Nikon Coolpix SQ manual Scene Modes, Following scenes are available, Portrait, Party/Indoor

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Scene Modes

The following scenes are available:

Portrait

Use for portraits. Main subject stands out clearly while background details are softened, lending the composi- tion a sense of depth.

•Degree to which background details are softened depends on the amount of light available.

•Focus area can be selected manually using multi selec- tor. (AF area mode: Manual 81)

(Can be changed)

OFF

Party/Indoor

Use for shots that include details of the background behind the main subject, or to capture the effects of candlelight and other indoor background lighting.

• Camera focuses on subject at center of focus area.

		(Can be changed)		OFF

Night Portrait

Use for shots that provide a natural balance between the main subject and the background when shooting portraits against a backdrop of night scenery.

•Noise reduction turns on automatically.

•Camera focuses on subject at center of focus area.

		(anytime flash with red-eye reduction)		OFF

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Contents Guide to Digital Photography With Trademark Information Observe caution when using the camera strap Observe proper precautions when handling batteriesTurn off immediately in the event of malfunction Do not use in the presence of flammable gasObserve caution when operat- ing the flash Use appropriate cablesKeep out of reach of children Removing memory cardsFor Home or Office USE Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced Before Taking Important Pictures Life-Long LearningContents Optional Accessories Caring for your Camera and Battery ContentsViewing Pictures on a Computer Printing Pictures DpofPage Symbols and conventions are used in this manual IntroductionCamera Before You BeginPlayback button Zoom Buttons Also acts as secondary Indications and icons displayed when taking pictures MonitorIndicators and icons when reviewing pictures Displaying indicators and icons in Playback ModeMode Dial Auto ModeScene Mode Manual Mode Movie ModeMulti Selector Shutter-release ButtonTon halfway Ton the rest of the wayCOOL-STATION MV-10 EH-61 AC Adapter EH-61Inserting the Battery Insert the batteryCard slot cover Remove the battery Battery is partially ejectedRemoving the Battery First Steps Alternative Power SourcesCharging the Battery Power lamp will glow showing the EH-61 is plugged in fConnect the EH-61 AC adapter to the COOL-STATION Place the camera on the COOL-STATIONFThe power-on lamp on the camera blinks and charging starts Power-on lamp MeaningFirst Steps To Charge the Battery Directly Spare battery charge lamp MeaningInserting the Memory Card Confirm that the camera is offInsert the memory card Check label for correct orientationFirst Steps Removing Memory Cards Formatting Memory CardsApproved Memory Cards Checking the Battery Level Check the battery level in the monitorAuto Power Off Turn the camera onTurning the Camera off ButtonBasic Setup Select Month. Repeat steps 8-9 to Return to setup menu Clock BatterySelect Mode Set the mode dial to Turn the camera onBasic Photography Shooting mode Select ModeFlash mode Image sizeAdjust the lens angle Frame the pictureReady the camera Hold the camera steadily in both handsFrame your subject Use the zoom buttonsFocus area indicator Focus and ShootFocus Status MeaningBasic Photography When Lighting is Poor Take the pictureFocus and Shoot During RecordingFocus and Shoot Getting Good Results with the Autofocus Quick Deletion or memo recordAF-Assist illuminator Check the focus area indicator Focus on subjectRecompose the picture Press the button View pictures in the monitorButton is also used to turn on the camera Your most recent picture will be displayed in the monitorHighlight Yes Image File and Folder NamesUsing the Flash Display flash-mode menu Highlight desired modeFollowing flash modes are available Exit menu. Flash mode shown by icon at bottom of monitor Easy Close-Ups Macro Close-up Mode Close-UpsTaking a Self-Portrait Self-timer Mode Picture is takenTaking a Self-Portrait Self-timer Mode Self-TimerPress shutter-release once Lector or to display menu Choosing an Exposure Compensation ValueExposure Compensation Choosing a Scene Mode Scene ModesBy icon in the monitor Choose scene. Current selectionImage Quality and Size in Scene Mode Scene ModesNoise Reduction Scene Modes Following scenes are availablePortrait Party/IndoorSports Beach/SnowLandscape Sunset Dusk/DawnNight Landscape Close Up MuseumFireworks Show Copy Back LightPanorama Assist Scene Modes More on PhotographyTaking Pictures for a Panorama HighlightWith the previous picture Middle of the monitorScene Modes Panorama Assist When icon is displayed Quick Deletion/Memo RecordPress More on Photography For more information onViewing Pictures on the Camera More on Playback PressYes Taking a Closer Look Playback Zoom Viewing Pictures on the CameraPress Description More on PlaybackAdding Audio Commentary Voice Memo No toYes to Viewing Pictures on a TV Turn the camera off Connect the video cableTurn the TV to the video channel Before Connecting the Camera Viewing Pictures on a ComputerTo select the USB option Highlight USBViewing Pictures on a Computer Windows 2000 ProfessionalWindows 98 Second Edition SE Mac OS 9 9.0Selecting Pictures for Transfer USB HubTurn the camera off and place it on the COOL-STATION CCheck that the camera is turned offTransferring Pictures Press the button on the COOL-STATION to transfer picturesDisconnecting the Camera Drag the Noname camera volume to the TrashDrag the untitled camera volume to the Trash My Computer, click with the right mouse button onSelect Delete print set to cancel all the print settings Printing Pictures DpofPictures on memory card displayed as thumbnail images Highlight picturePress Button to complete Light Info and press the multiSelector Check will appear Box next to itemPrinting Pictures Dpof Date Print SetRecording Movies Lease Button all Way down a second Time to end recordingMovies Viewing Movies Multi selector is used to play back moviesMovies Press Description Option Description Mode Dial Image Quality Shooting menu contains the following optionsWhite Balance Shooting MenuTo make a selection from the shooting menu Highlight menu itemMenu Operation Guide White BalanceImage Quality Image SizeOption Shooting Menu Image Quality/SizeOption Size pixels Print size approx 16-MB64-MB White Balance White balance is used to preserve natural colorsPreset White Balance Option DescriptionMode When to Use It WeightedMetering MatrixRestrictions on Camera Settings Continuous ContinuousContinuous or Multi-ShotBest Shot Selector Best Shot SelectorAF Area Mode ManualAuto-Focus Mode Shooting Menu Auto mode and movie modePress the button to enter the full-screen playback mode Playback menu contains the following optionsTo display the playback menu DeleteSlide Show Press the multi selector to start a slide showPlayback Menu Press Description Slide ShowDelete Delete menu contains the following op- tionsDeleting All Pictures on the Memory Card Protect You can select pictures to protect from accidental deletionComplete operation Small Picture Highlight a pictureLarger than the original Small Picture Auto Transfer IconSelecting/Deselecting Pictures for Transfer CF Card Format Setup menu contains the following options To display the setup menuAuto Off Setup Menu Welcome ScreenTo select an image Welcome Screen options dis Press Button to select PlayedOn the Welcome Screen Screen, press the Menu buttonVolume BrightnessAuto Off Video Mode Reset AllReset All is used to reset settings to their default values Optional Accessories Battery chargerMonitor hood Technical NotesCaring for your Camera and Battery Cleaning LensMonitor BodyStorage Technical Notes BatteriesError Messages Display Problem SolutionTechnical Notes Error Messages Display Problem Solution CoolTroubleshooting Problem Possible causeElectronically-Controlled Cameras Technical Notes Troubleshooting Coolpix SQ105 106 Specifications Coolpix SQSpecifications Design Rule for Camera File System DCF Exif VersionAuto mode Macro close-up/self-timerTechnical Auto power Off Exposure compensationReset All Scene modes Self-portrait Self-timer Menu button 46, 72 Microphone 12, 55, 58Noise Reduction 47, 48 Number of exposures QuickTimeSpare battery 107103 Memo Memo Memo Nikon Corporation