Start and press the k button. Slide show • To change the interval between images, select Frame intvl, select the desired interval time, and press the k Start button before selecting Start.
The Playback Menu d Protect Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M d Protect Protects selected images from accidental deletion. Select images to protect or cancel protection for previously protected images from the image selection screen. See “The Image Selection Screen” (E55) for more information. Note that formatting the camera’s internal memory or the memory card will permanently delete protected files (E77). Protected images are indicated by the s icon during playback (A8).
The Playback Menu The Image Selection Screen When using one of the following features, a screen like that shown on the right is displayed when selecting images.
The Playback Menu f Rotate Image Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M f Rotate image Specify the orientation in which saved images are displayed during playback. Still images can be rotated 90 degrees clockwise or 90 degrees counterclockwise. Images that were saved in portrait (“tall”) orientation can be rotated up to 180 degrees in either direction. Select an image from the image selection screen (E55).
The Playback Menu E Voice Memo Press the c button (playback mode) M select an image M d button M E Voice memo Use the camera’s microphone to record voice memos for images. • The voice memo recording screen is displayed for images that do not have a voice memo, and the voice memo playback screen is displayed for images that have a voice memo (i.e., images that display p in full-frame playback mode). Recording Voice Memos • • • • Press and hold the k button to record a voice memo (up to 20 seconds).
The Playback Menu B Notes About Voice Memos • When an image with a voice memo attached is deleted, both the image and its voice memo are deleted. • You cannot delete voice memos attached to protected images (E54). • Voice memos cannot be recorded for an image that already has a voice memo attached to it. The current voice memo must be deleted before a new voice memo can be recorded. • This camera cannot record voice memos for images captured with another make or model of digital camera.
The Playback Menu h Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory and Memory Card) Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M h Copy Copy images between the internal memory and a memory card. 1 Use the multi selector to select a destination option to which images are copied and press the k button. Copy Camera to card Card to camera • Camera to card: Copy images from internal memory to memory card. • Card to camera: Copy images from memory card to internal memory.
The Playback Menu C Notes About Copying Images in a Sequence • If you select a key picture of a sequence in Selected images when only the key picture is displayed for the sequence (E13), all images in the sequence are copied. • If you press the d button and select Current sequence after you press the k button and display images in a sequence as individual images, all images in the sequence are copied.
The Playback Menu C Sequence Display Options Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M C Sequence display options Choose the method used to display a series of images shot continuously (sequence) (E13) when viewing them in full-frame playback mode (A32) and in thumbnail playback mode (A33). Settings are applied to all sequences, and the setting is saved in the camera’s memory even if the camera is turned off.
The Movie Menu Movie Options Enter shooting mode M d button M e tab M 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. • The movie bitrate is the volume of movie data recorded per second. Variable bitrate (VBR) encoding is used to automatically adjust the bitrate depending on the subject being recorded. When recording movies of a subject with large amounts of motion, the file size increases.
The Movie Menu HS Movie Options Type h HS 120 fps (640×480) i HS 60 fps (1280×720) j HS 15 fps (1920×1080) Description 1/4-speed slow motion movies with a 4:3 aspect ratio are recorded. • Max. recording time*: 10 seconds (playback time: 40 seconds) • Movie bitrate: 2.9 Mbps 1/2-speed slow motion movies with a 16:9 aspect ratio are recorded. • Max. recording time*: 30 seconds (playback time: 1 minute) • Movie bitrate: 6.1 Mbps 2× speed fast motion movies with a 16:9 aspect ratio are recorded. • Max.
The Movie Menu Autofocus Mode Enter shooting mode M d button M e tab M Autofocus mode Select how the camera focuses in movie mode. Option Description A Single AF (default setting) Focus is locked when the b (e movie-record) button is pressed to start recording. Select this option when the distance between the camera and the subject will remain fairly consistent. B Full-time AF Camera focuses continuously.
The Setup Menu Welcome Screen Press the d button M z tab M Welcome screen Select whether or not a welcome screen is displayed when the camera is turned on. Option Description The camera enters shooting or playback mode without displaying the welcome screen. COOLPIX The camera displays a welcome screen and enters shooting or playback mode. Select an image Displays an image selected for the welcome screen. When the image selection screen is displayed, select an image (E55) and press the k button.
The Setup Menu Time Zone and Date Press the d button M z tab M Time zone and date Set the camera clock. Option Date and time Description Set camera clock to current date and time. Use the multi selector to set the date and time in the date screen. • Select an item: Press K or J (changes between D, M, Y, hour, and minute). • Edit the highlighted item: Rotate the multi selector, or press H or I. • Apply the setting: Select the minute setting and press the k button.
The Setup Menu 3 Press K. Time zone • The travel destination screen is displayed. London, Casablanca 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 :3 0 Home time zone Travel destination 4 Press J or K to select the travel destination time zone. • If daylight saving time is in effect, press H to enable daylight saving time function. W is displayed at the top of the monitor and the camera clock is advanced one hour. Press I to disable the daylight saving time function.
The Setup Menu C Time Zones The camera supports the time zones listed below. For time zones not listed below, set the camera clock to local time from the Date and time option.
The Setup Menu Monitor Settings Press the d button M z tab M Monitor settings Set the options below. Option Description Photo info Select information displayed in the monitor during shooting and playback. See “Photo Info” (E70) for more information. Image review This setting determines whether or not the captured image is displayed immediately after shooting. The default setting is On. Brightness Select from five settings for monitor brightness. The default setting is 3.
The Setup Menu Photo Info Select whether or not the photo information is displayed in the monitor. See “The Monitor” (A6) for information about indicators displayed in the monitor. Shooting mode Playback mode 15/05/2012 15:30 0004. JPG Show info 29m 0s 1140 4/ 4 Current settings and operational guides are displayed as in Show info above. Auto info If no operations are performed for a few seconds, the information is (default setting) hidden, as in Hide info below.
The Setup Menu Print Date (Imprinting Date and Time) Press the d button M z tab M Print date The shooting date and time can be imprinted on the images when shooting, allowing the information to be printed even from printers that do not support date printing (E50). 15.05.2012 Option Description f Date Date is imprinted on images. S Date and time Date and time are imprinted on images. k Off (default setting) Date and time are not imprinted on images.
The Setup Menu Vibration Reduction Press the d button M z tab M Vibration reduction Reduce the effects of camera shake while shooting. Vibration reduction effectively reduces blur, caused by slight hand movement known as camera shake, which commonly occurs when shooting with zoom applied or at slow shutter speeds. The effects of camera shake are reduced when recording movies, in addition to when taking still pictures.
The Setup Menu Motion Detection Press the d button M z tab M Motion detection Enable motion detection to reduce the effects of subject movement and camera shake when shooting still images. Option Description k Off Motion detection is disabled. The current motion detection setting is indicated by an icon when shooting (A6). When the camera detects camera shake or subject movement, it increases shutter speed and the motion detection icon turns green. No icon is displayed when Off is selected.
The Setup Menu AF Assist Press the d button M z tab M AF assist Enable or disable AF-assist illuminator, which assists autofocus operation when the subject is dimly lit. Option Description Auto (default setting) AF-assist illuminator will be used to assist the focus operation when the subject is dimly lit. The illuminator has a range of about 1.9 m (6 ft 3 in.) at the maximum wide-angle position and about 1.1 m (3 ft 7 in.) at the maximum telephoto position.
The Setup Menu Sound Settings Press the d button M z tab M Sound settings Adjust the following sound settings. Option Description Button sound Select On (default setting) or Off. When On is selected, a beep will sound once when operations are completed successfully, twice when the camera acquires focus on the subject, and three times when an error is detected. Start-up sound will also play when the camera is turned on. Shutter sound Select On (default setting) or Off.
The Setup Menu Auto Off Press the d button M z tab M Auto off If no operations are performed for a specified amount of time, the monitor turns off and the camera enters standby mode (A23). This setting determines the amount of time that passes before the camera enters standby mode. You can select 30 s, 1 min (default setting), 5 min, or 30 min. Reference Section C When the Monitor Has Turned Off to Save Power • When the camera is in standby mode, the power-on lamp flashes.
The Setup Menu Format Memory/Format Card Press the d button M z tab M Format memory/Format card Use this option to format the internal memory or a memory card. Formatting the internal memory or memory cards permanently deletes all data. Data that has been deleted cannot be restored. Be sure to transfer important images to a computer before formatting. Formatting the Internal Memory To format the internal memory, remove the memory card from the camera.
The Setup Menu Language Press the d button M z tab M Language Select one of 29 languages for display of camera menus and messages.
The Setup Menu TV Settings Press the d button M z tab M TV settings Adjust settings for connection to a TV. Option Description Video mode Select from NTSC and PAL. HDMI Select a resolution for HDMI output from Auto (default setting), 480p, 720p, or 1080i. When Auto is selected, the option best suited to the TV to which the camera is connected is automatically selected from 480p, 720p, or 1080i.
The Setup Menu Charge by Computer Press the d button M z tab M Charge by computer Select whether or not the battery inserted into the camera is charged when the camera is connected to a computer via the USB cable (A81). Option Description Auto (default setting) When the camera is connected to a computer that is running, the battery inserted into the camera is automatically charged using power supplied by the computer.
The Setup Menu B Notes About 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 (A24). If the camera’s clock battery (A25) 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.
The Setup Menu Blink Warning Press the d button M z tab M Blink warning Select whether or not the camera detects human subjects that have blinked using face detection (A73) when shooting in the following modes: • A (auto) mode (when Face priority (E43) is selected for AF area mode option) • Scene auto selector (A42), Portrait (A42), or Night portrait (A43) scene mode Option Description Reference Section On When the camera detects that one or more human subjects may have blinked in an image captured us
The Setup Menu The Blink Warning Screen When the Did someone blink? screen shown on the right is displayed in the monitor, the operations described below are available. If no operations are performed within a few seconds, the camera automatically returns to shooting mode. Did someone blink? Exit Function Control Enlarge the detected face that blinked g (i) Switch to full-frame playback f (h) Rotate the zoom control to g (i). Rotate the zoom control to f (h).
The Setup Menu Eye-Fi Upload Press the d button M z tab M Eye-Fi upload Option Description b Enable Upload images created by the camera to a preselected destination. c Disable (default setting) Images will not be uploaded. B Notes About Eye-Fi Cards Reference Section • Note that images will not be uploaded if signal strength is insufficient even if Enable is selected. • Select Disable where wireless devices are prohibited.
The Setup Menu Filmstrip Press the d button M z tab M Filmstrip Allows you to select whether or not the filmstrip is displayed when you rotate the multi selector quickly in full-frame display. Option Description On Image thumbnails are displayed at the bottom of the monitor when you rotate the multi selector quickly while viewing an image in full-frame display. You can view thumbnails of previous and subsequent images, and select an image.
The Setup Menu Reset All Press the d button M z tab M Reset all When Reset is selected, the camera’s settings will be restored to their default values. Basic Shooting Functions Option Flash mode (A62) Default value Auto Self-timer (A64) Off Macro mode (A65) Off Exposure compensation (A66) 0.
The Setup Menu Special effects mode Option Special effects mode setting in the shooting mode selection menu (A51) Default value Soft Smart Portrait Menu Option Skin softening (E46) Default value Normal Smile timer (E46) On Blink proof (E47) Off Subject Tracking Menu Option Default value Autofocus mode (E48) Full-time AF Face priority tracking (E48) On Movie Menu Option Movie options (E62) Default value HD 1080pP (1920×1080) On Single AF Wind noise reduction (E64) Off Reference Section Op
The Setup Menu Option Default value 1 min Auto off (E76) HDMI (E79) Auto HDMI device control (E79) On HDMI 3D output (E79) On Charge by computer (E80) Auto Blink warning (E82) Off Eye-Fi upload (E84) Disable Filmstrip (E85) Off Others Option Paper size (E27, E28) Default value Default Frame interval for Slide show (E53) 3s Sequence display options (E61) Key picture only Reference Section • Selecting Reset all also clears the current file number (E90) from memory.
The Setup Menu Firmware Version Press the d button M z tab M Firmware version View the current camera firmware version. CO O L P I X S 6 3 0 0 Ve r. x .
File and Folder Names Images, movies, or voice memos are assigned file names as follows. D S C N 0 0 0 1 .
Optional Accessories Rechargeable battery Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL121 Charging AC adapter Charging AC Adapter EH-69P1,2 Battery charger Battery Charger MH-65 (Charging time when no charge remains: Approx. 2 h 30 min) AC Adapter EH-62F (connect as shown) AC adapter Be sure that the power connector cord has been properly aligned in power connector and battery chamber grooves before closing the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.
Error Messages Display A Cause/Solution Reference Section O (flashes) Clock not set. Set date and time. E66 Battery exhausted. Charge or replace battery. 16, 18 Battery temperature high Battery temperature is high. Turn off camera, and allow battery to cool down before resuming use. After five seconds, this message will disappear, the monitor will turn off, and the power-on lamp will flash quickly. After the lamp flashes for three minutes, the camera will turn off automatically.
Error Messages Display Cause/Solution Card is not formatted. Format card? Yes No Memory card has not been formatted for use in COOLPIX S6300. Formatting deletes all data saved on the memory card. Be sure to select No and make copies of any images which need to be kept before formatting the memory card. Select Yes and press the k button to format the memory card. Out of memory. Memory card is full. • Select smaller image size. • Delete images. • Insert new memory card.
Error Messages Display A Cause/Solution Image cannot be modified. Cannot edit selected image. • Select images that support editing function. • Movies cannot be edited. Cannot record movie. Time out error while saving movie on the memory card. 20 Select memory card with faster write speed. Memory contains no images. No images in the internal memory or memory card. • Remove the memory card from the camera to play back images saved in the camera’s internal memory.
Error Messages Display A Cause/Solution Shooting failed When taking 3D pictures, the first shot could not be successfully taken. • Try shooting again. • In some shooting conditions, such as when the subject is moving, dark, or low in contrast, shooting may not be possible. Failed to take second shot When taking 3D images, the second shot could not be successfully taken after the first shot. • Try shooting again.
Error Messages Display A Cause/Solution Printer error: paper jam Paper has jammed in printer. Remove the jammed paper, select Resume, and press the k button to resume printing.* Printer error: out of paper No paper is loaded in printer. Load the specified paper size, select Resume, and press – the k button to resume printing.* – Ink error. Printer error: check ink Check ink, select Resume, and press the k button to resume printing.* – Running out of ink or ink cartridge is empty.
Technical Notes and Index Maximizing Camera Life and Performance .................. F2 The Camera.....................................................................................................................F2 The Battery......................................................................................................................F3 Charging AC Adapter ..................................................................................................F4 Memory Cards..............................
Technical Notes and Index Maximizing Camera Life and Performance The Camera To ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the precautions described below in addition to the warnings in “For Your Safety” (Avi) when using or storing the device. B Do Not Drop The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shock or vibration. B Handle the Lens and All Moving Parts with Care Do not apply force to the lens, lens cover, monitor, memory card slot, or battery chamber.
Maximizing Camera Life and Performance B Notes on the Monitor • Monitors and electronic viewfinders are constructed with extremely high precision; at least 99.99% of pixels are effective, with no more than 0.01% being missing or defective. Hence while these displays may contain pixels that are always lit (white, red, blue, or green) or always off (black), this is not a malfunction and has no effect on images recorded with the device. • Images in the monitor may be difficult to see under bright lighting.
Maximizing Camera Life and Performance Charging AC Adapter • The Charging AC Adapter EH-69P is for use only with compatible devices. Do not use with another make or model of device. • The EH-69P is compatible with AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz electrical outlets. When using in other countries, use a plug adapter (commercially available) as necessary. For more information about plug adapters, consult your travel agency.
Cleaning and Storage Cleaning Lens Avoid touching glass parts with your fingers. Remove dust or lint with a blower (typically a small device with a rubber bulb attached to one end that is pumped to produce a stream of air out the other end). To remove fingerprints or other stains that cannot be removed with a blower, wipe the lens with a soft cloth, using a spiral motion that starts at the center of them and working toward the edges.
Troubleshooting If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. Power, Display, Settings Issues Cause/Solution A • Confirm all connections. • Off is selected for Charge by computer in the setup menu. • When charging by connecting the camera to a computer, battery charging stops when the camera is turned off.
Troubleshooting Problem A Cause/Solution • Camera is off. • Standby mode for saving power: press the power switch, the shutter-release button, A button, c button, or b (e movie-record) button. • When flash lamp flashes, wait until flash has charged. • Camera and computer are connected via USB cable. • Camera and TV are connected via audio/video cable or HDMI cable. 23 2, 23 Monitor is hard to read. • Adjust monitor brightness. • Monitor is dirty. Clean monitor.
Troubleshooting Characteristics of Digital Cameras In extremely rare instances, unusual characters may appear in the monitor and the camera may stop functioning. In most cases, this phenomenon is caused by a strong external static charge. Turn the camera off, remove and reinsert the battery, then turn the camera on again. In the event of continued malfunction, contact your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative.
Troubleshooting Problem A Cause/Solution 62 68 Flash does not fire. • The flash mode is set to W (off). • Scene mode with which the flash does not fire is selected. • On is selected for Blink proof in smart portrait menu. • Another function that restricts flash is enabled. 95, E74 Digital zoom cannot be used. • Digital zoom is set to Off in the setup menu. • Digital zoom cannot be used in the following situations.
Troubleshooting Problem A Cause/Solution Technical Notes and Index Images are too bright (overexposed). Adjust exposure compensation. 66 Unexpected results when flash set to V (auto with red-eye reduction). When taking pictures with V (auto with red-eye reduction) or fill flash with slow sync and red-eye reduction in Night portrait scene mode, In-Camera Red Eye Fix may be applied to areas not affected by red-eye in rare cases.
Troubleshooting Playback Issues Problem File cannot be played back. A Cause/Solution • File or folder was overwritten or renamed by computer or other make of camera. • The COOLPIX S6300 is not able to play back movies recorded with another make or model of digital camera. – 92 • Playback zoom cannot be used with movies, – small pictures, or images that have been cropped to a size of 320 × 240 or smaller. • 3D images cannot be enlarged when the 50 Cannot zoom in on image.
Troubleshooting Problem Cause/Solution A 78, E10 The saved images are not displayed in auto sort mode. • The desired image was sorted to a category other than the category currently displayed. • Images saved by a camera other than the COOLPIX S6300 and images copied using the Copy option cannot be displayed in auto sort mode. • Images saved in the internal memory or on the memory card may not be played back correctly if overwritten by a computer.
Specifications Nikon COOLPIX S6300 Digital Camera Type Compact digital camera Effective pixels 16.0 million Image sensor 1/2.3-in. type CMOS; approx. 16.79 million total pixels Lens 10× optical zoom, NIKKOR lens Focal length 4.5-45.0mm (angle of view equivalent to that of 25-250 mm lens in 35mm [135] format) f/-number f/3.2-5.8 Construction 8 elements in 8 groups (1 ED lens element) Digital zoom Up to 4× (angle of view equivalent to that of approx.
Specifications ISO sensitivity (Standard output sensitivity) • ISO 125, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200 • Auto (auto gain from ISO 125 to 1600) • Fixed range auto (ISO 125 to 400, 125 to 800) Exposure Metering 256-segment matrix, center-weighted (digital zoom less than 2×), spot (digital zoom 2× or more) Exposure control Programmed auto exposure with motion detection and exposure compensation (–2.0 to +2.
Specifications Tripod socket 1/4 (ISO 1222) Dimensions (W × H × D) Approx. 93.6 × 57.7 × 26.0 mm (3.7 × 2.3 × 1.1 in.) (excluding projections) Weight Approx. 160 g (5.7 oz) (including battery and SD memory card) Operating environment Temperature 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Humidity Less than 85% (no condensation) • Unless otherwise stated, all figures are for a camera with a fully-charged Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 operated at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F).
Specifications Supported Standards • DCF: Design Rule for Camera File System is a standard widely used in the digital camera industry to ensure compatibility among different makes of camera. • DPOF: Digital Print Order Format is an industry-wide standard that allows images to be printed from print orders saved on memory cards. • Exif version 2.3: Exchangeable image file format (Exif) version 2.
Index Symbols Numerics 3D photography s 50, E5 3D pictures 50, E5 A AC adapter 19, E91 AF area mode 40, E43 AF assist 95, E74 Album E9 Aperture value 30 Audio/video cable 81, E23, E91 Audio/video-in jack 81, E23 Auto flash 63 Auto mode 26, 38 Auto off 23, 95, E76 Auto sort menu 79, E10 Auto sort mode 78, E10 Autofocus 40, 59, 65, 91, E45, E64 Autofocus mode 40, 59, 91, E45, E48, E64 B Backlighting o 47 Battery 16, 18, 25 Battery chamber 3 Battery charger 19, E91 Battery latch 16 Battery level 22 Battery
Index Date 24, 94, E66 Date and time 24, 94, E66 Date format 24, E66 Daylight E36 Daylight saving time 25, 94, E67 Delete 34, E15, E57 Digital zoom 29, 95, E74 Direct print 81, E25 D-Lighting 79, E18 DPOF F16 DPOF print E30 DSCN E90 Dusk/dawn i 44 Filter effects 79, E20 Fireworks show m 46 Firmware version 96, E89 Fixed range auto E41 Flash 62 Flash lamp 62 Flash mode 62, 63 Flash off 63 Focus 30, 40, E43 Focus area 30 Focus indicator 7 Focus lock 76 Folder name E90 Food u 46 Format internal memory 96, E7
Index Internal memory 21 ISO sensitivity 39, E41 J JPG E90 L Landscape c 42 Language 96, E78 Lens 2, F13 Lens cover 2 List by date menu 79, E12 List by date mode 78, E12 Low key H 51 M Open with HS footage 91, E31, E63 Optical zoom 29 Optional accessories E91 P Panorama Maker 6 83 Paper size E27, E28 Party/indoor f 44 Pet portrait auto release 49 Pet portrait O 49 Photo info 94, E69 PictBridge 81, E25, F16 Playback 32, 92, E57 Playback menu 79, E49 Playback mode 9, 32, 78 Playback zoom 33 Portrait b 42
Index Recording slow motion movies 91, E31, E63 Red-eye reduction 63 Remove from favorites E8 Reset all 96, E86 Rotary multi selector 4, 5, 10 Rotate image 79, E56 RSCN E90 S Technical Notes and Index Scene auto selector x 42 Scene mode 41, 42 Selective color I 51 Self-timer 64 Self-timer lamp 2, 64 Sepia 40, E42 Sequence display options 80, E13, E61 Setup menu 94 Shooting 26, 28, 30 Shooting menu 39, E36 Shooting mode 9, 26 Shutter sound E75 Shutter speed 30 Shutter-release button 4, 5, 30 Single 39, E3
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