Nikon CoolPix S3 User Manual

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Scene Mode
Other Scenes
In addition to the four “assist” modes described on the preceding pages,
scene mode offers a selection of twelve “scenes,” each corresponding to a
common subject type, such as a backlit subject, sunset, or interior shot. A
voice recording mode is also available for creating audio recordings ( 33).
To select a scene from the scene menu ( 22):
* To exit without changing selection, press button.
Depending on the scene selected, restrictions may apply to fl ash mode
( ; 18), the self-timer ( 20), or macro close-up ( ; 21). These restric-
tions are noted on the pages that follow.
2
99
Return to shooting mode. Icon for
selected scene appears in monitor.
1
Highlight scene.
Camera Shake ( )
At slow shutter speeds, a icon appears in the monitor to warn that pictures may be
blurred. The following indicate the precautions that can be taken to avoid blur:
Hold camera steady: Hold camera in both hands and brace elbows against body
Use tripod: Use tripod or rest camera on fl at, level surface
Off
*
Hold camera steady
Party/Indoor
Use for shots that include details of the background, or
to capture the effects of candlelight and other indoor
background lighting.
* Other modes can be selected.

Nikon CoolPix S3 Specifications

Camera Specifications

effective pixels	6.0 million
CCD	1/2.5-inch type (6.4 million total pixels)
lens	3x Zoom-Nikkor ED; 5.8-17.4mm
LCD monitor	2.5-inch type, 110, 000-dot

Power

power requirements	One Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL8
battery life	Approx. 190 images
AC adapter	EH-63 (supplied)

Weight and Dimensions

dimensions	Approx. 3.5 x 2.3 x 0.8 in. (89.9 x 57.5 x 19.7mm)
weight	Approx. 4.2 oz. (118g) (without battery and memory card)