Nikon CoolPix S70 User manual

DIGITAL CAMERA
COOLPIX s7o
User's Manual

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First Steps

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.
WARNINGS
Turn off in the event of
malfunction
Should you notice smoke or an
unusual smell coming from the
camera or ACIadapter, unplug the ACI
adapter and remove the battery
immediately, taking care to avoid
burns. Ciontinued operation could
result in injury. After removing or
disconnecting the power source, take
the equipment to a Nikomauthorized
service representative for inspection.
Do not disassemble
Touching tile internal parts of the
camera or A( adapter could result in
injury. Repairs should be performed
only by qualified technicians. Should
the camera or A(_}adapter break open
as tile result of a fall or other accident,
take tile product to a Nikon-authorized
service representative for inspection,
after unplugging tile product and/or
removing tile battery.
Do not use the camera or AC
adapter in the presence of
flammable gas
Do not use electronic equipment in
the presence of flammable gas, asthis
could result in explosion or fire.
Handle the camera strap with
care
Never place tile strap around tile 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.

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
ACtadapter (available separately), be
sure to unplug the AC adapter from
an electrical outlet.
•Use only a Rechargeable Lidon
Battery EN-EL12 (supplied).
Charge the battery inserted into the
camera by connecting the Charging
A( Adapter EH%aP/EH%aP (AR)
(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 tile battery insulation or
casing.
• Do not expose tile battery to flame
or to excessive heat.
• Do not immerse in or expose to
water.
• Replace the terminal cover when
transporting the battery. 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. ( ontinued use could
result in fire,
•Do not handle the cable or go near
the Charging AC Adapter during
lightning storms. Failure to observe
this precaution could result in
electrL shock.
•Do not damage, modify, forcibly tug
or bend the 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.
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• 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.
Use appropriate cables
When connecting cables to tile 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
Becareful that your fingers or other
objects are not pinched by tile slide
cover or other moving parts.
CD-ROMs
Tile 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 tile flash close to your subject's
eyes could cause temporary visual
impairment. Particular care should be
observed if photographing infants,
when tile flash should be no less than
one meter (3 ft. 4 in.)from tile subject.
Z_ Do not operate the flash with
the flash window touching a
person or object
FaihJre to observe this precaution
could result in burns or fire.
Z_ Do not apply pressure to the
monitor
Should the monitor break, care should
be taken to avoid injury caused by
broken glass.
Turn the power off when
using inside an airplane or the
hospital
Turn tile power offwhile inside tile
airplane during take offor landing.
Follow the instructions of the hospital
when using while in a hospital. Tile
electromagnetic waves given out by
this camera may disrupt tile electronic
systems of the airplane or tile
instruments of the hospital.

Notice for Customers in the U.S.A.
Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) Radio
Frequency Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and
found to comply with the limits for a
Class Bdigital device, pursuant to Part
1Sof 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 offand on,
the user isencouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving
antenna.
• Increasethe separation between the
equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an
outlet on acircuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an
experienced radio/television
technician Mr help.
F_ Nikon
COOLPIX $70
CAUTIONS
Modifications
The FCCrequires 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 foryourequipment.
Using other interface cables may
exceed the limits of Class BPart 15of
the FCCrules.
Notice for customers in the State of
California
WARNING
Handling tile cord on this product will
expose you to lead, achemical known
to the State of California to cause birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
Nikon Inc.,
1300Walt Whitman Road
Melville, New York 11747-3064
USA
Tel:[phone]

Notice for customers in Canada
CAUTION
This Class Bdigital apparatus complies
with Canadian iCES-O03.
ATTENTION
Cet appareil nurn#rique de la classe B
est conforme _ la norme NMB-O03 du
Canada.
Notice for customers in Europe
This symbol indicates that W
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 tile
retailer or tile local authorities in
charge of waste management.
This symbol on the battery \_,J
indicates that the battery is 3st
to be collected separately.
Tile 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.

ForYourSafety......................................................................................................................................ii
WARNINGS..................................................................................................................................................................ii
Notices.......................................................................................................................................................v
Introduction...........................................................................................................................................1
AboutThisManual................................................................................................................................I
Information and Precautions .............................................................................................................2
Parts of the Camera ...............................................................................................................................4
The Camera Body ...................................................................................................................................................4
Basic Operations of the Shutter-Release Button .................................................................................4
Attachk]g the Camera Strap ............................................................................................................................5
Operating the Touch Panel ................................................................................................................6
Tapping .........................................................................................................................................................................6
Dragging ......................................................................................................................................................................6
Spreading/pk_ching ..............................................................................................................................................7
Main Display of the Monitor/Touch Panel and Basic Operations .........................................8
Information and Controls Display ................................................................................................................8
Shooting (Operation Controls) ....................................................................................................................] 0
Shooting (Other Indicators) ...........................................................................................................................11
Playback (Operation Controls) .....................................................................................................................12
Playback (Information Display) ....................................................................................................................] 3
HOME Screen Controls .....................................................................................................................................14
Setup Menu .............................................................................................................................................................15
Help Display ............................................................................................................................................................15
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
I_ Basic Photography and Playback: Easy Auto Mode .......................................................26
Step I Turn the Camera On and Select I_ Easy Auto Mode ................................................26
Indicators Displayed in I_ (EasyAuto) 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
Deleting Pictures ..................................................................................................................................................32
Easy Auto Mode ....................................................................................................................................34

MoreonShooting.............................................................................................................................35
SelectingaShootingMode..............................................................................................................35
ShootinginI_1(Auto)Mode............................................................................................................37
ShootingSuitedtoScenes................................................................................................................38
SelectingaSceneMode..................................................................................................................................38
Features.....................................................................................................................................................................39
UsingtheDrawOption....................................................................................................................................45
ShootingforaPanorama................................................................................................................................46
AdjustingtheCameraSettingsinShootingMode..................................................................48
SettingOptions.....................................................................................................................................................48
CameraSettingsthatCanBeAdjustedinEachShootingMode...........................................4!)
Ad,justingShootingSettings.........................................................................................................................50
r-'l Tapping the Monitor to Release the Shutter (Touch Shutter) ......................................51
_ Tapping the Monitor to Focus (Touch AF/AE)........................................................................53
Focusing on a Moving Subject (Subject Tracking) ..............................................................56
Taking Pictures with the Self-timer ................................................................................................58
[] Automatic Shooting of a Smiling Face (SmileTimer) ........................................................60
Using the Flash ...........................................................................................................................................62
_i, Image Mode (Image Quality/Image Size)..................................................................................64
[] Changing Brightness Using Exposure Compensation ......................................................66
_ Macro Mode Setting ...............................................................................................................................67
Continuous ...................................................................................................................................................68
L,J8 White Balance ...........................................................................................................................................70
lsr] iso Sensitivity ............................................................................................................................................73
rlRTE Imprinting Time and Date (Date Imprint) ...............................................................................74
Camera Settings That cannot be Applied Simultaneously ........................................................75
More on Playback ..............................................................................................................................77
Selecting Playback Mode ..................................................................................................................77
Sorting Favorite Pictures (Favorite Pictures Mode) .................................................................78
Preparing an Album (Assigning an icon) ..............................................................................................79
Adding Pictures to Albums ...........................................................................................................................80
Viewing Pictures in an Album ......................................................................................................................81
Removing Pictures from Albums ...............................................................................................................82
Operations in Favorite Pictures Mode ....................................................................................................82
Finding Pictures in Auto Sort Mode ..............................................................................................84
Viewing Pictures in Auto Sort Mode ........................................................................................................84
Operations in Auto Sort Mode ....................................................................................................................86
Playing Back Pictures Taken on a Same Day (List by Date Mode) ......................................87
Selecting a Date in List by Date Mode ...................................................................................................87
Operations in List by Date Mode ...............................................................................................................88
Operations in Full-frame Playback Mode ....................................................................................89
Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom ..........................................................................................91
Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback ......................................................................93
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Deleting Multiple Pictures ................................................................................................................gs
Deleting Pictures by Album, Category, or Shooting Date .........................................................96
Playback Options .................................................................................................................................97
Setting Options .....................................................................................................................................................97
Enjoying Slide Shows ..........................................................................................................................g8
Protecting Important Pictures (Protect) ......................................................................................gg
Protecting One Picture .....................................................................................................................................99
Protecting Multiple Pictures ......................................................................................................................l O0
Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set ......................................................................................101
Creating a Print Order for One Picture ................................................................................................101
Creating a Print Order for Multiple Pictures .....................................................................................102
Creating a Print Order by Album, Category, or Shooting Date ............................................104
Rotate Image ......................................................................................................................................106
Voice Memos: Recording and Playback ....................................................................................107
Recording Voice Memos ..............................................................................................................................107
Playing Voice Memos .....................................................................................................................................108
Deleting Voice Memos ..................................................................................................................................108
Editing Pictures ................................................................................................................................109
Editing Functions ..............................................................................................................................109
Picture Editing ....................................................................................................................................111
_i_ Paint Pictures: Paint ..............................................................................................................................111
r._, Enhancing Contrast and Saturation: Quick Retouch .......................................................114
Enhancing Brightness and Contrast: D-Lighting ................................................................1l S
.C_ Modifying Color Tones: Color Options .....................................................................................116
[] Resizing Pictures: Small Picture .....................................................................................................117
[] Stretching Pictures: Stretch .............................................................................................................118
[] Adjust a Sense of Perspective: Perspective Control .........................................................11g
Softening Skin Tones: Skin Softening ........................................................................................120
Creating a Cropped Copy: Crop ...................................................................................................121
Movies ...........................................................................................................................................122
Recording Movies .............................................................................................................................122
Movie Recording Settings ..............................................................................................................123
_i. Selecting Movie Options ...................................................................................................................123
Autofocus Mode .....................................................................................................................................124
_ Macro Mode Setting ............................................................................................................................124
Movie Playback ..................................................................................................................................12S
Deleting Movie Files........................................................................................................................................125
Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers ..........................................................126
Connecting to a TV ...........................................................................................................................126
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Connecting to a Computer ............................................................................................................127
Before Connecting the Camera ...............................................................................................................127
Transferring Pictures from the Camera to a Computer ............................................................]28
Charging While Connecting to a Computer ...................................................................................131
Connecting to a Printer ...................................................................................................................132
Connecting the Camera to a Printer .....................................................................................................133
Printing Pictures One at a Time ...............................................................................................................135
Printing Multiple Pictures ............................................................................................................................136
Setup Menu .......................................................................................................................................139
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu .......................................................................................139
Operating the Setup Menu ........................................................................................................................140
HOME Display .....................................................................................................................................................141
Welcome Screen ...............................................................................................................................................142
Date ...........................................................................................................................................................................143
Monitor Settings ................................................................................................................................................146
Date Imprint ........................................................................................................................................................146
Vibration Reduction ........................................................................................................................................147
AF Assist..................................................................................................................................................................148
Digital Zoom .......................................................................................................................................................148
Sound Settings ...................................................................................................................................................149
Auto Off .................................................................................................................................................................149
Format Memory/Format Card ..................................................................................................................150
Language ...............................................................................................................................................................151
Video Mode .........................................................................................................................................................151
Charge by Computer ......................................................................................................................................152
Blink Warning ......................................................................................................................................................153
Reset All ..................................................................................................................................................................154
Copy ..........................................................................................................................................................................156
Firmware Version .............................................................................................................................................157
Technical Notes ................................................................................................................................158
Optional Accessories .......................................................................................................................158
Approved Memory Cards............................................................................................................................158
Image/Sound File and Folder Names ........................................................................................15g
Caring for the Camera .....................................................................................................................160
Cleaning .................................................................................................................................................................162
Storage ....................................................................................................................................................................162
Error Messages ...................................................................................................................................163
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................167
Specifications .....................................................................................................................................173
Supported Standards .....................................................................................................................................176
Index ......................................................................................................................................................177

Thank you for your purchase ofa Nikon COOLPIX 570 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:
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Notations
• A Secure Digital (SD) memory card is referred to as a "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.
[] Internal 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,

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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.f/www, nikonusd.com/
•For users in Europe and Africa: htrp.¢/wwvv.eumpe nikon.com/supporr/
•For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http://www.nikon osJo.dOm/
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.
URL below for contact information:
httpJ/imoging.nikon.dom/
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 charger, 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,
THEUSE OF NON NIKON ELECTRONIC ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE THE CAMERA AND MAY
VOID YOUR NIl<ONWARRANTY.
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. Holographic seal:
Identifies this device as an
For more information about Nikon brand accessories, contact a local authentic Nikon product,
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),

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 _rmatting 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 Photograph option in the HOMF display setting (_ 141) or the Select
an image option in the Welcome screen setting ([_ 142). (:are should be taken to avoid injury or
damage to property when physically destroying data storage devices.

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The Camera Body
34 5
Lens cover closed
m Shutter-rdease button ..............................30
_ Power-on lamp ................19,21, 131, 149
U Built-in flash ......................................................62
a Microphone ........................................107, 122
m Lens.........................................................162, 173
Self-timer lamp .......................................58, 60
AF-assist illuminator .........................31,148
D Eydet for camera strap ................................5
_ Speaker ..................................................108, 125
_ Slide cover (power switch) .....................21
Basic Operations of the Shutter-Release Button
Tile camera features a two-stage shutter-release button. To set focus and
exposure, press tile shutter-release button halfway, stopping when you feel
resistance. Focus and exposure lock while tile shutter-release button is held in this
position. To release tile shutter and take a picture, press tile shutter-release button
tile rest of tile way down. Do not use force when pressing tile shutter-release
button, as this may result in camera shake and blurred pictures.
Press the shutter- Press the shutter-
release button release button the
halfway to set focus rest of the way down
and exposure, to take a picture,

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Opening/closing
the connector cover 4
6 7 8
OLED monitor (monitor)X/
touch panel ...................................................6, 8
B Tripod socket
D Connector cover ...........18, 126, 128, 133
Battery-chamber/
memory card slot cover ....................16, 24
_ Cable connector ............18, 126, 128, 133
_ Battery chamber ............................................16
_ Memory card slot ..........................................24
Q Battery latch .............................................16, 17
Referred to simply as the "monitor" in this manual.
Attaching the Camera Strap

The monitor on the COOLPIX $70 isa touch panel display operated by touch. Use
the method described below.
FTapping
_. Tap the touch panel.
oUse this operation to select a control or
picture.
The shutter can also be released by
tapping the monitor (_ S] ).
Dragging
Drag your finger across the touch
panel.
Use this operation to view the previous or
subsequent picture during playback.
Use two fingers to forward or backward
pictures more rapidly.
\ \

Spreading/pinching
Spread two fingers apart/pinch two
fingers together
Place two fingers on the monitor and
spreadthem apartto zoom in on apicture
(_ 91)in playback mode. Pinch two
fingerstogether to zoom out or to display
picture thumbnails (_ 93).
k_l Notes on the Touch Panel
• This camera utilizes a static touch panek Therefore, it may not respond when touched with
fingernails or gloved fingers.
• Do not press on the touch panel with pointed objects,
• Do not apply unnecessary pressure to the touch panel.
• The touch panel may not respond to touch if a commercially available protecting film is applied,
[] Auto Monitor Boost
The camera automatically increases monitor brightness outdoors and under extremely bright
lighting to make the monitor display easier to see and read (when Brightness (_ 146) in the setup
menu (_ 139) is set to 4 or less).

Information and Controls Display
Tap_ to _oggle_t_einformation displayse_ingin _t_efollowing order.
5- Shooting
Information display off
oInformation display on
Shooting information such as the
number of exposures remaining
and operation controJs are
displayed.