Nikon COOLPIX S9 - Manual (Page 44)

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Assist and Scene Modes
The camera offers a choice of four “assist” modes
and eleven “scene” modes.
In these modes, camera settings are automatically
optimized for the selected subject type.
Assist Modes
The following modes offer framing assist options to
help you compose your shots.
Scene Modes
The following modes allow you to take pictures optimized for a particular
subject type by simply choosing a scene mode and pressing the shutter-
release button.
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Image Mode
[Image mode] (c 77) can be set in the assist menu of the scene
assist modes or in the scene menu. Changes made to the image
mode setting apply to all shooting modes.
B Portrait (default)
Use for portraits. The main subject stands out clearly while the background
details are softened, lending a sense of depth to the composition.
E Landscape
Use for vivid landscape shots that enhance outlines, colors, and contrast in
subjects such as skyscapes and forests.
P Sports
Fast shutter speeds freeze fast-moving subjects for dynamic sports scenes.
D Night portrait
Use for a natural balance between the main subject and background lighting
in portraits taken at night.
C Party/indoor G Night landscape O Copy
H Beach/snow M Close up L Back light
I Sunset N Museum F Panorama assist
J Dusk/dawn K Fireworks show
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Exit
Portrait figure
Image mode