Nikon Coolpix S1 User Manual (English)

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What to do if my Nikon Coolpix S1 Digital Camera doesn't take a picture when I press the shutter button?
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  Charles JonesJul 26, 2025
  If no picture is taken when you press the shutter-release button on your Nikon Digital Camera, there are several possible reasons. First, ensure that the camera is turned on. Check that the battery is correctly inserted and the battery-chamber cover is properly latched. If the battery is exhausted, replace it with a fresh one. If you are using an AC adapter, make sure it is properly connected. If the camera is in standby mode, press the shutter-release button halfway. If the camera is connected to a computer or audio/video cable, disconnect it. Also, stop any voice recording, time-lapse movie, or interval-timer shooting that may be in progress.
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  If your Nikon Digital Camera monitor is hard to read, try these solutions. Adjust the monitor brightness to a comfortable level. If the monitor has dimmed to save power, press the shutter-release button halfway. Also, ensure the monitor is clean.
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What to do if pictures are not transferred when pressing the multi selector on my Nikon Digital Camera?
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  James WellsAug 11, 2025
  If pictures from your Nikon Digital Camera are not transferred when you press the center of the multi selector, it could be because the picture is a movie. Select a non-movie picture. Also, ensure that the pictures are not copies that used crop or small picture options. Finally, if the memory is insufficient, delete some pictures.
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Why does my Nikon Coolpix S1 Digital Camera show unusual characters on the monitor?
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  Victoria NicholsAug 18, 2025
  If your Nikon Digital Camera is failing to function as expected and unusual characters are appearing on the monitor, it could be due to a strong external static charge. Turn the camera off, remove and replace the batteries, and/or disconnect and reconnect the AC adapter. Then, turn the camera on again.

Nikon Coolpix S1 Specifications

General

Resolution	5.1 megapixels
Optical Zoom	3x
LCD Screen Size	2.5 inches
Image Sensor	1/2.5-inch CCD
ISO Sensitivity	Auto, 50, 100, 200, 400
Weight	118g
Digital Zoom	4x
Storage Media	SD card
Type	Compact
Focal Length	35-105 mm (35mm equivalent)
Battery	EN-EL8 Lithium-ion battery
Aperture	f/3.0 - f/5.4
LCD Monitor	2.5-inch TFT LCD
Dimensions	89.9 x 57.5 x 19.7 mm (3.5 x 2.3 x 0.8 in)
Shutter Speed	4 sec to 1/350 sec

Summary

Attaching the Camera Strap

Symbols and Conventions

For Your Safety

Notices

U.S. and California Notices

FCC statement and California-specific safety information.

Canadian Notice and Data Disposal

Introduction to COOLPIX S1

Before Taking Important Pictures

Advice on taking test shots before important occasions to ensure camera functionality.

Parts of the Camera

The Monitor Display

Camera Accessories

First Steps with Your Camera

Inserting the Battery

Step-by-step guide on how to correctly insert the camera's rechargeable battery.

Charging and Inserting Memory Cards

Charging the Battery

Instructions on how to charge the camera battery using the supplied accessories.

Inserting Memory Cards

Guide on how to insert Secure Digital (SD) memory cards into the camera.

Camera On and Basic Setup

Basic Photography Guide

Step 1 — Select Mode

Instructions on selecting the 'Auto' mode for point-and-shoot photography.

Framing and Focusing Pictures

Step 2 — Frame the Picture

Guidance on holding the camera steady and using zoom to compose the shot.

Step 3 — Focus and Shoot

How to focus on the subject and take the picture using the shutter button.

Step 4 — View Results and Delete Pictures

Self-Timer and Macro Mode

Scene Mode Overview

Framing Assist Modes

Using framing guides to help compose pictures in various assist modes.

Portrait and Landscape Assist

Portrait Assist Features

Mode for framing portraits with softened backgrounds and depth of field.

Landscape Assist Features

Mode for vivid landscape shots that enhance outlines, colors, and contrast.

Sports and Night Portrait Assist

Other Scene Modes

Voice Recordings

Recording and Playing Voice Memos

Steps to record, play back, and manage audio recordings.

Movies: Recording and Playback

Movie Recording Options

Explains different movie recording options and their specifications.

Recording Movies

Instructions on how to record movies, including time-lapse recording.

Viewing and Deleting Movies

Enhancing Contrast and TV Viewing

Enhancing Pictures with D-Lighting

Feature to improve picture brightness and contrast by creating a copy.

Viewing Pictures on TV

Connecting the camera to a TV for picture viewing using AV cable.

Computer Connectivity and Printing

Viewing Pictures on a Computer

Steps for connecting the camera to a computer for viewing and transferring pictures.

Transferring Pictures to Computer

Process of transferring pictures from the camera to a computer using PictureProject.

Printing Pictures and Print Set

Methods for printing and configuring print orders for PictBridge/DPOF.

Direct USB Printing

The Shooting Menu

Image Mode and Quality

Options for selecting image size and quality based on usage.

Shooting Menu Settings

White Balance Settings

Adjusting white balance to match different lighting sources for accurate colors.

Exposure Compensation and Continuous Shooting

Adjusting exposure and using continuous shooting modes.

BSS Best Shot Selector

Feature to automatically select the sharpest picture from a series.

Sensitivity and Color Options

The Playback Menu

Selecting and Managing Pictures

How to select, delete, protect, and mark pictures for transfer.

Slide Show and Picture Deletion

Slide Show Playback

Playing pictures back automatically in an automated slideshow.

Delete and Protect Pictures

Options to erase selected or all pictures and protect them from accidental deletion.

Transfer Marking and Small Copies

Transfer Marking

Marking pictures for transfer to a computer.

Small Picture Copies

Creating smaller copies of pictures for web or email use.

Copy Pictures Between Storage

The Setup Menu

Welcome Screen and Date Settings

Customizing the startup screen and setting camera date/time.

Setup Menu Options

Time Zone Configuration

Choosing home and travel time zones and managing daylight saving.

Monitor Settings

Controlling information displayed on the monitor and adjusting brightness.

Date Imprint Options

Imprinting date or time information directly onto pictures.

Sound, Blur Warnings, and Formatting

Sound Settings and Blur Warnings

Configuring sound settings and enabling blur warnings.

Auto Off and Formatting

Setting auto power off times and formatting memory cards.

Interface, Reset, and Menu Options

Language, Interface, and AF Assist

Setting language, connection options, and AF-assist illuminator.

Reset and Menu Display Options

Resetting settings and choosing menu display format.

Technical Notes

Camera Accessories and Memory Cards

List of optional accessories and approved memory cards.

Caring for the Camera

Precautions for maintaining the camera during use and storage.

Cleaning the Camera

Instructions for cleaning the camera lens, monitor, and body.

Camera Specifications

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Camera Operation Issues

Addressing common problems like blank monitor or focus errors.

Appendix: Focus Lock and File Storage

Focus Lock Procedure

How to lock focus and exposure for off-center subjects.

Image File Storage Details

Information on image file naming conventions and storage capacity.

Printing Date/Time on Pictures

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