This section contains important safety information. Read this section in
its entirety before using your COOLPIX995 or the software provided
with your camera.
Warnings and Cautions
The symbols listed below are used in this guide and in other documentation to
indicate warnings and cautions that should be read before use.
Warning
This symbol is used to mark warnings that should be read before use to prevent
possible injury.
Caution
This symbol indicates where caution should be exercised to avoid damaging your
Nikon product.
Camera
This chapter provides information that you
should read before using this camera.
23
Warnings
To prevent injury, observe the following warnings when using your Nikon
product.
Do not look at the sun through the Viewfinder
Viewing the sun or other strong light source through the Viewfinder could
cause permanent visual impairment.
Turn off immediately in the event of malfunction
Should you notice smoke or an unusual smell coming from the equipment or
from the 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 Nikonauthorized service center for inspection.
Do not use in the presence of flammable gas
Do not use electronic equipment in the presence of flammable gas, as this
could result in explosion or fire.
Do not place camera strap around neck
Placing the camera strap around your neck could result in strangulation.
Special care should be taken to avoid placing the strap around the neck of an
infant or child.
Do not disassemble
Touching the product’s internal parts could result in injury. In the event of a
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 Nikonauthorized service center for inspection.
Before Using the Camera
For Your Safety—continued
Observe proper precautions when handling the battery
The battery may leak or explode if improperly handled. Observe the following
precautions when handling the battery for use in this product:
•Make sure the product is off before replacing the battery. If you are using the
AC adapter, Make sure it is unplugged.
•Use only the supplied rechargeable Nikon EN-EL1 lithium-ion battery or a 6V
2CR5 (DL245) lithium battery (available separately).
•When inserting the battery, do not attempt to insert it upside down or
backwards.
•Do not short-circuit or disassemble the battery.
•Do not expose the battery to flame or to excessive heat.
•Do not immerse in or expose to water.
•Do not transport or store with metal objects such as necklaces or hairpins.
•The battery is 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
place.
•Discontinue use immediately should you notice any changes in the battery,
such as discoloration or deformation.
Use appropriate cables
When connecting 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.
Keep out of reach of children
Particular care should be taken to prevent infants from putting the battery or
other small parts into their mouths.
Do not walk while looking through the Viewfinder
Walking while looking through the camera’s Viewfinder or color LCD monitor
could result in a fall or other injury.
Removing memory cards
Memory cards may become hot during use. Observe due caution when
removing memory cards from the camera.
CD-ROMs
The CD-ROMs on which the software and manuals are distributed 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.
Observe caution when operating the flash
Using the flash close to your subject’s eyes could cause temporary visual
impairment.
When using the Viewfinder
When operating the diopter adjustment dial with your eye to the Viewfinder,
care should be taken not to put your finger in your eye accidentally.
Cautions
Observe the following precautions to ensure that you continue to get the most
from your Nikon product.
Keep dry
This product is not waterproof, and may malfunction if immersed in water or
exposed to high levels of humidity.
Keep free of salt, sand, and dust
After using your camera at the beach or seaside, wipe off any sand or salt
with a lightly dampened cloth and then dry your camera thoroughly.
Do not touch the lens with your fingers
The proper procedure for cleaning the lens is described on page 165 of this
document.
Handle the lens and all moving parts with care
Do not apply force to the lens or to the battery, card, or connector covers.
These parts are especially susceptible to damage.
Do not unplug the product or remove the battery while the
product is on
Do not unplug the product or remove the battery while the camera is on, or
while images are being recorded or deleted from memory. Forcibly cutting
power to the product in these circumstances could result in loss of data or in
damage to the internal circuitry or memory. To prevent an accidental
interruption of power, avoid carrying the product from one location to another
while the AC adapter is connected.
Before Using the Camera
45
For Your Safety—continued
E995
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
Tested To Comply
With FCC Standards
Do not drop
The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shocks or vibration. Attach
the strap (p. 40) and lens-cap cord and keep the strap around your wrist
when carrying the camera.
Keep away from strong magnetic fields
Do not use or store this device in the vicinity of equipment that produces
strong electromagnetic radiation or magnetic fields. The magnetic fields
produced by equipment such as radio transmitters or household television
sets could interfere with the color monitor, damage data stored on the flashmemory card, or affect the product’s internal circuitry.
Avoid sudden changes in temperature
Sudden changes in temperature, such as occur when entering or leaving a
heated building on a cold day, can cause condensation inside the device. To
prevent condensation, place the device in its carrying case or a plastic bag
before exposing it to sudden changes in temperature.
Batteries
When you turn the device on, check the battery-level displayed in the control
panel to determine whether the battery needs to be replaced. The battery
needs to be replaced when the battery-level indicator is flashing.
The battery-level indicator may briefly show N (battery fully charged) after
an exhausted battery is reinserted in the camera.
On cold days, the capacity of the battery tends to decrease. When taking
pictures outside in cold weather, keep a warm spare battery on hand.
Should the battery terminals become dirty, wipe them with a clean, dry cloth
before use.
Memory cards
Observe the following precautions when handling CompactFlash™ memory
cards:
•Turn the power off before inserting or removing memory cards. Inserting or
removing cards with the power on could render them unusable.
•Insert memory cards as shown on page 36. Inserting cards upside down or
backwards could damage the camera or the card.
67
Notice for customers in Canada
CAUTION
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference Causing Equipment Regulations.
ATTENTION
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du
Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
Notice for customers in the U.S.A.
Federal Communications Commission
(FCC) Radio Frequency 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 to be notified that any changes or modifications
made to this device that are not expressly approved by Nikon Corporation
may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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.
Nikon Inc.
1300 Walt Whitman Road, Melville, New York
11747-3064, U.S.A.
Tel.: 631-547-4200
Before Using the Camera
For Your Safety—continued
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 or 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.
Cautions on certain copies and reproductions
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, or tickets, such as
passes and meal coupons.
Comply with copyright notices
The copying or reproduction of copyrighted creative works such as books,
music, paintings, woodcut prints, maps, drawings, movies and photographs
is prohibited except when it is done for personal use at home or for similar
restricted and non-commercial use.
Notices
Concerning the Manuals Provided with This Product
•Reproduction, in whole or in part, of any of the manuals provided with your
Nikon product requires prior permission from Nikon.
•The information contained in these manuals is subject to change without
notice.
•While Nikon has made every effort to produce perfect manuals, we
appreciate any opportunity for improvement. Should you find any
mistakes, we would be grateful if you were to kindly let us know. The
address of Nikon’s representative in your area is provided separately.
Disclaimer of Liability
•Nikon does not accept liability for damages resulting from the use of this
product.
A Note on Memory Cards
Your digital camera uses CompactFlash flash-memory cards to store
photographs.
While any card conforming to CompactFlash specifications can be used,
performance may vary depending on the make of card. Nikon CompactFlash
memory cards are recommended.
Trademark Information
Apple, the Apple logo, Macintosh, and QuickTime are registered trademarks
of Apple Computer, Inc. Finder, Macintosh PC Exchange, Power Macintosh
and PowerBook are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. IBM and IBM
PC/AT are registered trademarks of International Business Machines
Corporation. PowerPC is a trademark of International Business Machines
Corporation, used under license. Microsoft is a registered trademark, and
Windows, MS-Windows and Windows NT are trademarks, of Microsoft
Corporation. Internet Explorer is a product of Microsoft Corporation.
Pentium and i486 are trade-marks of Intel Corporation. Internet is a
trademark of Digital Equipment Corporation. Netscape and Netscape
Navigator are registered trademarks of Netscape Communications
Corporation. CompactFlash is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation. Adobe
and Acrobat are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Inc. Zip is a
registered trademark of Iomega Corporation in the U.S. and other countries.
All other trade names mentioned in this manual or the other documentation
provided with your Nikon product are trademarks or registered trademarks
of their respective holders.
Before Using the Camera
89
IntroductionAbout This Manual
Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX995 digital camera—a
camera that is sure to make photography a bigger part of your life.
Get to know your COOLPIX995 digital camera, and be sure to read this
manual thoroughly before using it. We recommend that you keep this
manual handy.
Fast Track Guide
In addition to taking first time users step-by-step through the process of setting up
and using the camera, the printed Fast Track Guide gives a quick overview of
camera settings.
Take trial shots
Take trial shots before shooting at important occasions like weddings or
graduations.
Have Nikon check your camera regularly
Nikon recommends that you have your camera serviced by an authorized dealer or
service center at least once every two years.
Using your camera correctly
The Nikon COOLPIX995’s performance has been optimized for use with Nikon
brand accessories. Accessories made by other manufacturers may not meet
Nikon’s criteria for specifications, and nonconforming accessories could damage
the COOLPIX995’s components. Nikon cannot guarantee the COOLPIX995’s
performance when it is used with other than Nikon brand accessories.
Life-Long Learning
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: http://www.nikon-euro.com/
•For users in Asia, Oceania, the Middle East, and Africa:
http://www.nikon-asia.com/
Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest product information and
general advice on digital imaging and photography.
For more information, please contact your nearest Nikon representative.
http://www.nikon-image.com/eng/
This manual is organized in a progressive fashion from basic
operations to more advanced operations so you get to know the
camera better and better as you operate it following the instructions.
This section includes information necessary before
Before Using the Camera
Preparation
Useful Advice on COOLPIX
Camera Techniques
Simple Shooting and
Playback
Detailed Operations
Advanced Operations
Using the Camera Menus
Connections
using this camera, such as precautions for safe
use, nomenclature, a quick guide, a menu guide,
etc.
This section introduces necessary preparations
such as installing the battery, inserting the CF
memory card and making various camera settings
before using the camera.
This section introduces useful advice on
COOLPIX camera techniques such as how to hold
the camera and how to press the Shutter release
button.
This section explains some aspects of simple
“Point and Shoot” photography and simple
playback operation.
This section includes detailed explanations of
shooting, playback and deletion of images.
This section provides complete descriptions of
advanced camera operations.
This section gives detailed explanations of menu
items in the Shooting and Playback modes.
This section describes connection to external
devices such as TV sets or personal computers.
Miscellaneous
1011
This section covers optional accessories, troubleshooting and specifications.
Contents
Before Using the Camera................................................................2-27
For Your Safety..............................................................................................3-9
Index .....................................................................................................176-179
Before Using the Camera
1213
Nomenclature
M
O
D
E
10
11
12
13
14
16
15
17 18
19
20
21
22 23
12
3
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89
1
2
3
45678910
192021
192021
Inside memory
card slot cover
Memory card eject
lever
Opening Sync
terminal cover
Inside video output
connector/ USB
connector cover
1 Viewfinder p. 16
2 Red-eye reduction/Self-timer lamp
p. 70/53
3 Lens
4 MONITOR button p. 46
5 QUICK review button p. 51
6 MENU button p. 92
7 Control panel p. 16
8 Mode dial p. 44
9 Shutter release button p. 43
10 MODE/FUNC (function) 1 button
p. 64/130
11 Exposure Compensation/FUNC
(function) 2 button p. 71/131
12 Command dial
13 Video output connector/USB
connector cover p. 155/157
14 Zoom buttons p. 47
15 Memory card slot cover p. 36
16 Camera strap eyelets p. 40
1415
17 Speedlight lock-release lever p. 50
18 Built-in Speedlight p. 50
19 Focus mode/Manual focus/Delete
button p. 61/81/77
20 Flash mode/Sensitivity/Thumbnail
button p. 69/72/55
21 Image quality/Image size button
p. 58/59
22 Monitor p. 17
23 Focus area/Multi selector p. 111/44
Video output
connector
USB connector
Speedlight up
Flash sync
Photocell
sensor
1 DC-in connector cover p. 154
2 Sync terminal p. 90
3 Diopter adjustment dial p. 43
4 Viewfinder eyepiece p. 16
5 Red LED p. 16
• The following buttons have different functions in different
modes:
Refer to the figure on p. 14 for the location of each button.
4
MONITOR
button
* Functions of buttons 19,
20 and 21 on page 14
differ in Shooting mode
and Playback mode; these
buttons are indicated as
follows in this manual.
Indication in
Shooting mode
Indication in
Playback mode
5
QUICK
review button
Focus mode
button
Delete buttonThumbnail
6
MENU
button
Indication of functions in
Playback mode
Indication of combined
operation with
Command dial
Indication of functions
in Shooting mode
6 Green LED p. 16
7 Swivel lock lever p. 106
8 Tripod socket
9 Battery chamber cover p. 30
10 Battery chamber cover latch p. 30
12
Command
dial
Flash mode
button
button
14
Zoom
buttons
selector
Image quality
button
Before Using the Camera
23
Multi
SLOW
AUAUTO
W-BAL.AL.
ISO
SXGASXGA
XGAXGA
VGAGA
3:2
M-FOCUS
U
11
12
13
14
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
Nomenclature—continued
1
5
6
7
9
8
10
11
2
3
4
1
8
9
10
12
13
11
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14
15
16
17
18
19
20
22 2324 25 262728
21
Control Panel
(All indications are displayed in the illustration for easy reference.)
1 Exposure mode p. 64
2 White balance p. 95
3 Manual focus p. 81
4 ISO/Sensitivity p. 72
5 Aperture/Shutter speed/Various
numerical values*
6 Focus mode/Self-timer p. 61/53
7 Continuous shooting p. 99
* Displays numerical values such as shutter speed in Shutter-Priority Auto/Manual Exposure
mode, aperture in Aperture-Priority Auto/Manual Exposure mode, Exposure Compensation
value when Exposure Compensation is enabled, focus distance when using Manual focus or
sensitivity depending upon the functions used.
8 Exposure Compensation p. 71
9 Number of exposures remaining/
Exposure condition/Image transfer
indication p. 60/68/157
10 Flash mode p. 69
11 Image quality mode p. 58
12 Image size p. 59
13 Battery status indicator p. 31
14 Metering mode p. 97
1 User Setup Number*1p. 108
2 Self-timer/Count down
p. 53
3 Zoom/Ultra HS p. 47/99
4 Digital zoom magnification
factor p. 63
2
5 Clock*
6 Focus distance when in
Manual focus p. 81
7 Flash mode p. 69
8 Current Folder name*
9 Lens converter selection p. 106
10 Best Shot Selector/Noise Reduction
p. 102/117
11 Exposure lock (Auto exposure lock/
White balance lock) p. 109
12 Exposure bracketing/White balance
bracketing p. 115/116
13 Continuous shooting p. 99
14 Battery power*
15 Spot exposure metering area/AF area
p. 98/111
16 Image sharpening p. 114
17 White balance p. 95
18 Sensitivity adjustment p. 72
p. 33
4
p. 31
3
p. 122
Monitor (in Playback mode)
*1 Not displayed when User Setting Number 1
is set.
*2 Flashes when date/time setting is not set.
*3 Not displayed when folder name is set to
*4 Not displayed when battery power is
19 Image adjustment/Black-and-white
p. 104/105
20 Image size p. 59
21 Image quality p. 58
22 Metering mode p. 97
23 Exposure mode p. 64
24 Shutter speed p. 66
25 Exposure meter p. 67
26 Aperture p. 66
27 Exposure Compensation/Exposure
Compensation values p. 71
28 Number of exposures remaining/
Movie duration p. 60/100
1 Image date p. 34
2 Image time p. 34
3 Image size p. 59
4 Image quality p. 58
5 Folder name p. 140
6 File number p. 74
7 Battery power*
8 Auto transfer p. 146
9 Print-order selection p. 144
10 Protect on p. 142
11 Frame number of displayed
image p. 74
NIKON.
sufficient.
4
p. 31
Before Using the Camera
17
Quick Guide
This section will rapidly guide you through the first steps, from setting
up the camera to taking your first picture. For fully detailed descriptions
of each operation, please see the page referred as “(p. 00)”.
Set the Mode dial to and insert the battery (p. 30).
1
Insert the CF memory card (p. 36).
2
•Gently insert the CF memory card until it is fully seated. The label on the
memory card should face the front of the camera and the edge with the holes
has to mate with the connector inside the camera.
Note: Using a new CF memory card
A new CF memory card should be formatted for use with the COOLPIX995
camera body. The CF memory card supplied with the camera is already
formatted.
Removing the CF memory card
Set the Mode dial to and check the battery power (p. 31).
3
•When M lights up or flashes, charge the supplied battery using the
supplied battery charger.
Date/time setting
The date and time for your country or location should be set before use. The
correct date and time at which each picture is taken is then automatically
recorded with the image and can be checked on the camera monitor or
computer (after transfer). See “Setting Date/Time” on p. 34.
Image quality and Image size
Press the button to choose between the four types of Image quality
(compression ratio) (p. 58) and rotate the Command dial while pressing the
button to select one of the six types of Image size (p. 59).
High
Image
quality
Low
*Image quality cannot be selected in mode.
*
Image
size
Large
FULL (no indication)
Small
Before Using the Camera
Center the subject in the Monitor or Viewfinder and compose
4
your picture (p. 46).
•Use the Zoom buttons to frame your subject in the Monitor or Viewfinder.
•The button zooms the camera out, reducing magnification and increasing
the field of view. The button zooms the camera in.
Note: Inserting/removing the CF memory card
Make sure that the Mode dial is set to .
1819
Quick Guide—continued
Press the Shutter release button lightly to focus on the subject by
5
using autofocus. (p. 48).
In-focusOut-of-focus
Green LED lights.Green LED flashes.
•The Green LED lights when the subject is in focus and flashes rapidly when
the camera cannot autofocus.
Use the built-in Speedlight if there is insufficient light to illuminate
6
the subject (p. 50). This condition is indicated by the Red LED
flashing rapidly when the Shutter release button is half-pressed.
•Slide the Speedlight lock-release lever to release the built-in Speedlight.
Slowly and fully depress the Shutter release button to take the
7
picture (p. 49).
Press the QUICK button to check the picture immediately
8
(p. 51).
Quick review modeFull-screen review
•Photographs stored on the CF memory card can be reviewed using the
button. Press the button to view the image in the top left corner of
the Monitor.
•Press the button again to see the image full screen.
•Use the Zoom button to enlarge the image and use the Multi selector to scroll
to hidden parts of the picture.
Set the Mode dial to when you have finished taking
9
photographs.
Deleting images
You can delete the image in the Full-screen review mode. See step 6 of “Basic
Operation (Auto mode)” on p. 52.
mode
Before Using the Camera
•A single beep sound indicates that the shutter has been released.
20
21
Menu Guide: Shooting Mode
22
Shooting Menu 1
Press MENU
button to select.
WHITE BALANCE
Select white balance in accordance with lighting conditions
(p. 95)
METERING
Select metering mode (p. 97)
CONTINUOUS
Select Shooting mode (p. 99)
BEST SHOT SELECTOR
Turn best shot selection on or
off (p. 102)
IMAGE ADJUSTMENT
Adjust brightness or contrast
of image (p. 104)
SATURATION CONTROL
Adjust the saturation to control the strength of color,or to
select black and white photographs (p. 105)
LENS
Select type of optional lens
converter or Slide Copy
Adapter (p. 106)
A Auto
White Bal Preset
Fine
Incandescent
Matrix
Spot
Center-Weighted
Spot AF Area
Single
Continuous
Multi-shot 16
VGA Sequence
Off
BSS
On
AUTO
Normal
More Contrast
Less Contrast
+1 Maximum
0 Normal
–1 Moderate
–2 Minimum
Normal
Wide Adapter
Telephoto 1
Telephoto 2
Press the Multi
selector to switch
between Shooting
menu 1 and 2.
Fluorescent
Cloudy
Speedlight
Ultra HS
Movie
Lighten Image
Darken Image
B&W
Fisheye 1
Fisheye 2
Slide Copy Adptr
Shooting Menu 2
USER SETTING
Select User Setting 1/2/3
(p. 108)
EXPOSURE OPTIONS
Turn AE Lock and Auto
Bracketing on or off , set
exposure compensation
(p. 109)
FOCUS OPTIONS
Select AF Area, change
Autofocus mode, confirm
focus or change distance units
(p. 111)
IMAGE SHARPENING
Select level of image sharpening to be performed (p. 114)
AUTO BRACKETING
Set Auto Bracketing (on or off)
or White Balance Bracketing
(p. 115)
NOISE REDUCTION
Turn Noise Reduction on or off
(p. 117)
RESET ALL
Reset all settings to default
values (p. 118)
If the Symbol appears
to the right of a menu item
you can also select an
option by rotating the
Command dial.
User setting number 1
User setting number 2
User setting number 3
AE Lock
EXP. +/–
Exposure mode
AF Area Mode
Auto-Focus Mode
Focus Confirmation
Distance Units
Auto
High
Normal
Low
Off
On
WB Bracketing
On
Off
Reset all settings
to default values
Off/On/Reset
+2.0 to –2.0
P/S/A/M (A)/M (S)
Auto/Manual/Off
Continuous AF/Single AF
MF/On/Off
m/ft
Off
3, ±0.3/3, ±0.7/
3, ±1.0/5, ±0.3/
5, ±0.7/5, ±1.0
No
Reset
23
Before Using the Camera
Menu Guide: Shooting Mode
SET-UP 1
()
Press MENU
button and Multi
selector to select.
FOLDERS
Create new folders, rename or
delete existing folders, choose
folder for recording (p. 122)
MONITOR OPTIONS
Adjust monitor brightness and
hue (p. 125)
CONTROLS
Set camera to “remember”
settings in effect when camera is turned off; assign functions to FUNC. 1/ FUNC. 2
buttons (p. 130)
ZOOM OPTIONS
Turn Digital Tele and Fixed
Aperture on or off, set start-up
position (p. 132)
AUTO OFF
Set time delay for Auto Power
Off function (p. 127)
SEQ. NUMBERS
Reset Seq. Number function;
turn file numbering on or off
(p. 128)
CF CARD FORMAT
Format CF memory card
(p. 129)
Options
NIKON
(Folder name)
Display Mode
Brightness
Hue
Memorize
Func. 1
Func. 2
Digital Tele
Startup Position
Fixed Aperture
30 S
1 M
5 M
30 M
On
Off
Reset
WARNING!
All images will
be deleted!
Press the Multi
selector to switch
between SET-UP
menu 1 and 2.
New/Rename/Delete
Monitor On/Review
Only/Preview Only/
Monitor Off
(5 level adjustable)
(11 level adjustable)
]/[/Mode/
≠
Mode/[/]/
White Balance/≠/
Metering
On/Off
Last Position/Wide/Tele
Off/On
No/Format
SET-UP 2
()
SPEEDLIGHT OPT.
Set flash output; turn internal
flash and shot confirmation
lamp on or off (p. 133)
SHUTTER SOUND
Turn camera sound on or off
(p. 127)
DATE
Set camera’s data and time
(p. 129)
INFO. TXT
Turns recording of text data on
or off (p. 134)
VIDEO MODE
Select video standard for your
region for playback on television screen (p. 135)
LANGUAGE
Select language for menu and
message display (p. 135)
DISABLE DELETE
Disable/enable deletion of all
image files at a single command (p. 135)
SET-UP item with
set in
Shooting mode.
Variable Power
Int Flash Off
Shot Confirm Lamp
+2.0 to –2.0
Off/On
Off/On
On
Off
Year/Month/Day/Hour/Minute
Display order
Off
On
NTSC
PAL
D
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SET-UP
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Before Using the Camera
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Menu Guide: Playback Mode
Playback Menu
Press MENU
button to select.
DELETE
Delete selected images using
thumbnail display; delete all
images or the settings of Auto
Transfer and Print-order files
(p. 138)
FOLDERS
Create new folders, rename or
delete existing folders; choose
folder for recording (p. 140)
SLIDE SHOW
Start slide show of images
contained in single folder; set
frame interval from 2s/3s/5s/
10s (p. 140)
PROTECT
Protect selected images using
thumbnail display (p. 142)
HIDE IMAGE
Hide selected images using
thumbnail display (p. 143)
Press the Multi
selector to switch
between Playback
menu and SET-UP
menu.
Selected Images
All Images
Reset Trns/Print
Options
All Folders
New/Rename/
Delete
NIKON
(Folder name)
Start
Frame Intvl
2S/3S/5S/10S
(Select image and set Protect)
(Select image and set Hide Image)
SET-UP
MONITOR OPTIONS
Adjust monitor brightness and
hue (p. 150)
SHUTTER SOUND
Turn camera sound on or off
(p. 150)
AUTO OFF
Set time delay for Auto-Off
function (p. 150)
CF CARD FORMAT
Format CF memory card (p.
151)
DATE
Set camera’s data and time
(p. 151)
Brightness
Hue
(5 level adjustable)
(11 level adjustable)
On
Off
30 S
1 M
5 M
30 M
WARNING!
All images will
be deleted!
No/Format
Year/Month/Day/Hour/Minute
Display order
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PRINT SET
Select images for printing
using thumbnail display (p.
144)
AUTO TRANSFER
Automatically transfer selected
images or all images to a connected computer (p. 146)
(Select image and set number of prints)
Selected Photos
All Photos
VIDEO MODE
Select video standard for your
region for playback on television screen (p. 151)
LANGUAGE
Select language for menu and
message display (p. 152)
NTSC
PAL
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PREPARATION
This section introduces preparations necessary
before using the camera.
Check list
Check that all the components listed below are included
in the package. If any components are missing, contact
the retailer where you purchased your COOLPIX995.
12.“Open Me First!” Envelope – your path to After
Sales Support and Service.
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Installing Battery
The camera requires either the supplied Li-ion Rechargeable Battery or
a 2CR5 (DL245) 6V lithium battery (available separately). Make sure to
check the battery power when a new battery is installed or before
shooting.
Turn the Mode dial (p. 44) to and open the battery chamber
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cover.
•Slide the battery chamber cover latch toward to open the cover.
Insert the battery with the ´ and ‰ ends positioned as indicated
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inside the battery chamber, then firmly close the cover.
•Slide the battery chamber cover latch toward to lock the cover.
Set the Mode dial to and check the battery power on the
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Control panel or Monitor.
* Battery power
indication only
displayed in the
Monitor when
there is
insufficient
battery power.
N lights up Sufficient battery power
(on Control panel only)
M lights upBattery power is low—please recharge or change
M flashes
•All the camera functions are disabled when the battery is completely
exhausted.
•The CF memory card will retain images regardless of the condition of the
camera battery.
•Battery power can be conserved and the available number of shots per
battery increased by turning off the Monitor (p. 46) and using the Viewfinder.
Supplied Li-ion Rechargeable Battery
The supplied Li-ion Rechargeable Battery is not fully charged at shipment. We
recommend that you charge the battery before first use. Please see the
instruction manual supplied with the charger for details.
Precautions on battery use and handling
•Be sure to follow the warnings and cautions in “For Your Safety” on pp. 3-9
when installing/handling the battery.
•The battery cannot be replaced when a tripod or optional bracket is attached.
•Due to the characteristics of the battery, the battery power indicator N may
briefly show when the exhausted battery is reinstalled.
•The flashing low battery indication M does not change to full battery
indication N (steady) when the AC Adapter is connected. To reset the
indicator, turn the power off and then on again.
battery.
Battery is exhausted—recharge or change battery
as soon as possible.
Preparation
Power sources
We recommend use of the supplied Li-ion Rechargeable Battery. This battery
can be charged with the supplied battery charger. Use of the optional accessory
AC Adapter/Battery Charger EH-21 (p. 163) is recommended if the camera is
being used for extended periods of time.
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Selecting a Language
The language in which menus and messages are displayed can be
selected using the Language sub-menu.
Turn the Mode dial to ˘.
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•The Language can also be set using the SET-UP menu in the Shooting
mode.
Press the MENU button so the Playback menu is displayed.
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•The appearance of the menu will vary depending on the language currently
selected.
Press < on the Multi selector to highlight the tab on the left and
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press ≤/≥ to highlight the “S” tab.
Press > on the Multi selector to display the SET-UP menu.
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Press ≤/≥ on the Multi selector to highlight the “Language” sub-
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menu and press > to select “Language”.
Press ≤/≥ on the Multi selector to highlight “D”, “E”, “F”, “J” or
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“S” and press > to select.
•When the Language is set, the display returns to the SET-UP menu.
The languages available in the “Language” sub-menu are:
D: German (Deutsch)
E: English
F: French (Français)
J: Japanese
S: Spanish (Español)
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Setting Date/Time
The date and time for your country or location should be set before
use.
Set the Mode dial to and press the MENU button to display
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the SET-UP menu.
Select “Date” in the SET-UP menu.
2
•Press ≤/≥ on the Multi selector (p. 44) to highlight Date and press > to
display date/time setting. The year display flashes.
Set year, month, day, hour and minute.
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•Pressing ≤ on the Multi selector increases the number and pressing ≥
decreases the number. After setting a number, pressing > moves the
selection on.
Set the date display order.
4
•Press ≤/≥ on the Multi selector to change the date display order as
followings.
YYYY/MM/DDMM/DD/YYYYDD/MM/YYYY
Complete the date and time setting.
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•Press > on the Multi selector after selecting the desired date display order to
complete date/time setting. When the date display order is set, the clock
starts and the display returns to the SET-UP menu.
Printing image date/time with a photo
When date and time are set, image date and time are recorded with the image
data (inside the image file) and can be displayed when the image is played back
(p. 74). The image date and time can be printed with the photo (p. 144).
Preparation
The clock-calendar is powered by a separate rechargeable battery, which is
•The year display can be set between 1970 to 2037.
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charged as necessary when the main battery is installed. If the camera has
been stored with the main battery removed for a long period of time, the clock
may need to be reset. Once the main battery has been reinserted, the clock
battery will recharge in several hours, during which time the main battery should
be left in the camera.
Backup battery of the clock
Inserting CF Memory Card
The COOLPIX995 uses a CompactFlash™ (CF) memory card to store
images and movies.
Use a Nikon CF memory cards or other recommended memory card. See p. 163
and the instruction manual of the CF memory card for notes on using the card.
Inserting the CF Memory Card
Turn the Mode dial to , open the card slot cover, and gently
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insert the CF memory card until it is fully seated. The label on the
CF memory card should face the front of the camera and the
edge with the holes has to mate with the connector inside the
camera.
Note: Inserting the CF memory card
•Make sure that the Mode dial is set to when inserting the CF memory
card.
Return the eject lever to its original position after fully inserting
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the CF memory card and make sure to completely close the card
slot cover.
Removing the Memory Card
Turn the Mode dial to , open the card slot cover, fold out the
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eject lever and press it in to release the CF memory card.
Notes: Removing the CF memory card
•Make sure that the Mode dial is set to when removing the CF memory
card.
•Note that the CF memory card may become warm during extended camera
use.
Grasp the CF memory card with your fingertips and pull gently to
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extract it. Then close the card slot cover.
Preparation
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Formatting CF Memory Cards
CF memory cards must be formatted before being used with the
COOLPIX995. Note that the CF memory card supplied with your
camera has already been formatted.
Note: Formatting CF memory cards
Note that when a CF memory card is formatted, the entire contents of the card
are permanently deleted.
Insert the CF memory card into the COOLPIX995 (p. 36).
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Turn the Mode dial to .
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•CF memory cards can also be formatted in or ˘ mode.
Press the MENU button.
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•The SET-UP menu is displayed in the Monitor.
Select “Format”.
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•Press ≤/≥ on the Multi selector to highlight Format and select it by
pressing >. Formatting is started, FORMATTING is displayed and then the
Monitor returns to the SET-UP menu.
Press button to complete the operation.
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•After formatting, confirm the available number of frames in the Control panel
or Monitor (p. 60).
Aborting format
It is possible to abort the Format selection by pressing the MENU button to
immediately exit the menu. Alternatively, select No with ≤/≥ on the Multi
selector and return to the SET-UP menu by pressing </>.
Preparation
Select “CF Card Format”.
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•Press ≤/≥ on the Multi selector to highlight CF Card Format and select it
by pressing >.
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Note: Formatting
Selecting Format by pressing > on the Multi selector starts formatting
immediately. At this point formatting cannot be stopped. Formatting
permanently deletes all the data recorded on the CF memory card. Do not
remove the CF memory card during formatting.
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Useful Advice on
•Attach the strap as illustrated.
Lens cap
•Press the latch on the lens cap to attach/detach it.
•Since the lens cap can easily be misplaced, we recommend attaching it to the
strap with the supplied cord.
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COOLPIX Camera
Techniques
Useful Advice
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Holding the Camera
Holding the Camera/Pressing the Shutter Release Button
To reduce blurring caused by camera shake, hold the camera steadily
in both hands and press the Shutter release button slowly and gently.
Photographs can be framed in the Monitor or the Viewfinder.
Check point
The lens section of this camera rotates so the subject can be seen easily on the
Monitor and/or Viewfinder. Rotate the camera so that it can be held securely.
Frame photographs in the Monitor
•When you are using Macro close-up (p. 61).
•When you are using Digital zoom (p. 63).
•When you are using a lens converter (p. 106, 162)
•When Image size is set to 3:2 (p. 59).
•When you want direct confirmation of camera settings or the view through the
lens.
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Frame photographs in the Viewfinder
•When you want to save power by turning the Monitor off (p. 46).
•When bright ambient lighting conditions make it difficult to see the display in the
Monitor.
Diopter adjustment dial
If the images in the Viewfinder appear blurred even when
the subject is in focus, set the diopter adjustment for your
particular eyesight by rotating the diopter adjustment dial
so the autofocus target area frames in the Viewfinder can
be seen clearly.
Notes: Holding the camera
•Make sure not to let your finger, hair, the strap, power cord of the AC Adapter
or video cable get in front of the lens or Speedlight.
•Make sure not to get your finger or clothing caught in the rotating part of the
camera or cover while shooting.
•Do not look directly at the sun through the Viewfinder.
•The rotating lens section should be rotated slowly and within its range.
(Approx. 270 degrees)
Pressing the Shutter release button
•The unique swivel design of the camera allows you to position the lens toward
the subject while having the Monitor in a convenient position for checking.
With the Monitor facing toward you, the lens section can be tilted 210° forwards
and 90° backward. There is a Swivel lock lever (p. 106) on the base of the
camera which, when set, prevents the lens from tilting down if a heavy converter
lens accessory is fitted.
•Note that bright objects such as lights may cause a vertical white line to appear in
the Monitor. This is not a malfunction and does not normally appear on the
image.
Self-portrait pictures
For convenient framing of self portraits, when the lens is rotated to face
backwards, the display will invert so that it appears the correct way up.
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Before releasing
shutter
•Lightly pressing the Shutter release button and holding it halfway down activates
the camera’s exposure meter and autofocus.
•The focus is locked as long as the Shutter release button is kept lightly pressed
(p. 48, 80). Pressing it fully all the way down releases the shutter.
Half pressFully depressed
Note: Pressing the Shutter release button
Pressing the Shutter release button abruptly can result in picture blur. Make sure
to press the Shutter release button slowly.
Useful Advice
Mode Dial and Multi Selector
Mode Dial
Use the Mode dial to select the Shooting mode , or Playback
mode ˘.
: Shooting mode
There are two modes for taking pictures:
•In “” (Auto mode), the camera controls the
exposure and other settings for simple, easy
operation.
•In “” (Manual mode), camera settings such
as exposure, white balance, image adjustment
and sharpening are under full manual control.
˘
: Playback mode
The Playback mode is for reviewing and managing
your pictures. When the Mode dial is set to ˘,
images can be reviewed, deleted, played back in a
slide show, marked for printing (DPOF) or can be
protected from accidental deletion.
Multi selector
When any camera menu is active, the Multi selector is used to move
around the menus, making selections in both the up/down and
left/right directions. When in Shooting mode, pressing the Multi
selector allows the desired AF area to be chosen.
PositionOperation
Press ≤/≥ to move vertically, selecting an item by
highlighting it. Once an item has been highlighted further
selections can be made by pressing > to move right
and then, if applicable, pressing ≤/≥ to select the
desired setting.
Selecting focus area (in mode)
The camera has five autofocus target areas which can
be activated in turn by using ≤, ≥, < or > on the Multi
selector.
Simple Shooting and
Playback
Having mastered simple point operation and
studied the section “Useful Advice on COOLPIX
Camera Techniques”, we recommend that you
read this section which explains some aspects
of simple “Point and Shoot” photography in
more detail.
Setting the Mode dial to (auto mode)
automatically selects the most common exposure
and image adjustment settings to ensure that the
overall appearance of the picture is well balanced
and correctly exposed.
• Other functions that are also preset are described
below.
Image size (resolution)Full
Image quality (JPEG
compression ratio)
Focus mode
Flash modeAuto
Exposure Compensation
MonitorOn*
* When the Monitor is off, Single AF (the camera only
focuses when the shutter is half-pressed) is selected.
(2048 x 1536 pixels)
Normal
Continuous AF*
(camera continuously
focuses)
None (0.0)
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Basic Operation (Auto Mode)
Set the camera to Auto Mode (Set the Mode dial to ).
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•The camera beeps once when the power is turned on and standby operation
starts. After a short pause, the camera is ready and the Viewfinder image is
displayed on the Monitor.
Control panel
Monitor
•Individual function settings and the number of images that can be fitted on
the CF memory card are displayed in the Control panel and Monitor.
MONITOR button
•Pressing the MONITOR button changes the display in the following order
(example in mode):
Data display
No dataOff
Compose your picture.
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•Aim the lens at the subject and compose the picture in the Monitor or
Viewfinder.
Parallax compensation
marks for close-ups (Macro)
Note: Composing using image in Viewfinder.
When composing a picture using the image in the Viewfinder, the actual image
recorded is shifted slightly (due to a phenomenon known as parallax) compared
to the image in the Viewfinder. Especially when shooting close-ups, the effect of
parallax becomes more pronounced and the edges of the image seen in the
Viewfinder image may not be included. Use of the Monitor is therefore
recommended for close-up (Macro) shooting at distances of less than 90 cm/35
in. The parallax compensation marks in the Viewfinder indicate the
compensation required when the subject to camera distance is 60 cm/24 in.
Zoom button
•Use the Zoom button to frame your subject in the Monitor or Viewfinder.
WideangleTelephoto
•To zoom out and see more in the Monitor or Viewfinder, press the Zoom
button. This sends the lens to the wideangle position.
To zoom in and make the subject appear closer, press the Zoom button.
•When the lens has zoomed to the full telephoto position with the Monitor turned
on, the Digital zoom then allows a further magnification of up to 4x (p. 63).
Note: Digital zoom
When using the Digital zoom, the image in the Viewfinder is different from the
actual image recorded. Make sure to check the image in the Monitor.
Simple Shooting and Playback
Autofocus target area
MonitorViewfinder
•When shooting in mode, the camera will use the subject in the center of
the picture as the focus target.
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Basic Operation (Auto Mode)—continued
Lightly press the Shutter release button and confirm the focus.
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In-focusOut-of-focus
Green LED lights.Green LED flashes
Bright subjectDark subject
Confirm LED
No LED indication
Note: Continuous AF
When the Monitor is on, the camera continues to attempt to focus (Continuous
AF, p. 62). The shutter can be released without focus being achieved. Check
the focus status of the image in the Monitor before releasing the shutter.
Focus Lock
When the subject is in focus while you are lightly pressing the Shutter release
button, the focus is locked and the Green LED lights up without flashing. When
the main subject is not centered in the frame, focus on the subject, lock focus,
then recompose as you like while lightly pressing the Shutter release button. In
Focus Lock, do not change the distance between the camera and subject when
changing the composition.
rapidly.
Red LED flashes
rapidly.
Gently depress the Shutter release button.
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•The shutter is released when the Shutter release button is fully depressed, the
camera beeps once (p. 127) and the picture is taken.
Green LED flashes at
intermediate speed
Monitor
•Immediately after a picture is taken, the Green LED flashes and ∂ (Quick
delete) and ˚ (pause, p. 85) are briefly displayed in the Monitor after which
the Monitor will return to normal and the next shot can be taken.
•It is normally possible to take a picture when the shot is still being displayed
in the Monitor. Lightly pressing the Shutter release button resets the Monitor
to normal display and subsequent shots are possible unless (Wait) is
displayed. The number of shots that can be taken may vary, depending on
the Image size and Image quality (p. 58).
Image sizeImage quality Number of shots that can be taken
FULLNORMAL4
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•is displayed on the Monitor while image is being recorded on the CF
memory card.
Note: Recording on CF Memory Cards
The Green LED flashing at intermediate speed indicates that the image is being
written to the CF memory card. Do not remove the card, battery or AC Adapter
until the Green LED has gone out, or image data may be damaged or not
recorded.
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Basic Operation (Auto Mode)—continued
Built-in Speedlight
Use the built-in Speedlight if there is insufficient light to illuminate the subject.
This condition is indicated by the Red LED flashing rapidly when the Shutter
release button is half-pressed.
To use the Speedlight
Å Slide the Speedlight lock-release lever to release the built-in Speedlight.
Red LED flashes
rapidly.
Í Confirm the Red LED is steady, then gently depress the Shutter release
button fully to take the picture with the built-in Speedlight.
Red LED steady.
Note: Using built-in Speedlight
Note that the built-in Speedlight may become warm during extended Speedlight
use.
Press the QUICK button to check the image immediately
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after shooting.
Quick review modeFull-screen review
•Each press of the QUICK button changes the display on the Monitor as
follows:
Shooting mode
(take a picture)
•Press the Multi selector to choose the image to be displayed.
To display the previous image frame continue to press < /≤.
When the oldest frame is reached, pressing </≤ changes the display to the
most recent frame recorded.
When the most recent frame is reached, pressing ≥/> changes the display
to the oldest one.
Check points:
•Lightly pressing the Shutter release button in either Quick review or Full-screen
review resets the camera to normal Shooting mode and more shots can be
taken.
•Recorded images can be played back in Full-frame playback (p. 74) by
rotating the Mode dial to ˘.
Quick review mode
(Quick check of last
picture)
mode
Full-screen review
mode
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Basic Operation (Auto Mode)—continued
Self-Timer Operation
Press the Delete button in Full-screen review mode and select
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“Yes” with the Multi selector to delete a single image.
•Using the Multi selector choose the image to be deleted. Pressing the Delete
button displays a confirmation dialog. Select Yes with the Multi selector.
Pressing > deletes the image and DONE is displayed.
Check point:
Recorded images can also be deleted in ˘ mode (p. 77)
Set the Mode dial to when you have finished taking
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photographs.
The Self-timer delays the shutter release for 3 or 10 seconds after the
Shutter release button has been pressed to allow you to appear in your
photograph. We recommend that you use a tripod or place the camera
on a stable surface when using the Self-timer.
Press the Focus mode button several times until V appears in
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the Control panel and Monitor.
Compose your picture, confirm focus and fully depress the
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Shutter release button.
•Pressing the Shutter release button once activates a 10-second timer and
twice activates a 3-second timer. (Press the Shutter release button twice to
pause the 10 second Self-timer and once to pause the 3-second timer after
activation of the timer.) The Self-timer lamp pulses for 1 second before the
shutter is released and then lights steadily for the final 1 second. (The
remaining time is visible as a count-down on the Monitor.) In Shooting
mode, Self-timer operation using Manual focus (p. 81) is possible.
•To cancel Self-timer after activation of the timer, pause, then press the Focus
mode button so V disappears or else turn the power off.
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Check point
Setting the Self-timer also activates Macro shooting mode, causing v to be
displayed.
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Simple Playback Operations
Set the Mode dial to ˘ to set the camera to Playback mode. In
Playback mode, recorded images are visible on the Monitor. Multiple
reduced size images can be viewed at once (Thumbnail Playback) or
reviewed for deletion.
Full-Frame Playback (See p. 74)
Set the Mode dial to ˘.
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•The most recent photograph is displayed in the Monitor. Press the Multi
selector to select the image to display.
Press and hold the Zoom button to see the image in closer
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detail. Press the button to return to the original view. Use the
Multi selector to see the hidden parts of the zoomed image.
Thumbnail Playback (See p. 76)
Press the Thumbnail () button once to display nine Thumbnail
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images, or twice to display four Thumbnail images. The
Thumbnail image can be selected with the Multi selector and
displayed Full-frame.
Deleting Photographs in Full-Frame Playback (See p. 77)
Press the Delete (D) button in Full-frame playback.
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•The delete confirmation dialog is displayed. You can delete an image after
confirming with the confirmation dialog.
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