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  • Page 1 DIGITAL CAMERA Reference Manual...
  • Page 3 Introduction Table of Contents xvii Parts of the Camera Preparing for Shooting Basic Shooting and Playback Operations Shooting Features Functions That Can Be Set with the d (Menu) Button Using Location Data Functions/Displaying Maps Using the Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) Function Connecting the Camera to a TV, Printer, or Computer Reference Section...

  • Page 4: Read This First

    Introduction Read This First To get the most from this Nikon product, be sure to read “For Your Safety” (Avii-ix), “<Important> Notes About Location Data Functions (GPS/GLONASS, Electronic Compass)” (Axii), and “Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN Network)” (Axiv), and all other instructions thoroughly and keep them where they will be read by all who use the camera.
  • Page 5 How to Attach the Camera Strap The camera strap can be attached to the eyelet on either side (left and right) of the camera body.

  • 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 these manuals 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 Care should be taken to avoid injury or damage to property when physically destroying data storage devices. For the COOLPIX S9900, the log data saved on the memory card is handled in the same way as other data. To erase the log data that is obtained but not stored on the memory card, select Create log ➝...

  • 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 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...
  • Page 13 Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. Nikon Inc., 1300 Walt Whitman Road, Melville, New York 11747-3064, U.S.A. Tel: 631-547-4200...
  • Page 14 The detailed map data and location name information (Points of Interest: POI) of the People’s Republic of China (“China”) and the Republic of Korea are not provided for the COOLPIX S9900. bNotes about record location data functions and log recording...
  • Page 15 The COOLPIX S9900 is a camera. Do not use this camera as a navigation device or measuring instrument. Use information (such as direction) measured by the camera as a guideline only. Do not use this information for navigation of an airplane, car, and person or land survey applications.
  • Page 16 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 17 COOLPIX S9900, which is equipped with a DW092 (FCC ID:EW4DW092 / IC ID:4634A-3149EC) Wireless LAN Module, has been tested and found to comply with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65 and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules.
  • Page 18 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 19: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction ........................ ii Read This First ..........................ii Other Information............................ii How to Attach the Camera Strap...................... iii Information and Precautions ....................... iv For Your Safety ........................vii WARNINGS ..............................vii Notices ............................x <Important> Notes About Location Data Functions (GPS/GLONASS, Electronic Compass)................
  • Page 20 Shooting Features....................22 A (Auto) Mode ........................22 Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)..............23 Smart Portrait Mode (Enhancing Human Faces When Shooting)......25 Using Smile Timer............................. 26 Using Self-Collage............................. 27 Short Movie Show Mode (Combining Movie Clips to Create Short Movies) ..28 A, B, C, D Modes (Setting the Exposure for Shooting)..........
  • Page 21 Reference Section ....................E1 Tips and Notes on the Scene Mode ................E3 Shooting Time-lapse Movies ....................... E9 Shooting with Easy Panorama....................E11 Playback with Easy Panorama....................E13 Default Settings (Flash, Self-timer, Etc.)..............E14 Focusing..........................E16 Using Face Detection ........................E16 Using Skin Softening........................
  • Page 22 Editing Movies ......................... E48 Extracting Only the Desired Portion of a Movie............E48 Saving a Frame from a Movie as a Still Image..............E49 Connecting to a Smart Device (Wi-Fi) ..............E50 Preselecting Images in the Camera That You Want to Transfer to a Smart Device ........................
  • Page 23 Copy (Copy Between the Memory Card and Internal Memory)......E85 Sequence Display Options......................E86 The Location Data Options Menu................E87 Location Data Options ......................... E87 Distance Units ........................... E88 Calculate Distance........................... E89 Points of Interest (POI) (Recording and Displaying Location Name Information)........E90 Set Clock from Satellite.........................
  • Page 24 Technical Notes and Index................F1 Caring for the Product ...................... F2 The Camera............................... F2 The Battery ..............................F3 The Charging AC Adapter........................ F4 Memory Cards............................F5 Cleaning and Storage......................F6 Cleaning..............................F6 Storage ................................ F6 Troubleshooting ......................... F7 Specifications ........................F15 Approved Memory Cards......................

  • Page 25: Parts Of The Camera

    Parts of the Camera The Camera Body Flash raised Lens cover closed Eyelet for camera strap......iii Zoom control........17 f : wide-angle......17 Command dial........31 g : telephoto......17 Power switch/power-on lamp h : thumbnail playback ........18, E22 ................11 i : playback zoom Shutter-release button....14 ........18, E21 j : help .........
  • Page 26 K (flash pop-up) control d (menu) button......47 ..............16, 35 Battery-chamber/ Charge lamp..........8 memory card slot cover ....7 Flash lamp..........16 11 Lock lever ...........7 b (e movie-record) button Power connector cover (for ............20, E43 optional AC adapter) c (playback) button.......18 13 Tripod socket Z (Wi-Fi) button....

  • Page 27: The Monitor

    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 Photo info is set to Auto info in Monitor settings (A54)).
  • Page 28 10 10 60 60 10 10 29m 0s 29m 0s 1/250 1/250 1/250 F3.7 F3.7 F3.7 32 31 29 28 24 ISO sensitivity ........49 40 Continuous shooting mode..49 25 Battery level indicator ......13 41 Time-lapse movie....... 23 Charging AC adapter connection 42 Blink proof icon........

  • Page 29: Playback Mode

    Playback Mode 3 4 5 999 / 999 999 / 999 9999 / 9999 9999 / 9999 999 / 999 999 / 999 29m00s 29m00s 29m00s 29m00s 9999. JPG 9999. JPG 15/11/2015 15:30 15/11/2015 15:30 D-Lighting icon....52, E27 List by date icon ......E23 Quick retouch icon....52, E27 Protect icon......
  • Page 30 999 / 999 999 / 999 12 13 9999. JPG 9999. JPG 15/11/2015 15:30 15/11/2015 15:30 18 17 21 Time of recording 12 Image quality ....... 49, E60 22 Date of recording 13 Image size ......49, E61 Charging AC adapter connection 14 Easy panorama......

  • Page 31: Preparing For Shooting

    Preparing for Shooting Insert the Battery and Memory Card Battery latch Memory card slot With the battery's positive and negative terminals oriented correctly, move the orange battery latch ( ), and fully insert the battery ( Slide the memory card in until it clicks into place ( Be careful not to insert the battery or memory card upside-down or backward, as this could cause a malfunction.

  • Page 32: Charge The Battery

    Charge the Battery With the battery installed, connect the camera to an electrical outlet. Charging AC Adapter Electrical outlet Charge lamp USB cable (included) If a plug adapter* is included with your camera, securely connect it to the Charging AC Adapter. Once the two are connected, attempting to forcibly remove the plug adapter could damage the product.
  • Page 33 Notes About the USB Cable Do not use a USB cable other than the UC-E21. Using a USB cable other than the UC-E21 could result in overheating, fire or electric shock. Make sure that the plugs are properly oriented. Do not insert or remove the plugs at an angle when connecting or disconnecting them.

  • Page 34: Opening And Adjusting The Angle Of The Monitor

    Opening and Adjusting the Angle of the Monitor Changing the orientation of the monitor is useful when shooting with the camera in a high or a low position, or when taking selfies. For normal shooting, fold the monitor against the camera body with the screen facing out (3).

  • Page 35: Turn The Camera On And Set The Display Language, Date, And Time

    Turn the Camera On and Set 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 power switch to turn on the camera.
  • Page 36 Set the date and time, and press Date and time the k button. Use J K to select a field and then use HI to set the date and time. 2015 15 30 Select the minute field and press the k button to confirm the setting.

  • Page 37: Basic Shooting And Playback Operations

    Basic Shooting and Playback Operations Shooting with A (Auto) Mode Rotate the mode dial to A. The camera enters A (auto) mode and can be used for general shooting. Battery level indicator b: The battery level is high. B: The battery level is low. Number of exposures remaining C is displayed when no memory card is inserted in the camera, and...
  • Page 38 Frame the picture. Zoom out Zoom in Move the zoom control to change the zoom lens position (A17). Press the shutter-release button halfway. When the subject is in focus, the focus area or focus indicator is displayed in green. When you are using digital zoom, the camera focuses in the center of the frame and the focus area is not displayed.
  • Page 39 Notes About Saving Images or Movies The indicator showing the number of exposures remaining or the indicator showing remaining recording time flashes while images or movies are being saved. Do not open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover or remove the battery or memory card while an indicator is flashing.

  • Page 40: Using The Flash

    Using the Flash In situations where a flash is needed, such as in dark locations or when the subject is backlit, move the K (flash pop-up) control to raise the flash. When not using the flash, gently push to lower the flash until it clicks shut.

  • Page 41: Using The Zoom

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

  • Page 42: Play Back Images

    Play Back Images Press the c (playback) button to enter playback mode. If you press and hold down the c (playback) button while the camera is turned off, the camera turns on in playback mode. Use the multi selector to select an Display the previous image image to display.

  • Page 43: Delete Images

    Delete Images Press the l (delete) button to delete the image currently displayed in the monitor. Use the multi selector HI to select the desired deletion Delete method and press the k button. Current image To exit without deleting, press the d Erase selected images All images button.

  • Page 44: Changing The Shooting Mode

    Changing the Shooting Mode Rotate the mode dial to select one of the following shooting modes. A (Auto) mode Used for general shooting. y (Scene) mode Camera settings are optimized according to the scene that you select. When using scene auto selector, the camera automatically recognizes the shooting scene when you frame a picture, making it easier to take pictures using settings that suit the scene.

  • Page 45: Functions That Can Be Set With The Multi Selector (When Shooting)

    Functions That Can Be Set with the Multi Selector (When Shooting) When the shooting screen is displayed, you can press the multi selector H(m) J (n) I(p) K (o) to set the functions described below. m Flash mode When the flash is raised, you can select a flash mode to match the shooting conditions.

  • Page 46: Shooting Features

    Shooting Features A (Auto) Mode Used for general shooting. When the camera detects a human face, it focuses on that face (face detection). Functions Available in A (Auto) Mode Flash mode (A35) Self-timer (A37) Macro mode (A39) Exposure compensation (A43) Shooting menu (A49)

  • Page 47: Scene Mode (Shooting Suited To Scenes)

    Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) When a scene is selected, camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected scene. Scene auto selector Portrait Landscape Time-lapse movie Sports Night portrait Press the d (menu) button to display the scene menu and select a scene using the multi selector.
  • Page 48 To View a Description (Help Display) of Each Scene Select a scene and move the zoom control (A1) toward g (j) to view a description of Scene auto selector that scene. To return to the previous screen, Portrait move the zoom control toward g (j) again. Landscape Time-lapse movie Sports...

  • Page 49: Smart Portrait Mode (Enhancing Human Faces When Shooting)

    Smart Portrait Mode (Enhancing Human Faces When Shooting) You can take a picture with the glamour retouch function to enhance human faces. Press the multi selector K. Apply an effect. Slider Use JK to select the desired effect. Skin softening Use HI to select the amount of effect.

  • Page 50: Using Smile Timer

    Functions Available in Smart Portrait Mode Glamour retouch (A25) Smile timer (A26) Self-Collage (A27) Flash mode (A35) Self-timer (A37) Smart portrait menu (A50) Using Smile Timer When you press the multi selector J to select a Smile timer and press the k button, the camera automatically releases the shutter whenever a smiling face is detected.

  • Page 51: Take A Picture

    Using Self-Collage The camera can capture a series of 4 or 9 images 1 / 5 1 / 5 at intervals and save them as a one-frame image (a collage image). 0004. JPG 0004. JPG 15/11/2015 15:30 15/11/2015 15:30 Press the multi selector J to select n Self-Collage, and press the k button.

  • Page 52: Short Movie Show Mode (Combining Movie Clips To Create Short Movies)

    Short Movie Show Mode (Combining Movie Clips to Create Short Movies) You can create a short movie (e1080/30p or S1080/25p) that is up to 30 seconds long by recording and automatically combining multiple movie clips that are several seconds long. Press the d (menu) button and Number of shots configure the settings for...
  • Page 53 Save the short movie show. The short movie show is saved when the camera finishes recording the specified number of movie clips. To save a short movie show before the camera finishes recording the specified number of movie clips, press the d button on the shooting screen while a movie clip is not being recorded, and then select End recording.
  • Page 54 Pausing Movie Recording A still image with Normal in image quality and j 4608×2592 in image size can be captured if you press the shutter-release button on the shooting screen while a movie is not being recorded. You can pause movie recording and play back images or enter other shooting modes to take pictures.

  • Page 55: A, B, C, D Modes (Setting The Exposure For Shooting)

    A, B, C, D Modes (Setting the Exposure for Shooting) Images can be shot with greater control by setting the shutter speed or aperture value manually. Settings can also be adjusted to suit the shooting conditions and the type of shot you want to capture.
  • Page 56 Exposure The procedure for shooting images at the desired brightness (exposure) by adjusting the shutter speed or aperture value is called “determine exposure”. The sense of dynamism and amount of background defocus in images to be shot vary depending on the combinations of shutter speed and aperture value even if the exposure is the same.
  • Page 57 A (Programmed auto) Use for automatic control of the exposure by the camera. Different combinations of shutter speed and aperture value can be selected without changing the exposure by rotating the 25m 0s 25m 0s command dial or multi selector (“flexible 1/250 1/250 1/250...
  • Page 58 Notes About Shooting When zooming is performed after the exposure is set, exposure combinations or aperture value may be changed. When the subject is too dark or too bright, it may not be possible to obtain the appropriate exposure. In such cases, the shutter speed indicator or aperture value indicator flashes (in A, B, and C modes), or the exposure indicator is displayed in red (in D mode) when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.

  • Page 59: Flash Mode

    Flash Mode When the flash is raised, you can set the flash mode to match the shooting conditions. Move the K (flash pop-up) control to raise the flash. When the flash is lowered, flash operation is disabled and S is displayed. Press the multi selector H (m).

  • Page 60: Available Flash Modes

    Available Flash Modes U Auto The flash fires when necessary, such as in dim lighting. The flash mode icon on the shooting screen is displayed only immediately after the setting is made. Not available in shooting modes A, B, C, and D, and in some scene modes. Auto with red-eye reduction/Red-eye reduction Reduce “red-eye”...

  • Page 61: Self-Timer

    Self-timer The camera is equipped with a self-timer that releases the shutter about 10 seconds or 2 seconds after you press the shutter-release button. Set Photo VR to Off in the setup menu (A54) when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting.
  • Page 62 Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down. Countdown starts. The self-timer lamp flashes and then glows steadily about one second before the shutter is released. When the shutter is released, the self-timer is set to k. To stop the countdown, press the shutter-release button again.

  • Page 63: Macro Mode (Taking Close-Up Pictures)

    Macro Mode (Taking Close-up Pictures) Use macro mode when taking close-up pictures. Press the multi selector I (p). Select o and press the k Macro mode button. If the setting is not applied by pressing the k button within a few seconds, the selection will be canceled.

  • Page 64: Creative Slider (Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation), Vividness, And Hue)

    Creative Slider (Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation), Vividness, and Hue) When the shooting mode is set to A, B, C, or D mode, use the creative slider to adjust brightness (exposure compensation), vividness, and hue for capturing images. Press the multi selector K (o). Select the item and make an Slider adjustment.
  • Page 65 Brightness (Exposure Compensation) Adjust the overall brightness of the image. Slider To brighten the image, set a positive (+) Brightness (Exp. +/-) value. To darken the image, set a negative (–) value. + 2.0 + 0.3 - 2.0 Exposure compensation Histogram value Notes About Exposure Compensation...
  • Page 66 Vividness (Saturation Adjustment) Adjust the overall vividness of the image. Slider The overall image vividness increases as the Vividness slider is moved up. The overall image vividness decreases as the slider is moved down. Hue (White Balance Adjustment) Adjust the overall hue of the image. Slider The overall image becomes more reddish as the slider is moved up.

  • Page 67: Exposure Compensation (Adjusting Brightness)

    Exposure Compensation (Adjusting Brightness) When the shooting mode is set to A (auto) mode, scene mode, or short movie show mode, you can adjust the brightness (exposure compensation). Press the multi selector K (o). Select a compensation value and Exposure compensation press the k button.

  • Page 68: Functions That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously When Shooting

    Functions That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously When Shooting Some functions cannot be used with other menu options. Restricted Option Description function When a setting other than Single is Continuous (A49) selected, the flash cannot be used. Flash mode When Blink proof is set to On, the Blink proof (A50) flash cannot be used.
  • Page 69 Restricted Option Description function If the self-timer is used when Pre- Continuous Self-timer (A37) shooting cache is selected, the setting is fixed at Single. When Pre-shooting cache, Continuous H: 120 fps, or ISO sensitivity Continuous (A49) Continuous H: 60 fps is selected, the ISO sensitivity setting is automatically specified according to the brightness.
  • Page 70 Restricted Option Description function If the flash fires when On (hybrid) is Flash mode (A35) selected, the setting is fixed at On. If the self-timer is used when On Self-timer (A37) (hybrid) is selected, the setting is fixed at On. If Continuous is set to any setting Photo VR Continuous (A49)

  • Page 71: Functions That Can Be Set With The D (Menu) Button

    Functions That Can Be Set with the d (Menu) Button You can set the menus listed below by pressing the d (menu) button. A, y, F, n, A, B, C, D Shooting menu Available by pressing the d button when the shooting screen is displayed.
  • Page 72 Press the multi Shooting menu selector J. Image quality Image size The current menu icon is displayed in yellow. Menu icons Select a menu icon Set up and press the k Time zone and date Monitor settings button. Date stamp The menu options Photo VR become selectable.

  • Page 73: The Shooting Menu

    The Shooting Menu Enter shooting mode M d button Image quality Image size White balance Metering Continuous ISO sensitivity Common Options Option Description Allows you to set the image quality (compression ratio) Image quality used when saving images. Default setting: Normal Allows you to set the image size used when saving Image size images.

  • Page 74: For Smart Portrait Mode

    Option Description Allows you to determine how the camera selects the AF area mode focus area that is used for autofocus. Default setting: Target finding AF (E18) Autofocus Allows you to set the method how the camera focuses. mode Default setting: Pre-focus Allows you to select whether or not changes in the M exposure brightness are also reflected on the shooting screen...

  • Page 75: The Movie Menu

    The Movie Menu Enter shooting mode M d button M D menu icon M k button Movie options AF area mode Autofocus mode Movie VR Wind noise reduction Frame rate Option Description Select the movie type. Select normal speed to record movies at normal speed, or HS (high speed) to record movies that Movie options play in slow or fast motion.

  • Page 76: The Playback Menu

    The Playback Menu Press the c button (playback mode) M d button Mark for Wi-Fi upload Quick retouch D-Lighting Red-eye correction Glamour retouch Slide show Option Description Allows you to select images in the camera that you Mark for Wi-Fi want to transfer to a smart device in advance before upload transferring them.

  • Page 77: The Image Selection Screen

    Option Description Allows you to select whether to display only the key picture for a sequence of images captured continuously or to display the sequence as individual Sequence images. display options When only the key picture is displayed for a sequence, press the k button to display each image in the sequence.

  • Page 78: The Setup Menu

    The Setup Menu Press the d button M z menu icon M k button Time zone and date Monitor settings Date stamp Photo VR AF assist Digital zoom Option Description Time zone and Allows you to set the camera clock. date Allows you to adjust photo information display, Monitor settings...

  • Page 79: Using Location Data Functions/Displaying Maps

    Using Location Data Functions/ Displaying Maps Select the z (location data options) menu (A47), and set Record location data in Location data options to On, the camera starts receiving signals from positioning satellites. Location data reception can be checked on the shooting screen.

  • Page 80: Using The Wi-Fi (Wireless Lan) Function

    Using the Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) Function You can perform the following functions if you install the dedicated software “Wireless Mobile Utility” on your smart device that runs on Android OS or iOS, and connect it to the camera. Take Photos You can capture still images using the two methods described below.

  • Page 81: Connecting The Camera To A Tv, Printer, Or Computer

    Connecting the Camera to a TV, Printer, or Computer You can enhance your enjoyment of images and movies by connecting the camera to a TV, printer, or computer. Micro-USB connector HDMI micro connector (Type D) Open the connector Insert the plug straight. cover.
  • Page 82 Viewing images on a TV Images and movies captured with the camera can be viewed on a TV. Connection method: Connect a commercially available HDMI cable to the TV’s HDMI input jack. Printing images without using a computer If you connect the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer, you can print images without using a computer.

  • Page 83: Reference Section

    Reference Section The Reference Section provides detailed information and hints about using the camera. Shooting Tips and Notes on the Scene Mode.................E3 Default Settings (Flash, Self-timer, Etc.).............. E14 Focusing......................... E16 The Control Range of the Shutter Speed (A, B, C, or D Modes)..... E20 Playback Playback Zoom ......................

  • Page 84: Additional Information

    Connection Connecting to a Smart Device (Wi-Fi) ..............E50 Preselecting Images in the Camera That You Want to Transfer to a Smart Device ..........................E52 Connecting the Camera to a TV (Playback on a TV) ........E53 Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print).......... E54 Using ViewNX 2 (Transferring Images to a Computer) .........

  • Page 85: Tips And Notes On The Scene Mode

    Tips and Notes on the Scene Mode y M x Scene auto selector When you point the camera at the subject, the camera automatically recognizes the optimum scene mode from the list below and adjusts the shooting settings accordingly. Portrait (for taking close-up portraits of one or two people) Portrait (for taking portraits of large numbers of people, or images in which the background takes up a large portion of the frame) Landscape...

  • Page 86: The Monitor

    y M d Sports While the shutter-release button is held all the way down, the camera shoots up to about 5 images continuously at a rate of about 7 fps (when image quality is set to Normal and when image size is set to i 4608×3456). The frame rate for continuous shooting may become slow depending on the current image quality setting, image size setting, the memory card used, or shooting condition.
  • Page 87 y M j Night landscape On the screen displayed when j Night landscape is selected, select u Hand- held or w Tripod. u Hand-held (default setting): - While the j icon on the shooting screen is displayed in green, press the shutter-release button all the way to capture a series of images which are combined into a single image and saved.
  • Page 88 y M m Fireworks show The shutter speed is fixed at about four seconds. The zoom is restricted to 10 fixed positions. y M o Backlighting On the screen displayed when o Backlighting is selected, select On or Off of HDR (high dynamic range) composition based on the type of image you want to capture.
  • Page 89 y M 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 the camera detects a dog or cat face (pet portrait auto release). On the screen displayed when O Pet portrait is selected, select U Single or V Continuous.
  • Page 90 y M R Special effects On the screen displayed when R Special effects is selected, select the shooting effect. Type Description O Soft Softens the image by adding a slight blur to the entire (default setting) image. P Nostalgic Adds a sepia tone and reduces the contrast to simulate the sepia qualities of an old photograph.

  • Page 91: Shooting Time-Lapse Movies

    Shooting Time-lapse Movies The camera can automatically capture 300 still images at a specified interval to create time-lapse movies (e1080/30p) that are approximately 10 seconds long. Rotate the mode dial to y M d button M N Time-lapse movie M k button Type Interval time...
  • Page 92 Stabilize the camera by using a tool such as a tripod. Press the shutter-release button to AE-L AE-L capture the first image. 22m 5s 22m 5s Set exposure compensation (A43) before releasing the shutter for the first image. Exposure compensation cannot be changed after the first image is captured.

  • Page 93: Shooting With Easy Panorama

    Shooting with Easy Panorama Rotate the mode dial to y M d button M p Easy panorama M k button Select Normal or Wide as the Easy panorama shooting range and press the k button. Normal When the camera is readied in the Wide horizontal position, the image size (width ×...
  • Page 94 Move the camera in one of the Guide four directions until the guide indicator reaches the end. When the camera detects which direction it is moving in, shooting begins. Shooting ends when the camera captures the specified shooting range. Focus and exposure are locked until shooting ends.

  • Page 95: Playback With Easy Panorama

    Playback with Easy Panorama Switch to playback mode (A18), display an 4 / 4 4 / 4 image captured using easy panorama in full- frame playback mode, and then press the k button to scroll the image in the direction that was used when shooting.

  • Page 96: Default Settings (Flash, Self-Timer, Etc.)

    Default Settings (Flash, Self-timer, Etc.) Default settings for each shooting mode are listed below. Exposure Flash Self-timer Macro compensation (A35) (A37) (A39) (A43) A (auto) x (scene auto selector) b (portrait) c (landscape) N (time-lapse movie) d (sports) e (night portrait) f (party/indoor) Z (beach) z (snow)
  • Page 97 Cannot be changed. The camera automatically selects the flash mode appropriate for the scene it has selected. Cannot be changed. The camera enters macro mode when i is selected. Cannot be changed. Cannot be changed when Night sky or Star trails is used. May switch to slow sync with red-eye reduction flash mode.

  • Page 98: Focusing

    Focusing The focus area varies depending on the shooting mode. Using Face Detection In the following shooting modes, the camera uses face detection to automatically focus on human faces. A (Auto) mode (A22) Scene auto selector, Portrait, or Night portrait scene mode (A23) Smart portrait mode (A25) 25m 0s 25m 0s...

  • Page 99: Using Skin Softening

    Using 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 3 faces). Smart portrait mode (A25) - The skin softening level can be adjusted by the glamour retouch function. Scene auto selector, Portrait, or Night portrait scene mode (A23) Editing functions such as Skin softening can be applied to saved images by using Glamour retouch (A52) even after shooting.

  • Page 100: Using Target Finding Af

    Using Target Finding AF When AF area mode (E69) in A, B, C, or D mode is set to Target finding AF, the camera focuses in the manner described below when you press the shutter-release button halfway. The camera detects the main subject and focuses on it.

  • Page 101: Focus Lock

    Focus Lock Focus lock shooting is recommended when the camera does not activate the focus area that contains the desired subject. In A, B, C, or D mode, set AF area mode to Center 69). Position the subject in the center of the frame and press the shutter-release button halfway.

  • Page 102: The Control Range Of The Shutter Speed (A, B, C, Or D Modes)

    The Control Range of the Shutter Speed (A, B, C, or D Modes) The control range of the shutter speed differs depending on the zoom position, aperture, or the ISO sensitivity setting. Additionally, the control range changes in the following continuous shooting settings. Control range (second) Setting A mode...

  • Page 103: Playback Zoom

    Playback Zoom Moving the zoom control toward g (i playback zoom) in full-frame playback mode (A18) zooms in on the image. Displayed area guide 4 / 4 4 / 4 0004. JPG 0004. JPG 15/11/2015 15:30 15/11/2015 15:30 Full-frame Playback Image is zoomed in.

  • Page 104: Thumbnail Playback/Calendar Display

    Thumbnail Playback/Calendar Display Moving the zoom control toward f (h thumbnail playback) in full-frame playback mode (A18) displays images as thumbnails. 1 / 20 1 / 20 1 / 20 1 / 20 2015 10 10 10 11 11 11 12 12 12 13 13 13 14 14 14...

  • Page 105: List By Date Mode

    List by Date Mode Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M N menu icon M C List by date M k button Use the multi selector HI to select a date and List by date then press the k button to play back the 30/11/2015 images captured on the selected date.

  • Page 106: Viewing And Deleting Images Captured Continuously (Sequence)

    Viewing and Deleting Images Captured Continuously (Sequence) Viewing Images in a Sequence Images captured continuously or with the self-collage function are saved as a sequence. The first image of a sequence is used as the key 1 / 5 1 / 5 picture to represent the sequence when displayed in full-frame playback mode or thumbnail playback mode.

  • Page 107: Deleting Images In A Sequence

    Deleting Images in a Sequence When the l (delete) button is pressed for images in a sequence, the images that are deleted vary depending on how the sequences are displayed. When the key picture is displayed: - Current image: All images in the displayed sequence are deleted.

  • Page 108: Editing Images (Still Images)

    Editing Images (Still Images) Before Editing Images You can easily edit images on this camera. Edited copies are saved as separate files. Edited copies are saved with the same shooting date and time as the original. Restrictions on Image Editing An image can be edited up to 10 times.

  • Page 109: Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast And Saturation

    Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and Saturation Press the c button (playback mode) M select an image M d button M Quick retouch M k button Use the multi selector HI to select Quick retouch the amount of effect applied and press the k button.

  • Page 110: Red-Eye Correction: Correcting Red-Eye When Shooting With The Flash

    Red-eye Correction: Correcting Red-eye When Shooting with the Flash Press the c button (playback mode) M select an image M d button M Red-eye correction M k button Preview the result and press the k Red-eye correction button. To exit without saving the copy, press the multi selector J.
  • Page 111 Use JK to select the effect, use Small face HI to select the effect level, and press the k button. You can simultaneously apply multiple effects. Adjust or check the settings for all effects before pressing the k button. Back F (small face), B (skin softening), C (foundation makeup), m (glare reduction), E (hide eye bags), A (big eyes), G (whiten eyes), n (eye shadow), o (mascara), H (whiten teeth),...

  • Page 112: Small Picture: Reducing The Size Of An Image

    Small Picture: Reducing the Size of an Image Press the c button (playback mode) M select an image M d button M Small picture M k button Use the multi selector HI to Small picture select the desired copy size and press the k button.

  • Page 113: Crop: Creating A Cropped Copy

    Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy Move the zoom control to enlarge the image (E21). Adjust the image so that only the portion that you want to keep is displayed, and then press the d (menu) button. Move the zoom control toward g (i) or f (h) to adjust the magnification rate.

  • Page 114: Recording The Location Data On The Image

    Recording the Location Data on the Image Press the d button M z menu icon M Location data options M k button Set Time zone and date (E95) correctly before using the location data functions. Set Record location data to On. Record location data After the settings are complete, press the d button or shutter-release button to...

  • Page 115: The Battery

    Notes About Location Data Functions Before using the location data functions, read “<Important> Notes About Location Data Functions (GPS/GLONASS, Electronic Compass)” (Axii). It takes a few minutes to perform positioning for the location data when positioning is performed for the first time or in a situation where positioning cannot be performed for a long period of time, or just after the battery is replaced.
  • Page 116 Points of Interest (POI) Information POI information is location name information for landmarks (facilities) and other details. When Display POI in Points of interest Location name information (POI) (E90) of the Location data options (POI information) menu is set to On, the nearest location name information for the current position is displayed during shooting (only when positioning is performed).

  • Page 117: Displaying The Shooting Location On The Map (While In Playback Mode)

    Displaying the Shooting Location on the Map (While in Playback Mode) Press the c button (playback mode) M Select images with the recorded location data* M U button * The z icon is displayed during playback for images which have the location data recorded (A5).
  • Page 118 Operations When Selecting a Thumbnail Image Operation Description Use J K to move the thumbnail image selection. Multi selector The shooting location of the selected image is displayed in yellow on the map. g (i): Display the selected image in full-frame playback mode.
  • Page 119 Operations of the Map with Saved Locations When you press the k button and select Center on saved location while the map is displayed (E35, E38) or thumbnails are selected (E36), the map scrolls to the closest saved location from the center of the screen.

  • Page 120: Displaying The Current Position On The Map (While In Shooting Mode)

    Displaying the Current Position on the Map (While in Shooting Mode) Display the shooting screen while positioning is being performed U button See “Recording the Location Data on the Image” (E32). If you press the U button when positioning is not being performed, a world map is displayed.

  • Page 121: Recording The Log Of Movement Information

    Recording the Log of Movement Information Press the d button M z menu icon M Create log M k button Use the multi selector HI to Create log select Log interval, and press the k button. Start log Log interval End log Select the intervals of log Log interval...
  • Page 122 Notes About Log Recording If the date and time are not set, the log cannot be recorded. Use a fully charged battery to prevent the camera from turning off during log recording. When the battery power becomes exhausted, log recording ends. Even when the camera is turned off, log recording is continuously performed until the preset time has elapsed if there is still time remaining for log recording.

  • Page 123: Ending Log Recording To Save It On Memory Cards

    Ending Log Recording to Save it on Memory Cards To display the obtained log data on the map, you need to save it to a memory card. Press the d button M z menu icon M Create log M k button When log recording is completed, Create log select End log on the screen, and...

  • Page 124: Viewing The Log Of Location Data On The Map

    Viewing the Log of Location Data on the Press the d button M z menu icon M View log M k button Select the log data (date) to be displayed, and 500m press the k button. Your movement route based on the recorded log is displayed on the map.

  • Page 125: Recording And Playing Back Movies

    Recording and Playing Back Movies Display the shooting screen. Check the remaining amount of movie recording time. 25m 0s 25m 0s 1/250 1/250 F3.7 F3.7 Remaining movie recording time Press the b (e movie-record) button to start movie recording. The focus area for autofocus differs depending on the setting of AF area mode (E79).
  • Page 126 Area Captured in Movies The area that is captured in a movie varies depending on the Movie options or Movie VR settings in the movie menu. If Photo info in Monitor settings (E97) in the setup menu is set to Movie frame+auto info, you can confirm the area that will be captured in a movie before you start recording.
  • Page 127 Notes About Movie Recording Notes About Saving Images or Movies The indicator showing the number of exposures remaining or the indicator showing the remaining recording time flashes while images or movies are being saved. Do not open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover or remove the battery or memory card while an indicator is flashing.

  • Page 128: Capturing Still Images While Recording Movies

    Capturing Still Images While Recording Movies If the shutter-release button is pressed all the way while recording a movie, one frame is saved as a still image. Movie recording continues while the still image is being saved. While Q is displayed in the monitor, still images can be captured.

  • Page 129: Operations During Movie Playback

    Operations During Movie Playback To adjust the volume, move the zoom control while a movie is playing (A1). Rotate the multi selector or the command dial to fast forward or rewind. Volume indicator Playback controls are displayed in the monitor. The operations described below can be performed by using the multi selector JK to select a control and then pressing the k...

  • Page 130: Editing Movies

    Editing Movies When editing movies, use a sufficiently charged battery to prevent the camera from turning off during editing. When the battery level indicator is B, movie editing is not possible. Extracting Only the Desired Portion of a Movie The desired portion of a recorded movie can be saved as a separate file. Play back a desired movie and pause at the start point of the portion that you want to extract (E47).

  • Page 131: Saving A Frame From A Movie As A Still Image

    Use HI to select m (save) and Save press the k button. Follow the instructions on the screen to save the movie. Notes About Movie Editing A movie that was created by editing cannot be trimmed again. The actual trimmed portion of a movie may differ slightly from the portion selected using the start and end points.

  • Page 132: Connecting To A Smart Device (Wi-Fi)

    Connecting to a Smart Device (Wi-Fi) Press the Z (Wi-Fi) button on the camera. The screen shown on the right is displayed. Connect to smart device If no connection confirmation is received SSID: from the smart device within 3 minutes, the XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX message No access.
  • Page 133 Touching an NFC-compatible Smart Device to the Camera for a Wi-Fi Connection When you use a smart device that is compatible with near field communication (NFC) functions and runs on Android OS, you can establish a Wi-Fi connection and start the “Wireless Mobile Utility” by touching the NFC antenna on the smart device to the Y (N- Mark) on the camera.

  • Page 134: Preselecting Images In The Camera That You Want To Transfer To A Smart Device

    Preselecting Images in the Camera That You Want to Transfer to a Smart Device You can preselect images in the camera that you want to transfer to a smart device. Movies cannot be preselected for transfer. Select images to transfer. You can preselect the images to transfer to a smart device in the following menus: Mark for Wi-Fi upload in the playback menu (E82)

  • Page 135: Connecting The Camera To A Tv (Playback On A Tv)

    Connecting the Camera to a TV (Playback on a TV) Turn off the camera and connect it to the TV. Make sure that the plugs are properly oriented. Do not insert or remove the plugs at an angle when connecting or disconnecting them. to HDMI jack HDMI micro connector (Type D)

  • Page 136: Connecting The Camera To A Printer (Direct Print)

    Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) Users of PictBridge-compatible printers can connect the camera directly to the printer and print images without using a computer. Connecting the Camera to a Printer Turn on the printer. Turn off the camera and connect it to the printer using the USB cable.

  • Page 137: Printing Images One At A Time

    Printing Images One at a Time Use the multi selector JK to Print selection 15/11/2015 select the desired image and press the k button. Move the zoom control toward f (h) to switch to thumbnail playback or g (i) to switch to full-frame playback.

  • Page 138: Printing Multiple Images

    Printing Multiple Images When the Print selection screen Print selection is displayed, press the d (menu) 15/11/2015 button. Use the multi selector HI to Print menu select Paper size and press the k button. Print selection Select the desired paper size and press the Print all images k button.
  • Page 139 Print selection Select images (up to 99) and the number of Print selection copies (up to 9) of each. Use the multi selector JK to select images, and use HI to specify the number of copies to be printed. Images selected for printing are indicated by M and the number of copies to be printed.

  • Page 140: Using Viewnx 2 (Transferring Images To A Computer)

    ViewNX 2 installer from the website below and follow the onscreen installation instructions. http://nikonimglib.com/nvnx/ For system requirements and other information, see the Nikon website for your region. Transferring Images to a Computer Prepare a memory card that contains images.
  • Page 141 If a message is displayed prompting you to choose a program, select Nikon Transfer 2. When using Windows 7 If the dialog shown at right is displayed, follow the steps below to select Nikon Transfer 1 Under Import pictures and videos, click Change program.

  • Page 142: The Shooting Menu (The Common Shooting Options)

    The Shooting Menu (The Common Shooting Options) Image Quality Enter shooting mode* M d button M Image quality M k button * The image quality can be set in shooting modes other than the short movie show mode. The setting is also applied to other shooting modes (except Time-lapse movie and Easy panorama scene modes).

  • Page 143: Image Size

    Image Size Enter shooting mode* M d button M Image size M k button * The image size can be set in shooting modes other than the short movie show mode. The setting is also applied to other shooting modes (except Time-lapse movie and Easy panorama scene modes).

  • Page 144: The Shooting Menu (A, B, C, Or D Mode)

    The Shooting Menu (A, B, C, or D Mode) See “Image Quality” (E60) and “Image Size” (E61) for information about Image quality and Image size. White Balance (Adjusting Hue) Rotate the mode dial to A, B, C or D M d button M A, B, C, or D menu icon M White balance M k button Adjust white balance to suit the light source or weather conditions in order to make the colors in images match what you see with your eyes.
  • Page 145 Using Preset Manual Use the procedure below to measure the white balance value under the lighting used during shooting. Place a white or gray reference object under the lighting that will be used during shooting. Use the multi selector HI to White balance Auto Auto...

  • Page 146: Metering

    Metering Rotate the mode dial to A, B, C or D M d button M A, B, C, or D menu icon M Metering M k button The process of measuring the brightness of the subject to determine the exposure is known as “metering.” Use this option to set the method of how the camera meters exposure.

  • Page 147: Continuous Shooting

    Continuous Shooting Rotate the mode dial to A, B, C or D M d button M A, B, C, or D menu icon M Continuous M k button Option Description U Single One image is captured each time the shutter-release (default setting) button is pressed.
  • Page 148 Option Description Each time the shutter-release button is pressed all the way, images are captured at a high speed rate. j Continuous H: The frame rate for continuous shooting is about 60 fps 60 fps and the maximum number of continuous shots is 25. The image quality is fixed at Normal and the image size is fixed at A (1280 ×...
  • Page 149 Pre-shooting Cache When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway or all the way down, images are saved as described below. Press down halfway Press down all the way Images saved by Images saved by pressing halfway pressing all the way The pre-shooting cache icon (Q) on the shooting screen changes to green while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.

  • Page 150: Iso Sensitivity

    ISO Sensitivity Rotate the mode dial to A, B, C or D M d button M A, B, C, or D menu icon M ISO sensitivity M k button A 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 151: Af Area Mode

    AF Area Mode Rotate the mode dial to A, B, C or D M d button M A, B, C, or D menu icon M AF area mode M k button Set how the camera selects the focus area for autofocus when shooting still images.
  • Page 152 Option Description The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame. y Center 25m 0s 25m 0s 1/250 1/250 1/250 F3.7 F3.7 F3.7 Focus area Use this function to take pictures of moving subjects. Register the subject on which s Subject the camera focuses.

  • Page 153: Using Subject Tracking

    Using Subject Tracking Rotate the mode dial to A, B, C or D M d button M A, B, C, or D menu icon M AF area mode M k button M s Subject tracking M k button M d button Register a subject.

  • Page 154: Autofocus Mode

    Autofocus Mode Rotate the mode dial to A, B, C or D M d button M A, B, C, or D menu icon M Autofocus mode M k button Set how the camera focuses when shooting still images. Option Description The camera focuses only when the shutter-release button A Single AF is pressed halfway.

  • Page 155: The Smart Portrait Menu

    The Smart Portrait Menu See “Image Quality” (E60) and “Image Size” (E61) for information about Image quality and Image size. Self-Collage Rotate the mode dial to F M d button M F menu icon M Self- Collage M k button Option Description Set the number of shots that the camera automatically...

  • Page 156: Blink Proof

    Blink Proof Rotate the mode dial to F M d button M F menu icon M Blink proof M k button Option Description The camera automatically releases the shutter twice with every shot and saves A blink was detected in the one image in which picture just taken.

  • Page 157: The Movie Menu

    The Movie Menu Movie Options Enter shooting mode M d button M D menu icon M Movie options M k button Select the desired movie option to record. Select normal speed movie options to record at normal speed, or HS movie options (E76) to record in slow or fast motion.

  • Page 158: Hs Movie Options

    HS Movie Options Recorded movies are played back in fast or slow motion. See “Recording Movies in Slow Motion and Fast Motion (HS Movie)” (E78). Image size Aspect ratio Option Description (horizontal to vertical) 1/4-speed slow motion movies 640 × 480 HS 480/4×...
  • Page 159 Playing Back in Slow Motion and Fast Motion When recording at normal speed: Recording time 10 s Playback time 10 s When recording at h HS 480/4×, or a HS 480/4×: Movies are recorded at 4× normal speed. They are played back in slow motion at 4× slower speed. Recording time 10 s Playback time...
  • Page 160 Recording Movies in Slow Motion and Fast Motion (HS Movie) Enter shooting mode M d button M D menu icon M Movie options M k button Movies recorded using HS movie can be played back in slow motion at 1/4 of the normal playback speed, or in fast motion at twice the normal playback speed.

  • Page 161: Af Area Mode

    AF Area Mode Enter shooting mode M d button M D menu icon M AF area mode M k button Set how the camera selects the focus area for autofocus in short movie show mode or when recording movies. Option Description When the camera detects a human face, it focuses on a Face priority...

  • Page 162: Autofocus Mode

    Autofocus Mode Enter shooting mode M d button M D menu icon M Autofocus mode M k button Set how the camera focuses in short movie show mode or when recording movies. Option Description Focus is locked when movie recording starts. A Single AF Select this option when the distance between the camera (default setting)

  • Page 163: Movie Vr

    Movie VR Enter shooting mode M d button M D menu icon M Movie VR M k button Set to reduce the effects of camera shake in short movie show mode or when recording movies. Set this option to Off when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during recording.

  • Page 164: Frame Rate

    Frame Rate Enter shooting mode M d button M D menu icon M Frame rate M k button Select the frame rate (fields per second for the interlaced format) used in short movie show mode or when recording movies. When the frame rate setting is switched, options that can be set in Movie options (E75) change.

  • Page 165: Slide Show

    Slide Show Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M Slide show M k button Play back images one by one in an automated “slide show.” When movie files are played back in the slide show, only the first frame of each movie is displayed.

  • Page 166: Protect

    Protect Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M Protect M k button The camera protects selected images from accidental deletion. Select images to protect or cancel protection from the image selection screen (A53). Note that formatting the memory card or the camera’s internal memory permanently deletes all data including protected files (E103).

  • Page 167: Copy (Copy Between The Memory Card And Internal Memory)

    Copy (Copy Between the Memory Card and Internal Memory) Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M Copy M k button Images can be copied between a memory card and the internal memory. When a memory card that contains no images is inserted and the camera is switched to playback mode, Memory contains no images.

  • Page 168: Sequence Display Options

    Sequence Display Options Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M Sequence display options M k button Select the method used to display images in the sequence (E24). Option Description Displays each image in a sequence individually. F is Q Individual pictures displayed on the playback screen.

  • Page 169: The Location Data Options Menu

    Download the latest A-GPS file from the website below, and use it to update the file. http://nikonimglib.com/agps3/ The A-GPS file for the COOLPIX S9900 is only available from the website above. Download the latest A-GPS file to the computer from the...

  • Page 170: Turn On The Camera

    Use a card reader or other device to copy the downloaded file to the “NCFL” folder of the memory card. The “NCFL” folder is located directly under the memory card root directory. If the memory card does not have “NCFL” folder, create a new folder. Insert the memory card containing the copied file into the camera.

  • Page 171: Calculate Distance

    Calculate Distance Press the c button (playback mode) M Display a map (E35) M d button M z menu icon M Calculate distance M k button Calculate the linear distance from the current position to the shooting location of the image or between the shooting locations of two images. Use the multi selector HI to Calculate distance select the desired option for...

  • Page 172: Points Of Interest (Poi) (Recording And Displaying

    Points of Interest (POI) (Recording and Displaying Location Name Information) Press the d button M z menu icon M Points of interest (POI) M k button Configure the POI (points of interest, location name information) settings. Option Description Set whether or not to record the location name information on the images to be shot.

  • Page 173: Set Clock From Satellite

    Set Clock from Satellite Press the d button M z menu icon M Set clock from satellite M k button Signals from the positioning satellites are used to set the date and time of the camera’s internal clock. Check the positioning status before setting the clock using this option.
  • Page 174 Option Description Correct the compass when the compass direction is not displayed correctly. When the screen shown Compass correction on the right is displayed, Move camera in a figure eight. swing the camera to draw a figure eight in the air while turning your wrist to face the camera forward and backward,...

  • Page 175: The Wi-Fi Options Menu

    The Wi-Fi Options Menu Press the d button M q menu icon M k button Configure the Wi-Fi (wireless LAN) settings to connect the camera and a smart device. Option Description Select when wirelessly connecting the camera and a smart Connect to smart device.

  • Page 176: Operating The Text Input Keyboard

    Option Description Current settings Display the current settings. Restore default Restore the Wi-Fi settings to their default values. settings Operating the Text Input Keyboard Character Input for SSID and Password Use the multi selector HIJK to select Text field alphanumeric characters. Press the k button to enter the selected character in the SSID text field and move the cursor to the next...

  • Page 177: The Setup Menu

    The Setup Menu Time Zone and Date Press the d button M z menu icon M Time zone and date M k button Set the camera clock. Option Description Select a field: Press the multi Date and time selector JK. Edit the date and time: Press HI.
  • Page 178 Select w Home time zone or x Time zone Travel destination and press the Home time zone k button. Travel destination The date and time displayed in the monitor London, Casablanca changes depending on whether the home time zone or travel destination is selected. 15/11/2015 15:30 Press K.

  • Page 179: Monitor Settings

    Monitor Settings Press the d button M z menu icon M Monitor settings M k button Option Description Photo info Set whether or not to display information in the monitor. Set whether or not to display the captured image is displayed Image review immediately after shooting.

  • Page 180: Shooting Mode

    Shooting mode Playback mode 4 / 4 4 / 4 0004. JPG 0004. JPG Framing 1/250 1/250 1/250 F3.7 F3.7 F3.7 15/11/2015 15:30 15/11/2015 15:30 grid+auto info In addition to the information Same as Auto info. shown in Auto info, a framing grid is displayed to help frame pictures.

  • Page 181: Date Stamp

    Date Stamp Press the d button M z menu icon M Date stamp M k button The shooting date and time can be stamped on images when shooting. 15.11.2015 15.11.2015 Option Description f Date Date is stamped on images. S Date and time Date and time are stamped on images.

  • Page 182: Photo Vr

    Photo VR Press the d button M z menu icon M Photo VR M k button Select the vibration reduction setting used when shooting still images. Select Off when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting. Option Description Performs optical compensation for camera shake using the lens shift method.

  • Page 183: Af Assist

    AF Assist Press the d button M z menu icon M AF assist M k button Option Description The AF-assist illuminator automatically lights up when you press the shutter-release button under dim lighting. The illuminator has a range of about 5.0 m (16 ft) at the a Auto maximum wide-angle position and about 4.5 m (14 ft) at (default setting)

  • Page 184: Sound Settings

    Sound Settings Press the d button M z menu icon M Sound settings M k button Option Description When On (default setting) is selected, the camera produces one beep when operations are performed, two beeps when focus is acquired on the subject, and three Button sound beeps when an error occurs.

  • Page 185: Format Card/Format Memory

    Format Card/Format Memory Press the d button M z menu icon M Format card/Format memory M k button Use this option to format a memory card or the internal memory. Formatting the memory cards or internal memory permanently deletes all data. Data that has been deleted cannot be recovered. Make sure to save important images to a computer before formatting.

  • Page 186: Charge By Computer

    Charge by Computer Press the d button M z menu icon M Charge by computer M k button Option Description When the camera is connected to a computer that is a Auto running (A58), the battery inserted into the camera is (default setting) automatically charged using power supplied by the computer.

  • Page 187: Reset All

    Reset All Press the d button M z menu icon M Reset all M k button When Reset all is selected, the camera’s settings are restored to their default values. Some settings, such as Time zone and date or Language, are not reset. Resetting File Numbering To reset file numbering to “0001”, delete all images saved on the memory card or in the internal memory (A19) before selecting Reset all.

  • Page 188: Error Messages

    Error Messages Refer to the table below if an error message is displayed. Display Cause/Solution Battery temperature is elevated. The The camera turns off automatically. Wait until camera will turn off. the camera or battery temperature has cooled – The camera will turn before resuming use.
  • Page 189 Display Cause/Solution A time-out error occurred while saving the E45, Cannot record movie on the memory card. movie. Select a memory card with a faster write speed. The camera turned off while recording time- Save previously lapse movie. recorded data as a Select Yes to create a time-lapse movie with –...
  • Page 190 Display Cause/Solution An A-GPS file that can be updated is not found on the memory card. Check the following items: Whether the memory card is inserted Whether the A-GPS file is stored on the No A-GPS file found – memory card on card.
  • Page 191 Turn the camera off and reconnect the USB cable. An error occurred in the camera’s internal circuitry. Turn the camera off, remove and reinsert the System error battery, and turn the camera on. If the error persists, contact your retailer or Nikon- authorized service representative. E109...
  • Page 192 Display Cause/Solution Printer error: check After solving the problem, select Resume and – press the k button to resume printing.* printer status. Printer error: check Load the specified size of paper, select Resume, – and press the k button to resume printing.* paper.

  • Page 193: File Names

    File Names Images, or movies are assigned file names as follows. File name: DSCN0001.JPG Not shown on the screen of the camera. DSCN: Original still images, movies, still images created by the movie editing function SSCN: Small picture copies (1) Identifier RSCN: Cropped copies FSCN: Images created by an image editing function other than crop and small picture, movies created by the movie...

  • Page 194: Optional Accessories

    Optional Accessories Battery Charger MH-65 Battery Charger It takes about 2 hour and 30 minutes to charge a fully exhausted battery. AC Adapter EH-62F (connect as shown) AC Adapter Make sure that the power connector cable is fully inserted in the power connector slot before inserting the AC adapter into the battery chamber.

  • Page 195: Technical Notes And Index

    Technical Notes and Index Caring for the Product........F2 The Camera.....................F2 The Battery....................F3 The Charging AC Adapter ..............F4 Memory Cards..................F5 Cleaning and Storage........F6 Cleaning....................F6 Storage .....................F6 Troubleshooting..........F7 Specifications..........F15 Approved Memory Cards ............... F19 USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR MAP DATA AND LOCATION NAME DATA.........F21 Index ...............F27...

  • Page 196: Caring For The Product

    Caring for the Product Observe the precautions described below in addition to the warnings in “For Your Safety” (Avii-ix) when using or storing the device. The Camera Do Not Apply Strong Impact to the Camera The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shock or vibration. In addition, do not touch or apply force to the lens or lens cover.

  • Page 197: The Battery

    If you notice any abnormalities such as excessive heat, smoke, or an unusual smell coming from the battery, immediately discontinue use and consult your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. After removing the battery from the camera or optional battery charger, put the battery in a plastic bag, etc.

  • Page 198: Storing The Battery

    Using the Battery When Cold On cold days, the capacity of batteries tends to decrease. If an exhausted battery is used at a low temperature, the camera may not turn on. Keep spare batteries in a warm place and exchange as necessary. Once warmed, a cold battery may recover some of its charge.

  • Page 199: Memory Cards

    Memory Cards Precautions for Use Use only Secure Digital memory cards. See “Approved Memory Cards” (F19) for recommended 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. Formatting Do not format the memory card using a computer.

  • Page 200: 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 201: 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 Wait for recording to end. If the problem persists, turn the camera off.
  • Page 202 Problem Cause/Solution Confirm all connections. When connected to a computer, the camera may not charge for any of the reasons described below. - Off is selected for Charge by computer in the 47, 54 setup menu. - Battery charging stops if the camera is turned –...
  • Page 203 Problem Cause/Solution Screen for setting time zone and date is displayed The clock battery is exhausted; all settings were when the 11, 12 restored to their default values. camera is turned on. The camera settings reset. Depending on the Autofocus mode setting or the The camera 20, 47, shooting mode, the camera may produce an audible...

  • Page 204: Using The Flash

    Problem Cause/Solution Use the flash. 16, 35 Increase the ISO sensitivity value. 47, 49 Images are Enable Photo VR when shooting still images. 47, 51, blurred. Enable Movie VR when recording movies. Use a tripod to stabilize the camera (using the self- timer at the same time is more effective).
  • Page 205 Problem Cause/Solution The flash window is blocked. The subject is beyond the range of the flash. Images are too Adjust exposure compensation. 40, 43 dark Increase ISO sensitivity. 47, 49 35, E6 (underexposed). The subject is backlit. Raise the flash, or set the scene mode to Backlighting with HDR set to Off.
  • Page 206 The camera is not recognized by the computer. – connected to a The computer is not set to start Nikon Transfer 2 – computer. automatically. For more information about Nikon Transfer 2, refer to help information contained in...
  • Page 207 Problem Cause/Solution The PictBridge With some PictBridge-compatible printers, the startup screen is PictBridge startup screen may not be displayed and not displayed it may be impossible to print images when Auto is when the 47, 54 selected for Charge by computer in the setup camera is menu.
  • Page 208 Problem Cause/Solution The recorded location name is different from The desired landmark name may not be registered, or – the intended a different landmark name may be registered. one or is not displayed. Check the following items. – - Whether the memory card is inserted - Whether the A-GPS file is stored on the memory card Unable to...

  • Page 209: Specifications

    Specifications Nikon COOLPIX S9900 Digital Camera Type Compact digital camera Number of effective 16.0 million (Image processing may reduce the number pixels of effective pixels.) Image sensor 1/2.3-in. type CMOS; approx. 16.76 million total pixels Lens NIKKOR lens with 30× optical zoom 4.5–135 mm (angle of view equivalent to that of 25–...
  • Page 210 4608×3456 3264×2448 2272×1704 Image size (pixels) 1600×1200 640×480 16:9 12M 4608×2592 3456×3456 ISO sensitivity ISO 125–1600 ISO 3200, 6400 (available when using A, B, C, or D (Standard output sensitivity) mode) Exposure Metering mode Matrix, center-weighted, spot (digital zoom 2× or more) Programmed auto exposure with flexible program, Exposure control shutter-priority auto, aperture-priority auto, manual, and...
  • Page 211 Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) Standards IEEE 802.11b/g/n (standard wireless LAN protocol) Range (line of sight) Approx. 10 m (10 yd) Operating 2412–2462 MHz (1–11 channels) frequency IEEE 802.11b: 5 Mbps Data rates (actual IEEE 802.11g: 15 Mbps measured values) IEEE 802.11n: 15 Mbps Security OPEN/WPA2 Access protocols...
  • Page 212 For Argentina: Approx. 73 g (2.6 oz) For Brazil: Approx. 70 g (2.5 oz) 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 213: Approved Memory Cards

    The N-Mark is a trademark or registered trademark of NFC Forum, Inc. in the United States and in other countries. 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.
  • Page 214 AVC Patent Portfolio License This product is licensed under the AVC Patent Portfolio License for the personal and non-commercial use of a consumer to (i) encode video in compliance with the AVC standard (“AVC video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal and non-commercial activity and/or was obtained from a video provider licensed to provide AVC video.

  • Page 215: User License Agreement For Map Data And Location Name Data

    It is protected by copyright, and is subject to the following terms and conditions which are agreed to by you, on the one hand, and Nikon Corporation (“Nikon”) and its licensors (including their licensors and suppliers) on the other hand.
  • Page 216 YOUR USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THIS INFORMATION, ANY DEFECT IN THE INFORMATION, OR THE BREACH OF THESE TERMS OR CONDITIONS, WHETHER IN AN ACTION IN CONTRACT OR TORT OR BASED ON A WARRANTY, EVEN IF NIKON OR ITS LICENSORS HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. Some States, Territories and Countries do not allow certain liability exclusions or damages limitations, so to that extent the above may not apply to you.
  • Page 217 Government End Users. If the Data supplied by HERE is being acquired by or on behalf of the United States government or any other entity seeking or applying rights similar to those customarily claimed by the United States government, the Data is a “commercial item”...
  • Page 218 Notices related to licensed software copyright holders. Map data and location name data for Japan © 2014 ZENRIN CO., LTD. All rights reserved. This service uses map and POI data of ZENRIN CO., LTD. “ZENRIN” is a registered trademark of ZENRIN CO., LTD. Map data and location name data except for Japan ©...
  • Page 219 Includes content of GeoforUs, licensed in accordance with h ttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/ 3.0/legalcode). Includes content of Comune di Milano, licensed under h ttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.5/ it/legalcode) and updated by licensee November 1, 2013. Includes content of the “Comunità Montana della Carnia”, licensed under h ttp://www.dati.gov.it/iodl/ 2.0/) and updated by licensee December 1, 2013.
  • Page 220 Sri Lanka: This product incorporates original source digital data obtained from the Survey Department of Sri Lanka  2009 Survey Department of Sri Lanka The data has been used with the permission of the Survey Department of Sri Lanka Israel:  Survey of Israel data source Jordan: ...

  • Page 221: Index

    Index d Menu button Symbols A Auto mode....13, 20, 22 ..... 2, 47, 49, 51, 52, 54 y Scene mode......23 l Delete button..2, 19, E25 C Aperture-priority auto mode Y N-Mark....1, E51, E52 ............... 31, 33 B Shutter-priority auto mode AC adapter......

  • Page 222: Command Dial

    Brightness ......54, E97 Direct print......58, E54 Button sound......E102 Displaying maps..E35, E38 Distance units ....... E88 D-Lighting......52, E27 Calculate distance ...... E89 Dusk/dawn i........23 Calendar display ......E22 Capturing still images during recording movies......E46 Easy panorama p....

  • Page 223: Microphone (Stereo)

    NFC......1, E51, E52 Internal memory indicator Night landscape j.... 23, E5 ............3, 5, 13 Night portrait e....23, E4 Interval ..........E73 Nikon Transfer 2......E59 ISO sensitivity...... 49, E68 N-Mark...... 1, E51, E52 Nostalgic sepia P....E8...

  • Page 224: Power Switch/Power-On Lamp

    Protect........52, E84 Number of exposures remaining ............13, E60 Number of shots......E73 Quick effects......18, E26 Quick retouch ..... 52, E27 Optical zoom .......... 17 Optional accessories ....E112 Rechargeable Li-ion battery ... F18 Options..........E93 Recording movies ... 20, E43 Recording slow motion movies Paper size ......

  • Page 225: Shutter-Release Button

    Short movie show mode....28 Time zone and date Shutter sound..E73, E102 ........... 11, 54, E95 Shutter speed.... 17, 31, E20 Toy camera effect 1 m ....E8 Toy camera effect 2 n....E8 Shutter-priority auto mode ............... 31, 33 Tripod socket......
  • Page 226 No reproduction in an for of this anual, in whole or in part (e cept for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews), a be ade without written authorization fro NIKON CORPORATION. FX5C03(11) 6MN52011-03 © 2015 Nikon Corporation...

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