Step 3 Focus and Shoot

1Press the shutter-release button halfway.

Focus is locked when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.

Basic Photography

When a face is recognized, it is framed by the double border indicating the active focus area. When the subject is in focus, the double border turns green.

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Aperture

Shutter speed

and Playback: A (Auto) Mode

When a face is not recognized, camera automatically selects the focus area (up to nine areas) containing the subject closest to the camera. When the subject is in focus, the active focus area glows green.

When digital zoom is used, the focus area is not displayed and the camera focuses at the center of the frame. Once focus has been acquired, the focus indicator will glow green.

When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the shutter speed and aperture value are also displayed.

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Aperture

Shutter speed

Focus indicator

Focus and exposure remain locked while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.

While the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the focus area or focus indicator may blink red. This indicates that the camera is unable to focus. Modify the composition and press the shutter-release button halfway again.

2Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down.

The shutter is released and the picture will be recorded to the memory card or internal memory.

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Nikon COOLPIXS4000CS, COOLPIXS4000PLUM, s4000 Focus and Shoot, Press the shutter-release button halfway, Shutter speed
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COOLPIXS4000PLUM, COOLPIXS4000CS, COOLPIXS4000MDKIT, coolpix, s4000 specifications

The Nikon S4000, a part of the popular Coolpix series, is a compact digital camera that combines user-friendly features and advanced technology to cater to both amateur and intermediate photographers. This model stands out with its sleek design and impressive functionality, making it a go-to choice for capturing everyday moments with style and precision.

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