Nikon COOLPIX L330 Reference Manual
DIGITAL CAMERA
Reference Manual
Introduction
Parts of the Camera
The Basics of Shooting and Playback
Shooting Features
Playback Features
Recording and Playing Back Movies
General Camera Setup
Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer
Reference Section
Technical Notes and Index
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Introduction
Read This First
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX L330 digital camera. Before using the camera,
please read the information in “For Your Safety” (A viii-xi) and familiarize yourself with the
information provided in this manual. After reading, please keep this manual handy and refer
to it to enhance your enjoyment of your new camera.
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About This Manual
If you want to start using the camera right away, see “The Basics of Shooting and Playback”
(A 12).
To learn about the parts of the camera and information that is displayed in the monitor, see
“Parts of the Camera” (A 1).
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Other Information
• Symbols and Conventions
To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and conventions
are used in this manual:
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Icon Description
B
C
A/E/F
This icon indicates cautions and information that should be read before using
the camera.
This icon indicates notes and information that should be read before using the
camera.
These icons indicate other pages containing relevant information;
E: “Reference Section”, F: “Technical Notes and Index.”
• 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.
• Illustrations and monitor content shown in this manual may differ from the actual product.
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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 sites:
• For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/
• For users in Europe and Africa: http://www.europe-nikon.com/support/
• For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http://www.nikon-asia.com/
Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest product information, tips, answers to frequently
asked questions (FAQs), and general advice on digital imaging and photography. Additional
information may be available from the Nikon representative in your area. Visit the site 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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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.
• Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in
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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, or securities which are circulated 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, mov ies, 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 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, erase all data
using commercial deletion software, or format the device and then completely refill it with images
containing no private information (for example, pictures of empty sky). Be sure to also replace any
pictures selected for the Select an image option in the Welcome screen setting (A 65). 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.
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Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the product will read them.
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 AC adapter, unplug the AC
adapter and remove the batteries
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 AC adapter could result in
injury. Repairs should be performed
only by qualified technicians. Should
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the camera or 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 batteries.
Do not use the camera or 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
batteries or other small parts into their
mouths.
Do not remain in contact with
the camera, battery charger,
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 batteries
Batteries may leak or explode if
improperly handled. Observe the
following precautions when handling
batteries for use in this product:
• Before replacing the batteries, turn
the product off. If you are using an
AC adapter, be sure it is unplugged.
• Use only the batteries approved for
use in this product (A 13). Do not
combine old and new batteries or
batteries of different makes or types.
• When charging Nikon EN-MH2
rechargeable Ni-MH batteries, use
only the specified charger and
charge the batteries four at a time.
When replacing the batteries with
EN-MH2-B2 batteries (available
separately), purchase two sets (total
of four batteries).
• The EN-MH2 rechargeable batteries
are for use with Nikon digital
cameras only, and are compatible
with COOLPIX L330.
• Insert batteries in the correct
orientation.
• Do not short or disassemble
batteries or attempt to remove or
break battery insulation or casing.
• Do not expose batteries to flame or
to excessive heat.
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• Do not immerse in or expose to
water.
• Do not transport or store with metal
objects such as necklaces or
hairpins.
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• Batteries are prone to leakage when
fully discharged. To avoid damage
to the product, be sure to remove
the batteries when no charge
remains.
• Discontinue use immediately should
you notice any change in the
batteries, such as discoloration or
deformation.
• If liquid from damaged batteries
comes in contact with clothing or
skin, rinse immediately with plenty
of water.
Observe the following
precautions when handling
the Battery Chargers
(available separately)
• 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 power cable or
go near the battery charger during
lightning storms. Failure to observe
this precaution could result in
electric shock.
• Do not damage, modify, forcibly tug
or bend the power cable, place it
under heavy objects, or expose it to
heat or flame. Should the insulation
be damaged and the wires become
exposed, take it to a Nikonauthorized service representative for
inspection. Failure to observe these
precautions could result in fire or
electric shock.
• Do not handle the plug or battery
charger with wet hands. Failure to
observe this precaution could result
in electric shock.
• Do not use with travel converters or
adapters designed to convert from
one voltage to another or with DCto-AC inverters. Failure to observe
this precaution could damage the
product or result in overheating or
fire.
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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.
Handle moving parts with care
Be careful that your fingers or other
objects are not pinched by the lens
cover or other moving parts.
CD-ROMs
The CD-ROMs included with this device
should not be played back on audio CD
equipment. Playing CD-ROMs on an
audio CD player could cause hearing
loss or damage the equipment.
Observe caution when using
the flash
Using the flash close to your subject’s
eyes could cause temporary visual
impairment. The flash should be no
less than 1 m (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.
Turn the power off when
using inside an airplane or the
hospital
Turn the power off while inside the
airplane during take off or landing.
Do not use wireless network functions
while in the air.
Follow the instructions of the hospital
when using while in a hospital.
The electromagnetic waves emitted by
this camera may disrupt the electronic
systems of the airplane or the
instruments of the hospital. If you are
using an Eye-Fi card, remove it from
the camera before boarding an aircraft
or entering a hospital.
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Notices
Notice for Customers in the
U.S.A.
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Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) Radio
Frequency Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and
found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15
of the FCC rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try
to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
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• 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.
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.
Nikon Inc.,
1300 Walt Whitman Road Melville,
New York 11747-3064 USA
Tel: 631-547-4200
Notice for customers in Canada
CAN ICES-3 B / NMB-3 B
Notice for Customers in Europe
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.
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This symbol on the batteries
indicates that the batteries
are to be collected
separately.
The following apply only to users in
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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 ................................................... ii
Read This First ....................................................... ii
About This Manual .................................................. iii
Information and Precautions ............................. v
For Your Safety ................................................. viii
WARNINGS ................................................................ viii
Notices................................................................... xii
Parts of the Camera ..................................... 1
The Camera Body................................................. 1
Attaching the Camera Strap and Lens Cap
Raising and Lowering the Flash ....................... 5
Using Menus (the d Button)....................... 6
The Monitor ........................................................... 8
Shooting Mode .......................................................... 8
Playback Mode ........................................................ 10
... 4
The Basics of Shooting and Playback
Preparation 1 Insert the Batteries ............... 12
Applicable Batteries .............................................. 13
Preparation 2 Insert a Memory Card .......... 14
Internal Memory and Memory Cards ......... 15
Preparation 3 Setting the Display Lang uage,
Date, and Time................................................... 16
Step 1 Turn the Camera On........................... 20
Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode.................... 22
Available Shooting Modes................................ 23
Step 3 Frame a Picture .................................... 24
Using the Zoom ...................................................... 25
Step 4 Focus and Shoot.................................. 26
The Shutter-release Button .............................. 27
Step 5 Play Back Images ................................. 28
Step 6 Delete Images....................................... 29
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Shooting Features...................................... 31
G (Easy Auto) Mode ...................................... 31
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)
Tips and Notes ......................................................... 33
Smart Portrait Mode
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(Capturing Images of Smiling Faces) ......... 36
A (Auto) Mode ................................................ 38
Functions That Can Be Set Using the Multi
Selector................................................................. 39
Using the Flash ........................................................ 40
Using the Self-timer.............................................. 43
Using Macro Mode................................................ 45
Adjusting Brightness
(Exposure Compensation)................................ 46
Default Settings....................................................... 47
Functions That Can Be Set with the
d Button (Shooting Menu) ...................... 49
Options Available in the Shooting Menus
Functions That Cannot Be Used
Simultaneously .................................................. 51
Focusing............................................................... 52
Using Face Detection .......................................... 52
Using Skin Softening............................................ 53
Subjects Not Suitable for Autofocus .......... 54
Focus Lock.................................................................. 55
Playback Features...................................... 56
Playback Zoom .................................................. 56
Thumbnail Playback, Calendar Display..... 57
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Functions That Can Be Set with the
d Button (Playback Menu) ....................... 58
Recording and Playing Back Movies... 59
Recording Movies ............................................. 59
Functions That Can Be Set with the
d Button (Movie Menu)............................... 62
Playing Back Movies......................................... 63
General Camera Setup............................. 65
Functions That Can Be Set with the
d Button (Setup Menu) ............................. 65
Connecting the Camera to a TV,
... 50
Computer, or Printer................................. 67
Connection Methods....................................... 67
Using ViewNX 2 ................................................. 69
Installing ViewNX 2................................................ 69
Transferring Images to the Computer....... 72
Viewing Images ....................................................... 74
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Reference Section ................................. E1
Using Panorama Assist............................... E2
Editing Still Images...................................... E5
Before Editing Images ................................... E5
D-Lighting:
Enhancing Brightness and Contrast..... E6
Skin Softening:
Softening Skin Tones ..................................... E7
Small Picture:
Reducing the Size of an Image................ E8
Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy ............. E9
Connecting the Camera to a TV
(Viewing Images on a TV)........................ E10
Connecting the Camera to a Printer
(Direct Print)................................................. E11
Connecting the Camera to a Printer
Printing Individual Images....................... E13
Printing Multiple Images .......................... E15
Editing Movies ............................................ E18
The Shooting Menu
(for A (Auto) Mode)................................ E20
Image Mode Settings
(Image Size and Quality) ........................... E20
White Balance (Adjusting Hue) ............ E22
Continuous Shooting ................................. E25
ISO Sensitivity .................................................. E26
Color Options .................................................. E27
The Smart Portrait Menu......................... E28
Skin Softening ................................................. E28
Smile Timer ....................................................... E29
Blink Proof.......................................................... E29
... E12
The Playback Menu ................................... E30
Print Order
(Creating a DPOF Print Order) ............... E30
Slide Show ......................................................... E33
Protect.................................................................. E34
Rotate Image.................................................... E36
Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory
and Memory Card)........................................ E37
The Movie Menu ........................................ E38
Movie Options................................................. E38
Autofocus Mode ............................................ E39
Wind Noise Reduction ............................... E39
The Setup Menu ......................................... E40
Welcome Screen............................................ E40
Time Zone and Date.................................... E41
Monitor Settings ............................................ E43
Print Date (Imprinting Date and Time)
Vibration Reduction ..................................... E46
Motion Detection.......................................... E47
AF Assist .............................................................. E48
Sound Settings................................................ E48
Auto Off ............................................................... E49
Format Memory/Format Card ............... E50
Language............................................................ E51
Video Mode....................................................... E51
Blink Warning................................................... E52
Eye-Fi Upload................................................... E53
Reset All ............................................................... E54
Battery Type...................................................... E55
Firmware Version........................................... E55
Error Messages............................................ E56
File Names .................................................... E59
Optional Accessories ................................ E60
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Technical Notes and Index.................. F1
Caring for the Product ................................. F2
The Camera............................................................ F2
Batteries.................................................................... F4
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Memory Cards...................................................... F6
Cleaning and Storage................................... F7
Cleaning................................................................... F7
Storage ..................................................................... F7
Troubleshooting ............................................ F8
Specifications ............................................... F15
Approved Memory Cards........................... F19
Index................................................................ F22
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Zoom control........................................................ 25
f : wide-angle............................................... 25
g : telephoto.................................................. 25
h : thumbnail playback........................... 57
i : playback zoom...................................... 56
j : help .............................................................. 32
2 Shutter-release button.................................... 26
3 Eyelet for camera strap ...................................... 4
4 Power switch/power-on lamp ................... 20
5
Self-timer lamp..................................................... 43
AF-assist illuminator.......................................... 65
6 Speaker......................................................................63
7 m (flash pop-up) button............................5, 40
8 Flash ....................................................................... 5, 40
9
DC input connector (for AC adapter available
separately from Nikon)
.............................. E60
10 USB/audio/video output connector.......67
11 Connector cover.................................................. 67
12 Lens
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1 Monitor ........................................................................ 8
2 Microphone ........................................................... 59
3 Flash lamp............................................................... 42
4 b (e movie-record) button ..................... 59
5
A (shooting mode) button
.................................................................31, 32, 36, 38
6 c (playback) button....................................... 28
7 Multi selector............................................................6
8 k (apply selection) button.............................6
9 l (delete) button ...............................................29
10 d (menu) button .............6, 49, 58, 62, 65
11
Battery-chamber/
memory card slot cover.......................... 12, 14
12 Tripod socket ..................................................F17
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Attaching the Camera Strap and Lens Cap
Attach them at two places.
Attach the lens cap to the camera strap, and then attach the strap to the camera.
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B Lens Cap
When the camera is not in use, protect the lens by attaching the lens cap.
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Raising and Lowering the Flash
Press the m (flash pop-up) button to raise the flash.
• See “Using the Flash” (A 40) for more information about flash settings.
• Push the flash down gently to lower the flash until it clicks into place when not in use.
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Using Menus (the d Button)
Menu icons
Use the multi selector and k button to navigate the menus.
1 Press the d button.
• The menu is displayed.
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3 Select the desired menu icon.
• The menu is changed.
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Set up
Welcome screen
Time zone and date
Monitor settings
Print date
Vibration reduction
Motion detection
2 Press the multi selector J.
• The current menu icon is displayed in
yellow.
Shooting menu
Image mode
White balance
Continuous
ISO sensitivity
Color options
4 Press the k button.
• The menu options become selectable.
Welcome screen
Time zone and date
Monitor settings
Print date
Vibration reduction
Motion detection
5 Select a menu option. 6 Press the k button.
• The settings for the option you selected
are displayed.
Welcome screen
Time zone and date
Monitor settings
Print date
Vibration reduction
Motion detection
Vibration reduction
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7 Select a setting. 8 Press the k button.
• The setting you selected is applied.
• When you are finished using the menu,
press the d button.
Vibration reduction
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C Notes About Setting Menu Options
• Certain menu options cannot be set depending on the current shooting mode or the state of the
camera. Unavailable options are displayed in gray and cannot be selected.
• When a menu is displayed, you can switch to shooting mode by pressing the shutter-release
button, A (shooting mode) button, or b (e movie-record) button.
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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 first 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 (A 65)).
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1 Shooting mode............................................ 22, 23
2 Flash mode............................................................. 40
3 Macro mode .......................................................... 45
4 Zoom indicator............................................ 25, 45
5 Focus indicator..................................................... 26
6 AE/AF-L indicator.......................................... E3
7 Movie options....................................................... 62
8 Image mode ..........................................50, E20
9 Vibration reduction icon ................................65
10 Motion detection icon .................................... 65
11 Wind noise reduction ...................................... 62
12 Exposure compensation value .................. 46
13 Movie recording time remaining ............. 59
14
Number of exposures remaining
(still images) ........................................................... 20
15 Internal memory indicator............................ 20
16 Focus area............................................................... 26
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Focus area (face detection,
pet detection)........................................26, 35, 36
18 Aperture value ......................................................27
19 Shutter speed........................................................27
20 Travel destination icon ....................................65
21 ISO sensitivity......................................................... 50
22 Battery level indicator ......................................20
23 “Date not set” indicator ...........................16, 65
24 Print date..................................................................65
25 Eye-Fi communication indicator ...............66
26 Skin softening........................................................ 50
27 White balance mode ........................................50
28 Color options.........................................................50
29 Continuous shooting mode ................ 35, 50
30 Blink proof icon ....................................................50
31 Self-timer indicator ............................................ 43
32 Smile timer ..............................................................50
33 Pet portrait auto release .................................35
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