Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)

n Black and white copy

Provides clear images of text or drawings on a whiteboard or in print.

The camera focuses on the area in the center of the frame.

Use together with macro mode (A65) when shooting subjects that are close to the camera.

oBacklighting

Use when light is coming from behind the subject, throwing

features or details into shadow.

From the screen displayed after the o Backlighting scene mode is selected, enable or disable the high dynamic range (HDR) function.

When HDR is set to Off (default setting): The flash fires to prevent the subject from being hidden in shadow.

-The camera focuses on the area in the center of the frame.

-When the shutter-release button is pressed all the way down, one image is captured.

When HDR is set to On: Use when taking pictures with very bright and dark areas in the same frame.

-The Picon is displayed in the shooting screen.

-The camera focuses on the area in the center of the frame. Digital zoom cannot be used.

-When the shutter-release button is pressed all the way, the camera shoots images continuously at high speed, and saves the following two images.

-A non-HDR composite image

-An HDR composite image in which the loss of details in highlights or shadows is minimized

-The second image saved is an HDR composite image. If there is only enough memory to save one image, an image processed by D-Lighting (A79) at the time of shooting, in which dark areas of the image are corrected, is the only image saved.

-Once the shutter-release button is pressed all the way, hold the camera still until a still image is displayed. After taking a picture, do not turn the camera off before the monitor switches to the shooting screen.

-The angle of view (i.e., the area visible in the frame) seen in the saved image will be narrower than that seen in the monitor at the time of shooting.

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Nikon S6300 manual Scene Mode Shooting Suited to Scenes

S6300 specifications

The Nikon S6300 is a compact digital camera that seamlessly combines advanced technology with user-friendly features, making it an excellent choice for photography enthusiasts and novices alike. Released as part of Nikon's Coolpix line, the S6300 garnered attention for its impressive capabilities in a sleek design.

At the heart of the S6300 is a 16-megapixel CMOS sensor, which allows for vibrant and clear image capture even in challenging lighting conditions. This sensor size is substantial for a compact camera, providing greater depth and detail in photographs. Coupled with an EXPEED C2 image processor, the S6300 excels in reducing noise and enhancing overall image quality, resulting in sharp, high-resolution photos.

One of the standout features of the S6300 is its versatile NIKKOR lens with a 10x optical zoom. This lens ranges from a wide-angle 25mm to a telephoto 250mm, enabling users to capture a variety of scenes, from expansive landscapes to detailed close-ups. The lens is complemented by optical image stabilization (VR), which minimizes blurriness caused by camera shake, allowing for steady shots even at full zoom or in low light.

The S6300 also boasts a 3-inch LCD screen with 921,000 dots, providing clear and vibrant playback and easy navigation through menus. This screen is particularly beneficial for reviewing images and adjusting settings on the fly. The camera features a range of automatic shooting modes, including Smart Portrait and Scene Selection, which take the guesswork out of photography. With these modes, users can quickly select settings that best fit specific situations, from portraits to night scenes.

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