Nikon Coolpix S4100 User manual

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i
Introduction
First Steps
Basic Photography and Playback: A(Auto) Mode
More on Shooting
More on Playback
Editing Pictures
Movie Recording and Playback
Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers
Basic Camera Setup
Caring for the Camera
Technical Notes and Index

ii
For Your Safety
To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read
the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equipment.
Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the product will read them.
The consequences that could result from failure to observe the precautions listed
in this section are indicated by the following symbol:
WARNINGS
Turn off in the event of
malfunction
Should you notice smoke or an
unusual smell coming from the
camera or Charging AC adapter,
unplug the Charging AC adapter and
remove the battery immediately,
taking care to avoid burns. Continued
operation could result in injury. After
removing or disconnecting the power
source, take the equipment to a Nikon-
authorized service representative for
inspection.
Do not disassemble
Touching the internal parts of the
camera or Charging AC adapter could
result in injury. Repairs should be
performed only by qualified
technicians. Should the camera or
Charging AC adapter break open as
the result of a fall or other accident,
take the product to a Nikon-authorized
service representative for inspection,
after unplugging the product and/or
removing the battery.
Do not use the camera or
Charging AC adapter in the
presence of flammable gas
Do not use electronic equipment in
the presence of flammable gas, as this
could result in explosion or fire.
Handle the camera strap with
care
Never place the strap around the neck
of an infant or child.
Keep out of reach of children
Particular care should be taken to
prevent infants from putting the
battery or other small parts into their
mouths.
This icon marks warnings, information that should be read before using this Nikon
product, to prevent possible injury.

iii
For Your Safety
Observe caution when
handling the battery
The battery may leak or explode if
improperly handled. Observe the
following precautions when handling
the battery for use in this product:
•Before replacing the battery, turn
the product off. If you are using the
Charging AC Adapter/AC adapter,
be sure it is unplugged.
•Use only a Rechargeable Li-ion
Battery EN-EL19 (supplied). Charge
the battery inserted into the camera
by connecting the Charging AC
Adapter EH-69P (supplied).
•When inserting the battery, do not
attempt to insert it upside down or
backwards.
•Do not short or disassemble the
battery or attempt to remove or
break the battery insulation or
casing.
•Do not expose the battery to flame
or to excessive heat.
•Do not immerse in or expose to
water.
•Return the battery to the battery
case for transportation. Do not
transport or store with metal objects
such as necklaces or hairpins.
•The battery is prone to leakage
when fully discharged. To avoid
damage to the product, be sure to
remove the battery when no charge
remains.
•Discontinue use immediately should
you notice any change in the
battery, such as discoloration or
deformation.
•If liquid from the damaged battery
comes in contact with clothing or
skin, rinse immediately with plenty
of water.
Observe the following
precautions when handling
the Charging AC Adapter
•Keep dry. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in fire or
electric shock.
•Dust on or near the metal parts of
the plug should be removed with a
dry cloth. Continued use could
result in fire.
•Do not handle the plug or go near
the Charging AC Adapter during
lightning storms. Failure to observe
this precaution could result in
electric shock.
•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.
•Do not handle the plug or Charging
AC Adapter with wet hands. Failure
to observe this precaution could
result in electric shock.
•Do not use with travel converters or
adapters designed to convert from
one voltage to another or with DC-
to-AC inverters. Failure to observe
this precaution could damage the
product or cause overheating or fire.

iv
For Your Safety
Use appropriate cables
When connecting cables to the input
and output jacks, use only the cables
provided or sold by Nikon for the
purpose, to maintain compliance with
product regulations.
Handle moving parts with
care
Be careful that your fingers or other
objects are not pinched by the lens
cover or other moving parts.
CD-ROMs
The CD-ROMs supplied with this
device should not be played back on
audio CD equipment. Playing CD-
ROMs on an audio CD player could
cause hearing loss or damage the
equipment.
Observe caution when using
the flash
Using the flash close to your subject’s
eyes could cause temporary visual
impairment. Particular care should be
observed if photographing infants,
when the flash should be no less than
one meter (3 ft. 4 in.) from the subject.
Do not operate the flash with
the flash window touching a
person or object
Failure to observe this precaution
could result in burns or fire.
Avoid contact with liquid
crystal
Should the monitor break, care should
be taken to avoid injury caused by
broken glass and to prevent liquid
crystal from the monitor touching the
skin or entering the eyes or mouth.
Turn the power off when
using inside an airplane or the
hospital
Turn the power off while inside the
airplane during take off or landing.
Follow the instructions of the hospital
when using while in a hospital. The
electromagnetic waves given out by
this camera may disrupt the electronic
systems of the airplane or the
instruments of the hospital.

v
Notices
Noticesfor Customers in the U.S.A.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS–
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
For connection to a supply not in the
U.S.A., use an attachment plug adapter
of the proper configuration for the
power outlet if needed.
The power supply unit is intended to
be correctly orientated in a vertical or
floor mount position.
Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) Radio
Frequency Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and
found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and
can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving
antenna.
•Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an
outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected.
•Consult the dealer or an
experienced radio/television
technician for help.
CAUTIONS
Modifications
The FCC requires the user to be
notified that any changes or
modifications made to this device that
are not expressly approved by Nikon
Corporation may void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
Interface Cables
Use the interface cables sold or
provided by Nikon for your equipment.
Using other interface cables may
exceed the limits of Class B Part 15 of
the FCC rules.

vi
Notices
Notice for customers in the State of
California
WARNING
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
USA
Tel: [phone]
Notice for customers in Canada
CAUTION
This Class B digital apparatus complies
with Canadian ICES-003.
ATTENTION
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B
est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du
Canada.
Noticesfor customers in Europe
CAUTION
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS
REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT
TYPE.
DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES
ACCORDING TO THE
INSTRUCTIONS.
This symbol indicates that
this product is to be
collected separately.
The following apply only to
users in European countries:
•This product is designated for
separate collection at an
appropriate collection point. Do not
dispose of as household waste.
•For more information, contact the
retailer or the local authorities in
charge of waste management.
This symbol on the battery
indicates that the battery is
to be collected separately.
The following apply only to
users in European countries:
•All batteries, whether marked with
this symbol or not, are designated
for separate collection at an
appropriate collection point. Do not
dispose of as household waste.
•For more information, contact the
retailer or the local authorities in
charge of waste management.

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Table of Contents
For Your Safety......................................................................................................................................ii
WARNINGS..................................................................................................................................................................ii
Notices ....................................................................................................................................................... v
Introduction ...........................................................................................................................................1
About This Manual ................................................................................................................................ 1
Information and Precautions............................................................................................................. 2
Parts of the Camera............................................................................................................................... 4
The Camera Body ...................................................................................................................................................4
Basic Operations..................................................................................................................................... 6
The A(Shooting Mode) Button...................................................................................................................6
The c(Playback) Button..................................................................................................................................6
The b(eMovie-record) Button................................................................................................................6
Shutter-release Button ........................................................................................................................................7
Attaching the Camera Strap ............................................................................................................................7
Operating the Touch Panel ................................................................................................................ 8
Tapping.........................................................................................................................................................................8
Dragging......................................................................................................................................................................8
Dragging and Dropping.....................................................................................................................................8
Using the Stylus.......................................................................................................................................................9
Main Display of the Monitor/Touch Panel and Basic Operations.......................................10
Shooting (Information Display)...................................................................................................................10
Shooting (Operation Controls)....................................................................................................................11
Playback (Information Display)....................................................................................................................12
Playback (Operation Controls).....................................................................................................................13
Operating the Tabs.............................................................................................................................................14
First Steps............................................................................................................................................. 16
Inserting the Battery ...........................................................................................................................16
Removing the Battery.......................................................................................................................................17
Charging the Battery ..........................................................................................................................18
Turning On and Off the Camera.................................................................................................................21
Setting Display Language, Date and Time .................................................................................22
Inserting Memory Cards ....................................................................................................................24
Removing Memory Cards...............................................................................................................................24
Basic Photography and Playback: A(Auto) Mode............................................................... 26
Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select A(Auto) Mode .......................................................26
Indicators Displayed in A(Auto) Mode...............................................................................................27
Step 2 Frame a Picture .......................................................................................................................28
Using the Zoom....................................................................................................................................................29
Step 3 Focus and Shoot.....................................................................................................................30
Step 4 Playing Back and Deleting Pictures .................................................................................32
Playing Back Pictures (Playback Mode)..................................................................................................32

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Deleting Unwanted Pictures ........................................................................................................................33
Using the Basic Shooting Functions .............................................................................................34
mFlash Mode ........................................................................................................................................................34
nTaking Pictures with the Self-timer ...................................................................................................36
pMacro Mode ....................................................................................................................................................38
oChanging the Brightness Using Exposure Compensation.................................................39
More on Shooting ............................................................................................................................. 40
Selecting a Shooting Mode..............................................................................................................40
Adjusting the A(Auto) Mode setting .........................................................................................42
AImage Mode (Changing Image Quality/Image Size)..............................................................43
qTouch Shutter (Tapping the Monitor to Release the Shutter)..........................................45
sSubject Tracking (Focusing on a Moving Subject) .................................................................48
rTouch AF/AE (Tapping the Monitor to Focus) ..........................................................................50
EISO Sensitivity.................................................................................................................................................53
CContinuous ......................................................................................................................................................54
wWhite Balance (Adjusting Hue)...........................................................................................................55
Shooting Suited to Scenes (Scene Mode)...................................................................................58
Selecting a Scene Mode..................................................................................................................................58
Shooting in the Scene Mode Selected by the Camera
(Scene Auto Selector)........................................................................................................................................61
Selecting a Scene Mode to Take Pictures (Features).....................................................................63
Using the Draw Option....................................................................................................................................71
Shooting for a Panorama................................................................................................................................72
Shooting Smiling Faces (Smart Portrait Mode).........................................................................74
Changing the Smart Portrait Mode Settings......................................................................................76
Camera Settings that Cannot Be Applied Simultaneously ...................................................78
More on Playback.............................................................................................................................. 80
Operations in Full-frame Playback Mode....................................................................................80
Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback ......................................................................81
Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom ..........................................................................................83
Selecting Playback Mode..................................................................................................................85
Sorting Favorite Pictures (Favorite Pictures Mode).................................................................86
Adding Pictures to Albums ...........................................................................................................................86
Viewing Pictures in an Album......................................................................................................................88
Removing Pictures from Albums...............................................................................................................89
Operations in Favorite Pictures Mode....................................................................................................90
Changing Icons Assigned to Albums......................................................................................................91
Image Searching in Auto Sort Mode.............................................................................................93
Viewing Pictures in Auto Sort Mode........................................................................................................93
Operations in Auto Sort Mode....................................................................................................................95
Selecting Pictures Taken on a Specific Day (List by Date Mode) ........................................96
Selecting a Date in List by Date Mode...................................................................................................96
Operations in List by Date Mode...............................................................................................................97

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Playback Options .................................................................................................................................98
Setting the Picture Rating.................................................................................................................99
Playing Back Pictures by Rating..................................................................................................................99
bEnjoying Slide Show.................................................................................................................. 100
dProtecting Important Pictures (Protect)............................................................................ 101
Protecting One Picture..................................................................................................................................101
Protecting Multiple Pictures ......................................................................................................................102
Removing Protection from Pictures......................................................................................................102
aCreating a DPOF Print Order................................................................................................... 103
Creating a Print Order for One Picture ................................................................................................103
Creating a Print Order for Multiple Pictures.....................................................................................105
Canceling Print Order.....................................................................................................................................106
fRotate Image ................................................................................................................................ 107
EVoice Memo: Recording and Playback ................................................................................. 108
Recording Voice Memos..............................................................................................................................108
Playing Voice Memos.....................................................................................................................................109
Deleting Voice Memos..................................................................................................................................109
Editing Pictures ................................................................................................................................110
Editing Functions.............................................................................................................................. 110
Picture Editing.................................................................................................................................... 112
UPaint...................................................................................................................................................................112
kQuick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and Saturation..........................................................115
ID-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and Contrast ...................................................................116
PStretch: Stretching Pictures.................................................................................................................117
OPerspective Control: Adjusting a Sense of Perspective.....................................................118
iFilter Effects (Digital Filter) ....................................................................................................................119
jGlamour Retouch.......................................................................................................................................121
gSmall Picture: Making Smaller Pictures........................................................................................123
oCrop: Creating a Cropped Copy........................................................................................................124
Movie Recording and Playback..................................................................................................126
Recording Movies ............................................................................................................................. 126
Changing the Movie Recording Settings..........................................................................................128
DMovie Options.............................................................................................................................................128
nMovie AF Mode .......................................................................................................................................129
YWind Noise Reduction ..........................................................................................................................130
Movie Playback.................................................................................................................................. 131
Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers..........................................................132
Connecting to a TV........................................................................................................................... 132
Connecting to a Computer............................................................................................................ 134
Before Connecting the Camera...............................................................................................................134
Transferring Images from a Camera to a Computer...................................................................135
Charging While Connecting to a Computer ................................................................................... 139

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Connecting to a Printer................................................................................................................... 140
Connecting the Camera to a Printer.....................................................................................................141
Printing Pictures One at a Time ...............................................................................................................142
Printing Multiple Pictures ............................................................................................................................143
Basic Camera Setup........................................................................................................................146
Setup Menu......................................................................................................................................... 146
Operating the Setup Menu ........................................................................................................................147
cWelcome Screen........................................................................................................................................148
dTime Zone and Date................................................................................................................................149
eMonitor Settings .......................................................................................................................................152
fPrint Date (Imprinting Date and Time) ........................................................................................153
wElectronic VR................................................................................................................................................154
UMotion Detection......................................................................................................................................155
hAF Assist .........................................................................................................................................................156
uDigital Zoom ...............................................................................................................................................156
iSound Settings ...........................................................................................................................................157
kAuto Off ...........................................................................................................................................................158
l/mFormat Memory/Format Card ...................................................................................................159
nLanguage ........................................................................................................................................................160
oVideo Mode .................................................................................................................................................160
VCharge by Computer ..............................................................................................................................161
dBlink Warning...............................................................................................................................................162
pReset All...........................................................................................................................................................164
hCopy (Copy Between Internal Memory and Memory Card) ..........................................167
rFirmware Version ....................................................................................................................................168
Caring for the Camera....................................................................................................................169
Maximizing Camera Life and Performance.............................................................................. 169
Cleaning .................................................................................................................................................................171
Storage....................................................................................................................................................................171
Technical Notes and Index...........................................................................................................172
Optional Accessories ....................................................................................................................... 172
Approved Memory Cards ............................................................................................................................173
Image/Sound File and Folder Names ........................................................................................ 174
Error Messages................................................................................................................................... 175
Troubleshooting................................................................................................................................ 180
Specifications ..................................................................................................................................... 187
Supported Standards .....................................................................................................................................190
Index...................................................................................................................................................... 191

1
Introduction
Introduction
About This Manual
Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX S4100 digital camera. This
manual was written to help you enjoy taking pictures with your Nikon digital
camera. Read this manual thoroughly before use, and keep it where all those who
use the product will read it.
Symbols and Conventions
To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and
conventions are used:
Notations
•Secure Digital (SD) memory card, SDHC memory card, and SDXC memory card
are referred to as “memory card.”
•The setting at the time of purchase is referred to as the “default setting.”
•The names of menu items displayed in the camera monitor, and the names of
buttons or messages displayed on a computer monitor appear in bold.
Screen Samples
In this manual, images are sometimes omitted from monitor display samples so
that monitor indicators can be more clearly shown.
Illustrations and Screen Display
Illustrations and text displays shown in this manual may differ from actual display.
CInternal Memory and Memory Cards
Pictures taken with this camera can be stored in the camera’s internal memory or on removable
memory cards. If a memory card is inserted, all new pictures will be stored on the memory card and
delete, playback and format operations will apply only to the pictures on the memory card. The
memory card must be removed before the internal memory can be formatted or accessed for
picture storage, deletion, or viewing.
D
This icon marks cautions,
information that should be read
before use, to prevent damage to
the camera.
This icon marks tips, additional
information that may be helpful
when using the camera.
This icon marks notes, information
that should be read before using
the camera.
This icon indicates that more
information is available elsewhere
in this manual.
A
B
C

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Introduction
Information and Precautions
Life-Long Learning
As part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product support and education,
continually updated information is available online at the following sites:
•For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/
•For users in Europe and Africa: http://www.europe-nikon.com/support/
•For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http://www.nikon-asia.com/
Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest product information, tips, answers to frequently
asked questions (FAQs), and general advice on digital imaging and photography. Additional
information may be available from the Nikon representative in your area. Visit the site below for
contact information:
http://imaging.nikon.com/
Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories
Nikon COOLPIX cameras are designed to the highest standards and include complex electronic
circuitry. Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including battery chargers, batteries, Charging AC
Adapter, and AC adapters) certified by Nikon specifically for use with this Nikon digital camera are
engineered and proven to operate within the operational and safety requirements of this electronic
circuitry.
THE USE OF NON-NIKON ELECTRONIC ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE THE CAMERA AND MAY
VOID YOUR NIKON WARRANTY.
The use of third-party rechargeable Li-ion batteries not bearing the
Nikon holographic seal could interfere with normal operation of the
camera or result in the batteries overheating, igniting, rupturing, or
leaking.
For more information about Nikon brand accessories, contact a local
authorized Nikon dealer.
Before Taking Important Pictures
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.
About the Manuals
•No part of the manuals included with this product may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed,
stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by any means, without
Nikon’s prior written permission.
•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.
•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).
Holographic seal:
Identifies this device as an
authentic Nikon product.

3
Information and Precautions
Introduction
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.
•Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced
Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, securities, government bonds or local government
bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are stamped “Sample.” The copying or reproduction
of paper money, coins, or securities which are circulated in a foreign country is prohibited. Unless
the prior permission of the government was obtained, the copying or reproduction of unused
postage stamps or post cards issued by the government is prohibited. The copying or
reproduction of stamps issued by the government and of certified documents stipulated by law is
prohibited.
•Cautions on certain copies and reproductions
The government has issued cautions on copies or reproductions of securities issued by private
companies (shares, bills, checks, gift certificates, etc.), commuter passes or coupon tickets, except
when a minimum of necessary copies are to be provided for business use by a company. Also, do
not copy or reproduce passports issued by the government, licenses issued by public agencies
and private groups, ID cards and tickets, such as passes and meal coupons.
•Comply with copyright notices
The copying or reproduction of copyrighted creative works such as books, music, paintings,
woodcut prints, maps, drawings, movies and photographs is governed by national and
international copyright laws. Do not use this product for the purpose of making illegal copies or to
infringe copyright laws.
Disposing of Data Storage Devices
Please note that deleting images or formatting data storage devices such as memory cards or built-
in camera memory does not completely erase the original image data. Deleted files can sometimes
be recovered from discarded storage devices using commercially available software, potentially
resulting in the malicious use of personal image data. Ensuring the privacy of such data is the user’s
responsibility.
Before discarding a data storage device or transferring ownership to another person, erase all data
using commercial deletion software, or format the device and then completely refill it with images
containing no private information (for example, pictures of empty sky). Be sure to also replace any
pictures selected for the welcome screen (A148). Care should be taken to avoid injury or damage
to property when physically destroying data storage devices.

4
Introduction
Parts of the Camera
The Camera Body
3
2
15
8
9
7
46
Lens cover closed
1Shutter-release button..............................30
2
Zoom control..................................................29
f: Wide-angle ..........................................29
g: Telephoto ...............................................29
h: Thumbnail playback .....................81
i: Playback zoom ....................................83
3Power switch/power-on lamp
............................................................... 21, 26, 158
4Flash ......................................................................34
5Self-timer lamp...............................................36
AF-assist illuminator.................................156
6Lens .........................................................171, 187
7Built-in microphone......................108, 126
8Lens cover ......................................................169
9Eyelet for camera strap................................ 7

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Parts of the Camera
Introduction
4
2
1
3
5
6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13
Under the connector
cover
1Monitor/touch panel ......................... 10, 27
2b(emovie-record) button....... 6, 126
3Charge lamp......................................... 19, 139
Flash lamp.........................................................35
4A(shooting mode) button.............6, 40
5c(playback) button ...................6, 32, 85
6USB/audio/video output connector
.........................................................132, 135, 141
7Tripod socket
8Speaker ................................................. 109, 131
9Connector cover...................132, 135, 141
10 Battery-chamber/
memory card slot cover ...................16, 24
11 Memory card slot..........................................24
12 Battery chamber............................................16
13 Battery latch.............................................16, 17

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Introduction
Basic Operations
The A(Shooting Mode) Button
The c(Playback) Button
The b(eMovie-record) Button
•Press the Abutton in playback mode to enter
shooting mode.
•Press the Abutton in shooting mode to display
the shooting-mode selection menu and switch
shooting modes (A40).
•Press the cbutton in shooting mode to enter
playback mode.
•Press the cbutton in playback mode to display
the playback-mode selection menu and switch
playback modes (A85).
•If the camera is turned off, hold down the c
button to turn the camera on in playback mode.
•Press the b(emovie-record) button in shooting
mode to start movie recording (A126). Press the
b(emovie-record) button again to stop movie
recording.
•Press the b(emovie-record) button in playback
mode to enter shooting mode.

7
Basic Operations
Introduction
Shutter-release Button
The camera features a two-stage shutter-release button. To set focus and
exposure, press the shutter-release button halfway, stopping when you feel
resistance. When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, focus and
exposure (shutter speed and aperture value) are set. Focus and exposure remain
locked while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.
While the shutter-release button is held in this position, release the shutter and
take a picture by pressing the shutter-release button the rest of the way down. Do
not use force when pressing the shutter-release button, as this may result in
camera shake and blurred images.
Attaching the Camera Strap
Press the shutter-release
button the rest of the way
down to take picture
Press the shutter-release
button halfway to set focus
and exposure

8
Introduction
Operating the Touch Panel
The monitor on the COOLPIX S4100 is a touch panel display. Use a finger or the
supplied stylus to operate the touch panel.
Tapping
Tap the touch panel.
Use this operation to:
Select icons or other controls
Select pictures in thumbnail playback mode
(A81)
Perform touch shutter (A45), touch AF/AE
(A50), or subject tracking (A48) operations
Drag the tab to display the setting controls during shooting or playback (A14)
Dragging
Drag your finger across the touch panel and
remove it from the touch panel.
Use this operation to:
Scroll through pictures in full-frame playback mode
(A32)
Move the visible portion of a picture enlarged with
playback zoom (A83)
Use sliders to adjust exposure compensation (A39) or other settings
Dragging and Dropping
Place your finger on the touch panel, drag it to
the desired location (1), and remove it from
the touch panel (2).
Use this operation to:
Apply the rating setting (A99)