Nikon COOLPIX P310 Reference Manual

DIGITAL CAMERA

Reference Manual

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This product is licensed under the AVC Patent Portfolio License for the personal and non-commercial use of a consumer to (i) encode video in compliance with the AVC standard (“AVC video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal and non-commercial activity and/or was obtained from a video provider licensed to provide AVC video. No license is granted or shall be implied for any other use. Additional information may be obtained from MPEG LA, L.L.C. See http://www.mpegla.com.

Introduction

Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations

The Basics of Shooting and Playback

Shooting Features

Playback Features

Recording and Playing Back Movies

General Camera Setup

Reference Section

Technical Notes and Index

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Read This First

Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX P310 digital camera. Before using the camera, please read the information in “For Your Safety” (Avi) 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

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new camera.

Confirming the Package Contents

In the event that any items are missing, please contact the store where you purchased the camera.

COOLPIX P310 Digital Camera

Charging AC Adapter

EH-69P*

ViewNX 2 Installer CD Reference Manual CD

• Warra nty

* A plug adapter is included if the camera was purchased in a country or region that requires

a plug adapter. The shape of the plug adapter varies with the country or region of purchase.

Camera Strap Rechargeable Li-ion

Battery EN-EL12

(with terminal cover)

USB Cable UC-E6 Audio Video Cable EG-CP16

NOTE: A memory card is not included with the camera.

Read This First

About This Manual

If you want to start using the camera right away, see “The Basics of Shooting and Playback” (A13). To learn about the parts of the camera and basic operations, see “Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations” (A1).

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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A/E/F

SD, SDHC and SDXC memory cards are referred to as “memory cards” in this manual.

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• 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 and viewfinder 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.

This icon indicates cautions and information that should be read before using the camera.

This icon marks notes, 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.”

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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,

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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, 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 COULD 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.

For more information about Nikon brand accessories, contact a local authorized Nikon dealer.

NIKON WARRANTY.

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

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.

About the User’s Manual

• No part of the documentation included with this product may be reproduced, transmitted,

transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any f orm, by any means, without Nikon’s prior written permission.

• Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product.

• Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in

the documentation at any time and without prior notice.

• While every effort was made to ensure that the information in the documentation 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).

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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.

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 (A98). 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 will read them.

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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. Should 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

Using the camera in the presence of flammable gases such as propane and gasoline, as well as flammable sprays or dust 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

Do not keep the products within reach of children. Doing so may cause injury. Particular care should be taken to prevent infants from putting the battery or other small parts into their mouths.

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.

For Your Safety

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-EL12 (included). Charge the battery by inserting it into the camera and connecting the Charging AC Adapter. EH-69P (included).

• 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.

• Replace the terminal cover when transporting the battery. 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.

• If leaked battery fluid gets into your eyes, rinse them out immediately with clean running water and get medical treatment.

• Do not attempt to charge batteries that are not rechargeable.

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.

• Do not damage, modify, forcibly tug or bend the USB cable, place it under heav y objec ts, or e xpos e it to hea t or flames. 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.

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For Your Safety

• Do not handle the plug or Charging AC Adapter with wet hands. Failure to observe this precaution could result in electric shock.

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

Use appropriate cables

When 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. Particular care should be observed if photographing infants, when the flash should be no less than 1 m (3 ft 4 in.) from the subject.

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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. Follow the instructions of the hospital when using while in a hospital. The electromagnetic waves given out by this camera may disrupt the electronic systems of the airplane or the instruments of the hospital.

3D Images

Do not continuously view 3D images recorded with this device for extended periods, whether on a television, monitor, or other display. In the case of children whose visual systems are still maturing, consult a pediatrician or ophthalmologist prior to use and follow their instructions. Prolonged viewing of 3D images may cause eye strain, nausea, or discomfort. Cease use should any of these symptoms occur and consult a physician if necessary.

Notices

Notices for Customers in the U.S.A.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS -

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

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

For connection to a supply not in the U.S.A., use an attachment plug adapter of the proper configuration for the power outlet if needed.

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 been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.

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Notices

CAUTIONS

Modifications

The FCC requires the user to be

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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 th e 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

CAUTION

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

ATTENTION

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

otices 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 this product 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.

• 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.

Table of Contents

Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... ii

Read This First ........................................................................................................................................ ii

Confirming the Package Contents.............................................................................................................. ii

About This Manual............................................................................................................................................... iii

Information and Precautions........................................................................................................................ iv

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

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

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

Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations................................................................................. 1

Parts of the Camera.............................................................................................................................. 2

The Camera Body.................................................................................................................................................. 2

Controls Used in Shooting Mode............................................................................................................... 4

Controls Used in Playback Mode ................................................................................................................ 5

The Monitor.............................................................................................................................................................. 6

Basic Operations.................................................................................................................................... 9

Switching Between Shooting Mode and Playback Mode .......................................................... 9

Using the Rotary Multi Selector................................................................................................................. 10

Using Menus (the d Button)................................................................................................................. 11

Attaching the Camera Strap........................................................................................................................ 12

The Basics of Shooting and Playback........................................................................................ 13

Preparation 1 Insert the Battery..................................................................................................... 14

Preparation 2 Charge the Battery.................................................................................................. 16

Preparation 3 Insert a Memory Card............................................................................................ 18

Internal Memory and Memory Cards..................................................................................................... 19

Approved Memory Cards.............................................................................................................................. 19

Step 1 Turn the Camera On............................................................................................................. 20

Turning the Camera On and Off................................................................................................................ 21

Setting the Display Language, Date, and Time................................................................................ 22

Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode...................................................................................................... 24

Available Shooting Modes............................................................................................................................ 25

Step 3 Frame a Picture....................................................................................................................... 26

Using the Zoom................................................................................................................................................... 27

Step 4 Focus and Shoot.................................................................................................................... 28

Step 5 Play Back Images ................................................................................................................... 30

Changing How Images Are Displayed................................................................................................... 31

Step 6 Delete Unwanted Images................................................................................................... 32

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Shooting Features............................................................................................................................ 35

A (Auto) Mode.................................................................................................................................... 36

Changing A (Auto) Mode Settings........................................................................................................ 36

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Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes).................................................................................. 37

Changing Scene Mode Settings................................................................................................................ 38

Characteristics of Each Scene ..................................................................................................................... 38

Using Skin Softening ........................................................................................................................................ 50

A, B, C, D Modes (Setting the Exposure for Shooting)...................................................... 51

Changing A, B, C, D Modes..................................................................................................................... 54

Options Available in the Shooting Menu............................................................................................ 54

i (User Setting Modes) .................................................................................................................... 57

Saving Settings in i Mode........................................................................................................................... 58

Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector................................................................. 59

Available Functions........................................................................................................................................... 59

Using the Flash (Flash Modes).................................................................................................................... 60

Using the Self-timer .......................................................................................................................................... 63

Smile Timer (Shooting Smiling Faces)................................................................................................... 64

Using Focus Mode ............................................................................................................................................. 66

Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation)............................................................................ 68

List of the Default Settings............................................................................................................................ 69

Changing the Image Quality and Image Size........................................................................... 72

Available Image Quality.................................................................................................................................. 72

Available Image Size......................................................................................................................................... 73

Features That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously....................................................................... 75

The Control Range of the Shutter Speed (A, B, C, D Modes)............................................. 78

Focusing on Subject........................................................................................................................... 79

Using the Target Finding AF ........................................................................................................................ 79

Using Face Detection....................................................................................................................................... 80

Focus Lock............................................................................................................................................................... 81

Playback Features............................................................................................................................. 83

Features Available in Playback Mode (Playback Menu)........................................................ 84

Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer.......................................................... 86

Using ViewNX 2.................................................................................................................................... 87

Installing ViewNX 2 ........................................................................................................................................... 87

Transferring Images to the Computer ................................................................................................... 89

Viewing Images ................................................................................................................................................... 90

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Recording and Playing Back Movies.......................................................................................... 91

Recording Movies ............................................................................................................................... 92

Changing Movie Recording Settings (Movie Menu).................................................................... 95

Playing Back Movies........................................................................................................................... 96

General Camera Setup.................................................................................................................... 97

The Setup Menu .................................................................................................................................. 98

Reference Section........................................................................................................................ E1

Taking Pictures with Manual Focus ......................................................................................... E2

Using Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playing back).......................................................... E3

Taking Pictures with Easy Panorama................................................................................................. E3

Viewing Easy Panorama (Scroll)........................................................................................................... E5

Using Panorama Assist................................................................................................................. E6

Using 3D Photography................................................................................................................. E8

A, B, C, D Modes...................................................................................................................... E10

A (Programmed auto), B (Shutter-priority auto) or

C (Aperture-priority auto)................................................................................................................... E10

D (Manual) Mode..................................................................................................................................... E12

Playing and Deleting Images Captured Using Continuous Shooting Mode

(Sequence)..................................................................................................................................... E14

Playing Images in a Sequence........................................................................................................... E14

Deleting Images in a Sequence........................................................................................................ E15

Editing Still Images..................................................................................................................... E16

Editing Features.......................................................................................................................................... E16

k Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and Saturation................................................... E18

I D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and Contrast............................................................ E18

e Skin Softening: Softening Skin Tones.................................................................................... E19

p Filter Effects: Applying Digital Filter Effects.......................................................................... E20

g Small Picture: Reducing the Size of an Image.................................................................. E21

j Black Border: Adding a Black Border to Pictures ............................................................. E22

a Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy................................................................................................. E23

Connecting the Camera to a TV (Viewing Images on a TV) ........................................ E24

Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print).......................................................... E26

Connecting the Camera to a Printer.............................................................................................. E27

Printing Individual Images................................................................................................................... E28

Printing Multiple Images....................................................................................................................... E29

Editing Movies.............................................................................................................................. E32

Extracting Only the Desired Portions of the Movie.............................................................. E32

Saving a Frame from a Movie as a Still Picture........................................................................ E33

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Shooting Menu (A, B, C or D Mode)................................................................................. E34

Introduction

The Playback Menu .................................................................................................................... E56

The Movie Menu.......................................................................................................................... E65

The Setup Menu .......................................................................................................................... E70

Image Quality and Image Size........................................................................................................... E34

Picture Control (COOLPIX Picture Control)................................................................................ E34

Custom Picture Control (COOLPIX Custom Picture Control).......................................... E38

White Balance (Adjusting Hue)......................................................................................................... E39

Metering.......................................................................................................................................................... E41

Continuous Shooting.............................................................................................................................. E42

ISO Sensitivity............................................................................................................................................... E46

Exposure Bracketing ................................................................................................................................ E47

AF Area Mode .............................................................................................................................................. E48

Autofocus Mode......................................................................................................................................... E52

Flash Exp. Comp......................................................................................................................................... E53

Noise Reduction Filter............................................................................................................................. E53

Active D-Lighting....................................................................................................................................... E54

Save User Settings/Reset User Settings....................................................................................... E54

Zoom Memory ............................................................................................................................................ E55

Startup Zoom Position........................................................................................................................... E55

a Print Order (Creating a DPOF Print Order) .......................................................................... E56

b Slide Show.............................................................................................................................................. E58

d Protect...................................................................................................................................................... E59

The Image Selection Screen............................................................................................................... E60

f Rotate Image......................................................................................................................................... E61

E Voice Memo............................................................................................................................................. E62

h Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory and Memory Card)................................... E63

C Sequence Display Options........................................................................................................... E64

x Choose Key Picture............................................................................................................................ E64

Movie Options............................................................................................................................................. E65

Recording Movies in Slow Motion and Fast Motion (HS Movie).................................. E67

Autofocus Mode......................................................................................................................................... E69

Welcome Screen........................................................................................................................................ E70

Time Zone and Date................................................................................................................................ E71

Monitor Settings......................................................................................................................................... E74

Print Date (Imprinting Date and Time on Pictures).............................................................. E76

Vibration Reduction................................................................................................................................. E77

Motion Detection...................................................................................................................................... E78

AF Assist........................................................................................................................................................... E79

Digital Zoom................................................................................................................................................. E79

Sound Settings............................................................................................................................................ E80

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Auto Off ........................................................................................................................................................... E80

Format Memory/Format Card............................................................................................................ E81

Language........................................................................................................................................................ E81

TV Settings ..................................................................................................................................................... E82

Fn Button........................................................................................................................................................ E83

Charge by Computer............................................................................................................................... E84

Toggle Av/Tv Selection........................................................................................................................... E86

Reset File Numbering.............................................................................................................................. E86

Blink Warning............................................................................................................................................... E87

Filmstrip........................................................................................................................................................... E88

Eye-Fi Upload............................................................................................................................................... E89

Reverse Indicators ..................................................................................................................................... E90

Reset All ........................................................................................................................................................... E90

Firmware Version........................................................................................................................................ E93

File and Folder Names............................................................................................................... E94

Optional Accessories ................................................................................................................. E96

Error Messages............................................................................................................................. E97

Technical Notes and Index ......................................................................................................... F1

Caring for the Products................................................................................................................. F2

The Camera ....................................................................................................................................................... F2

The Battery......................................................................................................................................................... F3

Charging AC Adapter.................................................................................................................................. F4

The Memory Cards........................................................................................................................................ F5

Caring for the Camera................................................................................................................... F6

Cleaning .............................................................................................................................................................. F6

Storage................................................................................................................................................................. F6

Troubleshooting.............................................................................................................................. F7

Specifications ................................................................................................................................. F14

Supported Standards................................................................................................................................ F17

Index.................................................................................................................................................. F18

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Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations

This chapter describes the parts of the camera and also explains the main functions of each part and the basic camera operations.

Parts of the Camera ................................................2

The Camera Body ..........................................................................................2

Controls Used in Shooting Mode ............................................................4

Controls Used in Playback Mode .............................................................5

The Monitor.....................................................................................................6

Basic Operations.....................................................9

Switching Between Shooting Mode and Playback Mode ..............9

Using the Rotary Multi Selector............................................................. 10

Using Menus (the d Button) ............................................................. 11

Attaching the Camera Strap................................................................... 12

Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations

If you want to start using the camera right away, see “The Basics of Shooting

and Playback” (A13).

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The Camera Body

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Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations

Zoom control.................................................. 27

f : Wide...................................................27

g : Tele......................................................27

h: Thumbnail playback.................31

i : Playback zoom.............................31

j : Help ....................................................37

Command dial .......................................51, 53

3 Shutter-release button........................4, 28

Power switch/power- on lamp

5 Mode dial...........................................................24

Microphone (stereo).............................. 84, 92

645

..............21

Flash raised

7 8

Lens cover closed

1211

7 Flash......................................................................60

8 K (flash pop-up) control.....................60

Self-timer lamp...............................................63

AF-assist illuminator....................................99

10 Lens

11 w (FUNC) button....................................100

Lens cover

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1 Monitor..........................................................6, 24

2 k (apply selection) button...................10

Rotary multi selector

(multi selector)...............................................10

4 c (playback) button............................9, 30

b (e movie-record) button

....................................................................9, 30, 92

Charge lamp....................................17, E85

Flash lamp.........................................................60

7 Speaker ...............................................84, 96, 99

8 Tripod socket

9 d (menu) button....................................11

10 l (delete) button.................................32, 96

11 Cover latch................................................14, 18

754

14913121110 15

18 19 20 21

Power connector cover

(for connection with an

optional AC Adapter)........................E96

Battery-chamber/

memory card slot cover...................14, 18

Eyelet for camera strap

15 HDMI mini connector (Type C)............86

16 HDMI connector cover..............................86

17 USB/Audio video connector.......... 16, 86

18 Connector cover ...................................16, 86

19 Battery latch.............................................14, 15

20 Battery chamber............................................14

21 Memory card slot .........................................18

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Controls Used in Shooting Mode

Control Name Main Function A

Mode dial Change the shooting mode. 24

Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations

Zoom control

Rotary multi

selector

Command dial

d (menu)

button

Shutter-

release button

w (FUNC)

button

Playback

button

Delete button Delete the last image that was saved. 32

Rotate toward g (i) (telephoto zoom position) to zoom in, and rotate toward f (h) (wide-angle position) to zoom out.

See “Using the Rotary Multi Selector” for more information.

Set the flexible program (during shooting mode A) or shutter speed (during shooting modes B or D).

Display and hide the menu. 11

When pressed halfway (i.e., if you stop pressing when you feel resistance slightly): Set focus and exposure. When pressed all the way (i.e., if you press the button all the way down): Release the shutter.

Display the setting menu of pre-assigned function.

Play back images.

51, 53, 100

100

9, 30

b (e movierecord) button

Start and stop movie recording. 92

Parts of the Camera

Controls Used in Playback Mode

Control Name Main Function A

Playback

button

Zoom control

• When the camera is turned off, press and hold this button to turn the camera on in playback mode.

• Return to shooting mode.

•

Enlarge the image when rotated toward

g(i

); display image thumbnail or the

calendar when rotated toward f (h).

• Adjust the volume for voice memo and movie playback.

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84, 96

Rotary multi

selector

Command dial

Apply

selection

button

d (menu)

button

Delete button Delete images. 32

Shutter-

release button

b (e movierecord) button

See “Using the Rotary Multi Selector” for more information.

Switch the magnification of an enlarged image.

• Display the histogram and shooting information or return to full-frame playback mode.

• Display individual images of a sequence in full-frame.

• Scroll an image recorded with easy panorama.

• Play back movies.

• Switch from image thumbnail or

zoomed image display to full-frame playback mode.

Display and hide the menu. 11

Return to shooting mode. –

E14

96 10

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The Monitor

• The information that is displayed on the monitor during shooting and playback

changes depending on the camera’s settings and state of use. In the default setting, 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 in

Monitor settings (A98) is set to Auto info).

Shooting Mode

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Shooting mode......................................24, 25

Focus mode......................................................67

Zoom indicator ..............................................27

Focus indicator...............................................28

AE/AF-L indicator....................................E7

Zoom memory...............................................56

Flash mode.......................................................61

Flash exp. comp.............................................56

Battery level indicator................................20

Vibration reduction icon..........................99

Eye-Fi communication

indicator.......................................... 101, E89

Noise reduction filter

Noise reduction burst

Motion detection icon ..............................99

View/hide histograms........................68, 98

“Date not set” indicator.....................23, 98

Print date............................................................98

Travel destination indicator....................98

Movie options (normal

speed movies).................................................95

Movie options (HS movies).....................95

Movie length...........................................92, 94

Image quality ..................................................72

Image size..........................................................73

Easy panorama

Number of exposures remaining

(still pictures)............................................20, 74

Internal memory indicator......................20

......................................56

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..................................................... 46

Parts of the Camera

Aperture value............................................... 51

Focus area (for manual, for center)

............................................................28, 43, 44,

Focus area (for auto,

target finding AF).........................................55

Focus area (for face detection,

pet detection).........................47, 55, 64, 80

Focus area (for subject

tracking).............................................................55

Center-weighted area

Spot metering area

Shutter speed...........................................................51

Exposure indicator

ISO sensitivity ..........................................26, 55

Exposure compensation value............ 68

Active D-Lighting.........................................56

COOLPIX Picture Control

White balance

Continuous shooting mode

Backlighting (HDR)

Exposure bracketing

Hand-held/tripod

Self-timer...........................................................63

Smile timer

Pet portrait auto release.......................... 47

..............................................................64

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..........................................55

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......................................38, 41

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23 22

Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations

18 17

Date of recording.........................................22

Time of recording........................................22

Voice memo indicator...............................84

Battery level indicator ............................... 20

Protect icon......................................................84

Eye-Fi communication

indicator..........................................101, E89

Print order icon.............................................. 84

Image quality..................................................72

Image size.........................................................73

Movie options.........................................92, 95

Easy panorama indicator......................... 46

(a) Current image number/total

number of images................................ 30

(b) Movie length........................................... 96

Internal memory indicator.....................30

Easy panorama playback guide.....E5

Sequence playback guide..............E14

Movie playback guide............................... 96

Volume indicator...................................84, 96

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Black border indicator............................... 84

D-Lighting icon .............................................84

Quick retouch icon......................................84

Filter effects icon...........................................84

Small picture...................................84, E23

Skin softening icon......................................84

Sequence display.................................E14

3D picture indicator.................................... 49

File number and type........................E94

Folder name............................................E94

Shooting mode1...........................................25

Aperture value ...............................................28

Shutter speed.................................................28

Exposure compensation value............ 68

ISO sensitivity..................................................55

Current image number/

total number of images ...........................30

Histogram

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1 A is displayed when the shooting mode A, y, j or A is selected. 2 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.

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Switching Between Shooting Mode and Playback Mode

The camera has two modes of operation: Shooting mode, which is used for taking pictures, and playback mode, which is used for viewing pictures.

Press the c (playback) button to switch between shooting mode and playback mode.

• While using playback mode, you can also switch to shooting mode by pressing the shutter-release button or the

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• Rotate the mode dial and align an icon to the mark to select different shooting modes (A24, 25).

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(flash

R Sel

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Basic Operations

Using the Rotary Multi Selector

Operate by rotating the rotary multi selector, pressing up (H), down (I), left (J) or right (K) on the rotary multi selector, or pressing the k button.

• The “rotary multi selector” is also referred to as the “multi selector” in this manual.

When Using Shooting Mode

otate to set the aperture

value*/Select an item

ay m

(A60) menu

Display n (Self-timer/ Smile timer) menu (A63, 64)

Display D (focus mode) menu (A66)

* The aperture value can be set in shooting mode C or D (A53).

Items can be chosen while a menu is displayed.

When Using Playback Mode

ect the previous

image1/Move the displayed area when the image is magnified (A31).

Previous or next images can also be chosen by rotating the rotary multi selector.

When displaying image thumbnail or when the image is magnified, this button switches the camera to full-frame playback mode.

When Displaying Menus

ect the item above

Select the item on the left/Return display to the previous screen

Select the item below*

* Items above or below can also be chosen by rotating the rotary multi selector.

mode)

Display the o (exposure compensation) guide (A68)

Apply selection

ay histogram and

shooting information (A30)/Play back movies (A96)

Select the next image1/Move the displayed area when the image is magnified (A31).

Select the item on the right/Display sub-menu (apply selection)

Apply selection

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When the d button is pressed while the shooting screen or playback screen is displayed, the menu for the current mode is displayed. Once the menu is displayed, various settings can be changed.

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Shooting menu

Image quality

Tabs

Image size Picture Control Custom Picture Control White balance Metering Continuous

Shooting menu Playback menu

A tab:

Displays the settings that can be changed for the current shooting mode (A24). Depending on the current shooting mode, the tab icon that is displayed will be different.

D tab:

Displays movie recording settings.

z tab:

Displays the setup menu, where you can change general settings.

C When the Menu Contains Two or More Pages

The scroll bar is displayed to indicate the current page.

Shooting menu

Image quality

Image size Picture Control Custom Picture Control White balance Metering Continuous

Playback menu

Tabs

Quick retouch

D-Lighting Skin softening Filter eects Print order Slide show

Protect

c tab:

Displays the settings available for the playback mode.

z tab:

Displays the setup menu, where you can change general settings.

Basic Operations

Switching Between Tabs

Shooting menu

Image quality

Image size Picture Control Custom Picture Control White balance Metering Continuous

Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations

Press the rotary multi selector J to highlight the tab.

Shooting menu

Image quality Image size Picture Control

Custom Picture Control

White balance Metering Continuous

Press the rotary multi selector H or I to select a tab, and press the k

Set up

Welcome screen

Time zone and date Monitor settings Print date Vibration reduction Motion detection AF assist

The selected menu is displayed.

button or K.

Selecting Menu Items

Shooting menu

Image quality Image size Picture Control Custom Picture Control White balance

Metering

Continuous

Press the rotary multi selector H or I to select an item, and then press K or the k button.

Metering

Matrix

Center-weighted Spot

Press H or I to select an item and then press the k button.

When you finished changing settings, press the d (menu) button to exit the menu.

C Note on the Command Dial Operation When Menus are Displayed

Rotating the command dial when menus are displayed allows you to change the setting values of a selected item. There are some setting values that cannot be changed using the command dial.

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