Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon digital camera. To get
the most from your camera, please be sure to read all instructions thoroughly and keep them where they will be read by all
who use the product.
Camera Settings
The explanations in this manual assume that default settings are used.
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
D
use to prevent damage to the camera.
This icon marks notes; information that should be read before
A
using the camera.
This icon marks references to other pages in this manual.
0
The 1, 3, 4, and 2 symbols represent up, down, left, and right on the
multi selector.
Digitutor
“Digitutor”, a series of “watch and learn” manuals in movie form, is available from the following website:
http://www.nikondigitutor.com/index_eng.html
A For Your Safety
Before using the camera for the first time, read the safety instructions in
“For Your Safety” (0 x–xii).
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Getting the Most from Your Camera0ii
Table of Contents0iv
Introduction01
s
Auto Mode0 23
z
Creative Mode0 33
6
Best Moment Capture Mode0 45
b
Motion Snapshot Mode0 53
9
Recording and Viewing Movies0 57
y
More on Photography0 67
t
More on Playback0 79
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Connections0 91
Q
The Playback Menu0 107
o
The Shooting Menu0 117
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The Movie Menu0 137
(
The Image Processing Menu0 141
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The Setup Menu0 155
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Technical Notes0 163
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Getting the Most from Your Camera
Take photoswith the shutter-release button.
Photos can be taken in any
mode by pressing the shutterrelease button. See page 8 for
more information.
Shutter-release button
Shoot movieswith the movie-record button.
Movies can be recorded by
pressing the movie-record button in auto (0 31), creative
(0 43), and advanced movie
(0 57) modes.
Movie-record button
Create short movies with music.
Install the supplied software (0 91), copy photos and movies
to your computer using ViewNX 2 (0 95), and use Short Movie
Creator to create short movies (0 98).
View short movies in high definition.
Tra nsf er short movies to the camera (0 99) and use an HDMI
cable to connect the camera to an HDTV (0 100).
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Accessories
Expand your photographic horizons with a wide variety of interchangeable lenses and other accessories (0 163).
Lens es
Software for
Nikon digital
cameras
(available on
CD)
Wate rpr oof
cases
Wireless
mobile
adapters
Mount
adapters
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Getting the Most from Your Camera .........................................ii
Nikon 1 S1 Digital Camera.............................................................. 188
Battery Life ...........................................................................................204
Index ............................................................................................205
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For Your Safety
To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others,
read the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equipment. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the produc t will
read them.
The consequences that could result from failure to observe the precautions
listed in this section are indicated by the following symbol:
This icon marks warnings. To prevent possible injury, read all warn-
A
ings before using this Nikon product.
❚❚WARNINGS
Keep the sun out of the frame. Keep the
A
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-
A
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. Contin ued
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
A
gas. Do not use electronic equipment
in the presence of flammable gas, as
this could result in explosion or fire.
Do not disassemble. Touching the prod-
A
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
A
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
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an infant or child. Placing the camera
strap around the neck of an infant or
child could result in strangulation.
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Do not remain in contact with the camera,
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battery, or charger for extended periods
while the devices are on or in use. Parts of
the device become hot. Leaving the
device in direct contact with the skin
for extended periods may result in
low-temperature burns.
Do not aim the flash at the operator of a
A
motor vehicle. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in accidents.
Observe caution when using a flash.
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• Using the camera with the flash in
close contact with the skin or other
objects could cause burns.
• Using a flash close to the subject’s
eyes could cause temporary visual
impairment. Particular care should
be observed when photographing
infants, when the flash should be no
less than one meter (39 in.) from the
subject.
Avoid contact with liquid crystal. Should
A
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.
Observe proper precautions when handling
A
batteries. Batteries may leak or
explode if improperly handled.
Observe the following precautions
when handling batteries for use in
this product:
• Use only batteries approved for use
in this equipment.
• Do not short or disassemble the
battery.
• Be sure the product is off before
replacing the battery. If you are
using an AC adapter, be sure it is
unplugged.
• Do not attempt to insert the batter y
upside down or backwards.
• Do not expose the battery to flame
or to excessive heat.
• Do not immerse in or expose to
water.
• Replace the terminal cover when
transporting the battery. Do not
transport or store the battery with
metal objects such as necklaces or
hairpins.
• Batteries are prone to leakage when
fully discharged. To avoid damage
to the product, be sure to remove
the battery when no charge
remains.
• When the battery is not in use,
attach the terminal cover and store
in a cool, dry place.
• The battery may be hot immedi-
ately after use or when the product
has been used on battery power for
an extended period. Before removing the battery turn the camera off
and allow the battery to cool.
• Discontinue use immediately
should you notice any changes in
the battery, such as discoloration or
deformation.
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Observe proper precautions when handling
A
the charger:
• Keep dry. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in fire or
electric shock.
• Do not short the charger terminals.
Failure to observe this precaution
could result in overheating and
damage to the charger.
• Dust on or near the metal parts of
the plug should be removed with a
dry cloth. Continued use could
result in fire.
• Do not go near the charger during
thunderstorms. Failure to observe
this precaution could result in electric shock.
• Do not handle the plug or charger
with wet hands. Failure to observe
this precaution could result in electric shock.
• Do not use with travel converters or
adapters designed to convert from
one voltage to another or with DCto-AC inverters. Failure to observe
this precaution could damage the
product or cause overheating or fire.
Use appropriate cables. When connect-
A
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-
A
ware or manuals should not be
played back on audio CD equipment.
Playing CD-ROMs on an audio CD
player could cause hearing loss or
damage the equipment.
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Notices
• No part of the manuals included
with this product may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed,
stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form,
by any means, without Nikon’s prior
written permission.
• Nikon reserves the right to change
the specifications of the hardware
and software described in these
manuals at any time and without
prior notice.
Notice for Customers in Canada
CAUTION
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Notice for Customers in Europe
CAUTION: RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT
TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.
This symbol indicates that
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).
ATTENTION
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B
est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du
Canada.
This symbol on the battery
indicates that the battery is
to be collected separately.
The following apply only to
users in European countries:
• All batteries, whether marked with
this symbol or not, are designated
for separate collection at an appropriate collection point. Do not dispose of as household waste.
• For more information, contact the
retailer or the local authorities in
charge of waste management.
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Notice for Customers in the U.S. A.
The Battery Charger
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS—SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
DANGER—TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS
For connection to a supply not in the U.S.A., use an attachment plug adapter
of the proper configuration for the power outlet if needed. This power unit
is intended to be correctly oriented in a vertical or floor mount position.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequenc y Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and
found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in
a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving
antenna.
• Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/television technician for help.
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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 afterhandling.
Nikon Inc., 1300 Walt Whitman Road,
Melville, New York 11747-3064, U.S.A.
Tel.: 631-547-4200
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Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction
Note that simply being in possession of material that has been digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera, or other device may
be punishable by law.
• Items prohibited by law from being copied
or reproduced
Do not copy or reproduce paper
money, coins, securities, government bonds, or local government
bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are stamped “Sample.”
The copying or reproduction of
paper money, coins, or securities
which are circulated in a foreign
country is prohibited.
Unless the prior permission of the
government has been obtained, the
copying or reproduction of unused
postage stamps or post cards issued
by the government is prohibited.
The copying or reproduction of
stamps issued by the government
and of certified documents stipulated by law is prohibited.
Disposing of Data Storage Devices
Please note that deleting images or formatting memory cards or other data
storage devices does not completely erase the original image data. Deleted
files can sometimes be recovered from discarded storage devices using commercially available software, potentially resulting in the malicious use of personal image data. Ensuring the privacy of such data is the user’s
responsibility.
Before discarding a data storage device or transferring ownership to another
person, erase all data using commercial deletion software, or format the
device and then completely refill it with images containing no private information (for example, pictures of empty sky). Care should be taken to avoid
injury when physically destroying data storage devices.
• Cautions on certain copies and reproduc-
tions
The government has issued cautions
on copies or reproductions of securities
issued by private companies (shares,
bills, checks, gift certificates, etc.), commuter passes, or coupon tickets, except
when a minimum of necessary copies
are to be provided for business us e by a
company. Also, do not copy or reproduce passports issued by the government, licenses issued by public
agencies and private groups, ID cards,
and tickets, such as passes and meal
coupons.
• Comply with copyright notices
The copying or reproduction of
copyrighted creative works such as
books, music, paintings, woodcuts,
prints, maps, drawings, movies, and
photographs is governed by
national and international copyright
laws. Do not use this product for the
purpose of making illegal copies or
to infringe copyright laws.
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
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Only Nikon brand accessories certified by Nikon specifically for use
with your Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven to operate
within its operational and safety requirements. T
ACCESSORIES
RANTY.
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The camera is a precision device and requires regular servicing. Nikon
recommends that the camera be inspected by the original retailer or a
Nikon-authorized service representative once every one to two years,
and that it be serviced once every three to five years (note that fees
apply to these services). Frequent inspection and servicing are particularly recommended if the camera is used professionally. Any accessories regularly used with the camera, such as lenses, should be included
when the camera is inspected or serviced.
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Before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at weddings or
before taking the camera on a trip), take a test shot to ensure that the
camera is functioning normally. Nikon will not be held liable for damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction.
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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/
COULDDAMAGEYOURCAMERAANDMAYVOIDYOUR NIKONWAR-
Servicing the Camera and Accessories
Before Taking Important Pictures
Life-Long Learning
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Introduction
s
Before You Begin
Before using your camera for the first time, confirm that the
package contains the items listed in the User’s Manual.
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Parts of the Camera
Take a few moments to familiarize yourself with camera controls
and displays. You may find it helpful to bookmark this section
and refer to it as you read through the rest of the manual.
34 Time elapsed.................................59, 63
35 Recording indicator.....................59, 63
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13
14
15
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The Framing Grid
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A framing grid can be displayed by selecting
On for Display > Grid display in the setup
menu (0 157).
See also
A
For information on adjusting monitor brightness, see page 157.
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The Multi Selector
The multi selector and J button are used
to adjust settings and navigate the camera menus.
s
Settings: &
See page 11.
Menu navigation: 1
Move cursor up.
Settings:
C
View continuous
shooting/self-timer
menu (0 67).
Menu navigation: 4
Return to previous
menu.
Settings: M
View flash mode menu (0 72).
Menu navigation: 3
Move cursor down.
The Multi Selector
A
Items can be highlighted by rotating the multi selector
as shown at right.
Multi selector
Select highlighted
item.
Settings: E
View exposure compensation menu
(0 71).
Menu navigation: 2
Select highlighted item
or display sub-menu.
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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 (0 107):Shooting menu (0 117):
Adjust playback settings.
Shooting mode
menu (0 8):
Choose a
shooting
mode.
Movie menu (0 137):Setup menu (0 155):
Adjust movie-recording options.Adjust basic camera settings.
Image processing menu (0 141):
Adjust white balance, ISO sensitivity, Picture Controls, and other image
processing settings for photographs and movies.
Adjust settings for still
photography.
G button
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❚❚ 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.
s
zMotion Snapshot mode (0 53): 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.
uBest moment capture mode (0 45): Choose the
moment to release the shutter as the scene
plays back in slow motion (slow view), or let the
camera choose the best shot based on composition and motion (Smart Photo Selector).
CAuto mode (0 23): Let the camera pick the set-
tings for photographs and movies.
z
u
C
wCreative mode (0 33): For photographs in
which you want to use special effects, match settings to the scene, or control shutter speed and
aperture.
vAdvanced movie mode (0 57): Choose the shutter speed and aperture
for HD movies or shoot slow-motion movies.
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w
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Options for each mode can be displayed by highlighting the
mode and pressing 2. Press 4 to return to the shooting mode
menu.
z Motion Snapshot mode: Choose a theme (0 55).
• Beauty (1)• Relaxation (3)
• Wav es (2)• Tenderness (4)
u Best moment capture mode: Choose between slow view and
Smart Photo Selector modes (0 45).
• Slow view (t)
• Smart Photo Selector (y)
C Auto mode: Take photographs using live controls (0 27).
• Active D-Lighting (Y)• Motion control (6)
• Background softening (5)• Brightness control (E)
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w Creative mode: Choose a scene (0 33).
• Programmed auto (P)• Night portrait (o)
• Shutter-priority auto (S)• Backlighting (m)
• Aperture-priority auto (A)• Soft (q)
• Manual (M)• Miniature effect (r)
• Night landscape (j)• Selective color (s)
s
v Advanced movie mode: Choose between HD (0 57) and slow-
motion movies (0 62).
• Programmed auto (P)• Manual (M)
• Shutter-priority auto (S)• Slow motion (y)
• Aperture-priority auto (A)
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& (Feature)
A
The options for each mode can also be displayed by pressing the & key on the multi
selector after selecting the shooting mode.
In playback mode, the & key can be used to
rate pictures (0 86).
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❚❚ Using the Menus
Use the multi selector (0 6) to navigate
the playback, shooting, movie, image
processing, and setup menus.
Multi selector
s
Select an item.
1
Press 1 or 3 to highlight menu items
and press 2 to view options for the
highlighted item.
Select an option.
2
Press 1 or 3 to highlight the desired
option and press J to select.
Using the Menus
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The items listed may vary with camera settings. Items displayed in gray
are not currently available (0 174). To exit the menus and return to
shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway (0 25).
Choosing a Menu
A
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.
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First Steps
Attach the camera strap.
1
Attach the strap securely to the two camera eyelets.
Charge the battery.
2
Insert the battery into the charger q and plug the charger in
w. An exhausted battery fully charges in about two hours.
Unplug the charger and remove the battery when charging is
complete.
Battery
charging
Charging
complete
The Plug Adapter
A
Depending on the country or region of
purchase, a plug adapter may be supplied with the charger.
adapter varies with the country or region
of purchase. If a plug adapter is supplied,
raise the wall plug and connect the plug
adapter as shown at right, making sure
the plug is fully inserted.
adapter could damage the product.
The shape of the
Attempting to forcibly remove the plug
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The Battery and Charger
D
Read and follow the warnings and cautions on pages x–xii and 170–
173 of this manual. Do not use the battery at ambient temperatures
below 0°C (32 °F) or above 40°C (104°F); failure to observe this precaution could damage the battery or impair its performance.
Capacity may be reduced and charging times may increase at battery temperatures from 0°C (32 °F) to 10°C (50 °F) and from 45°C
(113°F) to 60 °C (140°F); the battery will not charge if its temperature is below 0°C (32°F) or above 60°C (140°F).
Charge the battery at ambient temperatures between 5°C (41 °F)
and 35°C (95 °F). If the CHARGE lamp flashes quickly during charging,
cease use immediately and take battery and charger to your retailer
or a Nikon-authorized service representative.
Do not move the charger or touch the battery during charging. Failure to observe this precaution could in very rare instances result in
the charger showing that charging is complete when the battery is
only partially charged. Remove and reinsert the battery to begin
charging again.
Use the charger with compatible batteries only. Unplug when not
in use.
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Insert the battery and a memory card.
3
Check to be sure the battery and card are in the correct orientation. Using the battery to keep the orange battery latch
pressed to one side, slide the battery in until it latches, and
then slide in the memory card until it clicks into place.
Rear
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s
Inserting and Removing Batteries and Memory Cards
D
Always turn the camera off before inserting or removing batteries
or memory cards. Note that the battery and memory cards may be
hot after use; observe due caution when removing the battery and
memory cards.
Formatting Memory Cards
A
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 (0 156). 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.
The Write Protect Switch
A
Memory cards are equipped
with a write protect switch to
prevent accidental loss of data.
When this switch is in the “lock”
position, the memory card can
not be formatted and photos can not be deleted or recorded. To
unlock the memory card, slide the switch to the “write” position.
GB
16
Write-protect switch
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Removing Batteries and Memory Cards
A
After turning the camera off, confirm that
the memory card access lamp (
and open the battery-chamber/memory
card slot cover. To remove the batter y, first
release it by pressing the orange battery
latch in the direction shown by the arrow
and then remove the battery by hand.
To remove a memory card, first press the
card in to eject it (q); the card can then
be removed by hand (w).
Memory Cards
D
• The camera stores pictures on SD, SDHC, and SDXC memory cards
(available separately; 0 165).
• Do not remove memory cards from the camera, turn the camera
off, or remove or disconnect the power source during formatting
or while data are being recorded, deleted, or copied to a computer. Failure to observe these precautions could result in loss of
data or in damage to the camera or card.
• Do not touch the card terminals with your fingers or metal objects.
• Do not bend, drop, or subject to strong physical shocks.
• Do not apply force to the card casing. Failure to observe this pre-
caution could damage the card.
• Do not expose to water, heat, high levels of humidity, or direct
sunlight.
• Do not format memory cards in a computer.
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3) is off
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Attach a lens.
4
Be careful to prevent dust from entering the camera when the
lens or body cap is removed. The lens generally used in this
manual for illustrative purposes is a 1 NIKKOR VR 10–30mm
f/3.5–5.6. See page 127 for information on vibration reduction (VR) and page 196 for information on removing lenses.
Mounting mark (lens)
Mounting mark (lens)
A
Lenses with retractable lens barrel buttons can not be used when retracted. To
unlock and extend the lens, keep the
retractable lens barrel button pressed (q)
while rotating the zoom ring (w). The
lens can be retracted and the zoom ring
locked by pressing the retractable lens
barrel button and rotating the ring in the opposite direction. Be
careful not to press the retractable lens barrel button while attaching or removing the lens.
18
Mounting mark
(camera)
Lenses with Retractable Lens Barrel Buttons
Keeping marks aligned, position lens on
camera, then rotate until it clicks into place.
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Turn the camera on.
5
Press the power switch to turn the
camera on. The power lamp will
briefly light green and the monitor will
turn on. Be sure to remove the lens
cap before shooting.
Turning the Camera Off
A
To turn the camera off, press the power switch again. The monitor
will turn off.
Auto Power Off
A
If no operations are performed for about a minute, the display will
turn off and the power lamp start to flash (if desired, the delay
before the display turns off automatically can be changed using the
Auto power off option in the setup menu; 0 158). 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.
Attaching and Removing Lenses
A
Turn the camera off before attaching or removing lenses. Note that
when the camera is turned off, the sensor protection barrier in the
lens will close, protecting the camera image sensor.
Lenses with Retractable Lens Barrel Buttons
A
If you are using a lens with a retractable lens barrel button (0 18),
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).
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s
Choose a language and set the clock.
6
A language-selection dialog will be displayed the first time
the camera is turned on. Use the multi selector and J button
(0 6) to choose a language and set the camera clock. Photos
can not be taken until you have set the time and date.
20
Press 1 or 3 to highlight
language and press J.
Press 1 or 3 to highlight date
format and press J.
Press 4 or 2 to select items and
press 1 or 3 to change. Press J
when finished.
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: The camera uses a 24-hour
clock. Language and clock can be
changed at any time using
Language (0 160) and Tim e
zone and date (0 160) options in
setup menu.
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The Camera Clock
A
The camera clock is less accurate than most watches and household
clocks. Check the clock regularly against more accurate time pieces
and reset as necessary.
The camera clock is powered by an independent, rechargeable
power source, which is charged as necessary when the main battery
is installed or the camera is powered by an optional EP-5C power
connector and EH-5b AC adapter (0 167). Three days of charging
will power the clock for about a month. If a message warning that
the clock is not set is displayed when the camera is turned on, the
clock battery is exhausted and the clock has been reset. Set the
clock to the correct time and date.
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s
Check the battery level and memory card capacity.
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Check the battery level and number
Battery level
of exposures remaining in the monitor.
❚❚ Battery Level
DisplayDescription
Battery fully charged or
NO ICON
H
Cannot take pictures.
Insert fully-charged
battery.
partially discharged;
level shown by L or
K icon in detailed
display (0 157).
Low battery. Ready
fully-charged battery or
prepare to charge
battery.
Battery exhausted;
shutter-release
disabled. Insert charged
battery.
Exposures remaining
❚❚ Number of Exposures Remaining
The monitor shows the number of pictures that can be stored
on the memory card at current settings (values over 1000 are
rounded down to the nearest hundred; e.g., values between
1200 and 1299 are shown as 1.2 k). If a warning is displayed
stating that there is not enough memory for additional
images, insert another memory card (0 15) or delete some
photos (0 85).
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Auto Mode
z
Shoot photographs and movies. The camera automatically
adjusts settings to suit the subject.
Taking Photos in Auto Mode
Select C mode.
1
Press the G button to display the
menus and select C (auto) for Shoot-ing mode (0 8).
Ready the camera.
2
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.
3
Position your subject in the center of
the frame.
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Focus.
4
Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus. If the subject is poorly lit,
the flash may pop up (0 72) and the
AF-assist illuminator (0 135) 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. See page
130.
Shoot.
5
Smoothly press the shutter-release
button the rest of the way down to
release the shutter and record the
photograph. The memory card access
lamp will light and the photograph
will be displayed in the monitor for a
few seconds (the photo will automatically clear from the display when the
shutter-release button is pressed halfway). Do not eject the memory card or
remove or disconnect the power source
until the lamp has gone out and recording is complete.
Focus area
Memory card access
lamp
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The Shutter-Release Button
A
The camera has a two-stage shutter-release button. The camera
focuses when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. To take the
photograph, press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down.
Focus: Press halfwayShoot: Press the rest
Taking Several Photographs in Succession
A
If Off is selected for Image review in the playback menu (0 110), you
can take additional photographs without refocusing by keeping the
shutter-release button pressed halfway between shots.
Automatic Scene Selection
A
In auto mode, the camera automatically analyzes the subject and selects the appropriate
scene. The selected scene is shown in the
monitor.
c Por trait: 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.
of the way down
Scene icon
z
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Using a Zoom Lens
A
Use the zoom ring to zoom in on the subject so that it fills a larger area
of the frame, or zoom out to increase the area visible in the final photograph (select longer focal lengths on the lens focal length scale to
zoom in, shorter focal lengths to zoom out).
Zoom in
Zoom out
z
Zoom ring
If you are using an optional lens with a power
drive zoom switch, select T to zoom in and W
to zoom out. The speed with which the camera zooms in and out varies with how far you
slide the switch. The zoom position is shown
by the zoom guide in the display.
Face P riorit y
A
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).
Available Settings
A
For information on the options available in auto mode, see page 174.
See Also
A
See page 158 for information on silencing the beep that sounds when
the camera focuses or the shutter is released.
Zoom guide
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❚❚ 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 1 (&), 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. To cancel live
image controls, press 1 (&) again.
z
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.
Background sharpBackground softened
Increase effect
Reduce effectActive D-Lighting: High Active D-Lighting: Low
Sharpen background
Soften background
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Motion control: Suggest motion by blurring
moving objects, or “freeze” motion to
capture moving objects clearly.
Freeze motionBlur motion
z
Brightness control: Make pictures brighter
or darker.
Live Image Control
D
Continuous shooting is not available (0 67) and the built-in flash can
not be used when live image control is in effect. Pressing the movierecord button cancels live image control.
Freeze motion
Blur motion
Brighter
DarkerBrighterDarker
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Viewing Photographs
Press K to display your most recent photograph full frame in the monitor (fullframe playback).
K button
Press 4 or 2 or rotate the multi selector
to view additional pictures.
To end playback and return to shooting mode, press the shutterrelease button halfway.
See Also
A
For information on toggling photo info on or off, see page 158. See
page 82 for information on viewing multiple images. For information
on zooming in on the center of the current image, see page 84. See
page 87 for information on slide shows.
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Deleting Pictures
To delete the current picture, press O. Note that once deleted, pic-
tures can not be recovered.
Display the photograph.
1
Display the photograph you wish to delete as described on
the preceding page.
Press O.
2
z
A confirmation dialog will be displayed.
Delete the photograph.
3
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
A
The Delete option in the playback menu (0 85) can be used to delete
all or selected pictures.
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Recording Movies in Auto Mode
In auto mode, the movie-record button
can be used to shoot HD movies with
sound at an aspect ratio of 16 : 9 (the
movie crop is shown in the display).
Press the movie-record button to start
and stop recording.
Taking Photographs During Recording
A
Photographs with an aspect ratio of 16 : 9
can be taken at any time during recording
by pressing the shutter-release button all
the way down. Movie recording is not
interrupted.
See Also
A
See page 65 for information on viewing
movies.
Movie-record button
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z
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Creative Mode
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Choose creative mode when to take photos using special effects,
match settings to the scene, or control shutter speed and aperture.
Choosing a Creative Mode
Select w mode.
1
Press the G button to display the
menus and select w (creative mode)
for Shooting mode (0 8).
Choose a scene.
2
Press 1 (&) and highlight a scene
using the multi selector (0 34).
Press J to select the
highlighted scene. Your
selection is indicated by
an icon in the display.
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Choosing a Scene
Creative mode offers a choice of the following scenes:
OptionDescription
The camera sets shutter speed and aperture for opti-
Programmed auto (P)
Shutter-priority auto
(S)
Aperture-priority
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auto (A)
Manual (M)
Night landscape (j)
mal exposure (0 36). 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 37). Use to freeze or blur
motion.
You choose the aperture; the camera selects a shutter speed for best results (0 38). Use to blur the
background or bring both foreground and background into focus.
You control both shutter speed and aperture (0 39).
Choose a shutter speed of “Bulb” for long time-exposures (0 40).
Each time the shutter-release button is fully pressed,
the camera takes a series of shots and combines
them to capture low lighting in night scenes; during
processing, a message is displayed and no pictures
can be taken. The flash does not fire and the edges of
photos are cropped out. Note that the desired results
may not be obtained if the camera or subject moves
during shooting; if the camera is unable to combine
the images, a warning will be displayed and only
one picture will be taken.
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OptionDescription
Each time the shutter-release button is fully pressed,
the camera takes a series of shots, some with the
flash and some without, and combines them to capture background lighting in portraits taken at night
or under low light; during processing, a message is
displayed and no pictures can be taken. Note
the edges of photos are cropped out and that
desired results may not be obtained if the camera or
subject moves during shooting; if the camera is
unable to combine the images, a warning will be displayed and the camera will take a single picture
using the flash.
Shoot photographs with a
soft filter effect. To choose
the amount of softening,
press
J
when the view
through the lens is displayed, highlight an option
using the multi selector,
and press
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. To choose the hue,
press J when the view
through the lens is displayed and use the multi
selector and J button.
J
to select.
that
the
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Availabl e Settings
A
For information on the options available in creative mode, see page
176.
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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.
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❚❚ 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 dis-
played while flexible program is in effect.
Restoring Default Shutter Speed and Aperture Settings
A
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.
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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 (
1
/
1600 s)Slow shutter speed (1 s)
❚❚ Choosing a Shutter Speed
Rotate the multi selector to choose from
shutter speeds between 30 s and
1
/
16,000 s.
Rotate the selector clockwise for faster
shutter speeds, counterclockwise for
slower shutter speeds.
Continuous Shooting
A
The selected shutter speed may change
when continuous shooting (0 67) is in effect.
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A Aperture-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.
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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.
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M Manual
A
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 selector 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
1
/
16,000 s or as slow as 30 s,
or to “Bulb” to hold the shutter open
indefinitely for a long time-exposure
(0 40). 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.
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Continuous Shooting
A
The selected shutter speed may change when continuous shooting
(0 67) is in effect.
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The Exposure Indicator
A
When shutter speeds other than “Bulb” are selected, the exposure indicator shows whether the photograph would be under- or overexposed at current settings.
Optimal exposureUnderexposed by
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❚❚ Long Time-Exposures (M Mode Only)
1
/
3 EVOverexposed by over 2 EV
Select a shutter speed of “Bulb” for long
time-exposures of moving lights, the
stars, night scenery, or fireworks. The
shutter remains open while the shutterrelease button is held down. To prevent
blur, use a tripod.
Ready the camera.
1
Mount the camera on a tripod or place it on a stable, level surface. To prevent loss of power before the exposure is complete, use a fully charged EN-EL20 battery or an optional
EH-5b AC adapter and EP-5C power connector. Note that
noise (bright spots, randomly-spaced bright pixels, or fog)
may be present in long exposures; before shooting, choose
On for Long exposure NR in the shooting menu (0 127).
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Choose a shutter speed of “Bulb”.
2
Press 2 to highlight shutter speed and
rotate the multi selector counterclockwise to select “Bulb”.
Open the shutter.
3
After focusing, press the shutter-release button all the way
down. Keep the shutter-release button pressed until the
exposure is complete.
Close the shutter.
4
Take your finger off the shutter-release button.
Shooting ends automatically after about two minutes. Note that
some time may be required to record long exposures.
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Backlighting
The method used to capture details in shaded areas of back-lit
subjects depends on the option selected for HDR in the shooting menu (0 117).
Details in highlights and shadows are preserved using HDR (high
dynamic range); Z appears in the display. Each time the shutter-
release button is fully pressed, the camera takes two shots in quick
succession and combines them to preserve details in highlights
and shadows in high-contrast scenes; the built-in flash does not
fire. While the shots are combined, a message will be displayed and
the shutter release will be disabled. The final photograph will be
On
6
displayed when processing is complete.
+
First exposure
(darker)
The flash fires to “fill in” (illuminate) shadows in back-lit subjects.
Off
Only one shot is taken when the shutter-release button is fully
pressed, and the flash fires with each shot.
Framing HDR Photographs
D
The edges of the image will be cropped out. The desired results may
not be achieved if the camera or subject moves during shooting.
Depending on the scene, shading may be uneven and shadows may
appear around bright objects or halos around dark objects. If the camera is unable to successfully combine the two images, a single image
will be recorded at normal exposure and Active D-Lighting (0 126) will
be applied.
Second exposure
(brighter)
Combined HDR
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Recording Movies in Creative Mode
In creative mode, the movie-record button can be used to shoot HD movies
with sound at an aspect ratio of 16 : 9
(the corners of the movie crop are shown
in the display). Press the movie-record
button to start and stop recording. Note
that regardless of the mode selected,
movies are recorded using programmed
auto exposure; to adjust exposure when
shooting movies, select advanced movie
mode (0 57).
Taking Photographs During Recording
A
Photographs with an aspect ratio of 16 : 9 can be taken at any time during recording by pressing the shutter-release button all the way down.
Movie recording is not interrupted.
See Also
A
See page 65 for information on viewing movies.
Movie-record button
Movie crop
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Best Moment Capture Mode
b
This mode is ideal for fast-changing, hard-to-capture subjects.
Choose when to release the shutter as the scene plays back in
slow motion (slow view), or let the camera choose the best shot
based on composition and motion (Smart Photo Selector; 0 47).
Slow View
In this mode, the camera captures a short sequence of still
images and plays them back in slow motion so that you can
choose the precise moment for a photograph. While the shutterrelease button is pressed halfway, the camera records up to 15
frames over about 1 s and plays them back in a continuous slowmotion loop. When the frame you want to keep is displayed,
press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to
record the current frame and discard the remaining images. To
use slow view, select Slow view from the 1 (&) button menu in
best moment capture mode.
Select u mode.
1
Press the G button to display the
menus and select u (best moment
capture) for Shooting mode (0 8). IfSmart Photo Selector is selected,
choose Slow view.
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b
Frame the photograph.
2
Compose the photograph with your
subject in the center of the frame.
Press the shutter-release button halfway.
3
The camera will focus (0 24) and then,
over a span of about 1 s, record 15
frames to a temporary memory buffer.
View the buffer contents.
4
Keep the shutter-release button
pressed halfway to play the frames in
the buffer back in a continuous loop
about 5 s long. The position of the current frame is shown by a progress indicator.
Record the desired frame.
5
Press the shutter-release button all
the way down to record the current
frame and discard the remaining
images; the selected frame will be displayed for a few seconds when recording is complete. To exit without
recording a photograph, release the
button without pressing it all the way
down.
Progress indicator
Viewing and Deleting Photos Taken in Slow View
A
Photos taken in slow view can be viewed as described on page 29 or
deleted as described on page 30.
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Smart Photo Selector
Choose Smart Photo Selector mode to let the camera help you
take photos that capture a fleeting expression on the face of a
portrait subject or other hard-to-time shots such as group photos in party scenes. Each time the shutter is released, the camera
automatically selects the best shot and a number of best shot
candidates based on composition and motion. To use the Smart
Photo Selector, select Smart Photo Selector from the 1 (&)
button menu in best moment capture mode.
Select u mode.
1
Press the G button to display the
menus and select u (best moment
capture) for Shooting mode (0 8). If
Slow view is selected, choose Smart
Photo Selector.
b
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b
Frame the photograph.
2
Compose the photograph with your
subject in the center of the frame.
Begin buffering photographs.
3
Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus (0 24). An icon will be
displayed as the camera begins
recording images to the memory
buffer. The camera continuously
adjusts focus to account for changes
in the distance to the subject while
the shutter-release button is pressed
halfway.
Shoot.
4
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.
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Buffering
A
Buffering begins when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway
and ends after about 90 seconds or when the shutter-release button is
pressed all the way down.
Shutter-release
button pressed
halfway to focus
Smart Photo Selector Files
D
Do not delete the “NCSPSLST.LST” file from the “NCFL” folder on the
memory card or change the file names of images taken with the Smart
Photo Selector. The camera will no longer recognize the affected files
as Smart Photo Selector images and will instead handle them as independent photographs.
Availabl e Settings
A
For information on the options available in best moment capture
mode, see page 174.
Best Moment Capture Mode
A
The camera automatically chooses a scene mode appropriate to the
subject. Movies can not be recorded, and pressing the movie-record
button has no effect. The flash can not be used.
See Also
A
Use the Number of shots saved option in the shooting menu to
choose the number of shots selected by the Smart Photo Selector
(0 122).
Shutter-release button
Buffering
pressed all the way
down
Shooting ends
b
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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 29; 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 the multi selector right to view the next picture, the
camera will skip over the best shot candidates, with the result that the next picture displayed will not have a file
b
number that immediately follows that of
the current picture). To end playback
and return to shooting mode, press the
shutter-release button halfway.
Choosing the Best Shot
When a photograph taken with the
Smart Photo Selector is displayed, you
can choose the best shot by pressing 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
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Deleting Pictures
Pressing O when a picture taken with the
Smart Photo Selector is selected displays
a confirmation dialog; press O again to
delete the best shot and the best shot
candidates, or press K to exit without
deleting the pictures. Note that oncedeleted, pictures can not be recovered.
Deleting Individual Photographs
A
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
b
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b
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Motion Snapshot Mode
9
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; playback is accompanied by a background track about 10 s long.
Shooting in Motion Snapshot Mode
Select z mode.
1
Press the G button to display the
menus and select z (Motion Snapshot mode) for Shooting mode (0 8).
Frame the picture.
2
Compose the photograph with your
subject in the center of the frame.
9
Availabl e Settings
A
For information on the options available in Motion Snapshot mode, see
page 174.
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Begin buffering.
3
Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus (0 24). An icon will be
displayed as the camera begins
recording footage to the memory
buffer.
Shoot.
4
Smoothly press the shutter-release
button the rest of the way down. The
camera will record a photograph,
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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.
Buffering
A
Buffering begins when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway
and ends after about 90 seconds or when the shutter-release button is
pressed all the way down.
Shutter-release
button pressed
halfway to focus
Shutter-release button
pressed all the way
down
Shooting ends
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❚❚ Choosing a Theme
To choose the background music for the
movie, press 1 (&) and use the multi
selector and J button to select from
Beauty, Waves, Relaxation, and Te n de r ness.
To play the background music for the
highlighted theme, press 2 and rotate
the multi selector to adjust volume.
Motion Snapshot Mode
A
Live audio is not recorded. Movies can not be recorded using the
movie-record button and the flash can not be used.
See Also
A
See page 122 for information on choosing what portions of the buffer
are included in the movie footage. For information on saving Motion
Snapshots in a format that can be viewed in most movie playback software, see page 123.
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Viewing Motion Snapshots
Press K and use the multi selector to display a Motion Snapshot (0 29; 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; the background
track plays for about 10 s (to choose a
new background track, use the Changetheme option in the playback menu;
0 115). To end playback and return to
shooting mode, press the shutter-release
button halfway.
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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
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Recording and Viewing Movies
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The camera can record high-definition
(HD) movies with an aspect ratio of 16 : 9
and slow-motion movies with an aspect
ratio of 8 : 3. Movies can be recorded by
pressing the movie-record button in the
following shooting modes:
ModeMovie typeDescription
C Auto mode (0 31)
w Creative mode (0 43)
Programmed
auto (P)
Shutterpriority auto
(S)
v
Advanced
movie
mode ( 0 58,
62)
Availabl e Settings
A
For information on the options available in advanced movie mode, see
page 174.
Aperturepriority auto
(A)
Manual (M)
Slow motion
(y)
HD (16 : 9)
Slow
motion
(8 : 3)
Movie-record button
The camera automatically
optimizes settings for the
current subject or scene.
Shoot movies. Regardless of
the scene selected with the
camera, movies are recorded
in mode P; shutter speed and
aperture are controlled by
the camera.
Shutter speed and aperture
are controlled by the camera.
You choose the shutter
speed; the camera automatically adjusts aperture for
optimal exposure (0 37).
You choose the aperture; the
camera automatically adjusts
shutter speed for optimal
exposure (0 38).
You choose the shutter speed
and aperture (0 39).
Record silent slow-motion
movies. Movies are recorded
at 400 fps and play back at
about 30 fps (0 62).
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Recording HD Movies
Record movies with sound at an aspect ratio of 16 : 9.
Choose a shooting mode.
1
Press the G button to display the
menus (0 7) and choose an option for
Shooting mode that supports HD
movie recording (0 57).
For greater control of exposure, select v (advanced movie
mode), press 1 (&), and choose from P Programmed auto, S
Shutter-priority auto, A Aperture-priority auto, and M
Manual (0 57).
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Frame the opening shot.
2
Frame the opening shot with your
subject in the center of the display.
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The 0 Icon
A
A 0 icon indicates that movies can not be recorded.
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Start recording.
3
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
A
Be careful not to cover the microphone
and note that the built-in microphone
may record sounds made by the camera
or lens. By default, the camera focuses
continuously; to avoid recording focus
noise, select Single AF for Focu s mode in
the movie menu (0 128). The Moviesound options item in the movie menu
offers microphone sensitivity and wind
noise options (0 140).
End recording.
4
Movie-record button
Recording indicator/
Time ela psed
Time available
Press the movie-record button again
to end recording. Recording will end
automatically when the maximum
length is reached (0 139), the memory card is full, the lens is removed, or
the camera becomes hot (0 xvi).
Maximum Length
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At default settings, HD movies can be up to 4 GB in size and 20 minutes in length (for more information, see page 139); note that
depending on memory card write speed, shooting may end before
this length is reached (0 165).
Movie-record button
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The Movie Crop
A
The movie crop is shown in the monitor.
HD crop (16 : 9)Slow-motion movie crop
Focus Lock
A
If Single AF is selected for Focus mod e in the movie menu for
advanced movie mode, focus will lock while the shutter-release button
is pressed halfway (0 134).
(8 : 3)
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❚❚ Taking Photographs During HD Movie Recording
Press the shutter-release button all the
way down to take a photograph without
interrupting HD movie recording. Photographs taken during movie recording
have an aspect ratio of 16 : 9.
Taking Photographs During Movie Recording
A
Up to 18 photographs can be taken with each movie shot. Please note
that photographs can not be taken with slow-motion movies.
Recording Movies
D
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 in HD movies by
choosing a Flicker reduction option that matches the frequency of the
local AC power supply as described on page 159, but note that the
slowest shutter speed available is
reduction is not available with slow-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.
See Also
A
Frame size and frame rate options are described on page 139.
1
/
100 s at 50 Hz,
1
/
60 s at 60 Hz; flicker
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Recording Slow-Motion Movies
Silent slow-motion movies with an aspect ratio of 8 : 3 can be
recorded by selecting y Slow motion from the 1 (&) button
menu in advanced movie mode. Slow-motion movies are
recorded at 400 fps and play back at about 30 fps.
Select v mode.
1
Press the G button to display the
menus and select v (advanced
movie mode) for Shooting mode
(0 8). If an option other than ySlow
motion is selected, choose y Slow
motion.
y
Frame the opening shot.
2
Frame the opening shot with your
subject in the center of the display.
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Focus.
3
Start recording.
4
Press the movie-record button to
begin recording. A recording indicator, the time elapsed, and the time
available are displayed while recording is in progress. The camera focuses
on the subject at the center of the display; face detection (0 26) is not
available and focus and exposure can
not be adjusted.
Focus area
y
Movie-record button
Recording indicator/
Tim e elapsed
Time available
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End recording.
5
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 xvi).
Maximum Length
A
Up to 2.5 seconds of footage can be recorded; note that depending
on memory card write speed, shooting may end before this length
is reached (0 165).
See Also
A
Frame rate options are described on page 138.
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Movie-record button
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Viewing Movies
Movies are indicated by a 1 icon in full-frame playback (0 29).
Press 3 to start playback.
1 icon/Length
The following operations can be performed:
ToUseDescription
Movie playback indicator/
Current position/total length
GuideVolume
PausePause playback.
PlayJ
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.
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Deleting Movies
To delete the current movie, press O. A
confirmation dialog will be displayed;
press O again to delete the movie and
return to playback, or press K to exit
without deleting the movie. Note thatonce deleted, movies can not be recovered.
See Also
A
See page 114 for information on trimming
unwanted footage from movies.
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O button
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More on Photography
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Single-Frame, Continuous, and Self-Timer Modes
Pressing 4 (C) on the multi selector displays a choice of shutterrelease modes for still photography:
8The camera takes pictures one at a time.
5 fps
15 fps
30 fps
60 fps
E 10 sThe shutter is released about 10, 5, or 2 seconds
E 5 s
E 2 s
Continuous Mode
To take pictures in continuous mode:
Continuous: The camera records photographs at
about 5, 15, 30, or 60 fps while the shutter-release
button is pressed all the way down.
after the shutter-release button is pressed all the
way down. Choose 10 s or 5 s for self-portraits, 2 s
to reduce camera shake.
Display release mode options.
1
Press 4 (C) to display release mode
options.
Select a frame rate.
2
Highlight 5fps, 15 fps, 30 fps, or
60 fps and press J.
Compose the shot and start shooting.
3
The camera takes pictures while the
shutter-release button is held all the
way down.
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Continuous Mode
D
The maximum number of shots that can be taken in a single burst varies with the release mode. At frame rates of 30 and 60 fps, the maximum number of shots that can be taken in a single burst is 15.
The built-in flash can be used when 5fps is selected, but only one pic-
ture will be taken each time the shutter-release button is pressed; at
settings of 15, 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 27).
Buffer Size
A
The camera is equipped with a memory
buffer for temporary storage, allowing
t
shooting to continue while photographs are
being saved to the memory card. Note that
the frame rate will drop or shooting will
pause when the buffer is full. The approximate number of im ages that can be stored in
the memory buffer at current settings is displayed while the shutterrelease button is pressed halfway (this number is an approximation
only and varies with shooting conditions; 0 179). The illustration
shows the display when space remains in the buffer for about 22 pictures.
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Self-Timer Modes
The self-timer can be used to reduce camera shake or for selfportraits.
Display release mode options.
1
Press 4 (C) to display release mode
options.
Select the desired self-timer option.
2
Use the multi selector to highlight
E 10 s, E5 s, or E2 s and press J.
Mount the camera on a tripod.
3
Mount the camera on a tripod or place the camera on a stable, level surface.
Frame the photograph and shoot.
4
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.
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Note that the timer may not start or a photograph may not be
taken if the camera is unable to focus or in other situations in
which the shutter can not be released. Turning the camera off
cancels the self-timer.
Movie Mode
A
In self-timer mode, start and stop the timer by pressing the movierecord button instead of the shutter-release button.
Raising the Flash
A
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
A
For information on controlling the beeps that sound when the selftimer is used, see page 158.
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Exposure Compensation
Exposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value
suggested by the camera, making pictures brighter or darker.
–1 EVNo compensation+1 EV
Display exposure compensation options.
1
Press 2 (E) to display exposure com-
pensation options.
Choose a value.
2
Use the multi selector to choose from
values between –3 EV (underexposure) and +3 EV (overexposure) in
increments of
1
/
3 EV. In general, posi-
tive values make the image brighter
while negative values make it darker.
Normal exposure can be restored by setting exposure compensation to ±0. In modes P, S, and A, exposure compensation is not
reset when the camera is turned off.
Exposure Compensation
A
Exposure compensation is most effective when used with centerweighted or spot metering (0 123).
The Built-in Flash
A
When used with the built-in flash, exposure compensation affects both
background exposure and flash level.
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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 camera
offers a choice of flash modes; choose a mode according to lighting conditions and your creative intent. The built-in flash is available in the following shooting modes:
❚❚ Auto Pop-up Modes
In C (auto) and in night portrait, backlighting, soft, miniature
effect, and selective color w (creative) modes, the flash will
pop-up automatically and fire when required.
Choose a flash mode (0 73).
1
Tak e pictures.
2
The flash will pop up and
fire as required. In night
portrait (0 35) and (if HDR
is off) in backlighting
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(0 42) mode, the flash will
pop up and fire with every
shot.
❚❚ 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.
1
Press the flash pop-up button to raise
the flash.
Choose a flash mode (0 73).
2
Tak e pictures.
3
The flash will fire with every shot. To
disable the flash, press it gently downward until it latches (0 75).
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Choosing a Flash Mode
The options available vary with the shooting mode.
Auto, Soft (q
o AutoNFill flash
n Auto+red- eye reductionNY Red-eye reduction
sOff
NFill flashsOff
NY Red- eye reduction
NFill flash
NY Red- eye reduction
Nq Rear-curtain sync
sOff
1 Select to disable built-in flash.
2 Available only when built-in flash is raised.
),
Miniature effect (r
Selective color (s
1
Night portrait (o),
Backlighting (m)
S, M
2
),
)
NYp
Np Fill flash + slow sync
Nr Rear curtain + slow sync
P, A
Red-eye reduction +
slow sync
2
To choose a flash mode:
Display flash modes.
1
Press 3 (N) on the multi selector to
display a list of the available flash
modes.
Select a flash mode.
2
Use the multi selector to highlight a
flash mode and press J to select.
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Charging begins when the flash is raised; once charging is complete, a flash-ready indicator (N) will be displayed when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.
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Raising the Flash
D
When using the flash, be sure it is fully raised
as shown at right. Do not touch the flash during shooting.
Flash Modes
A
The flash modes listed on the previous page may combine one or more
of the following settings, as shown by the flash mode icon:
• AUTO (auto flash): When lighting is poor or subject is backlit, flash pops
up automatically when shutter-release button is pressed halfway and
fires as required.
• Y (red-eye reduction): Use for portraits. Red-eye reduction lamp lights
before flash fires, reducing “red-eye.”
• s (off): Flash does not fire even when lighting is poor or subject is
backlit.
• SLOW (slow sync): Shutter speed slows automatically to capture back-
ground lighting at night or under low light. Use to include background lighting in portraits.
• REAR (rear-curtain sync): Flash fires just before shutter closes, creating a
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stream of light behind moving light sources (below at right). If this
icon is not displayed, flash will fire as the shutter opens (front-curtain
sync; the effect this produces with moving light sources is shown
below at left).
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Front-curtain syncRear-curtain sync
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Lowering the Built-in Flash
A
To save power when the flash is not in use,
press it gently downward until the latch
clicks into place. Do not use force. Failure to
observe this precaution could result in product malfunction.
Using the Built-in Flash
A
The built-in flash can not be used with live image control (0 27) and
will not fire during continuous shooting at frame advance rates faster
than 5 fps (0 67) or when On is selected for HDR in the shooting menu
(0 42). 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.
ShadowShadow
Aperture, Sensitivity, and Flash Range
A
Flash range varies with sensitivity (ISO equivalency) and aperture. With
the standard zoom lens at maximum aperture and ISO sensitivity set to
ISO 100 to 6400, the range is approximately 0.6 m–7.0 m (2 ft–23 ft)
when the lens is zoomed all the way out, 0.6 m–4.2 m (2 ft–13.8 ft) at
maximum zoom.
See Also
A
See page 136 for information on adjusting flash level.
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The WU-1b Wireless Mobile Adapter
Attach an optional WU-1b wireless mobile adapter to the camera USB connector to copy images to, or control the camera
from, smartphone or tablet devices running the Wireless Mobile
Utility app.
Connect the WU-1b.
1
After removing the rubber cap from
the WU-1b USB connector, turn the
camera off and attach the adapter to
the camera USB connector.
Activate the adapter.
2
Select Wireless mobile adapter in
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the setup menu (0 155). A confirmation dialog will be displayed; select
Ye s to activate the WU-1b, allowing
wireless connection to smart devices,
or No to deactivate the WU-1b and
prevent wireless connection.
Using the WU-1b for the First Time
D
After connecting the WU-1b, you will need to adjust smart device
wireless settings. See the WU-1b manual for more information.
Launch the Wireless Mobile Utility.
3
Launch the Wireless Mobile Utility on the smart device.
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Take pictures remotely.
4
Once a wireless connection is established, the smart device will display
the view through the camera lens; the
camera will display a message stating
that a wireless connection is active.
Wireless Ne tworks
D
Camera settings can not be adjusted while the camera is connected to
a wireless network. To end the connection, press the G button.
The Wireless Mobile Utility
A
The Wireless Mobile Utility is available from Google Play and the App
Store. System requirements and Information on installation, wireless
connections and use may be found in the Wireless Mobile Utility manual available in pdf format from the following URL:
http://nikonimglib.com/ManDL/WMAU/
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More on Playback
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Photo Information
Photo information is superimposed on images displayed in fullframe playback (0 29). The information displayed can be
selected using the Display > Playback option in the setup
menu (0 158).