Nikon CoolPix S6000 User Manual

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Picture Editing
Editing Pictures
e Skin Softening: Softening Skin Tones
The camera recognizes faces in pictures and creates a copy with softer facial skin
tones. Copies created using the skin softening function are stored as separate files.
1 Select the desired picture in full-frame
playback mode (A 69) or thumbnail playback
mode (A 71) and press the d button.
The playback menu is displayed.
2 Use the rotary multi selector to choose e
Skin softening and press the k button.
The screen for selecting the degree of softening is
displayed.
If no faces are recognized in the picture, an alert is
displayed and the camera returns to the playback menu.
3 Press the rotary multi selector H or I to
choose the degree of softening and press the
k button.
The confirmation screen is displayed with the face to which skin
softening was applied enlarged at the center of the monitor.
To exit without saving the copy, press the d button.
4 Check the preview of the copy.
Skin tones in up to 12 faces, in the order of that closest to
the center of the frame, are softened.
If more than one face was softened, press the rotary multi
selector J or K to display a different face.
Press the d button to adjust the degree of softening.
The monitor display returns to that shown in step 3.
When the k button is pressed, a new, edited copy is
created.
Copies created with the skin softening function can be
recognized by the E icon displayed in playback mode.
B Note on Skin Softening
Depending upon the direction in which faces are looking, or the brightness of faces, the camera may be
unable to accurately recognize faces, or the skin softening function may not perform as expected.
D More Information
See “Image/Sound File and Folder Names” (A 146) for more information.
Exit
Playback menu
Quick retouch
D-Lighting
Skin softening
Delete
Print set
Slide show
Skin softening
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Nikon CoolPix S6000 Specifications

General

Megapixel	14.2 MP
Camera type	Compact camera
Sensor type	CCD
Image sensor size	1/2.3 \
Maximum image resolution	4320 x 3240 pixels
Interface	USB
Digital SLR	No
Video capability	Yes
ISO sensitivity	200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200
Internal memory	32 MB
Compatible memory cards	sd, sdhc
Motion JPEG frame rate	30 fps
Maximum video resolution	1280 x 720 pixels
Display diagonal	2.7 \
Display resolution (numeric)	230000 pixels
Product color	Silver
Battery life (CIPA standard)	210 shots

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	25 mm
Width	97 mm
Height	55.5 mm

Summary

For Your Safety

General Safety Precautions

Essential safety warnings and precautions for operating the camera safely.

Battery and AC Adapter Safety

Safety guidelines for handling batteries and the AC adapter to prevent hazards.

Operational Safety Advice

Advice on using cables, flash, handling monitor breaks, and device operation in sensitive locations.

Notices

Legal and Compliance Notices

FCC statement, California lead warning, and general legal compliance information.

Regional Notices

Compliance information for Canada and disposal guidelines for European users.

Introduction and Information

Manual Overview and Conventions

Explains manual purpose, symbols, notations, and storage methods.

Nikon Support and Precautions

Nikon support resources, accessory recommendations, pre-shot tests, and manual usage rights.

Copying and Disposal Guidelines

Legal notices on copyright, reproduction, and secure disposal of data storage devices.

Camera Parts and Display

External Camera Anatomy

Identification and labeling of external camera parts and components.

Monitor Indicators and Information

Explains monitor display, indicators, and shooting/playback information.

Basic Camera Operations

Key Camera Buttons

Explains the function of the Shooting Mode, Playback, and Movie-record buttons.

Navigation and Control Features

Details the rotary multi selector, help system, shutter button, and strap attachment.

Menu System Navigation

How to access and navigate camera menus, including tab switching.

Getting Started: First Steps

Battery Insertion and Removal

Step-by-step guides for inserting and removing the camera's battery.

Initial Camera Setup

Initial setup for language, date, time, and date imprinting.

Memory Card Handling

Essential procedures for using memory cards, including insertion, removal, and formatting.

Auto Mode Photography

Auto Mode: Basic Shooting Procedures

Guide to starting in Auto mode, understanding indicators, and available shooting functions.

Framing, Zooming, and Focusing

Covers framing, zoom usage, focusing techniques, and flash operation in Auto mode.

Playback and Picture Management

How to play back, delete pictures, and view shooting information.

Advanced Auto Mode Features

Details on flash modes, self-timer, macro mode, and exposure compensation adjustments.

Advanced Shooting Modes

Selecting Shooting Modes

Guide to choosing and understanding different shooting modes like Auto and Scene.

Auto Mode Shooting Menu Options

Explanation of various shooting menu options and their settings.

Image Quality and White Balance

Settings for image quality, storage capacity, and matching white balance to lighting.

Metering, Continuous Shooting, and ISO

Settings for metering, various continuous shooting modes, and ISO sensitivity.

Color Options, AF Area Mode, and Autofocus

Adjusting color tones, selecting focus areas, and managing autofocus modes.

Scene Mode Photography Guide

Guide to selecting and using Scene modes, including Scene Auto Selector.

Scene Mode Features

Detailed features of various scene modes like Portrait, Landscape, and Panorama Assist.

Smart Portrait and Subject Tracking

Using Smart Portrait for smiles and Subject Tracking for moving subjects.

Playback and Editing Functions

Viewing Pictures in Playback

Methods for viewing pictures in various modes and navigating through them.

Playback Menu Functions

Detailed functions available in the playback menu for managing pictures.

Picture Editing Tools

In-camera tools for editing pictures, including retouching, resizing, and cropping.

Movie Playback and Management

Guide to recording, managing movie options, playback, and deletion.

Connectivity and Printing

Connecting to a TV

Steps and notes for connecting the camera to a television for viewing.

Computer Connection and File Transfer

Detailed guide on connecting to a computer, transferring files, and charging the battery.

Connecting to a Printer

Instructions for connecting to printers and printing pictures directly or via DPOF.

Camera Setup and Settings

Basic Setup Menu Navigation

How to access the setup menu and reset camera settings.

Display and Language Settings

Customizing menu display, welcome screen, language, and TV output settings.

Date, Time, and Time Zones

Setting camera clock, time zones, daylight saving, and date imprinting on photos.

Advanced Camera Settings

Adjusting monitor, sound, vibration reduction, motion detection, AF assist, zoom, auto-off, formatting, charging, and blink warning.

Camera Care and Technical Information

Camera Care and Maintenance

Guidelines for proper camera care, maintenance, battery, and storage.

Technical Specifications and Support

Information on accessories, memory cards, file naming, error messages, troubleshooting, and technical specs.