The Mode Dial

To select a mode, align the mode icon with the mark next to the mode dial.

Introduction

Auto ( 17)

A simple “point-and-shoot” mode recommended for first time users of digital cameras.

Playback ( 65)

PSAM ( 46)

Choose these modes for varying degrees of control over shutter speed and aperture.

Scene ( 26)

Choose from fifteen “scenes” suited to dif- ferent subjects or shoot- ing conditions and let the

camera do the rest.

Play pictures back in the monitor.

WB ( 54)

Choose from five movie

modes.

Display a menu of white balance options.

ISO ( 52)

Display a menu of sensitivity (ISO equivalency) options.

( 33)

Display a menu of image quality and size options.

Setup ( 130)

Display the setup menu, where you can perform such tasks as setting the camera clock and adjust- ing monitor brightness.

The Multi Selector

The multi selector is used to navigate through the camera menus.

Move cursor up

Cancel and return to previous menu, or move cursor left

Move cursor down

Press center to make selection

Display sub-menu, move cur- sor right, or make selection.

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Nikon COOLPIX8800 manual Mode Dial, Multi Selector, Multi selector is used to navigate through the camera menus