Nikon B500 Reference Manual
DIGITAL CAMERA
Reference Manual
• Read this manual thoroughly before using the camera.
• To ensure proper use of the camera, be sure to read “For
Your Safety” (page viii).
• After reading this manual, keep it in a readily accessible
place for future reference.
Quick Topic Search
You can return to this page by tapping or clicking in the lower right of any page.
Main Topics
For Smart Device Users ....................................................................................................... iii
Introduction ............................................................................................................................. v
Table of Contents.................................................................................................................xii
Parts of the Camera ...............................................................................................................1
Getting Started........................................................................................................................ 9
Basic Shooting and Playback Operations....................................................................20
Shooting Features................................................................................................................27
Playback Features.................................................................................................................63
Movies ......................................................................................................................................75
Connecting the Camera to a TV, Printer, or Computer...........................................86
Using the Menu.....................................................................................................................97
Technical Notes.................................................................................................................. 143
Common Topics
For Your Safety What SnapBridge
Continuous
Shooting
Can Do for You
Editing Images
(Still Images)
Selecting a
Shooting Mode
Troubleshooting Index
Using the Zoom
ii
Your images. The world. Connected
For Smart Device Users
Welcome to SnapBridge — Nikon’s new family of services to enrich
your image experience. SnapBridge eliminates the barrier between
your camera and compatible smart device, through a combination
of Bluetooth® low energy (BLE) technology and a dedicated app. The
stories you capture with your Nikon camera and lenses are
automatically transferred to the device as they are taken. They can
even be uploaded effortlessly to cloud storage services, inviting
access across all your devices. You can share your excitement, when
and where you want.
Download the SnapBridge app to get started!
Take advantage of the wide-ranging
convenience by downloading the
SnapBridge app onto your smart device
now. Through a few simple steps, this
app connects your Nikon cameras with a
compatible iPhone®, iPad® and/or iPod
touch® or smart devices running on the
TM
Android
available free from the website (http://
snapbridge.nikon.com), Apple App
Store® and Google Play
For the latest information on SnapBridge, visit the Nikon website for
your area (Avi).
operating system. The app is
TM
.
For Smart Device Users
iii
The exciting image experience that SnapBridge offers…
Automatic picture transfer from camera to smart
device thanks to the constant connection between
the two devices — making online photo sharing
easier than ever
Upload of photos and thumbnail images to the
NIKON IMAGE SPACE cloud service
A range of services that enriches your imaging life,
including:
• Camera remote control
• Imprinting up to two pieces of credit
information (e.g. copyright, comments,
text and logos) on pictures
• Automatic update of camera’s date and
time info and location info
• Receive camera’s firmware updates
For Smart Device Users
iv
Introduction
Read This First
Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX B500 digital camera.
Symbols and Conventions Used in This Manual
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• SD, SDHC, and SDXC memory cards are referred to as “memory cards” in this
manual.
• The setting at the time of purchase is referred to as the “default setting.”
• The names of menu items displayed on the camera screen, and the names of
buttons or messages displayed on a computer screen appear in bold.
• In this manual, images are sometimes omitted from screen display samples so that
screen indicators can be more clearly shown.
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Read This First
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Information and Precautions
Life-Long Learning
As part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product support and
education, continually updated information is available online at the following websites:
• For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/
• For users in Europe: http://www.europe-nikon.com/support/
• For users in Asia, Oceania, the Middle East, and Africa: http://www.nikon-asia.com/
Visit these websites 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. Visit the
website below for contact information.
http://imaging.nikon.com/
Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories
Nikon COOLPIX cameras are designed to the highest standards and include complex
electronic circuitry. Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including battery chargers,
batteries, and AC adapters) 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
For more information about Nikon brand accessories, contact a local authorized Nikon
dealer.
Before Taking Important Pictures
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.
NIKON WARRANTY.
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Read This First
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About the Manuals
• 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.
• Illustrations and screen content shown in this manual may differ from the actual product.
• Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software
described in these manuals at any time and without prior notice.
• Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product.
• While every effort was 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).
Comply with Copyright Notices
Under copyright law, photographs or recordings of copyrighted works made with the
camera can not be used without the permission of the copyright holder. Exceptions apply
to personal use, but note that even personal use may be restricted in the case of
photographs or recordings of exhibits or live performances.
Disposing of Data Storage Devices
Please note that deleting images or formatting data storage devices such as memory cards
or built-in camera memory 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, make
sure to reset all of the camera’s settings in Reset all in the setup menu (A98). After
resetting, erase all data in the device using commercial deletion software, or format the
device in Format memory or Format card in the setup menu (A98), then completely
refill it with images containing no private information (for example, images of empty sky).
Care should be taken to avoid injury or damage to property when physically destroying
memory cards.
Conformity Marking
Follow the procedure below to display some of the conformity markings that the
camera complies with.
Press the d button M z menu icon M Conformity marking M k button
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Introduction
Read This First
For Your Safety
To prevent damage to property or injury to yourself or to others, read “For Your Safety”
in its entirety before using this product.
Keep these safety instructions where all those who use this product will read them.
Failure to observe the precautions marked
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
• Do not use while walking or operating a motor vehicle. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in accidents or other injury.
• Do not disassemble or modify this product. Do not touch internal parts that
become exposed as the result of a fall or other accident. Failure to observe these
precautions could result in electric shock or other injury.
• Should you notice any abnormalities such as the product producing smoke, heat,
or unusual odors, immediately disconnect the batteries or power source.
Continued operation could result in fire, burns or other injury.
• Keep dry. Do not handle with wet hands. Do not handle the plug with wet hands.
Failure to observe these precautions could result in fire or electric shock.
• Do not let your skin remain in prolonged contact with this product while it is on or
plugged in. Failure to observe this precaution could result in low-temperature
burns.
• Do not use this product in the presence of flammable dust or gas such as propane,
gasoline or aerosols. Failure to observe this precaution could result in explosion or
fire.
• Do not aim the flash at the operator of a motor vehicle. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in accidents.
with this icon carries a high risk of death or
severe injury.
Failure to observe the precautions marked
with this icon could result in death or
severe injury.
Failure to observe the precautions marked
with this icon could result in injury or
property damage.
WARNING
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• Keep this product out of reach of children. Failure to observe this precaution could
result in injury or product malfunction. In addition, note that small parts constitute
a choking hazard. Should a child swallow any part of this product, seek immediate
medical attention.
• Do not entangle, wrap or twist the straps around your neck. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in accidents.
• Do not use batteries, chargers, or AC adapters not specifically designated for use
with this product. When using batteries, chargers, and AC adapters designated for
use with this product, do not:
- Damage, modify, forcibly tug or bend the cords or cables, place them under
heavy objects, or expose them to heat or flame.
- Use travel converters or adapters designed to convert from one voltage to
another or with DC-to-AC inverters.
Failure to observe these precautions could result in fire or electric shock.
• Do not handle the plug when using the AC adapter during thunderstorms. Failure
to observe this precaution could result in electric shock.
• Do not handle with bare hands in locations exposed to extremely high or low
temperatures. Failure to observe this precaution could result in burns or frostbite.
CAUTION
• Turn this product off when its use is prohibited. Disable wireless features when the
use of wireless equipment is prohibited. The radio-frequency emissions produced
by this product could interfere with equipment onboard aircraft or in hospitals or
other medical facilities.
• Remove the batteries and disconnect the AC adapter if this product will not be
used for an extended period. Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire
or product malfunction.
• Do not touch moving parts of the lens or other moving parts. Failure to observe
this precaution could result in injury.
• Do not fire the flash in contact with or in close proximity to the skin or objects.
Failure to observe this precaution could result in burns or fire.
• Do not leave the product where it will be exposed to extremely high
temperatures, for an extended period such as in an enclosed automobile or in
direct sunlight. Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or product
malfunction.
Introduction
For Your Safety
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DANGER for Batteries
• Do not mishandle batteries. Failure to observe the following precautions could
result in the batteries leaking, overheating, rupturing, or catching fire:
- Do not attempt to recharge non-rechargeable batteries.
- Do not expose batteries to flame or excessive heat.
- Do not disassemble.
- Do not short circuit the terminals by touching them to necklaces, hairpins, or
other metal objects.
- Do not expose batteries or the products in which they are inserted to powerful
physical shocks.
• Recharge all EN-MH2 rechargeable batteries in each pack of four simultaneously.
Failure to observe this precaution could result in the batteries leaking,
overheating, rupturing, or catching fire.
• If battery liquid comes into contact with the eyes, rinse with plenty of clean water
and seek immediate medical attention. Delaying action could result in eye injuries.
WARNING for Batteries
• Do not remove or damage the battery casing. Never use batteries with damaged
casing. Failure to observe this precaution could result in the batteries leaking,
overheating, rupturing, or catching fire.
• Keep batteries out of reach of children. Should a child swallow a battery, seek
immediate medical attention.
• Do not immerse this product in water or expose to rain. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in fire or product malfunction. Immediately dry the
product with a towel or similar object should it become wet.
• Discontinue use immediately should you notice any changes in the batteries, such
as discoloration or deformation. Cease charging EN-MH2 rechargeable batteries if
they do not charge in the specified period of time. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in the batteries leaking, overheating, rupturing, or
catching fire.
• Insert batteries in the correct orientation. Do not mix old and new batteries or
batteries of different types. Failure to observe this precaution could result in the
batteries leaking, overheating, rupturing, or catching fire.
• Prior to disposal, insulate battery terminals with tape. Overheating, rupture, or fire
may result should metal objects come into contact with the terminals. Recycle or
dispose of batteries in accord with local regulations.
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For Your Safety
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• If battery liquid comes into contact with a person’s skin or clothing, immediately
rinse the affected area with plenty of clean water. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in skin irritation.
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For Your Safety
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Table of Contents
Quick Topic Search ............................................................................................................... ii
Main Topics...................................................................................................................................................................... ii
Common Topics ........................................................................................................................................................... ii
For Smart Device Users ...................................................................................................... iii
Introduction ............................................................................................................................ v
Read This First .......................................................................................................................................... v
Symbols and Conventions Used in This Manual ...................................................................................... v
Information and Precautions ............................................................................................................................... vi
For Your Safety ..................................................................................................................................... viii
Parts of the Camera .............................................................................................................. 1
The Camera Body.................................................................................................................................... 2
The Monitor .............................................................................................................................................. 4
Switching the Information Displayed on the Screen (s Button)........................................... 4
For Shooting.................................................................................................................................................................... 5
For Playback..................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Getting Started....................................................................................................................... 9
How to Attach the Camera Strap and Lens Cap ........................................................................ 10
Inserting the Batteries and Memory Card.................................................................................... 11
Applicable Batteries................................................................................................................................................. 11
Removing the Batteries or Memory Card................................................................................................... 12
Memory Cards and Internal Memory............................................................................................................ 12
Changing the Angle of the Monitor............................................................................................... 13
Camera Setup......................................................................................................................................... 14
Setup from a Smartphone or Tablet ............................................................................................................. 14
Setup from the Camera Menus ........................................................................................................................ 16
What SnapBridge Can Do for You................................................................................................................... 18
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Basic Shooting and Playback Operations................................................................... 20
Shooting Images................................................................................................................................... 21
Using the Flash ........................................................................................................................................................... 23
Recording Movies ..................................................................................................................................................... 23
Playing Back Images ............................................................................................................................ 24
Deleting Images .................................................................................................................................... 25
The Image Selection Screen for Deletion .................................................................................................. 26
Shooting Features............................................................................................................... 27
Selecting a Shooting Mode............................................................................................................... 28
A (Auto) Mode .................................................................................................................................... 29
Using the Creative Slider ...................................................................................................................................... 29
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to the Shooting Conditions) ................................................ 31
Tips and Notes About Scene Mode............................................................................................................... 32
Shooting with Easy Panorama .......................................................................................................................... 38
Playback with Easy Panorama ........................................................................................................................... 40
Creative Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting)................................................................... 41
Smart Portrait Mode (Enhancing Human Faces When Shooting)....................................... 43
Using Smile Timer ..................................................................................................................................................... 44
Using Self-Collage..................................................................................................................................................... 45
Setting Shooting Functions with the Multi Selector ............................................................... 46
Flash Mode.............................................................................................................................................. 47
Self-timer ................................................................................................................................................. 49
Macro Mode (Taking Close-up Pictures) ...................................................................................... 51
Exposure Compensation (Adjusting Brightness) ...................................................................... 52
Using the Zoom..................................................................................................................................... 53
Focusing................................................................................................................................................... 55
The Shutter-release Button ................................................................................................................................. 55
Using Target Finding AF ....................................................................................................................................... 55
Using Face Detection ............................................................................................................................................. 56
Using Skin Softening ............................................................................................................................................... 57
Subjects Not Suitable for Autofocus ............................................................................................................. 57
Focus Lock..................................................................................................................................................................... 58
Default Settings (Flash, Self-timer, and Macro Mode)............................................................. 59
Functions That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously When Shooting...................................... 61
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Playback Features................................................................................................................ 63
Playback Zoom ...................................................................................................................................... 64
Thumbnail Playback/Calendar Display......................................................................................... 65
List by Date Mode................................................................................................................................. 66
Viewing and Deleting Images in a Sequence............................................................................. 67
Viewing Images in a Sequence......................................................................................................................... 67
Deleting Images in a Sequence ....................................................................................................................... 68
Editing Images (Still Images) ............................................................................................................ 69
Before Editing Images ............................................................................................................................................ 69
Quick Effects: Changing Hue or Mood ........................................................................................................ 69
Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and Saturation .......................................................................... 70
D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and Contrast ................................................................................... 70
Red-eye Correction: Correcting Red-eye When Shooting with the Flash............................. 71
Glamour Retouch: Enhancing Human Faces ........................................................................................... 71
Small Picture: Reducing the Size of an Image ......................................................................................... 73
Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy....................................................................................................................... 74
Movies ..................................................................................................................................... 75
Basic Operations of Movie Recording and Movie Playback .................................................. 76
Capturing Still Images While Recording Movies ....................................................................... 79
Short Movie Show Mode (Combining Movie Clips to Create Short Movies) .................. 80
Using Special Effects................................................................................................................................................ 82
Operations During Movie Playback ............................................................................................... 83
Editing Movies ....................................................................................................................................... 84
Extracting Only the Desired Portion of a Movie..................................................................................... 84
Saving a Frame from a Movie as a Still Image ......................................................................................... 85
Connecting the Camera to a TV, Printer, or Computer.......................................... 86
Utilizing Images..................................................................................................................................... 87
Viewing Images on a TV ..................................................................................................................... 88
Printing Images Without a Computer ........................................................................................... 90
Connecting the Camera to a Printer ............................................................................................................. 90
Printing Images One at a Time ......................................................................................................................... 91
Printing Multiple Images ...................................................................................................................................... 92
Transferring Images to a Computer (ViewNX-i)......................................................................... 94
Installing ViewNX-i.................................................................................................................................................... 94
Transferring Images to a Computer .............................................................................................................. 94
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Using the Menu.................................................................................................................... 97
Menu Operations.................................................................................................................................. 98
The Image Selection Screen ............................................................................................................................ 100
Menu Lists ............................................................................................................................................ 101
The Shooting Menu.............................................................................................................................................. 101
The Movie Menu..................................................................................................................................................... 102
The Playback Menu............................................................................................................................................... 102
The Network Menu ............................................................................................................................................... 103
The Setup Menu ..................................................................................................................................................... 104
The Shooting Menu (The Common Shooting Options)....................................................... 105
Image Mode (Image Size and Quality)...................................................................................................... 105
The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)............................................................................... 106
White Balance (Adjusting Hue)...................................................................................................................... 106
Continuous Shooting .......................................................................................................................................... 108
ISO Sensitivity ........................................................................................................................................................... 110
AF Area Mode........................................................................................................................................................... 111
Autofocus Mode ..................................................................................................................................................... 114
The Smart Portrait Menu................................................................................................................. 115
Self-Collage ................................................................................................................................................................ 115
Blink Proof ................................................................................................................................................................... 116
The Movie Menu ................................................................................................................................ 117
Movie Options.......................................................................................................................................................... 117
Autofocus Mode ..................................................................................................................................................... 121
Movie VR ...................................................................................................................................................................... 122
Wind Noise Reduction ........................................................................................................................................ 122
Frame Rate.................................................................................................................................................................. 123
The Playback Menu........................................................................................................................... 124
Mark for Upload....................................................................................................................................................... 124
Slide Show .................................................................................................................................................................. 125
Protect........................................................................................................................................................................... 126
Rotate Image............................................................................................................................................................. 126
Copy (Copy Between the Memory Card and Internal Memory)............................................... 127
Sequence Display Options ............................................................................................................................... 128
The Network Menu ........................................................................................................................... 129
Operating the Text Input Keyboard............................................................................................................ 130
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The Setup Menu................................................................................................................................. 131
Time Zone and Date ............................................................................................................................................ 131
Monitor Settings ..................................................................................................................................................... 133
Date Stamp ................................................................................................................................................................ 134
Photo VR ...................................................................................................................................................................... 135
AF Assist ....................................................................................................................................................................... 135
Digital Zoom ............................................................................................................................................................. 136
Sound Settings......................................................................................................................................................... 136
Auto Off........................................................................................................................................................................ 137
Format Card/Format Memory ........................................................................................................................ 138
Language .................................................................................................................................................................... 138
Image Comment .................................................................................................................................................... 139
Copyright Information ........................................................................................................................................ 140
Location Data ........................................................................................................................................................... 141
Reset All........................................................................................................................................................................ 141
Battery Type............................................................................................................................................................... 142
Conformity Marking.............................................................................................................................................. 142
Firmware Version.................................................................................................................................................... 142
Technical Notes................................................................................................................. 143
Notices................................................................................................................................................... 144
Notes About Wireless Communication Functions ................................................................ 146
Caring for the Product ..................................................................................................................... 149
The Camera................................................................................................................................................................ 149
Batteries........................................................................................................................................................................ 150
Memory Cards.......................................................................................................................................................... 151
Cleaning and Storage....................................................................................................................... 152
Cleaning....................................................................................................................................................................... 152
Storage.......................................................................................................................................................................... 152
Error Messages.................................................................................................................................... 153
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................ 156
File Names............................................................................................................................................ 162
Optional Accessories ........................................................................................................................ 163
Specifications ...................................................................................................................................... 164
Memory Cards That Can Be Used................................................................................................................. 168
Index....................................................................................................................................................... 170
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Parts of the Camera
The Camera Body ...................................................................................................................2
The Monitor..............................................................................................................................4
Parts of the Camera
1
The Camera Body
1
Zoom control................................................ 53
f : Wide-angle...................................... 53
g : Telephoto......................................... 53
h : Thumbnail playback.................. 65
i : Playback zoom.............................. 64
2
Shutter-release button............................ 22
3
Eyelet for camera strap ........................... 10
4
Power switch/power-on lamp ...........14
5
Self-timer lamp ............................................ 49
AF-assist illuminator
6
Mode dial ................................................ 21, 28
7
Microphone (stereo)
8
Flash.............................................................23, 47
9
N-Mark (NFC antenna) ............................ 15
10
m (flash pop-up) button..................23, 47
11
Side zoom control ..................................... 53
12
q (snap-back zoom) button.............. 54
13
Lens
433
5
2
1
7 8
6
10
1113
12
9
Parts of the Camera
The Camera Body
2
1314
6
11
52 43
10
1
7
16 15
12
9
8
1
Monitor........................................................ 4, 13
2
Speaker
3
s (display) button ................................ 4
4
Flash lamp....................................................... 47
5
b (e movie-record) button.............76
6
c (playback) button .............................. 24
7
DC input connector
(for AC adapter available separately
from Nikon) ................................................. 163
8
HDMI micro connector (Type D)......87
9
USB/audio/video output connector
............................................................................... 87
10
Connector cover......................................... 87
11
Multi selector ................................................ 98
12
k (apply selection) button................. 98
13
l (delete) button ...................................... 25
14
d (menu) button.................................. 98
15
Battery-chamber/
memory card slot cover ......................... 11
16
Tripod socket ..............................................166
Parts of the Camera
The Camera Body
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(except movies)
Display a histogram,
tone level and shooting
information (A8).
Hide information
The information that is displayed on the shooting or playback screen changes
depending on the camera’s settings and state of use.
Switching the Information Displayed on the Screen
(s Button)
To switch the information displayed on the screen
during shooting or playback, press the s (display)
button.
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1
Shooting mode ........................................... 28
2
Flash mode..................................................... 47
3
Macro mode.................................................. 51
4
Zoom indicator.................................... 51, 53
5
Focus indicator.............................................22
6
Movie options (normal speed movies)
............................................................................ 117
7
Movie options (HS movies) ............... 118
8
Image mode............................................... 105
9
Easy panorama............................................. 38
10
Photo VR icon ............................................ 135
11
Movie VR icon............................................ 122
12
Wind noise reduction ........................... 122
13
Exposure compensation value
................................................................29, 43, 52
14
Remaining movie recording time.... 76
15
Number of exposures remaining
(still images)................................................... 21
16
Internal memory indicator ................... 21
17
Framing border (Moon or Birdwatching scene mode, or snap-back
zoom)..........................................................37, 54
18
Travel destination icon..........................131
19
ISO sensitivity..............................................110
20
Battery level indicator.............................. 21
21
“Date not set” indicator ........................157
22
Date stamp...................................................134
23
Bluetooth communication indicator
.....................................................................19, 129
24
Wi-Fi communication indicator
.....................................................................19, 129
25
Location data..............................................141
26
Airplane mode ...................................19, 129
26
25
24
23
22
21
20
The Monitor
Parts of the Camera
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Focus area (manual or center)
.....................................................................58, 111
28
Focus area (target finding AF)
.....................................................................55, 112
29
Focus area (face detection,
pet detection).....................36, 43, 56, 111
30
Focus area (subject tracking)
..................................................................112, 113
31
F-number......................................................... 55
32
Shutter speed ............................................... 55
33
View/hide framing grid........................ 133
34
Soft ......................................................................43
35
Active D-Lighting ....................................... 29
36
Foundation makeup................................. 43
37
White balance............................................ 106
38
Hue......................................................................29
39
Skin softening............................................... 43
40
Special effects............................................... 82
41
Vividness.......................................................... 29
42
Continuous shooting mode...... 36, 108
43
Blink proof icon .........................................116
44
Hand-held/tripod................................32, 33
45
Backlighting (HDR) .................................... 33
46
Multiple exp. Lighten............................... 34
47
Still image capture
(during movie recording)...................... 79
48
Self-timer indicator.................................... 49
49
Smile timer ..................................................... 44
50
Self-Collage.......................................... 45, 115
51
Self-portrait timer....................................... 49
52
Pet portrait auto release......................... 36
40
37
H
PRE
35
47
10
2
46
45
44
HDR
49
5
51
48
50
52
43
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List by date icon .......................................... 66
2
Protect icon................................................. 126
3
Sequence display (when Individual
pictures is selected) ............................. 128
4
Glamour retouch icon ............................. 71
5
Quick effects icon....................................... 69
6
D-Lighting icon............................................ 70
7
Quick retouch icon.................................... 70
8
Red-eye correction icon......................... 71
9
Internal memory indicator
10
Current image number/
total number of images
11
Movie length or elapsed playback
time
12
Volume indicator ........................................ 83
13
Image mode................................................105
14
Movie options ............................................117
15
Easy panorama ............................................ 40
16
Small picture icon ...................................... 73
17
Crop icon..................................................64, 74
18
Easy panorama playback guide
Sequence playback guide
Movie playback guide
19
Quick effects guide
20
Time of recording
21
Date of recording
22
Battery level indicator.............................. 21
23
File number and type............................162
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Recorded location data indicator ...141
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The Monitor
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Histogram
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ISO sensitivity ............................................. 110
5
White balance............................................ 106
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Image mode............................................... 105
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Time of recording.............................14, 131
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Date of recording.............................14, 131
9
File number and type............................162
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Exposure compensation value .......... 52
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Shooting mode ........................................... 28
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Shutter speed ............................................... 55
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F-number ........................................................ 55
You can check for loss of contrast detail in highlights and shadows from the
histogram that is displayed, or the display for the tone level. These provide guidelines
when adjusting the image brightness with functions such as exposure compensation.
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A histogram is a graph showing the distribution of tones in the image. The horizontal axis
corresponds to pixel brightness, with dark tones to the left and bright tones to the right.
The vertical axis shows the number of pixels.
2
The tone level indicates the brightness level.
Parts of the Camera
The Monitor
8
Getting Started
How to Attach the Camera Strap and Lens Cap........................................................10
Inserting the Batteries and Memory Card ...................................................................11
Changing the Angle of the Monitor ..............................................................................13
Camera Setup ........................................................................................................................14
Getting Started
9
How to Attach the Camera Strap and Lens Cap
Attach the strap at two places.
Attach the lens cap to the camera strap, and then attach the strap to the camera.
B Lens Cap
When the camera is not in use, attach the lens cap to the lens to protect it.
10
Getting Started
How to Attach the Camera Strap and Lens Cap
Inserting the Batteries and Memory Card
Memory card slot
4
3
2
1
• Hold the camera upside down to prevent the batteries from falling out, confirm
that the positive (+) and negative (–) terminals of the batteries are oriented
correctly, and insert the batteries.
• Slide the memory card in until it clicks into place (5).
• Be careful not to insert the batteries or memory card upside-down or backward, as
this could cause a malfunction.
• When closing the cover, slide it while securely holding down the area marked 7.
5
7
6
8
B Formatting a Memory Card
The first time you insert a memory card that has been used in another device into this
camera, make sure to format it with this camera.
• Note that formatting a memory card permanently deletes all images and other
data on the memory card. Be sure to make copies of any images you wish to keep
before formatting the memory card.
• Insert the memory card into the camera, press the d button, and select Format card in
the setup menu (A98).
Applicable Batteries
• Four LR6/L40 (AA-size) alkaline batteries (included batteries*)
• Four FR6/L91 (AA-size) lithium batteries
• Four EN-MH2 Rechargeable Ni-MH (nickel metal hydride) batteries
EN-MH1 Rechargeable Ni-MH batteries cannot be used.
* Although the batteries are described as being “included” in this manual, the batteries may
not be included depending on the country or region in which the camera was purchased.
Getting Started
Inserting the Batteries and Memory Card
11
B Notes About the Batteries
Batteries with insulation
that does not cover the
area around the
negative terminal
Batteries with peeling Batteries with a flat
negative terminal
• Do not combine old and new batteries or batteries of different makes or types.
• Batteries with the following defects cannot be used:
B Notes About EN-MH2 Rechargeable Ni-MH Batteries
When using EN-MH2 batteries with the camera, charge four batteries at a time using MH-73
Battery Charger (A150).
C Alkaline Batteries
Performance of alkaline batteries may vary greatly depending on the brand.
Removing the Batteries or Memory Card
Turn the camera off and make sure that the power-on lamp and screen have turned
off, and then open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.
• Gently push the memory card into the camera to partially eject the memory card.
• Be careful when handling the camera, batteries, and memory card immediately
after using the camera, as they may be hot.
Memory Cards and Internal Memory
Camera data, including images and movies, can be saved either on a memory card or
in the camera’s internal memory. To use the camera’s internal memory, remove the
memory card.
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Getting Started
Inserting the Batteries and Memory Card
Changing the Angle of the Monitor
The angle of the monitor can be lowered down to approx. 85° or raised upward to
approx. 90°.
B Notes About the Monitor
• Do not apply excessive force when changing the angle of the monitor.
• The monitor cannot be moved to the left or right.
• Put the monitor back in the original position when using in normal situations.
Getting Started
Changing the Angle of the Monitor
13
Camera Setup
Multi selector
k button
(apply selection)
RightLeft
Up
Down
Power switch
Setup from a Smartphone or Tablet
• Before proceeding, install the SnapBridge app (Aiii) and enable
Bluetooth and Wi-Fi on your smartphone or tablet (below, “smart
device”).
• The camera and smart device screens shown in this manual may
differ from those of the actual products.
1 Turn the camera on.
• Use the multi selector to select and adjust settings.
• A language selection dialog will be displayed. Press
H or I on the multi selector to highlight a
language and press k to select.
• The language can be changed at any time using
the Language option in the setup menu (A98).
2 Press k when the dialog at right is
displayed.
• If you do not wish to use a smart device to
configure the camera, press d (A16).
Getting Started
Camera Setup
14
Language
Cancel
Use SnapBridge to send photos to your
smart device and share them online.
To skip this screen and set SnapBridge
later from the Network menu, press
MENU.
LaterLater
Set
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