Why can't I select paper size on my Nikon Coolpix S4100?
Paper size cannot be selected from the camera in the following situations, even when printing from a PictBridge-compatible printer: The printer does not support the paper size specified by the camera. Check printer specifications. Change the camera settings to support a different paper size.
What to do if my Nikon Coolpix S4100 doesn't take a picture when I press the shutter button?
If your Nikon Digital Camera doesn't take a picture when you press the shutter-release button, ensure the camera is not in playback mode, or displaying setting items or the setup menu. Change the mode to shooting. Also, the battery might be exhausted, so replace it. If the flash lamp is blinking, the flash is charging; wait for it to charge.
Why is my Nikon Coolpix S4100 Digital Camera battery not charging?
If the battery inserted in your Nikon Digital Camera cannot be charged, confirm all connections. Also, check if 'Charge by computer' is set to 'Off' in the setup menu, and if so, change the setting. When charging by connecting the camera to a computer, battery charging stops when the camera is turned off or when the computer is suspended (sleeping), and the camera may turn off. Depending upon computer specifications, settings, and status, charging the battery inserted in the camera may not be possible via computer connection.
Why is my Nikon Digital Camera not focusing?
If your Nikon Digital Camera cannot focus, the subject may be too close; try shooting with macro mode or in Scene auto selector or Close-up scene mode. If the subject is one with which autofocus does not perform well, adjust focus settings accordingly. Set AF assist in the setup menu to Auto. You can also try turning the camera off and then on again.
How to fix blurred pictures with Nikon Coolpix S4100 Digital Camera?
If your Nikon Digital Camera pictures are blurred, try using the flash, increase the ISO sensitivity value, enable electronic vibration reduction or motion detection, use BSS (best shot selector), or use a tripod and self-timer.
What to do if I get strange results with red-eye reduction flash on Nikon Coolpix S4100 Digital Camera?
If you are getting unexpected results when the flash is set to b (auto with red-eye reduction) on your Nikon Digital Camera, use any scene mode other than Night portrait, and change the flash mode to any setting other than b (auto with red-eye reduction) and try shooting again.
Why do my Nikon Coolpix S4100 Digital Camera photos look smeared?
If pictures appear smeared when using your Nikon Digital Camera, the lens may be dirty. Clean the lens.
How to fix unnatural colors on Nikon Coolpix S4100?
If the colors are unnatural in your Nikon Digital Camera photos, the white balance may not match the light source. Adjust the white balance settings.
How to fix overexposed pictures on Nikon Coolpix S4100?
If your Nikon Digital Camera pictures are too bright, adjust the exposure compensation.
How to enable digital zoom on Nikon Digital Camera?
If digital zoom cannot be used on your Nikon Digital Camera, digital zoom may be set to Off in the setup menu; turn it on. Digital zoom is not available if subject tracking is selected for the touch shooting setting; disable subject tracking. Also, change the scene mode if currently set to Portrait, Night portrait, or Pet portrait, or change to a scene mode that allows digital zoom. Finally, disable Continuous set to Multi-shot 16.
Focus and Shooting| focus range from lens | 1 ft 8 in (50 cm) to infinity |
|---|---|
| macro close-up mode | 4.0 in (10 cm) to infinity |
| macro shooting capability | as close as 4.0 inches |
Power and Battery| battery type | Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL19 |
|---|---|
| battery life | Approx. 190 shots |
| power sources | AC Adapter EH-69P, Optional AC Adapter EH-62G, Battery Charger MH-66 |
Storage and Memory| internal memory | approx. 20 MB |
|---|---|
| storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card |
| memory card compatibility | Not compatible with Multi Media Cards (MMC) |
Image and Video| iso sensitivity | ISO 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, Auto (ISO 80-1600), Fixed range auto (ISO 80-400, 80-800) |
|---|---|
| sensor | 14 megapixel CCD sensor |
| zoom | 5x wide-angle optical Zoom-NIKKOR lens (26-130mm focal length) |
Weight and Dimensions| dimensions | 3.8 x 2.3 x 0.8 in (95.0 x 56.8 x 19.9 mm) |
|---|---|
| weight | 4.7 oz (131 g) |
Lists all the items included with the camera and identifies the parts of the camera.
Guides the user through initial setup, including inserting the battery and memory card.
Explains how to hold the camera, frame pictures, and basic playback operations.
Instructions for installing the supplied software for managing images.
Details on how to copy images from the camera to a computer using ViewNX 2.
Explains how to use camera tabs for settings and lists available functions.
Guides on powering on the camera and selecting Auto mode, checking indicators.
Instructions on how to hold the camera and frame a picture using zoom.
Explains how to press the shutter button halfway to focus and then fully to shoot.
Details on how to play back pictures and delete unwanted ones.
Describes how to select different shooting modes like Auto, Scene, and Smart Portrait.
Explains how to adjust settings within Auto mode, like Image Mode and ISO sensitivity.
Details various scene modes and their specific shooting features and effects.
Covers basic operations like selecting pictures, zooming, and switching modes.
Explains how to view multiple pictures in thumbnail format and manage them.
Details how to use playback zoom to magnify pictures and navigate within them.
Guides on choosing between Playback, Favorite pictures, Auto sort, and List by date modes.
Instructions on adding pictures to albums and viewing them in favorite pictures mode.
Explains how pictures are auto-sorted and how to view them by category.
Details on how to view pictures organized by the date they were taken.
Covers options for rating, deleting, slide shows, protecting, and print orders.
Provides functions for editing pictures in-camera, such as paint and retouch.
Guides on turning on the camera, starting, and ending movie recording.
Details how to adjust Movie Options, AF mode, and Wind noise reduction.
Instructions for playing back recorded movies and controlling playback.
Step-by-step guide to connect the camera to a television for playback.
Instructions for installing software and transferring images to a computer.
Guides on connecting the camera to a printer for direct printing.
Lists all available options within the camera's setup menu.
Explains how to navigate and change settings within the setup menu.
Customizing the welcome screen that appears when the camera is turned on.
Setting the camera's clock, time zones, and daylight saving time.
Adjusting display options for shooting, playback, and monitor brightness.
Enables imprinting shooting date and time onto pictures.
Controls electronic vibration reduction for reducing camera shake.
Reduces effects of subject movement and camera shake in still pictures.
Enables or disables the AF-assist illumination for low-light focusing.
Enables or disables the digital zoom feature.
Adjusts button sounds and shutter sound settings.
Sets the time before the monitor turns off to save power.
Formats the internal memory or memory card, deleting all data.
Allows selection of the display language for menus and messages.
Adjusts video mode settings for TV connection (NTSC/PAL).
Determines if the battery charges when connected to a computer.
Specifies detection of blinking human subjects in certain shooting modes.
Restores all camera settings to their default values.
Copies pictures between the camera's internal memory and a memory card.
Displays the current camera firmware version.
Precautions for using and storing the device to ensure longevity.
Instructions on how to clean the lens, monitor, and body of the camera.
Guidelines for storing the camera, including temperature and environmental factors.
Lists optional accessories available for the camera.
Details on compatible SD, SDHC, and SDXC memory cards.
Explains file naming conventions and folder structure.
Lists common error messages and their corresponding solutions.
Provides solutions for common problems related to display, settings, power, and shooting.
Lists the technical specifications of the Nikon COOLPIX S4100 camera.
Details supported standards like DCF, DPOF, Exif, and PictBridge.
Alphabetical listing of topics and page numbers for quick reference.
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