Nikon Coolpix 7600 User Manual - Page 38
Assist Modes, Scene Modes
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Assist and Scene Modes More on Photography Your Nikon digital camera offers a choice of four "assist" and twelve "scene" modes. In these modes, camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected subject type, sparing you the necessity of adjusting settings one-by-one. Assist Modes Assist modes are chosen by rotating the mode dial to the desired mode. Framing assist options are available to help you compose your shots. Mode Description Q i Portrait assist Use for portraits in which the main subject stands out clearly while background details are softened. 30 Use to enhance outlines, colors, and contrast in skyN Landscape assist scapes, forests, and other landscape shots, or to take 32 portraits that feature a landmark in the background. j Sports assist Use for sports shots that freeze motion in rapidly-moving subjects. 33 m Night portrait assist Use for portraits taken against a dimly-lit backdrop. 34 Scene Modes Scene modes are selected by rotating the mode dial to e and selecting the desired scene from a menu. Mode Description Q B PARTY/INDOOR Use to capture background details or the effects of candlelight and other indoor lighting. 36 C BEACH/SNOW Use for bright subjects such as snowfields, beaches, and sunlit expanses of water. 36 D SUNSET Use to preserve the deep hues seen in sunsets and sunrises. 36 E DUSK/DAWN Use to preserve the colors seen in the weak natural light before sunrise and after sunset. 37 F NIGHT LANDSCAPE Use when taking landscape shots at night. 37 A CLOSE UP Use to capture vivid colors in close-up shots of flowers, insects, and other small objects. 37 G MUSEUM Use where flash photography is prohibited. 38 H FIREWORKS SHOW Use to capture the expanding burst of light from a firework. 38 I COPY Use to copy text and line drawings. 38 J BACK LIGHT Use when light is coming from behind your subject, throwing their features into shadow. 39 K PANORAMA ASSIST Use when taking a series of pictures that will later be joined to form a single scene. 40 @ VOICE RECORDING Use when recording sound only. 42 Assist and Scene Modes Depending on your subject, assist and scene modes may not always produce the desired results. If results are not to your satisfaction, choose P (auto) and try again. 28