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DIGITAL CAMERA
Reference Manual
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Trademark Information • Microsoft, Windows and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. • Macintosh, Mac OS, and QuickTime are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. The iFrame logo and the iFrame symbol are trademarks of Apple Inc. • Adobe and Acrobat are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Inc. • SDXC, SDHC and SD Logos are trademarks of SD-3C, LLC. • PictBridge is a t
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Introduction Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations The Basics of Shooting and Playback Shooting Features Playback Features Recording and Playing Back Movies General Camera Setup Reference Section Technical Notes and Index i
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Introduction Introduction Read This First Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX S6300 digital camera. Before using the camera, please read the information in “For Your Safety” (Avi) and familiarize yourself with the information provided in this manual. After reading, please keep this manual handy and refer to it to enhance your enjoyment of your new camera. Confirming the Package Contents In the event that any items are missing, please contact the store where you purchased the camera. C
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Introduction Read This First About This Manual If you want to start using the camera right away, see “The Basics of Shooting and Playback” (A15). To learn about the parts of the camera and basic operations, see “Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations” (A1). Other Information • Symbols and Conventions To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and conventions are used in this manual: Symbol Description This icon indicates cautions and information that should be
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Introduction Read This First Information and Precautions Life-Long Learning As part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product support and education, continually updated information is available online at the following sites: • For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/ • For users in Europe and Africa: http://www.europe-nikon.com/support/ • For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http://www.nikon-asia.com/ Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest
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Introduction Read This First • While every effort was made to ensure that the information in these manuals is accurate and complete, we would appreciate it were you to bring any errors or omissions to the attention of the Nikon representative in your area (address provided separately). Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction Note that simply being in possession of material that was digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera or other device may be pun
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Introduction For Your Safety To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equipment. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the product will read them. The consequences that could result from failure to observe the precautions listed in this section are indicated by the following symbol: This icon marks warnings, information that should be read before using this Nikon prod
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Introduction For Your Safety Observe caution when • If liquid from the damaged battery handling the battery comes in contact with clothing or skin, rinse immediately with plenty The battery may leak, overheat, or of water. explode if improperly handled. Observe the following precautions Observe the following when handling the battery for use in precautions when handling this product: the Charging AC Adapter • Before replacing the battery, turn • Keep dry. Failure to observe this the p
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Introduction For Your Safety Use appropriate cables Avoid contact with liquid crystal When connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use only the cables Should the monitor break, care should be taken to avoid injury caused by provided or sold by Nikon for the purpose, to maintain compliance with broken glass and to prevent liquid crystal from the monitor touching the product regulations. skin or entering the eyes or mouth. Handle moving parts with care Turn the power off when usi
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Introduction Notices equipment does cause harmful Notices for Customers in the interference to radio or television U.S.A. reception, which can be determined IMPORTANT SAFETY by turning the equipment off and on, INSTRUCTIONS - the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF antenna. FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE • Increase the
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Introduction Notices Notice for customers in the State of Notices for customers in Europe California CAUTIONS WARNING RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS Handling the cord on this product will REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT expose you to lead, a chemical known TYPE. to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE Wash hands after handling. INSTRUCTIONS. Nikon Inc., 1300 Walt Whitman Road This symbol indicates that Melville, N
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Introduction Table of Contents Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... ii Read This First ........................................................................................................................................ ii Confirming the Package Contents ............................................................................................................. ii About This Ma
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Introduction Table of Contents Shooting Features............................................................................................................................ 37 A (Auto) Mode ................................................................................................................................... 38 Changing A (Auto) Mode Settings ....................................................................................................... 38 Options Available in the Auto Shooti
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Introduction Table of Contents Recording and Playing Back Movies.......................................................................................... 87 Recording Movies ............................................................................................................................... 88 Changing Movie Recording Settings (the Movie Menu) ........................................................... 91 Playing Back Movies.............................................................
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Introduction Table of Contents The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) ......................................................................... E36 White Balance (Adjusting Hue) ........................................................................................................ E36 Continuous Shooting.............................................................................................................................. E38 ISO Sensitivity.................................................
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Introduction Table of Contents Charge by Computer............................................................................................................................... E80 Blink Warning ............................................................................................................................................... E82 Eye-Fi Upload ...............................................................................................................................................
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Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations This chapter describes the parts of the camera and also explains how to use basic camera features. Parts of the Camera .............................................................2 The Camera Body ...............................................................................................................2 Controls Used in Shooting Mode ..........................................................................
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Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations Parts of the Camera The Camera Body 1 23 45 6 11 10 9 7 8 Lens cover closed 1 Shutter-release button....................4, 5, 30 5 Microphone (stereo)...........................79, 88 Zoom control........................................4, 5, 29 6 Flash......................................................................62 f: wide-angle .....................................4, 29 7 Lens g: telephoto.................
