Nikon COOLPIX P500 User Manual

DIGITAL CAMERA

User’s Manual

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AVC Patent Portfolio License

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

First Steps

Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) Mode

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.

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

WAR NING S

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

Do not use electronic equipment in the presence of flammable gas, as this could result in explosion or fire.

Do not look at the sun through the viewfinder

Viewing the sun or other strong light source through the viewfinder could cause permanent visual impairment.

Handle the camera strap with care

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

Keep out of reach of children

Particular care should be taken to prevent infants from putting the battery or other small parts into their mouths.

For Your Safety

Observe caution when handling the battery

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

• 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-EL5 (supplied). Charge the battery by inserting it into the camera and connecting the Charging AC Adapter EH-69P (supplied).

• 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.

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 heavy objects, or expose it to heat 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.

• Do not handle the plug or Charging AC Adapter 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 cause overheating or fire.

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For Your Safety

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 supplied 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.

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.

Notices

Notices for Customers in the U.S.A.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSSAVE 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.

COOLPIX P500

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.

Notices

Notice for Customers in the State of California

WAR NING

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.

AT TE NT I ON

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

Notices for Customers in Europe

CAUTION

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

For Your Safety ........................................................................................................................................ ii

WARNINGS..................................................................................................................................................................ii

Notices ....................................................................................................................................................... v

Introduction ...........................................................................................................................................1

About This Manual ................................................................................................................................1

Information and Precautions.............................................................................................................2

Parts of the Camera...............................................................................................................................4

Camera Body .............................................................................................................................................................4

Changing the Angle of the Monitor...........................................................................................................6

Raising and Lowering the Flash.....................................................................................................................7

Attaching the Camera Strap and Lens Cap............................................................................................7

Monitor .........................................................................................................................................................................8

Basic Operations...................................................................................................................................11

Command Dial ......................................................................................................................................................11

Multi Selector.........................................................................................................................................................12

d (Menu) Button............................................................................................................................................13

Switching Between Tabs in the Menu Screen...................................................................................13

Using Camera Menus........................................................................................................................................14

Pressing the Shutter-Release Button Halfway/All the Way........................................................15

x (Monitor) Button.........................................................................................................................................16

s (Display) Button ......................................................................................................................................17

First Steps.............................................................................................................................................18

Inserting the Battery ...........................................................................................................................18

Removing the Battery.......................................................................................................................................19

Charging the Battery ..........................................................................................................................20

Turning On and Off the Camera.................................................................................................................23

Setting the Display Language, Date and Time..........................................................................24

Inserting the Memory Card ..............................................................................................................26

Removing the Memory Card........................................................................................................................26

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Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) Mode...............................................................28

Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select A (Auto) Mode........................................................28

Indicators Displayed in A (Auto) Mode...............................................................................................29

Step 2 Frame a Picture........................................................................................................................30

Using the Viewfinder.........................................................................................................................................30

Using the Zoom....................................................................................................................................................31

Step 3 Focus and Shoot.....................................................................................................................32

Step 4 Viewing and Deleting Pictures..........................................................................................34

Viewing Pictures (Playback Mode)............................................................................................................34

Deleting Unnecessary Images.....................................................................................................................35

Using the Flash......................................................................................................................................36

Setting the Flash Mode....................................................................................................................................37

Taking Pictures with the Self-Timer...............................................................................................39

Using Focus Mode ...............................................................................................................................40

Setting the Focus Mode..................................................................................................................................41

Using Manual Focus...........................................................................................................................................42

Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation)......................................................................43

More on Shooting .............................................................................................................................44

Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Mode Dial)................................................................................44

Shooting Suited to Scenes (Scene Mode)...................................................................................45

Shooting in the Scene Selected by the Camera (Scene Auto Selector)............................46

Selecting a Scene Mode to Take Pictures (Features).....................................................................48

Taking Pictures with Easy Panorama........................................................................................................60

Viewing Pictures Recorded with Easy Panorama.............................................................................62

Taking Pictures with Panorama Assist.....................................................................................................63

Taking Pictures of Smiling Faces (Smart Portrait Mode)........................................................65

Smart Portrait Menu...........................................................................................................................................67

Setting the Exposure for Shooting (j, k, l, m Modes).......................................................69

j, k, l, m Modes.............................................................................................................................................69

j (Programmed Auto) Mode.......................................................................................................................71

k (Shutter-Priority Auto) Mode..................................................................................................................72

l (Aperture-Priority Auto) Mode .............................................................................................................73

m (Manual) Mode...............................................................................................................................................74

Continuous Shooting (j, k, l, m Mode)..................................................................................76

Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (j, k, l, m Modes)......................................................81

Image Quality.........................................................................................................................................................83

Image Size................................................................................................................................................................84

Optimize Image....................................................................................................................................................87

White Balance........................................................................................................................................................90

ISO Sensitivity.........................................................................................................................................................92

Metering....................................................................................................................................................................93

Exposure Bracketing ..........................................................................................................................................94

AF Area Mode ........................................................................................................................................................95

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Focusing on Moving Subjects for Shooting (Subject Tracking) .............................................99

Autofocus Mode................................................................................................................................................101

Flash Exp. Comp................................................................................................................................................101

Long Exposure NR............................................................................................................................................102

Active D-Lighting..............................................................................................................................................103

Functions that Cannot be Applied Simultaneously.................................................................... 104

Using M (User Setting Mode)........................................................................................................ 108

Save the Settings in M...................................................................................................................................109

Shooting in M (User Setting) Mode......................................................................................................109

Resetting Saved Settings.............................................................................................................................110

More on Playback............................................................................................................................111

Operations in Full-Frame Playback.............................................................................................111

Playing Images Captured Using Continuous Shooting Mode (Sequence).................. 113

Deleting Images in a Sequence...............................................................................................................114

Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback....................................................................115

Calendar Display................................................................................................................................................117

Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom ....................................................................................... 118

Playing Back Images by Category...............................................................................................120

Sorting Favorite Images (Favorite Pictures Mode)................................................................ 122

Adding Images to an Album.....................................................................................................................122

Viewing Images in an Album....................................................................................................................124

Removing Images From an Album........................................................................................................125

Using Favorite Pictures Mode ...................................................................................................................126

Changing the Album Icons........................................................................................................................127

Finding Images in Auto Sort Mode.............................................................................................129

Viewing Images in Auto Sort Mode......................................................................................................129

Operations in Auto Sort Mode.................................................................................................................131

Viewing Images by Date (List by Date)......................................................................................132

Viewing Images in List by Date Mode.................................................................................................132

Operations in List by Date Mode............................................................................................................133

Playback Options: Playback Menu.............................................................................................. 134

a Print Order: Setting the Pictures and Number of Copies to Print ..............................135

b Slide Show....................................................................................................................................................138

d Protect...........................................................................................................................................................139

Selecting Pictures.............................................................................................................................................140

f Rotate Image...............................................................................................................................................141

i Hide Image...................................................................................................................................................141

E Voice Memo....................................................................................................................................................142

h Copy: Copying Between Internal Memory and Memory Card.....................................144

C Sequence Display Options..................................................................................................................145

C Choose Key Picture ..................................................................................................................................145

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Editing Pictures ................................................................................................................................146

Picture Editing Functions...............................................................................................................146

Editing Pictures.................................................................................................................................. 148

k Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and Saturation........................................................148

I D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and Contrast..................................................................149

e Skin Softening: Making Skin Appear Smoother....................................................................150

p Filter Effects: Digital Filter........................................................................................................................152

g Small Picture: Decreasing Image Size.........................................................................................154

j Black Border: Adding a Black Border to Pictures ...................................................................155

a Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy.......................................................................................................156

Movie Recording and Playback..................................................................................................157

Recording Movies ............................................................................................................................. 157

Recording Movies in Slow Motion and Fast Motion (HS Movie).........................................160

Capturing Still Pictures While Recording Movies..........................................................................162

Using the Movie Menu..................................................................................................................................163

Movie Options....................................................................................................................................................164

HS Movie Options.............................................................................................................................................165

Open with HS Footage..................................................................................................................................165

Autofocus Mode................................................................................................................................................166

Electronic VR........................................................................................................................................................167

Wind Noise Reduction...................................................................................................................................167

Movie Playback..................................................................................................................................168

Editing Movies....................................................................................................................................................169

Saving a Frame from a Movie as a Still Picture...............................................................................170

Deleting Unnecessary Movies..................................................................................................................170

Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers...........................................................171

Connecting to a TV...........................................................................................................................171

Connecting to a Computer............................................................................................................ 173

Before Connecting the Camera...............................................................................................................173

Transferring Images from a Camera to a Computer ...................................................................174

Charging While Connecting to a Computer....................................................................................178

Connecting to a Printer................................................................................................................... 179

Connecting the Camera and Printer.....................................................................................................180

Printing Pictures One at a Time................................................................................................................181

Printing Multiple Pictures............................................................................................................................182

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Basic Camera Setup........................................................................................................................185

Setup Menu......................................................................................................................................... 185

Welcome Screen...............................................................................................................................................187

Time Zone and Date.......................................................................................................................................188

Monitor Settings................................................................................................................................................191

Print Date...............................................................................................................................................................192

Vibration Reduction........................................................................................................................................193

Motion Detection.............................................................................................................................................195

AF Assist..................................................................................................................................................................196

Red-eye Reduction..........................................................................................................................................196

Digital Zoom........................................................................................................................................................197

Assign Side Zoom Control..........................................................................................................................198

Sound Settings...................................................................................................................................................199

Auto Off ..................................................................................................................................................................199

Format Memory/Format Card...................................................................................................................200

Language...............................................................................................................................................................201

TV Settings ............................................................................................................................................................201

Charge by Computer......................................................................................................................................202

Reset File Numbering.....................................................................................................................................202

Blink Warning......................................................................................................................................................203

Reset All ..................................................................................................................................................................205

Firmware Version...............................................................................................................................................208

Caring for the Camera....................................................................................................................209

Caring for the Camera.....................................................................................................................209

Cleaning .................................................................................................................................................................211

Storage....................................................................................................................................................................212

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Technical Notes and Index ...........................................................................................................213

Optional Accessories ....................................................................................................................... 213

Approved Memory Cards............................................................................................................................214

File and Folder Names..................................................................................................................... 215

Error Messages...................................................................................................................................217

Troubleshooting................................................................................................................................ 222

Specifications ..................................................................................................................................... 229

Supported Standards.....................................................................................................................................233

Index...................................................................................................................................................... 234

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Introduction

About This Manual

Thank you for your purchase of Nikon COOLPIX P500 digital camera. This manual is written to help you enjoy taking pictures with your Nikon digital camera. Read this manual thoroughly before use, and keep it where all those who use the product will read it.

Symbols and Conventions

To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and conventions are used:

Introduction

This icon marks cautions, information that should be read

before use, to prevent damage to the camera.

This icon marks notes, information that should be read

before using the camera.

This icon marks tips, additional information that may be helpful when using the camera.

This icon indicates that more information is available

elsewhere in this manual.

Notations

• Secure Digital (SD) memory card, SDHC memory card, and SDXC memory card

are referred to as “memory card.”

• 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.

Screen Samples

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

Illustrations and Screen Display

Illustrations and text displays shown in this manual may differ from actual display.

C Internal Memory and Memory Cards

Pictures taken with this camera can be stored in the camera’s internal memory or on removable memory cards. If a memory card is inserted, all new pictures will be stored on the memory card and delete, playback, and format operations will apply only to the pictures on the memory card. The memory card must be removed before the internal mem ory can be formatted or accessed for picture storage, deletion, or viewing.

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:

Introduction

• For users in the U. S.A.: http://ww w.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 ELEC TRONIC ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE THE CAMERA AND MAY VOID

YOUR

NIKON WARRANTY.

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.

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 n ot be held liable for damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction.

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 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

comp lete, we would a ppreci ate it we re you to bring a ny erro rs or om ission s to the a ttenti on of the Nikon representative in your area (address provided separately).

Information and Precautions

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 cer tain copies and reproductions

The government has issued cautions on copies or reproductions of securities issued by private companies (shares, bills, checks, gift certificates, etc.), commuter passes or coupon tickets, except when a minimum of necessary copies are to be provided for business use by a company. Also, do not copy or reproduce passports issued by the government, licenses issued by public agencies and private groups, ID cards and tickets, such as passes and meal coupons.

• Comply with copyright notices

The copying or reproduction of copyrighted creative works such as books, music, paintings, woodcut prints, maps, drawings, movies and photographs is governed by national and inter national 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 (A187). Care should be taken to avoid injury or damage to property when physically destroying data storage devices.

Introduction

Parts of the Camera

Camera Body

Introduction

21 4 5

1 Eyelet for camera strap................................7

Power switch/power-on lamp C (continuous shooting mode)

button..........................................................59, 77

4 Mode dial...........................................................44

Microphone (stereo).........................142, 157

6 Flash......................................................................36

7 m (flash pop-up) button..................... 7, 36

Power connector cover (for connection

with an optional AC Adapter)............213

11 1289

... 23, 199

Flash raised

9 Shutter-release button.....................15, 32

Zoom control..................................................31

f : Wide ...................................................31

g : Tele......................................................31

h: Thumbnail playback..............115

i : Playback zoom..........................118

j : Help ....................................................45

Self-timer lamp...............................................39

AF-assist illuminator.................................196

12 Lens .........................................................211, 229

2 4 5 9876

Parts of the Camera

Bottom of camera

Introduction

19 20 21

10 11 12 13 14 16

1 Side zoom control........................................31

2 Speaker ..................................................143, 168

3 x (monitor) button.................................16

4 Diopter adjustment control...................30

5 Electronic viewfinder .........................16, 30

6 s (display) button...............................17

7 b (e movie-record) button............ 157

8 Movie mode switch................................. 157

9 Command dial ...............................................11

USB/Audio video connector

.........................................................171, 174, 180

11 HDMI Mini Connector............................171

12 Connector cover ...................171, 174, 180

15 17 18

13 Monitor ..................................................8, 17, 29

14 c (playback) button.................................34

15 Multi selector...................................................12

16 k (apply selection) button ...................12

17 d button ......13, 45, 82, 135, 163, 186

18 l (delete) button....................35, 143, 170

19 Tripod socket

21 Cover latch................................................18, 26

22 Memory card slot.........................................26

23 Battery latch.............................................18, 19

24 Battery chamber............................................18

22 23 24

Battery-chamber/

memory card slot cover...................18, 26

Parts of the Camera

Changing the Angle of the Monitor

The angle of the monitor can be lowered down to 82° or raised upward to 90°. This is convenient when taking pictures with the camera held at high or low positions.

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B Notes on Monitor

• Do not apply excessive force when changing the angle of the monitor.

• The monitor cannot be moved horizontally.

• Put the monitor back in the original position when using in normal situations.

Parts of the Camera

Raising and Lowering the Flash

Press the m (flash pop-up) button to raise the flash.

• See “Using the Flash” (A36) for more information on setting the flash.

• When not using the flash, lower it by gently pushing it down until it clicks.

Attaching the Camera Strap and Lens Cap

Attach the lens cap to the strap, and then attach the strap to the camera (at two places).

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B Lens Cap

• Remove the lens cap before you shoot a picture.

• At times when you are not shooting pictures such as when the

power is off, or while you are carrying the camera, attach the lens cap to the camera to protect the lens.

Parts of the Camera

1/2 5 0

999

F5.6

1m0 0s

999

99 99

134 2

1/2 50

F5. 6

Monitor

The following indicators may appear in the monitor during shooting and playback (actual display varies with current camera settings). See page 17 for how to switch

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the monitor display.

Shooting

38, 39

1/250

F5.6

F5.61/250

12 13

999

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31 30 29 28

999

9999

1m00s

1/250

1/250 F5.6

F5.6

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Parts of the Camera

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Shooting mode

........................................28, 44, 45, 65, 69, 108

Focus mode......................................................40

Zoom indicator ..............................................31

Focus indicator...............................................32

AE/AF-L indicator..........................................64

Flash indicator.................................................38

Flash mode.......................................................36

Flash exposure compensation..........101

Battery level indicator................................28

Long exposure noise reduction........102

Motion detection icon ...........................195

Vibration reduction icon

(still pictures).................................................193

Electronic VR icon (movies).................167

Active D-Lighting.......................................103

View/hide histograms.............................191

Print date.........................................................192

Travel destination indicator.................188

“Date not set” indicator..........................217

Wind noise reduction..............................167

Movie options..............................................164

HS movie type .............................................165

Image quality ..................................................83

Image size..........................................................84

Easy panorama...............................................60

(a) Number of exposures remaining

(still pictures) ............................................28

(b) Movie length.........................................157

*The icons vary with the shooting mode.

Internal memory indicator..................... 29

Aperture value............................................... 70

Focus area (for manual, center)....32, 95

Focus area (for auto)................................... 95

Focus area (for face detection,

pet detection).................................59, 65, 95

Focus area

(for subject tracking).................................. 99

Shutter speed.................................................70

Hand-held/tripod..................................48, 49

ISO sensitivity ..........................................38, 92

Exposure compensation value............ 43

Exposure indicator ......................................74

Skin softening ................................................ 67

Smile timer.......................................................67

Blink proof ........................................................ 68

B&W + color..................................................... 89

Monochrome filter...................................... 89

Image optimization.................................... 87

White balance................................................ 90

Exposure bracketing..................................94

Self-timer indicator..............................39, 59

Continuous shooting mode...........59, 76

Backlighting (HDR)...................................... 50

Panorama shooting.................................... 58

Spot metering area..................................... 93

Center-weighted area............................... 93

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Date of recording.........................................24

Time of recording........................................24

Protect icon....................................................139

Sequence display............................113, 145

Volume indicator.............................142, 168

Album icon in favorite pictures mode

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Category icon in auto sort mode1

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Battery level indicator ............................... 28

Movie options2............................................164

Image quality2............................................... 83

Image size2....................................................... 84

Easy panorama indicator......................... 62

Internal memory indicator ..................... 34

Easy panorama playback guide .......... 62

Sequence playback guide...................113

Movie playback guide............................ 168

Black border.................................................. 155

Filter effects icon........................................152

Skin softening icon...................................150

Print order icon...........................................135

Small picture ......................................154, 156

D-Lighting icon .......................................... 149

Quick retouch icon...................................148

Voice memo indicator............................142

File number and type............................. 215

(a) Current frame number/total

number of frames................................. 34

(b) Movie length.........................................168

The icon for the selected album or the selected category in auto sort mode in playback mode is displayed.

The icon displayed varies with the setting that was set at the time of shooting.

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Command Dial

You can rotate the command dial to select items from a menu screen or to set any of the following functions.

For Shooting

Mode Description

Mode dial set to j Adjust the flexible program 71 Mode dial set to k Adjust shutter speed 72 Mode dial set to l Adjust aperture value 73

Mode dial set to m

For Playback

Mode Description

Full-frame playback or thumbnail playback

Calendar display Choose a date 117 Playback zoom Change the zoom ratio 118 Movie playback Advanced or rewound 168 During movie pause or editing Advanced or rewound by one frame 168

Adjust shutter speed or aperture value (Press the multi selector K to switch between settings.)

Choose a picture

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Multi Selector

Operate by pressing the up (H), down (I), left (J), right (K) section, or the k (apply selection) button.

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For Shooting

Display m (flash mode) (A36) menu/

choose the option above

Display n (Self-timer) (A39) menu

Display o (exposure compensation) (A43) guide*

Apply selection

Display D (focus mode) (A40) menu/

choose the option below

* In shooting mode m (manual), select whether to set the shutter speed or the aper ture value when

the command dial is rotated (A74).

For Playback

Choose the previous picture

Choose the next picture

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For the Menu Screen

Choose the option above

Choose the option on the left/Return display to the

previous screen Choose the option below

Choose the option on the right/ Display sub-menu or apply selection

Apply selection or display sub-menu

Shooting menu

Image quality

Image size Optimize image White balance ISO sensitivity Metering Exposure bracketing

Flash mode

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d (Menu) Button

Press the d button to display the menu for the selected mode and to select options for the menu items.

• Use the multi selector to navigate the menus

(A12).

G is displayed when there are previous menu options

Tab for the menus available in the current shooting mode*/tab for playback mode menu

Tab for movie menu (during shooting mode)/ playback menu (during playback mode)

Tab for displaying the setup menu

Displayed when there are following menu options

* The displayed tabs differ according to the chosen shooting mode.

• A (auto) mode: Auto menu tab

• C (scene): Scene menu tab (A45)

• j (Night landscape): Night landscape menu tab (A48)

• e (Night portrait): Night portrait menu tab (A49)

• o (Backlighting): Backlighting menu tab (A50)

• F (Smart portrait): Smart portrait menu tab (A67)

• j, k, l, m, M: Shooting menu tab (A81)

Displayed when the menu contains two or more pages

Shooting menu

Image quality

Image size Optimize image White balance ISO sensitivity Metering Exposure bracketing

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Switching Between Tabs in the Menu Screen

In the menu screen that is displayed when the d button is pressed, choose the left end tab to switch to the menu of the chosen tab.

Shooting menu Shooting menu Set up

Image quality

Image size Optimize image White balance ISO sensitivity Metering Exposure bracketing

Press the multi selector J to highlight the tab.

Image quality Image size Optimize image White balance ISO sensitivity Metering Exposure bracketing

Press the multi selector H or I to choose another tab, and press either the k button or K.

Welcome screen

Time zone and date

Monitor settings Print date Vibration reduction Motion detection AF assist

The corresponding menu is displayed.

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Using Camera Menus

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Press the d button.

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

• Items can also be chosen by rotating

the command dial (A11).

• To change tabs, press J (A13).

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

• The setting is applied.

When setting is finished, press the d button.

• The camera exits the menu display.

Multi selector

Shooting menu

Image quality

Image size Optimize image White balance ISO sensitivity Metering Exposure bracketing

Shooting menu

AF area mode

Autofocus mode

Flash exp. comp. Long exposure NR Active D-Lighting Save user settings Reset user settings

Autofocus mode

Single AF

Full-time AF

Basic Operations

Pressing the Shutter-Release Button Halfway/All the Way

• The camera features a two-stage shutter-release button. To set focus and

exposure, press the shutter-release button halfway, stopping when you feel resistance. When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, focus and exposure (shutter speed and aperture value) are set. Focus and exposure remain locked while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.

• While the shutter-release button is held in this position, release the shutter and take a picture by pressing the shutter-release button the rest of the way down. Do not use force when pressing the shutter-release button, as this may result in camera shake and blurred images.

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Press halfway to lock the

focus and exposure.

Press the rest of the way

down to shoot.

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x (Monitor) Button

Press the x (monitor) button to switch between the monitor and viewfinder. Switch to the one that suits the shooting conditions. For example, use the

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viewfinder in bright locations when it is difficult to see the monitor.

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B Diopter Adjustment of Viewfinder

When the diopter for the viewfinder is out of focus and the display is difficult to see, adjust the diopter with the diopter adjustment control. While looking into the viewfinder, rotate the diopter adjustment control until the display is clearly visible.

• Take care not to scratch your eye with your fingertips or nails.

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