Nikon 1 6MVA3111 01 User Manual

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DIGITAL CAMERA

User's Manual

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For Your Safety...............................................................................4

Notices.............................................................................................7

Introduction .................................................................... 12

Package Contents........................................................................12

Parts of the Camera.....................................................................13

First Steps......................................................................................16

Auto Photo Mode ............................................................ 20

Taking Photos in Auto Photo Mode.........................................20

Viewing Photographs .................................................................24

Deleting Pictures .........................................................................25

Creative Mode................................................................. 26

Choosing a Creative Mode.........................................................26

Choosing a Scene ........................................................................27

Smart Photo Selector Mode ............................................ 32

Taking Photos in Smart Photo Selector Mode .......................32

Viewing Photographs .................................................................34

Movie Mode .................................................................... 36

HD Movies.....................................................................................36

Slow Motion..................................................................................40

Viewing Movies............................................................................42

Motion Snapshot Mode................................................... 44

Shooting in Motion Snapshot Mode........................................44

Viewing Motion Snapshots........................................................47

Available Settings ........................................................... 48

More on Photography..................................................... 52

Self-Timer and Remote Control Modes ...................................52

The Built-in Flash .........................................................................55

Using the Menus ............................................................. 58

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Connecting to a Computer .............................................. 63

Installing the Supplied Software.............................................. 63

Viewing and Editing Pictures on a Computer........................ 65

Technical Notes............................................................... 68

Optional Accessories .................................................................. 68

Storage and Cleaning................................................................. 71

Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions........................72

Troubleshooting.......................................................................... 76

Error Messages............................................................................. 79

Specifications............................................................................... 81

Index .............................................................................................. 90

Take pictures or movies in any of five modes.

Choose q z Motion Snapshot mode (0 44) to record both photographs and brief movie vignettes,

w y Smart Photo Selector mode (0 32) to capture fleeting changes of expression and other hard-to-time shots,

e C auto photo mode (0 20) to sim- plify photography by leaving the camera in charge of settings,

r w creative mode (0 26) to use special effects, match settings to the scene, or shoot in exposure modes P, S, A, or M, or

t 1 movie mode (0 36) to record high-definition or slow-motion movies.

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Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon digital camera. For a complete guide to using your digital camera, see the Reference Manual (on CD). To get the most from your camera, please be sure to read this User’s Manual thoroughly and keep it where it will be read by all who use the product.

Camera Settings

The explanations in this manual assume that default settings are used.

Symbols and Conventions

To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and conventions are used:

This icon marks cautions; information that should be read before

use to prevent damage to the camera.

This icon marks notes; information that should be read before

using the camera.

This icon marks references to other pages in this manual.

The lens generally used in this manual for illustrative purposes is a 1 NIKKOR VR 10–30mm f/3.5–5.6.

Digitutor

“Digitutor”, a series of “watch and learn” manuals in movie form, is available from the following website:

http://www.nikondigitutor.com/index_eng.html

A Fo r Your Safety

Before using the camera for the first time, read the safety instructions in “For Your Safety” (0 4–6) and “Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions” (0 72).

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Product Documentation

The following documentation is supplied with the camera.

DIGITAL CAMERA

User’s Manual

(this manual)—Describes how

to take and view pictures.

Reference Manual (on CD)—A complete guide to using your digital camera, included as a pdf file on the supplied Reference Manual CD-ROM.

The Reference Manual can be viewed using Adobe Reader or Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later, available for free download from the Adobe website.

1 Start the computer and insert the reference manual CD. 2 Double-click the CD (Nikon 1 J2) icon in Computer or My

Computer (Windows) or on the desktop (Mac OS).

3 Double-click the INDEX.pdf icon to display a language selec-

tion screen and click a language to display the Reference Man- ual.

User's Manual

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For Your Safety

To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equipment. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the product will read them.

The consequences that could result from failure to observe the precautions listed in this section are indicated by the following symbol:

This icon marks warnings. To prevent possible injury, read all warn-

ings before using this Nikon product.

❚❚WARNINGS

Keep the sun out of the frame. Keep the

sun well out of the frame when shooting backlit subjects. Sunlight focused into the camera when the sun is in or close to the frame could cause a fire.

Turn off immediately in the event of mal-

function. Should you notice smoke or an unusual smell coming from the equipment or AC adapter (available separately), unplug the AC adapter and remove the battery immediately, taking care to avoid bur ns. Continued operation could result in injury. After removing the battery, take the equipment to a Nikon-authorized service center for inspection.

Do not use in the presence of flammable

gas. Do not use electronic equipment in the presence of flammable gas, as this could result in explosion or fire.

Do not disassemble. Touching the prod-

uct’s internal parts could result in injury. In the event of malfunction, the product should be repaired only by a qualified technician. Should the product break open as the result of a fall or other accident, remove the battery and/or AC adapter and then take the product to a Nikon-authorized service center for inspection.

Keep out of reach of children. Failure to

observe this precaution could result in injury. In addition, note that small parts constitute a choking hazard. Should a child swallow any part of this equipment, consult a physician immediately.

Do not place the strap around the neck of

an infant or child. Placing the camera strap around the neck of an infant or child could result in strangulation.

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Do not remain in contact with the camera,

battery, or charger for extended periods while the devices are on or in use. Parts of

the device become hot. Leaving the device in direct contact with the skin for extended periods may result in low-temperature burns.

Do not aim the flash at the operator of a

motor vehicle. Failure to observe this precaution could result in accidents.

Observe caution when using a flash.

• Using the camera with the flash in

close contact with the skin or other objects could cause burns.

• Using a flash close to the subject’s

eyes could cause temporary visual impairment. Particular care should be observed when photographing infants, when the flash should be no less than one meter (39 in.) from the subject.

Avoid contact with liquid crystal. Should

the displays break, care should be taken to avoid injury due to broken glass and to prevent the liquid crystal from the displays touching the skin or entering the eyes or mouth.

Observe proper precautions when handling

batteries. Batteries may leak or explode if improperly handled. Observe the following precautions when handling batteries for use in this product:

• Use only batteries approved for use

in this equipment.

• Do not short or disassemble the

battery.

• Be sure the product is off before

replacing the battery. If you are using an AC adapter, be sure it is unplugged.

• Do not attempt to insert the batter y

upside down or backwards.

• Do not expose the battery to flame

or to excessive heat.

• Do not immerse in or expose to

water.

• Replace the terminal cover when

transporting the battery. Do not transport or store the battery with metal objects such as necklaces or hairpins.

• Batteries are prone to leakage when

fully discharged. To avoid damage to the product, be sure to remove the battery when no charge remains.

• When the battery is not in use,

attach the terminal cover and store in a cool, dry place.

• The battery may be hot immedi-

ately after use or when the product has been used on battery power for an extended period. Before removing the battery turn the camera off and allow the battery to cool.

• Discontinue use immediately

should you notice any changes in the battery, such as discoloration or deformation.

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Observe proper precautions when handling

the charger:

• Keep dry. Failure to observe this

precaution could result in fire or electric shock.

• Do not short the charger terminals.

Failure to observe this precaution could result in overheating and damage to the charger.

• Dust on or near the metal parts of

the plug should be removed with a dry cloth. Continued use could result in fire.

• Do not go near the charger during

thunderstorms. Failure to observe this precaution could result in electric shock.

• Do not handle the plug or charger

with wet hands. Failure to observe this precaution could result in electric shock.

• Do not use with travel converters or

adapters designed to convert from one voltage to another or with DCto-AC inverters. Failure to observe this precaution could damage the product or cause overheating or fire.

Use appropriate cables. When connect-

ing cables to the input and output jacks, use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for the purpose to maintain compliance with product regulations.

CD-ROMs: CD-ROMs containing soft-

ware or manuals should not be played back on audio CD equipment. Playing CD-ROMs on an audio CD player could cause hearing loss or damage the equipment.

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Notices

• No part of the manuals included

with this product may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by any means, without Nikon’s prior written permission.

• Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in these manuals at any time and without prior notice.

Notice for Customers in Canada

CAUTION

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Notice for Customers in Europe

CAUTION: RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.

This symbol indicates that this product is to be collected separately.

The following apply only to users in European countries:

• This product is designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point. Do not dispose of as household waste.

• For more information, contact the retailer or the local authorities in charge of waste management.

• Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product.

• While every effort has been made to ensure that the information in these manuals is accurate and complete, we would appreciate it were you to bring any errors or omissions to the attention of the Nikon representative in your area (address provided separately).

ATTENTION

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

This symbol on the battery indicates that the battery is to be collected separately.

The following apply only to users in European countries:

• All batteries, whether marked with this symbol or not, are designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point. Do not dispose of as household waste.

• For more information, contact the retailer or the local authorities in charge of waste management.

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Notice for Customers in the U.S. A.

The Battery Charger

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS—SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS DANGER—TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS

For connection to a supply not in the U.S.A., use an attachment plug adapter of the proper configuration for the power outlet if needed. This power unit is intended to be correctly oriented in a vertical or floor mount position.

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequenc y Interference Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

•

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.

CAUTIONS

Modifications

The FCC requires the user be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Nikon Corporation may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Interface Cables

Use the interface cables sold or provided by Nikon for your equipment. Using other interface cables may exceed the limits of Class B Part 15 of the FCC rules.

Notice for Customers in the State of California

WARNING

: Handling the cord on this product may expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling

Nikon Inc., 1300 Walt Whitman Road, Melville, New York 11747-3064, U.S.A. Tel.: 631-547-4200

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Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction

Note that simply being in possession of material that has been digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera, or other device may be punishable by law.

• Items prohibited by law from being copied

or reproduced

Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, securities, government bonds, or local government bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are stamped “Sample.”

The copying or reproduction of paper money, coins, or securities which are circulated in a foreign country is prohibited.

Unless the prior permission of the government has been obtained, the copying or reproduction of unused postage stamps or post cards issued by the government is prohibited.

The copying or reproduction of stamps issued by the government and of certified documents stipulated by law is prohibited.

Disposing of Data Storage Devices

Please note that deleting images or formatting memory cards or other data storage devices does not completely erase the original image data. Deleted files can sometimes be recovered from discarded storage devices using commercially available software, potentially resulting in the malicious use of personal image data. Ensuring the privacy of such data is the user’s responsibility.

Before discarding a data storage device or transferring ownership to another person, erase all data using commercial deletion software, or format the device and then completely refill it with images containing no private information (for example, pictures of empty sky). Care should be taken to avoid injury when physically destroying data storage devices.

• Cautions on certain copies and reproduc-

tions

The government has issued cautions on copies or reproductions of securities issued by private companies (shares, bills, checks, gift certificates, etc.), commuter passes, or coupon tickets, except when a minimum of necessary copies are to be provided for business us e by a company. Also, do not copy or reproduce passports issued by the government, licenses issued by public agencies and private groups, ID cards, and tickets, such as passes and meal coupons.

• Comply with copyright notices

The copying or reproduction of copyrighted creative works such as books, music, paintings, woodcuts, prints, maps, drawings, movies, and photographs is governed by national and international copyright laws. Do not use this product for the purpose of making illegal copies or to infringe copyright laws.

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AVC Patent Portfolio License

THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL

AND NON-COMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER TO (i) ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE

AVC STANDARD (“AVC VIDEO”) AND/OR (ii) DECODE AVC VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED

A CON SUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND NON-CO MMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS

BY OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED TO PROVIDE AVC VIDEO. NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHE R USE. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C. SEE http://www.mpegla.com

Temperature Warnings

The camera may become warm to the touch during use; this is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. At high ambient temperatures, after extended periods of continuous use, or after several photographs have been taken in quick succession, a temperature warning may be displayed, following which the camera will turn off automatically to minimize damage to its internal circuits. Wait for the camera to cool before resuming use.

Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories

Nikon cameras are designed to the highest standards and include complex electronic circuitry. Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including chargers, batteries, AC adapters, and flash accessories) certified by Nikon specifically for use with this Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven to operate within the operational and safety requirements of this electronic circuitry.

The use of non-Nikon electronic accessories could damage the camera and may void your Nikon warranty. The use of third-party rechargeable Li-ion batteries not bearing the Nikon holographic seal shown at right could interfere with normal operation of the camera or result in the batteries overheating, igniting, rupturing, or leaking.

For more information about Nikon brand accessories, contact a local authorized Nikon dealer.

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Use Only Nikon Brand Accessories

Only Nikon brand accessories certified by Nikon specifically for use with your Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven to operate within its operational and safety requirements. T

ACCESSORIES RANTY.

The camera is a precision device and requires regular servicing. Nikon recommends that the camera be inspected by the original retailer or a Nikon-authorized service representative once every one to two years, and that it be serviced once every three to five years (note that fees apply to these services). Frequent inspection and servicing are particularly recommended if the camera is used professionally. Any accessories regularly used with the camera, such as lenses, should be included when the camera is inspected or serviced.

Before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at weddings or before taking the camera on a trip), take a test shot to ensure that the camera is functioning normally. Nikon will not be held liable for damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction.

As part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product support and education, continually-updated information is available on-line at the following sites:

• For users in the U.S. A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/

• For users in Europe and Afric a: http://www.europe-nikon.com/support/

• For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http://www.nikon-asia.com/

Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest product information, tips, answers to frequently-asked questions (FAQs), and general advice on digital imaging and photography. Additional information may be available from the Nikon representative in your area. For contact information, visit http://imaging.nikon.com/

COULD DAMAGE YOUR CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR NIKON WAR-

Servicing the Camera and Accessories

Before Taking Important Pictures

Life-Long Learning

HE USE OF NON-NIKON

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Introduction

Package Contents

Confirm that the package contains the following items.

BF-N1000 body cap

Nikon 1 J2 digital camera

EN-EL20 rechargeable Li-ion battery

(with terminal cover)

UC-E15 USB cable

AN-N1000 strap ViewNX 2/Short Movie Creator CD

Memory cards are sold separately.

Warra nty User’s Manual

(this manual)

MH-27 battery charger (AC wall

adapter or power cable supplied in countries or regions where required; shape depends on countr y of sale )

Lens (supplied only if lens kit is purchased with camera; comes with f ront and rear lens caps)

Reference manual CD (contains the

Reference Manual)

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Parts of the Camera

Take a few moments to familiarize yourself with camera controls and displays. You may find it helpful to bookmark this section and refer to it as you read through the rest of the manual.

The Camera Body

31 2 5 64

1 Movie-record button .................. 37, 41

2 Shutter-release button... 21, 33, 38, 45

3 Power switch........................................18

4 Power lamp ..........................................18

5 Mounting mark ................................... 18

6 Speaker

7 Built-in flash ......................................... 55

8 Focal plane mark (E) 9 AF-assist illuminator

Self-timer lamp ...................................53

Red-eye reduction lamp ................... 55

10 Eyelet for camera strap ..................... 16

11 Lens release button

12 Infrared receiver........................... 53, 77

13 Dust shield ........................................... 71

14 Lens mount ..........................................18

15 Microphone

16 Body cap ............................................... 12

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16 15 14

The Camera Body (Continued)

1234

7 8 9

Press the multi selector up, down, left, or right (1,3, 4, or

2), or rotate it as shown at right.

1 Flash pop-up control ......................... 55

2 Memory card access lamp ................22

3 & (feature) button ................26, 39, 46

4 W (playback zoom/thumbnail)

control..................................... 24, 42, 46

5 Mode dial................................................ 1

6 Connector cover

7 K (playback) button ............24, 34, 47

8 O (delete) button ............25, 35, 43, 47

9 Power connector cover

for optional power connector

10 Battery-chamber/memory card slot

cover latch........................................... 17

11 Batter y-chamber/

memory card slot cover ...................17

J button

12 Tripod socket 13 G

(menu) button

14 Multi selector ....................................... 59

J (OK) button .................................... 59

A (AE-L/AF-L) E (exposure compensation)

M (flash mode)..................................... 56

E (self-timer)....................................... 52

15 $ (display) button ................ 19, 46

16 Monitor ................................................. 15

17 USB connector ..................................... 65

18 HDMI mini-pin connector

......................... 58

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The Monitor

33 32

Battery fully charged or

NO ICON

partially discharged.

H Low battery.

30 29 28 27 26

1 Shooting mode ..................................... 1

2 Exposure mode ............................ 29, 60

Scene .............................................. 23, 27

3 Flexible program indicator

4 Flash mode ........................................... 55

5 Flash-ready indicator ......................... 55

6 Self-timer/

remote control mode .......................52

Continuous mode*............................. 60

7 Active D-Lighting*............................. 61

8 Picture Control*..................................61

9 White balance*...................................61

10 Movie settings (HD movies)*...........61

Frame rate

(slow motion movies)*....................60

11 Image size*..........................................60

12 Image quality*....................................60

13 Focus mode*........................................61

14 AF-area mode*....................................61

15 Face-priority AF*.................................23

16 Flash compensation ........................... 61

17 Exposure compensation 18 “K” (appears when memory remains

for over 1000 exposures)

* Available only in detailed display.

421 3 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

25 202123 2224 18

19 Number of exposures remaining

Number of shots remaining

before memory buffer fills White balance recording indicator Card warning indicator

20 Time available............................... 37, 41

21 ISO sensitivity*....................................61

22 ISO sensitivity indicator*.................. 61

Auto ISO sensitivity indicator

23 Aperture 24 Shutter speed

25 Metering*............................................. 61

26 Battery indicator

27 Sound settings*.................................. 62

28 Eye-Fi indicator

29 Autoexposure (AE)/autofocus (AF)

lock indicator

30 Focus area ............................................. 21

31 Microphone sensitivity*.................. 61

32 Time elapsed................................. 37, 41

33 Recording indicator..................... 37, 41

HDR indicator ......................................30

12 13 14

16 17

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First Steps

Attach the camera strap.

Attach the strap securely to the two camera eyelets.

Charge the battery.

Insert the battery q and plug the charger in w. An exhausted battery fully charges in about two hours. Unplug the charger and remove the battery when charging is complete.

Battery charging

Charging complete

The Plug Adapter

Depending on the country or region of purchase, a plug adapter may be supplied with the charger. adapter varies with the country or region of purchase. If a plug adapter is supplied, raise the wall plug and connect the plug adapter as shown at right, making sure the plug is fully inserted. adapter could damage the product.

The shape of the

Attempting to forcibly remove the plug

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Insert the battery and a memory card.

Check to be sure the battery and card are in the correct orientation. Using the battery to keep the orange battery latch pressed to one side, slide the battery in until it latches, and then slide in the memory card until it clicks into place.

Rear

Forma tting Me mory Ca rds

If this is the first time the memory card will be used in the camera or if the card has been formatted in another device, select Format memory card in the setup menu and follow the on-screen instructions to format the card (0 62). Note that

this permanently deletes any data the card may contain. Be sure to copy any photo-

graphs and other data you wish to keep to a computer before proceeding.

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Attach a lens.

Be careful to prevent dust from entering the camera when the lens or body cap is removed.

Mounting mark (lens)

Mounting mark (camera)

Mounting mark (lens)

Turn the camera on.

Press the power switch to turn the camera on. The power lamp will briefly light green and the monitor will turn on. Be sure to remove the lens cap before shooting.

Turn ing th e Cam era Of f

To turn the camera off, press the power switch again. The monitor will turn off.

Check the battery level and number of exposures remaining in the monitor (0 15).

Keeping marks aligned, position lens on camera, then rotate until it clicks into place.

Battery level

Exposures remaining

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❚❚ Choosing a Language and Setting the Camera Clock

A language-selection dialog will be displayed the first time the camera is turned on. Use the multi selector to choose a language, time zone, and date format, turn daylight saving time on or off, and set the camera’s 24-hour clock, pressing J after each step to proceed to the next dialog.

The $ (Display) Button

Press $ to cycle through shooting or playback indicators.

$ button

The Framing Grid

A framing grid can be displayed by selecting On for Grid display in the setup menu (0 62).

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Auto Photo Mode

Auto photo mode is the mode generally used for taking photos.

Taking Photos in Auto Photo Mode

Select auto photo mode.

Rotate the mode dial to C.

Ready the camera.

Hold the camera securely with both hands, being careful not to obstruct the lens, AF-assist illuminator, or microphone. Rotate the camera as shown at lower right when taking pictures in “tall” (portrait) orientation.

Shutter speeds slow when lighting is poor; use of the built-in flash (0 55) or a tripod is recommended.

Available Settings

For information on the options available in auto photo mode, see page

48.

Movie Recording

In auto photo mode, movies can not be recorded and pressing the movie-record button has no effect.

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Frame the photograph.

Position your subject in the center of the frame.

Focus.

Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus. If the subject is poorly lit, the AF-assist illuminator (0 13) may light to assist the focus operation.

If the camera is able to focus, the selected focus area will be highlighted in green and a beep will sound (a beep may not sound if the subject is moving).

If the camera is unable to focus, the focus area will be displayed in red.

Using a Zo om Lens

Use the zoom ring to zoom in on the subject so that it fills a larger area of the frame, or zoom out to increase the area visible in the final photograph (select longer focal lengths on the lens focal length scale to zoom in, shorter focal lengths to zoom out).

Zoom in

Zoom ring

Focus area

Zoom out

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Shoot.

Smoothly press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to release the shutter and record the photograph. The memory card access lamp will light and the photograph will be displayed in the monitor for a few seconds (the photo will automatically clear from the display and the camera will be ready to shoot when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway). Do not eject the memory card

Memory card

access lamp

or remove or disconnect the power source until the lamp has gone out and recording is complete.

Lenses with Retractable Lens Barrel Buttons

Lenses with retractable lens barrel buttons can not be used when retracted. To unlock and extend the lens, keep the retractable lens barrel button pressed (q) while rotating the zoom ring (w). The camera will turn on automatically when the retractable lens barrel lock is released. The lens can be retracted and the zoom ring locked by pressing the retractable lens barrel button and rotating the ring in the opposite direction. If the view through the lens is displayed or the monitor is off, the camera will turn off automatically when the lens barrel is locked (in the case of 1 NIKKOR VR 10–30mm f/3.5–5.6 and 1 NIKKOR VR 30–110mm f/3.8–5.6 lenses, firmware version 1.10 or later is required if locking the lens barrel is to turn the camera off when the monitor is off; for information on updating lens firmware, visit the Nikon website for your area). Be careful not to press the retractable lens barrel button while attaching or removing the lens. Retract the lens before removal.

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Face -Priori ty AF

The camera detects and focuses on portrait subjects (face-priority AF). A double yellow border will be displayed if a portrait subject is detected facing the camera (if multiple faces, up to a maximum of five, are detected, the camera will select the closest subject). Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus on the subject in the double yellow border. The border will clear from the display if the camera can no longer detect the subject (because, for example, the subject has looked away).

Automatic Scene Selection

In auto photo mode, the camera automatically analyzes the subject and selects the appropriate scene. The selected scene is shown by an icon in the display.

c Port rait: Human portrait subjects. d Landscape: Landscapes and cityscapes. f Night portrait: Portrait subjects framed against dark backgrounds. e Close up: Subjects close to the camera. Z Auto: Subjects that do not fall into the categories listed above.

Auto Power Off

If no operations are performed for about 30 seconds, the displays will turn off and the power lamp start to flash (0 18). The camera can be reactivated by operating the buttons, mode dial, or other camera controls. If no operations are performed for about three minutes after the displays have turned off, the camera will turn off automatically.

See Also

See page 62 for information on silencing the beep that sounds when the camera focuses or the shutter is released.

Scene icon

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Viewing Photographs

Press K to display your most recent photograph full frame in the monitor (fullframe playback).

Press 4 or 2 or rotate the multi selector to view additional pictures.

To zoom in on the center of the current image, press the W control up. Press W down to zoom out. To view multiple images, press W down when the picture is displayed full frame.

K button

W control

To end playback and return to shooting mode, press the shutterrelease button halfway.

See Also

See page 60 for slide show options.

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Deleting Pictures

To delete the current picture, press O. Note that once deleted, pic- tures can not be recovered.

Display the photograph.

Display the photograph you wish to delete as described on the preceding page.

Press O.

A confirmation dialog will be displayed.

O button

Delete the photograph.

Press O again to delete the picture and return to playback, or press K to exit without deleting the picture.

Deleting Multiple Pictures

The Delete option in the playback menu (0 60) can be used to delete selected pictures, all pictures, pictures taken on selected dates, or pictures previously selected as candidates for deletion.

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Creative Mode

Choose creative mode when to take photos using special effects, match settings to the scene, or shoot in exposure modes P, S, A, or M.

Choosing a Creative Mode

Select creative mode.

Rotate the mode dial to w.

Choose a scene.

Press the & button and highlight a scene using the multi selector (0 27).

& button

Press J to select the highlighted scene. Your selection is indicated by an icon in the display.

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Choosing a Scene

Creative mode offers a choice of the following scenes:

Option Description

P, S , A , M

Night landscape (j)

Night portrait (o)

Backlighting (m) Photograph backlit subjects (0 30).

Easy panorama (p)

Control the full range of camera settings and choose how the camera sets shutter speed and aperture (0 29). Each time the shutter-release button is fully pressed, the camera takes a series of shots and combines them to capture low lighting in night scenes; during processing, a message is displayed and no pictures can be taken. The flash does not fire and the edges of photos are cropped out. Note that the desired results may not be obtained if the camera or subject moves during shooting; if the camera is unable to combine the images, a warning will be displayed and only one picture will be taken. Each time the shutter-release button is fully pressed, the camera takes a series of shots, some with the flash and some without, and combines them to capture background lighting in portraits taken at night or under low light; during processing, a message is displayed and no pictures can be taken. Raise the built-in flash before shooting; no photograph will be taken if the flash is not raised. Note that the edges of photos are cropped out and that the desired results may not be obtained if the camera or subject moves during shooting; if the camera is unable to combine the images, a warning will be displayed and the camera will take a single picture using the flash.

Shoot panoramas for later viewing on the camera (0 31).

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Option Description

Shoot photographs with a soft filter effect. To choose the amount of softening,

Soft (q)

Miniature effect (r)

Selective color (s)

press J when the view through the lens is displayed, highlight an option using the multi selector, and press J to select. The top and bottom of each photo is blurred so that the subject appears to have been a diorama photographed at short range. Works best when shooting from a high vantage point. Take photos in which only the hue chosen with the multi selector and ton appears in color.

but-

Note that movies can not be recorded in creative mode and that pressing the movie-record button has no effect.

Available Settings

For information on the options available in creative mode, see page 50.

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P, S, A, M

P, S, A, M mode lets you choose the exposure mode, which controls how the camera sets shutter speed and aperture.

❚❚ Exposure Mode

To choose the exposure mode, press the G button, highlight Exposure mode (0 60) in the shooting menu, and press 2 to display the options below, then highlight an option and press J.

The camera sets shutter speed and aperture for

P Programmed auto

S Shutter-priority auto

A Aperture-priority auto

M Manual You control both shutter speed and aperture.

optimal exposure. Recommended for snapshots and in other situations in which there is little time to adjust camera settings.

You choose the shutter speed; the camera selects an aperture for best results. Use to freeze or blur motion.

You choose the aperture; the camera selects a shutter speed for best results. Use to blur the background or bring both foreground and background into focus.

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Backlighting

The method used to capture details in shaded areas of back-lit subjects depends on the option selected for HDR in the shooting menu (0 61).

Details in highlights and shadows are preserved using HDR (high dynamic range); Z appears in the display. Each time the shutter- release button is fully pressed, the camera takes two shots in quick succession and combines them to preserve details in highlights

and shadows in high-contrast scenes; the built-in flash does not fire. While the shots are combined, a message will be displayed and the shutter release will be disabled. The final photograph will be

displayed when processing is complete.

First exposure

(darker)

The flash fires to “fill in” (illuminate) shadows in back-lit subjects. Only one shot is taken when the shutter-release button is fully

Off

pressed, and the flash fires with each shot. No pictures will be taken if the built-in flash is not raised; raise the flash before shooting.

Framing HDR Photographs

The edges of the image will be cropped out. The desired results may not be achieved if the camera or subject moves during shooting. Depending on the scene, shading may be uneven and shadows may appear around bright objects or halos around dark objects. If the camera is unable to successfully combine the two images, a single image will be recorded at normal exposure and Active D-Lighting will be applied.

Second exposure

(brighter)

Combined HDR

image

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Easy Panorama

Follow the steps below to shoot panoramas.

Set focus and exposure.

Frame the start of the panorama and press the shutter-release button halfway. Guides will appear in the display.

Start shooting.

Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down and then lift your finger from the button. a, c, d, and b icons will appear in the display to indicate the possible pan directions.

Pan the camera.

Slowly pan the camera up, down, left, or right as shown. Shooting will start when the camera detects the pan direction and a progress indicator will appear in the display. Shooting ends automatically when the end of the panorama is reached.

Without changing your position, pan the camera in a steady curve either horizontally or vertically.

Progress indicator

Viewing Panoram as

Panoramas can be viewed by pressing J when a panorama is displayed full frame. The camera will scroll through the picture in the original pan direction.

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Smart Photo Selector Mode

Choose Smart Photo Selector mode for photos that capture a fleeting expression on the face of a portrait subject or other hard-to-time shots such as group photos in party scenes. Each time the shutter is released, the camera automatically selects the best shot and four best shot candidates based on composition and motion.

Taking Photos in Smart Photo Selector Mode

Select Smart Photo Selector mode.

Rotate the mode dial to y.

Available Settings

For information on the options available in Smart Photo Selector mode, see page 48.

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Frame the photograph.

Compose the photograph with your subject in the center of the frame.

Begin buffering photographs.

Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus (0 21). An icon will be displayed as the camera begins recording images to the memory buffer. The camera continuously adjusts focus to account for changes in the distance to the subject in the AF area brackets while the shutterrelease button is pressed halfway.

Shoot.

Smoothly press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down. The camera will compare shots recorded to the buffer both before and after the shutter-release button was pressed, and select five to copy to the memory card. Note that some time may be required. The best picture is displayed in the monitor for a few seconds when recording is complete.

Smart Photo Selector Mode

The camera automatically chooses a scene mode appropriate to the subject. Movies can not be recorded, and pressing the movie-record button has no effect. The flash can not be used.

AF area brackets

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Viewing Photographs

Press K and use the multi selector to display photographs taken with the Smart Photo Selector (0 24; pictures taken with the Smart Photo Selector are indicated by a y icon). Of the five photographs recorded by the Smart Photo Selector, only the best shot will be displayed (when you press the multi selector right to view the next picture, the

camera will skip over the best shot candidates, with the result that the next picture displayed will not have a file number that immediately follows that of the current picture). To end playback and return to shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway.

Choosing the Best Shot

When a photograph taken with the Smart Photo Selector is displayed, you can choose the best shot by pressing J. Press 4 or 2 to view the other pictures in the sequence and press J to select the current picture as the best shot. To return to normal playback, press D.

K button

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Deleting Pictures

Pressing O when a picture taken with the Smart Photo Selector is selected displays a confirmation dialog; press O again to delete the best shot and the four best shot candidates, or press K to exit with- out deleting the pictures. Note that once deleted, pictures can not be recovered.

Deleting Individual Photographs

Pressing the O button in the best shot selection dialog displays the following options; highlight an option using the multi selector and press J to select.

• This image: Delete the current photo (note that the picture currently selected as the best shot can not be deleted).

• All except best shot: Delete all photos in the sequence except the one currently selected as the best shot.

A confirmation dialog will be displayed; to delete the selected image or images, highlight Yes and press J.

O button

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Movie Mode

Choose movie mode to shoot high-definition (HD) or slowmotion (0 40) movies using the movie-record button.

HD Movies

Record movies with sound at an aspect ratio of 16 : 9.

Select movie mode.

Rotate the mode dial to 1. An HD movie crop with an aspect ratio of 16 : 9 will appear in the display.

Frame the opening shot.

Frame the opening shot with your subject in the center of the display.

See Also

See page 61 for fade in/fade out and frame size and rate options.

The 0 Icon

A 0 icon indicates that movies can not be recorded.

Available Settings

For information on the options available in movie mode, see page 48.

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Start recording.

Press the movie-record button to begin recording. A recording indicator, the time elapsed, and the time available are displayed while recording is in progress.

Audio Recording

Be careful not to cover the microphone and note that the built-in microphone may record sounds made by the camera or lens. By default, the camera focuses continuously. The Movie sound options item in the shooting menu offers sensitivity and wind noise options for the built-in microphone (0 61).

End recording.

Movie-record button

Recording indicator/ Time elapsed

Time available

Press the movie-record button again to end recording. Recording will end automatically when the maximum length is reached, the memory card is full, another mode is selected, the lens is removed, or the camera becomes hot (0 10).

Maximum Length

HD movies can be up to 4 GB in size and 20 minutes in length; note that depending on memory card write speed, shooting may end before this length is reached (0 70).

Movie-record button

Exposure Lock

Exposure will lock while the A (multi selector up) button is pressed.

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❚❚ Taking Photographs During HD Movie Recording

Press the shutter-release button all the way down to take a photograph without interrupting HD movie recording. Photographs taken during movie recording have an aspect ratio of 16 : 9.

Taking Photographs During Movie Recording

Up to 15 photographs can be taken with each movie shot. Please note

that photographs can not be taken with slow-motion movies.

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❚❚ Choosing the Movie Type

To choose between high definition and slow motion recording, press & and use the multi selector and J button to choose from the following options:

• HD movie: Record movies in HD.

•

Slow motion

(040).

Recording Movies

Flicker, banding, or distortion may be visible in the displays and in the final movie under fluorescent, mercury vapor, or sodium lamps or if the camera is panned horizontally or an object moves at high speed through frame (flicker and banding can be reduced in HD movies by choosing a Flicker reduction option that matches the frequency of the local AC power supply, but note that the slowest shutter speed available is after-images when the camera is panned. Jagged edges, color fringing, moiré, and bright spots may also appear. When recording movies, avoid pointing the camera at the sun or other strong light sources. Failure to observe this precaution could result in damage to the camera’s internal circuitry.

: Record slow-motion movies

100 at 50 Hz,

60 at 60 Hz; 0 62). Bright light sources may leave

& button

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Slow Motion

Record silent movies with an aspect ratio of 8 : 3. Movies are recorded at 400 fps and play back at 30 fps.

Select movie mode.

Rotate the mode dial to 1.

Select slow-motion mode.

Press the & button and use the multi selector and J button to select Slow motion. A slow-motion movie crop with an aspect ratio of 8 : 3 will appear in the display.

Frame the opening shot.

Frame the opening shot with your subject in the center of the display.

& button

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Start recording.

Press the movie-record button to begin recording. A recording indicator, the time elapsed, and the time available are displayed while recording is in progress. The camera focuses on the subject at the center of the display; face detection (0 23) is not available.

End recording.

Maximum Length

Up to 5 seconds or 4 GB of footage can be recorded; note that depending on memory card write speed, shooting may end before this length is reached (0 70).

See Also

See page 60 for frame rate options.

Movie-record button

Recording indicator/ Time elapsed

Time available

Movie-record button

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Viewing Movies

Movies are indicated by a 1 icon in full-frame playback (0 24). Press J to start playback.

1 icon/Length

Movie playback indicator/

Current position/total length

The following operations can be performed:

To Use Description

Pause Pause playback.

Play J

Advance/

rewind

Adjust

volume

Return to

full-frame

playback

Resume playback when the movie is paused or during rewind/advance. Press 4 to rewind, 2 to advance. Speed increases with each press, from 2× to 5× to

10× to 15×. If playback is paused, the movie rewinds or advances one frame at a time; keep the button pressed for continuous rewind or advance. You can also rotate the multi selector to rewind or advance when playback is paused. Press up to increase volume, down to

decrease.

/K Press 1 or K to exit to full-frame playback.

Guide Volume

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Deleting Movies

To delete the current movie, press O. A confirmation dialog will be displayed; press O again to delete the movie and return to playback, or press K to exit without deleting the movie. Note that once deleted, movies can not be recovered.

O button

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Motion Snapshot Mode

Choose Motion Snapshot mode to record brief movie vignettes with your photographs. Each time the shutter is released, the camera records a still image and about a second of movie footage. When the resulting “Motion Snapshot” is viewed on the camera, the movie will play back in slow motion over approximately 2.5 s, followed by the still image; playback is accompanied by a background track about 10 s long.

Shooting in Motion Snapshot Mode

Select Motion Snapshot mode.

Rotate the mode dial to z.

Available Settings

For information on the options available in Motion Snapshot mode, see page 48.

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Frame the picture.

Compose the photograph with your subject in the center of the frame.

Begin buffering.

Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus (0 21). An icon will be displayed as the camera begins recording footage to the memory buffer.

Shoot.

Smoothly press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down. The camera will record a photograph, together with about a second of movie footage beginning before and ending after the time the shutterrelease button was pressed. Note that some time may be required. When recording is complete, the photograph will be displayed for a few seconds.

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❚❚ Choosing a Theme

To choose the background music for the movie, press & and use the multi selector and J button to choose from Beauty, Wave s, Relaxation, and Tenderness.

& button

To play the background music for the

highlighted theme, press the $ button and use the W control to adjust volume.

$ button

Motion Snapshot Mode

Live audio is not recorded. Movies can not be recorded using the movie-record button and the flash can not be used.

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Viewing Motion Snapshots

Press K and use the multi selector to display a Motion Snapshot (0 24; Motion Snapshots are indicated by a z icon). Pressing J when a Motion Snap- shot is displayed plays back the movie portion in slow motion over a period of about 2.5 s, followed by the photo; the background track plays for about 10 s. To end playback and return to shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway.

K button

Deleting Motion Snapshots

To delete the current Motion Snapshot, press O. A confirmation dialog will be displayed; press O again to delete the photo and movie and return to playback, or press K to exit without deleting the file. Note that once deleted, Motion Snapshots can not be recovered.

O button

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Available Settings

The following table lists the settings that can be adjusted in each mode.

❚❚ C Auto Photo, y Smart Photo Selec tor, 1 Movie, and z Motion Snap-

shot Modes

1 z

C y

P S A M h P S A M

—— ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔✔✔✔✔

✔✔ ——— ——————

—— — — ——————

4✔4✔4✔4

5✔5✔5✔5

—— ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔✔✔✔✔

— ✔✔ ✔ ✔ ✔✔✔✔✔✔

5✔5✔5✔5

—— — — — — ——— ——

— ✔✔ ✔ ✔ ✔✔✔✔✔✔

5✔5✔5✔5

————— ————— — ✔✔✔✔

————— —————

— ✔✔✔✔ — ✔✔✔✔

Exposure mode Image quality ✔✔ ——— —————— Image size Continuous ✔ Frame rate — — ✔ Movie settings — — ✔ Metering — — ✔ White balance — — ✔✔ ✔ ✔— ✔✔✔✔ ISO sensitivity — — ✔✔ ✔ ✔— ✔✔✔✔ Picture Control — — ✔✔✔ ✔— ✔✔✔✔ Custom Picture

Shooting menu

Control Color space — ✔ ————————— HDR — — — — — — — — — — — Active D-Lighting — — — — — — — — — — — Long exposure NR — — — — — — — — — — — High ISO noise reduction Fade in/fade out — — ✔ Movie sound options — — ✔ Interval timer shooting Vibration reduction Focus mode — — ✔✔✔ ✔————— AF-area mode — — ✔ Face -pri or ity AF — — ✔ Built-in AF assist — ✔ ——— —✔✔✔✔✔ Flash compensation — — — — — — — — — — —

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1 z

C y

P S A M h P S A M

Focus area selection — — ✔5✔5✔5✔5— ✔✔✔✔ Flexible program ——— — — ——————

Other settings

Autoexposure Lock — — ✔✔ ✔——✔✔✔— Focus lock — — ✔✔✔ ✔— ✔✔ ✔✔ Self-timer ✔ — ✔✔✔ ✔————— Exposure compensation Flash mode ✔ —— — — —————— Movie mode — — ✔✔ ✔ ✔————— Theme — — — — — — ✔✔✔✔✔

1 Scene auto selector is available only in Motion Snapshot mode. 2 RAW images fixed at 3872 × 2592. 3 Electronic (Hi) is not available. 4 Slow motion selected in movie mode. 5 HD movie selected in movie mode. 6 VR lenses only.

—— ✔✔ ✔——✔✔✔—

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❚❚ w Creative Mode

In the table below, creative modes are represented by the following icons: j night landscape, o night portrait, m backlighting, p easy panorama, q soft, r miniature effect, and s selective color.

P, S, A, M

j o m p q r sP S A M

Exposure mode ✔✔1✔1✔1——————— Image quality ✔✔✔✔✔ Image size ✔3✔3✔3✔3✔✔✔✔✔✔✔ Continuous ✔✔✔✔——————— Frame rate — — — — ——————— Movie settings — — — — ——————— Metering ✔ White balance ✔✔✔✔——————— ISO sensitivity ✔

4✔4✔4✔4

Picture Control ✔✔✔✔——————— Custom Picture

Shooting menu

Control

✔✔✔✔———————

Color space ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔✔✔✔✔✔✔ HDR — — — — — — ✔ ———— Active D-Lighting ✔✔✔✔——————— Long exposure NR ✔ High ISO noise reduction

4✔4✔4✔4

✔✔✔✔———————

Fade in/fade out — — — — ——————— Movie sound options — — — — ——————— Interval timer shooting Vibration reduction Focus mode ✔ AF-area mode ✔ Face -pri or ity AF ✔ Built-in AF assist ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔✔✔✔✔✔✔ Flash compensation

4✔4✔4✔4

✔

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔✔✔✔✔✔✔

4✔4✔4✔4

6✔6✔6✔6

7✔4✔4✔4✔4

2✔2✔2✔2✔2✔2✔2

———————

——————— ——————— ———————

— ✔✔8— ✔✔✔

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P, S, A, M

j o m p q r sP S A M

Focus area selection ✔6✔6✔6✔6——————— Flexible program ✔ — — — ———————

Other settings

Autoexposure Lock ✔✔✔— ✔✔✔✔✔✔✔ Focus lock ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔✔✔✔✔✔✔ Self-timer ✔ Exposure compensation Flash mode ✔

4✔4✔4✔4

✔✔✔— ✔✔✔

✔✔✔— ✔✔✔✔✔✔✔

4✔4✔4✔4

— ✔✔8— ✔✔✔ Movie mode — — — — ——————— Theme — — — — ———————

1 P Programmed auto is selected automatically when Electronic (Hi) is

selected for Conti nuous.

2 NEF (RAW) and NEF (RAW) + JPEG fine not available. 3 RAW images fixed at 3872 × 2592. 4 Not available when Electronic (Hi) is selected for Continuous. 5 VR lenses only. 6 Not available if a frame rate of 10 fps is chosen when Electronic (Hi) is

selected for Conti nuous.

7 Available only when built-in flash unit is raised. 8 Not available when HDR is on.

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More on Photography

Self-Timer and Remote Control Modes

The self-timer and optional ML-L3 remote control (0 68) can be used to reduce camera shake or for self-portraits. The following options are available:

Off

c 10 s The shutter is released 2, 5, or 10 seconds after the

b 5s

a 2s

Delayed

remote

Quick-response

remote

Before Using the Remote Control

Before using the remote control for the first time, remove the clear plastic battery-insulator sheet.

Mount the camera on a tripod.

Mount the camera on a tripod or place the camera on a stable, level surface.

Display self-timer options.

Press 4 (E) to display self-timer options.

Self-timer and remote control off. The shutter is released when the camera shutter-release button is pressed.

shutter-release button is pressed all the way down. Choose 2s to reduce camera shake, 5s or 10 s for self-portraits.

The shutter is released 2 s after the shutter-release button on the optional ML-L3 remote control is pressed.

The shutter is released when the shutter-release button on the optional ML-L3 remote control is pressed.

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Select the desired option.

Use the multi selector to highlight the desired option and press J.

Frame the photograph and shoot.

Self-timer mode: Press the shutterrelease button halfway to focus, and then press the button the rest of the way down. The self-timer lamp will start to flash and a beep will begin to sound. Two seconds before the photo is taken, the lamp will stop flashing and the beeping will become more rapid.

Remote control mode: Aim the ML-L3 at the infrared receiver on the camera (0 13) and press the ML-L3 shutterrelease button (stand at a distance of 5 m/16 ft or less). In delayed remote mode, the self-timer lamp will light for about two seconds before the shutter is released. In quickresponse remote mode, the self-timer lamp will flash after the shutter has been released.

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Note that the timer may not start or a photograph may not be taken if the camera is unable to focus or in other situations in which the shutter can not be released. Turning the camera off cancels self-timer and remote control modes. Remote control modes are cancelled automatically if no operations are performed for about five minutes after the mode is selected in Step 3.

Movie Mode

In self-timer mode, start and stop the timer by pressing the movierecord button instead of the shutter-release button. In remote control mode, the ML-L3 shutter-release button functions as the movie-record button.

Using the Built-in Flash

Slide the flash pop-up control to raise the flash before shooting. Shooting will be interrupted if the flash is raised while the self-timer or delayed-remote timer is counting down.

In remote control mode, the flash starts charging while the camera is waiting for the signal from the remote. The camera will only respond to the shutter-release button on the remote control when the flash is charged. If red-eye reduction (0 55) is used in quick-response remote

mode, the shutter will be released about one second after the red-eye reduction lamp lights. In delayed remote mode, there will be about a two second delay after the shutter-release button on the remote control is pressed; the red-eye reduction lamp will then light for about one second before the shutter is released.

Tripod Mounting Spacer

Use an optional TA-N100 tripod adapter to prevent larger lenses coming into contact with the tripod head when the camera is mounted on a tripod (0 69).

See Also

See page 62 for options controlling how long the camera will wait for a signal from the remote and the beep that sounds when the self-timer or remote control is used.

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The Built-in Flash

To use the flash, raise it by sliding the flash pop-up control. Charging begins when the flash is raised; once charging is complete, a flash-ready indicator (I) will be displayed when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. The following flash modes are available; choose a flash mode as described on the following page.

Flash pop -up control

N Fill flash

NY Red- eye reduction

Red-eye reduction +

NYp

slow sync

Np Fill flash + slow sync

Rear curtain +

slow sync

Nq Rear-cur tain sync

The flash fires with every shot. Use when the subject is poorly lit or with back-lit subjects to “fill in” (illuminate) shadows.

The red-eye reduction lamp lights before the flash fires, reducing “red-eye” caused by light reflecting from your subject's retinas.

Combines red-eye reduction with slow shutter speeds to capture background details at night or under low light. Use for portraits taken against a backdrop of night scenery.

Combines fill flash with slow shutter speeds to capture details of poorly-lit backgrounds.

Combines rear-curtain sync (see below) with slow shutter speeds to capture poorly-lit background details.

While in other modes the flash fires as the shutter opens, in rear-curtain sync the flash fires just before the shutter closes, creating streams of light that appear to follow moving light sources.

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Choosing a Flash Mode

Display the flash mode options.

Press the multi selector down to display a list of flash modes. The modes available depend on the shooting or exposure mode (0 60).

Auto photo, Night portrait,

Backlighting *, Soft, Miniature

effect, and Selective color

shooting modes

N Fill flash N Fill flash

NY Red-eye reduction NY Red-eye reduction

Exposure modes S and M

N Fill flash Np Slow sync NY Red-eye reduction Nr Rear cur tain + slow sync Nq Rear- curtain sync

* HDR off.

Select a flash mode.

Use the multi selector to highlight a flash mode (0 55) and press J to select.

Exposure modes P and A

Red-eye reduction +

NYp

slow sync

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Lowering the Built-in Flash

To save power when the flash is not in use, press it gently downward until the latch clicks into place. Do not use force. Failure to observe this precaution could result in product malfunction.

Using the Built-in Flash

The built-in flash can be used in auto photo mode and when P, S, A, M,

Night portrait, Backlighting, Soft, Miniature effect, or Selective color is selected in creative mode. If the flash is fired multiple times in

quick succession, the flash and shutter may be temporarily disabled to protect the flash. Shooting can be resumed after a brief pause.

Objects close to the camera may be overexposed in photographs taken with the flash at high ISO sensitivities.

To avoid vignetting, remove lens hoods and shoot at ranges of at least

0.6 m (2 ft). Some lenses may cause vignetting at greater distances or obstruct the red-eye reduction lamp, interfering with red-eye reduction. The following illustrations show the effect of vignetting caused by shadows cast by the lens when the built-in flash is used.

Shadow Shadow

See Also

See page 61 for information on adjusting the flash level.

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Using the Menus

Most shooting, playback, and setup options can be accessed from the camera menus. To view the menus, press the G button.

Tab s

Choose from the following menus:

K Playback menu (0 60) B Setup menu (0 62) C y 1 w z Shooting menu (0 60)

Menu options

Options in current menu.

Slider shows position in current menu.

G button

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❚❚ Using the Menus

Use the multi selector to navigate the menus.

Multi selector

Press 1 or 3 to select the tab then press 2 to display menu

items.

Highlight menu item and press 2 to display options.

Highlight desired option and press J to select.

Using the Menus

The items listed may vary with camera settings. Items displayed in gray are not currently available (0 48). To exit the menus and return to shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway (0 21).

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❚❚ Playback Menu Options

Delete Delete multiple images. Slide show View movies and photos in a slide show.

Rotate tall

DPOF print order Create digital “print orders”. Protect Protect pictures from accidental deletion. Rating Rate pictures.

D-Lighting

Resize Create small copies of selected pictures. Crop Create cropped copies of selected pictures.

Edit movie

Rotate “tall” (portrait-orientation) pictures for display during playback.

Brighten shadows in dark or back-lit photos, creating a retouched copy that is saved separately from the unmodified original.

Create copies of movies from which unwanted footage has been trimmed.

❚❚ Shooting Menu Options

Reset shooting options

Exposure mode

Image quality Choose a file format and compression ratio. Image size Choose a size for new photos. Continuous Take photos one at a time or in a burst. Frame rate Choose a frame rate for slow-motion movies (0 40).

Reset shooting options to default values.

Choose how the camera sets shutter speed and aperture.

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Movie settings Choose HD movie frame size and frame rate (0 36). Metering Choose how the camera meters exposure. White balance Adjust settings for different types of lighting. ISO sensitivity Control the camera’s sensitivity to light. Picture Control Choose how the camera processes pictures.

Custom Picture Control

Color space Choose a color space for new pictures.

HDR

Active D-Lighting Avoid loss of detail in highlights and shadows. Long exposure NR Reduce noise in long time-exposures.

High ISO noise reduction

Fade i n/fade out Shoot HD movies with fade in/fade out effects.

Movie sound options

Interval timer shooting

Vibration reduction

Focus mode Choose how the camera focuses. AF-area mode Choose how the focus area is selected. Face -priori ty AF Turn face-priority AF on or off. Built-in AF assist Control the built-in AF-assist illuminator.

Flash compensation

Create custom Picture Controls.

Enhance detail in highlights and shadows when photographing high-contrast scenes (0 30).

Reduce noise at high ISO sensitivities.

Choose sound recording options.

Take photos at a pre-selected interval.

Adjust settings for 1 NIKKOR lenses with vibration reduction.

Control flash output.

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❚❚ Setup Menu Options

Reset setup options Reset setup menu options to default values. Forma t memor y card Format the memory card.

Slot empty release lock

Welcome screen Display a welcome message at startup. Monitor brightness Adjust monitor brightness. Grid display Display a framing grid. Sound settings Choose the sounds made during shooting. Auto power off Choose the auto power off delay.

Remote on duration

Assign AE/AF-L button Choose the role played by the 1 (A) button.

Shutter button AE lock

HDMI device control

Flicker reduction Reduce flicker or banding. Reset file numbering Reset file numbering. Time zone and date Set the camera clock.

Language Choose a language for the camera displays. Auto image rotation Record camera orientation with pictures.

Pixel mapping

Firmware version Display the current firmware version.

Allow the shutter to be released when no memory card is inserted in the camera.

Choose how long the camera waits for a signal from a remote control.

Choose whether exposure locks when the shutterrelease button is pressed halfway.

Choose whether remote controls for HDMI-CEC devices to which the camera is connected can be used to operate the camera.

Check and optimize the camera image sensor and image processors.

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Connecting to a Computer

Installing the Supplied Software

Install the supplied software to copy pictures to your computer for viewing and editing pictures and creating short movies. Before installing the software, confirm that your system meets the requirements on page 64.

Insert the installer CD.

Start the computer and insert the ViewNX 2/Short Movie Creator CD. In Windows, the installer “Welcome” dialog will launch automatically; proceed to Step 2. Users of Mac OS must first double-click the CD icon ( ) on the desktop and then double-click the We lcome icon ( ).

Select a language.

Select a language and click Next. If the desired language is not available, click Region Selection to choose a different region and then choose the desired language (region selection is not available in the European release).

Start the installer.

Click Install and follow the on-screen instructions.

Exit the installer.

Click Ye s (Windows) or OK (Mac OS) when installation is complete. The following software is installed:

• ViewNX 2

• Short Movie Creator

• Apple QuickTime (Windows only)

Remove the installer CD from the CD-ROM drive.

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System Requirements

The system requirements for the ViewNX 2 are:

Windows

• Photos/JPEG movies: Intel Celeron, Pentium 4, or Core

CPU

RAM

Hard-disk space

Monitor

CPU

OS Mac OS X version 10.6.8 or 10.7.3

RAM 512 MB or more (2 GB or more recommended)

Hard-disk space

Monitor

Motion Snapshots

ViewNX 2 is required to view Motion Snapshots on a computer.

Supported Operating Systems

See the websites listed on page 11 for the latest information on supported operating systems.

series, 1.6 GHz or better

• H.264 movies (playback): 3.0 GHz or better Pentium D

• H.264 movies (editing): 2.6GHz or better Core2Duo

Pre-installed versions of Windows 7 Home Basic/Home Premium/Professional/Enterprise/Ultimate (64- and 32-bit editions; Service Pack1), Windows Vista Home Basic/Home Premium/Business/Enterprise/Ultimate (64- and 32-bit edi- tions; Service Pack 2), or Windows XP Home Edition/Professional (32-bit editions only; Service Pack 3).

• Windows 7/Windows Vista: 1 GB or more (2GB or more recom-

mended)

• Windows XP: 512 MB or more (2 GB or more re commended) A minimum of 500 MB available on the startup disk (1 GB

or more re commended)

• Resolution: 1024 × 768 pixels (XGA) or more (1280 × 1024

pixels (SXGA) or more recommended)

• Color: 24-bit color (True Color) or more

Mac OS

• Photos/JPEG m ovies: Intel Core or Xeon series

• H.264 movies (playback): Core Duo 2 GHz or better

• H.264 movies (editing): 2.6 GHz or better Core 2 Duo

A minimum of 500 MB available on the startup disk (1 GB or more re commended)

• Resolution: 1024 × 768 pixels (XGA) or more (1280 × 1024

pixels (SXGA) or more recommended)

• Color: 24-bit color (millions of colors) or more

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Viewing and Editing Pictures on a Computer

Transferring Pictures

Choose how pictures will be copied to the computer.

Choose one of the following methods:

• Direct USB connection: Turn the camera off and ensure that the memory card is inserted in the camera. Connect the camera to the computer using the supplied USB cable (do not use force or insert the connectors at an angle) and then turn the camera on.

• SD card slot: If yo ur compu ter i s equipp ed with a n SD c ard sl ot, the card can be inserted directly in the slot.

• SD card reader: Connect a card reader (available separately from third-party suppliers) to the computer and insert the memory card.

Start Nikon Transfer 2.

If a message is displayed prompting you to choose a program, select Nikon Transfer 2.

Windows 7

If the following dialog is displayed, select Nikon Transfer 2 as described below.

1 Under Import pictures and

videos, click Change program. A program selection

dialog will be displayed; select

Import File using Nikon Transfer 2 and click OK.

2 Double-click Import file.

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Click Start Transfer.

At default settings, all the pictures on the memory card will be copied to the computer.

Terminate the connection.

If the camera is connected to the computer, turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable. If you are using a card reader or card slot, choose the appropriate option in the computer operating system to eject the removable disk correspond ing to the memory card and then re move the card fro m the card reader or card slot.

Viewing Pictures

Pictures are displayed in ViewNX 2 when transfer is complete.

Starting ViewNX 2 Manually

•

Windows

: Double-click the ViewNX 2

shortcut on the desktop.

• Mac OS: Click the ViewNX 2 icon in the Dock.

Click Start Transfe

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❚❚ Retouching Photographs

To crop pictures and perform such tasks as adjusting sharpness and tone levels, click the Edit button in the toolbar.

❚❚ Printing Pictures

Click the Print button in the toolbar. A dialog will be displayed, allowing you to print pictures on a printer connected to the computer.

For More Information

Consult online help for more information on using ViewNX 2.

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Technical Notes

Read this chapter for information on compatible accessories, cleaning and storing the camera, and what to do if an error message is displayed or you encounter problems using the camera.

Optional Accessories

At the time of writing, the following accessories were available for your camera.

Lenses 1 mount lenses

Mount Adapter

Power so urces • Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL20 (0 86): Additional

Remote controls

Mount Adapter FT1

EN-EL20 batteries are available from local retailers and Nikon-authorized service representatives.

• Battery Cha rger MH-27 (0 86): Recharge EN-EL20 batteries.

• Power Connector EP-5C, AC Adapter EH-5b: These accessories can

be used to power the camera for extended periods (EH-5a and EH-5 AC adapters can also be used). An EP-5C power connector is required to connect the camera to the EH-5b, EH-5a, or EH-5.

Wireless Remote Control ML-L3 (0 52): The ML-L3 uses a 3 V CR2025 battery.

Pressing the battery-chamber latch to the right (q), insert a fingernail into the gap and open the battery chamber (w). Ensure that the battery is in the correct orientation (r).

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Software Capture NX 2: A complete photo editing package offering

Body caps Body Cap BF-N1000: The body cap keeps the dust shield free

Trip od adapters

such features as white balance adjustment and color control points.

Note: Use the latest versions of Nikon software; see the websites listed on page 11 for the latest information on supported operating systems. At default settings, Nikon Message Center 2 will periodically check for updates to Capture NX 2 and other Nikon software and firmware while you are logged in to an account on the computer and the computer is connected to the Internet. A message is automatically displayed when an update is found.

of dust when a lens is not in place. Tripod Adapter TA-N100: Prevents large lenses from coming

into contact with the tripod head when the camera is mounted on a tripod.

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Approved Memory Cards

The following cards have been tested and approved for use in the camera. Cards with class 6 or faster write speeds are recommended for movie recording. Recording may end unexpectedly when cards with slower write speeds are used.

SD cards SD HC cards SanDisk Tos hi ba

Panasonic 48 GB, 64 GB

Lexar Media

Platinum II

Professional

Full-HD Video 4GB, 8GB, 16GB

1 Check that any card readers or other devices with which the card will be

used support 2 GB cards.

2 Check that any card readers or other devices with which the card will be

used are SDHC-compliant. The camera supports UHS-1.

3 Check that any card readers or other devices with

which the card will be used are SDXC-compliant. The camera supports UHS-1.

4GB, 8GB, 16GB, 32GB

2GB

4GB, 8GB, 16GB

4GB, 8GB, 16GB, 32GB

—

Other cards have not been tested. For more details on the above cards, please contact the manufacturer.

SDXC cards

64 GB

—

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Storage and Cleaning

Storage

If the camera will not be used for an extended period, remove the battery and store it in a cool, dry area with the terminal cover in place. To prevent mold or mildew, store the camera in a dry, well-ventilated area. Do not store your camera with naphtha or camphor moth balls or in locations that:

• are poorly ventilated or subject to humidities of over 60%

• are next to equipment that produces strong electromagnetic

fields, such as televisions or radios

• are exposed to temperatures above 50 °C (122 °F) or below –10 °C (14 °F)

Cleaning

Use a blower to remove dust and lint, then wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth. After using the camera at the beach or sea-

Camera body

Lens

Monitor

Dust shield

side, wipe off sand or salt with a cloth lightly dampened in distilled water and dry thoroughly. Important: Dust or other

foreign matter inside the camera may cause damage not covered under warranty.

Lenses are easily damaged. Remove dust and lint with a blower. If using an aerosol blower, keep the can vertical to prevent the discharge of liquid. To remove fingerprints and other stains, apply a small amount of lens cleaner to a soft cloth and clean with care.

Remove dust and lint with a blower. When removing fingerprints and other stains, wipe the surface lightly with a soft cloth or chamois leather. Do not apply pressure, as this could result in damage or malfunction.

The dust shield is easily damaged. Remove dust and lint with a blower.

Do not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals.

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Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions

Do not drop: The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shocks or vibration.

Keep dry: This product is not waterproof, and may malfunction if immersed in water or exposed to high levels of humidity. Rusting of the internal mechanism can cause irreparable damage.

Avoid sudden changes in temperature: Sudden changes in temperature, such as those that occur when entering or leaving a heated building on a cold day, can cause condensation inside the device. To prevent condensation, place the device in a carrying case or plastic bag before exposing it to sudden changes in temperature.

Keep away from strong magnetic fields: Do not use or store this device in the vicinity of equipment that generates strong electromagnetic radiation or magnetic fields. Strong static charges or the magnetic fields produced by equipment such as radio transmitters could interfere with the displays, damage data stored on the memory

card, or affect the product’s internal circuitry.

Do not leave the lens pointed at the sun: Do not leave the lens pointed at the sun or other strong light source for an extended period. Intense light may cause the image sensor to deteriorate or produce a white blur effect in photographs.

Keep the lens mount covered: Be sure to attach the body cap if the camera is without a lens.

Do not touch the dust shield: The dust shield covering the image sensor is easily damaged. Under no circumstances should you exert pressure on the shield or poke it with cleaning tools. These actions could scratch or otherwise damage the shield.

Turn the product off before removing or disconnecting the power source: Do not

unplug the product or remove the battery while the product is on or while images are being recorded or deleted. Forcibly cutting power in these circumstances could result in loss of data or in damage to product memory or internal circuitry. To prevent an accidental interruption of power, avoid carrying the product from one location to another while the AC adapter is connected.

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Cleaning: When cleaning the camera body, use a blower to gently remove dust and lint, then wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth. After using the camera at the beach or seaside, wipe off any sand or salt using a cloth lightly dampened in pure water and then dry the camera thoroughly.

Lenses are easily damaged. Dust and lint should be gently removed with a blower. When using an aerosol blower, keep the can vertical to prevent discharge of liquid. To remove fingerprints and other stains, apply a small amount of lens cleaner to a soft cloth and wipe the lens carefully.

Storage: To prevent mold or mildew, store the camera in a dry, well-ventilated area. If you are using an AC adapter, unplug the adapter to prevent fire. If the product will not be used for an extended period, remove the battery to prevent leakage and store the camera in a plastic bag containing a desiccant. Do not, however, store the camera case in a plastic bag, as this may cause the material to deteriorate. Note that des iccant gradually loses its capacity to absorb moisture and should be replaced at regular intervals.

To prevent mold or mildew, take the camera out of storage at least once a month. Turn the camera on and release the shutter a few times before putting it away.

Store the battery in a cool, dry place. Replace the terminal cover before putting the battery away.

Notes on the monitor: The monitor is constructed with extremely high precision; at least 99.99% of pixels are effective, with no more than 0.01% being missing or defective. Hence while these displays may contain pixels that are always lit (white, red, blue, or green) or always off (black), this is not a malfunction and has no effect on images recorded with the device.

Images in the monitor may be difficult to see in a bright light.

Do not apply pressure to the display, as this could cause damage or malfunction. Dust or lint on the displays can be removed with a blower. Stains can be removed by wiping lightly with a soft cloth or chamois leather. Should the monitor break, care should be taken to avoid injury from broken glass and to prevent liquid crystal from the display touching the skin or entering the eyes and mouth.

Moiré: Moiré is an interference pattern created by the interaction of an image containing a regular, repeating grid, such as the pattern of weave in cloth or windows in a building, with the camera image sensor grid. In some cases, it may appear in the form of lines. If you notice moiré in your photographs, try changing the distance to the subject, zooming in and out, or changing the angle between the subject and the camera.

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Lines: Noise in the form of lines may in rare cases appear in pictures of extremely bright or backlit subjects.

Batteries: Batteries may leak or explode if improperly handled. Observe the following precautions when handling batteries:

• Use only batteries approved for use

in this equipment.

• Do not expose the battery to flame

or excessive heat.

• Keep the battery terminals clean.

• Turn the product off before replac-

ing the battery.

• Remove the battery from the cam-

era or charger when not in use and replace the terminal cover. These devices draw minute amounts of charge even when off and could draw the battery down to the point that it will no longer function. If the battery will not be used for some time, insert it in the camera and run it flat before removing it and storing it in a location with an ambient temperature of 15 to 25 °C (59 to 77 °F; avoid hot or extremely cold locations). Repeat this process at least once every six months.

• Turning the camera on and off

repeatedly when the battery is fully discharged will shorten battery life. Batteries that have been fully discharged must be charged before use.

• The internal temperature of the battery may rise while the battery is in use. Attempting to charge the battery while the internal temperature is elevated will impair battery performance, and the battery may not charge or charge only partially. Wait for the battery to cool before charging.

• Continuing to charge the battery after it is fully charged can impair battery performance.

• A marked drop in the time a fully charged battery retains its charge when used at room temperature indicates that it requires replacement. Purchase a new EN-EL20 battery.

• Charge the battery before use. When taking photographs on important occasions, ready a spare EN-EL20 battery and keep it fully charged. Depending on your location, it may be difficult to purchase replacement batteries on short notice. Note that on cold days, the capacity of batteries tends to decrease. Be sure the battery is fully charged before taking photographs outside in cold weather. Keep a spare battery in a warm place and exchange the two as necessary. Once warmed, a cold battery may recover some of its charge.

• Used batteries are a valuable resource; recycle in accord with local regulations.

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• Do not use the battery at ambient temperatures below 0°C (32°F) or above 40°C (104 °F); failure to observe this precaution could damage the battery or impair its performance. Capacity may be reduced and charging times may increase at battery temperatures from 0°C (32°F) to 10°C (50°F) and from 45 °C (113°F) to 60°C (140°F); the battery will not charge if its temperature is below 0°C (32 °F) or above 60 °C (140°F).

The battery charger: Charge the battery at ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35 °C (95 °F). If the CHARGE lamp flashes quickly during charging, cease use immediately and take battery and charger to your retailer or a Nikon-authorized service representative.

Do not move the charger or touch the battery during charging. Failure to observe this precaution could in very rare instances result in the charger showing that charging is complete when the battery is only partially charged. Remove and reinsert the battery to begin charging again.

Use the charger with compatible batteries only. Unplug when not in use.

Memory Cards: The camera stores pictures on SD, SDHC, and SDXC memory cards (available separately; 0 70). Observe the following precautions when handling memory cards.

• Memory cards may be hot after use. Observe due caution when removing memory cards from the camera.

• Do not remove memory cards from the camera, turn the camera off, or remove or disconnect the power source during formatting or while data are being recorded, deleted, or copied to a computer. Failure to observe these precautions could result in loss of data or in damage to the camera or card.

• Do not touch the card terminals with your fingers or metal objects.

• Do not bend, drop, or subject to strong physical shocks.

• Do not apply force to the card casing. Failure to observe this precaution could damage the card.

• Do not expose to water, heat, high levels of humidity, or direct sunlight.

• Do not format memory cards in a computer.

Servicing the Cam era and Accessories

The camera is a precision device and requires regular servicing. Nikon recommends that the camera be inspected by the original retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative once every one to two years, and that it be serviced once every three to five years (note that fees apply to these services). Frequent inspection and servicing are particularly recommended if the camera is used professionally. Any accessories regularly used with the camera, such as lenses or optional flash units, should be included when the camera is inspected or serviced.

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Tro ubl esho otin g

If the camera fails to function as expected, check this list of common problems before consulting your retailer or Nikon representative.

Display

The monitor is off:

• The camera is off (0 18) or the battery is exhausted (0 15, 16).

• The monitor has turned off automatically to save power. The monitor

can be reactivated by operating buttons or the mode dial.

• The camera is connected to a computer or television. The monitor turns off without warning:

• The battery is low (0 15, 16).

• The monitor has turned off automatically to save power. The monitor

can be reactivated by operating buttons or the mode dial.

• The camera’s internal temperature is high (0 10, 80). Wait for the cam-

era to cool before turning it on again.

Indicators are not displayed: Press the $ button.

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Shooting (All Shooting and Exposure Modes)

The camera takes time to turn on: Delete files or format the memory card. The shutter-release is disabled:

• The battery is exhausted (0 15, 16).

• The memory card is locked or full (0 18).

• The flash is charging (0 55).

• The camera is not in focus (0 21).

• You are currently filming a slow motion movie (0 38).

Only one picture is taken each time the shutter-release button is pressed in continuous release mode: Continuous shooting is not available if the flash is raised in

Continuous mode.

No photo taken when remote control shutter-release button is pressed:

• Replace battery in remote control.

• Choose a remote control mode (0 52).

• The remote control standby timer has expired (0 62).

• The remote is not pointed at the camera or the infrared receiver is not

visible (0 13, 53).

• The remote is too far from the camera (0 53).

• Bright light is interfering with remote.

Smudges appear in photographs: Clean the front and rear lens elements or the dust shield (0 71).

Flicker or banding appears in movies or in the displays: Choose a Flicker reduc- tion setting that matches the local AC power supply (0 62).

Menu items are unavailable: Some options are only available in particular shooting or exposure modes (0 48).

Movies

Cannot record movies: The movie-record button can only be used to record movies in movie mode (0 36). No sound is recorded for movies:

• Microphone off is selected for Movie sound options > Microphone

(0 61).

• Live audio is not recorded with slow-motion movies (0 40) or Motion Snapshots (0 44).

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Playback

“Tall” (portrait) or ientation photos are displayed in “wide” (landscape) orientation:

• Select On for Rotate tall (0 60).

• The photos were taken with Auto image rotation off (0 62).

• Camera was pointed up or down when the photo was taken.

• Photo is displayed in image review.

Cannot hear movie sound:

• Press W up to raise the volume (0 42). If the camera is connected to a

television, use the controls for the TV to adjust the volume.

• Live audio is not recorded with slow-motion movies (0 40) or Motion Snapshots (0 46).

Cannot delete images:

• Remove protection from the files before deletion.

• The memory card is locked.

Miscellaneous

The camera is unresponsive: In extremely rare instances, the display may not respond as expected and the camera may stop functioning. In most cases, this phenomenon is caused by a strong external static charge. Turn the camera off, remove and replace the battery, taking care to avoid burns, and turn the camera on again, or, if you are using an AC adapter (available separately), disconnect and reconnect the adapter and turn the camera on again. If the problem persists after the battery has been removed and replaced, contact your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative.

The date of recording is not correct: Set the camera clock. Menu items are unavailable: Some options are only available at particular

settings (0 48) or when a memory card is inserted (0 17).

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Error Messages

This section lists the error messages that appear in the display.

Message Solution

If the subject is too bright, lower ISO sensitivity or choose a faster shutter speed or smaller

(Shutter-speed or aperture display flashes)

Keeping the zoom ring button pressed, rotate the zoom ring to extend the lens. Check lens. Pictures can only be taken when a lens is attached. Start-up error. Turn the camera off and then on again. The clock has been reset. Set the camera clock.

No memory card.

This memory card is not formatted. Format the memory card? Memory card is locked (write protected).

Memory card is full.

This memory card cannot be used. Card may be damaged; insert a different card.

aperture (higher f-number). If the subject is too dark, raise ISO sensitivity, use the built-in flash, or choose a slower shutter speed or larger aperture (lower fnumber). A lens with a retractable lens barrel button is attached with the lens barrel retracted. Press the retractable lens barrel button and rotate the zoom ring to extend the lens.

Attach a lens.

Turn the camera off, remove and replace the battery, and then turn the camera on.

Turn the camera off and confirm that the card is correctly inserted.

Select Ye s to format the card, or turn the camera off and insert another memory card.

Turn the camera off and slide the card writeprotect switch to the “write” position.

• You may be able to record additional images if you reduce image quality or size.

• Delete unwanted images.

• Insert another memory card.

• Use an approved card.

• Format the card (0 17). If the problem per-

sists, the card may be damaged. Contact a Nikon-authorized service representative.

• Insert a new memory card.

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Message Solution

Cannot create additional folders on memory card.

The movie-record button can not be used in this mode. Stills can not be taken when slow motion is selected.

Cannot shoot panorama with lens of this focal length.

The camera’s internal temperature is high. The camera will now turn off. Memory card contains no images.

Cannot display this file.

Cannot select this file.

If the current folder is numbered 999 and contains either 999 photographs or a photograph numbered 9999, the shutter-release button will be disabled and no further photographs can be taken. Choose Ye s for Reset file numbering and then either format the current memory card or insert a new memory card.

The movie-record button can only be used in movie mode.

The shutter-release button can not be used to take photographs while a slow-motion movie is being recorded. Use a lens with a focal length of 6 to 30 mm to shoot panoramas. If you are using a zoom lens, choose a focal length between 6 and 30 mm.

Wait for the camera to cool.

To view pictures, insert a memory card containing images. The file has been created or modified on a computer or different make of camera, or is corrupt.

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Specifications

Nikon 1 J2 Digital Camera

Type

Type Digital camera with support for interchangeable

Lens mount Nikon 1 mount Effective angle of view Approx. 2.7× lens focal length (35 mm format

Effective pixels

Image sensor

Image sensor 13.2 mm × 8.8 mm CMOS sensor (Nikon CX for-

Storage

Image size (pixels) Still images (auto photo, Smart Photo Selector, and all

lenses

equivalent)

10.1 million

mat)

creative modes other than Easy panorama; aspect ratio 3 : 2)

• 3872 × 2592 • 2896 × 1944

• 1936 × 1296

Still images (Normal panorama, camera panned horizontally; aspect ratio 40 : 7)

• 3200 × 560

Still images (Normal panorama, camera panned vertically; aspect ratio 8 : 25)

• 1024 × 3200

Still images (Wide panorama, camera panned horizontally; aspect ratio 80 : 7)

• 6400 × 560

Still images (Wide panorama, camera panned vertically; aspect ratio 4 : 25)

• 1024 × 6400

Still images (movie mode, aspect ratio 16 : 9)

• 3840 × 2160 (1080/60i ) • 1920 × 1080 (1080/30p)

• 1280 × 720 (720/60p)

Still images (Motion Snapshot mode, aspect ratio 16 : 9)

• 3840 × 2160

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Storage

File format • NEF (RAW): 12-bit, compressed

• JPEG: JPEG-Baseline compliant with fine (approx. 1:4), normal (approx. 1 : 8), or basic (approx. 1 : 16)

compression

• NEF (RAW) + JPEG: Single photograph recorded in both NEF (RAW) and JPEG formats

Picture Control system Standard, Neutral, Vivid, Monochrome, Portrait,

Landscape; selected Picture Control can be modified; storage for custom Picture Controls

Media SD (Secure Digital), SDHC, and SDXC memory cards File system DCF (Design Rule for Camera File System) 2.0, DPOF (Digi-

tal Print Order Format), Exif (Exchangeable Image File Format for Digital Still Cameras) 2.3, PictBridge

Shooting modes

C auto photo (3 : 2); w creative, with a choice of the following options: P, S, A, M (3 : 2), j night landscape (3 : 2), o night portrait (3 : 2), m backlighting (3 : 2), p easy panorama (normal horizontal 40 : 7, normal vertical 8 : 25, wide horizontal 80 : 7, wide vertical 4 : 25), q soft (3 : 2), r miniature effect (3 : 2) and s selective color (3 : 2); y Smart Photo Selector (3 : 2); 1 movie (HD 16 : 9, slow motion 8 : 3); z Motion Snapshot (16 : 9)

Shutter

Type Electronic shutter Speed

Flash sync speed Synchronizes with shutter at X=

16,000 –30 s in steps of

optional ML-L3 remote control)

3 EV; Bulb; Time (requires

Release

Mode • Single frame, continuous, Electronic (Hi)

• Self-timer, delayed remote, quick-response remote, interval timer shooting

60 s or slower

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Release

Frame advance rate • Electronic (Hi): Approx. 10, 30, or 60 fps

• Other modes: Up to 5 fps (auto photo mode or P, S , A, M chosen in creative mode with Continuous

selected for Continuous, single AF or manual focus, S Shutter-priority auto or M Manual exposure mode, shutter speed

250 s or faster, and

other settings at default values)

Self-timer 2s, 5 s, 10s Remote control modes Delayed remote (2 s); quick-response remote

Exposure

Metering TTL metering using image sensor Metering method • Matrix

• Center-weighted: Meters 4.5 mm circle in center of frame

• Spot: Meters 2 mm circle centered on selected focus area

Mode Programmed auto with flexible program; shutter-

priority auto; aperture-priority auto; manual;

Exposure compensation –3 – +3 EV in increments of

automatic scene selection

3 EV; available when

P Programmed auto, S Shutter-priority auto, or A Aperture-priority auto is selected for Expo-

sure mode

Exposure lock Luminosity locked at metered value with A

(AE-L/AF-L) button

ISO sensitivity (Recommended Exposure Index)

ISO 100– 3200 in steps of 1 EV. Can be adjusted by user when P Programmed auto, S Shutter-

priority auto, A Aperture-priority auto, or M Manual is selected for Exposure mode; can

also be set to approx. 1 EV (ISO 6400 equivalent) above ISO 3200; auto ISO sensitivity control (ISO 100–3200, 100–800, 100–400) available

Active D-Lighting On, off

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Focus

Autofocus Hybrid autofocus (phase detection/contrast-

Lens servo • Autofocus (AF): Single AF (AF-S); continuous AF

AF-area mode Single-point, auto-area, subject tracking Focus area • Single-point AF: 135 focus areas; the center 73

Focus lock Focus can be locked by pressing shutter-release

Face- priori ty AF On, off

Flash

Built-in flash Raised by sliding flash pop-up control Guide Number (GN) Approx. 5/16 (m/ft, ISO 100, 20 °C/68 °F) Control i-TTL flash control using image sensor available Mode Fill flash, slow sync, red-eye reduction, slow sync

Flash compe nsation –3–+1 EV in increments of Flash-ready indicator Lights when built-in flash unit is fully charged

White balance

Movie

Metering TTL metering using image sensor Metering method • Matrix

detect AF); AF-assist illuminator

(AF-C); auto AF-S/AF-C selection (AF-A); fulltime AF (AF-F)

• Manual focus (MF)

areas support phase-detection AF

• Auto-area AF: 41 focus areas

button halfway (single AF) or by pressing A (AEL/AF-L) button

with red-eye reduction, rear-curtain sync, rear curtain with slow sync

Auto, incandescent, fluorescent, direct sunlight, flash, cloudy, shade, preset manual, all except preset manual with fine tuning

• Center-weighted: Meters 4.5 mm circle in center of frame

• Spot: Meters 2 mm circle centered on selected focus area

3 EV

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Movie

Frame size (pixels)/ recording rate

File format MOV Video compression H.264/MPEG-4 Advanced Video Coding Audio recording format AAC Audio recording device Built-in stereo microphone; sensitivity adjustable

* Sensor output is about 60 fps.

Monitor

Playback

Interface

USB Hi-Speed USB HDMI output Type C mini-pin HDMI connector

Supported languages

Power s ource

Battery One rechargeable Li-ion EN-EL20 battery AC adapte r EH-5b AC adapter; requires EP-5C power connec-

Trip od soc ket

HD movies

• 1920 × 1080/60i (59.94 field s/s*)

• 1920 × 1080/30p (29.97 f ps)

• 1280 × 720/60p (59.94 fps)

Slow-motion movies

• 640 × 240/400 fps (plays at 30p/29.97 fps)

• 320 × 120/1200 fps (plays at 30p/29.97 fps)

Motion Snapshot

1920 × 1080/60p (59.94 fps) (plays at 24p/23.976 fps)

7.5 cm (3-in.), approx. 921k-dot, TFT LCD with brightness adjustment

Full-frame and thumbnail (4, 9, or 72 images or calendar) playback with playback zoom, movie and panorama playback, slide show, histogram display, auto image rotation, and rating option

Arabic, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian

tor (available separately)

4-in. (ISO 1222)

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Dimensions/weight

Dimensions (W × H × D) Approx. 106.0 × 61.0 × 29.8 mm (4.2 × 2.4 ×

Weigh t Approx. 280 g (9.9 oz) with battery and memory

Operating environment

Tem per at ure 0 –40 °C (+32–104 °F) Humidity 85% or less (no condensation)

• Unless otherwise stated, all figures are for a camera with a fully-charged battery operating at the temperature specified by the Camera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA): 23 ±3 °C (73.4 ±5.4 °F).

• Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in this manual at any time and without prior notice. Nikon will not be held liable for damages that may result from any mistakes that this manual may contain.

MH-27 battery charger

Rated input AC 100–240 V, 50–60 Hz, 0.2 A Rated output DC 8.4 V/0.6 A Supported batteries Nikon EN-EL20 rechargeable Li-ion batteries Charging time Approx. 2 hours at an ambient temperature of

Operating temperature 0 –40 °C (+32–104 °F) Dimensions (W × H × D) Approx. 67.0 × 28.0 × 94.0 mm (2.6 × 1.1 × 3.7 in.),

Weigh t Approx. 83 g (2.9 oz), excluding plug adapter

EN-EL20 rechargeable Li-ion battery

Type Rechargeable lithium-ion battery Rated capacity 7.2 V, 1020 mAh Operating temperature 0 –40 °C (+32–104 °F) Dimensions (W × H × D) Approx. 30.7 × 50.0 × 14.0 mm (1.2 × 2.0 × 0.6 in.) Weigh t Approx. 41 g (1.4 oz), excluding terminal cover

1.2 in.), excluding projections

card but without body cap; approx. 237 g/8.4 oz (camera body only)

25 °C (77 °F) when no charge remains

excluding plug adapter

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1 NIKKOR VR 10– 30mm f/3.5– 5.6

Type 1 mount lens Focal length 10–30 mm Maximum aperture f/3.5– 5.6 Construction 12 elements in 9 groups (including 3 aspherical elements) Angle of view 77° –29° 40′ Vibration reduction Lens shift using voice coil motors (VCMs) Minimum focus distance 0.2 m (0.7 ft) from focal plane at all zoom positions Diaphragm blades 7 (rounded diaphragm opening) Diaphragm Fully automatic Aperture range • 10 mm focal length: f/3.5–16

• 30 mm focal length: f/ 5.6– 16 Filter-attachment size 40.5 mm (P= 0.5 mm) Dimensions Approx. 57.5 mm diameter × 42 mm (distance from

camera lens mount flange when lens is retracted)

Weigh t Approx. 115 g (4.1 oz)

1 NIKKOR 11–27.5mm f/3.5–5.6

Type 1 mount lens Focal length 11–27.5 mm Maximum aperture f/3.5–5.6 Construction 8 elements in 6 groups (including 1 ED lens element and

1 aspherical lens element), 1 protective glass element

Angle of view 72° –32° 20′ Minimum focus distance 0.3 m (1.0 ft) from focal plane at all zoom positions Diaphragm blades 7 (rounded diaphragm opening) Diaphragm Fully automatic Aperture range • 11 mm focal length: f/3.5–16

• 27.5 mm focal length: f/ 5.6–16 Filter-attachment size 40.5 mm (P= 0.5 mm) Dimensions Approx. 57.5 mm diameter × 31 mm (distance from

camera lens mount flange when lens is retracted)

Weigh t Approx. 83 g (3.0 oz)

Specifications subject to change without notice. Nikon will not be held liable for damages that may result from any mistakes that this manual may contain.

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Trad emark Infor matio n

Macintosh, Mac OS, and QuickTime are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks, or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. The PictBridge logo is a trademark. The SD, SDHC, and SDXC logos are trademarks of SD-3C, LLC. HDMI, the logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. All other trade names mentioned in this manual or the other documentation provided with your Nikon product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

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Battery Life

The number of shots or movie footage that can be recorded with fully-charged batteries varies with the condition of the battery, temperature, the interval between shots, and the length of time menus are displayed. Sample figures for EN-EL20 (1020 mAh) batteries are given below.

• Still images: Approximately 230 shots

• Movies: Approximately 50 minutes of HD footage at 1080/60i

Measured according to CIPA standards at 23 ±3 °C (73.4 ±5.4 °F) with the camera at default settings, a fully-charged battery, a 1 NIKKOR VR 10–30mm f/3.5–5.6 lens, and a 16 GB Toshiba SD-E016GUX UHS-I SDHC card value for still images obtained under the following test conditions: NORMAL-quality photographs taken at intervals of 30 s with the flash fired with every other shot and the camera turned off and then on after every ten shots. Value for movies obtained under the following test conditions: a series of 20 minute movies with a file size of up to 4 GB were recorded; recording was only interrupted when temperature warning was displayed.

The following can reduce battery life:

• Keeping the shutter-release button pressed halfway

• Repeated autofocus operations

• Taking NEF (RAW) photographs

• Slow shutter speeds

• Using Eye-Fi cards

• Using vibration reduction mode with VR lenses

• Using zoom with power zoom lenses

To ensure that you get the most from rechargeable Nikon EN-EL20 batteries:

• Keep the battery contacts clean. Soiled contacts can reduce battery performance.

• Use batteries immediately after charging. Batteries will lose their charge if left unused.

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Index

Symbols

C (Auto photo mode) .....................20

w (Creative mode) .........................26

y (Smart Photo Selector mode) .32

1 (Movie mode) ................................36

z (Motion Snapshot mode) ..........44

P (Programmed auto) .......................29

S (Shutter-priority auto) ..................29

A (Aperture-priority auto) ............... 29

M (Manual) ........................................... 29

P, S, A, M ...........................................27, 29

j (Night landscape) .........................27

o (Night portrait) .............................. 27

m (Backlighting) ......................... 27, 30

p (Easy panorama) ...................27, 31

q (Soft) .................................................. 28

r (Miniature effect) ........................28

s (Selective color) ............................ 28

G button .......................................58

K (playback) button ..........24, 34, 47

O (delete) button .........25, 35, 43, 47

$ (display) button ............... 19, 46

& (feature) button ..............26, 39, 46

J (OK) button ...............14, 34, 42, 47

E (self-timer) ...................................... 52

W (playback zoom/thumbnail)

control ................................... 24, 42, 46

" (delayed remote) ....................... 52

# (quick-response remote) .............52

Y (red-eye reduction) .................... 55

p (slow sync) ....................................55

q (rear curtain sync) .......................55

I (flash-ready indicator) ................ 55

AC adapter ...........................................68

Accessories .......................................... 68

Aperture-priority auto ..................... 29

Attaching the lens ............................ 18

Auto photo mode ............................. 20

Auto power off ................................... 23

Automatic scene selection ............ 23

Available settings .............................48

Background track ....................... 46, 47

Backlighting ................................. 27, 30

Battery .................................... 16, 17, 86

Beep ................................................ 21, 53

Best shot .......................................32, 34

Body cap ................................12, 13, 69

Buffering .......................................33, 45

Built-in Flash ....................................... 55

Charging a battery ........................... 16

Compatible lens ................................ 68

Computer ............................................63

Creative mode ....................................26

Delayed remote ................................. 52

Delete ............................... 25, 35, 43, 47

Dust shield ................................... 13, 71

Easy panorama ...........................27, 31

Exposure mode .......................... 29, 60

Face-priority AF ................................. 23

Fill flash ................................................. 55

Flash .......................................................55

Flash mode .......................................... 56

Flash-ready indicator ....................... 55

Focus area ............................................21

Format memory card ....................... 17

Full-frame playback ..........................24

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Grid display ..........................................19

H.264 ......................................................85

HD Movies ............................................36

HDR ........................................................30

Infrared receiver ..........................13, 53

Lens ............................18, 21, 22, 68, 87

Manual ..................................................29

Maximum aperture ...........................87

Memory card ................................17, 70

Memory card access lamp .............22

Microphone .........................................37

Miniature effect ..................................28

Mode dial ........................................ 1, 14

Monitor .................................................15

Motion Snapshot mode ..................44

Mount adapter ...................................68

Movie mode ........................................36

Movie type ...........................................39

Movie-record button ................37, 41

Movies ...................................................36

Multi selector ...............................14, 59

Night landscape .................................27

Night portrait ......................................27

Nikon Transfer 2 .................................65

Playback ................................................24

Playback menu ...................................60

Power connector ...............................68

Power switch .......................................18

Press the shutter-release button all

the way down ...................................22

Press the shutter-release button

halfway ..................................21, 33, 45

Programmed auto ............................ 29

Quick-response remote .................. 52

Rear-curtain sync ..............................55

Red-eye reduction ............................ 55

Remote control .................................. 52

Retractable lens barrel button ..... 22

Scene selection .................................. 27

SD card ..................................................70

Selective color .................................... 28

Self-timer .............................................52

Setup menu ........................................62

Shooting menu .................................. 60

Short Movie Creator ......................... 63

Shutter-priority auto ........................ 29

Shutter-release button ...... 21, 33, 45

Size ..................................................81, 85

Slow motion ........................................40

Slow sync ............................................. 55

Smart Photo Selector mode .......... 32

Soft .........................................................28

Speaker .................................................13

Strap ......................................................16

System requirements ...................... 64

Temperature warnings ....................10

Theme ...................................................46

Tripod mounting spacer .......... 54, 69

USB cable .............................................65

ViewNX 2 .......................................63, 64

Volume .................................................. 42

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Zoom ring ............................................21

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6MVA3211-01

Nikon 1 6MVA3111 01 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Table of Contents

For Your Safety

Notices

Introduction

Package Contents

Parts of the Camera

First Steps

Auto Photo Mode

Taking Photos in Auto Photo Mode

Viewing Photographs

Deleting Pictures

Creative Mode

Choosing a Creative Mode

Choosing a Scene

Smart Photo Selector Mode

Taking Photos in Smart Photo Selector Mode

Viewing Photographs

Movie Mode

HD Movies

Slow Motion

Viewing Movies

Motion Snapshot Mode

Shooting in Motion Snapshot Mode

Viewing Motion Snapshots

Available Settings

More on Photography

Self-Timer and Remote Control Modes

The Built-in Flash

Using the Menus

Connecting to a Computer

Installing the Supplied Software

Viewing and Editing Pictures on a Computer

Technical Notes

Optional Accessories

Storage and Cleaning

Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions

Tro ubl esho otin g

Error Messages

Specifications

Index