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  • Page 1 DIGITAL CAMERA Reference Manual...
  • Page 2 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 3 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 4: Read This First

    Introduction Read This First Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX S6200 digital camera. Before using the camera, please read the information in “For Your Safety” (A vi) 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

    Read This First About This Manual If you want to start using the camera right away, see “The Basics of Shooting and Playback” (A 13). To learn about the parts of the camera and basic operations, see “Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations”...

  • 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 • 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 8: 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 9 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 10 When connecting cables to the input person or object and output jacks, use only the cables Failure to observe this precaution provided or sold by Nikon for the could result in burns or fire. purpose, to maintain compliance with product regulations.

  • Page 11: Notices

    Nikon interference in a residential installation. Corporation may void the user’s This equipment generates, uses, and authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 12 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 13: 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 14 Table of Contents Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) .................. 39 Changing Scene Mode Settings........................ 39 Characteristics of Each Scene........................40 Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting) ............. 47 Changing Special Effects Mode Settings..................... 48 Smart Portrait Mode (Shooting Smiling Faces)................ 49 Changing Smart Portrait Mode Settings....................
  • Page 15 Table of Contents Reference Section ........................E1 Using Panorama Assist......................... E2 Favorite Pictures Mode ........................ E4 Adding Images to Albums........................E4 Playing Back Images in Albums ......................E5 Removing Images from Albums ......................E5 Changing the Favorites Album Icon....................E6 Auto Sort Mode ..........................
  • Page 16 Table of Contents The Movie Menu.......................... E52 Movie Options ............................. E52 Autofocus Mode............................E53 Wind Noise Reduction..........................E53 The Setup Menu .......................... E54 Welcome Screen ............................E54 Time Zone and Date..........................E55 Monitor Settings............................E58 Print Date (Imprinting Date and Time)..................E60 Vibration Reduction ..........................

  • Page 17: 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.............8 Switching Between Shooting Mode and Playback Mode ....8...

  • Page 18: 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, 28 Microphone (stereo)......73, 82 Zoom control........4, 5, 27 Flash..............56 f : wide...........4, 27 Lens g : tele............4, 27 h: thumbnail playback....5, 31 Lens cover i : playback zoom ......5, 31 Eyelet for camera strap......12...
  • Page 19 Parts of the Camera Charge lamp........17, E69 Battery-chamber/ Flash lamp............56 memory card slot cover....14, 15 b (e movie-record) button..4, 5, 82 Battery latch .............14 A (shooting mode) button Battery chamber..........14 ..............4, 5, 8, 24 Memory card slot..........18 c (playback) button ..4, 5, 8, 30, 72 USB/audio/video output connector Rotary multi selector ................16, 74...

  • Page 20: 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 21: 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 and to change to playback mode.

  • Page 22: 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 (A 88) ➝...
  • Page 23 Parts of the Camera Playback Mode 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 1 1 2 : 0 0 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 1 1 2 : 0 0 9 9 9 9 . J P G 9 9 9 9 .

  • Page 24: 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 25: 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 26: 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 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 1 1 5 : 3 0...

  • Page 27: Switching Between Tabs

    Basic Operations Switching Between Tabs Shooting menu Set up Shooting menu Image mode Welcome screen Image mode Time zone and date White balance White balance Monitor settings Continuous Continuous ISO sensitivity ISO sensitivity Print date Color options Color options Vibration reduc tion AF area mode AF area mode Motion detec tion...

  • Page 28: Attaching The Camera Strap

    Basic Operations Attaching the Camera Strap...

  • Page 29: The Basics Of Shooting And Playback

    The Basics of Shooting and Playback Preparation Preparation 1 Insert the Battery ..................14 Preparation 2 Charge the Battery ..................16 Preparation 3 Insert a Memory Card................18 Shooting Step 1 Turn the Camera On....................20 Setting the Display Language, Date, and Time (First Use After Purchase)..22 Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode..................24 Step 3 Frame a Picture .......................26 Step 4 Focus and Shoot.....................28...

  • Page 30: 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 31: 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 32: 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 33 Preparation 2 Charge the Battery The Charge Lamp Status Description Blinks slowly (green) The battery is charging. The battery is not charging. When charging is complete, the charge lamp stops blinking 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 34: 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 35: 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 36: 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” (A 22). • The lens extends and the monitor turns on. Check the battery level indicator and the number of exposures remaining.

  • Page 37: 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 38: 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 39 Step 1 Turn the Camera On Daylight Saving Time If daylight saving time is in effect, press the multi selector H to enable the daylight saving time function L o n d o n C a s a b l a n c a while setting the region in step 3.

  • Page 40: 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 41: Available Shooting Modes

    Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode Available Shooting Modes A 36 Auto mode Used for general shooting. Settings can be adjusted in the shooting menu (A 37) to suit the shooting conditions and the type of shot you want to capture. A 39 Scene mode Camera settings are optimized according to the scene that you select.

  • Page 42: 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 43: 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 44: 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 45 Step 4 Focus and Shoot Notes About Saving Images • While images are being saved, the Number of Exposures Remaining (A 20) will blink. Do not open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover while images are being saved. Removing the battery or memory card in these circumstances could result in loss of data or in damage to the camera or card.

  • Page 46: 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 47: 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 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 1 1 5 : 3 0 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 1 1 5 : 3 0 g (i) 0 0 0 4 .

  • Page 48: 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 49 Step 6 Delete Unwanted Images Operating the Erase Selected Images Screen Press the multi selector J or K to select an Erase selec ted images image to be deleted, and then press H to display y. • To undo the selection, press I to remove y. •...

  • Page 51: 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 Smar t por trait...

  • Page 52: A (Auto) Mode

    Shooting Features A (Auto) Mode Used for general shooting. Settings can be adjusted in the shooting menu (A 37) 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 (A 24-25) •...

  • Page 53: 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 M A tab (A 10) Shooting menu Image mode White balance Continuous ISO sensitivity Color options AF area mode...
  • Page 54 A (Auto) Mode Option Description When Single AF is selected, the camera focuses only while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. When Full- Autofocus mode time AF is selected, the camera focuses even when the shutter-release button is not pressed halfway. You may hear the sound of the camera focusing.

  • Page 55: 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 (A 24-25) * The icon of the last scene selected is displayed.

  • Page 56: Characteristics Of Each Scene

    Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) Characteristics of Each Scene x Scene auto selector The camera automatically selects the optimum scene mode when you frame a picture. e: Portrait, f: Landscape, h: Night portrait, g: Night landscape, i: Close-up, j: Backlighting, d: Other scenes •...

  • Page 57: Night Portrait O

    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 58 Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) Z Beach Captures the brightness of such subjects as beaches or sunlit expanses of water. • The camera focuses on the area in the center of the frame. z Snow Captures the brightness of sunlit snow. •...
  • Page 59 Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) k Close-up Use this mode to photograph flowers, insects, and other small objects at close range. • Macro mode (A 59) is enabled and the camera automatically zooms to the closest position at which it can focus.
  • Page 60 Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) l Museum Use indoors where flash photography is prohibited (for example, in museums and art galleries) or in other settings in which you do not want to use the flash. • The camera focuses on the area in the center of the frame. •...
  • Page 61 Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) p Panorama assist Use this setting to capture a series of images that will be connected using a computer to form a panorama image (E2). • Press the multi selector H, I, J or K to select the direction that you will move the camera in when capturing images, and press the k button.
  • Page 62 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 63: 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 (A 24-25) * The icon of the last effect selected is displayed. The default setting is D (soft). The following six effects are available.

  • Page 64: 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 (A 55): Flash mode (A 56), self-timer (A 58), macro mode (A 59), and exposure compensation (A 60) •...

  • Page 65: Smart Portrait Mode (Shooting Smiling Faces)

    Smart Portrait Mode (Shooting 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 in human faces. Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M F Smart portrait mode (A 24-25) Without pressing the shutter-release button, frame the picture and wait for the subject to smile.

  • Page 66: Changing Smart Portrait Mode Settings

    Smart Portrait Mode (Shooting Smiling Faces) Changing Smart Portrait Mode Settings • Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector (A 55): Flash mode (A 56), self-timer (A 58), and exposure compensation (A 60) • Features that can be set by pressing the d button: Options available in the smart portrait menu.

  • Page 67: 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 (A 24-25) When you register a subject, subject tracking begins and the focus area automatically follows the subject.

  • Page 68: Changing Subject Tracking Mode Settings

    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 69: Options Available In The Subject Tracking Menu

    Subject Tracking Mode (Focusing on a Moving Subject) Options Available in the Subject Tracking Menu When using s subject tracking mode, the following settings can be changed. Select subject tracking mode M d button M s tab (A 10) Subject tracking Image mode Autofocus mode Face priority tracking...
  • Page 70 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 71: 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 72: 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 73: Available Flash Modes

    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 74: 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 75: 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 76: 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 77: 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 mode can be found on the next page. Exposure Flash Self-timer Macro compensation (A 56) (A 58) (A 59) (A 60) A (auto)
  • Page 78 Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Default settings for scene mode are described below. Exposure Flash Self-timer Macro compensation (A 56) (A 58) (A 59) (A 60) x (A 40) U b (A 40) V c (A 40) W d (A 41) W e (A 41) V f (A 41) V...

  • Page 79: Changing The Image Size (Image Mode)

    Changing the Image Size (Image Mode) Enter shooting mode M d button M Shooting menu 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 80 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 81: Features That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously

    Features That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously Some shooting settings cannot be used with other functions. Restricted Option Descriptions function When Continuous, BSS, or Multi-shot 16 Continuous (A 37) is selected, the flash cannot be used. Flash mode When Blink proof is set to On, the flash Blink proof (A 50) cannot be used.
  • Page 82 Features That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously Restricted Option Descriptions function When Continuous, BSS, or Multi-shot 16 Shutter sound Continuous (A 37) is selected, the shutter sound is not heard. Notes About Digital Zoom • Depending on the shooting mode or the current settings, digital zoom may not be available (E63).

  • Page 83: 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 84 Using Face Detection Viewing Images That Were Captured Using Face Detection • During playback, the camera automatically rotates images according to the orientation of the faces that were detected at the time of shooting (except when viewing an image captured in a series).

  • Page 85: 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 86: 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 (A 37) set to Center. Position the subject in the center of the frame.

  • Page 87: 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 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 1 1 5 : 3 0 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 1 1 5 : 3 0 0 0 0 4 .

  • Page 88: 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 A 30 All images are played back. When you switch from shooting mode to playback mode, this mode is selected.

  • Page 89: 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 following functions by pressing the d button (A 10) to display the menu, and then selecting the c tab, h tab, F tab, or C tab. Option Description Allows you to create retouched copies in which contrast...

  • Page 90: 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 91: Using Viewnx 2

    • Windows XP Home Edition/Professional (Service Pack 3) Mac OS • Mac OS X (version 10.5.8, 10.6.7) 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 92 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 - Movie Editor: For basic editing of transferred movies •...

  • Page 93: Transferring Images To The Computer

    Import File using Nikon Transfer 2 and click OK. 2 Double-click Import File. 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.

  • Page 94: Viewing Images

    Transfer images to the computer. • Confirm that the name of the connected camera or removable disk is displayed in the “Source” panel in the Nikon Transfer 2 “Options” area (1). • Click Start Transfer (2). • At default settings, all the images on the memory card will be copied to the computer.

  • Page 95: Retouching Photographs

    Using ViewNX 2 Retouching Photographs Click Edit in the ViewNX 2 toolbar. Image editing functions include tone compensation, sharpness adjustment, and trimming (cropping). Editing Movies Click Movie Editor in the ViewNX 2 toolbar. Movie editing functions include the ability to delete unwanted scenes. Printing Images Click Print in the ViewNX 2 toolbar.

  • Page 97: 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 7 6 0 7 6 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 98: Recording Movies

    Recording and Playing Back Movies Recording Movies You can record movies by simply pressing the b (e movie-record) button. Color tones, white balance, and other settings are the same when recording movies as they are when taking pictures. Display the shooting screen. Movie option •...

  • Page 99: 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 (A 19). Movie recording may stop unexpectedly when memory cards with a lower Speed Class rating are used. •...
  • Page 100 Recording Movies Movie Options and Maximum Movie Length Internal memory Movie options (A 85) Memory card (4 GB)* (approx. 74 MB) n HD 720p (1280×720) 1 min 14 s 1 h 20 min (default setting) p iFrame 540 (960×540) 21 s 20 min m VGA (640×480) 2 min 38 s...

  • Page 101: Changing Movie Recording Settings (The Movie Menu)

    Recording Movies Changing Movie Recording Settings (the Movie Menu) Enter shooting mode M d M D tab (A 10) The following settings can be changed. Movie Movie options Autofocus mode Wind noise reduction Option Description The following movie types are available: n HD 720p (1280×720), p iFrame 540 (960×540), and m Movie options VGA (640×480).

  • Page 102: Playing Back Movies

    To delete a movie, select the desired movie in full-frame playback mode (A 30) or thumbnail playback mode (A 31) and press the l button (A 32). Notes About Playing Back Movies The COOLPIX S6200 is not able to play back movies recorded with another make or model of digital camera.

  • Page 103: 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 2 9 m 0 s 2 9 m 0 s Vibration reduc tion Motion detec tion 7 6 0...

  • Page 104: The Setup Menu

    General Camera Setup The Setup Menu Press the d button M z (setup) tab (A 10) 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 reduc tion Motion detec tion...

  • Page 105: Af-Assist Illuminator

    The Setup Menu Option Description When set to Auto (default setting), if the camera detects camera shake or subject movement at the time of shooting, it automatically increases ISO sensitivity and shutter speed to reduce blurring. The r indicator glows Motion detection green when the camera detects camera shake and increases shutter speed.
  • Page 106 The Setup Menu Option Description When set to Auto (default setting), you can charge the camera’s battery by connecting the camera to a computer (provided that the computer is able to supply power). • When charging by computer, it may take more time to Charge by computer charge the battery than when using the Charging AC Adapter EH-69P.

  • Page 107: Additional Information

    Reference Section The Reference Section provides detailed information and hints about using the camera. Shooting Using Panorama Assist ..................... E2 Playback Favorite Pictures Mode..................... E4 Auto Sort Mode......................E7 List by Date Mode ...................... E9 Editing Still Images ....................E10 Connecting the Camera to a TV (Viewing Images on a TV).......E21 Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) ........E23 Menu The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)............E30...

  • Page 108: Reference Section

    Reference Section Using Panorama Assist The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame. Use a tripod for the best results. Set Vibration reduction (E61) to Off in the setup menu when using a tripod to stabilize the camera. Press the A button in shooting mode and use the multi selector to select p (Panorama assist)

  • Page 109: More Information

    Using Panorama Assist Press the k button when shooting is complete. • The camera returns to step 2. 2 9 m 0 s 2 9 m 0 s 7 5 7 7 5 7 Notes About Panorama Assist • Flash mode, self-timer, macro mode, and exposure compensation settings cannot be adjusted after the first picture is taken.

  • Page 110: 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 111: Playing Back Images In Albums

    Favorite Pictures Mode Playing Back Images in Albums If you select h Favorite pictures mode when Favorite pictures changing the playback mode (A 72), the album selection screen is displayed. Use the multi selector to select an album and then press the k button to play back the images that have been added to the selected album.

  • Page 112: Changing The Favorites Album Icon

    Favorite Pictures Mode Changing the Favorites Album Icon From the album selection screen (E5), select an album and press the d button to change the album’s icon. • Select a color, press the k button, and then select Choose icon an icon and press the k button to change the icon.

  • Page 113: Auto Sort Mode

    Auto Sort Mode Images are automatically sorted in to categories, such Por traits as portraits, landscapes, and movies. If you select F Auto sort mode when changing the playback mode (A 72), the category selection screen is displayed. Other scenes Use the multi selector to select a category and then press the k button to play back the images in the selected category.
  • Page 114 • Images copied from the internal memory to a memory card, or vice versa (E51), cannot be played back in auto sort mode. • Images or movies saved by a camera other than the COOLPIX S6200 cannot be played back in auto sort mode.

  • Page 115: List By Date Mode

    List by Date Mode If you select C List by date mode when changing the List by date playback mode (A 72), the shooting date selection 2 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 1 screen is displayed. 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 1 Use the multi selector to select a date and then press 1 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 1 the k button to play back the images captured on the...

  • Page 116: Editing Still Images

    Editing Still Images Editing Features Use the COOLPIX S6200 to edit images in-camera and save them as separate files (E77). The editing functions described below are available. Editing function Description Easily create retouched copies in which contrast and saturation Quick retouch (E12) have been enhanced.
  • Page 117 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 that can be added Quick retouch The skin softening, small picture, or crop function can be added. D-Lighting The quick retouch, D-Lighting, and filter effects functions cannot be Filter effects...

  • Page 118: Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast And Saturation

    Editing Still Images k Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and Saturation Quick retouch can be used to easily create retouched copies in which contrast and saturation have been enhanced. Copies created with the quick retouch function are saved as separate files. Display the desired image in full-frame playback mode (A 30) or thumbnail playback mode (A 31) and press the d...

  • Page 119: I D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness And Contrast

    Editing Still Images I D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and Contrast D-Lighting can be used to create copies with enhanced brightness and contrast, brightening dark portions of an image. Enhanced copies are saved as separate files. Display the desired image in full-frame playback mode (A 30) or thumbnail playback mode (A 31) and press the d button.

  • Page 120: Skin Softening: Softening Skin Tones

    Editing Still Images e Skin Softening: Softening Skin Tones The camera detects faces in images and creates a copy with softer facial skin tones. Copies created using the skin softening function are saved as separate files. Display the desired image in full-frame playback mode (A 30) or thumbnail playback mode (A 31) and press the d button.
  • Page 121 Editing Still Images Notes About Skin Softening Depending upon the direction in which faces are looking, or the brightness of faces, the camera may be unable to accurately recognize faces, or the skin softening function may not perform as expected. More Information See “File and Folder Names”...

  • Page 122: Filter Effects: Applying Digital Filter Effects

    Editing Still Images p Filter Effects: Applying Digital Filter Effects Digital filter effects can be used to apply a variety of effects to images. The following effects are available. Copies created with the filter effects function are saved as separate files. Type Description Soften the image by adding a slight blur around the center of the...
  • Page 123 Editing Still Images Adjust the effect. • Soft: Press H or I to select the range of the effect Soft and press the k button. Normal Ex tent • Selective color: The slider is displayed. Rotate the Selec tive color multi selector, or press H or I to select the color to be retained, and press the k button.

  • Page 124: Small Picture: Reducing The Size Of An Image

    Editing Still Images g Small Picture: Reducing the Size of an Image Create a small copy of the current image. This feature is useful for creating copies for display on Web pages or for e-mail attachments. The 640×480, 320×240, and 160×120 sizes are available.

  • Page 125: 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 (A 31) enabled. Cropped copies are saved as separate files. Rotate the zoom control to g (i) in full-frame playback mode (A 30) to zoom in on the image.
  • Page 126 Editing Still Images Image Size As the area to be saved is reduced, the image size (pixels) of the cropped copy is also reduced. When the image size of the cropped copy is 320 × 240 or 160 × 120, a black frame is displayed around the image, and the small picture icon A is displayed in the left of the monitor in playback mode.

  • Page 127: 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 back 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 128 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 129: Connecting The Camera To A Printer (Direct Print)

    • If the AC Adapter EH-62F (available separately) is used, COOLPIX S6200 can be powered from an electrical outlet. Do not use any other make or model of AC adapter as it may cause the camera to heat up or malfunction.

  • Page 130: 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 connectors are properly oriented. Do not attempt to insert connectors at an angle, and do not use force when connecting or disconnecting the USB cable.
  • Page 131 Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) If the PictBridge Startup Screen Is not Displayed Turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable. Set the Charge by computer option (E69) in the camera’s setup menu to Off and reconnect the cable.

  • Page 132: Printing Individual Images

    Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) Printing Individual Images After properly connecting the camera to the printer (E24), follow the procedures described below to print an image. Use the multi selector to select the desired Print selec tion image and press the k button.

  • Page 133: Printing Multiple Images

    Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) Select Start print and press the k button. PictBridge 0 0 4 prints Star t print Copies Paper size Printing begins. • Monitor display returns to the print selection screen shown in step 1 when printing is complete. Printing •...
  • Page 134 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 selec tion copies (up to nine) of each.

  • Page 135: Menu

    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 (E41). • 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 136: The Shooting Menu (For A (Auto) Mode)

    The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) • See “Changing the Image Size (Image Mode)” (A 63) for information about Image mode. White Balance (Adjusting Hue) Select A (auto) mode M d button M A tab 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 137 The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) Using Preset Manual Preset manual 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 138: Continuous Shooting

    The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) Continuous Shooting Select A (auto) mode M d button M A tab 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 139: Iso Sensitivity

    The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) ISO Sensitivity Select A (auto) mode M d button M A tab 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 140: Color Options

    The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) Color Options Select A (auto) mode M d button M A tab 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 141: Af Area Mode

    The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) AF Area Mode Select A (auto) mode M d button M A tab 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 142 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 7 6 0 7 6 0...

  • Page 143: Autofocus Mode

    The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) Autofocus Mode Select A (auto) mode M d button M A tab M Autofocus mode Select how the camera focuses when using subject tracking mode. Option Description A Single AF The camera focuses when the shutter-release button is pressed (default setting) halfway.

  • Page 144: The Smart Portrait Menu

    The Smart Portrait Menu • See “Changing the Image Size (Image Mode)” (A 63) for information about Image mode. Skin Softening Select smart portrait mode M d button M F tab 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)

  • Page 145: Blink Proof

    The Smart Portrait Menu Blink Proof Select smart portrait mode M d button M F tab 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 146: The Subject Tracking Menu

    The Subject Tracking Menu • See “Changing the Image Size (Image Mode)” (A 63) for information about Image mode. Autofocus Mode Select subject tracking mode M d button M s tab 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 147: The Playback Menu

    The Playback Menu • See “Editing Still Images” (E10) for information about image editing features. a Print Order (Creating a DPOF Print Order) Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M Playback menu 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 148 The Playback Menu Select images (up to 99) and the number of Print selec tion copies (up to nine) of each. • Rotate the multi selector, or press J or K to select images, and press H or I to specify the number of copies to be printed.
  • Page 149 The Playback Menu Notes About Print Order 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 150 The Playback Menu Notes About Printing Shooting Date and Shooting Information When the Date and Info settings are enabled in the print order option, shooting date and shooting information are printed on images when a DPOF-compatible (F18) printer that supports printing of shooting date and shooting information is used.

  • Page 151: Slide Show

    The Playback Menu b Slide Show Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M Playback menu 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 152: Protect

    The Playback Menu d Protect Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M Playback menu 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” (E47) for more information.
  • Page 153 The Playback Menu The Image Selection Screen When using one of the following features, a screen like Protec t that shown on the right is displayed when selecting images. • Print order > Select images (E41) • Protect (E46) ON/OFF Back •...

  • Page 154: Rotate Image

    The Playback Menu f Rotate Image Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M Playback menu 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 155: E Voice Memo

    The Playback Menu E Voice Memo Press the c button (playback mode) M select an image M d button M Playback menu M E Voice memo Use the camera’s microphone to record voice memos for images. When you select an image with a voice memo attached, you can play back the voice memo.

  • Page 156: Deleting Voice Memos

    The Playback Menu Deleting Voice Memos Press the l button while the screen described in “Playing Voice Memos” is displayed. File will be deleted. OK? When the confirmation dialog is displayed, select Yes and press the k button. Only the voice memo will be deleted.

  • Page 157: 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 Playback menu 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 the k button.

  • Page 158: 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. Option Description n HD 720p (1280×720)

  • Page 159: 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 160: The Setup Menu

    The Setup Menu Welcome Screen 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 161: Time Zone And Date

    The Setup Menu Time Zone and Date 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 162: Time Zone

    The Setup Menu Press K. Time zone • The travel destination screen is displayed. L o n d o n , C a s a b l a n c a 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 1 1 5 : 3 0 Home time zone Travel destination Press J or K to select the travel destination...
  • Page 163 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 164: Monitor Settings

    The Setup Menu Monitor Settings 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” (E59) for more information. This setting determines whether or not the captured image is displayed Image review immediately after shooting.
  • Page 165 The Setup Menu Photo Info Select whether or not the photo information is displayed in the monitor. See “The Monitor” (A 6) for information about indicators displayed in the monitor. Shooting mode Playback mode 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 1 1 5 : 3 0 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 1 1 5 : 3 0 0 0 0 4 .

  • Page 166: Print Date (Imprinting Date And Time)

    The Setup Menu Print Date (Imprinting Date and Time) d button M z tab M Print date Allows you to imprint the shooting date and time on images at the time of shooting. Because this feature imprints the shooting date and time permanently in images, this feature also allows you to include the shooting date and time when printing images, even if your printer does not support the printing of dates on...

  • Page 167: Vibration Reduction

    The Setup Menu Vibration Reduction 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 168: Motion Detection

    The Setup Menu Motion Detection 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 169: Af Assist

    The Setup Menu AF Assist 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 170: Sound Settings

    The Setup Menu Sound Settings 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 171: Auto Off

    The Setup Menu Auto Off 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 (A 21). This setting determines the amount of time that passes before the camera enters standby mode.

  • Page 172: Format Memory/Format Card

    The Setup Menu Format Memory/Format Card 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 173: Language

    The Setup Menu Language 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 Simplified Chinese Hungarian...

  • Page 174: Tv Settings

    The Setup Menu TV Settings 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. When Auto is selected, the option best HDMI suited to the TV to which the camera is connected is automatically selected from 480p, 720p, or 1080i.

  • Page 175: Charge By Computer

    • 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 176 The Setup Menu The Charge Lamp The following chart explains charge lamp status when the camera is connected to a computer. Charge lamp Description Blinks slowly (green) Battery charging. Battery not charging. If the charge lamp changes from slow blinking (green) to off while the power-on lamp is lit, charging is complete.

  • Page 177: Blink Warning

    The Setup Menu Blink Warning d button M z tab M Blink warning Select whether or not the camera detects human subjects that have blinked using face detection (A 67) when shooting in the following modes: • A (auto) mode (when Face priority (E35) is selected for AF area mode option) •...
  • Page 178 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 179: Filmstrip

    The Setup Menu Filmstrip 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 playback mode (A 30). Option Description Image thumbnails are displayed in the bottom of the monitor when you rotate the multi selector quickly while viewing an...

  • Page 180: Reset All

    The Setup Menu Reset All 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 (A 56) Auto Self-timer (A 58) Macro mode (A 59) Exposure compensation (A 60) Shooting Menu...
  • Page 181 The Setup Menu Smart Portrait Menu Option Default value Skin softening (E38) Normal Smile timer (E38) Blink proof (E39) Subject Tracking Menu Option Default value Autofocus mode (E40) Full-time AF Face priority tracking (E40) Movie Menu Option Default value Movie options (E52) HD 720p (1280 ×...

  • Page 182: Firmware Version

    The Setup Menu Charge by computer (E69) Auto Blink warning (E71) Filmstrip (E73) Others Option Default value Paper size (E26, E27) Default Frame interval for Slide show (E45) Album icons (E6) Number icons (black) • Selecting Reset all also clears the current file number (E77) from memory. Numbering will continue from the lowest number available.

  • Page 183: File And Folder Names

    • Files are saved in folders named with a folder number followed by an identifier: “P_” plus a three-digit sequential number for images captured in Panorama assist scene mode (e.g. “101P_001”; E2) and “NIKON” for all other images (e.g. “100NIKON”). When the number of files within a folder reaches 9999, a new folder will be created.

  • Page 184: Optional Accessories

    Optional Accessories Rechargeable battery Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 Charging AC adapter Charging AC Adapter EH-69P Battery charger Battery Charger MH-65 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 185: Error Messages

    Card is not formatted. Memory card has not copies of any images which Format card? been formatted for use need to be kept before in COOLPIX S6200. formatting the memory card. Select Yes and press the k button to format the memory card.
  • Page 186 Error Messages Display Problem Solution • Select smaller image size. • Delete images. 32, 86 Memory card is full. • Insert new memory card. Out of memory. • Remove memory card and use internal memory. Error occurred while Format internal memory or saving image.
  • Page 187 Turn camera off and then on Lens error again. If error persists, contact Lens error. retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. Error occurred during Turn camera off and communication with Communications error reconnect USB cable.
  • Page 188 Turn camera off, remove and reinsert battery, and turn Error has occurred in System error camera on. If error persists, camera’s internal 14, 21 contact retailer or Nikon- circuitry. authorized service representative. Check printer. After solving the problem, select Resume Printer error: check Printer error.

  • Page 189: Technical Notes And Index

    Technical Notes and Index Caring for the Product..........F2 The Camera......................F2 The Battery......................F4 Charging AC Adapter..................F5 Memory Cards .......................F5 Cleaning and Storage..........F6 Cleaning........................F6 Storage ........................F6 Troubleshooting............F7 Specifications............F14 Supported Standards..................F18 Index .................F19...

  • Page 190: Caring For The Product

    Technical Notes and Index Caring for the Product The Camera To ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the following precautions when using or storing the device. Do Not Drop The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shock or vibration.
  • Page 191 • 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.

  • Page 192: The Battery

    Caring for the Product 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 193: Charging Ac Adapter

    Caring for the Product 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 194: 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 195: 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. 90, E69 • Off is selected for Charge by computer in the setup menu.
  • Page 196 Troubleshooting Problem Cause/Solution • Camera is off. • Standby mode for saving power: press the 2, 21 power switch, the shutter-release button, A button, c button, or b (e movie-record) button. Monitor is blank. • When flash lamp blinks, wait until flash has charged.
  • Page 197 Turn the camera off, remove and replace 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 198 Troubleshooting Problem Cause/Solution • Use flash. • Increase the ISO sensitivity value. • Enable vibration reduction or motion detection. Images are blurred. • Use D (best shot selector). 37, 44, • Use tripod and self-timer. Smear occurs when extremely bright light strikes Streaks of light or partial the image sensor.
  • Page 199 • File or folder was overwritten or renamed by computer or other make of camera. File cannot be played • The COOLPIX S6200 is not able to play back back. movies recorded with another make or model of digital camera.
  • Page 200 Troubleshooting Problem Cause/Solution • Playback zoom cannot be used with movies, small pictures, or images that have been cropped to a size of 320 × 240 or smaller. Cannot zoom in on image. – • This camera may not be able to zoom in on images captured with another make or model of digital camera.
  • Page 201 – 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 202: Specifications

    Specifications Nikon COOLPIX S6200 Digital Camera Type Compact digital camera Effective pixels 16.0 million Image sensor -in. type CCD; approx. 16.44 million total pixels Lens 10× optical zoom, NIKKOR lens 4.5-45.0mm (angle of view equivalent to that of 25-250 mm...
  • Page 203 Specifications • 16M (High) [4608 × 3456P] • 16M [4608 × 3456] • 12M [4000 × 3000] • 8M [3264 × 2448] Image size • 5M [2592 × 1944] (pixels) • 3M [2048 × 1536] • PC [1024 × 768] •...
  • Page 204 Specifications Approx. 3 hours and 20 minutes (when using Charging AC Charging time Adapter EH-69P and when no charge remains) Still pictures*: Approx. 250 shots Movies: Approx. 1 h 40 min (HD 720p) Battery life The maximum file size for a single movie is 4 GB and the (EN-EL12) maximum movie length for a single movie is 29 minutes, even when there is sufficient free space on the memory card for...
  • Page 205 For Argentina, Brazil, 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 206: 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 207: Index

    Index Auto sort mode 72, E7 Symbols Autofocus 38, 53, 59, 85, E37, E53 R E3 Autofocus mode 38, 53, 85, E37, E40, b (e movie-record) button 4, 5 g (Tele) 27 f (Wide) 27 k Apply selection button 5, 9 Backlighting o 44 A Auto mode 20, 24, 36 Battery 14, 16, 23...
  • Page 208 Index Date and time 22, 88, E55 Format memory cards 18, 89, E66 Date format 22, E55 Formatting 18, 89, E66 Daylight E30 FSCN E77 Daylight saving time 23, 88, E56 Full-frame playback 30 Delete 32, E50 Full-time AF 38, 85, E37, E53 Digital zoom 27, 89, E63 Direct print 74, E23 HDMI E68...
  • Page 209 Remove from favorites E5 Night landscape j 42 Reset all 90, E74 Night portrait e 41 Rotary multi selector 4, 5, 9 Nikon Transfer 2 76, 78 Rotate image 73, E48 Nostalgic sepia E 47 RSCN E77 Number of exposures remaining 20, 64...
  • Page 210 Index Special effects mode 47 Sports d 41 SSCN E77 Standard color 37, E34 Strap 12 Subject tracking menu 53, E40 Subject tracking mode 51 Sunset h 42 Thumbnail display 31 Time difference 88, E57 Time zone 88, E55, E57 Tripod socket 3, F16 TV 74, E21 TV settings 89, E68...
  • Page 212 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. CT1G01(11) 6MM12011-01 2011...

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