Exposure Modes Pre-set before camera insertion

Shooting Techniques:

Exposure Modes: (Pre-set before camera insertion)

There are several exposure modes [15 different Scene modes] for photographers to choose from, depending on the situation. Underwater it is recommended that you shoot in the Auto mode on the camera in which ambient light and artificial light will be automatically controlled by the camera according to the lighting conditions. You can also select different light meters to use, based on the situation and your personal preferences. Additionally, you can choose the Auto White Balance setting for color temperature control, or experiment with some of the other modes to see which will work best underwater. These settings do not have to be made ahead of any dive, as they can be accessed through the housing controls while underwater.

Please reference the Coolpix instruction manual for details on how to set these camera options, and under what conditions the different choices would be used.

Zoom Control:

Zoom in for telephoto photos and larger subject size. Zoom out for wide-angle scenes. It is generally not recommended to use the zoom underwater as it is preferable to get physically closer to your subject. The digital zoom has no value at all.

Macro Focus:

For capturing the tiny and exotic subjects that require close focus. Macro focus is possible when the lens is in the wide-angle position.

Quick Review:

Immediate review of most recent image is available that will confirm that you captured the shot you want. However, if you want to scroll through your images, or delete images from the memory card, this should be done when you are topside and the camera is out of the housing.