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Nikon COOLPIX S810c User Manual

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  • Page 1 DIGITAL CAMERA User’s Manual...
  • Page 2 Convenient Features The COOLPIX S810c is equipped with a stand by mode that helps to reduce battery power consumption. Select either power off or stand by mode depending on the situation. To display the selection screen, press and hold the power switch for several seconds while the camera is on.
  • Page 3 Introduction Parts of the Camera Basic Steps for Shooting and Playback Shooting Features Playback Features Recording and Playing Back Movies General Camera Setup Using Android OS Connecting the Camera to a TV and Computer Technical Notes and Index...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Introduction Read This First Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX S810c digital camera. Before using the camera, please read the information in “For Your Safety“ (Avii–ix) 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 5: About This Manual

    To learn about the parts of the camera and basic operations, see “Parts of the Camera” (A1). Downloading the “Reference Manual” Refer to the COOLPIX S810c Reference Manual (PDF format) for more detailed information. The Reference Manual can be downloaded from the Nikon website.

  • Page 6: 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 7 Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in the documentation at any time and without prior notice. Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product.
  • Page 8 Disposing of Data Storage Devices Please note that deleting images or formatting data storage devices such as memory cards or built-in camera memory does not completely erase the original image data. Deleted files can sometimes be recovered from discarded storage devices using commercially available software, potentially resulting in the malicious use of personal image data.

  • Page 9: 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 10 Do not damage, modify, forcibly tug or bend the USB cable, place it under heavy objects, or expose it to heat or flames. Should the insulation be damaged and the wires become exposed, take it to a Nikon-authorized service representative for inspection. Failure to observe these precautions could result in fire or electric shock.
  • Page 11 Use the appropriate power supply (battery, Charging AC adapter, AC adapter, USB cable) Using a power supply other than those provided or sold by Nikon could result in damage or malfunction. Use appropriate cables...

  • Page 12: Notices

    Notices Notices for Customers in the U.S.A. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS–SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS For connection to a supply not in the U.S.A., use an attachment plug adapter of the proper configuration for the power outlet if needed.
  • Page 13 CAUTIONS Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Nikon Corporation may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Interface Cables Use the interface cables sold or provided by Nikon for your equipment. Using other interface cables may exceed the limits of Class B Part 15 of the FCC rules.
  • Page 14 Notice for Customers in Canada CAN ICES-3 B / NMB-3 B Notices for Customers in Europe CAUTIONS RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS. TO PREVENT POSSIBLE HEARING DAMAGE, DO NOT LISTEN AT HIGH VOLUME LEVELS FOR LONG PERIODS.

  • Page 15: Wi-Fi (Wireless Lan Network) Function

    EU or EFTA can be used anywhere within the EU and EFTA). Nikon does not accept liability for use in other countries. Users who are unsure as to the original country of sale should consult with their local Nikon service center or Nikon-authorized service representative.
  • Page 16 SAR test report that was uploaded to FCC website. Declaration of Conformity (Europe) Hereby, Nikon Corporation, declares that COOLPIX S810c is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/ EC. The declaration of conformity may be consulted at http://imaging.nikon.com/support/pdf/DoC_S810c.pdf.
  • Page 17 Precautions when Using Radio Transmissions Always keep in mind that radio transmission or reception of data is subject to interception by third parties. Note that Nikon is not responsible for data or information leaks that may occur during data transfer.
  • Page 18 Always keep separate copies of important information. Nikon is not responsible for any direct or indirect damages or lost profits resulting from alteration or loss of content that is not attributable to Nikon.

  • Page 19: Notes About Gps

    Notes About GPS Notes About Personal Information An individual may be identified from still images or movies that have been recorded with location information. Observe caution when you transfer still images or movies recorded with location information to a third party or upload them to a network such as the Internet where the public can view them.

  • Page 20: 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 ........................vii WARNINGS ..............................vii Notices ............................x Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN Network) Function................. xiii Notes About GPS........................
  • Page 21 Step 5 Play Back Images ....................... 26 Step 6 Delete Images......................28 Step 7 Turn the Camera Off....................30 Power Saving Function ......................... 31 Adding Comments to Images .................... 32 Adding Comments when Shooting....................32 Adding Comments when Playing Back ..................33 Viewing/Editing Comments.......................
  • Page 22 Functions That Can be Set with the d Button (Playback Menu)...... 70 Recording and Playing Back Movies..............72 Recording Movies ........................72 Functions That Can be Set with the d Button (Movie menu)........ 75 Movie Playback........................76 General Camera Setup................... 77 Functions That Can Be Set with the d Button (Setup Menu) ......
  • Page 23 Reference Section ....................E1 Using Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playback) ............. E2 Shooting with Easy Panorama....................E2 Viewing Images Captured with Easy Panorama.............. E5 Editing Images (Still Images) ..................E6 Before Editing Images ........................E6 k Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and Saturation..........E7 I D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and Contrast............
  • Page 24 The Movie Menu ......................E49 D Movie Options........................... E49 q Touch Shooting ........................E50 A Autofocus Mode........................E51 Y Wind Noise Reduction ......................E51 The Setup Menu ......................E52 Welcome Screen..........................E52 Monitor Settings ..........................E52 Print Date (Imprinting Date and Time)................E54 Vibration Reduction........................
  • Page 25 Cleaning and Storage......................F6 Cleaning..............................F6 Storage ................................ F6 Troubleshooting ......................... F7 Specifications ........................F15 Approved Memory Cards......................F20 Index............................F23 Refer to the Reference Manual for pages indicated with E. xxiii...
  • Page 26 xxiv...

  • Page 27: Parts Of The Camera

    Parts of the Camera The Camera Body 13 12 11 Lens cover closed Shutter-release button...... 24 Lens Zoom control.......... 23 Wi-Fi (wireless LAN) antenna f: wide-angle ........23 Lens cover g: telephoto........23 HDMI connector cover..94, E14 h: thumbnail playback....65 i: playback zoom......

  • Page 28: Attaching The Camera Strap

    Monitor/touch panel......4, 6 Tripod socket d (menu) button Speaker ............76 ........3, 55, 70, 75, 77, 82 Headset connector...... 76, 93 W (home) button ......3, 79 Memory card slot cover....14 V (back) button........3 Battery chamber cover...... 10 Power connector cover (for connection with optional AC Adapter) ..........E72...

  • Page 29: Using The Camera Buttons

    Using the Camera Buttons Use the method described below. d (menu) button Press the d button to display menus. The shooting menu or playback menu is displayed when using the camera, and the option menu is displayed when using Android OS. Tap a menu option to select it.

  • Page 30: Operating The Touch Panel

    Operating the Touch Panel The monitor on this camera is a touch panel display operated by finger. Use the method described below. Tapping Tap the touch panel. Use this operation to: Select icons Select images in thumbnail playback mode (A65) Perform touch shooting operations (A56) Touching and Holding...
  • Page 31 Spreading/Pinching Spread two fingers apart/pinch two fingers together. Use this operation to: Zoom in/out on an image (A64) in playback mode Switch to thumbnail playback mode from full-frame playback mode (A65) Flicking Place your finger on the touch panel and quickly move it up, down, right, or left and release it to scroll.

  • Page 32: Indicators Of The Monitor/Touch Panel

    Indicators of the Monitor/Touch Panel 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, the camera turns off after a few seconds (when Photo info is set to Auto info in Monitor settings (A77)).
  • Page 33 Macro mode ..........51 a Creative slider/Scene effect adjustment slider....36, 38 Zoom indicator......23, 51 b Special effect adjustment slider Focus indicator........24 ..............43 a Image mode .....56, E22 Shutter speed ......... 25 b Movie options....75, E49 Focus area (subject tracking) “Date not set”...

  • Page 34: Playback Mode

    Playback Mode If you tap anywhere on the playback screen other than on an operation icon, the information is hidden regardless of the setting in Photo info (A77). Tap the monitor to display the information again. 15/11/2013 15:30 15/11/2013 15:30 15/11/2013 15:30 9999.
  • Page 35 Date/time of recording..... 17 Shooting mode (switch to shooting mode) ........26 File number and type ....E71 Timeline view.......... 66 Movie playback........76 Easy panorama playback ..40, E5 a Current frame number/ total number of frames....26 Print order icon ......70, E43 b Movie length ........

  • Page 36: Basic Steps For Shooting And Playback

    Basic Steps for Shooting and Playback Preparation 1 Insert the Battery Open the battery-chamber cover. Insert the battery. Battery latch Push the orange battery latch in the direction indicated by the arrow ( 1 ), and fully insert the battery ( 2 ). The battery locks into place when inserted correctly.

  • Page 37: Memory Cards

    Removing the Battery Turn the camera off and make sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have turned off, and then open the battery- chamber cover. Move the battery latch in the direction indicated by the arrow ( 1 ), to eject the battery ( 2 ).

  • Page 38: Preparation 2 Charge The Battery

    Preparation 2 Charge the Battery Prepare the included Charging AC Adapter. 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.
  • Page 39 The power-on lamp slowly flashes orange to indicate that the battery is charging. Power-on lamp Description Glows/Flashes slowly The battery is charging. (orange) When charging is complete, the power-on lamp stops flashing (orange) and turns off. About 3 hours 45 minutes are required to fully charge an exhausted battery.

  • Page 40: Preparation 3 Insert A Memory Card

    Preparation 3 Insert a Memory Card Turn off the camera and open the memory card slot cover. Insert the memory card. Memory card slot Slide the memory card in the correct orientation until it clicks into place. Be Careful to Insert the Memory Card in Correct Direction Inserting the memory card upside down or backwards could damage the camera or the memory card.

  • Page 41: Internal Memory And Memory Cards

    Removing the Memory Card Turn the camera off and make sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have turned off, and then open the memory card slot cover. Gently push the memory card into the camera ( 1 ) to partially eject the card ( 2 ).

  • Page 42: Preparation 4 Configuring Various Settings

    Preparation 4 Configuring Various Settings When you turn on the camera for the first time after purchase, the welcome screen is displayed. Follow the on-screen instructions to set each option. Some settings require you to enter text. See “Entering Text” (A83) for more information about entering text.

  • Page 43: Date & Time Settings

    Date & Time Settings Press the W button M Settings M Date & time Configure the date and time settings on the Android OS setting menu (A86). Option Description Set camera clock to current date (month, day and year). Set date Drag each option up or down to specify the value, and tap Done.

  • Page 44: Step 1 Turn The Camera On

    Step 1 Turn the Camera On Press the power switch. The monitor turns on and the shooting screen is displayed. You can start taking images immediately (A19). Before proceeding to step 2, wait until the playback mode icon is displayed (A19). For more information about turning the camera off, see “Step 7 Turn the Camera Off”...

  • Page 45: Taking Pictures Immediately After Turning On The Camera

    Taking Pictures Immediately After Turning on the Camera When you turn on the camera, the monitor turns on and the shooting screen changes as shown below. 1910 1910 1910 Immediately after monitor turns on. Playback mode icon You can take images immediately after the monitor turns on. The availability of settings and the number of images that you can take are limited until the playback mode icon is displayed.

  • Page 46: Step 2 Select A Shooting Mode

    Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode Tap the shooting mode icon. 1910 1910 1910 Tap the desired shooting Shooting mode mode icon. A (auto) mode is used in this Easy auto mode Auto mode Scene example. The shooting mode setting is saved even after the camera is Special effects Smart portrait...

  • Page 47: Available Shooting Modes

    Available Shooting Modes G Easy auto mode The camera automatically selects the optimum scene mode when you frame a picture, making it even easier to take images using settings that suit the scene. A Auto mode Used for general shooting. Settings can be adjusted to suit the shooting conditions and the type of shot you want to capture.

  • Page 48: Step 3 Frame A Picture

    Step 3 Frame a Picture Hold the camera steadily in both hands. Keep fingers 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 built-in flash is above the lens.

  • Page 49: Using The Zoom

    Using the Zoom When you move the zoom control, the zoom Zoom out Zoom in lens position changes. To zoom in closer to the subject: Move toward g (telephoto). To zoom out and view a larger area: Move toward f (wide-angle). When you turn the camera on, the zoom moves to the maximum wide-angle position.

  • Page 50: Step 4 Focus And Shoot

    Step 4 Focus and Shoot Press the shutter-release button halfway. When the subject is in focus, the focus area glows green (multiple focus areas can glow green). When digital zoom is used, the focus area is not displayed and the camera focuses in the center of the frame.

  • Page 51: The Shutter-Release Button

    The Shutter-release Button To set focus and exposure (shutter speed and aperture value), press the shutter-release button Press halfway lightly until you feel a slight resistance. Focus and exposure remain locked while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. Press the shutter-release button all the way down to release the shutter and take an image.

  • Page 52: Step 5 Play Back Images

    Step 5 Play Back Images Tap the playback mode icon. 1910 1910 1910 Drag the current image to display the previous or next image. 15/11/2013 15:30 15/11/2013 15:30 15/11/2013 15:30 0004. JPG 0004. JPG 0004. JPG 4 4 / / Tap the shooting mode icon 15/11/2013 15:30 15/11/2013 15:30...
  • Page 53 Viewing Comments If comments are added to an image, 15/11/2013 15:30 15/11/2013 15:30 15/11/2013 15:30 part of the comments are displayed at 0004. JPG 0004. JPG 0004. JPG the bottom of the image (A24). Tap the comment area to display the entire comments.

  • Page 54: Step 6 Delete Images

    Step 6 Delete Images Play back an image to delete, and press the d 15/11/2013 15:30 15/11/2013 15:30 15/11/2013 15:30 0004. JPG 0004. JPG 0004. JPG button. 4 4 / / Tap l. Playback menu Add/remove Erase location Delete data (Timeline view) Slide show Protect...
  • Page 55 Operating the Erase Selected Images Screen Tap an image to add n. To deselect an image, remove n by tapping the image again. Drag the screen up or down to scroll through the images. To change the number of images displayed, move the zoom 12 12 12 control or use your fingers to...

  • Page 56: Step 7 Turn The Camera Off

    Step 7 Turn the Camera Off Press and hold the power switch for several seconds. If the monitor is already off, the camera has entered power saving mode (A31). Before turning the camera off, press the power switch once to exit power saving mode and turn the monitor back on.

  • Page 57: Power Saving Function

    Power Saving Function By default, the camera reduces power consumption by automatically entering the modes listed below. Mode Level Description If no operations are performed for a while when the camera is on, the monitor turns off automatically and battery power consumption is reduced.

  • Page 58: Adding Comments To Images

    Adding Comments to Images Adding Comments when Shooting You can add comments, such as your impressions or other information about an image, immediately after the shutter is released (except for continuous shooting). Tap h on the screen that is displayed immediately after taking a picture.

  • Page 59: Adding Comments When Playing Back

    Adding Comments when Playing Back Tap h on the playback screen to 15/11/2013 15:30 15/11/2013 15:30 15/11/2013 15:30 display the screen shown in step 2 of 0004. JPG 0004. JPG 0004. JPG “Adding Comments when Shooting” (A32). To add comments, follow the same procedure as for when shooting.

  • Page 60: Shooting Features

    Shooting Features G (Easy Auto) Mode The camera automatically selects the optimum scene mode listed below when you frame a picture, making it even easier to take images using settings that suit the scene. Shooting mode Easy auto mode Auto mode Scene Special effects Smart portrait...

  • Page 61: A (Auto) Mode

    A (Auto) Mode Used for general shooting. Settings can be adjusted to suit the shooting conditions and the type of shot you want to capture. Shooting mode Easy auto mode Auto mode Scene Special effects Smart portrait Movie 1910 1910 1910 The focus area selected by the camera varies depending on the AF area mode setting (A56).
  • Page 62 Adjusting Creative Slider Tap g in A (auto) mode to display Slider display the creative slider. Tap or drag the slider to adjust the Vividness vividness or hue. - Tap l to display the vividness adjustment screen. After the vividness is adjusted, a is displayed on the shooting screen (A7).

  • Page 63: Scene Mode (Shooting Suited To Scenes)

    Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) When a scene is selected, the camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected scene. Shooting mode Easy auto mode Auto mode Scene Special effects Smart portrait Movie 1910 1910 1910 To select a scene, tap the Scene desired scene icon on the screen shown on the left.
  • Page 64 Viewing a Description (Help Information) of Each Scene When u is tapped on the scene Scene Portrait selection screen, the help selection Use for photographs screen is displayed. Tap a scene icon to that emphasize a portrait subject. display a description of that scene. To Portrait Landscape Sports...

  • Page 65: Tips And Notes

    Tips and Notes d Sports While the shutter-release button is held all the way down, the camera shoots up to about 3 images continuously at a rate of about 8 fps (when image mode is set to R). The frame rate with continuous shooting may vary depending on the current image mode setting, the memory card used, or shooting conditions.

  • Page 66: Easy Panorama

    o Backlighting Press the d button and tap Y HDR to enable or disable the HDR (high dynamic range) function. p Off (default setting): The flash fires to prevent the subject from being hidden in shadow. - When the shutter-release button is pressed all the way down, one image is taken.

  • Page 67: O Pet Portrait

    O Pet portrait When you point the camera at a dog or cat, the camera detects the pet’s face and focuses on it. By default, the shutter is automatically released when focus is acquired (pet portrait auto release). Press the d button and tap C Continuous and then select Single or Continuous.

  • Page 68: Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting)

    Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting) Effects can be applied to images during shooting. Shooting mode Easy auto mode Auto mode Scene Special effects Smart portrait Movie 1910 1910 1910 Select an effect by tapping Special effects the icon of the desired effect on the screen shown on the High-contrast High-contrast...
  • Page 69 Category Description Gives the entire image a yellowish hue and darkens m Toy camera effect 1 the image periphery. Decreases the color saturation of the entire image n Toy camera effect 2 and darkens the image periphery. The camera selects one or more of nine focus areas containing the subject closest to the camera.

  • Page 70: Smart Portrait Mode (Shooting Smiling Faces)

    Smart Portrait Mode (Shooting Smiling Faces) When the camera detects a smiling face, you can take an image automatically without pressing the shutter-release button (smile timer (A56)). You can also use the skin softening option to smooth the skin tones in human faces. Shooting mode Easy auto mode Auto mode...
  • Page 71 Functions Available in Smart Portrait Mode Flash mode (A47) Self-timer (A49) Exposure compensation (A52) Smart portrait menu (A55)

  • Page 72: Basic Shooting Settings

    Basic Shooting Settings Depending on shooting mode, you can set the following functions by tapping the icons at the left of the monitor. When the icons are hidden, tap A. 1910 1910 1910 – 1 Flash mode (A47) 2 Self-timer (A49) Macro mode –...

  • Page 73: Using The Flash

    Using the Flash You can set flash mode to match the shooting conditions. Tap the flash mode icon. 1910 1910 1910 Tap the desired flash Flash mode mode icon (A48) to select it. Auto with red- Auto eye reduction Fill flash Slow sync The Flash Indicator The flash indicator shows flash status when the shutter-...

  • Page 74: Available Flash Modes

    Available Flash Modes Auto The flash fires when necessary, such as in dim lighting. Auto with red-eye reduction Reduce red-eye in portraits caused by the flash. The flash does not fire. We recommend using a tripod to stabilize the camera when shooting in dark surroundings. Fill flash The flash fires whenever an image is taken.

  • Page 75: Using The Self-Timer

    Using the Self-timer The camera is equipped with a self-timer that releases the shutter about ten seconds or two seconds after you press the shutter-release button. Set Vibration reduction to Off in the setup menu (A77) when using a tripod to stabilize the camera. Tap the self-timer icon.

  • Page 76: Release Button

    Press the shutter- release button the rest of the way down. Countdown starts. The self-timer lamp 1 / 250 F3.3 1 / 250 F3.3 1 / 250 F3.3 flashes while the timer is counting down. About 1 second before the shutter is released, the lamp stops flashing and glows...

  • Page 77: Using Macro Mode

    Using Macro Mode Use macro mode when taking close-up images. Tap the macro mode icon. 1910 1910 1910 Tap o. Macro mode Move the zoom control to set the zoom ratio to a position where F and the zoom indicator glow green.

  • Page 78: Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation)

    Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation) Adjust overall image brightness. Tap the exposure compensation icon. 1910 1910 1910 Tap or drag the slider to Exposure compensation change the exposure compensation value, and tap I. To brighten the image, set a positive (+) value. To darken the image, set a negative (–) value.

  • Page 79: Default Settings

    Default Settings The default settings for each function in each shooting mode are described below. Macro Exposure Flash mode Self-timer mode compensation (A47) (A49) (A51) (A52) G (easy auto) A (auto) R (special effects) F (smart portrait) D (movie) Scene b (Portrait) c (Landscape) d (Sports)
  • Page 80 a (Auto) (default setting) or W (Off) can be selected. When a (Auto) is selected, the camera automatically selects the flash mode appropriate for the scene it has selected. The setting cannot be changed. The camera enters macro mode when i is selected.

  • Page 81: Functions That Can Be Set With The D Button (Shooting Menu)

    Functions That Can Be Set with the d Button (Shooting Menu) When shooting images in shooting mode, you can set the menu options listed below by pressing the d button (A3). Shooting menu Image mode Touch shooting Continuous sensitivity White AF area 1910 1910...

  • Page 82: Shooting Menu Options

    Shooting Menu Options Option Description Allows you to set the combination of image size A Image mode and image quality used when saving images. Default setting: R 4608×3456. Select between Touch shutter (default setting), which allows you to release the shutter by tapping the monitor, and Touch AF/AE, q/s/r Touch which allows you to set the focus area by...

  • Page 83: Functions That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously

    Functions That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously Some shooting settings cannot be used with other functions. Restricted function Setting Description When a setting other than Continuous (A56) Single is selected, flash is disabled. When Blink proof is set to On, Flash mode (A47) Blink proof (A56) flash is disabled.
  • Page 84 Restricted function Setting Description When Continuous H: 120 fps, Continuous H: 60 fps, or Multi- shot 16 is selected, the ISO sensitivity setting is automatically specified according to the brightness. ISO sensitivity (A56) Continuous (A56) When Continuous L is selected, 3200 cannot be selected.
  • Page 85 Restricted function Setting Description When a setting other than Continuous (A56) Single or Multi-shot 16 is selected, Print date is disabled. When Blink proof is set to On, Blink proof (A56) the date and time cannot be Print date (A77) imprinted on images.

  • Page 86: Focusing On Subjects

    Focusing on Subjects The focus area varies depending on the shooting mode. Using Target Finding AF When AF area mode (A56) in A (auto) mode is set to Target finding AF, the camera focuses in the manner described below when you press the shutter-release button halfway.

  • Page 87: Face Detection

    Face Detection When the camera is pointed at a human face in the shooting modes listed below, the camera automatically detects the face and focuses on it. G (easy auto) (A34) When AF area mode (A56) in A (auto) mode (A35) is set to Face 1910 1910 1910...

  • Page 88: Skin Softening

    Skin Softening When the shutter is released while using one of the shooting modes listed below, the camera detects human faces and processes the image to soften facial skin tones (up to three faces). Smart portrait mode (A44) - The skin softening level can be adjusted. Portrait or Night portrait scene mode (A37) - This includes cases where the camera selects one of these scene modes while in G (easy auto) mode.

  • Page 89: Focus Lock

    Focus Lock Focus lock shooting is recommended when the camera does not activate the focus area that contains the desired subject. Set AF area mode to Center in A (auto) mode (A56). Position the subject in the center of the frame and press the shutter- release button...

  • Page 90: Playback Features

    Playback Features Playback Zoom Spread two fingers apart in full-frame playback mode (A26) to enlarge the current image. Display area guide 15/11/2013 15:30 15/11/2013 15:30 15/11/2013 15:30 0004. JPG 0004. JPG 0004. JPG 4 4 / / ×3.0 × × 3.0 Image is zoomed in.

  • Page 91: Thumbnail Playback

    Thumbnail Playback Pinch two fingers together in full-frame playback mode (A26) to display images as thumbnails. 15/11/2013 15:30 15/11/2013 15:30 15/11/2013 15:30 0004. JPG 0004. JPG 0004. JPG 4 4 / / 12 12 12 Image thumbnail display You can also display thumbnails by moving the zoom control toward f (h).

  • Page 92: Timeline View (Chronological Display)

    Timeline View (Chronological Display) Display multiple images and comments (A32) in a timeline that resembles a scroll. You can create a timeline for your favorite images or for images from various categories. Adding Images to a Timeline Tap g on the playback 15/11/2013 15:30 15/11/2013 15:30 15/11/2013 15:30...
  • Page 93 Tap the desired image to add n. Multiple images can be selected. To deselect a selected image, tap the image again to remove n. To change the number of images displayed, move the zoom 12 12 12 control or use your fingers to pinch or spread the screen, in the same way as with thumbnail playback mode (A65).

  • Page 94: Displaying Images In Timeline View

    Displaying Images in Timeline View On the screen shown in step 2 of Timeline view “Adding Images to a Timeline” (A66), Untitled01 tap a timeline that contains images. Title images are displayed for Untitled02 timelines that contain images. Untitled03 Untitled04 Untitled05 Title image When the images are displayed in...

  • Page 95: Functions That Can Be Set With The D Button (Timeline Menu)

    Functions That Can Be Set with the d Button (Timeline Menu) When displaying images in timeline view, you can operate the menu options listed below by pressing the d button. Option Description Add or remove images to or from the timeline. d Add/remove For more information on how to select images, see step images...

  • Page 96: Functions That Can Be Set With The D Button (Playback Menu)

    Functions That Can be Set with the d Button (Playback Menu) When viewing images in full-frame playback mode or thumbnail playback mode, you can set the menu options listed below by pressing the d button (A3). To display a previous/next option, flick the screen to the left or right. Playback menu 15/11/2013 15:30 15/11/2013 15:30...
  • Page 97 Option Description 1, 4 i Volume Adjust the movie volume. Copy files between a memory card and the h Copy internal memory. When using thumbnail playback mode, this function cannot be applied. Display the image in full-frame playback mode. The function cannot be used for movies. Edited images are saved as separate files.

  • Page 98: Recording And Playing Back Movies

    Recording and Playing Back Movies Recording Movies Shooting mode Easy auto mode Auto mode Scene Special effects Smart portrait Movie 1910 1910 1910 Press the shutter-release button all the way down to start recording. When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the camera focuses on a human face (when a face is detected) or on the subject at the center of the frame.
  • Page 99 Taking Still Images While Recording a Movie You can tap the button at the right of the screen during movie recording to capture a still image without stopping movie recording. The image is captured at the same size that is set in Movie options (A75).
  • Page 100 Recording Movies Memory cards with an SD Speed Class rating of 6 or faster are recommended when recording movies (F20). Movie recording may stop unexpectedly when memory cards with a lower Speed Class ratings are used. Digital zoom degrades image quality. In some rare cases, movie recordings may capture the sounds of the camera itself, such as those made by the shutter-release button, the zoom control, the movement of the lens during zoom, autofocus, vibration reduction, or aperture...

  • Page 101: Functions That Can Be Set With The D Button (Movie Menu)

    Functions That Can be Set with the d Button (Movie menu) When recording movies, you can set the menu options listed below by pressing the d button (A3). Movie Movie Autofocus Touch shooting options mode 29m 0s 29m 0s 29m 0s Wind noise Set up reduction...

  • Page 102: Movie Playback

    Movie Playback Tap the playback mode icon to enter 15/11/2013 15:30 15/11/2013 15:30 15/11/2013 15:30 playback mode. 0005. MOV 0005. MOV 0005. MOV Movies can be recognized by the movie options (A75) icon displayed on them. To adjust the volume before playback, press the d button and 8m 0s 8m 0s...

  • Page 103: General Camera Setup

    General Camera Setup Functions That Can Be Set with the d Button (Setup Menu) In the setup menu, the settings of the menu options listed below can be configured. Shooting menu Set up Welcome screen Monitor settings Image mode Touch shooting Continuous sensitivity Print date...

  • Page 104: Location Access

    Option Description Allows you to set whether or not location data obtained by GPS or Wi-Fi* is recorded for Record location images and movies. data When using this function, set Access to my location in Location access (A86) to ON. Allows you to reset the camera’s settings to Reset all their default values.

  • Page 105: Using Android Os

    Screen lock in Security in the Android OS setting menu (A87). Make a note of your unlock procedure so that you do not forget it. If you forget your unlock procedure, you will not be able to unlock the screen. If this happens, contact a Nikon-authorized service representative.

  • Page 106: Activating The Main Applications

    Activating the Main Applications Tap the shortcuts on the home screen to activate the applications listed below. The location of shortcuts can be changed, and they can be added to or removed from the home screen (except the drawer). 15:30 Shooting Play Upload...

  • Page 107: Using Status Bar

    Using Status Bar The status bar is the area at the top of 15:30 the Android OS screen in which notification icons are displayed. Shooting Play Upload Settings You can check the icons indicating the Browser Play Store status of newly received e-mail and active operations, and the status of the camera’s functions such as the Wi-Fi (wireless LAN) connection status and...

  • Page 108: Using The Option Menu

    Using the Option Menu On the home screen or applications 15:30 screen, press the d button to select the options listed below. Shooting Play Upload Settings Browser Play Store Wallpaper Manage apps System settings Option Description You can select an image to use as home Wallpaper –...

  • Page 109: Entering Text

    Entering Text Enter text using the on-screen keyboard or the voice typing function. Using the Keyboard Tap the on-screen keyboard to enter text. The keyboard is displayed whenever you tap a text input area such as the search box. Press the V button to hide the on-screen keyboard. See “Other Keyboard Operations”...

  • Page 110: Other Keyboard Operations

    Other Keyboard Operations Tap the keys listed below to perform operations such as changing character types, deleting text, and inserting a space. Description Switches the keyboard between alphabet and numbers/symbols. Inserts a line break. Inserts a space. Switches between upper case, lower case, and symbols.

  • Page 111: Using The Voice Typing Function

    Using the Voice Typing Function The camera can recognize speech and enter it as text. To use voice typing without connecting to the Internet, you must install an offline speech recognition data on the camera. If you connect the camera to the Internet, you can use the voice typing function without installing a data.

  • Page 112: Using Android Os Setting Menu

    Using Android OS Setting Menu On the home screen, tap Settings 15:30 to set the options listed below. Shooting Play Upload Settings Browser Play Store Option Description Configure the Wi-Fi (wireless LAN) 88, E61 Wi-Fi settings. Check the amount of data uploaded or downloaded by the camera during Data usage –...

  • Page 113: Factory Data Reset

    Option Description Configure security settings such as Security Screen lock. Configure the display language, text Language & input input settings, and text-to-speech settings. Configure Reboot and Factory data Backup & reset reset (format the internal memory). Add account Add online service accounts. Configure the date and time settings, set the date/time display format, and Date &...

  • Page 114: Using The Internet

    Using the Internet An Internet connection is required in order to use online service. Configure the Wi-Fi (wireless LAN) network before using the Internet. Setting Up a Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) Network Press the W button M Settings M Wi-Fi You must have access to a Wi-Fi (wireless LAN) network. Before configuring the Wi-Fi (wireless LAN) settings on the camera, make sure that your Wi-Fi (wireless LAN) network is set up and that you know your network SSID and password.
  • Page 115 Notes About Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) Networks For more information on configuring a private Wi-Fi (wireless LAN) network, contact your Wi-Fi service provider. The camera may not be able to connect to some Wi-Fi (wireless LAN) networks. For details about a particular network, contact the Wi-Fi service provider or a dealer. Wi-Fi (wireless LAN) networks use a wireless signal to transmit information, making them convenient to use with devices within range of the signal.

  • Page 116: Setting Up A Google Account

    Setting Up a Google Account Press the W button M Settings M Add account Setting a Google account allows you to install various applications from the Google Play Store and take advantage of other Google services on your camera. Google accounts are free of charge, and the user name can be used as a email address.

  • Page 117: Sharing Images

    Sharing Images You can share images and movies with other applications. For example, you can upload your images and movies to the Internet if you share them with an application that provides online services. Some sharing applications require an Internet connection. Set up your Wi-Fi (wireless LAN) network (A88).

  • Page 118: Using The Internet

    Sharing Multiple Images Simultaneously Tap A in thumbnail playback mode (A65) to display the image selection screen, and select multiple images to share. Tap images to add n. To deselect a selected image, tap the image again to remove n. 12 12 12 To change the number of images displayed, move the zoom control...

  • Page 119: Using Google Play Store (Getting Applications)

    Please note that in the event you install an application that causes problems with the camera, Nikon assumes no responsibility for any loss or damage to you or any third party arising from the application you installed.

  • Page 120: Connecting The Camera To A Tv And Computer

    Connecting the Camera to a TV and Computer Connection Methods You can enhance your enjoyment of images and movies by connecting the camera to a TV and computer. HDMI Micro connector (Type D) Micro-USB connector Open the connector covers. Insert the plug straight. Before connecting the camera to an external device, make sure the remaining battery level is sufficient.
  • Page 121 Viewing images on a TV You can view the camera’s images and movies on a TV. Connection method: Connect a commercially available HDMI cable to the TV’s HDMI input jack. Before connecting the camera to a TV, make sure to turn the camera off.

  • Page 122: Using Viewnx 2

    Your Imaging Toolbox Installing ViewNX 2 An Internet connection is required. Refer to the Nikon website for details on system requirements, including the latest information on operating system compatibility. Start the computer and download the ViewNX 2 installer from the URL below.

  • Page 123: Transferring Images To The Computer

    Nikon Transfer 2. If the memory card contains a large number of images, it may take a while for Nikon Transfer 2 to start. Wait until Nikon Transfer 2 starts. Connecting the USB Cable The connection may not be recognized if the camera is connected to the computer...
  • Page 124 Disconnect automatically after transfer is unchecked, Nikon Transfer 2 quits automatically and ViewNX 2 starts. If you want to continue transferring images from another recording medium, click Transfer on the ViewNX 2 toolbar, start Nikon Transfer 2, and then import the images to the computer.

  • Page 125: Viewing Images

    Terminate the connection. If the camera is connected to the computer, follow the procedure below to disconnect it. - On the computer, eject the removable disk. - Tap Turn off USB storage on the camera screen. If Turn off USB storage is not displayed, you can select it in the notification shade on the home screen (A81).

  • Page 127: Technical Notes And Index

    Technical Notes and Index Caring for the Product ........F2 The Camera ....................F2 The Battery .....................F3 Charging AC Adapter .................F4 Memory Cards ..................F5 Cleaning and Storage ........F6 Cleaning ....................F6 Storage ....................F6 Troubleshooting ..........F7 Specifications ..........F15 Approved Memory Cards .............. F20 Index ..............F23...

  • Page 128: Caring For The Product

    Caring for the Product The Camera To ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the precautions described below in addition to the warnings in “For Your Safety” (Avii–ix) when using or storing the device. Keep Dry The device will be damaged if immersed in water or subjected to high humidity.

  • Page 129: 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 Be sure to read and follow the warnings in “For Your Safety” (Avii–ix) before use.

  • Page 130: Charging Ac Adapter

    If the battery will not be used for some time, insert it in the camera and completely exhaust it before removing it for storage. The battery should be stored in a cool location with an ambient temperature of 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F).

  • Page 131: Memory Cards

    Memory Cards Use only a microSDHC/microSDXC memory cards. See “Approved Memory Cards” (F20) for more information about memory cards. Be sure to follow the precautions described in the documentation included with the memory card. Do not put labels or stickers on memory cards. The first time you insert a memory card that has been used in another device into this camera, be sure to format it with this camera.

  • Page 132: Cleaning And Storage

    Cleaning and Storage Cleaning Do not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals. 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 or other stains that cannot be removed with a Lens blower, wipe the lens with a soft cloth, using a spiral motion that...

  • Page 133: 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 Supply, Display, and Settings Problem Cause/Solution Wait for recording to end. If the problem persists, turn the camera off.

  • Page 134: The Setup Menu

    Problem Cause/Solution 86, E62 Adjust the monitor brightness. Monitor is hard to read. The monitor is dirty. Clean the monitor. If the camera clock has not been set, the “Date not set” indicator flashes during shooting and movie recording. A date and time of “00/00/0000 00:00”...

  • Page 135: Vibration Reduction

    Problem Cause/Solution In some rare cases, the Wi-Fi (wireless LAN) function turns off Wi-Fi (wireless LAN) function 3, 87, suddenly and will not turn on. turns off and will not turn on. Reboot the camera then turn on the Wi-Fi (wireless LAN) settings. When Autofocus mode is set to Full-time AF or while in some Camera makes sound.

  • Page 136: Af Assist

    Problem Cause/Solution The flash is reflecting off particles in Bright specks appear in the air. Set the flash mode setting to images taken with flash. W (Off). The flash mode setting is set to W (Off). A scene mode that restricts the flash is selected.
  • Page 137 Problem Cause/Solution Images appear smeared. The lens is dirty. Clean the lens. White balance does not match light 56, E32 Colors are unnatural. source. The shutter speed is too slow or ISO sensitivity is high as the subject is Randomly spaced bright dark.
  • Page 138 Problem Cause/Solution It may take more time to save images in the following situations: When the noise reduction – function is in operation When flash mode is set to b Saving images takes time. (auto with red-eye reduction) When shooting in Backlighting scene mode (when HDR is set to 56, E36 When the skin softening function...

  • Page 139: Hdmi

    The camera is off. The battery is exhausted. 12, 18 The USB cable is not correctly connected. Nikon Transfer 2 does not start Confirm the compatible when camera is connected to operating systems. a computer. The camera is not recognized by the computer.
  • Page 140 You are not using the correct unlock procedure. Make sure to use the correct procedure. If you forget your unlock Cannot unlock the screen. procedure, you will not be able to unlock the screen. If this happens, contact a Nikon-authorized service representative.

  • Page 141: Specifications

    Specifications Nikon COOLPIX S810c Digital Camera Type Compact digital camera Number of effective pixels 16.0 million Image sensor -in. type CMOS; total pixels: approx. 16.79 million Lens NIKKOR lens with 12× optical zoom Focal length 4.5–54.0 mm (angle of view equivalent to that of 25–300 mm lens in 35mm [135] format)
  • Page 142 Storage Media Internal memory Spaces available for saving images: approx. 1.1 GB Spaces available for saving applications: approx. 1 GB (varying depending on the country or region) microSDHC/microSDXC memory card File system DCF, Exif 2.3, DPOF compliant File formats Still pictures: JPEG Comments: TXT Movies: MOV (video: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, audio: LPCM stereo)
  • Page 143 Interface Hi-Speed USB equivalent Data Transfer Protocol Mass storage HDMI output Can be selected from Auto, 480p, 720p, and 1080i I/O terminal Headset connector, Micro-USB connector HDMI Micro connector (Type D) Receiver frequency 1575.42 MHz (C/A code), geodetic system WGS 84 Supported languages for Arabic, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Czech, camera menus...
  • Page 144 Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) Standards IEEE 802.11b/g/n (standard wireless LAN protocol), WPS 2.0 (certified compliant with Wi-Fi Alliance standards), ARIB STD-T66 (standard for low power data communications systems) Communications IEEE 802.11b: DBPSK, DQPSK, CCK protocols IEEE 802.11g: OFDM IEEE 802.11n: OFDM Approx.
  • Page 145 For Argentina: Approx. 73 g (2.6 oz) For Brazil: Approx. 70 g (2.5 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 146: Approved Memory Cards

    Approved Memory Cards The following a microSDHC/microSDXC memory cards have been tested and approved for use in this camera. Memory cards with an SD Speed Class rating of 6 or faster are recommended for recording movies. Movie recording may stop unexpectedly when memory cards with a lower Speed Class rating are used.
  • Page 147 “About device” in the product. Nikon offers to provide source code of software licensed under the GPL or LGPL or some other open source licenses allowing source code distribution to you...

  • Page 148: Trademark Information

    Google Maps™, Google Latitude™, Picasa™ and YouTube™ are trademarks or registered trademarks of Google, Inc. All other trade names mentioned in this manual or the other documentation included with your Nikon product are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

  • Page 149: Index

    Index Auto flash ..........48 Symbols g (Telephoto)......... 23 Auto mode ..........35 f (Wide-angle)........23 Auto rotate screen...... 9, 86 R Special effects mode ....42 Autofocus....62, 75, E51 G Easy auto mode......34 A Auto mode......20, 35 Backlighting o........
  • Page 150 Continuous L ......... E30 Filter effects......70, E9 Copy .......... 71, E47 Fireworks show m....37, 39 Creative slider......... 36 Firmware version ....78, E60 Crop.......... 64, E13 Fixed range auto......E29 Cross process o......... 42 Flash.......... 47, E32 Flash mode........47, 48 Flash off .............
  • Page 151 Internal memory........15 Internal memory indicator Night landscape j......37 ............6, 8, 18 Night portrait e........39 Internet............92 Nikon Transfer 2......96, 97 ISO sensitivity...... 56, E29 Nostalgic sepia P...... 42 Notification shade........ 81 JPG............E71 Number of exposures remaining ..............

  • Page 152: Reset All

    Press and hold........... 3 Shooting ......20, 22, 24 Press halfway .......... 25 Shooting menu........56 Print ............. E43 Shooting mode ........21 Print date....... 77, E54 Shut-down timer ... 31, 86, E63 Print order..........70 Shutter sound..... 77, E57 Protect........

  • Page 153: Wi-Fi

    Timeline view ........66 Touch AF/AE ....... 56, E28 Zoom control........1, 23 Touch and hold........4 Touch shooting ....... 56, 75, E23, E50 Touch shutter..... 56, E25 Touch sounds..... 86, E62 Toy camera effect 1 m....43 Toy camera effect 2 n ....43 Tripod socket ..........
  • Page 156 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. Printed in Singapore YP4D02(11) 6MN28111-02...

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