Nikon 1 J4 User Manual

DIGITAL CAMERA

User's Manual

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Getting the Most from Your Camera ........................................iii

About This Manual ....................................................................... iv

The Reference Manual.................................................................. v

For Your Safety.............................................................................. vi

Notices............................................................................................ ix

Wireless ........................................................................................ xiv

Introduction 1

Package Contents.......................................................................... 1

Parts of the Camera....................................................................... 2

Using the Touch Screen..............................................................10

First Steps......................................................................................15

Taking and Viewing Photographs 22

Point-and-Shoot Photography (Auto Mode) .........................22

Viewing Photographs.........................................................................25

Deleting Pictures ..................................................................................27

Live Image Control...............................................................................29

Choosing a Creative Mode.........................................................31

Choosing a Mode That Matches the Subject or Situation.....32

Taking Photos in P, S, A, and M Modes ........................................... 34

The Creative Palette ............................................................................39

HDR ...........................................................................................................40

Easy Panorama......................................................................................41

Selective Color.......................................................................................44

Cross Process .........................................................................................45

Recording and Viewing Movies 46

Recording Movies........................................................................46

Taking Photographs During Movie Recording..........................51

Viewing Movies..................................................................................... 52

Deleting Movies.................................................................................... 53

Other Shooting Modes 55

u Choosing the Moment (Best Moment Capture) ...............55

Choosing a Shot Manually (Active Selection)............................ 55

Choosing Your Moment (Slow View)............................................ 59

Letting the Camera Choose the Moment (Smart Photo

Selector).............................................................................................. 61

z Combining Photos with Brief Movie Vignettes (Motion

Snapshot Mode).....................................................................65

Viewing Motion Snapshots.............................................................. 69

Deleting Motion Snapshots............................................................. 69

Getting the Most from Your Camera

Take ph otos with the shutter-release button.

See page 6 for more information.

Shutter-release button

Shoot movies with the movie-record button.

Movies can be recorded by pressing the movie-record button in auto (page 22), creative (page 31), and advanced movie (page 46) modes.

Movie-record button

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About This Manual

For a complete guide to using your digital camera, see the Reference Manual (page v). 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 PD-ZOOM.

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A Fo r Your Safety

Before using the camera for the first time, read the safety instructions in “For Your Safety” (0 vi–viii) and “Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions” (0 106).

The Reference Manual

For more information on using your Nikon camera, download a pdf copy of the camera Reference Manual from the website listed below. The Reference Manual can be viewed using Adobe Reader or Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later. 1 On your computer, launch a web browser and open the Nikon

manual download site at http://nikonimglib.com/manual/

2 Navigate to the page for the desired product and download

the manual.

For Your Safety

To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions i n 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 burns. 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.

Keep dry. Do not immerse in or expose

to water or handle with wet hands. Failure to keep the product dry could result in damage to the product, fire, or electric shock, while handling the product with wet hands could result in electric shock.

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.

Follow the instructions of airline and hos-

pital personnel. This camera transmits radio frequencies that could interfere with medical equipment or aircraft navigation. Disable the wireless network feature before boarding an aircraft, and turn the camera off during take off and landing. In medical facilities, follow staff instructions regarding the use of wireless devices.

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 leave the product where it will be

exposed to extremely high temperatures, such as in an enclosed automobile or in direct sunlight. Failure to observe this

precaution could cause damage or fire.

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. The flash should be no less than one meter (3 ft 4 in.) from the subject. Particular care should be observed when photographing infants.

Avoid contact with liquid crystal. Should

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

Do not carry tripods with a lens or camera

attached. You could trip or accidentally strike others, resulting in injury.

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 battery

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.

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• 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.

Observe proper precautions when handling

the charger:

• Keep dry. Failure to observe this pre-

caution could result in injury or product malfunction due to 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 injury or product malfunction due to fire or 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.

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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.

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

CAN ICES-3 B / NMB-3 B

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 electrical and electronic equipment 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.

• Separate collection and recycling helps conserve natural resources and prevent negative consequences for human health and the environment that might result from incorrect disposal.

• 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).

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.

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 Frequ ency 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

WARNIN G: 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

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). Wi-Fi settings can be reset to default values by selecting Wi- Fi > Wi-Fi connection type > Reset Wi-Fi set- tings in the setup menu. 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 use 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.

AVC Patent Portfolio License

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

AND NON-COMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUM ER 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 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 lens 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 thirdparty 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 VOI D YOU R NIKON WAR-

Servicing the Camera and Accessories

Before Taking Important Pictures

Life-Long Learning

HE USE OF NON-NIKON

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Wireless

This product, which contains encryption software developed in the United States, is controlled by the United States Export Administration Regulations and may not be exported or re-exported to any country to which the United States embargoes goods. The following countries are currently subject to embargo: Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Sudan, and Syria.

Notices for Customers in the U. S. A.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

FCC WARNING

The FCC requires the user to 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.

FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement

Note: 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/TV technician for help.

Co-location

This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

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

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Notices for Customers in Canada

CAN ICES-3 B / NMB-3 B This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

FCC/IC RF Exposure Statement

The available scientific evidence does not show that any health problems are associated with using low power wireless devices. There is no proof, however, that these low power wireless devices are absolutely safe. Low power Wireless devices emit low levels of radio frequency energy (RF) in the microwave range while being used. Whereas high levels of RF can produce health effects (by heating tissue), exposure of low-level RF that does not produce heating effects causes no known adverse health effects. Many studies of low-level RF exposures have not found any biological effects. Some studies have suggested that some biological effects might occur, but such findings have not been confirmed by additional research. The 1 J4, which is equipped with a LBWA1ZZYM6 (FCC ID:VPYLBYM / IC ID:772C-LBYM) wireless LAN module, has been tested and found to comply with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65 and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. Please refer to the SAR test report that was uploaded to FCC website.

Notices for Customers in Europe

Hereby, Nikon Corporation, declares that the 1 J4 is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. The declaration of conformity may be consulted at http://imaging.nikon.com/suppor t/pdf/DoC_1J4.pdf

Notice for Customers in Singapore

Trade Name: Model: 1 J4

This device complies with radio-frequency regulations. The content of certification labels not affixed to the device is given below.

Compli es with IDA Standards DA104328

Security

Although one of the benefits of this product is that it allows others to freely connect for the wireless exchange of data anywhere within its range, the following may occur if security is not enabled:

• Data theft: Malicious third-parties may intercept wireless transmissions to steal user IDs, passwords, and other personal information.

• Unauthorized access: Unauthorized users may gain access to the network and alter data or perform other malicious actions. Note that due the design of wireless networks, specialized attacks may allow unauthorized access even when security is enabled.

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Introduction

Package Contents

Confirm that the package contains the following items:

Nikon 1 J4 digital camera

EN-EL22 rechargeable Li-ion battery

(with terminal cover)

Lens (supplied only if lens kit is purchased with camera)

AN-N1000 strap UC-E20 USB cable

Memory cards are sold separately.

ViewNX 2 CD Warra nty

BF-N1000 body cap

MH-29 battery charger (AC wall

adapter supplied in countries or regions where required; shape depends on country of sale)

User’s Manual

(this manual)

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

1 Movie-record button .................. 46, 47

2 Shutter-release

button .............................. 51, 57, 62, 66

3 Power switch........................................19

Power lamp ..........................................19

4 Mode dial ................................................ 6

5 Microphone 6 Focal plane mark (E) 7 AF-assist illuminator

Self-timer lamp.................................... 73

Red-eye reduction lamp ............ 75, 77

8 Flash pop-up button ..........................76

31 2 54

13 1112

5 6 7 8

9 Eyelet for camera strap...................... 15

10 Connector cover

11 Lens release button............................ 18

12 Dust shield.................................105, 106

13 Lens mount .......................................... 17

14 Mounting mark ................................... 17

15 Body cap .............................................103

16 Built-in flash ......................................... 74

17 HDMI connector

18 USB connector ...................................100

17 18

The Camera Body (Continued)

3 4 5

Press the multi selector

up, down, left, or right

(1,3, 4, or 2), or

rotate it as shown above.

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1 Monitor ................................................... 4

2 K (playback) button ............25, 63, 69

3 G (menu) button .......................... 7

4 Multi selector

J (OK) button

& (feature) ............................................. 9

E (exposure compensation)

M (flash mode).....................................74

C (continuous shooting/

self-timer)..................................... 70, 72

* Camera does not support TA-N100 tripod mounting spacer.

Holding the Camera

When framing photographs, hold the camera as shown below.

Hold the camera in

your righ t hand.

Keep your e lbows

propped lightly

against your torso.

5 Memory card access lamp ................24

6 O (delete) button................................ 27

7 Power connector cover

for optional power connector

8 Battery-chamber/memory card slot

cover latch........................................... 16

9 Battery-chamber/

memory card slot cover ................... 16

10 Tripod socket 11 Speaker

Cradle the lens with your left hand.

J button

The Monitor

421 3 5 6 7 8 9 1011

36 35 34 33 32

31 30 29 28

Battery fully charged or

NO ICON

partially discharged.

H Low battery.

27 222325 2426 20

1 Shooting mode ..................................... 6

2 Live image control ..............................29

Creative mode ....................................31

Best moment capture

selection ................................ 55, 59, 61

Advanced movie selection ........ 46, 49

Exposure mode ...................................93

3 Flexible program indicator...............34

4 Flash mode.................................... 75, 77

5 Self-timer ..............................................72

Continuous mode*............................. 70

6 Active D-Lighting*............................. 94

7 Picture Control*..................................95

8 White balance*...................................95

9 Frame size/frame rate........................95

10 Image size*..........................................93

11 Image quality*....................................93

12 Focus mode*................................. 94, 95

13 AF-area mode*............................. 94, 95

14 Face-priority*................................ 28, 94

15 Focus area............................... 24, 94, 95

16 AF-area brackets

17 Flash compensation ...........................94

18 Exposure compensation

19 Flash-ready indicator ........................ 78

* Available only when Detailed is selected for Display > Shooting in the

setup menu (0 96).

Note: Display shown with all indicators lit for illustrative purposes.

20 “k” (appears when memory remains

for over 1000 exposures)

21 Number of exposures remaining....21

Number of shots remaining before

memory buffer fills White balance recording indicator

Card warning indicator....................113

22 Time available...................................... 47

23 ISO sensitivity ......................................95

24 ISO sensitivity indicator.....................95

Auto ISO sensitivity indicator

25 Aperture......................................... 36, 37

26 Shutter speed ............................... 35, 37

27 Metering ........................................ 94, 95

28 Battery indicator

29 Sound settings*.................................. 96

30 Autoexposure (AE) lock

indicator .............................................. 96

31 Auto distortion control...................... 94

32 Tap shooting options......................... 80

33 Auto image capture ........................... 95

34 Microphone sensitivity

35 Time elapsed........................................ 47

36 Recording indicator............................ 47

12 13 14

15 16 17

18 19

Recording Area

The area recorded when electronic vibration reduction (0 94, 95) is in effect during movie recording is shown by a frame in the shooting display.

rea recorded

The Mode Dial

The camera offers a choice of the following shooting modes:

z Motion Snapshot mode (0 65): Each time the shutter is released, the camera records a still image and about 1.6 s of movie footage. When the resulting “Motion Snapshot” is viewed on the camera, the movie will play back in slow motion over approximately 4 s, followed by the still image.

u Best moment capture mode (0 55): Choose Active Selection to select the best picture from 20 shots in temporary storage, Slow view to choose the best timing for the shot while the scene plays back in slow motion, or Smart Photo Selector to let the camera pick the best shot based on composition and movement.

C Auto mode (0 22): Let the camera pick the set- tings for photographs and movies.

w Creative mode (0 31): For photographs in which you want to use special effects, match settings to the scene, or control shutter speed and aperture.

v Advanced movie mode (0 46): Choose an exposure mode and adjust shutter-speed or aperture or record movies in slow or fast motion or with other special effects.

Mode dial

The G Button

Most shooting, playback, and setup options can be accessed from the camera menus. Press the G button to display the menu selection dialog shown below, then use the multi selector to highlight the icon for the desired menu and press J. To exit the menus, tap 1.

Shooting menu (0 93): Movie menu (0 94): Adjust settings for still photography. Adjust movie-recording

Playback menu (0 92): Adjust playback settings.

Image processing menu (0 95): Wi-Fi menu (0 83): Adjust white balance, ISO sensitivity, Picture Controls, and other image processing settings for photographs and movies.

Setup menu (0 96): Adjust basic camera settings.

options.

Connect to wireless networks.

G button

❚❚ Using the Menus

Use the multi selector (0 3) to navigate the playback, shooting, movie, image processing, setup, and Wi-Fi menus.

Multi selector

Select an item.

Press 1 or 3 to highlight menu items and press 2 to view options for the highlighted item.

Select an option.

Press 1 or 3 to highlight the 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. To change menus, press 4 in Step 1 and select a menu as described on page 7. To exit the menus and return to shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway (0 24).

The & (Feature) Menu

To display the feature menu and adjust camera settings or access playback options, press & (feature) on the multi selector.

& menu (shooting mode) & menu (playback)

Select an item.

Use the multi selector to highlight an item and press J to display options (to exit the & menu, press the shutterrelease button halfway as described on page 24 or highlight 1 and press J).

Select an option.

Highlight the desired option or value and press J to select.

The & Menu

The & menu is context-sensitive: its contents vary with camera settings or the type of image displayed; options that are currently unavailable are shown in gray. The & menu is not available in auto mode.

Using the Touch Screen

The touch-sensitive monitor supports the following operations:

Tap

Tap t he moni tor.

Flick

Flick a finger a short distance across the monitor.

Slide

Slide a finger over the monitor.

Stretch/Pinch

Place two fingers on the monitor and move them apart or pinch them together.

The Touch Screen

The touch screen responds to static electricity and may not respond when covered with third-party protective films or when touched with fingernails or gloved hands. Do not use excessive force or touch the screen with sharp objects.

Using the Touch Screen

The camera may not recognize a tap if you leave your finger on the screen too long. It may not recognize other gestures if your touch is too soft, your fingers are moved too quickly or too short a distance or do not remain in contact with the screen, or if the movement of the two fingers in a pinch or stretch is not correctly coordinated.

❚❚ Taking Pictures

The touch screen can be used for the following shooting operations.

Take a picture (tap shooting)

Focus (tap shooting)

In auto and creative modes, you can focus and take a picture by tapping your subject in the display.

In advanced movie mode, you can focus by tapping your subject in the display.

Tap highlighted icons to view set-

Adjust settings

Tap Shooting Options

Tap shooting options can be adjusted by tapping the icon shown at right (0 80).

tings and tap icons or sliders to change (the items available vary with camera settings). Tap 0 to save changes and exit, or tap 2 to return to the previous display.

❚❚ Viewing Pictures

The touch screen can be used for the following playback operations.

View other images

Flick left or right to view other images.

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Nikon 1 J4 User Manual

Table of Contents

Getting the Most from Your Camera

About This Manual

The Reference Manual

For Your Safety

Notices

Wireless

Introduction

Package Contents

Parts of the Camera

Using the Touch Screen