Nikon COOLPIX A100 Reference Manual

DIGITAL CAMERA

Reference Manual

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Introduction

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Table of Contents

Parts of the Camera

Preparing for Shooting

Basic Shooting and Playback Operations

Shooting Features

Playback Features

Recording and Playing Back Movies

Using Menus

Connecting the Camera to a TV, Printer, or Computer

Technical Notes

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Read This First

To get the most from this Nikon product, be sure to read “For Your Safety”
(Avi–viii), and all other instructions thoroughly and keep them where they
will be read by all who use the camera.

• If you want to start using the camera right away, see “Preparing for

Shooting” (A6) and “Basic Shooting and Playback Operations” (A11).

Other Information

• Symbols and Conventions

Symbol Description

This icon marks cautions and information that should be read

B

before using the camera.

This icon marks notes and information that should be read

C

before using the camera.

A This icon marks other pages containing relevant information.

• 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 in the camera monitor, and the names

of buttons or messages displayed on a computer monitor appear in bold.

• In this manual, images are sometimes omitted from monitor display samples
so that monitor indicators can be more clearly shown.

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How to Attach the Camera Strap

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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, Charging AC Adapter, 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 COU LD DAMAGE THE CAMERA

AND MAY VOID YOUR
The use of third-party rechargeable Li-ion batteries not bearing the Nikon

holographic seal could interfere with normal operation of the camera or result in the
batteries overheating, igniting, rupturing, or leaking.

Holographic seal: Identifies this
device as an authentic Nikon product.

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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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 monitor content shown in this manual may differ from the actual

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product.

• Nikon reserves the right to cha nge 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).

Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction

Note that simply being in possession of material that was digitally copied or
reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera or other device may be
punishable by law.

• Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced

Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, securities, government bonds or local
government bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are stamped “Sample.” The
copying or reproduction of paper money, coins, o r secur ities wh ich are circul ated in a
foreign country is prohibited. Unless the prior permission of the government was
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 and
tickets, such as passes and meal coupons.

• Comply with copyright notices

The copying or reproduction of copyrighted creative works such as books, music,
paintings, woodcut prints, maps, drawings, movies, and photographs is governed by
national and international copyright laws. Do not use this product for the purpose of
making illegal copies or to infringe copyright laws.

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Disposing of Data Storage Devices

Please note that deleting images or formattin g 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 pers onal
image data. Ensuring the privacy of such data is the user’s responsibility.

Before discarding a data storage device or transferring ownership to another person,
erase all data using commercial deletion software, or format the device and then
completely refill it with images containing no private information (for example,
images of empty sky). Care should be taken to avoid injury or damage to property
when physically destroying data storage devices.

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For Your Safety

To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others,
read the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this
equipment. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the product

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will read them.
The consequences that could result from failure to observe the precautions
listed in this section are indicated by the following symbol:

This icon marks warnings, information that should be read before using
this Nikon product, to prevent possible injury.

WARNINGS

Turn off in the event of malfunction

Should you notice smoke or an unusual smell coming from the camera or
Charging AC Adapter, unplug the Charging AC Adapter and remove the
battery immediately, taking care to avoid burns. Continued operation could
result in injury. After removing or disconnecting the power source, take the
equipment to a Nikon-authorized service representative for inspection.

Do not disassemble

Touching the internal parts of the camera or Charging AC Adapter could result
in injury. Repairs should be performed only by qualified technicians. Sho uld the
camera or Charging AC Adapter break open as the result of a fall or other
accident, take the product to a Nikon-authorized service representative for
inspection, after unplugging the product and/or removing the battery.

Do not use the camera or Charging AC Adapter 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.

Handle the camera strap with care

Never place the strap around the neck of an infant or child.

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.

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Do not remain in contact with the camera, Charging AC Adapter,
or AC adapter for extended periods while the devices are on or in
use

Parts of the devices become hot. Leaving the devices in direct contact with the
skin for extended periods may result in low-temperature burns.

Do not leave the product where it will be exposed to extremely
high temperatures, such as in an enclosed automobile or in direct
sunlight

Failure to observe this precaution could cause damage or fire.

Observe caution when handling the battery

The battery may leak, overheat, or explode if improperly handled. Observe the
following precautions when handling the battery for use in this product:

• Before replacing the battery, turn the product off. If you are using the
Charging AC Adapter/AC adapter, be sure it is unplugged.

• Use only a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL19 (included). Charge the
battery by using a camera that supports battery charging. To perform this
operation, use either Charging AC Adapter EH-72P/EH-72PCH (included) or
the Charge by computer function. The Battery Charger MH-66 (available
separately) is also available to charge the battery without using a camera.

• When inserting the battery, do not attempt to insert it upside down or
backwards.

• Do not short or disassemble the battery or attempt to remove or break the
battery insulation or casing.

• Do not expose the battery to flame or to excessive heat.

• Do not immerse in or expose to water.

• Put the battery in a plastic bag, etc. in order to insulate it before transporting.

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.

• Discontinue use immediately should you notice any change in the battery,
such as discoloration or deformation.

• If liquid from the damaged battery comes in contact with clothing or skin,
rinse immediately with plenty of water.

Observe the following precautions when handling the Charging
AC Adapter

• Keep dry. Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or electric
shock.

• Dust on or near the metal parts of the plug should be removed with a dry
cloth. Continued use could result in fire.

• Do not handle the plug or go near the Charging AC Adapter during
lightning storms. Failure to observe this precaution could result in electric
shock.

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• Do not damage, modify, forcibly tug or bend the USB cable, place it under
heavy objects, or expose it to heat or flames. Should the insulation be
damaged and the wires become exposed, take it to a Nikon-authorized
service representative for inspection. Failure to observe these precautions
could result in fire or electric shock.

• Do not handle the plug or Charging AC Adapter with wet hands. Failure to

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observe this precaution could result in electric shock.

• Do not use with travel converters or adapters designed to convert from one
voltage to another or with DC-to-AC inverters. Failure to observe this
precaution could damage the product or cause overheating or fire.

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.

Do not touch the moving parts of the lens

Failure to observe this precaution could result in injury.

Handle moving parts with care

Be careful that your fingers or other objects are not pinched by the lens cover
or other moving parts.

Using the flash close to your subject’s eyes could cause temporary
visual impairment

The flash should be no less than 1 meter (3 ft 4 in.) from the subject.
Particular care should be observed when photographing infants.

Do not operate the flash with the flash window touching a person
or object

Failure to observe this precaution could result in burns or fire.

Avoid contact with liquid crystal

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

Follow the instructions of airline and hospital personnel

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Notices

Notices for Customers in the U.S.A.

IMPORTAN T SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ­SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS

For connection to a supply not in the U.S.A., use an attachment plug adapter of
the proper configuration for the power outlet if needed.
The power supply unit is intended to be correctly orientated in a vertical or
floor mount position.

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency
Interference Statement

This equipment has b een 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.

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Notice for Customers in the State of California

WARNING

Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to
the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling.

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Nikon Inc.,
1300 Walt Whitman Road, Melville, New York 11747-3064, U.S.A.
Tel: [phone]

Notice for Customers in Canada

CAN ICES-3(B) / NMB-3(B)

Notices for Customers in Europe

CAUTIONS

RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE.

DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.

This symbol indicates that electrical and electronic equipment is to
be collected separately.
The following apply only to users in European countries:

• This product is designated for separate collection at an
appropriate collection point. Do not dispose of as household
waste.

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

• For more information, contact the retailer or the local authorities in charge
of waste management.

This symbol on the battery indicates that the battery is to be
collected separately.

The following apply only to users in European countries:

• All batteries, whether marked with this symbol or not, are
designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection
point. Do not dispose of as household waste.

• For more information, contact the retailer or the local authorities in charge
of waste management.

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Table of Contents

Introduction ................................................................................................................. i

Read This First .............................................................................................................................. i

Other Information......................................................................................................................................... i

How to Attach the Camera Strap....................................................................................................... ii

Information and Precautions ............................................................................................................... iii

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

WARNINGS ...................................................................................................................................................... vi

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

Parts of the Camera .................................................................................................. 1

The Camera Body...................................................................................................................... 1

The Monitor ................................................................................................................................ 3

Shooting Mode ............................................................................................................................................. 3

Playback Mode .............................................................................................................................................. 5

Preparing for Shooting............................................................................................ 6

Insert the Battery and Memory Card ................................................................................. 6

Removing the Battery or Memory Card ......................................................................................... 6

Memory Cards and Internal Memory............................................................................................... 6

Charge the Battery ................................................................................................................... 7

Turn the Camera On and Set the Display Language, Date, and Time ................... 9

Basic Shooting and Playback Operations....................................................... 11

Shooting with Scene Auto Selector Mode..................................................................... 11

Using the Zoom......................................................................................................................................... 13

The Shutter-release Button ................................................................................................................. 13

Play Back Images..................................................................................................................... 14

Delete Images .......................................................................................................................... 15

Changing the Shooting Mode ........................................................................................... 17

Using the Flash, Self-timer, Etc........................................................................................... 18

Recording Movies ................................................................................................................... 18

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Shooting Features................................................................................................... 19

x (Scene Auto Selector) Mode ......................................................................................... 19

Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)...................................................................... 20

Tips and Notes ............................................................................................................................................ 21

Shooting with Panorama Assist ....................................................................................................... 24

Playback with Panorama Assist ........................................................................................................ 26

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Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting)... ...................................... 27

Smart Portrait Mode (Enhancing Human Faces When Shooting)......................... 28

Using Smile Timer..................................................................................................................................... 29

A (Auto) Mode ...................................................................................................................... 30

Using the Creative Slider ...................................................................................................................... 31

Flash Mode................................................................................................................................ 32

Self-timer ................................................................................................................................... 34

Macro Mode (Taking Close-up Pictures)......................................................................... 35

Exposure Compensation (Adjusting Brightness) ........................................................ 36

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Default Settings (Flash, Self-timer, Etc.).......................................................................... 37

Focusing..................................................................................................................................... 39

Using Face Detection ............................................................................................................................. 39

Using Skin Softening............................................................................................................................... 40

Using Target Finding AF ....................................................................................................................... 41

Subjects Not Suitable for Autofocus ............................................................................................. 42

Focus Lock..................................................................................................................................................... 43

Functions That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously When Shooting........................ 44

Playback Features.................................................................................................... 46

Playback Zoom ........................................................................................................................ 46

Thumbnail Playback/Calendar Display ........................................................................... 47

List by Date Mode................................................................................................................... 48

Editing Images (Still Images) .............................................................................................. 49

Before Editing Images ............................................................................................................................ 49

Quick Effects: Changing Hue or Mood ....................................................................................... 49

Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and Saturation .......................................................... 50

D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and Contrast .................................................................. 50

Red-eye Correction: Correcting Red-eye When Shooting with the Flash ............. 51

Glamour Retouch: Enhancing Human Faces ........................................................................... 52

Small Picture: Reducing the Size of an Image ........................................................................ 53

Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy ..................................................................................................... 54

Recording and Playing Back Movies................................................................. 55

Operations During Movie Playback ................................................................................. 58

Using Menus.............................................................................................................. 59

The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) .................................................................... 61

Image Mode (Image Size and Quality)......................................................................................... 61

White Balance (Adjusting Hue) ........................................................................................................ 63

Continuous Shooting ............................................................................................................................. 65

ISO Sensitivity .............................................................................................................................................. 66

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AF Area Mode.............................................................................................................................................. 67

Autofocus Mode ....................................................................................... ................................................. 70

The Smart Portrait Menu ...................................................................................................... 71

Blink Proof .......... ........................................................................................................................................... 71

The Playback Menu ................................................................................................................ 72

Slide Show .................................................................................................................................................... 72

Protect.............................................................................................................................................................. 73

Rotate Image .............................................................................................................................................. 73

Copy (Copy Between the Memory Card and Internal Memory).................................. 74

The Image Selection Screen............................................................................................................... 75

The Movie Menu ..................................................................................................................... 76

Movie Options............................................................................................................................................. 76

Autofocus Mode ....................................................................................... ................................................. 77

Wind Noise Reduction .......................................................................................................................... 77

The Setup Menu ...................................................................................................................... 78

Time Zone and Date ............................................................................................................................... 78

Monitor Settings ........................................................................................................................................ 80

Date Stamp ................................................................................................................................................... 82

Electronic VR ................................................................................................................................................ 83

AF Assist .......................................................................................................................................................... 84

Digital Zoom ............................................................................................................................................... 84

Sound Settings ........................................................................................................................................... 85

Auto Off .................................................................... ...................................................................................... 85

Format Card/Format Memory........................................................................................................... 86

Language ....................................................................................................................................................... 87

Video Mode ................................................................................................................................................. 87

Charge by Computer .............................................................................................................................. 88

Reset All........................................................................................................................................................... 89

Firmware Version ..................................................................................................................................... 89

Connecting the Camera to a TV, Printer, or Computer.............................. 90

Connecting the Camera to a TV (Playback on a TV) ................................................... 92

Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print)...................................................... 93

Connecting the Camera to a Printer ............................................................................................. 93

Printing Images One at a Time ......................................................................................................... 94

Printing Multiple Images....................................... ............................................................................... 95

Using ViewNX-i (Transferring Images to a Computer) .............................................. 97

Installing ViewNX-i ................................................................................................................................... 97

Transferring Images to a Computer .............................................................................................. 97

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Technical Notes..................................................................................................... 100

Caring for the Product ....................................................................................................... 101

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The Camera................................................................................................................................................ 101

The Battery ................................................................................................................................................. 102

The Charging AC Adapter................................................................................................................. 103

Memory Cards.......................................................................................................................................... 104

Cleaning and Storage......................................................................................................... 105

Cleaning....................................................................................................................................................... 105

Storage ......................................................................................................................................................... 105

Error Messages...................................................................................................................... 106

Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................. 109

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File Names .............................................................................................................................. 116

Optional Accessories .......................................................................................................... 117

Specifications ........................................................................................................................ 118

Memory Cards That Can Be Used ................................................................................................ 122

Index......................................................................................................................................... 124

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Parts of the Camera

Lens cover closed

1

Shutter-release button.................... 12

2

Zoom control........................................ 13

f: Wide-angle................................ 13

g: Telephoto..................................... 13

h: Thumbnail playback........... 47

i: Playback zoom.......................... 46

j: Help ............................................... 20

3

Power switch/power-on lamp ......9

4

Flash............................................................ 32

5

Self-timer lamp .................................... 34

AF-assist illuminator

6

Lens

7

Built-in microphone

8

Lens cover

9

Eyelet for camera strap ...................... ii

The Camera Body

123 465

Parts of the Camera

89

7

1

1

1

Charge lamp.............................................7

Flash lamp............ ...................................32

2

b (e movie-record) button..... 18

3

A (shooting mode) button

........................................17, 20, 27, 28, 30

4

c (playback) button ...................... 14

5

Multi selector ........................................ 59

6

k (apply selection) button .........59

7

l (delete) button .............................. 15

8

d (menu) button......................... 59

9

Monitor........................................................3

10

USB/audio/video output

connector................................................ 90

11

Tripod socket ..................................... 120

12

Speaker

13

Connector cover................................. 90

14

Battery-chamber/

memory card slot cover ....................6

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3
4
5

6
7

8
9

Parts of the Camera

11 12 1410 13

2

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Shooting mode ....17, 20, 27, 28, 30

2

Flash mode............................................. 32

3

Macro mode ..........................................35

4

Zoom indicator............................ 13, 35

5

Focus indicator .................................... 12

6

AE/AF-L indicator ............................... 25

7

Movie options.......................................76

8

Image mode ..........................................61

9

Panorama assist................................... 24

10

Electronic VR icon .............................. 83

11

Wind noise reduction ...................... 77

12

Exposure compensation value

....................................................................... 36

13

Remaining movie recording time

....................................................................... 18

14

Number of exposures remaining

(still images)........................................... 10

15

Internal memory indicator............ 10

The information that is displayed in the monitor during shooting and playback
changes depending on the camera’s settings and state of use.
By default, information is displayed when the camera is turned on and when
you operate the camera, and turns off after a few seconds (when Photo info is
set to Auto info in Monitor settings (A80)).

Shooting Mode

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Aperture value...................................... 13

17

Focus area (target finding AF)

............................................................... 41, 68

18

Focus area (manual or center)

............................................................... 43, 67

19

Focus area (face detection,

pet detection)................23, 28, 39, 67

20

Focus area (subject tracking)

............................................................... 68, 69

21

Shutter speed ....................................... 13

22

ISO sensitivity........................................ 66

23

Battery level indicator ...................... 10

24

Date stamp............................................. 82

25

“Date not set” indicator ............... 110

26

Travel destination icon ................... 78

27

Soft .............................................................. 28

28

White balance ...................................... 63

29

Foundation makeup......................... 28

30

Hue.............................................................. 31

31

Skin softening....................................... 28

32

Vividness .......................................... 28, 31

33

Continuous shooting mode........ 65

34

Blink proof icon.................................... 71

35

Hand-held/tripod............................... 21

36

Self-timer indicator............................ 34

37

Smile timer ............................................. 29

38

Pet portrait auto release................. 23

37

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35

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33

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30

Parts of the Camera

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1

List by date icon.................................. 48

2

Protect icon............................................ 73

3

Glamour retouch icon ..................... 52

4

Quick effects icon............................... 49

5

D-Lighting icon.................................... 50

6

Quick retouch icon............................ 50

7

Red-eye correction icon .................51

8

Internal memory indicator

9

Current image number/
total number of images

10

Movie length or elapsed playback
time

11

Image mode ..........................................61

12

Panorama assist................................... 24

13

Movie options ...................................... 76

14

Small picture icon .............................. 53

15

Crop icon......................................... 46, 54

16

Volume indicator ................................ 58

17

Quick effects guide

18

Panorama assist playback guide
Movie playback guide

19

Time of recording

20

Date of recording

21

Battery level indicator ......................10

22

Charging AC Adapter connection
indicator

23

File number and type ................... 116

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Parts of the Camera

5

Preparing for Shooting

Battery latch Memory card slot

Insert the Battery and Memory Card

• With the battery’s positive and negative terminals oriented correctly, move
the orange battery latch (3), and fully insert the battery (4).

Preparing for Shooting

• Slide the memory card in until it clicks into place (5).

• Be careful not to insert the battery or memory card upside-down or

backward, as this could cause a malfunction.

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. Insert the memory card into the
camera, press the d button, and select Format card in the setup menu (A59).

Removing the Battery or Memory Card

Turn the camera off and make sure that the power-on lamp and monitor have
turned off, and then open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.

• Move the battery latch to eject the battery.

• Gently push the memory card into the camera to partially eject the memory

card.

• Be careful when handling the camera, battery, and memory card
immediately after using the camera, as they may become 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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Charge the Battery

USB cable (included)

Electrical outlet

Charging AC AdapterCharge lamp

1 With the battery installed, connect the camera to an

electrical outlet.

If a plug adapter* is included with your camera, securely connect it to the
Charging AC Adapter. Once the two are connected, attempting to forcibly
remove the plug adapter could damage the product.

* The shape of the plug adapter varies according to the country or region in

which the camera was purchased. This step can be omitted if the plug
adapter comes permanently bonded to the Charging AC Adapter.

• The charge lamp slowly flashes green to indicate that the battery is charging.

• When charging is complete, the charge lamp turns off. It takes about 3 hours

to charge a fully exhausted battery.

• The battery cannot be charged when the charge lamp quickly flashes green,
possibly due to one of the reasons described below.

- The ambient temperature is not suited to charging.

- The USB cable or Charging AC Adapter is not properly connected.

- The battery is damaged.

2 Disconnect the Charging AC Adapter from the electrical

outlet and then disconnect the USB cable.

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B Notes About the USB Cable

Make sure that the plugs are properly oriented. Do not insert or remove the plugs at
an angle when connecting or disconnecting them.

B Turning the Camera On While Charging

The camera does not turn on if you press the power switch while charging with the
Charging AC Adapter. If you press and hold the c (playback) button, the camera
turns on in playback mode, and captured images can be played back. Shooting is not
possible.

C Charging Using a Computer or Battery Charger

• You can also charge the battery by connecting the camera to a computer.

• You can use the Battery Charger MH-66 (available separately) to charge the battery

without using the camera.

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Turn the Camera On and Set the Display Language, Date, and Time

When the camera is turned on for the first time, the language-selection screen
and the date and time setting screen for the camera clock are displayed.

1 Press the power switch to turn on

the camera.

• The monitor turns on.

• To turn the camera off, press the power

switch again.

2 Use the multi selector

Language

HI to select the
desired language and
press the k button.

CancelCancel

3 Select Yes and press the k button.
4 Select your home

time zone and press
the k button.

• Press H to display W
above the map and enable
daylight saving time. Press
I to disable it.

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5 Use HI to select the date format and press the k button.

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6 Set the date and time, and press

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the k button.

• Use JK to select a field and then use HI
to set the date and time.

• Select the minute field and press the k
button to confirm the setting.

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displayed, use HI to select Yes
and press the k button.

• When settings are finished, the lens
extends.

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• The shooting screen is displayed, and you
can take pictures in scene auto selector
mode.

• Battery level indicator

b: The battery level is high.
B: The battery level is low.

• Number of exposures remaining

C is displayed when no memory card is inserted in the camera, and images
are saved in the internal memory.

C Changing the Language or the Date and Time Setting

• You can change these settings using the Language and Time zone and date

settings in the z setup menu (A59).

• You can enable or disable daylight saving time in the z setup menu by selecting

Time zone and date followed by Time zone. Press the multi selector K and then
H to enable daylight saving time and move the clock forward one hour, or I to

disable daylight saving time and move the clock back one hour.

C The Clock Battery

• The camera’s clock is powered by a built-in backup battery.
The backup battery charges when the main battery is inserted into the camera or
when the camera is connected to an optional AC adapter, and it can run the clock
for several days after about 10 hours of charging.

• If the camera’s backup battery becomes exhausted, the date and time setting
screen is displayed when the camera is turned on. Set the date and time again
(A9).

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Operations

Shooting with Scene Auto Selector Mode

1 Hold the camera steady.

• Keep fingers and other objects away from
the lens, flash, AF assist-illuminator,
microphone, and speaker.

• When taking pictures in portrait (“tall”)
orientation, turn the camera so that the
flash is above the lens.

2 Frame the picture.

• Move the zoom control to change the
zoom lens position.

• When the camera recognizes the shooting
scene, the shooting mode icon changes
accordingly.

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halfway.

• When the subject is in focus, the focus
area or focus indicator is displayed in
green.

• When you are using digital zoom, the
camera focuses in the center of the
frame and the focus area is not
displayed.

• If the focus area or focus indicator
flashes, the camera is unable to focus.
Modify the composition and try pressing
the shutter-release button halfway
again.

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4 Without lifting your finger, press

the shutter-release button the rest

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of the way down.

B Notes About Saving Images or Movies

The indicator showing the number of exposures remaining or the indicator showing
the remaining recording time flashes while images or movies are being saved. Do

not open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover or remove the
battery or memory card while an indicator is flashing. Doing this could result in

loss of data, or in damage to the camera or the memory card.

C The Auto Off Function

• When no operations are performed for about one minute, the monitor turns off,
the camera enters standby mode, and then the power-on lamp flashes. The
camera turns off after remaining in standby mode for about three minutes.

• To turn the monitor back on while the camera is in standby mode, perform an
operation such as pressing the power switch or shutter-release button.

C When Using a Tripod

We recommend using a tripod to stabilize the camera in the following situations:

- When shooting in dim lighting with the flash mode (A18) set to W (off)

- When the zoom is at a telephoto position

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Using the Zoom

Wide-angle Telephoto

Optical

zoom

Digital

zoom

When you move the zoom control, the zoom
lens position changes.

• To zoom in: Move toward g

• To zoom out: Move toward f

When you turn the camera on, the zoom
moves to the maximum wide-angle
position.

• A zoom indicator is displayed on the

shooting screen when the zoom control is
moved.

• Digital zoom, which allows you to further

magnify the subject up to approximately 4×
the maximum optical zoom ratio, can be
activated by moving and holding the zoom control toward g when the
camera is zoomed in to the maximum optical zoom position.

C Digital Zoom

The zoom indicator changes to blue when the digital zoom is activated, and it
changes to yellow when the zoom magnification is increased further.

• Zoom indicator is blue: Image quality is not noticeably reduced by using the
Dynamic Fine Zoom.

• Zoom indicator is yellow: There may be cases in which image quality is noticeably
reduced.

• The indicator remains blue across a wider area when the image size is smaller.

• The zoom indicator may not change to blue when using certain continuous

shooting settings or other settings.

The Shutter-release Button

To set focus and exposure (shutter speed and

Press halfway

aperture value), press the shutter-release button
lightly until you feel a slight resistance. Focus and
exposure remain locked while the shutter-release
button is pressed halfway.

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Press all the
way

Press the shutter-release button all the way to
release the shutter and take a picture.
Do not use force when pres sing the shutter-r elease
button, as this may result in camera shake and
blurred images. Press the button gently.

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Display the previous image

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1 Press the c (playback)

button to enter playback
mode.

• If you press and hold down the c

button while the camera is turned
off, the camera turns on in
playback mode.

2 Use the multi selector to select an

image to display.

• Press and hold down HIJK to scroll

through the images quickly.

• To return to shooting mode, press the A

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button or shutter-release button.

• When e is displayed in full-frame

playback mode, you can press the k
button to apply an effect to the image.

• Move the zoom control

toward g (i) in full-frame
playback mode to zoom in
on an image.

• In full-frame playback mode,

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toward f (h) to switch to
thumbnail playback mode
and display multiple images
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