Nikon Coolpix S600 User Manual

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Using the Flash
Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode
BThe W (Off) IndicatorTurn vibration reduction (A103) off when using a tripod. Note the following when lighting is poor 
and the flash is off (W): 
•Place the camera on a flat, level surface or use a tripod (recommended).
•The E is displayed when the camera automatically increases sensitivity to minimize blur caused 
by slow shutter speed. Pictures taken when E is displayed may be slightly mottled.
BNote on Using the FlashWhen using the flash...

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Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode
Taking Pictures with the Self-timer
The camera is equipped with a ten-second and two-second timer for self-portraits. 
When using the self-timer, use of a tripod is recommended. Turn vibration 
reduction (A103) off when using a tripod.
1Press n (self-timer).
The self-timer menu is displayed.
2Use the rotary multi selector to choose 10 s or 
2 s and press k.
10 s (ten seconds): Suited for important occasions 
(such as weddings)
2 s (two seconds): Suited for...

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Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode
Macro Mode
Macro mode is used for taking pictures of objects as close as 3 cm (1.2 in.). Note 
that the flash may be unable to light entire subject at distances of less than 50 cm 
(19.7 in.).
1Press p (macro mode).
The macro menu is displayed.
2Use the rotary multi selector to choose ON 
and press k.
The macro mode icon (F) is displayed.
The monitor will return to the normal display for the 
current mode if the setting is not applied by pressing k 
within a...

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Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode
Exposure Compensation
Exposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value suggested by the 
camera to make pictures brighter or darker.
1Press the rotary multi selector o (exposure 
compensation).
The exposure compensation guide is displayed.
2Use the rotary multi selector to adjust 
exposure.
•When the picture is too dark: adjust the exposure 
compensation to “+” side.
•When the picture is too bright: adjust the exposure 
compensation to “-” side....

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High sensitivity Shooting Mode
High sensitivity Shooting Mode
Shooting in the High sensitivity Shooting Mode
In high sensitivity shooting mode, sensitivity is increased when shooting under 
low lighting, to reduce blurring caused by camera shake or subject movement, 
allowing you to capture the atmosphere of the scene. ISO sensitivity will be 
automatically increased to a maximum of 2000, depending upon the brightness of 
the subject.
1Enter high sensitivity shooting 
mode by pressing e in 
shooting...

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Shooting Suited for the Scene
Shooting Suited for the Scene
Shooting in the Scene Mode
Camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected subject type. The 
following scene modes are available.
Setting the Scene Mode
1Enter scene mode by pressing e 
in shooting mode, selecting C(use 
the rotary multi selector), and then 
pressing k.
2Press d to display the scene 
menu screen, choose the desired 
scene and press k.
3Frame the subject and shoot.
DImage Mode
A Image mode (A76) can be set in the...

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Shooting in the Scene Mode
Shooting Suited for the Scene
Features
* Other settings can be selected.
* Other settings can be selected.
* Other settings can be selected.
CIcons Used for DescriptionsThe following icons are used for descriptions in this section: m, flash mode (A28); n, self-timer (A30); p, macro mode (A31); o, exposure compensation (A32); h, AF-assist illumination (A104).
CScene Mode SettingsAdjustments to the flash mode setting, self-timer setting, macro mode setting, and exposure...

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Shooting in the Scene Mode
Shooting Suited for the Scene
* Other settings can be selected.
1Fill flash with slow sync and red-eye reduction.2Other settings can be selected.
1Slow sync with red-eye reduction. Other settings can be selected.2Other settings can be selected.O: For those scene modes with O, use of a tripod is recommended. Turn vibration reduction 
(A103) off when using a tripod.
d Sports
Use this mode for dynamic action shots that freeze the action 
in a single shot and record motion in a...

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Shooting in the Scene Mode
Shooting Suited for the Scene
* Other settings can be selected.
* Other settings can be selected.
* Other settings can be selected.
O: For those scene modes with O, use of a tripod is recommended. Turn vibration reduction 
(A103) off when using a tripod.
g Beach/snow
Captures the brightness of such subjects as snowfields, 
beaches, or sunlit expanses of water. 
•Camera focuses on subject in center of frame.
mU*nOff*pOff*o0.0*hAuto*
h SunsetO
Preserves the deep hues seen in...

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Shooting in the Scene Mode
Shooting Suited for the Scene
* Other settings can be selected.
* Other settings can be selected. Note that the flash may be unable to light entire subject at 
distances of less than 50 cm (19.7 in.)
O: For those scene modes with O, use of a tripod is recommended. Turn vibration reduction 
(A103) off when using a tripod.
j Night landscapeO
Slow shutter speeds are used to produce stunning night 
landscapes. 
•Camera focuses at infinity. The focus area indicator or focus...