Page 25 DIGITAL CAMERA Reference Manual...
Page 26 High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. • All other trade names mentioned in this manual or the other documentation provided with your Nikon product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. AVC Patent Portfolio License...
Page 27 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...
Page 28: Read This First
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.
Page 29: About This Manual
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 •...
Page 30: Information And Precautions
Before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at weddings or before taking the camera on a trip), take a test shot to ensure that the camera is functioning normally. Nikon will not be held liable for damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction.
Page 31 • 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 punishable by law.
Page 32: For Your Safety
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.
Page 33 Should the insulation be backwards. damaged and the wires become • Do not short or disassemble the exposed, take it to a Nikon-authorized battery or attempt to remove or service representative for inspection. break the battery insulation or casing.
Page 34 Should the monitor break, care should and output jacks, use only the cables be taken to avoid injury caused by provided or sold by Nikon for the broken glass and to prevent liquid purpose, to maintain compliance with crystal from the monitor touching the product regulations.
Page 35: Notices
Nikon interference in a residential installation. Corporation may void the user’s This equipment generates, uses, and authority to operate the equipment.
Page 36 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, New York 11747-3064 this product is to be collected separately.
Page 37: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction ............................ii Read This First ............................ii Confirming the Package Contents ......................ii About This Manual............................... iii Information and Precautions........................iv For Your Safety............................vi WARNINGS ................................vi Notices ..............................ix Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations ................. 1 Parts of the Camera..........................
Page 38 Table of Contents Shooting Features ..........................37 A (Auto) Mode ........................... 38 Changing A (Auto) Mode Settings ....................... 38 Options Available in the Auto Shooting Menu................39 Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) .................. 41 Changing Scene Mode Settings........................ 41 Characteristics of Each Scene........................
Page 39 Table of Contents Recording and Playing Back Movies..................87 Recording Movies ..........................88 Changing Movie Recording Settings (the Movie Menu) ............91 Playing Back Movies........................... 92 General Camera Setup........................93 The Setup Menu ..........................94 Reference Section ........................E1 Using Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playback) ..............E2 Shooting with Easy Panorama......................
Page 40 Table of Contents The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) ................. E36 White Balance (Adjusting Hue) ......................E36 Continuous Shooting..........................E38 ISO Sensitivity............................... E41 Color Options............................... E42 AF Area Mode .............................. E43 Autofocus Mode............................E45 The Smart Portrait Menu ......................E46 Skin Softening .............................
Page 41 Table of Contents Charge by Computer..........................E80 Blink Warning ............................... E82 Eye-Fi Upload ............................... E84 Filmstrip ................................E85 Reset All ................................E86 Firmware Version ............................E89 File and Folder Names....................... E90 Optional Accessories ......................... E91 Error Messages ..........................E92 Technical Notes and Index......................F1 Maximizing Camera Life and Performance................
Page 42: 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 .................4 Controls Used in Playback Mode ..................5 The Monitor ..........................6 Basic Operations..............9 Switching Between Shooting Mode and Playback Mode ........9...
Page 43: Parts Of The Camera
Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations Parts of the Camera The Camera Body Lens cover closed Shutter-release button....4, 5, 30 Microphone (stereo)......79, 88 Zoom control........4, 5, 29 Flash..............62 f: wide-angle ........4, 29 Lens g: telephoto...........4, 29 h: thumbnail playback....5, 33 Lens cover i: playback zoom.......5, 33 Eyelet for camera strap......13...
Page 44 Parts of the Camera Charge lamp........19, E81 Connector cover ........18, 81 Flash lamp............62 Battery-chamber/ b (e movie-record) button..4, 5, 88 memory card slot cover....16, 17 A (shooting mode) button Battery latch .............16 ..............4, 5, 9, 26 Battery chamber..........16 c (playback) button ..4, 5, 9, 32, 78 Memory card slot..........20 Rotary multi selector USB/audio/video output connector...
Page 45: Controls Used In Shooting Mode
Parts of the Camera Controls Used in Shooting Mode Control Name Main Function Shooting Changes the shooting mode (displays the mode button shooting mode selection screen). Zooms in and out; rotate to g (i) to zoom in and make the subject larger, and rotate Zoom control to f (h) to zoom out and view a wider area.
Page 46: Controls Used In Playback Mode
Parts of the Camera Controls Used in Playback Mode Control Name Main Function • Changes the playback mode (displays the playback mode selection screen). Playback • When the camera is off, press and hold button this button to turn the camera on in playback mode.
Page 47: The Monitor
Parts of the Camera The Monitor • The information that is displayed in the monitor during shooting and playback changes depending on the camera’s settings and state of use. By default, information is displayed when the camera is first turned on and when you operate the camera, and turns off after a few seconds (when Monitor settings (A94) ➝...
Page 48 Parts of the Camera Shooting mode ........26, 27 Aperture value..........30 Macro mode ............ 65 Shutter speed..........30 Zoom indicator........29, 65 Print date ............95 Focus indicator ..........30 Focus area (auto) ........30, 40 AE/AF-L indicator ........E5 Focus area (for manual or center) ..40 Flash mode............62 Focus area (face detection, pet detection).........
Page 49: Playback Mode
Parts of the Camera Playback Mode 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 : 3 0 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 : 3 0 9 9 9 9 . J P G 9 9 9 9 .
Page 50: Basic Operations
Basic Operations Switching Between Shooting Mode and Playback Mode The camera has two modes of operation: Shooting mode, which is used for taking pictures, and playback mode, which is used for viewing pictures. To switch to playback mode, press the c (playback) button. To switch to shooting mode, press the A (shooting mode) button.
Page 51: Using The Rotary Multi Selector
Basic Operations Using the Rotary Multi Selector Rotate the rotary multi selector, press its upper (H), lower (I), left (J), or right side (K), or press the k button. • The rotary multi selector is sometimes referred to as “the multi selector” in this manual. In Shooting Mode Rotate to select an item.* Displays the m (flash...
Page 52: Using Menus (The D Button)
Basic Operations Using Menus (the d Button) If you press the d button while the shooting screen or playback screen is displayed, the menu for the current mode is displayed. Once the menu is displayed, you can change various settings. Shooting mode Playback mode 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 : 3 0...
Page 53: Switching Between Tabs
Basic Operations Switching Between Tabs Shooting menu Shooting menu Set up Image mode Welcome screen Image mode White balance White balance Time zone and date Monitor settings Continuous Continuous ISO sensitivity ISO sensitivity Print date Color options Color options Vibration reduction AF area mode AF area mode Motion detection...
Page 54: Attaching The Camera Strap
Basic Operations Attaching the Camera Strap...
Page 56: The Basics Of Shooting And Playback
The Basics of Shooting and Playback Preparation Preparation 1 Insert the Battery ..................16 Preparation 2 Charge the Battery ..................18 Preparation 3 Insert a Memory Card................20 Shooting Step 1 Turn the Camera On....................22 Setting the Display Language, Date, and Time (First Use After Purchase)..24 Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode..................26 Step 3 Frame a Picture .......................28 Step 4 Focus and Shoot.....................30...
Page 57: Preparation 1 Insert The Battery
The Basics of Shooting and Playback Preparation 1 Insert the Battery Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. Insert the included EN-EL12 battery Battery latch (rechargeable Li-ion battery). • Use the battery to push the orange battery latch in the direction indicated by the arrow (1), and fully insert the battery (2).
Page 58: Removing The Battery
Preparation 1 Insert the Battery Removing the Battery Turn the camera off and be sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have turned off before opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. To eject the battery, open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover and slide the orange battery latch up in the direction indicated by the arrow (1).
Page 59: Preparation 2 Charge The Battery
Preparation 2 Charge the Battery Prepare the included Charging AC Adapter EH-69P. If a plug adapter* is included with your camera, attach the plug adapter to the plug on the Charging AC Adapter. Push the plug adapter firmly until it is securely held in place. Once the two are connected, attempting to forcibly remove the plug adapter could damage the product.
Page 60 Preparation 2 Charge the Battery The Charge Lamp Status Description Flashes slowly The battery is charging. (green) The battery is not charging. When charging is complete, the charge lamp stops flashing green and turns off. • The ambient temperature is not suited to charging. Charge the battery indoors with an ambient temperature of 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F).
Page 61: Preparation 3 Insert A Memory Card
Preparation 3 Insert a Memory Card Be sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor are off and open the battery- chamber/memory card slot cover. • Be sure to turn off the camera before opening the cover. Insert the memory card. Memory card slot •...
Page 62: Internal Memory And Memory Cards
Preparation 3 Insert a Memory Card Removing Memory Cards Turn the camera off and be sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have turned off before opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. Gently push the memory card into the camera (1) to partially eject the card, and then remove the card (2).
Page 63: Step 1 Turn The Camera On
Step 1 Turn the Camera On Press the power switch to turn on the camera. • If you are turning the camera on for the first time after purchase, see “Setting the Display Language, Date, and Time” (A24). • The lens extends and the monitor turns on. Check the battery level indicator and the number of exposures remaining.
Page 64: Turning The Camera On And Off
Step 1 Turn the Camera On Turning the Camera On and Off • When the camera is turned on, the power-on lamp (green) will light and then the monitor will turn on (the power-on lamp turns off when the monitor turns on).
Page 65: Setting The Display Language, Date, And Time
Step 1 Turn the Camera On Setting the Display Language, Date, and Time When the camera is turned on for the first time, the language-selection screen and the date and time setting screen for the camera clock are displayed. Press the multi selector H or I Language to select the desired language and press the k button.
Page 66 Step 1 Turn the Camera On Press H or I to select Yes and press the k Date and time button. 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 :3 0 • When settings are finished, the lens extends and the camera switches to shooting mode.
Page 67: Step 2 Select A Shooting Mode
Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode Press the A button. • The shooting mode selection menu, which allows you to select the desired shooting mode, is displayed. Press the multi selector H or I Auto mode to select a shooting mode. •...
Page 68: Available Shooting Modes
Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode Available Shooting Modes Auto mode Used for general shooting. Settings can be adjusted in the shooting menu (A39) to suit the shooting conditions and the type of shot you want to capture. Scene mode Camera settings are optimized according to the scene that you select.
Page 69: Step 3 Frame A Picture
Step 3 Frame a Picture Hold the camera steady. • Keep fingers, hair, the camera strap, and other objects away from the lens, flash, AF assist-illuminator, microphone, and speaker. • When taking pictures in portrait (“tall”) orientation, turn the camera so that the flash is above the lens. Frame the picture.
Page 70: Using The Zoom
Step 3 Frame a Picture Using the Zoom Use the zoom control to activate optical zoom. Zoom out Zoom in • To zoom in closer to the subject, rotate the zoom control to g (telephoto). • To zoom out and view a larger area, rotate the zoom control to f (wide-angle).
Page 71: Step 4 Focus And Shoot
Step 4 Focus and Shoot Press the shutter-release button halfway, i.e., press the button slightly until you feel resistance. • When you press the shutter-release button halfway, the camera sets the focus and exposure (shutter speed and aperture value). Focus and exposure remain locked while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.
Page 72: Shutter
Step 4 Focus and Shoot Note on Recording Images and Saving Movies The indicator showing the number of exposures remaining or the indicator showing the maximum movie length flashes while images are being recorded or while a movie is being saved. Do not open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover or remove the battery or memory card while an indicator is flashing.
Page 73: Step 5 Play Back Images
Step 5 Play Back Images Press the c (playback) button. • When you switch from shooting mode to playback mode, the last image saved will be displayed full-frame. c (playback) button Use the multi selector to select an image to Display the previous image display.
Page 74: Changing How Images Are Displayed
Step 5 Play Back Images Changing How Images Are Displayed When using playback mode, you can change how images are displayed by rotating the zoom control to f (h) and g (i). Playback Zoom 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 : 3 0 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 : 3 0 0 0 0 4 .
Page 75: Step 6 Delete Unwanted Images
Step 6 Delete Unwanted Images Press the l button to delete the image currently displayed in the monitor. Press the multi selector H or I to select the desired deletion method and press the k Delete button. • Current image: Only the current image is deleted. Current image •...
Page 76 Step 6 Delete Unwanted Images Operating the Erase Selected Images Screen Press the multi selector J or K to select an Erase selected images image to be deleted, and then press H to display y. • To undo the selection, press I to remove y. •...
Page 78: Shooting Features
Shooting Features This chapter describes the camera’s shooting modes and the features that are available when using each shooting mode. You can select shooting modes and adjust settings according to the shooting conditions and the kind of images you want capture. 2 9 m 0 s 2 9 m 0 s Smart portrait...
Page 79: A (Auto) Mode
Shooting Features A (Auto) Mode Used for general shooting. Settings can be adjusted in the shooting menu (A39) to suit the shooting conditions and the type of shot you want to capture. Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M A (auto) mode (A26-27) •...
Page 80: Options Available In The Auto Shooting Menu
A (Auto) Mode Options Available in the Auto Shooting Menu When using A (auto) mode, the following settings can be changed. Select A (auto) mode M d button Shooting menu Image mode White balance Continuous ISO sensitivity Color options AF area mode Autofocus mode Option Description...
Page 81: Shutter
A (Auto) Mode Option Description Allows you to change the color tones of images at the time of shooting. The available settings are Standard color (default Color options setting), Vivid color, Black-and-white, Sepia, and Cyanotype. Allows you to determine how the camera selects the focus AF area mode area that is used for autofocus;...
Page 82: Scene Mode (Shooting Suited To Scenes)
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) When one of the following scenes is selected, camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected scene. Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M x (second icon from the top*) M K M select a scene (A26-27) * The icon of the last scene selected is displayed.
Page 83: Characteristics Of Each Scene
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) Characteristics of Each Scene x Scene auto selector The camera simplifies shooting by automatically selecting the optimum scene mode from the list below when the shot is framed. e: Portrait, f: Landscape, h: Night portrait, g: Night landscape, i: Close-up, j: Backlighting, d: Other scenes •...
Page 84: Shutter
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) d Sports Use this mode when shooting sporting events. The camera captures a series of still images that allow you to clearly see detailed movements in a moving subject. • The camera focuses on the area in the center of the frame. •...
Page 85: Shutter
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) f Party/indoor Suitable for taking pictures at parties. Captures the effects of candlelight and other indoor background lighting. • The camera focuses on the area in the center of the frame. • To avoid the effects of camera shake, hold the camera steady when shooting in dark surroundings.
Page 86: Shutter
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) j Night landscape Captures the atmosphere of night landscapes. From the screen displayed after the j Night landscape scene mode is selected, select Hand-held or Tripod. • Hand-held (default setting): Select this option to produce shots with reduced blurring and noise even when the camera is hand-held.
Page 87: Shutter
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) u Food Use this mode when taking pictures of food. • Macro mode (A65) is enabled and the camera automatically zooms to the closest position at which it can focus. • You can adjust hue by pressing the multi selector H and I. The hue setting is saved in the camera’s memory even after the camera is turned off.
Page 88: Shutter
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.
Page 89: Shutter
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) V Easy panorama Allows you to take a panorama picture viewable on the camera simply by moving the camera in the desired direction. • From the screen displayed after the V Easy panorama scene mode is selected, select the shooting range from Normal (180°) or Wide (360°).
Page 90: Shutter
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) O Pet portrait Use this mode when taking pictures of dogs or cats. When the camera detects the face of a dog or cat, the camera focuses on that face. Once the camera has focused, by default it automatically releases the shutter (pet portrait auto release).
Page 91: Shutter
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) s 3D photography Use this mode for taking 3D pictures viewable in three dimensions on a 3D-compatible TV or monitor. The camera captures one image for each eye to simulate a three-dimensional image. Images captured in this mode are saved at an image size of n (1920 × 1080). •...
Page 92: Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting)
Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting) Effects can be applied to images during shooting. Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M D (third icon from the top*) M K M select an effect (A26-27) * The icon of the last effect selected is displayed. The default setting is D (soft). The following six effects are available.
Page 93: Changing Special Effects Mode Settings
Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting) Changing Special Effects Mode Settings • Features that can be set using the multi selector (A61): Flash mode (A62), self-timer (A64), macro mode (A65), and exposure compensation (A66) • Features that can be set by pressing the d button: Image mode, which is the combination of image size and image quality (A69).
Page 94: Smart Portrait Mode (Capturing Images Of Smiling Faces)
Smart Portrait Mode (Capturing Images of Smiling Faces) When the camera detects a smiling face, you can take a picture automatically without pressing the shutter-release button (smile timer). You can use the skin softening option to smooth the skin tones of human faces. Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M F Smart portrait mode (A26-27) Without pressing the shutter-release button, frame the picture and wait for the subject to...
Page 95: Shutter
Smart Portrait Mode (Capturing Images of Smiling Faces) Notes About Smart Portrait Mode • Digital zoom cannot be used. • Under some shooting conditions, the camera may be unable to detect faces or detect smiles. • See “Notes About Face Detection” (A74) for more information. Auto Power Off in Smile Timer Mode When Smile timer is set to On, the auto power off function (A95) is activated and the camera turns off when either of the situations indicated below persists and no other operations are...
Page 96: Changing Smart Portrait Mode Settings
Smart Portrait Mode (Capturing Images of Smiling Faces) Changing Smart Portrait Mode Settings • Features that can be set using the multi selector (A61): Flash mode (A62), self-timer (A64), and exposure compensation (A66) • Features that can be set by pressing the d button: Options available in the smart portrait menu (A56).
Page 97: Options Available In The Smart Portrait Menu
Smart Portrait Mode (Capturing Images of Smiling Faces) Options Available in the Smart Portrait Menu When using F smart portrait mode, the following settings can be changed. Select smart portrait mode M d button Smart portrait Image mode Skin softening Smile timer Blink proof Option...
Page 98: Subject Tracking Mode (Focusing On A Moving Subject)
Subject Tracking Mode (Focusing on a Moving Subject) Use this mode to focus on a subject that is moving when taking pictures. Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M s Subject tracking mode (A26-27) When you register a subject, subject tracking begins and the focus area automatically follows the subject.
Page 99 Subject Tracking Mode (Focusing on a Moving Subject) Notes About Subject Tracking Mode • Adjust zoom position, flash mode, exposure compensation, and menu settings prior to registering the subject. • Subject tracking may not be possible in certain shooting conditions. •...
Page 100: Changing Subject Tracking Mode Settings
Subject Tracking Mode (Focusing on a Moving Subject) Changing Subject Tracking Mode Settings • Features that can be set using the multi selector (A61): Flash mode (A62), exposure compensation (A66) • Features that can be set by pressing the d button: Options available in the subject tracking menu (A59).
Page 101 Subject Tracking Mode (Focusing on a Moving Subject) Notes About Face Priority Tracking • Only one subject can be tracked. If the camera detects multiple faces at the same time, the face closest to the center of the frame is tracked. •...
Page 102: Features That Can Be Set Using The Multi Selector
Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector When shooting, the multi selector H (X), I (p), J (n), and K (o) can be used to set the following features. X (flash mode) n (self-timer), o (exposure compensation) pet portrait auto release p (macro mode) Available Features The features that are available vary with the shooting mode, as shown below.
Page 103: Using The Flash (Flash Modes)
Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Using the Flash (Flash Modes) You can set the flash mode to match the shooting conditions. Press the multi selector H (m flash mode). Use the multi selector to select the desired mode and press the k button.
Page 104: Shutter
Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Available Flash Modes Auto The flash fires automatically when lighting is dim. Auto with red-eye reduction Reduce red-eye in portraits caused by the flash. The flash will not fire. We recommend using a tripod to stabilize the camera when shooting in dark surroundings.
Page 105: Using The Self-Timer
Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Using the Self-timer The camera is equipped with a self-timer that releases the shutter ten seconds or two seconds after you press the shutter-release button. The self-timer is useful when you want to be in the picture you are taking, and when you want to avoid the effects of camera shake that occur when you press the shutter-release button.
Page 106: Using Macro Mode
Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Using Macro Mode When using macro mode, the camera can focus on objects as close as 10 cm (4 in.) from the front of the lens. This feature is useful when taking close-up pictures of flowers and other small subjects.
Page 107: Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation)
Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation) By adjusting exposure compensation when taking pictures, you can adjust overall image brightness. Press the multi selector K (o exposure compensation). Use the multi selector to select a compensation value.
Page 108: Default Settings
Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Default Settings Default settings for each shooting mode are described below. • Information about scene modes can be found on the next page. Exposure Flash Self-timer Macro compensation (A62) (A64) (A65) (A66) A (auto) D (special effects)
Page 109 Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Default settings for scene modes are described below. Exposure Flash Self-timer Macro compensation (A62) (A64) (A65) (A66) x (A42) b (A42) c (A42) d (A43) e (A43) f (A44) Z (A44) z (A44) h (A44) i (A44)
Page 110: Changing The Image Size (Image Mode)
Changing the Image Size (Image Mode) Enter shooting mode M d button M Image mode You can use the Image mode setting in the shooting menu to select the combination of image size and compression ratio that is used when saving images. Select the image mode best suited to the manner in which images will be used and the capacity of the internal memory or memory card.
Page 111 Changing the Image Size (Image Mode) Number of Images That Can Be Saved The following table lists the approximate number of images that can be saved in the internal memory and on a 4 GB memory card. Note that due to JPEG compression, the number of images that can be saved varies greatly depending on the composition of the image.
Page 112: Features That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously
Features That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously Some shooting settings cannot be used with other functions. Restricted Option Description function When a setting other than Single is Continuous (A39) selected, the flash cannot be used. Flash mode When Blink proof is set to On, the flash Blink proof (A56) cannot be used.
Page 113: Shutter
Features That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously Restricted Option Description function When a setting other than Single or BSS is Continuous (A39) selected, Motion detection is disabled. Motion detection When the ISO sensitivity is set to any setting ISO sensitivity (A39) other than Auto, Motion detection is disabled.
Page 114: Using Face Detection
Using Face Detection In the following shooting modes, the camera uses face detection to automatically focus on human faces. If the camera detects more than one face, a double border is displayed around the face that the camera will focus 2 9 m 0 s 2 9 m 0 s on, and single borders are displayed around the other...
Page 115 Using Face Detection Notes About Face Detection • The camera’s ability to detect faces depends on a variety of factors, including whether or not the subject is facing the camera. Additionally, the camera may be unable to detect faces in the following situations: - When faces are partially hidden by sunglasses or otherwise obstructed - When faces take up too much or too little of the frame...
Page 116: Using Skin Softening
Using Skin Softening When the shutter is released when using one of the following shooting modes, the camera detects one or more human faces (up to three), and processes the image to soften facial skin tones before saving the image. •...
Page 117: Focus Lock
Focus Lock You can use focus lock to focus on off-center subjects when center is selected for AF area mode. The following procedure describes how to use focus lock when using A (auto) mode with AF area mode (A40) set to Center. Position the subject in the center of the frame.
Page 118: Playback Features
Playback Features This chapter describes how to select certain types of images for playback as well as some of the features available when playing back images. 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 : 3 0 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 : 3 0 0 0 0 4 .
Page 119: Selecting Certain Types Of Images For Playback
Playback Features Selecting Certain Types of Images for Playback You can change the playback mode according to the type of images you want to view. Available Playback Modes c Play All images are played back. When you switch from shooting mode to playback mode, this mode is selected.
Page 120: Features Available In Playback Mode (Playback Menu)
Features Available in Playback Mode (Playback Menu) When viewing images in full-frame playback mode or thumbnail playback mode, you can configure the menu operations listed below by pressing the d button. When using favorite pictures (h), auto sort (F), or list by date (C) mode, the menu for the current playback mode is displayed.
Page 121 Features Available in Playback Mode (Playback Menu) Option Description Allows you to select whether to display only the key picture C Sequence for a sequence of images captured continuously or to display options display the sequence as individual images. Allows you to change the key picture for images captured in sequence (sequence of images;...
Page 122: Connecting The Camera To A Tv, Computer, Or Printer
Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer You can enhance your enjoyment of images and movies by connecting the camera to a TV, computer, or printer. • Before connecting the camera to an external device, make sure the remaining battery level is sufficient and turn the camera off.
Page 123: Using Viewnx 2
• Windows XP Home Edition/Professional (Service Pack 3) Macintosh • Mac OS X (version 10.5.8, 10.6.8, 10.7.2) Refer to the Nikon website for the latest information on operating system compatibility. Start the computer and insert the ViewNX 2 Installer CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.
Page 124: Transferring Images To The Computer
The following software is installed: • ViewNX 2 (consisting of the three modules below) - Nikon Transfer 2: For transferring images to the computer - ViewNX 2: For viewing, editing, and printing transferred images - Nikon Movie Editor: For basic editing of transferred movies •...
Page 125: Transferring Images To The Computer
• SD card reader: Connect a card reader (available separately from third-party suppliers) to the computer and insert the memory card. If a message is displayed prompting you to choose a program, select Nikon Transfer 2. • When using Windows 7...
Page 126: Viewing Images
Using ViewNX 2 Transfer images to the computer. • Confirm that the name of the connected camera or removable disk is displayed as the “Source” on the “Options” title bar of Nikon Transfer 2 (1). • Click Start Transfer (2). S6300 •...
Page 128: Recording And Playing Back Movies
Recording and Playing Back Movies You can record movies by simply pressing the b (e movie-record) button. 2 9 m 0 s 2 9 m 0 s 1 1 4 0 1 1 4 0 1 4 m 3 0 s 1 4 m 3 0 s In playback mode, press the k button to play a movie.
Page 129: Recording Movies
Recording and Playing Back Movies Recording Movies You can record movies by simply pressing the b (e movie-record) button. The settings made for still images, such as hue and white balance, are applied when recording movies. Display the shooting screen. Movie option •...
Page 130: Camera Temperature
Recording Movies Notes About Movie Recording • Memory cards with an SD Speed Class rating of 6 or faster are recommended when recording movies (A21). Movie recording may stop unexpectedly when memory cards with a lower Speed Class rating are used. •...
Page 131 Recording Movies Movie Options and Maximum Movie Length Internal memory Movie options (A91) Memory card (4 GB)* (approx. 25 MB) d HD 1080pP (1920×1080) 11 s 35 min (default setting) e HD 1080p (1920×1080) 14 s 40 min f HD 720p (1280×720) 25 s 50 min p iFrame 540 (960×540)
Page 132: Changing Movie Recording Settings (The Movie Menu)
Recording Movies Changing Movie Recording Settings (the Movie Menu) Enter shooting mode M d button M D tab (A11) The following settings can be changed. Movie Movie options Open with HS footage Autofocus mode Wind noise reduction Option Description Select the movie type. •...
Page 133: Playing Back Movies
Playing Back Movies Press the c button to enter playback 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 : 3 0 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 : 3 0 mode.
Page 134: General Camera Setup
General Camera Setup This chapter describes the various settings that can be adjusted in the z setup menu. Set up Welcome screen Time zone and date Monitor settings Print date Vibration reduction 2 9 m 0 s 2 9 m 0 s Motion detection 1 1 4 0 1 1 4 0...
Page 135: The Setup Menu
General Camera Setup The Setup Menu Press the d button M z (setup) tab (A11) The following settings can be changed in the setup Set up menu by selecting the z tab. Welcome screen Time zone and date Monitor settings Print date Vibration reduction Motion detection...
Page 136 The Setup Menu Option Description Allows you to imprint the shooting date and time on images at the time of shooting. The default setting is Off. • The shooting date and time cannot be imprinted on images in the following situations: - When using Night portrait (when Hand-held is selected), Night landscape (when Hand-held is Print date...
Page 137 The Setup Menu Option Description Allows you to format the internal memory (only when a memory card is not inserted) or the memory card (when a memory card is inserted). Format memory/ • All data stored in the internal memory or on the Format card memory card is deleted during formatting and cannot be restored.
Page 138: Reference Section
Reference Section The Reference Section provides detailed information and hints about using the camera. Shooting Using Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playback)..........E2 Using 3D Photography ..................... E5 Playback Favorite Pictures Mode..................... E7 Auto Sort Mode......................E10 List by Date Mode ....................E12 Viewing and Deleting Images Captured Continuously (Sequence) ..E13 Editing Still Images ....................E16 Connecting the Camera to a TV (Viewing Images on a TV).......E23...
Page 139: Using Easy Panorama (Shooting And Playback)
Reference Section Using Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playback) Shooting with Easy Panorama Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M x (second icon from the top*) M K M V (easy panorama) * The icon of the last scene selected is displayed. The default setting is x (scene auto selector).
Page 140 Using Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playback) Move the camera slowly and straight in one of the four directions, and begin shooting. • When the camera detects which direction it is moving in, shooting begins. • A guide indicating the current shooting position is displayed.
Page 141: Viewing Images Captured With Easy Panorama
Using Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playback) Viewing Images Captured with Easy Panorama Switch to playback mode (A32), display an image 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 : 3 0 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 : 3 0 captured using easy panorama in full-frame playback 0 0 0 4 .
Page 142: Using 3D Photography
Using 3D Photography The camera captures one image for each eye to simulate a three-dimensional image on a 3D-compatible TV or monitor. Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M x (second icon from the top*) M K M s (3D photography) * The icon of the last scene selected is displayed.
Page 143 Using 3D Photography Notes About 3D Photography • Moving subjects are not suited to 3D photography. We recommend shooting still subjects. • Images have a less pronounced 3D feel as the distance between the camera and background is increased. • Images may have a less pronounced 3D feel when the subject is dark or when the second image is not aligned precisely.
Page 144: Favorite Pictures Mode
Favorite Pictures Mode After shooting, you can add your favorite still images to albums; there are nine albums available. After you add images to an album, you can use favorite picture mode to view those images easily. • By creating albums for certain subjects or events, you can find your favorite images easily.
Page 145: Playing Back Images In Albums
Favorite Pictures Mode Playing Back Images in Albums Press the c button (playback mode) M c button M h Favorite pictures Use the multi selector to select an album and then Favorite pictures press the k button to play back the images that have been added to the selected album.
Page 146: Changing The Favorites Album Icon
Favorite Pictures Mode Changing the Favorites Album Icon Press the c button (playback mode) M c button M h Favorite pictures Use the multi selector to select an album and press the d button. Press J or K to select an icon color and press Choose icon the k button.
Page 147: Auto Sort Mode
Auto Sort Mode Images are automatically sorted into categories, such as portraits, landscapes, and movies. Press the c button (playback mode) M c button M F Auto sort Use the multi selector to select a category and then Portraits press the k button to play back the images in the selected category.
Page 148: List By Date Mode
Auto Sort Mode Notes About Auto Sort Mode • Up to 999 images and movie files can be sorted to each category in auto sort mode. If 999 images or movies have already been sorted to a specific category, new images and movies cannot be sorted to that category nor can they be displayed in auto sort mode.
Page 149: List By Date Mode
List by Date Mode Press the c button (playback mode) M c button M h List by date Use the multi selector to select a date and then press List by date the k button to play back the images captured on the 2 0 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 2 selected date.
Page 150: Viewing And Deleting Images Captured Continuously (Sequence)
Viewing and Deleting Images Captured Continuously (Sequence) Viewing Images in a Sequence Each series of images captured using the following settings is saved in a sequence. • A (auto) mode (A38) • Scene mode (A41) - Continuous H - Sports - Continuous L - Pet portrait (when Continuous is selected) - Pre-shooting cache...
Page 151 Viewing and Deleting Images Captured Continuously (Sequence) Sequence Display Options • Select Sequence display options (E61) in the playback menu to set all sequences to be displayed using their key pictures or to display them as individual images. • Images captured continuously with cameras other than the COOLPIX S6300 cannot be displayed as a sequence.
Page 152: Deleting Images In A Sequence
Viewing and Deleting Images Captured Continuously (Sequence) Deleting Images in a Sequence If Sequence display options (E61) in the playback menu is set to Key picture only, images to be deleted vary as described below. To display the screen for selecting the deletion method, press the l button.
Page 153: Editing Still Images
Editing Still Images Editing Features Use the COOLPIX S6300 to edit images in-camera and save them as separate files (E90). The editing functions described below are available. Editing function Description Easily create retouched copies in which contrast and saturation Quick retouch (E18) have been enhanced.
Page 154 Editing Still Images Restrictions on Image Editing When an edited copy is further modified with another editing function, check the following restrictions. Editing function used Editing functions to use Quick retouch The skin softening, small picture, or crop function can be used. D-Lighting The quick retouch, D-Lighting, and filter effects functions cannot be Filter effects...
Page 155: Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast And Saturation
Editing Still Images k Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and Saturation Press the c button (playback mode) M select an image M d button M k Quick retouch Press the multi selector H or I to select the Quick retouch amount of effect applied and press the k button. •...
Page 156: Skin Softening: Softening Skin Tones
Editing Still Images e Skin Softening: Softening Skin Tones Press the c button (playback mode) M select an image M d button M e Skin softening Press the multi selector H or I to select the Skin softening degree of softening and press the k button. •...
Page 157: Filter Effects: Applying Digital Filter Effects
Editing Still Images p Filter Effects: Applying Digital Filter Effects Press the c button (playback mode) M select an image M d button M p Filter effects Type Description Soften the image by adding a slight blur around the center of the Soft image.
Page 158: Small Picture: Reducing The Size Of An Image
Editing Still Images Confirm the effect and press the k button. Preview • A new, edited copy is created. • To exit without saving the copy, press J. Back Back Back Save Save Save • Copies created using the filter effects function are 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 : 3 0 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 : 3 0 indicated by the c icon displayed during playback.
Page 159: Crop: Creating A Cropped Copy
Editing Still Images a Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy Create a copy containing only the portion visible in the monitor when u is displayed with playback zoom (A33) enabled. Cropped copies are saved as separate files. Enlarge the picture for cropping (A33). Refine copy composition.
Page 160: Connecting The Camera To A Tv (Viewing Images On A Tv)
Connecting the Camera to a TV (Viewing Images on a TV) Connect the camera to a TV to play back images or movies on the TV. If your TV is equipped with an HDMI jack, a commercially available HDMI cable can be used to connect the camera to the TV.
Page 161 Connecting the Camera to a TV (Viewing Images on a TV) Set the TV’s input to external video input. • See the documentation provided with your TV for details. Hold down the c button to turn on the camera. • The camera enters playback mode and images are displayed on the TV.
Page 162: Connecting The Camera To A Printer (Direct Print)
Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) Users of PictBridge-compatible (F16) printers can connect the camera directly to the printer and print images without using a computer. Follow the procedures below to print images. Take pictures Select images for printing and number of copies using Print order option (E49) Connect to the printer (E26)
Page 163: Connecting The Camera To A Printer
Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) Connecting the Camera to a Printer Turn off the camera. Turn on the printer. • Check printer settings. Connect the camera to the printer using the included USB cable. • Be sure that plugs are properly oriented. Do not attempt to insert plugs at an angle, and do not use force when connecting or disconnecting the plugs.
Page 164: Printing Individual Images
Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) Printing Individual Images After properly connecting the camera to the printer (E26), follow the procedures described below to print an image. Use the multi selector to select the desired Print selection image and press the k button. 1 5 / 0 5 2 0 1 2 •...
Page 165: Printing Multiple Images
Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) Select Start print and press the k button. PictBridge 0 0 4 prints Start print Copies Paper size Printing begins. • Monitor display returns to the print selection screen shown in step 1 when printing is complete. Printing •...
Page 166 Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) Select Print selection, Print all images, or Print menu DPOF printing and press the k button. Print selection Print all images DPOF printing Paper size Print selection Select images (up to 99) and the number of Print selection copies (up to nine) of each.
Page 167 Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) DPOF printing Print images for which a print order was created DPOF printing using the Print order option (E49). • When the screen shown on the right is 0 1 0 prints displayed, select Start print and press the k button to start printing.
Page 168: Recording Movies In Slow Motion And Fast Motion (Hs Movie)
Recording Movies in Slow Motion and Fast Motion (HS Movie) HS (high speed) movies can be recorded. The portions of the movie recorded using HS movie can be played back in slow motion at 1/4 or 1/2 of normal playback speed, or played back in fast motion at a speed two times faster than normal speed.
Page 169 Recording Movies in Slow Motion and Fast Motion (HS Movie) Press the b (e movie-record) button to start HS movie options recording. • Movie recording begins after the monitor briefly turns off. • The camera focuses at the center of the frame. Focus areas are not displayed during recording.
Page 170 Recording Movies in Slow Motion and Fast Motion (HS Movie) Notes About HS Movie • Sound is not recorded. • Zoom position, focus, exposure, and white balance are locked when the b (e movie-record) button is pressed to start HS movie recording. •...
Page 171: Editing Movies
Editing Movies The desired portions of a recorded movie can be saved as a separate file (except movies recorded using p iFrame 540 (960×540) (E62)). Play back the desired movie and pause at the start point of the portion that is to be extracted (A92). Press the multi selector J or K to choose the I control, and then press the k button.
Page 172: More Information
Editing Movies Choose Yes and press the k button. • The edited movie is saved. Save OK? Notes About Movie Editing • Use a sufficiently charged battery to prevent the camera from turning off during editing. When the battery level display is B, movie editing is not possible. •...
Page 173: The Shooting Menu (For A (Auto) Mode)
The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) • See “Changing the Image Size (Image Mode)” (A69) for information about Image mode. White Balance (Adjusting Hue) Select A (auto) mode M d button M White balance The color of light reflected from an object varies with the color of the light source. The human brain is able to adapt to changes in the color of the light source, with the result that white objects appear white whether seen in the shade, direct sunlight, or under incandescent lighting.
Page 174 The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) Using Preset Manual The preset manual option is used with mixed lighting or to compensate for light sources with a strong color cast when the desired effect has not been achieved with white balance settings like Auto and Incandescent (for example, to make images shot under a lamp with a red shade look as though they had been shot under white light).
Page 175: Continuous Shooting
The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) Continuous Shooting Select A (auto) mode M d button M Continuous Change settings to continuous or BSS (Best Shot Selector). Option Description U Single One picture is taken each time the shutter-release button is (default setting) pressed.
Page 176 The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) Option Description The “Best Shot Selector” is recommended when shooting with the flash off or the camera zoomed in, or in other situations in which inadvertent motion can result in blurred images. When BSS is on, the camera takes up to ten pictures while the shutter- D BSS release button is held down.
Page 177 The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) Pre-shooting Cache When Pre-shooting cache is selected, shooting begins when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway for 0.5 seconds or longer, and images captured before the shutter-release button is pressed all the way are saved along with images captured after the shutter-release button is pressed all the way.
Page 178: Iso Sensitivity
The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) ISO Sensitivity Select A (auto) mode M d button M ISO sensitivity When ISO sensitivity is increased, less light is needed when taking pictures. Higher ISO sensitivity allows darker subjects to be captured. Additionally, even with subjects of similar brightness, pictures can be taken at faster shutter speeds, and blurring caused by camera shake and subject movement can be reduced.
Page 179: Color Options
The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) Color Options Select A (auto) mode M d button M Color options Make colors more vivid or save images in monochrome. Option Description n Standard color Use for images exhibiting natural color. (default setting) o Vivid color Use to achieve a vivid, “photoprint”...
Page 180: Af Area Mode
The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) AF Area Mode Select A (auto) mode M d button M AF area mode Use this option to determine how the camera selects the focus area for autofocus. Option Description When the camera detects a human face, it focuses on that face.
Page 181 The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) Option Description The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame. The focus area is always displayed in the center of the screen. y Center 2 9 m 0 s 2 9 m 0 s 1 1 4 0 1 1 4 0...
Page 182: Autofocus Mode
The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) Autofocus Mode Select A (auto) mode M d button M Autofocus mode Select how the camera focuses. Option Description A Single AF The camera focuses when the shutter-release button is pressed (default setting) halfway.
Page 183: The Smart Portrait Menu
The Smart Portrait Menu • See “Changing the Image Size (Image Mode)” (A69) for information about Image mode. Skin Softening Select smart portrait mode M d button M Skin softening Enable skin softening. Option Description S High When the shutter is released, the camera detects one or more human faces (up to three), and processes the image to R Normal (default setting) soften facial skin tones before saving the image.
Page 184: Blink Proof
The Smart Portrait Menu Blink Proof Select smart portrait mode M d button M Blink proof The camera automatically releases the shutter twice each time a picture is taken. Of the two shots, one in which the subject’s eyes are open is saved. Option Description Enables blink warning.
Page 185: The Subject Tracking Menu
The Subject Tracking Menu • See “Changing the Image Size (Image Mode)” (A69) for information about Image mode. Autofocus Mode Select subject tracking mode M d button M Autofocus mode Determines how the camera focuses when using subject tracking mode. Option Description The camera focuses when the shutter-release button is...
Page 186: The Playback Menu
The Playback Menu • See “Editing Still Images” (E16) for information about image editing features. • See “Favorite Pictures Mode” (E7) for information about Favorite pictures and Remove from favorites. a Print Order (Creating a DPOF Print Order) Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M a Print order When printing images saved on the memory card using any of the following methods, the Print order option in the playback menu is used to create digital “print orders”...
Page 187: Select Whether Or Not To Print Shooting Date
The Playback Menu Select whether or not to print shooting date Print order and shooting information. • Select Date and press the k button to print the Done shooting date on all images in the print order. • Select Info and press the k button to print shooting Date information (shutter speed and aperture value) on all Info...
Page 188 The Playback Menu Notes About Print Order • Print orders cannot be created for images captured in 3D photography scene mode. • When a print order is created in favorite pictures mode, auto sort mode, or list by date mode, the screen shown below is displayed if images other than those in the selected album, category, or shooting date have been marked for printing.
Page 189 The Playback Menu Canceling Existing Print Order Select Delete print order in step 1 of “a Print Order (Creating a DPOF Print Order)” (E49) and press the k button to remove print marking from all images and cancel the print order. Print Date Using the Print date option (E71) in the setup menu, shooting date and time can be imprinted on images at the time of shooting.
Page 190: Slide Show
The Playback Menu b Slide Show Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M b Slide show Play back images, saved in the internal memory or on a memory card, one by one in an automated “slide show.” Use the multi selector to select Start and Slide show press the k button.
Page 191: Protect
The Playback Menu d Protect Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M d Protect Protects selected images from accidental deletion. Select images to protect or cancel protection for previously protected images from the image selection screen. See “The Image Selection Screen” (E55) for more information.
Page 192 The Playback Menu The Image Selection Screen When using one of the following features, a screen like Protect that shown on the right is displayed when selecting images. • Print order > Select images (E49) • Protect (E54) Back ON/OFF •...
Page 193: Rotate Image
The Playback Menu f Rotate Image Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M f Rotate image Specify the orientation in which saved images are displayed during playback. Still images can be rotated 90 degrees clockwise or 90 degrees counterclockwise. Images that were saved in portrait (“tall”) orientation can be rotated up to 180 degrees in either direction.
Page 194: E Voice Memo
The Playback Menu E Voice Memo Press the c button (playback mode) M select an image M d button M E Voice memo Use the camera’s microphone to record voice memos for images. • The voice memo recording screen is displayed for images that do not have a voice memo, and the voice memo playback screen is displayed for images that have a voice memo (i.e., images that display p in full-frame playback mode).
Page 195 The Playback Menu Notes About Voice Memos • When an image with a voice memo attached is deleted, both the image and its voice memo are deleted. • You cannot delete voice memos attached to protected images (E54). • Voice memos cannot be recorded for an image that already has a voice memo attached to it. The current voice memo must be deleted before a new voice memo can be recorded.
Page 196: Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory And Memory Card)
The Playback Menu h Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory and Memory Card) Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M h Copy Copy images between the internal memory and a memory card. Use the multi selector to select a destination Copy option to which images are copied and press Camera to card...
Page 197 The Playback Menu Notes About Copying Images in a Sequence • If you select a key picture of a sequence in Selected images when only the key picture is displayed for the sequence (E13), all images in the sequence are copied. •...
Page 198: C Sequence Display Options
The Playback Menu C Sequence Display Options Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M C Sequence display options Choose the method used to display a series of images shot continuously (sequence) (E13) when viewing them in full-frame playback mode (A32) and in thumbnail playback mode (A33).
Page 199: The Movie Menu
The Movie Menu Movie Options Enter shooting mode M d button M e tab M Movie options Select the desired movie option to record. Larger image sizes and faster movie bitrates mean greater image quality and larger movie file sizes. •...
Page 200: Open With Hs Footage
The Movie Menu HS Movie Options Type Description 1/4-speed slow motion movies with a 4:3 aspect ratio are recorded. h HS 120 fps • Max. recording time*: 10 seconds (playback time: 40 seconds) (640×480) • Movie bitrate: 2.9 Mbps 1/2-speed slow motion movies with a 16:9 aspect ratio are i HS 60 fps recorded.
Page 201: Autofocus Mode
The Movie Menu Autofocus Mode Enter shooting mode M d button M e tab M Autofocus mode Select how the camera focuses in movie mode. Option Description Focus is locked when the b (e movie-record) button is A Single AF pressed to start recording.
Page 202: The Setup Menu
The Setup Menu Welcome Screen Press the d button M z tab M Welcome screen Select whether or not a welcome screen is displayed when the camera is turned Option Description None The camera enters shooting or playback mode without (default setting) displaying the welcome screen.
Page 203: Time Zone And Date
The Setup Menu Time Zone and Date Press the d button M z tab M Time zone and date Set the camera clock. Option Description Set camera clock to current date and Date and time time. Use the multi selector to set the date and time in the date screen.
Page 204: Time Zone
The Setup Menu Press K. Time zone • The travel destination screen is displayed. London, Casablanca 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 :3 0 Home time zone Travel destination Press J or K to select the travel destination 1 0 :3 0 –0 5 :0 0 time zone.
Page 205 The Setup Menu Time Zones The camera supports the time zones listed below. For time zones not listed below, set the camera clock to local time from the Date and time option. UTC +/– Location UTC +/– Location –11 Midway, Samoa Madrid, Paris, Berlin –10 Hawaii, Tahiti...
Page 206: Monitor Settings
The Setup Menu Monitor Settings Press the d button M z tab M Monitor settings Set the options below. Option Description Select information displayed in the monitor during shooting and Photo info playback. See “Photo Info” (E70) for more information. This setting determines whether or not the captured image is displayed Image review immediately after shooting.
Page 207 The Setup Menu Photo Info Select whether or not the photo information is displayed in the monitor. See “The Monitor” (A6) for information about indicators displayed in the monitor. Shooting mode Playback mode 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 : 3 0 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 : 3 0 0 0 0 4 .
Page 208: Print Date (Imprinting Date And Time)
The Setup Menu Print Date (Imprinting Date and Time) Press the d button M z tab M Print date The shooting date and time can be imprinted on the images when shooting, allowing the information to be printed even from printers that do not support date printing (E50).
Page 209: Vibration Reduction
The Setup Menu Vibration Reduction Press the d button M z tab M Vibration reduction Reduce the effects of camera shake while shooting. Vibration reduction effectively reduces blur, caused by slight hand movement known as camera shake, which commonly occurs when shooting with zoom applied or at slow shutter speeds. The effects of camera shake are reduced when recording movies, in addition to when taking still pictures.
Page 210: Motion Detection
The Setup Menu Motion Detection Press the d button M z tab M Motion detection Enable motion detection to reduce the effects of subject movement and camera shake when shooting still images. Option Description When the camera detects subject movement or camera shake, the ISO sensitivity and shutter speed are automatically increased to reduce blurring.
Page 211: Af Assist
The Setup Menu AF Assist Press the d button M z tab M AF assist Enable or disable AF-assist illuminator, which assists autofocus operation when the subject is dimly lit. Option Description AF-assist illuminator will be used to assist the focus operation when the subject is dimly lit.
Page 212: Sound Settings
The Setup Menu Sound Settings Press the d button M z tab M Sound settings Adjust the following sound settings. Option Description Select On (default setting) or Off. When On is selected, a beep will sound once when operations are completed successfully, Button sound twice when the camera acquires focus on the subject, and three times when an error is detected.
Page 213: Auto Off
The Setup Menu Auto Off Press the d button M z tab M Auto off If no operations are performed for a specified amount of time, the monitor turns off and the camera enters standby mode (A23). This setting determines the amount of time that passes before the camera enters standby mode.
Page 214: Format Memory/Format Card
The Setup Menu Format Memory/Format Card Press the d button M z tab M Format memory/Format card Use this option to format the internal memory or a memory card. Formatting the internal memory or memory cards permanently deletes all data. Data that has been deleted cannot be restored. Be sure to transfer important images to a computer before formatting.
Page 215: Language
The Setup Menu Language Press the d button M z tab M Language Select one of 29 languages for display of camera menus and messages. Czech Russian Danish Romanian German Finnish (default setting) Swedish Spanish Vietnamese Greek Turkish French Ukrainian Indonesian Arabic Italian...
Page 216: Tv Settings
The Setup Menu TV Settings Press the d button M z tab M TV settings Adjust settings for connection to a TV. Option Description Video mode Select from NTSC and PAL. Select a resolution for HDMI output from Auto (default setting), 480p, 720p, or 1080i.
Page 217: Charge By Computer
The Setup Menu Charge by Computer Press the d button M z tab M Charge by computer Select whether or not the battery inserted into the camera is charged when the camera is connected to a computer via the USB cable (A81). Option Description When the camera is connected to a computer that is running,...
Page 218 • When the camera is connected to a computer, an application installed on the computer, such as Nikon Transfer 2, may start. If the camera was connected to the computer for the sole purpose of charging the battery, exit the application.
Page 219: Blink Warning
The Setup Menu Blink Warning Press the d button M z tab M Blink warning Select whether or not the camera detects human subjects that have blinked using face detection (A73) when shooting in the following modes: • A (auto) mode (when Face priority (E43) is selected for AF area mode option) •...
Page 220 The Setup Menu The Blink Warning Screen When the Did someone blink? screen shown on the Did someone blink? right is displayed in the monitor, the operations described below are available. If no operations are performed within a few seconds, the camera automatically returns to shooting mode.
Page 221: Eye-Fi Upload
The Setup Menu Eye-Fi Upload Press the d button M z tab M Eye-Fi upload Option Description Upload images created by the camera to a preselected b Enable destination. c Disable Images will not be uploaded. (default setting) Notes About Eye-Fi Cards •...
Page 222: Filmstrip
The Setup Menu Filmstrip Press the d button M z tab M Filmstrip Allows you to select whether or not the filmstrip is displayed when you rotate the multi selector quickly in full-frame display. Option Description Image thumbnails are displayed at the bottom of the monitor when you rotate the multi selector quickly while viewing an...
Page 223: Reset All
The Setup Menu Reset All Press the d button M z tab M Reset all When Reset is selected, the camera’s settings will be restored to their default values. Basic Shooting Functions Option Default value Flash mode (A62) Auto Self-timer (A64) Macro mode (A65) Exposure compensation (A66) Shooting Menu...
Page 224 The Setup Menu Special effects mode Option Default value Special effects mode setting in the Soft shooting mode selection menu (A51) Smart Portrait Menu Option Default value Skin softening (E46) Normal Smile timer (E46) Blink proof (E47) Subject Tracking Menu Option Default value Autofocus mode (E48)
Page 225 The Setup Menu Option Default value Auto off (E76) 1 min HDMI (E79) Auto HDMI device control (E79) HDMI 3D output (E79) Charge by computer (E80) Auto Blink warning (E82) Eye-Fi upload (E84) Disable Filmstrip (E85) Others Option Default value Paper size (E27, E28) Default Frame interval for Slide show (E53)
Page 226: Firmware Version
The Setup Menu Firmware Version Press the d button M z tab M Firmware version View the current camera firmware version. CO O L P I X S 6 3 0 0 Ve r. x . x Back...
Page 227: File And Folder Names
• Files are saved in folders named with a folder number followed by “NIKON” (e.g. “100NIKON”). When the number of files within a folder reaches 9999, a new folder will be created. File numbers will be assigned automatically starting with “0001”.
Page 228: Optional Accessories
Optional Accessories Rechargeable battery Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 Charging AC adapter Charging AC Adapter EH-69P Battery Charger MH-65 Battery charger (Charging time when no charge remains: Approx. 2 h 30 min) AC Adapter EH-62F (connect as shown) AC adapter Be sure that the power connector cord has been properly aligned in power connector and battery chamber grooves before closing the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.
Page 229: Error Messages
Error Messages Display Cause/Solution Clock not set. O (flashes) Set date and time. Battery exhausted. Charge or replace battery. 16, 18 Battery temperature is high. Turn off camera, and allow battery to cool down before resuming use. After five seconds, this message will Battery temperature disappear, the monitor will turn off, and the power-on high...
Page 230 Error Messages Display Cause/Solution Memory card has not been formatted for use in COOLPIX S6300. Card is not formatted. Formatting deletes all data saved on the memory card. Format card? Be sure to select No and make copies of any images which need to be kept before formatting the memory card.
Page 231 Error Messages Display Cause/Solution Cannot edit selected image. Image cannot be • Select images that support editing function. modified. • Movies cannot be edited. – Time out error while saving movie on the memory card. Cannot record movie. Select memory card with faster write speed. No images in the internal memory or memory card.
Page 232 Error has occurred in camera’s internal circuitry. Turn camera off, remove and reinsert battery, and turn System error 16, 23 camera on. If error persists, contact retailer or Nikon- authorized service representative. Printer error. Printer error: check Check printer. After solving the problem, select –...
Page 233 Error Messages Display Cause/Solution Paper has jammed in printer. Printer error: paper Remove the jammed paper, select Resume, and press – the k button to resume printing.* No paper is loaded in printer. Printer error: out of Load the specified paper size, select Resume, and press –...
Page 234: Technical Notes And Index
Technical Notes and Index Maximizing Camera Life and Performance ....F2 The Camera........................F2 The Battery........................F3 Charging AC Adapter ....................F4 Memory Cards........................F4 Cleaning and Storage.............F5 Cleaning...........................F5 Storage ..........................F5 Troubleshooting............. F6 Specifications..............F13 Supported Standards ....................F16 Index ................F17...
Page 235: Maximizing Camera Life And Performance
Technical Notes and Index Maximizing Camera Life and Performance The Camera To ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the precautions described below in addition to the warnings in “For Your Safety” (Avi) when using or storing the device.
Page 236: The Battery
• Images in the monitor may be difficult to see under bright lighting. • The monitor is lit by an LED backlight. Should the monitor begin to dim or flicker, contact your Nikon-authorized service representative. The Battery • Check the battery level before using the camera and replace or charge the battery if necessary. Do not continue charging once the battery is fully charged as this will result in reduced battery performance.
Page 237: Charging Ac Adapter
Maximizing Camera Life and Performance Charging AC Adapter • The Charging AC Adapter EH-69P is for use only with compatible devices. Do not use with another make or model of device. • The EH-69P is compatible with AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz electrical outlets. When using in other countries, use a plug adapter (commercially available) as necessary.
Page 238: Cleaning And Storage
Cleaning and Storage Cleaning Avoid touching glass parts with your fingers. Remove dust or lint with a blower (typically a small device with a rubber bulb attached to one end that is pumped to produce a stream of air out the other end). To remove fingerprints Lens or other stains that cannot be removed with a blower, wipe the lens with a soft cloth, using a spiral motion that starts at the center of them and working...
Page 239: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. Power, Display, Settings Issues Problem Cause/Solution • Confirm all connections. 96, E80 • Off is selected for Charge by computer in the setup menu.
Page 240 Troubleshooting Problem Cause/Solution • Camera is off. • Standby mode for saving power: press the 2, 23 power switch, the shutter-release button, A button, c button, or b (e movie-record) button. Monitor is blank. • When flash lamp flashes, wait until flash has charged.
Page 241 Turn the camera off, remove and reinsert the battery, then turn the camera on again. In the event of continued malfunction, contact your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. Note that disconnecting the power source as described above may result in the loss of any data not saved to internal memory or the memory card at the time the problem occurred.
Page 242 Troubleshooting Problem Cause/Solution • The flash mode is set to W (off). • Scene mode with which the flash does not fire is selected. Flash does not fire. • On is selected for Blink proof in smart portrait menu. • Another function that restricts flash is enabled. •...
Page 243 Troubleshooting Problem Cause/Solution Images are too bright Adjust exposure compensation. (overexposed). When taking pictures with V (auto with red-eye reduction) or fill flash with slow sync and red-eye reduction in Night portrait scene mode, In-Camera Unexpected results when Red Eye Fix may be applied to areas not affected by flash set to V (auto with 43, 62 red-eye in rare cases.
Page 244 Troubleshooting Playback Issues Problem Cause/Solution – • File or folder was overwritten or renamed by computer or other make of camera. File cannot be played • The COOLPIX S6300 is not able to play back back. movies recorded with another make or model of digital camera.
Page 245 – start when camera is • Confirm system requirements. connected. • Computer is not set to start Nikon Transfer 2 automatically. For more information about Nikon Transfer 2, refer to help information contained in ViewNX 2. With some PictBridge-compatible printers, the...
Page 246: Specifications
Specifications Nikon COOLPIX S6300 Digital Camera Type Compact digital camera Effective pixels 16.0 million Image sensor -in. type CMOS; approx. 16.79 million total pixels Lens 10× optical zoom, NIKKOR lens 4.5-45.0mm (angle of view equivalent to that of 25-250 mm...
Page 247 Specifications ISO sensitivity • ISO 125, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200 (Standard output • Auto (auto gain from ISO 125 to 1600) sensitivity) • Fixed range auto (ISO 125 to 400, 125 to 800) Exposure 256-segment matrix, center-weighted (digital zoom less than Metering 2×), spot (digital zoom 2×...
Page 248 Weight For Argentina and Korea: Approx. 80 g (2.9 oz) Specifications • Nikon will not be held liable for any errors this manual may contain. • The appearance of this product and its specifications are subject to change without notice.
Page 249: Supported Standards
Specifications Supported Standards • DCF: Design Rule for Camera File System is a standard widely used in the digital camera industry to ensure compatibility among different makes of camera. • DPOF: Digital Print Order Format is an industry-wide standard that allows images to be printed from print orders saved on memory cards.
Page 250: Index
Index Audio/video-in jack 81, E23 Symbols Auto flash 63 A Auto mode 22, 26, 38 Auto mode 26, 38 x Scene mode 41 Auto off 23, 95, E76 D Special effects mode 51 Auto sort menu 79, E10 F Smart portrait mode 53 Auto sort mode 78, E10 s Subject tracking mode 57 Autofocus 40, 59, 65, 91, E45,...
Page 251: Connector Cover
Index Computer 81, 84 Filter effects 79, E20 Connector cover 3 Fireworks show m 46 Continuous 39, E38 Firmware version 96, E89 Copying images 79, E59 Fixed range auto E41 Crop E22 Flash 62 Cyanotype 40, E42 Flash lamp 62 Flash mode 62, 63 Flash off 63 Date 24, 94, E66...
Page 252: Memory Card Slot
Museum l 46 Quick retouch 79, E18 Night landscape j 45 Rechargeable battery E91 Night portrait e 43 Rechargeable Li-ion battery 16, 18, Nikon Transfer 2 83, 85 Nostalgic sepia E 51 Recording movies 88, E62 Number of exposures remaining 22, 70...
Page 253: Button
Index Recording slow motion movies 91, Sports d 43 E31, E63 SSCN E90 Red-eye reduction 63 Standard color 40, E42 Remove from favorites E8 Strap 13 Reset all 96, E86 Subject tracking menu 59, E48 Rotary multi selector 4, 5, 10 Subject tracking mode 57 Rotate image 79, E56 Sunset h 44...
Page 254 No reproduction in any form of this manual, in whole or in part (except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews), may be made without written authorization from NIKON CORPORATION. YP2A02(11) 6MM20811-02...

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