Nikon 1 J1 User Manual

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Table of Contents

For Your Safety..............................................................................iii
Notices............................................................................................vi
Introduction ...................................................................... 1
Parts of the Camera....................................................................... 2
Still Image Mode ............................................................... 7
Taking Photos in Still Image Mode ............................................ 7
Viewing Photographs .................................................................14
Smart Photo Selector Mode ............................................ 16
Taking Photos in Smart Photo Selector Mode .......................16
Viewing Photographs .................................................................19
Movie Mode .................................................................... 21
HD Movies.....................................................................................21
Slow Motion..................................................................................24
Viewing Movies............................................................................26
Motion Snapshot Mode................................................... 28
Shooting in Motion Snapshot Mode........................................28
Viewing Motion Snapshots........................................................31
Available Settings ........................................................... 32
More on Photography..................................................... 36
Self-Timer and Remote Control Modes ...................................36
The Built-in Flash .........................................................................39
Using the Menus ............................................................. 42
Technical Notes ............................................................... 47
Optional Accessories ..................................................................47
Storage and Cleaning .................................................................55
Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions ........................56
Troubleshooting ..........................................................................61
Error Messages.............................................................................64
Specifications ...............................................................................66
Index ..............................................................................................74
Product Documentation
The following documentation is supplied with the camera.
Nikon 1 J1 digital camera
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BF-N1000 body cap
Quick Start Guide—Describes how to set up your camera.
User’s Manual
(this manual)—Describes how
Nikon 1 J1 Digital Camera with Support for Interchangeable Lenses
Quick Start Guide
This guide provides  rst-time users with information on setting up the Nikon 1 J1, taking photographs, and installing and using the supplied software. For information on taking and viewing photographs, see the User’s Manual. For a complete guide to using your digital camera, see the Reference Manual (on reference manual CD). Additional information on using the supplied software can be found using online help.
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
Before You Begin
Unpack the camera.
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Con rm that the package contains the following items:
DIGITAL CAMERA
User's Manual
to take and view pictures.
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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 J1) 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.
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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
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use to prevent damage to the camera.
This icon marks notes; information that should be read before
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using the camera.
This icon marks references to other pages in this manual.
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The lens generally used in this manual for illustrative purposes is a 1 NIKKOR VR 10–30 mm 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
Life-Long Learning
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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 Africa: 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/
A Fo r Your Safety
Before using the camera for the first time, read the safety instructions in “For Your Safety” (0 iii–v) and “Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cau­tions” (0 56).
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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 produc t 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-
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ings before using this Nikon product.
❚❚WARNINGS
Keep the sun out of the frame. Keep the
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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-
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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
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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-
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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
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observe this precaution could result in injury. In addition, note that small parts constitute a chocking hazard. Should a child swallow any part of this equipment, consult a physician immediately.
Do not place the strap around the neck of
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an infant or child. Fai lure to observe this precaution could result in stran­gulation.
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Do not remain in contact with the camera
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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
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motor vehicle. Failure to observe this precaution could result in accidents.
Observe caution when using a flash.
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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
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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
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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
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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.
Do not remain in contact with the battery
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for extended periods during charging.
Parts of the device become hot. Leav­ing the device in direct contact with the skin for extended periods may result in low-temperature burns.
Observe proper precautions when handling
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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-
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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-
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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 CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS
BY OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED TO PROVIDE AVC VIDEO. NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IM PLIED FOR ANY OTHER 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.
Use Only Nikon Brand Accessories
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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.
COULD DAMAGE YOUR CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR NIKON WAR-
HE USE OF NON-NIKON
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Introduction

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Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon digital camera that sup­ports interchangeable lenses. 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 both the Quick Start Guide and User’s Manual thoroughly and keep them where they will be read by all who use the product.
Camera Settings
The explanations in this manual assume that default settings are used.
Servicing the Camera and Accessories
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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 Important Pictures
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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.
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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.
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The Camera Body
31 2 5 64
15
7
8
9
10
16
1 Movie-record button .................. 22, 25
2
Shutter-release button
3 Power switch.......................................... 5
4 Power lamp ............................................ 5
5 Mounting mark
6 Speaker .................................................26
7 Built-in flash ......................................... 39
8 Focal plane mark (E) 9 AF-assist illuminator
Self-timer lamp ...................................37
Red-eye reduction lamp ................... 39
2
..... 9, 17, 23, 29
14
13
12
10 Eyelet for camera strap 11 Lens release button
12 Infrared receiver........................... 37, 62
13 Dust shield 14 Lens mount 15 Microphone 16 Body cap
11
7
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z Motion Snapshot mode (0 28)
y Smart Photo Selector mode (0 16)
C Still image mode (0 7)
1 Movie mode (0 21)
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16 15 14 13
The Camera Body (Continued)
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6
7 8 9
1
1
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12
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 .........................39
2 Memory card access lamp.................. 9
3 & (feature) button ................12, 23, 30
4 W (playback zoom/
thumbnail) control............................ 14
5 Mode dial 6 Connector cover
7 K (playback) button ............14, 19, 31
8 O (delete) button ............15, 20, 27, 31
9 Power connector cover
for optional power connector........51
10 Battery-chamber/
memory card slot cover latch
11 Battery-chamber/
memory card slot cover
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10
J button
12 Tripod socket
13 G (menu) button ........................ 42
14 Multi selector ....................................... 43
J (OK) button .................................... 43
A (AE-L/AF-L) E (exposure compensation)
M (flash mode)..................................... 40
E (self-timer)....................................... 36
15 $ (display) button ......................... 6
16 Monitor ............................................... 4, 6
17 USB connector 18 HDMI mini-pin connector
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The Monitor
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32 31 30
29
28 27
26 25 202123 2224 18
1 Shooting mode ..................................... 3
2 Exposure mode ................................... 44
3 Flexible program indicator
4 Flash mode ........................................... 39
5 Flash-ready indicator .........................39
6 Self-timer/
remote control mode .......................36
Continuous mode*............................. 12
7 Active D-Lighting*............................. 45
8 Picture Control*..................................45
9 White balance*...................................45
10 Movie settings (HD movies)*...........45
Frame rate
(slow motion movies)*....................44
11 Image size*..........................................44
12 Image quality*....................................44
13 Foc us mode*........................................45
14 AF-area mode*....................................45
15 Face-priority AF*.................................10
16 Flash compensation ...........................45
17 Exposure compensation 18 “K” (appears when memory remains
for over 1,000 exposures)
* Available only in detailed display (0 6).
421 3 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
19 Number of exposures
remaining.............................................. 5
Number of shots remaining
before memory buffer fills ..........9, 13
White balance recording indicator Card warning indicator
20 Time available............................... 22, 25
21 ISO sensitivity*....................................45
22 ISO sensitivity indicator*.................. 45
Auto ISO sensitivity indicator
23 Aperture 24 Shutter speed
25 Metering ............................................... 45
26 Battery indicator*................................. 5
27 Sound settings*.................................. 46
28 Autoexposure (AE) lock indicator
29 Focus area............................................... 9
30 Microphone sensitivity*................... 45
31 Time elapsed................................. 22, 25
32 Recording indicator..................... 22, 25
12 13 14 15
16 17
19
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Turnin g the Camera O n
Press the power switch to turn the cam­era on. The power lamp will briefly light green and the monitor will turn on.
Turn ing th e Cam era Of f
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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.
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Battery level Exposures
remaining
❚❚ Battery Level
Display Description
NO ICON
H
Cannot take pictures. Insert fully-charged battery.
Battery fully charged or partially discharged; level shown by L or K icon in detailed display (0 6). Low battery. Ready fully-charged battery or prepare to charge battery.
Battery exhausted; shutter-release disabled. Insert charged battery.
❚❚ Number of Exposures Remaining
The monitor shows the number of pictures that can be stored on the memory card at current settings.
Formatting Memory Cards
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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 46). Note that this permanently deletes any data the card may contain. Be sure to copy any photographs and other data you wish to keep to a computer before proceeding.
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The $ (Display) Button
Press $ to cycle through shooting and playback indicators as shown below.
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❚❚ Shooting ❚❚ Playback
$ button
Simplified display
Detailed display
The Framing Grid
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A framing grid can be displayed by selecting On for Grid display in the setup menu (0 46).
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Simple photo info
Detailed photo info
Image only

Still Image Mode

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Still image mode is the mode generally used for taking photos.
Availabl e Settings
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For information on the options available in still image mode, see page
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Taking Photos in Still Image Mode

Select still image mode.
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Rotate the mode dial to C.
Automatic Scene Selection (h Scene auto selector)
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At default settings, the camera will auto­matically analyze the subject and select the appropriate scene. The selected scene is shown in the monitor.
c Portr ait: 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.
Auto: Subjects suited to Z mode or that do not fall into the
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categories listed above.
Mode dial
Scene icon
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7
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Ready the camera.
2
Remove the lens cap and 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 39) or a tripod is recommended.
Frame the photograph.
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Position your subject in the center of the frame.
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Focus.
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Press the shutter-release button half­way to focus. If the subject is poorly lit, the AF-assist illuminator (0 2) 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.
While the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the display will show the number of exposures that can be stored in the memory buffer (“r”; 0 13).
Shoot.
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Smoothly press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to release the shutter and record the photograph. The 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 or remove or disconnect the power source until the lamp has gone out and recording is complete.
Focus area
Buffer capacity
Access lamp
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Face -Priori ty AF
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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
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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).
Movie Recording
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In still image mode, movies can not be recorded and pressing the movie-record button has no effect.
Lenses with Retractable Lens Barrel Buttons
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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 lens can be retracted and the zoom ring locked by pressing the retractable lens barrel button and rotating the ring in the opposite direction. Retract the lens before removal, and be careful not to press the retractable lens barrel button while attach­ing or removing the lens.
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Using a Zo om Lens
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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
Auto Power Off
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If no operations are performed for about thirty seconds, the displays will turn off and the power lamp (0 5) star t to blink. 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
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See page 46 for information on silencing the beep that sounds when the camera focuses or the shutter is released.
Zoom out
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❚❚ Choosing a Release Mode
Press & button and use the multi selector and J button to choose from the follow­ing release modes: Single frame (the camera takes one photograph each time the shutter-release button is pressed), Continuous (the camera records photos
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at up to 5 frames per second while the
& button
shutter release button is held down), and Electronic (Hi) (the camera records pho­tos at high rates while the shutter-release button is held down).
Electronic (Hi)
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Choose from frame rates of 10 fps, 30 fps, and 60 fps (0 44). The flash does not fire while Electronic (Hi) is in effect. At the default setting of 10 fps, the camera takes pictures at about 10 frames per second (fps) while the shutter-release button is pressed and camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame; face detection (0 10) is not available. The camera can record up to about 13 frames in a single burst. At fram e rates of 30 and 60 fps, face detection is available but focus and expo­sure are fixed at the values for the first photograph in each series; the number of frames that can be recorded in a single burst is about 12.
Continuous
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If the flash is used, the camera will take only one photograph each time the shutter-release button is pressed. Lower the flash before taking pic­tures.
Shooting in Electronic (Hi) and Continuous Release Modes
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While photographs are being recorded to the memory card, the access lamp will light. Depending on shooting conditions and memory card write speed, recording may take up to about one minute. If the battery is exhausted before all photographs are recorded, the shutter release will be disabled and the remaining images transferred to the memory card.
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Buffer Size
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The camera is equipped with a memory buffer for temporary storage, allowing shooting to continue while photographs are being saved to the memory card. Up to 100 photographs can be taken in succession; note, however, that the frame rate will drop or shooting will pause when the buffer is full. The approximate number of images that can be stored in the memory buffer at current settings is displayed while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway (this number is an approximation only and varies with shooting conditions). The illustration shows the display when space remains in the buffer for about 14 pictures.
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Viewing Photographs

Press K to display your most recent pho­tograph full frame in the monitor (full­frame playback).
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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
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For information on toggling photo info on or off, see page 6. See page 44 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.
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Display the photograph you wish to delete as described on the preceding page.
Delete the photograph.
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Press O. A confirmation dialog will be displayed; press O again to delete the picture and return to playback, or press K to exit without deleting the picture.
O button
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Deleting Multiple Pictures
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The Delete option in the playback menu (0 44) 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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