Nikon 1 S2 User 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

Introduction 1

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

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

First Steps......................................................................................10

Taking and Viewing Photographs 17

Point-and-Shoot Photography (Auto Mode) .........................17

Viewing Photographs.........................................................................20

Deleting Pictures ..................................................................................22

Live Image Control...............................................................................24

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

Choosing a Mode That Matches the Subject or Situation.....27

Taking Photos in P, S, A, and M Modes ........................................... 29

The Creative Palette ............................................................................34

HDR ...........................................................................................................35

Selective Color.......................................................................................36

Cross Process .........................................................................................37

Recording and Viewing Movies 38

Recording Movies........................................................................38

Taking Photographs During Movie Recording..........................43

Viewing Movies..................................................................................... 44

Deleting Movies.................................................................................... 45

Other Shooting Modes 47

u Choosing the Moment (Best Moment Capture) ...............47

Choosing a Shot Manually (Active Selection)............................ 47

Letting the Camera Choose the Moment (Smart Photo

Selector).............................................................................................. 51

z Combining Photos with Brief Movie Vignettes (Motion

Snapshot Mode).....................................................................56

Viewing Motion Snapshots.............................................................. 60

Deleting Motion Snapshots............................................................. 60

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 17), creative (page 26), and advanced movie (page 38) 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 85).

The Reference Manual

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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 and remove all wireless accessories from the camera 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). 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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Introduction

Package Contents

Confirm that the package contains the following items:

Nikon 1 S2 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-E16 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 .................. 38, 39

2 Shutter-release

button .............................. 43, 49, 52, 57

3 Power switch........................................14

4 Power lamp .......................................... 14

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

Self-timer lamp.................................... 64

Red-eye reduction lamp ............ 66, 68

8 Flash pop-up button ..........................67

31 2 54

13 1112

5 6 7

17 18

9 Eyelet for camera strap...................... 10

10 Connector cover

11 Lens release button............................ 13

12 Dust shield..................................... 84, 85

13 Lens mount .......................................... 12

14 Mounting mark ................................... 12

15 Body cap ............................................... 82

16 Built-in flash ......................................... 65

17 HDMI connector

18 USB connector .....................................79

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 ............20, 54, 60

3 G (menu) button .......................... 5

4 Multi selector

J (OK) button

& (feature) ............................................. 8

E (exposure compensation)

M (flash mode).....................................65

C (continuous shooting/

self-timer)..................................... 61, 63

* 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 ................19

6 O (delete) button................................ 22

7 Power connector cover

for optional power connector

8 Battery-chamber/memory card slot

cover latch........................................... 11

9 Battery-chamber/

memory card slot cover ................... 11

10 Tripod socket 11 Speaker

Cradle the lens with your left hand.

J button

The Monitor

421 3 5 6 7 8 9 1011

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 ..............................24

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

Best moment capture

selection ....................................... 47, 51

Advanced movie selection ........ 38, 41

Exposure mode ...................................72

3 Flexible program indicator...............29

4 Flash mode.................................... 66, 68

5 Self-timer ..............................................63

Continuous mode*............................. 61

6 Active D-Lighting*............................. 73

7 Picture Control*..................................74

8 White balance*...................................74

9 Frame size/frame rate........................74

10 Image size*..........................................72

11 Image quality*....................................72

12 Focus mode*................................. 73, 74

13 AF-area mode*............................. 73, 74

14 Face-priority*................................ 23, 73

15 Focus area............................... 19, 73, 74

16 AF-area brackets

17 Flash compensation ...........................73

18 Exposure compensation

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

setup menu (0 75).

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

19 Flash-ready indicator ........................ 69

20 “k” (appears when memory remains

for over 1000 exposures)

21 Number of exposures remaining....16

Number of shots remaining before

memory buffer fills White balance recording indicator

Card warning indicator...................... 92

22 Time available...................................... 39

23 ISO sensitivity ......................................74

24 ISO sensitivity indicator.....................74

Auto ISO sensitivity indicator

25 Aperture......................................... 31, 32

26 Shutter speed ............................... 30, 32

27 Metering ........................................ 73, 74

28 Battery indicator

29 Sound settings*.................................. 75

30 Autoexposure (AE) lock

indicator .............................................. 75

31 Auto distortion control...................... 73

32 Auto image capture ........................... 74

33 Microphone sensitivity

34 Time elapsed........................................ 39

35 Recording indicator............................ 39

12 13 14

15 16 17

18 19

The G Button

The shooting mode and 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.

Playback menu (0 71): Shooting menu (0 72): Adjust playback settings. Adjust settings for still

photography.

Shooting mode menu (0 6): Choose a shooting mode.

Movie menu (0 73): Setup menu (0 75): Adjust movie-recording options. Adjust basic camera settings.

Image processing menu (0 74): Adjust white balance, ISO sensitivity, Picture Controls, and other image processing settings for photographs and movies.

G button

❚❚ Choosing a Shooting Mode

To display the shooting mode menu, press the G button, highlight Shoot- ing mode, and press J. Use the multi selector to highlight a shooting mode and press J to select the highlighted option.

z Motion Snapshot mode (0 56): 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 47): Choose Active Selection to select the best picture from ten shots in temporary storage or Smart Photo Selector to let the camera pick the best shot based on composition and movement.

C Auto mode (0 17): Let the camera pick the set- tings for photographs and movies.

w Creative mode (0 26): 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 38): Choose an exposure mode and adjust shutter-speed or aperture or record movies in slow or fast motion or with other special effects.

❚❚ Using the Menus

Use the multi selector (0 3) to navigate the playback, shooting, movie, image processing, and setup 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 exit the menus and return to shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway (0 19).

Choosing a Menu

To display another menu, press 4 in Step 1 and then press 1 or 3 to highlight the desired icon. Press 2 to position the cursor in the highlighted menu.

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 19 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. In auto mode, pressing & displays the shooting mode menu (0 6).

First Steps

Attach the camera strap.

Attach the strap securely to the two camera eyelets.

Charge the battery.

Insert the battery into the charger q and plug the charger in

w. An exhausted battery fully charges in about three 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. The shape of the 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. Attempting to forcibly remove the plug adapter could damage the product.

Insert the battery and a memory card.

16GB

The camera stores pictures on microSD, microSDHC, and microSDXC memory cards (available separately; 0 83). Before inserting the battery or memory cards, check that they 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. Do not attempt to insert the card at an angle; failure to observe this precaution could damage the product.

Front

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 75). 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 (0 79).

Attach a lens.

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

Remove the rear lens cap

Remove the camera body cap

Mounting mark (camera)

Keeping the mounting marks aligned, position the lens on the camera

Mounting mark (lens)

Rotate the lens as shown until it clicks into place.

If the lens supports vibration reduction (VR), vibration reduction can be controlled from the camera (0 73, 0 74).

Detaching the Lens

Be sure the lens is retracted before removal. To remove the lens, turn the camera off, then press and hold the lens release button (q) while turning the lens clockwise (w). After removing the lens, replace the camera body cap, the rear lens cap, and, if applicable, the front lens cap.

Lenses with Retractable Lens Barrel Buttons

Lenses with retractable lens barrel buttons can not be used when retracted. To unlock and extend the lens, readying the camera for use, keep the retractable lens barrel button pressed (q) while rotating the zoom ring as shown (w). The lens can be retracted and the zoom ring locked by pressing the button and rotating the ring in the opposite direction. Be careful not to press the retractable lens barrel button while attaching or removing the lens.

Zoom ring

Retractable lens barre

button

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. If the lens is equipped with a front lens cap, remove the cap before shooting. If a 1 NIKKOR VR 10–30mm f/3.5–5.6 PD-ZOOM lens is attached, the lens will automatically extend when the camera is turned on and retract when the camera is turned off.

Turn ing th e Cam era Of f

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

Auto Power Off

If no operations are performed for about a minute, the display will turn off and the power lamp start to flash. The camera can be reactivated by operating the shutter-release button. If no operations are performed for about three minutes after the display has turned off, the camera will turn off automatically.

Lenses with Retractable Lens Barrel Buttons

The camera will turn on automatically when the retractable lens barrel lock is released; in addition, if the view through the lens is displayed or the monitor is off, the camera will turn off 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).

Choose a language.

A language-selection dialog will be displayed the first time the camera is turned on. Use the multi selector and J button to choose a language.

Set the clock.

Use the multi selector and J button (0 3) to set the time and date. Note

that the camera uses a 24-hour clock.

Press 4 or 2 to highlight time

zone and press J.

Press 1 or 3 to highlight daylight

saving time option and press J.

Note: Language and clock can be changed at any time using Language (0 75) and Time zone and date (0 75) options in setup menu.

Check the battery level and memory card capacity.

Press 1 or 3 to highlight date

Press 4 or 2 to highlight items

and press 1 or 3 to change. Press J to exit to shooting display when

Check the battery level and number of exposures remaining in the monitor (0 4).

format and press J.

setup is complete.

Battery level

Exposures remaining

Taking and Viewing Photographs

This chapter describes how to take, view, and delete photographs in auto and creative mode.

Point-and-Shoot Photography (Auto Mode)

Follow the steps below to take photographs in auto mode, a “point-and-shoot” mode in which the camera automatically detects the subject type and adjusts settings according to the subject and situation.

Turn the camera on.

Press the power switch to turn the camera on.

Select C mode.

Press the G button to display the menus. Select Shooting mode, then highlight C (auto) and press J (0 6).

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.

Frame the photograph.

Position your subject in the center of the frame.

Using a Zoo m 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. During movie recording with the 1 NIKKOR VR 10–30mm f/3.5–5.6 PD-ZOOM, the zoom rate is unaffected by the speed with which the ring is rotated.

Zoom in

Zoom out

Zoom ring

Focus.

Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus. If the subject is poorly lit, the flash may pop up (0 65) and 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.

Shoot.

Smoothly press the shutterrelease 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 when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway). Do not

eject the memory card or remove the battery until the lamp has gone out and recording is complete.

Focus area

Memory card access lamp

The Framing Grid

A framing grid can be displayed by selecting On for Display > Grid display in the setup menu (0 75).

Viewing Photographs

Press K to display your most recent pho-

tograph 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 J and rotate the multi selector clockwise. Rotate counterclockwise to zoom out. To view multiple images, rotate the multi selector counterclockwise when the picture is displayed full frame.

K button

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

The & (Feature) Menu (0 8)

The following options can be accessed by pressing & when a photo is displayed:

1 2

See Also

The Display > Playback option in the setup menu can be used to toggle photo info on or off (0 75). The Slide show option in the playback menu can also be used for slide shows.

1 Start slide show .................................. 71

2 Wi-Fi upload*...................................... 71

3 Protect................................................... 71

4 Rating.................................................... 71

5 Crop ....................................................... 71

6 Resize .................................................... 71

7 D-Lighting............................................ 71

* Displayed when optional WU-1a

wireless mobile adapter is connected.

Deleting Pictures

To delete the current picture, press O. Note that once deleted, pictures 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.

Delete the photograph.

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

O button

Deleting Multiple Pictures

The Delete option in the playback menu (0 71) can be used to delete all or selected pictures.

Face P riority

The camera detects and focuses on portrait subjects (face priority). 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 mode, the camera automatically analyzes the subject and selects the appropriate scene. The selected scene is shown in the monitor.

c Portra it: 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. g Night landscape: Poorly-lit landscapes and cityscapes. Z Auto : Subjects that do not fall into the categories listed above.

Scene icon

Live Image Control

Live image controls let you preview how changes to each control will affect the final photograph. To choose a live image control for auto mode, press J to display the live image control menu, then use the multi selector to highlight a control and press J to view the effect. Rotate the multi selector to choose a setting and press J to select.

Active D-Lighting: Preserve details in highlights and shadows for natural contrast.

Background softening: Soften background details to make your subject stand out, or bring both background and foreground into focus.

Increase effect

Reduce effectActive D-Lighting: High Active D-Lighting: Low

Sharpen background

Soften background

Background sharp Background softened

Motion control: Suggest motion by blurring

Freeze motion

moving objects, or “freeze” motion to capture moving objects clearly.

Blur motion

Freeze motion Blur motion

Brightness control: Make pictures brighter

Brighter

or darker.

DarkerBrighter Darker

Live Image Control

Continuous shooting is not available (0 61) and the built-in flash can not be used when live image control is in effect. Pressing the movierecord button cancels live image control.

Choosing a Creative Mode

Choose creative mode to match settings to the subject or situation, take photos using special effects, or control shutter speed and aperture.

Select w mode.

Press the G button to display the menus. Highlight Shooting mode and press J, then highlight w (cre-

ative mode) and press J (0 6).

Choose an option.

Press & (feature) on the multi selector to display the & menu, then highlight Creative and press J. Highlight an option suited to your subject and creative intent (0 27) and press J.

Choosing a Mode That Matches the Subject or Situation

Choose a creative mode according to the subject or situation:

Option Description

The camera sets shutter speed and aperture for opti-

Programmed auto (P)

Shutter-priority auto (S)

Aperture-priority auto (A)

Manual (M) You control both shutter speed and aperture (0 32).

Creative Palette (4)

HDR (5) Photograph high-contrast scenes (0 35).

Soft (q)

Miniature effect (r)

Selective color (s)

Cross process (6)

Toy camera effect (7)

mal exposure (0 29). 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 (0 30). Use to freeze or blur motion. You choose the aperture; the camera selects a shutter speed for best results (0 31). Use to blur the background or bring both foreground and background into focus.

Rotate the palette to choose creative effects while previewing them in the display (0 34).

Shoot photographs with a soft filter effect. Use the & (feature) menu (0 28) to select the amount of softening and to choose how softening applies to portraits. 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 a selected hue appears in color (0 36).

Choose a base color to create photographs with different hues (0 37). Alter color saturation and reduce peripheral illumination for a toy camera effect (0 73). The effect can be adjusted using the & menu (0 28).

The & (Feature) Menu (0 8)

Pressing & in creative mode displays the items listed below. The items available vary with the option selected for creative mode (0 27).

1 2

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

2 Creative..................................................26

3 Shutter speed................................ 30, 32

4 Aperture ......................................... 31, 32

5 ISO sensitivity.......................................74

6 AF-area mode ......................................73

Focus mode ..........................................73

Metering................................................73

Picture Control.....................................74

White balance......................................74

Select color ...........................................36

Filter strength Port rait

Hue .........................................................37

Saturation .............................................73

Vignetting .............................................73

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

P, S, A, and M modes offer varying degrees of control over shutter

speed and aperture. Choose a mode and adjust settings according to your creative intent.

❚❚ P Programmed Auto

In this mode, the camera automatically adjusts shutter speed and aperture for optimal exposure in most situations. This mode is recommended for snapshots and other situations in which you want to leave the camera in charge of shutter speed and aperture.

Choosing a Combination of Shutter Speed and Aperture

Although the shutter speed and aperture chosen by the camera will produce optimal results, you can also choose from other combinations that will produce the same exposure (“flexible program”). Rotate the multi selector clockwise for large apertures (low f-numbers) that blur background details or fast shutter speeds that “freeze” motion. Rotate the multi selector counterclockwise for small apertures (high f-numbers) that increase depth of field or slow shutter speeds that blur motion. U is displayed while flexible program is in effect.

Restoring Default Shutter Speed and Aper ture Settings

To restore default shutter speed and aperture settings, rotate the multi selector until U is no longer displayed or turn the camera off. The default shutter speed and aperture is automatically restored when the camera enters standby mode.

❚❚ S Shutter-Priority Auto

In shutter-priority auto, you choose the shutter speed while the camera automatically selects the aperture that will produce the optimal exposure. Use slow shutter speeds to suggest motion by blurring moving subjects, fast shutter speeds to “freeze” motion.

Fast shutter speed (

160 0 s) Slow shutter speed (1 s)

Choosing a Shutter Speed

Rotate the multi selector to choose from

shutter speeds between 30 s and

16,000 s.

Rotate the selector clockwise for faster shutter speeds, counterclockwise for slower shutter speeds.

Continuous Shooting

The selected shutter speed may change when a frame rate of 10 fps or faster is selected in continuous shooting mode (0 61).

❚❚ AAperture-Priority Auto

In aperture-priority auto, you choose the aperture while the camera automatically selects the shutter speed that will produce the optimal exposure. Large apertures (low f-numbers) reduce depth of field, blurring objects behind and in front of the main subject. Small apertures (high f-numbers) increase depth of field, bringing out details in the background and foreground. Short field depths are generally used in portraits to blur background details, long field depths in landscape photographs to bring the foreground and background into focus.

Large aperture (f/5.6) Small aperture (f/16)

Choosing an Aperture

Rotate the multi selector counterclockwise for larger apertures (lower f-numbers), clockwise for smaller apertures (higher f-numbers). The minimum and maximum values depend on the lens currently in use.

❚❚ MManual

In manual mode, you control both shutter speed and aperture.

Choosing Shutter Speed and Aperture

Adjust shutter speed and aperture with reference to the exposure indicator (see below). Press 2 to highlight shutter speed or aperture and rotate the multi selector to choose a value, then repeat for the remaining item. Rotate the selec-

tor clockwise for faster shutter speeds or smaller apertures (higher f-numbers), counterclockwise for slower shutter

Shutter speed

speeds and larger apertures (lower fnumbers). Shutter speeds can be set to

values as fast as

16,000 s or as slow as 30 s,

or to “Bulb” to hold the shutter open indefinitely for a long time-exposure. Aperture can be set to values between the minimum and maximum for the lens.

Press 2 to highlight

aperture.

perture

Press 2 to highlight

shutter speed.

The Exposure Indicator

When shutter speeds other than “Bulb” are selected, the exposure indicator shows whether the photograph would be underor over-exposed at current settings.

Optimal exposure Underexposed by

ISO Sensitivity (P, S, A, and M Modes)

When an “auto” option is selected for ISO sensitivity (0 74), the camera will automatically adjust sensitivity within the selected range if optimal exposure can not be achieved at the selected shutter speed or aperture.

3 EV Overexposed by over 2 EV

The Creative Palette

Choose a creative effect. Rotate the multi selector to choose the effect while previewing the results in the monitor. The effect changes gradually as the multi selector is rotated.

Press the shutter-release button all the way down to take a picture with the selected effect. The built-in flash can not be used.

Scene Detec tion

The camera automatically adjusts settings to suit the subject and situation. The effects available vary with the type of subject detected. To reset the palette, press J while the creative palette is displayed.

HDR

Details in highlights and shadows are preserved using HDR (high dynamic range). 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. Some time may be required to process the pictures; the final photograph will be displayed when processing is complete.

First exposure

(darker)

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.

Second exposure

(brighter)

Combined HDR

image

Selective Color

Take black-and-white pictures in which one hue appears in a color.

Choose Select color.

Press & to display the & (feature) menu, then highlight Select color and press J.

Choose a color.

Use the multi selector to choose a color and press J.

Tak e pictur es.

Press the shutter-release button all the way down to take pictures. Only the selected hue will appear in color; all other hues will be recorded in shades of gray.

Cross Process

Select a base hue to take pictures with modified colors.

Select Hue.

Press & to display the & (feature) menu, then highlight Hue and press J.

Choose a color.

Use the multi selector to choose a base color (red, green, blue, or yellow) and press J.

Take pictures.

Press the shutter-release button all the way down to take pictures with modified colors.

Recording and Viewing Movies

Recording Movies

Use the movie-record button to record movies in auto, creative, and advanced movie mode.

Turn the camera on.

Press the power switch to turn the camera on.

Choose a shooting mode.

Press the G button to display the menus, then highlight Shooting mode and press J. Highlight C (auto), w (creative), or v (advanced movie) and press J (0 6). In advanced movie mode, you can choose a movie type using the Advanced movie option in the & menu (0 41).

Frame the opening shot.

Frame the opening shot with your subject in the center of the display. If Slow motion is selected in advanced movie mode (0 41), press the shutterrelease button halfway to focus.

The 0 Icon

A 0 icon indicates that movies can not be recorded.

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. Except when recording slowmotion movies, the camera focuses continuously.

End recording.

Movie-record button

Recording indicator/ Time e laps ed

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, the lens is removed, or the camera becomes hot (0 xii).

Maximum Length

The camera can record movies up to 4 GB in size; note that depending on memory card write speed, shooting may end before this length is reached (0 83).

Movie-record button

❚❚ Shooting Mode

Movies can be recorded in the shooting modes listed below. Movies can not be recorded in best moment capture or Motion Snapshot modes.

C Auto mode (0 17)

Choose this mode to leave the camera in charge of choosing settings. The camera automatically adjusts settings according to the subject and situation.

w Creative mode (0 26)

Movie Sound

The Movie sound options item in the movie menu offers microphone sensitivity and wind noise options (0 74).

Record movies in exposure mode P (programmed auto). If Creative Palette is selected, the chosen effect will be applied to the movie (0 34).

v Advanced movie mode (0 41)

Choose an exposure mode (0 73) and adjust shutter speed or aperture, or record movies in slow or fast motion or with other special effects.

❚❚ Advanced Movie Options

In v (advanced movie) mode, the following options can be accessed by pressing & and selecting Advanced movie in the & (feature) menu.

0 HD movie Record high-definition (HD) movies.

Record up to about 2 seconds of silent slow-motion footage. Slow-motion movies are recorded at 400 fps and play back at about 30 fps.

y Slow motion

1 Fast mot ion

2 Jump cut

3 4-second movie

Recording

Playback

Record silent fast-motion footage that plays back at about 4 times normal speed. Playback time is one quarter the recording time.

Recording

Playback

Record silent jump-cut movies. Recording pauses every other second for a drop-frame effect.

Recording

Playback

Record a 4-second movie clip. Multiple clips can be joined into a single movie using the Combine 4-sec-

ond movies option in the playback menu (0 71).

The & (Feature) Menu (0 8)

Pressing & in advanced movie mode displays the items listed below. The items available vary with the type of movie selected (0 41).

Slow Motion

When slow motion is selected in advanced movie mode, the camera can be focused by pressing the shutter-release button halfway before recording begins. The camera focuses on the subject at the center of the display; face detection (0 23) is not available. Focus and exposure can not be adjusted during recording. The frame rate can be chosen using the Slow motion item in the movie menu (0 74).

Recording Time

The following table lists the approximate maximum recording times for individual movies shot at the default frame rate in each shooting mode.

Auto mode 20 minutes Creative mode 20 minutes

Advanced movie mode

HD movie 20 minutes Slow motion 2 seconds Fast mot ion 5 minutes Jump cut 10 minutes 4-second movie 4 seconds

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

2 Advanced movie .................................41

Exposure mode....................................73

3 Shutter speed................................ 30, 32

4 Aperture ......................................... 31, 32

5 ISO sensitivity.......................................74

6 Picture Control.....................................74

White balance......................................74

Frame size/frame rate ........................74

Slow motion .........................................74

Taking Photographs During Movie Recording

Press the shutter-release button all the way down to take a photograph without interrupting movie recording. Photographs taken during movie recording have an aspect ratio of 3 : 2.

Taking Photographs During Movie Recording

Up to 10 photographs can be taken with each movie shot. Please note that photographs can not be taken with slow-motion movies.

Focus Lock

If Single AF is selected for Focus mode in the movie menu for advanced movie mode, focus will lock while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway (0 74).

Viewing Movies

Movies are indicated by a 1 icon in full-frame playback (0 20). Press 3 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 4× to 8× to 16×. If playback is paused, the movie rewinds or advances one frame at a time; keep the button pressed for continuous rewind or advance.

Rotate the multi selector to adjust volume.

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

Volume Guide

The & (Feature) Menu (0 8)

The following options can be accessed by pressing & when a movie is displayed:

1 2

1 Start slide show .................................. 71

2 Wi-Fi upload*...................................... 71

3 Protect................................................... 71

4 Rating.................................................... 71

5 Edit movie ............................................ 71

* Displayed when optional WU-1a

wireless mobile adapter is connected.

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

See Also

The Edit movie option in the playback menu can be used to trim unwanted footage from existing movies (0 71).

Use the Frame Size/Frame Rate option in the movie menu to choose the frame size and rate for HD movies (0 74), the Slow motion option to choose the frame rate for slow-motion movies (0 74).

Recording Movies

Flicker, banding, or distortion may be visible in the display 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 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 s at 50 Hz, motion movies). Bright light sources may leave 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.

The movie crop is shown in the monitor.

60 s at 60 Hz; flicker reduction is not available with slow-

The Movie Crop

100

Normal crop (16 : 9) Slow-motion movie crop

(8 : 3)

Other Shooting Modes

In addition to the modes described above, the camera offers u (best moment capture) mode to help with hard-to-time shots and a z (Motion Snapshot) mode that combines photographs with brief movie vignettes (0 56).

u Choosing the Moment (Best Moment Capture)

Choose a shot from 10 frames recorded to temporary storage shortly before or after the shutter is released (Active Selection) or let the camera choose the best shot based on composition and movement (Smart Photo Selector).

Choosing a Shot Manually (Active Selection)

Choose up to 10 shots from 10 frames recorded shortly before or after the shutter-release button is pressed all the way down.

Select u mode.

Press the G button to display the menus. Highlight Shooting mode and press J, then highlight u (best moment capture) and press J (0 6).

Choose Active Selection.

Press & (feature) to display the & menu. Highlight Best moment cap-

ture and press J, then highlight Active Selection and press J.

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 19). A & icon will be displayed as the camera begins recording images to the memory buffer.

Shoot.

Smoothly press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down. The 10 frames recorded to the buffer in the moments before and after the shutterrelease button was pressed all the way down will be copied to temporary storage.

Select up to 10 frames.

Press 4 or 2 to scroll through the frames and press 1 or 3 to select or deselect. Selected images are indicated by a p icon, while the remaining images are marked with O icons to show that they will be deleted.

Save the selected frames.

Press J to save the selected frames to the memory card. The memory card access lamp will light while recording is in progress; note that some time may be required to save the selected images.

Active Selec tion

At default settings, the frame recorded at the moment the shutterrelease button was pressed all the way down is automatically marked with a p icon in Step 6.

The & (Feature) Menu (0 8)

Pressing & in best moment capture mode displays the items listed below. The items available vary with the mode selected (0 47, 51).

Best Moment Capture Mode

Movies can not be recorded, and pressing the movie-record button has no effect. The flash can not be used.

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

2 Best moment capture ........................47

Exposure mode....................................72

3 Shutter speed................................ 30, 32

4 Aperture ......................................... 31, 32

5 ISO sensitivity.......................................74

6 On release, record

Capture 10 frames over Frames saved (default)

Number of shots saved......................72

Letting the Camera Choose the Moment (Smart Photo Selector)

The Smart Photo Selector helps you 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.

Select u mode.

Press the G button to display the menus. Highlight Shooting mode and press J, then highlight u (best moment capture) and press J (0 6).

Choose Smart Photo Selector.

Press & (feature) to display the & menu. Highlight Best moment cap-

ture and press J, then highlight Smart Photo Selector and press J.

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 19). A & 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 while the shutter-release 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 all the way down, and select five to copy to the memory card. Note that some time may be required. The best picture is displayed in the monitor when recording is complete.

Smart Photo Selector

The camera automatically chooses a scene mode appropriate to the subject.

❚❚ Viewing Photos Taken with the Smart Photo Selector

Press K and use the multi selector to display photographs taken with the Smart Photo Selector (0 20; pictures taken with the Smart Photo Selector are indicated by a y icon). Of the photographs recorded by the Smart Photo Selector, only the best shot will be displayed (when you press 2 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 cur-

rent picture). To end playback and return to shooting mode, press the shutterrelease 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 3. 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

❚❚ 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 best shot candidates, or press K to exit without 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 the best shot candidates, but not picture 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

z Combining Photos with Brief Movie Vignettes (Motion Snapshot Mode)

Record brief movie vignettes with your photographs. 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.

Select z mode.

Press the G button to display the menus. Highlight Shooting mode and press J, then highlight z (Motion Snapshot), and press J (0 6).

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 19). A & 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 1.6 s of movie footage beginning before and ending after the time the shutter-release button was pressed all the way down. Note that some time may be required. When recording is complete, the photograph will be displayed for a few seconds.

Ending the Vignette with a Photograph

To make the photograph the same as the last frame in the movie vignette, select 1.6 s : 0 s for Movie before/after (0 72).

Shutter-release button pressed halfway

Shutter-release button

pressed all the way down

Movie footage

The & (Feature) Menu (0 8)

Pressing & in Motion Snapshot mode displays the following items:

1 2

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

2 Exposure mode....................................72

3 Shutter speed................................ 30, 32

4 Aperture ......................................... 31, 32

5 ISO sensitivity.......................................74

6 Movie before/after..............................72

File format.............................................72

Audio......................................................59

❚❚ Audio

To record about four seconds of sound with Motion Snapshots beginning at the start of movie recording, use the multi selector and J button to select Ambient for Audio in the & (feature) menu (0 58). Motion Snapshots can also be recorded with background music (Background music) or no sound (None).

Motion Snapshot Mode

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

See Also

Use the File format option in the shooting menu to save Motion Snapshots in a format that can be viewed in most movie playback software (0 72). Use the Combine NMS movies option in the playback menu to combine the movie portions of multiple Motion Snapshots into a single movie (0 71).

Viewing Motion Snapshots

Press K and use the multi selector to display a Motion Snapshot (0 20; Motion Snapshots are indicated by a z icon). Pressing 3 when a Motion Snapshot is displayed plays back the movie portion in slow motion over a period of about 4 s, followed by the photo; playback is accompanied by the audio track selected using the Audio option (0 59). To end playback and return to shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway.

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.

K button

O button

More on Photography

This section describes other features you can use when taking pictures.

Continuous Mode

Shoot a continuous series (burst) of photographs.

Display release mode options.

Press 4 (C) to display release mode options.

Select I.

Highlight I (continuous) and press 2 to display frame rate options.

Select a frame rate.

Highlight the desired frame rate and press J. Frame rate is expressed in terms of the number of frames recorded per second (fps); choose from frame rates of approximately 5, 10, 20, 30, and 60 fps (I, Q, R, S, and T, respectively). Except when I is selected, the maximum number of shots that can be recorded in a single burst is 10.

Frame your subject and shoot.

Press the shutter-release button all the way down to shoot the burst.

Continuous Mode

Only one picture will be taken if the flash fires when I is selected; at settings of 10, 20, 30, and 60 fps, the built-in flash will not fire.

While photographs are being recorded to the memory card, the memory card access lamp will light. Depending on shooting conditions and memory card write speed, recording may take some time. 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.

Continuous shooting is not available in creative modes other than P, S, A, or M, in best moment capture, advanced movie, or Motion Snapshot mode, or when live image control is used in auto mode (0 24).

Single Frame

To take only one picture each time the shutter-release button is pressed all the way down, select 8 (single frame) for release mode.

Self-Timer Modes

The self-timer is used to delay shutter release until 10 or 2 seconds after the shutter-release button is pressed all the way down.

Display release mode options.

Press 4 (C) to display release mode options.

Select E.

Highlight E (self-timer) and press 2 to display self-timer options.

Select the desired self-timer option.

Use the multi selector to highlight c or a and press J.

Mount the camera on a tripod.

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

Frame the photograph and shoot.

Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus, and then press the button the rest of the way down. The selftimer 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.

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 the self-timer.

Movie Mode

To record movies using the self-timer, select advanced movie mode and use the movie-record button to start the timer. Movie recording ends when the movie-record button is pressed a second time.

Raising the Flash

In P, S, A, or M mode, press the flash pop-up button to raise the flash before shooting. Shooting will be interrupted if the flash is raised while the timer is counting down.

See Also

The Sound settings option in the setup menu controls the beeps that sound when the self-timer is used (0 75).

The Built-in Flash

Use the built-in flash for additional lighting when the subject is poorly lit or to “fill-in” (illuminate) back-lit subjects. The built-in flash is available in the following shooting modes, but note that some camera settings automatically disable the built-in flash:

Auto Pop-up Modes

In C (auto) mode and when soft, miniature effect, selective color, cross process, or toy camera effect is selected in w (creative) mode, the flash will pop-up automatically and fire when required.

Choose a flash mode.

Press 3 (N) on the multi selector to display a list of flash modes, then use the multi selector to highlight the desired mode and press J to select.

Take pictures.

Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus and the rest of the way down to shoot. The flash will pop up and fire when required.

❚❚ Flash Modes

The following flash modes are available in C (auto), q (soft), r (miniature effect), s (selective color), 6 (cross process), and 7 (toy camera effect) modes:

• o (auto flash): When lighting is poor or the subject is backlit,

the flash pops up automatically when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway and fires as required.

• n (auto with red-eye reduction): Use for portraits. The flash

pops up and fires as required, but before it fires, the red-eye reduction lamp lights to help reduce “red-eye.”

• s (off ): The flash does not fire.

Manual Pop-up Modes

When P, S, A, or M is selected in w (creative) mode, the flash must be raised manually. The flash will not fire if it is not raised.

Raise the flash.

Press the flash pop-up button to raise the flash.

Flash pop-up button

Choose a flash mode.

Press 3 (N) on the multi selector to display a list of flash modes, then use the multi selector to highlight the desired mode and press J to select.

Take pictures.

The flash will fire with every shot. To disable the flash, press it gently downward until it latches.

❚❚ Flash Modes

The following flash modes are available when P, S, A, or M is selected in w (creative) mode:

• N (fill flash): The flash fires with every shot.

• NY (red-eye reduction): Use for portraits. The flash fires with

every shot, but before it fires, the red-eye reduction lamp lights to help reduce “red-eye.”

• NYp (red-eye reduction with slow sync): As for “red-eye

reduction”, above, except that shutter speed slows automatically to capture background lighting at night or under low light. Use when you want to include background lighting in portraits. Available only in modes P and A.

• Np (fill flash + slow sync): As for “fill flash”, above, except that

shutter speed slows automatically to capture background lighting at night or under low light. Use when you want to cap-

ture both subject and background. Available only in modes P and A.

• Nr (rear curtain + slow sync): As for “rear-curtain sync”, below,

except that shutter speed slows automatically to capture background lighting at night or under low light. Use when you want to capture both subject and background. Available only in modes P and A.

• Nq (rear-curtain sync): The flash fires just before the shutter

closes, creating a stream of light behind moving light sources as shown below at right. Available only in modes S and M.

Front-curtain sync Rear-curtain sync

• s (off ): The flash does not fire. Available only when built-in flash is raised.

Raising the Flash

When using the flash, be sure it is fully raised as shown at right. Do not touch the flash during shooting.

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.

The Flash-Ready Indicator

The flash-ready indicator (N) lights to show that the flash is fully charged when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.

Preventing the Built-in Flash from Firing

Lowering the flash prevents it firing in modes P, S, A, and M. The flash can also be turned off by selecting a flash mode of s (off).

Using the Built-in Flash

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

Aperture, Sensitivity, and Flash Range

Flash range varies with sensitivity (ISO equivalency) and aperture.

Menu Options

To display the playback, shooting, movie, image processing, and setup menus, press the G button. Following menu options are available:

❚❚ Playback Menu Options

Option Description

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

Image review

Rotate tall

Wi-Fi upload

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.

Face -priori ty zoom

Edit movie

Combine 4-second movies

Combine NMS movies

Choose whether pictures are displayed after shooting. Rotate “tall” (portrait-orientation) pictures for display during playback. Upload selected photos to smart devices via wireless networks when a WU-1a wireless mobile adapter is connected.

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

Choose whether 4 and 2 can be used during playback zoom to select faces detected with face priority. Create copies of movies from which unwanted footage has been trimmed. Combine multiple 4-second movies into a single movie. Make a movie from the movie portions of multiple Motion Snapshots.

G button

❚❚ Shooting Menu Options

Option Description Reset shooting options Creative Choose a creative mode.

Best moment capture

Exposure mode

Image quality Choose a file format and compression ratio. Image size Choose a size for new photos.

Active Selec tion

Number of shots

saved

Movie before/after

File format

Audio

Select color

Soft

Reset shooting options to default values.

Choose from Active Selection and Smart Photo Selector. Choose how the camera sets shutter speed and aperture in Motion Snapshot mode (0 56) and when Active Selection is chosen in best moment capture mode (0 47).

Choose the frames Active Sel ection (0 47) records to temporary storage, the length of time over which the frames are captured, and the default number of frames saved. Choose the number of shots selected by the Smart Photo Selector (0 51). Choose when the movie portion of Motion Snapshots is recorded (0 56). Choose a file format for new Motion Snapshots (0 56). Choose the audio recorded with Motion Snapshots (0 56). Choose the hue that appears in color in pictures taken with Selective color selected in creative mode. Choose amount of softening applied to pictures taken with Soft selected in creative mode. You can also choose how softening applies to pictures with portrait subjects.

Option Description

Hue

Toy cam era e ffe ct

Metering Choose how the camera meters exposure. Auto distortion control Active D-Lighting Avoid loss of detail in highlights and shadows. Long exposure NR Reduce noise in long time-exposures.

Optical VR

Electronic VR

Focus mode Choose how the camera focuses. AF-area mode Choose how the focus area is selected. Face -prior ity Turn face priority on or off. Built-in AF assist Control the built-in AF-assist illuminator. Flash control Choose a flash mode for the built-in flash. Flash compensation Control flash output.

Underwater flash

Choose base hue for pictures taken with Cross process selected in creative mode.

Adjust saturation and vignetting for pictures taken with Toy ca mera ef fec t selected in creative mode.

Choose whether the camera corrects barrel and pincushion distortion.

Choose whether to use optical vibration reduction with compatible 1 NIKKOR lenses. Choose whether to use electronic vibration reduction in Motion Snapshot mode (0 56). This feature is available even if vibration reduction is not offered by the attached 1 NIKKOR lens.

Choose Enable when using an optional underwater flash unit.

❚❚ Movie Menu Options

Option Description

Reset movie options Reset movie menu options to their default values. Advanced movie Choose a movie type for advanced movie mode.

Exposure mode

Choose how the camera sets exposure in advanced movie mode.

Option Description

Slow motion

Frame size/ frame rate

Metering Choose how the camera meters exposure. Movie sound options Choose sound recording options.

Optical VR

Electronic VR

Focus mode Choose how the camera focuses. AF-area mode Choose how the focus area is selected. Face -prior ity Turn face priority on or off.

Auto image capture

Choose a frame rate for slowmotion movies recorded in advanced movie mode (0 41). Choose a frame size and rate for movies recorded in auto and creative modes and when HD movie is selected in advanced movie mode (0 41).

Choose whether to use optical vibration reduction with compatible 1 NIKKOR lenses. Choose whether to use electronic vibration control when recording movies. This feature is available even if vibration reduction is not offered by the attached 1 NIKKOR lens.

Choose whether the camera takes photos automatically during movie recording and select the number of pictures taken per minute.

❚❚ Image Processing Menu Options

Option Description Reset processing options 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 High ISO noise reduction

Reset image processing options to their default values.

Create custom Picture Controls.

Reduce noise at high ISO sensitivities.

❚❚ Setup Menu Options

Option Description

Reset setup options Reset setup menu options to default values. Format memory card Format the memory card. Slot empty release lock

Display

Silent photography Mute the sounds made during shooting. Sound settings Choose the sounds made during shooting. Auto power off Choose the auto power off delay. 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. Wireless mobile

adapter

Pixel mapping

Firmware version Display the current firmware version.

* Available only when optional WU-1a wireless mobile adapter is attached.

Allow the shutter to be released when no memory card is inserted in the camera. Adjust display brightness, view or hide a framing grid, and choose the information displayed in the monitor.

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.

Enable or disable the wireless mobile adapter.

Check and optimize the camera image sensor and image processors.

Connecting to a Computer

Installing the Supplied Software

Install the supplied software to copy pictures to your computer for viewing and editing. Before installing the software, confirm that your system meets the requirements on page 77.

Launch the installer.

Start the computer, insert the ViewNX 2 installer CD, and launch the installer. A language-selection dialog will be displayed; 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) when installation is complete.

Remove the installer CD from the CD-ROM drive.

Supplied Software

Be sure to update to the latest versions of the supplied software. Nikon Message Center 2 will periodically check for updates while the computer is connected to the Internet.

Motion Snapshots

ViewNX 2 is required to view Motion Snapshots saved using the File format > NMS files option in the shooting menu (0 72).

Supported O perating Systems

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

System Requirements

The system requirements for ViewNX 2 are:

Windows

• Photos: Intel Celeron, Pentium 4, Core Series; 1.6 GHz or better

• Movies (playback): Pentium D 3.0 GHz or better; Intel Core i5

CPU

Memory

(RAM)

Hard disk

space

Graphics

or better recommended when viewing movies with a frame size of 1280 × 720 or more at a frame rate of 30 fps or above or movies with a frame size of 1920 × 1080 or more

• Movies (editing ): Intel Core i5 or better

Pre-installed versions of Windows 8.1, Windows 7, or

Windows Vista

• 32-bit Windows 8.1, Windows 7, or Windows Vista: 1 GB or more

(2 GB or more recommen ded)

• 64-bit Windows 8.1, Windows 7, or Windows Vista: 2 GB or more

(4 GB or more recommen ded)

A minimum of 1 GB available on the startup disk (3 GB or more recommended)

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

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

• Photos: Intel Core or Xeon series

• Movies (playback): Core Duo 2 GHz or better; Intel Core i5 or

CPU

Memory

(RAM)

Hard disk

space

Graphics

better recommended when viewing movies with a frame size of 1280 × 720 or more at a frame rate of 30 fps or above or movies with a frame size of 1920 × 1080 or more

• Movies (editing): Intel Core i5 or better

OS OS X 10.9, 10.8, or 10.7

2 GB or more (4 GB or more recommen ded)

A minimum of 1 GB available on the startup disk (3 GB or more

recommended)

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

more recommended)

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

Mac

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.

• Card slot: If your computer is equipped with a slot for microSD memory cards, the card can be inserted directly in the slot.

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

Start the Nikon Transfer 2 component of ViewNX 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.

Click Start Transfer.

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

Click Start Transfe

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 corresponding to the memory card an d then remove the card from the card reader or card slot.

Viewing Pictures

Pictures are displayed in ViewNX 2 when transfer is complete.

Starting ViewNX 2 Manually

• Window s: Double-click the ViewNX 2 shortcut on the desktop.

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

❚❚ 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.

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 adapters Mount Adapter FT1 Power so urces • Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL22 (0 10–11): Additional

Waterproof

cases

Underwater flash units

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

Wireless mob ile adapters

EN-EL22 batteries are available from local retailers and Nikon-authorized service representatives.

• Battery Charger MH-29 (0 10): Recharge EN-EL22 batteries.

• Power Connector EP-5E, 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-5E power connector is required to connect the camera to the EH-5b, EH-5a, or EH-5.

Waterproof Case WP-N3: In addition to protecting the camera from rain, snow, and spray, this waterproof case can be used to take photographs underwater.

Underwater Speedlight SB-N10: Use with the optional WP-N3 waterproof case.

of dust when a lens is not in place.

Wireless Mobile Adapter WU-1a: Supports two-way communication between the camera and smart devices running the Wireless Mobile Utility app. Use the Wireless Mobile Utility to take pictures remotely or download existing pictures to the smart device.

Optional Accessories

Availability may vary with country or region. See our website or brochures for the latest information.

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.

microSD cards microSDHC cards

SanDisk

Tos hi ba

Panason ic

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-I.

3 Check that any card readers or other devices with

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

2GB

4GB, 8GB, 16GB, 32GB

microSDXC cards

64 GB

—

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

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.

Nikon 1 S2 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Table of Contents

Getting the Most from Your Camera

About This Manual

The Reference Manual

For Your Safety

Notices

Introduction

Package Contents

Parts of the Camera

First Steps

Taking and Viewing Photographs

Point-and-Shoot Photography (Auto Mode)

Viewing Photographs

Deleting Pictures

Live Image Control

Choosing a Creative Mode

Choosing a Mode That Matches the Subject or Situation

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

The Creative Palette

Selective Color

Cross Process

Recording and Viewing Movies

Recording Movies

Taking Photographs During Movie Recording

Viewing Movies

Deleting Movies

Other Shooting Modes

u Choosing the Moment (Best Moment Capture)

Choosing a Shot Manually (Active Selection)

Letting the Camera Choose the Moment (Smart Photo Selector)

z Combining Photos with Brief Movie Vignettes (Motion Snapshot Mode)

Viewing Motion Snapshots

Deleting Motion Snapshots

More on Photography

Continuous Mode

Self-Timer Modes

The Built-in Flash

Auto Pop-up Modes

Manual Pop-up Modes

Menu Options

❚❚ Playback Menu Options

❚❚ Shooting Menu Options

❚❚ Movie Menu Options

❚❚ Image Processing Menu Options

❚❚ Setup Menu Options

Connecting to a Computer

Installing the Supplied Software

System Requirements

Viewing and Editing Pictures on a Computer

Transferring Pictures

Viewing Pictures

Technical Notes

Optional Accessories

Approved Memory Cards

Storage and Cleaning

Storage

Cleaning