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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 S30 digital camera. Before using the camera, please read the information in “For Your Safety” (A viii) and “ Shockproof, Waterproof, Dustproof, Condensation“ (A xv), and familiarize yourself with the information provided in this manual. After reading, please keep this manual handy and refer to it to enhance your enjoyment of your new camera.
About This Manual Introduction If you want to start using the camera right away, see “The Basics of Shooting and Playback” (A 9). To learn about the parts of the camera and basic operations, see “Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations” (A 1).
Introduction Other Information • Symbols and Conventions To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and conventions are used in this manual: Icon Description B This icon indicates cautions and information that should be read before using the camera. C This icon indicates notes and information that should be read before using the camera. A/E/F These icons indicate other pages containing relevant information; E: “Reference Section”, F: “Technical Notes and Index.
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.
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• Comply with copyright notices Disposing of Data Storage Devices Please note that deleting images or formatting data storage devices such as memory cards or built-in camera memory does not completely erase the original image data. Deleted files can sometimes be recovered from discarded storage devices using commercially available software, potentially resulting in the malicious use of personal image data. Ensuring the privacy of such data is the user’s responsibility.
For Your Safety To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equipment. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the product will read them. Introduction This icon marks warnings, information that should be read before using this Nikon product, to prevent possible injury.
Do not remain in contact with the camera or battery charger for extended periods while the devices are on or in use Parts of the devices become hot. Leaving the devices in direct contact with the skin for extended periods may result in low-temperature burns. Observe caution when handling batteries Batteries may leak or explode if improperly handled. Observe the following precautions when handling batteries for use in this product: • Before replacing the batteries, turn the product off.
Introduction • Discontinue use immediately should you notice any change in the batteries, such as discoloration or deformation. • If liquid from damaged batteries comes in contact with clothing or skin, rinse immediately with plenty of water. Observe the following precautions when handling the Battery Chargers (available separately) • 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.
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. Playing CD-ROMs on an audio CD player could cause hearing loss or damage the equipment. Observe caution when using the flash Using the flash close to your subject’s eyes could cause temporary visual impairment.
Notices Notice for Customers in the U.S.A. Introduction xii Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Notice for customers in the State of California Notice for customers in Canada CAUTION This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. ATTENTION Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Introduction Interface Cables Use the interface cables sold or provided by Nikon for your equipment. Using other interface cables may exceed the limits of Class B Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Symbol for Separate Collection in European Countries Introduction xiv This symbol indicates that this product is to be collected separately. The following apply only to users in European countries: • This product is designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point. Do not dispose of as household waste. • For more information, contact the retailer or the local authorities in charge of waste management.
Shockproof, Waterproof, Dustproof, Condensation • Make sure to read the following instructions as well as the instructions provided in “Caring for the Product” (F2). This camera has passed Nikon’s in-house test (drop test from a height of 80 cm (32 in.) on a 5 cm (2 in.) thick plywood panel) compliant with MIL-STD 810F Method 516.5-Shock*. This test does not guarantee the waterproof performance of the camera or that the camera will be free from damage or trouble under all conditions.
Notes About Waterproof and Dustproof Performances Introduction xvi The camera is equivalent to IEC/JIS waterproof grade 8 (IPX8) and IEC/JIS dustproof grade 6 (IP6X) and enables shooting pictures underwater at a depth of 3 m (9.8 ft) for up to 60 minutes.* This rating does not guarantee the waterproof performance of the camera or that the camera will be free from damage or trouble under all conditions.
Introduction • If a foreign substance adheres to the outside of the camera or the inside of the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover (such as the hinge, internal cover, memory card slot, and connectors), remove it immediately with a blower. If a foreign substance adheres to the waterproof packing inside the batterychamber/memory card slot cover, remove it with the included brush. Do not use the included brush for anything other than cleaning the waterproof packing.
3. Make sure that the internal cover and battery-chamber/memory card slot cover are firmly closed. • Slide the cover until it clicks into place. Introduction Notes About Using the Camera Underwater Observe the following precautions to prevent water from seeping inside the camera. • Do not dive into water deeper than 3 m (9.8 ft) with the camera. • Do not continuously use the camera underwater for 60 minutes or more.
Introduction 1. Keep the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover closed and wash off the camera with fresh water. Lightly rinse the camera with tap water, or immerse the camera in a shallow basin filled with freshwater for about 10 minutes. • If the buttons or switches do not operate properly, foreign substances may have adhered to the camera. Foreign substances can cause the camera to malfunction; wash the camera thoroughly. 2.
Introduction xx 3. After making sure that there are no water droplets on the camera, open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover and internal cover, and gently wipe off any water remaining inside the camera with a dry soft cloth and use the blower to remove any foreign substances. • If you open the covers before the camera is thoroughly dried, water droplets may fall on the memory card or batteries.
Notes About Operating Temperature and Humidity and Condensation b Operating environmental conditions such as temperature and humidity may cause fogging (condensation) on the inside of the monitor, lens, or flash window. This is not a camera malfunction or defect. Introduction The operation of this camera has been tested at temperatures from 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).
Table of Contents Introduction Introduction ................................................... ii The Basics of Shooting and Playback .... 9 Read This First ....................................................... ii Confirming the Package Contents................. ii About This Manual .................................................. iii Information and Precautions............................. v For Your Safety ................................................. viii WARNINGS ...........................
Playback Features....................................... 59 Playback Zoom .................................................. 60 Thumbnail Display ........................................... 61 Features Available in Playback Mode (Playback Menu)................................................ 62 Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer .............................................................. 64 Using ViewNX 2 ................................................. 66 Installing ViewNX 2 ..........
Introduction xxiv The Playback Menu ................................... E22 F Favorites ...................................................... E22 D Photo Albums .......................................... E26 m Slide Show ................................................. E27 G Choose by Date ...................................... E29 d Rotate Pictures......................................... E30 a Print Order (Creating a DPOF Print Order)....................................................................
Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations The Camera Body....................................................2 Attaching the Camera Strap......................................................................4 The Monitor.............................................................5 Shooting Mode ..............................................................................................5 Playback Mode ...............................................................................................
Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations The Camera Body 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations 9 2 1 Shutter-release button.................................... 22 6 Microphone............................................................74 2 Flash............................................................................ 44 7 Eyelets for camera strap.....................................4 3 Power switch/power-on lamp ................... 18 8 Speaker...................
2 3 1 4 5 6 11 10 9 8 7 1 Flexible buttons.............................. 7, 31, 62, 80 7 Internal cover.................................................10, 12 2 Monitor ........................................................................ 5 8 Battery chamber ..................................................10 3 Flash lamp............................................................... 44 9 Waterproof packing ............................... xvi, xvii 10 Memory card slot .....................
Attaching the Camera Strap Pass the strap through either the left or right strap eyelet and attach the strap.
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. Shooting Mode 10 7 2 8 4 56 3 30s 1m 10 1 / 2 5 0 F 3.3 5m 9 10 11 999 29m 0s 18 17 16 12 9999 999 15 29m 0s 29m 0s 14 13 1 Flexible icons............................................................ 7 10 Battery level indicator ......................................18 2 “Date not set” indicator...........
Playback Mode 1 2 15/05/2012 456 3 7 15:30 8 9 10 11 999 Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations 9999 999 14 12 1 Flexible icons............................................................ 7 8 Crop indicator ......................................... 60, E9 2 Date of recording ............................................... 15 9 Volume ......................................................................78 3 Time of recording...............................................
Using the Flexible Buttons If you press a flexible button while the shooting screen or playback screen is displayed, the menu for the current mode is displayed. Once the menu is displayed, you can change various settings. In this document, the flexible buttons are referred to as “flexible button 1” through “flexible button 4”, in order from top to bottom.
Selecting Items • To select an item, press the flexible button next to it. • When Q is displayed, press flexible button 1 to return to the previous screen. When Q is not displayed, you can return to the previous screen by pressing the multi selector J.
The Basics of Shooting and Playback Preparation Shooting Step 1 Turn the Camera On..............................................................................................18 Step 2 Frame a Picture .......................................................................................................20 Step 3 Focus and Shoot.....................................................................................................22 The Basics of Shooting and Playback Preparation 1 Insert the Batteries ....
The Basics of Shooting and Playback Preparation 1 Insert the Batteries The camera has a dual-cover system. Underneath the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover is an internal cover. 1 Open the battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover and then the internal cover. • Before opening the covers, hold the camera upside down to prevent the batteries from falling out. 5 1 The Basics of Shooting and Playback 2 2 4 Insert the batteries.
Applicable Batteries • Two LR6/L40 (AA-size) alkaline batteries (batteries included) • Two FR6/L91 (AA-size) lithium batteries • Two EN-MH2 rechargeable Ni-MH (nickel metal hydride) batteries B Removing the Batteries • 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 and internal cover. • The camera, batteries, or memory card may be hot immediately after using the camera.
Preparation 2 Insert a Memory Card 1 Turn off the camera and then open the battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover and internal cover. 3 5 • When the camera turns off, the 1 power-on lamp and the display turn off. 2 • Before opening the covers, hold the camera upside down to prevent the batteries from falling out. The Basics of Shooting and Playback 2 Insert a memory card. • Slide the memory card in until it clicks into place.
B Formatting a Memory Card • The first time you insert a memory card that has been used in another device into this camera, be sure to format it with this camera. • All data stored on a memory card is permanently deleted when the card is formatted. Be sure to save important images by transferring them to a computer before formatting. • To format a memory card, insert the card into the camera, press any flexible button, and then select Format card (E45) in the setup menu (A 80).
Internal Memory and Memory Cards Camera data, including images and movies, can be saved in either the camera’s internal memory (approximately 47 MB) or on a memory card. To use the camera’s internal memory for shooting or playback, first remove the memory card. Approved Memory Cards The following Secure Digital (SD) memory cards have been tested and approved for use in this camera. • Memory cards with an SD Speed Class rating of 6 or faster are recommended for recording movies.
Preparation 3 Set 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 power switch to turn on the camera. • 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).
4 Use flexible buttons 2 to 4 to select the date format. Date format Year/Month/Day Month/Day/Year Day/Month/Year 5 Press the multi selector H, I, J, or K to set the date and time, and then press flexible button 4 (O). Date and time D M The Basics of Shooting and Playback 6 Press flexible button 3 (R Yes). • The camera enters shooting mode and you can take pictures using A (auto) mode (A 18).
C Changing the Language Setting and the Date and Time Setting • You can change the Language (E46) and Date and time (E42) settings in the l setup menu (A 80). • You can enable and disable daylight saving time by selecting Date and time (E42) in the l setup menu. When enabled, the clock moves forward one hour; when disabled, the clock moves back one hour. • If you exit without setting the date and time, O will flash when the shooting screen is displayed.
Step 1 Turn the Camera On 1 Press the power switch to turn on the camera. • The monitor turns on. 2 The Basics of Shooting and Playback 18 Check the battery level indicator and the number of exposures remaining. Battery level indicator Battery Level Indicator Display Description F Battery level high. G Battery level low. Prepare to replace the batteries. Battery exhausted. Cannot take pictures. Replace the batteries.
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. • Press and hold the c (shooting/playback mode) button to turn on the camera and switch to playback mode.
Step 2 Frame a Picture 1 Hold the camera steady. • Keep fingers, hair, the camera strap, and other objects away from the lens, flash, and microphone. 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). • When shooting non-human subjects or when no faces are detected, the camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame. Position the main subject near the center of the frame. C 20 Frame the picture.
Using the Zoom Use the multi selector to activate optical zoom. • To zoom in closer to the subject, press H. • To zoom out and view a larger area, press I. When you turn the camera on, the zoom moves to the maximum wide-angle position. Zoom in Zoom out • The zoom indicator is displayed on the right side of the monitor when you press the multi selector. Digital zoom Optical zoom Digital Zoom When the camera is zoomed in to the maximum optical zoom position, pressing H activates the digital zoom.
Step 3 Focus and Shoot 1 Press the shutter-release button halfway (A 23). • When a face is detected: The camera focuses on the face framed by the double border. When the subject is in focus, the double border glows green. The Basics of Shooting and Playback • When a face is not detected: The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame. When the camera has focused, the focus area glows green. F 3.3 1/250 F 3.
The Shutter-release Button Press halfway To set focus and exposure (shutter speed and aperture value), press the shutter-release button halfway, stopping when you feel resistance. Focus and exposure remain locked while the shutterrelease button is pressed halfway. Press all the way While pressing the shutter-release button halfway, press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to release the shutter and take a picture.
B The Basics of Shooting and Playback 24 Autofocus The camera may not focus as expected in the following situations. In some rare cases, the subject may not be in focus despite the fact that the focus area or the focus indicator glows green: • Subject is very dark • Objects of sharply differing brightness are included in the scene (e.g. the sun behind the subject makes that subject appear very dark) • No contrast between the subject and surroundings (e.g.
Step 4 Play Back Images 1 Press the c (shooting/playback mode) button. c (shooting/ playback mode) button • The camera switches to playback mode and the last image saved will be displayed full-frame. 2 Use the multi selector to select an image to display. 15/05/2012 Display the next image 15:30 4 Current image number C Viewing Images • Images may be displayed briefly at low resolution while being read from the memory card or internal memory.
Step 5 Delete Images 1 Display the image you want to delete in the monitor and then press flexible button 4 (n). 15/05/2012 15:30 4 2 The Basics of Shooting and Playback 26 Press flexible button 2 or 3 to select the deletion method. • n Erase this picture only: Only the current image is deleted. • o Erase selected pictures: Multiple images can be selected and deleted (A 27). • To exit without deleting, press flexible button 1 (Q).
Selecting which images you want to delete 1 Press the multi selector J or K to select an image to be deleted, and then press flexible button 2 (S). Erase selected pictures • To undo the selection, press flexible button 2 again to remove the S mark. • Press flexible button 3 (P) to remove all the S marks. • Press the multi selector H to switch to full-frame playback or I to display thumbnails. 2 • A confirmation dialog is displayed. Follow the instructions displayed in the monitor.
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Shooting Features This chapter describes A (auto) mode and the features that are available when shooting. You can adjust settings according to the shooting conditions and the kind of images you want to capture. Shooting Features A (Auto) Mode .................................................... 30 Change Colors...................................................... 32 Decorate................................................................ 35 Choose a Style (Shooting Suited to Scenes) ......
Shooting Features A (Auto) Mode The camera automatically selects the optimum scene mode when you frame a picture. • The area of the frame that the camera focuses on varies depending on the composition of the picture. • When the camera detects a human face, it focuses on that face (A 56). The skin softening feature makes the skin tones in human faces appear smoother (A 58). • The flash may fire when shooting in low light. • When shooting in low light, the use of a tripod is recommended.
Changing A (Auto) Mode Settings When using A (auto) mode, the following settings can be changed. x Flash mode, i Selftimer, and C Choose a size can be used together with other features. ➝ “Default Settings” (A 53) A d Change colors 32 A Decorate You can add a frame around your images when taking pictures. Five different frames are available. 35 g Choose a style Camera settings are optimized according to the scene that you select.
Change Colors You can adjust brightness (exposure compensation), vividness, and hue when taking pictures. Enter shooting mode M any flexible button M flexible button 1 (d Change colors) 1 Press the multi selector J or K to select b, c, or e. Change colors • b: Brightness (exposure compensation) • c: Vividness (saturation) • e: Hue (white balance) Shooting Features 32 2 Adjust brightness, vividness, and hue. • Use the multi selector as described below. - HI: Press to move the slider.
3 When you have finished making adjustments, press flexible button 4 (O). Change colors • R is displayed if you have adjusted any of the settings. 780 15m 0s Press the shutter-release button to take a picture. C Notes About Change Colors Shooting Features 4 • The brightness, vividness, and hue setting is saved in the camera’s memory even after the camera is turned off. • Some settings cannot be used with other functions (A 54).
b Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation) You can adjust the overall brightness of the image. • Move the slider up to make the subject brighter. Move the slider down to make the subject darker. Slider Change colors c Adjusting Vividness (Saturation) You can adjust the overall vividness of the image. • Vividness increases as you move the slider up. Vividness decreases as you move the slider down.
Decorate You can add a frame around your images when taking pictures. Five different frames are available. Enter shooting mode M any flexible button M flexible button 2 (A Decorate) • The Choose a size > Photos setting is fixed at FSmall (2 megapixels). 1 Press the multi selector J or K to select a frame, and then press flexible button 4 (O). Decorate 2 Frame the subject and take a picture. • The frame will be added to the picture. B Shooting Features • To cancel, press flexible button 1 (Q).
Choose a Style (Shooting Suited to Scenes) When one of the following scenes is selected, camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected scene.
Characteristics of Each Scene A Point and shoot Images are captured using A (auto) mode (A 30). H Shoot close-ups Shooting Features Use this mode to photograph flowers, insects, and other small objects at close range. • The camera automatically zooms to the closest position at which it can focus. • The closest distance at which the camera can focus varies depending on the zoom position.
J Shoot under water Use when taking pictures underwater. • The closest distance at which the camera can focus varies depending on the zoom position. When the zoom is set to a position where the zoom indicator glows green, the camera can focus on subjects as close as about 20 cm (7.9 in.) from the front of the protective glass. When the zoom is at the maximum wide-angle position, the camera can focus on subjects as close as about 5 cm (2 in.) from the front of the protective glass.
O Shoot at intervals The camera can automatically capture still images at pre-determined intervals. • Press flexible buttons 2 to 4 to set the shooting interval to d Shoot every 30 seconds, e Shoot once a minute, or f Shoot every 5 minutes. • The maximum number of images that can be captured depends on the selected interval. - Shoot every 30 seconds: 120 images - Shoot once a minute: 60 images - Shoot every 5 minutes: 12 images • Images can be captured for up to one hour.
P Highlight colors Highlight colors Keep one specified color in the image, and change the other colors to black and white. • The closest distance at which the camera can focus varies depending on the zoom position. When the zoom is set to a position where the zoom indicator glows green, the camera can focus on subjects as close as about 20 cm (7.9 in.) from the front of the protective glass. When the zoom is at the maximum wide-angle position, the camera can focus on subjects as close as about 5 cm (2 in.
M Create a diorama effect Use this feature to make your images look like a miniature model. This effect is well-suited for images captured from a high vantage point with the main subject at the center of the image. • The closest distance at which the camera can focus varies 780 depending on the zoom position. When the zoom is set to a 15m 0s position where the zoom indicator glows green, the camera can focus on subjects as close as about 20 cm (7.9 in.) from the front of the protective glass.
Change Sounds Allows you to configure button sounds and the shutter sound. You can select one of eight different sounds, or turn sounds off. Enter shooting mode M any flexible button M flexible button 4 (u Change sounds) x Button sound A beep will sound once when the camera switches between shooting and playback modes or saves a setting, two times when the focus has been locked, and three times when an error is detected, and a welcome sound is played when the camera is turned on.
2 Press H, I, J, or K to select a sound type and then press flexible button 4 (O). Change sounds • a: Standard sounds • z: Sounds will not be heard. • You can press flexible button 2 (v) to mute sounds temporarily and return to shooting. To Sound types turn sounds on, press flexible button 2 (w) when the Change sounds screen is displayed. • Press flexible button 3 (A) to play the selected sound. • Press flexible button 4 (O) when the sound type is selected to return to step 1.
Using the Flash You can set the flash mode to match the shooting conditions. Enter shooting mode M any flexible button M press I M flexible button 1 (x Flash mode) M flexible buttons 2-3 Available Flash Modes w Auto flash The flash fires automatically when lighting is dim. y Flash off Shooting Features The flash will not fire. • We recommend using a tripod to stabilize the camera when shooting in dark surroundings. • S is displayed in the shooting screen when this feature is enabled.
Using the Self-timer The camera’s self-timer can release the shutter about ten seconds after you press the shutterrelease button. The self-timer is useful when you want to be in the picture you are taking, or when you want to avoid the effects of camera shake that occur when you press the shutterrelease button. When using the self-timer, use of a tripod is recommended. Enter shooting mode M any flexible button M press I M flexible button 2 (i Self-timer) 1 Press flexible button 2 (j 10 s).
3 Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down. • The self-timer starts, and the number of seconds remaining before the shutter is released is displayed in the monitor. The self-timer lamp flashes while the timer is counting down. About one second before the shutter is released, the lamp stops flashing and glows steadily. • When the shutter is released, the self-timer will be set to b Off. • To stop the timer before a picture is taken, press the shutter-release button again.
Using the Smile Timer The camera can detect human faces and automatically release the shutter when a smile is detected. Enter shooting mode M any flexible button M press I M flexible button 2 (i Self-timer) 1 Press flexible button 3 (Y Smile timer). • U is displayed. Self-timer 10 s Smile timer Off Frame the picture. • When the camera detects a human face, a double border indicating the focus area is displayed around that face.
B • • • • Notes About the Smile Timer Digital zoom cannot be used. Under some shooting conditions, the camera may be unable to detect faces or detect smiles. “Notes About Face Detection” ➝ (A 56) This feature cannot be used simultaneously with certain features. See “Features That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously” (A 54) for more information.
Changing the Size You can select the size of A Photos (still images) and N Movies (A 50) using C Choose a size in the shooting menu. Enter shooting mode M any flexible button M press I M flexible button 3 (C Choose a size) Image Types (Image Size and Quality) You can select the image size used when saving images. Select the image type best suited to the manner in which images will be used and the capacity of the internal memory or memory card.
Movie Types Select the desired movie type to record. Larger image sizes and faster movie bitrates mean greater image quality and larger movie file sizes. Movie type Size (pixels) Description G Large (720p) (default setting)* 1280×720 Movies with an aspect ratio of 16:9 are recorded. • Movie bitrate: Approx. 30 Mbps H Small (640) 640×480 Movies with an aspect ratio of 4:3 are recorded. • Movie bitrate: Approx. 10.7 Mbps * When no memory card is inserted (i.e.
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 varies depending on the make of the memory card, even when the memory cards have the same specified capacity. Image type D Large (10 megapixels) Internal memory (approx.
Movie AF Select how the camera focuses in movie mode. Enter shooting mode M any flexible button M press I M flexible button 4 (N Movie AF) Option Shooting Features 52 Description W 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. X Full-time AF Camera focuses continuously.
Default Settings Default settings for features that can be used with Choose a style are described below. Flash (A 44) Shoot close-ups (A 37) y Shoot under water (A 38) y Off1 2 Off2 Shoot at intervals (A 39) w Off2 Photograph food (A 39) y 2 Off1 Highlight colors (A 40) y Off1 Take soft pictures (A 40) w Off1 Create a diorama effect (A 41) y Off1 Take a series of pictures (A 38) y Smile timer is not available. The setting cannot be changed.
Features That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously Some shooting settings cannot be used with other functions. Restricted function Shooting Features 54 Option Descriptions Change colors Choose a style (A 36) When Choose a style is set to any setting other than Point and shoot, Change colors cannot be used. Decorate Choose a style (A 36) When Choose a style is set to any setting other than Point and shoot, Decorate cannot be used.
Restricted function Electronic VR Option Take a series of pictures (A 38), Shoot at intervals (A 39), Photograph fireworks (A 41) Descriptions When Take a series of pictures, Shoot at intervals, or Photograph fireworks is used for shooting, electronic VR is disabled.
Focusing Using Face Detection When using the following shooting modes and settings, 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.
Focus Lock When the camera focuses on an object in the center of the frame, you can use focus lock to focus on an off-center subject. The following describes the procedure when Shoot close-ups is selected. 1 Aim the camera so that the subject is in the center of the frame. 2 Press the shutter-release button halfway. 1/250 F 3.3 1/250 F 3.3 • Confirm that the focus area glows green. • Focus and exposure are locked. Continue holding down the shutter-release button halfway and recompose the picture.
Using Skin Softening When the shutter is released when using A (auto), the camera detects one or more human faces (up to three), and processes the image to soften facial skin tones. Shooting Features B 58 Notes About Skin Softening • It may take more time than usual to save images after shooting. • Under some shooting conditions, the desired skin softening results may not be achieved, or skin softening may be applied to areas of the image where there are no faces.
Playback Features This chapter describes the features that are available when playing back images. Have fun with pictures 15/05/2012 15:30 Change colors Highlight colors 4 Decorate Playback Features Playback Zoom .................................................... 60 Thumbnail Display .............................................. 61 Features Available in Playback Mode (Playback Menu) ... 62 Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer ... 64 Using ViewNX 2.....................................
Playback Features Playback Zoom Press the multi selector H during full-frame playback mode (A 25) to zoom in on the center of the image displayed in the monitor. 15/05/2012 15:30 H S Displayed area guide 20 Image is displayed full-frame. Playback Features 60 Image is zoomed in. • You can change the zoom ratio by pressing the multi selector H or I. Images can be zoomed up to approximately 10×.
Thumbnail Display Press the multi selector I in full-frame playback mode (A 25) to display images in contact sheets of thumbnail images. 15/05/2012 15:30 I H 20 Full-frame Display Image Thumbnail Display • You can view nine images on one screen, making it easy to find the image you want. • Press the multi selector J or K to select an image, and then press H to display that image full-frame.
Features Available in Playback Mode (Playback Menu) When viewing images in full-frame playback mode or thumbnail playback mode, you can configure the following functions by pressing a flexible button (A 7) to display the menu. Option V Have fun with pictures1 Playback Features 62 Descriptions A d Change colors2 Four different colors are available. E4 P Highlight colors2 Keep one specified color in the image, and change the other colors to black and white.
Option Descriptions A You can play back movies (A 77). 77 F Favorites You can sort images by adding your favorite images to albums. This makes it easier to find the images you are looking for. You can also protect selected images from accidental deletion. E22 D Photo albums1 You can display images similarly to a photo album. E26 m Slide show Play back images, saved in the internal memory or on a memory card, one by one in an automated slide show.
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. USB/audio/video output connector 1 2 3 How to open the cover.
Viewing images on a TV E11 You can view the camera’s images and movies on a TV. Connection method: Connect the video and audio plugs of the optional Audio Video Cable EG-CP14 to the TV’s input jacks. Viewing and organizing images on a computer A 66 If you transfer images to a computer, you can perform simple retouching and manage image data in addition to playing back images and movies. Connection method: Connect the camera to the computer’s USB input jack with the included USB Cable.
Using ViewNX 2 ViewNX 2 is an all-in-one software package which enables you to transfer, view, edit and share images. Install ViewNX 2 using the ViewNX 2 Installer CD-ROM. Your Imaging Toolbox Playback Features 66 ViewNX 2™ Installing ViewNX 2 • An Internet connection is required.
Mac OS • Mac OS X (version 10.5.8, 10.6.8, 10.7.2) Refer to the Nikon website for the latest information on operating system compatibility. 1 Start the computer and insert the ViewNX 2 Installer CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. • Mac OS: When the ViewNX 2 window is displayed, double-click the Welcome icon. 2 Select a language in the language selection dialog to open the installation window.
4 Download the software. • When the Software Download screen is displayed, click I agree - Begin download. • Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software. 5 Exit the installer when the installation completion screen is displayed. • Windows: Click Yes. • Mac OS: Click OK.
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. Turn the camera 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.
If a message is displayed prompting you to choose a program, select Nikon Transfer 2. • When using Windows 7 If the dialog shown at right is displayed, follow the steps below to select Nikon Transfer 2. 1 Under Import pictures and videos, click Change program. A program selection dialog will be displayed; select Import File using Nikon Transfer 2 and click OK. 2 Double-click Import File. If the memory card contains a large number of images, it may take a while for Nikon Transfer 2 to start.
3 Terminate the connection. • If the camera is connected to the computer, turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable. If you are using a card reader or card slot, choose the appropriate option in the computer operating system to eject the removable disk corresponding to the memory card and then remove the card from the card reader or card slot. Viewing Images Start ViewNX 2. • Images are displayed in ViewNX 2 when transfer is complete. • Consult online help for more information on using ViewNX 2.
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You can record movies by simply pressing the b (e movie-record) button. 780 15m 0s Recording and Playing Back Movies Recording and Playing Back Movies 7m30s Recording Movies ................................................ 74 Playing Back Movies............................................
Recording and Playing Back Movies Recording Movies You can record movies by simply pressing the b (e movie-record) button. When no memory card is inserted (i.e., when using the camera’s internal memory), the movie type (A 50) setting is fixed at H Small (640). G Large (720p) is not available. Recording and Playing Back Movies 1 Display the shooting screen. • You can select the type of movies that will be recorded. The default setting is G Large (720p) (1280×720) (A 50).
B Notes About Saving Movies After a movie has been recorded, it is not fully saved to the internal memory or memory card until monitor display returns to the shooting display. Do not open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover or internal cover before movies have been fully saved. Removing the memory card or the battery while a movie is being saved may result in loss of the movie data or damage to the camera or to the memory card.
C Maximum Movie Length Movie type (A 50) Internal memory (approx. 47 MB) G Large (720p) (1280×720) (default setting) H Small (640) (640×480) Recording and Playing Back Movies 76 Memory card (4 GB)2 -1 15 min 32 s 45 min 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. 1 When no memory card is inserted (i.e., when using the camera's internal memory), the setting is fixed at H Small (640).
Playing Back Movies Press the c (shooting/playback mode) button to switch to playback mode. 2 Select a movie and then press flexible button 2 (Z). 15/05/2012 15:30 • Movies can be identified by the movie length indicator (A 6). 10s 3 Press flexible button 2 (A View). • You can play movies. View View Favorites Recording and Playing Back Movies 1 Slide show Deleting movies To delete a movie, select the desired movie in full-frame playback mode (A 25) and press flexible button 4 (n).
Functions Available During Playback You can use the flexible buttons to perform the following operations. Paused 5s Recording and Playing Back Movies During playback Volume indicator Function Icon Description Rewind C Hold down the button to rewind the movie. Advance B Hold down the button to advance the movie. Press the button to pause playback. The following operations can be performed while playback is paused. Pause End D S F Press the button to rewind the movie.
General Camera Setup This chapter describes the various settings that can be adjusted in the l setup menu. Welcome screen Date and time Brightness General Camera Setup Set up Set up • See “Using the Flexible Buttons” (A 7) for information about using the camera’s menus. • For further details about each setting, refer to “The Setup Menu” in the Reference Section (E41).
General Camera Setup The Setup Menu Enter shooting mode M any flexible button M press I two times M flexible button 1 (l Set up) The following settings can be changed in the setup menu by pressing flexible button 1 (l Set up) in the shooting menu. Option General Camera Setup 80 Description A Welcome screen Allows you to select whether or not the welcome screen is displayed when the camera is turned on. E41 Date and time Set the camera clock.
E Reference Section The Reference Section provides detailed information and hints about using the camera. Shooting Editing Still Images ....................................................................................... E2 Connecting the Camera to a TV (Viewing Images on a TV).......... E11 Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) .......................... E13 Menu The Playback Menu.....................................................................................E22 The Setup Menu......
Reference Section Editing Still Images Editing Features Use the COOLPIX S30 to edit images in-camera and save them as separate files (E51). The editing functions described below are available. Editing function Description Reference Section d Change colors (E4) Four different colors are available. P Highlight colors (E4) Keep one specified color in the image, and change the other colors to black and white. A Decorate (E5) You can add a frame to your pictures and save them as new images.
B Notes About Image Editing • • • • • This camera cannot edit images captured with another make or model of digital camera. Images created using Photo albums (E26) cannot be edited. Editing functions other than Small picture cannot be added to images captured using Decorate (A 35). Images cannot be cropped when played back using View favorites (E24). Edited copies created with this camera may not be displayed properly on another make or model of digital camera.
d Change Colors Enter playback mode M flexible button 1 (V) M flexible button 2 (d Change colors) Allows you to adjust image colors. Press the multi selector J or K to select the desired setting, and then press flexible button 4 (O). • Four different settings are available. 1 Vivid color (default setting): Use to achieve a vivid, photoprint effect. 2 Black-and-white: Save images in black-and-white. 3 Sepia: Save images in sepia tones. 4 Cyanotype: Save images in cyan-blue monochrome.
A Decorate Enter playback mode M flexible button 1 (V) M flexible button 4 (A Decorate) You can add a frame around your images. Five different frames are available. The image size of the edited copy varies depending on the size of the original image, as described below. • When the original image is 2M (1600×1200) or larger, the copy is saved at 2M (1600×1200). • When the original image is smaller than 2M (1600×1200), the copy is saved at the same size as the original.
Q Soften Pictures Enter playback mode M flexible button 1 (V) M press I M flexible button 2 (Q Soften pictures) Soften the image by adding a slight blur around the center of the image. You can choose one of three area guides displayed in the center. Press the multi selector J or K to select a guide size, and then press flexible button 4 (O). Soften pictures • To cancel, press flexible button 1 (Q).
W Add a Fisheye Effect Enter playback mode M flexible button 1 (V) M press I M flexible button 4 (W Add a fisheye effect) Make an image look as if it were captured with a fisheye lens. This effect is well-suited for images captured using Shoot close-ups (A 37) in the shooting menu. Confirm the effect and press flexible button 4 (O). Add a fisheye effect • To cancel, press flexible button 1 (Q).
s Small Picture: Reducing the Size of an Image Enter playback mode M flexible button 2 (Z) M press I M flexible button 4 (s Small picture) Create a small copy of the current image. Press the multi selector J or K to select the size of the image and press flexible button 4 (O). • A new, edited copy is saved as a separate image with a compression ratio of 1:16.
h Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy By pressing flexible button 4 (h) when using playback zoom (A 60), you can create a copy of the image that contains only the portion visible in the monitor. 1 Press the multi selector H in full-frame playback mode (A 25) to zoom in on the image. • To crop an image displayed in “tall” (portrait) orientation, zoom in on the image until the black bars displayed on the both sides of the monitor disappear. The cropped image will be displayed in landscape orientation.
4 Press flexible button 3 (R Yes). • A new, cropped copy is saved as a separate image. Save now? Yes No Reference Section C Image Size As the area to be saved is reduced, the image size (pixels) of the cropped copy is also reduced.
Connecting the Camera to a TV (Viewing Images on a TV) Connect the camera to a TV using an optional audio/video cable (E53) to play back images or movies on the TV. 1 Turn off the camera. 2 Connect the camera to the TV. • Connect the yellow plug of the audio/video cable to the video-in jack and the white plug to the audio-in jack on the TV. 1 2 3 Yellow Set the TV’s input to external video input. Reference Section 3 White • See the documentation provided with your TV for details.
4 Hold down the c (shooting/playback mode) 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. Reference Section B Notes About Connecting the Cable When connecting the cable, be sure that the camera connector is properly oriented. Do not use force when connecting the cable to the camera. When disconnecting the cable, do not pull the connector at an angle.
Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) Users of PictBridge-compatible (F21) printers can connect the camera directly to the printer and print images without using a computer. Follow the procedures below to print images.
B Notes About Power Source When connecting the camera to a printer, use a fully charged battery to prevent the camera from turning off unexpectedly.
3 Connect the camera to the printer using the included USB cable. • Be sure that connectors are properly oriented. Do not attempt to insert connectors at an angle, and do not use force when connecting or disconnecting the USB cable. 1 2 3 4 Turn on the camera. • When properly connected, the PictBridge startup screen will be displayed in the camera monitor, followed by the Print selection screen.
Printing Individual Images After properly connecting the camera to the printer (E14), follow the procedures described below to print an image. 1 Press the multi selector J or K to select an image to be printed, and then press flexible button 4 (O). Print selection • It is easier to select images if you press I and switch to 9-image thumbnail display mode. Press H to switch to full-frame playback mode. 2 Press flexible button 3 (b Copies).
4 Press flexible button 4 (c Paper size). PictBridge 004 prints Start print Copies Paper size 5 Select a paper size. • To specify paper size using settings on the printer, press flexible button 2 (Default) in the paper size option. Paper size Default 3.5×5 in. 5×7 in. 6 Press flexible button 2 (a Start print). PictBridge 004 prints Start print Reference Section Copies Paper size 7 Printing begins. • The screen returns to step 1 when printing is complete.
Printing Multiple Images After properly connecting the camera to the printer (E14), follow the procedures described below to print multiple images. 1 When the Print selection screen is displayed, press flexible button 1 (d). 2 Press the multi selector I and then press flexible button 2 (c Paper size). • To exit the print menu, press the flexible button 1 (Q). Reference Section 3 Select a paper size.
4 Press flexible button 2 (o Print selection), flexible button 3 (U Print all images), or flexible button 4 (g DPOF printing). Print menu Print selection Print all images DPOF printing Print selection Reference Section Select images (up to 99) and the number Print selection of copies (up to nine) of each. • Press the multi selector J or K to select 9 9 images. Press flexible button 2 (X) or flexible button 3 (Y) to set the number of copies for each.
Print all images One copy each of all images saved in the internal memory or on the memory card, is printed. • When the screen shown on the right is displayed, press flexible button 2 (a Start print) to start printing. Press flexible button 1 (Q) to return to the print menu. Print all images 018 prints Start print DPOF printing Print images for which a print order was created using the Print order option (E31).
5 Printing begins. • The screen returns to step 2 when printing is complete. Printing 008/010 Cancel Current number of copies/ total number of copies Reference Section C Paper Size The camera supports the following paper sizes: Default (the default paper size for the printer connected to the camera), 3.5×5 in., 5×7 in., 100×150 mm, 4×6 in., 8×10 in., Letter, A3, and A4. Only sizes supported by the printer will be displayed.
The Playback Menu • See “Editing Still Images” (E2) for information about image editing features. F Favorites Enter playback mode M flexible button 2 (Z) M flexible button 2 (F Favorites) You can sort your favorite images by adding them to albums. There are three albums available. After registering images, you can use View favorites to view those images easily. • By using different albums for certain subjects or events, you can find your favorite images easily.
Adding Images to Albums 1 Press flexible button 2 (u Add to favorites). Favorites Add to favorites View favorites 2 Press the multi selector J or K to select an image, and then press flexible button 2 (p), flexible button 3 (q), or flexible button 4 (r). 15:30 15 15/05/2012 15:30 Reference Section • When an image that has already been added to an album is displayed, the same album cannot be selected. If you select another album, the image can be added only to the newly selected album.
Playing Back Images in Albums 1 Press flexible button 3 (r View favorites). Favorites Add to favorites View favorites 2 Press flexible button 2 (p), flexible button 3 (q), or flexible button 4 (r). View favorites Favorites 1 Favorites 2 Favorites 3 3 Reference Section E24 Play back the images in the selected album. • Press the multi selector J or K to browse through the images. • Only the first frame of movies is displayed. • Press I to switch to thumbnail display mode (nine images).
Removing Images from Albums 1 Press flexible button 3 (s) in the screen shown in step 3 of “Playing Back Images in Albums” (E24). 15/05/2012 15:30 4 • Press I to switch to 9-thumbnail display mode. - Press the multi selector J or K to select an image. - If you press flexible button 2 (S), S is added to the selected image. S is displayed or removed each time you press flexible button 2 (S). 2 Favorites 1 Press flexible button 3 (R Yes). • The selected image is removed from the album.
D Photo Albums Enter playback mode M flexible button 2 (Z) M flexible button 3 (D Photo albums) You can display images similarly to a photo album. Three different photo album designs are available. 1 Select an image and then press flexible button 4 (O). Select photos for album • The Image Selection Screen ➝ E35 • Up to 20 images can be selected. • You cannot select images that have already been added to photo albums.
m Slide Show Enter playback mode M flexible button 2 (Z) M flexible button 4 (m Slide show) Play back images, saved in the internal memory or on a memory card, one by one in an automated “slide show.” 1 Press flexible button 3 (o Choose pictures). Slide show Start Choose pictures Choose a theme 2 Select images. 3 4 Choose pictures Choose from favorites Choose by date All pictures Press flexible button 4 (n Choose a theme). Choose a playback theme.
5 Press flexible button 2 (A Start). Slide show Start Choose pictures Choose a theme 6 The slide show begins. • To pause playback, press flexible button 4 (D). To exit, press flexible button 1 (Q). • While the slide show is in progress, press the multi selector K to display the next image or J to display the previous image. Hold down either button to fast forward or rewind. • Press the multi selector H or I during playback to adjust the volume. 7 End the slide show or restart it.
G Choose by Date Enter playback mode M flexible button 2 (Z) M press I M flexible button 2 (G Choose by date) Use the multi selector H, I, J, or K to select a date from the calendar and then press flexible button 4 (O) to play back the images captured on the selected date. • The first image that was captured on the selected date is displayed. Days containing images have a light gray background. • Press flexible button 2 (J) or 3 (K) to display other months.
d Rotate Pictures Enter playback mode M select an image M flexible button 2 (Z) M press I M flexible button 3 (d Rotate pictures) 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.
a Print Order (Creating a DPOF Print Order) Enter playback mode M flexible button 2 (Z) M press I two times M flexible button 2 (a Print order) When printing images saved on the memory card using any of the following methods, the Print order option in the playback menu is used to create digital “print orders”. • Inserting the memory card into a DPOF-compatible (F21) printer’s card slot. • Taking the memory card to a digital photo lab. • Connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible (F21) printer (E13).
3 Select whether or not to print shooting date and shooting information. • Date: print the shooting date on all images in the print order. • Info: print shooting information (shutter speed and aperture value) on all images in the print order. • Date and Info turn on and off each time you press the corresponding flexible button. • Press flexible button 4 (O) to complete the print order.
h Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory and Memory Card) Enter playback mode M flexible button 2 (Z) M press I two times M flexible button 3 (h Copy) Copy images between the internal memory and a memory card. 1 Select the copy source and destination. • k Camera to card: Copy images from internal memory to memory card. • l Card to camera: Copy images from memory card to internal memory. 2 Select the copy method. • j Selected images: Copy images selected from the image selection screen (E35).
B Notes About Copying Images • JPEG-, AVI-, and WAV-format files can be copied. • Operation is not guaranteed with images captured with another make of camera or that have been modified on a computer. • When copying images for which Print order (E31) options are enabled, the print order settings are not copied. C If “Memory contains no images.” Is Displayed If a memory card that contains no images is inserted into the camera, Memory contains no images.
The Image Selection Screen When using one of the following features, a screen like that shown on the right is displayed when selecting images. • Photo albums > Select photos for album (E26) • Copy > Selected images (E33) • Erase > Erase selected pictures (A 26) Copy Follow the procedures described below to select the images. 1 Press the multi selector J or K to select an image. Copy • Press H to switch to full-frame playback and press I to switch back to 9-thumbnail display.
E Exchange Messages Enter playback mode M select an image M flexible button 3 (E) You can record voice messages using the camera’s microphone and attach the messages to your pictures. • Up to two messages can be attached to each image. Leave a Message 1 Press flexible button 2 (I Leave a message). • You cannot select this option if the image already has a message attached to it.
3 Press flexible button 4 (O). • “Message recorded” is displayed and the message is attached to the image. 20s • Images that have a recorded message are indicated by the H icon displayed during playback.
Leave a Reply 1 Press flexible button 3 (J Leave a reply). • You cannot select this option if the image does not have a message attached to it. ➝ “Leave a Message” (E36) Exchange messages Leave a message Leave a reply Play recordings 2 Press flexible button 2 (b). • Once you start recording, the operations are the same as “Leave a Message” (E36). 20s • Images that have a recorded reply are indicated by the I icon displayed during playback.
Play Recordings Press flexible button 4 (K Play recordings). • The camera plays the message. If a message and reply have been recorded, they are played back to back. • Press flexible button 1 (Q) to stop playback. • Press the multi selector H or I during playback to adjust playback volume. • If battery power runs out, playback stops automatically. 16s Erase Recordings 1 Press the multi selector I and then press flexible button 2 (L Erase recordings).
2 Press flexible button 3 (R Yes) when the confirmation message is displayed. • Only recordings are deleted. If both a message and a reply have been recorded, they will both be deleted. B Erase voice recordings? Yes No Notes About Exchange Messages • When an image with messages attached is deleted, both the image and its messages are deleted. • Messages cannot be recorded for an image that already has two messages attached to it.
The Setup Menu Welcome Screen Enter shooting mode M any flexible button M press I two times M flexible button 1 (l Set up) M flexible button 2 (I Welcome screen) Select whether or not the welcome screen is displayed when the camera is turned on. Option Description h Off The camera enters shooting or playback mode without displaying the welcome screen. i On (default setting) The camera displays animated welcome screen and then enters shooting or playback mode.
Date and Time Enter shooting mode M any flexible button M press I two times M flexible button 1 (l Set up) M flexible button 3 (J Date and time) Set the camera clock. Option j Date format Description The available date formats are Year/Month/Day, Month/Day/Year, and Day/Month/Year. Reference Section Allows you to set the camera’s clock to the current date and time. Date and time Use the multi selector to set each item D M Y displayed on the screen.
Print Date (Imprinting Date and Time) Enter shooting mode M any flexible button M press I two times M flexible button 1 (l Set up) M press I M flexible button 2 (L Print date) The shooting date can be imprinted on the images when shooting, allowing the information to be printed even from printers that do not support date printing (E32). 15.05.2012 Option L Date b Off (default setting) Date is not imprinted on images.
Electronic VR Enter shooting mode M any flexible button M press I two times M flexible button 1 (l Set up) M press I M flexible button 3 (M Electronic VR) Choose whether to use electronic VR (vibration reduction) when taking still pictures. Option M Auto b Off (default setting) Reference Section B Description In the following conditions, electronic VR is applied and the effects of camera shake are reduced.
Format Memory/Format Card Enter shooting mode M any flexible button M press I two times M flexible button 1 (l Set up) M press I M flexible button 4 (O Format memory/N 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 recovered. Be sure to transfer important data to a computer before formatting.
Language Enter shooting mode M any flexible button M press I two times M flexible button 1 (l Set up) M press I two times M flexible button 2 (P Language) Select one of 29 languages for display of camera menus and messages.
Menu Background Five different menu designs are available. Enter shooting mode M any flexible button M press I two times M flexible button 1 (l Set up) M press I two times M flexible button 3 (Q Menu background) Press the multi selector J or K to select the desired design and then press flexible button 4 (O). Menu background 1 2 3 4 5 Video Mode Adjust settings for connection to a TV. Select from NTSC and PAL.
Reset All Enter shooting mode M any flexible button M press I two times M flexible button 1 (l Set up) M press I three times M flexible button 2 (S Reset all) When flexible button 3 (R Reset) is selected, the camera’s settings will be restored to their default values.
Others Option Paper size (E17, E18) Default value Default • Selecting Reset all also clears the current file number (E51) from memory. Numbering will continue from the lowest number available for the internal memory or the memory card. To reset file numbering to “0001”, delete all images saved in the internal memory or on the memory card (A 26) before selecting Reset all. • The following menu settings will remain unaffected when menus are reset with Reset all.
Battery Type Enter shooting mode M any flexible button M press I two times M flexible button 1 (l Set up) M press I three times M flexible button 3 (U Battery type) To ensure that the camera shows the correct battery level (A 18), select the type that matches the batteries currently in use.
File and Folder Names Images, movies, and messages are assigned file names as follows. D S C N 00 0 1 . J P G Identifier (not shown on camera monitor) Original still images and movies DSCN Message DSCA Message (reply) DSCB Small copies SSCN Cropped copies RSCN Images created by an image editing function other than crop and small picture, photo albums FSCN Extension (indicates file format) Still images .JPG Movies .AVI Messages .
• Files copied using Copy>Selected images are copied to the current folder, where they are assigned new file numbers in ascending order starting from the largest file number in memory. Copy>All images copies all folders from the source medium; file names do not change but new folder numbers are assigned in ascending order, starting from the largest folder number on the destination medium (E33).
Optional Accessories Rechargeable battery Rechargeable Ni-MH batteries EN-MH2-B2 (set of two EN-MH2 batteries)1 Rechargeable Ni-MH batteries EN-MH2-B4 (set of four EN-MH2 batteries)1 Battery charger Battery Charger MH-72 (includes two rechargeable Ni-MH batteries EN-MH2)1 Battery Charger MH-73 (includes four rechargeable Ni-MH batteries EN-MH2)1 USB cable USB Cable UC-E162 Audio/video cable Audio Video Cable EG-CP14 1 To charge EN-MH2 batteries, use only Battery Charger MH-72 or MH-73.
Error Messages Display A Cause/Solution O (flashes) Clock not set. Set date and time. E42 Battery exhausted. Replace the batteries. 10 Please wait for the camera to finish recording. Wait until the image is saved and the message disappears from the display. – Memory card is write protected. Write-protect switch is in “lock” position. Slide write-protect switch to “write” position. – This card cannot be used. Error accessing memory card. • Use approved card. • Check that terminals are clean.
Display Out of memory. Image cannot be saved. Cause/Solution Memory card is full. • Change the setting for Choose a size > Photos. • Delete images. • Insert new memory card. • Remove memory card and use internal memory. A 49 26, 77 12 13 Error occurred while saving image. Format internal memory or memory card. E45 Camera has run out of file numbers. Insert a new memory card or format internal memory or memory card. E51 Insufficient space to save a copy. Delete images from destination.
Display A Cause/Solution File contains no image data. File not created with this camera. File cannot be viewed on this camera. View file using a computer or the device used to create or edit this file. – All images are hidden. No images available for a slide show. E27 Lens error Lens error. Turn camera off and then on again. If error persists, contact retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. 18 Communications error Error occurred during communication with printer.
Display A Cause/Solution – Printer error: check paper Specified size of paper is not loaded in printer. Load the specified size of paper and then press flexible button 3 (R Resume) to resume printing.* – Printer error: paper jam Paper has jammed in printer. Remove the jammed paper and then press flexible button 3 (R Resume) to resume printing.* – Printer error: out of paper No paper is loaded in printer.
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Technical Notes and Index Caring for the Product...............................................F2 The Camera.............................................................................................................F2 Batteries ...................................................................................................................F5 Memory Cards .......................................................................................................F7 Cleaning and Storage........................
Technical Notes and Index Caring for the Product The Camera To ensure safe and continued enjoyment of your Nikon camera, observe the following precautions and the precautions noted in “For Your Safety” (A viii-xiv) and “ Shockproof, Waterproof, Dustproof, Condensation” (A xv-xxi) when using or storing your camera. B Do Not Subject the Product to Strong Shocks The product may malfunction if dropped or struck. Additionally, do not touch or apply force to the lens.
• When an external force is applied on the camera, it could become deformed or the airtight seals may become damaged and cause water to seep inside the camera. Do not place a heavy object on the camera, drop the camera, or apply excessive force on the camera. • If water seeps inside the camera, immediately stop using the camera. Wipe off moisture from the camera, and at once take the camera to your Nikon-authorized service representative.
B Turn the Camera off Before Removing the Batteries or Memory Card Removing the batteries or memory card while the camera is on could damage the camera or memory card. If removed while the camera is saving or deleting data, data may be lost and the camera’s memory or the memory card may be damaged. 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.
Batteries Be sure to read and follow the warnings noted in “For Your Safety” (A viii-xiv) before use. B Notes About Using Batteries • Used batteries may overheat. Handle with caution. • Do not use batteries beyond their recommended expiration date. • Do not turn the camera on and off repeatedly if discharged batteries are inserted in the camera. B Spare Batteries We recommend carrying spare batteries depending on where you are shooting. It may be difficult to purchase batteries in certain areas.
B Notes About Rechargeable Ni-MH Batteries • If you repeatedly charge rechargeable Ni-MH batteries while they still have some charge remaining, the message Battery exhausted. may be displayed prematurely when using the batteries. This is due to the “memory effect,” in which the amount of charge the batteries can hold decreases temporarily. Use the batteries until there is no charge remaining and they will return to their normal behavior. • Rechargeable Ni-MH batteries discharge even when not being used.
Memory Cards Use only Secure Digital memory cards. Approved memory cards ➝ A 14 Observe the precautions noted in the documentation included with your memory card. Do not affix labels or stickers to the memory card. Do not format the memory card using a computer. Before using a memory card with this camera, format the card using this camera if the card has been used with another device. Before using a new memory card, we recommend using this camera to format the card.
Cleaning and Storage Cleaning Do not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals. Monitor Remove dust or lint with a blower. To remove fingerprints, oil, or other grime, wipe the area with a soft, dry cloth or an eyeglass cleaning cloth. Do not wipe forcefully or wipe with a rough cloth, otherwise the camera may be damaged or malfunction. Body • Remove dust or lint with a blower. Wipe with a soft, dry cloth.
Storage Remove the batteries if the camera will not be used for an extended period. To prevent mold or malfunction and to ensure long, trouble-free use of the camera, we recommend you insert the batteries and operate the camera approximately once a month.
Troubleshooting If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. Power, Display, Settings Issues Problem A Cause/Solution Technical Notes and Index Camera turns off without warning. 18 • Battery is exhausted. • Camera has turned off automatically to save power. 19 F5 • The camera or battery have become too cold and cannot operate properly. 19 18 2, 19 Monitor is blank. • Camera is off.
A Problem Cause/Solution Date and time of recording are not correct. • If camera clock has not been set, “Date not set” indicator flashes during shooting and movie recording. Images and movies saved before clock is set are dated “00/00/0000 00:00” or “01.01.12 00:00” respectively. The shooting date and time of still images is not displayed during playback. Set the correct time and date from the Date and time option in the setup menu.
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 replace the battery, then turn the camera on again. In the event of continued malfunction, contact your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative.
Problem A Cause/Solution Streaks of light or partial discoloration are visible in the monitor. Smear occurs when extremely bright light strikes the image sensor. When recording movies, avoiding bright objects, such as the sun, reflections of the sun, and electric lights is recommended. 74, F4 Bright specks appear in images captured with flash. Flash is reflecting off particles in air. Set the flash mode setting to y Flash off. 44 Flash does not fire. • The flash mode is set to y Flash off.
Problem A Cause/Solution The flash mode is set to y Flash off. Flash window is blocked. Subject is beyond flash range. Adjust exposure compensation. Images are too dark (underexposed). • • • • Images are too bright (overexposed). Adjust exposure compensation. Saving images takes time. It may take more time to save images in the following situations.
Cause/Solution A One of these features cannot be used: Change colors, Highlight colors, Decorate, Soften pictures, Add starbursts, Add a fisheye effect, Add a diorama effect, Small picture, or Crop • These options cannot be used with movies. • Images created using Photo albums cannot be edited. • Editing functions other than Small picture cannot be added to images captured using Decorate. • Images cannot be cropped when played back using View favorites.
Problem Cannot select paper size with camera. Technical Notes and Index F16 Cause/Solution A Paper size cannot be selected from the camera in the following situations, even when printing from a PictBridge-compatible printer. Use the printer to select paper size. • The printer does not support the paper sizes specified by the camera. • The printer automatically selects the paper size.
Specifications Nikon COOLPIX S30 Digital Camera Type Compact digital camera Effective pixels 10.1 million Image sensor 1 Lens 3× optical zoom, NIKKOR lens /3-in. type CCD; approx. 10.44 million total pixels Focal length 4.1-12.3mm (angle of view equivalent to that of 29.1-87.3 mm lens in 35mm [135] format) f/-number f/3.3-5.9 Construction 6 elements in 5 groups Digital zoom Up to 4× (angle of view equivalent to that of approx.
Storage Media Internal memory (approx. 47 MB), SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card File system DCF, Exif 2.
Audio/video (A/V) output; digital I/O (USB) Supported languages Arabic, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hindi, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese (European and Brazilian), Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian, Vietnamese Power sources • Two LR6/L40 (AA-size) alkaline batteries • Two FR6/L91 (AA-size) lithium batteries • Two EN-MH2 rechargeable Ni-MH batteries (availa
Shockproof Cleared our testing conditions2 compliant with MIL-STD 810F Method 516.5-Shock • Unless otherwise stated, all figures are for a camera with fully-charged LR6/L40 (AA-size) alkaline batteries operated at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F). Data for lithium batteries apply when using two commercially available FR6/L91 (AA-size) Energizer(R) Ultimate Lithium batteries. 1 Based on Camera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA) standards for measuring the life of camera batteries.
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 A Auto mode.................................................... 18 c Playback mode........................................... 25 l Setup menu.................................................... 80 c (shooting/playback mode) button... 3 .AVI...................................................................... E51 .JPG..................................................................... E51 .WAV ..................................................................
DPOF print.................................................... E20 DSCN................................................................. E51 Full-frame playback ......................................... 25 Full-time AF........................................................... 52 E H Electronic VR ..................................... 80, E44 EN-MH1 ............................................................... F5 EN-MH2 ................................................... 11, E53 Erase ................
N Nickel-metal hydride rechargeable batteries ................................................................ 11 Nikon Transfer 2 .............................. 66, 68, 70 Number of exposures remaining.... 18, 51 O Optical zoom ........................................................ 21 Optional accessories .............................. E53 P Technical Notes and Index Panorama Maker 6............................................ 68 Paper size ......................................
Thumbnail display............................................ 61 Tripod socket ........................................... 3, F19 TV ............................................................... 65, E11 U USB cable .................. 64, 69, E15, E53 USB/audio/video output connector ................................. 3, 64, 69, E11, E13 Using skin softening........................................ 58 V Video mode........................................ 80, E47 View.......................................
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