Nikon Coolpix P5000 User Manual

DIGITAL CAMERA

User's Manual

Where to Find It

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The Table of Contents

Find items by function or menu name.

The Q&A Index

Know what you want to do but don’t know the function name? Find it from the “question and answer” index.

The Index

Search by key word.

Error Messages

If a warning is displayed in the viewfinder or monitor, find the solution here.

Troubleshooting

Camera behaving unexpectedly? Find the solution here.

Help

Use the camera’s on-board help feature for help on menu items and other topics. See page 7 for details.

Trad emark Infor matio n

Macintosh, Mac OS, and QuickTime are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. The SD logo is a trademark of the SD Card Association. Adobe and Acrobat are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Inc. PictBridge is a trademark. D-Lighting technology is provided by B Apical Limited. All other trade names mentioned in this manual or the other documentation provided with your Nikon product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

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Symbols and Conventions

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

This icon marks cautions, information that should be read before use to pre-

vent damage to the camera.

This icon marks notes, information that should be read before using the cam-

era.

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

the camera.

This icon indicates that more information may be found elsewhere in this

manual or in the Quick Start Guide.

Introduction

First Steps

Basic Photography and Playback

Scene Mode

P and T Modes

P, S, A, and M Modes

For Your Safety

To prevent damage to the 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.

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

This icon marks warnings, information that should be read before using this Nikon

product to prevent possible injury.

WARN INGS

Turn off in the event of malfunction

Should you notice smoke or an unusual smell coming from the camera or optional AC adapter, unplug the AC adapter and/ or 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 AC adapter could result in injury. Repairs should be performed only by qualified technicians. Should the camera or AC adapter break open as the result of a fall or other accident, take the product to a Nikon-authorized service representative for inspection after unplugging the product and removing the battery.

Do not use the camera, battery charger, or AC

adapter in the presence of flammable gas

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

Handle the camera strap with care

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

Keep out of reach of children

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

Observe caution when handling batteries

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

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

• Use only rechargeable Nikon EN-EL5 lithium-ion batteries (supplied). Use the supplied MH-61 battery charger to charge the batteries.

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

• Do not short or disassemble batteries.

• Do not expose 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.

• Batteries are 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 batteries comes in contact with clothing or skin, rinse immediately with plenty of water.

Observe the following precautions when han-

dling the battery charger

• Use only battery chargers designated for use with this product.

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

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

• Do not handle the power cable or go near the adapter during thunderstorms. Failure to observe this precaution could result in electric shock.

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

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.

Use appropriate cables

When connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use only the cables sold or provided 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 in the lens 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 of damage the equipment.

Observe caution when operating the flash

Using the flash close to your subject’s eyes could cause temporary visual impairment. Particular care should be observed when photographing infants, when the flash should be no less than one meter (39in.) from the subject.

Do not fire the flash while it is touching a person

or object

Such use can result in the person being burned, and/or their clothes igniting from the heat of the flash.

Avoid contact with liquid crystal

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

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Notices

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

Notice for Customers in the U.S.A

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.

Notice for customers in Canada

CAUTION

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

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

• While every effort has been made to ensure that the information in these manuals is accurate and complete, we would appreciate it were you to bring any errors or omissions to the attention of the Nikon representative in your area (address provided separately).

COOLPIX P5000

CAUTIONS

Modifications

The FCC requires the user be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Nikon Corporation may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Interface Cables

Use the interface cables sold or provided by Nikon for your equipment. Using other interface cables may exceed the limits of Class B Part 15 of the FCC rules.

Notice for Customers in the State of California WARNING: Handling the cord on this product

may 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, U.S.A. Tel.: 631-547-4200

ATTENTION

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

Symbol for Separate Collection in European Countries

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.

Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction

Note that simply being in possession of material that has been 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 has been 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.

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 welcome screen (B 84). Care should be taken to avoid injury when physically destroying data storage devices.

• 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, woodcuts, prints, maps, drawings, movies, and photographs is governed by national and international copyright laws. Do not use this product for the purpose of making illegal copies or to infringe copyright laws.

Table of Contents

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

Notices............................................................................................................................................................ iv

Q&A Index ...................................................................................................................................................viii

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

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

First Steps ......................................................................................................................... 9

Charging the Battery..................................................................................................................................9

Inserting the Battery ................................................................................................................................10

Turning the Camera on and Off............................................................................................................12

Basic Setup...................................................................................................................................................12

Inserting Memory Cards .........................................................................................................................14

Basic Photography and Playback ................................................................................. 16

U Mode........................................................................................................................................................16

Viewing Pictures ........................................................................................................................................22

Using the Flash...........................................................................................................................................24

Taking Pictures with the Self-Timer.....................................................................................................26

Choosing a Focus Mode..........................................................................................................................27

Exposure Compensation.........................................................................................................................28

Scene Mode .................................................................................................................... 29

P and T Modes........................................................................................................... 36

P (Anti-Shake) Mode.............................................................................................................................36

T (High Sensitivity) Mode....................................................................................................................37

P, S, A, and M Modes ....................................................................................................... 38

More on Playback........................................................................................................... 43

Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback............................................................................43

Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom................................................................................................43

Creating Retouched Copies...................................................................................................................44

Voice Memos: Recording and Playback.............................................................................................46

Movies ............................................................................................................................. 47

Recording Movies......................................................................................................................................47

Movie Playback...........................................................................................................................................50

Voice Recordings............................................................................................................ 51

Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers.................................................. 54

Viewing Pictures on TV............................................................................................................................55

Viewing Pictures on a Computer .........................................................................................................56

Printing Pictures.........................................................................................................................................60

Menu Guide .................................................................................................................... 65

Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu............................................................................................65

j Image Quality................................................... 66

n Image Size .......................................................... 66

C Optimize Image ..............................................68

k White Balance .................................................. 70

n ISO Sensitivity................................................... 71

p Metering..............................................................72

a Continuous........................................................73

L BSS ..........................................................................75

Playback Options: The Playback Menu..............................................................................................80

J D-Lighting.........................................................44

M Print Set................................................................64

d Slide Show ......................................................... 81

j Delete .................................................................... 81

O Protect.................................................................. 81

Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu...............................................................................................83

a Menus ...................................................................83

P Quick Startup.................................................... 83

s Welcome Screen ............................................84

W Date........................................................................84

r Brightness...........................................................85

h Date Imprint...................................................... 86

K Vibration Reduction......................................87

B AF Assist .............................................................. 87

0 Digital Zoom ....................................................87

Technical Notes .............................................................................................................. 90

Optional Accessories................................................................................................................................90

Caring for the Camera............................................................................................................................. 94

Cleaning.................................................................................................................................................................................. 96

Storage .................................................................................................................................................................................... 96

Error Messages...........................................................................................................................................97

Troubleshooting......................................................................................................................................100

Appendix....................................................................................................................................................104

Specifications............................................................................................................................................108

Index............................................................................................................................................................111

a Auto Bracketing..............................................75

G AF Area Mode .................................................. 76

E Auto-focus Mode........................................... 76

t Flash Exp. Comp............................................. 78

o Flash Control.....................................................78

d Fixed Aperture ................................................. 78

h Noise Reduction ............................................ 78

e Converter............................................................ 79

X Transfer Marking............................................. 82

Z Hide Image ........................................................ 82

w Small Pic. ............................................................. 45

f Copy...................................................................... 82

e Sound Settings................................................ 88

L Auto Off ............................................................... 88

q Format Memory/Q Format Card .........88

o Language ............................................................ 88

m Interface............................................................... 89

N FUNC Button..................................................... 89

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

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

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Q&A Index

Find what you're looking for using this “question and answer” index.

General Questions

Question Key phrase

What do these indicators mean? Monitor 4 What does this warning mean? Error messages and displays 97 How do I get more information on a menu? Help 7 How much charge does the battery have left? Battery level 16 What does “exposure” mean and how does it work? Exposure 38 What accessories are available for my camera? Optional accessories 90 What optional converter lenses can I use? Optional converter lenses 92 What optional flash units can I use? Optional Speedlights 93 What memory cards can I use? Approved memory cards 91 How do I clean the camera? Cleaning the camera 96

Camera Setup

Question Key phrase B

How do I keep the monitor from turning off? Auto off 88 How do I turn the monitor on and off? The Q button 8 How do I adjust monitor brightness? Brightness 85 How do I set the clock?

Date 84How do I set the clock for daylight saving time? How do I change time zones when I travel? How do I restore default settings? Reset all 89 Can I display the menus in a different language? Language 88 How do I turn off the light on the front of the camera (AF-assist illuminator)? How do I keep the camera from beeping? Sound settings 88

AF assist 87

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Taking Photographs

Question Key phrase B

Is there an easy way to take snapshots? Is there an easy way to take more creative shots? S (scene) mode 29 How can I avoid blur with the camera zoomed in? P (anti-shake) mode 36 How can I avoid blur when lighting is poor? T (high-sensitivity) mode 37 How do I record and play movies? Movies 47 How do I record and play audio? Voice recordings 51 How do I use the flash? Flash mode 24 How do I use the self-timer? Self-timer 26 Can I focus on nearby or distant objects? Focus mode 27 Can I make photos brighter or darker? Exposure compensation 28 How do I adjust exposure? P, S, A, and M modes 38 How do I improve image quality?

How can I get more photos on the memory card?

U (auto) mode 16

Image quality and size 66How do I take bigger photographs?

Viewing, Printing, and Retouching Photographs

Question Key phrase B

Can I view my photographs on the camera? Camera playback 22 How do I get rid of an unwanted photo? Deleting individual photos 22 Can I delete several photos at once? Delete 81 Can I zoom in on pictures to make sure they're in focus? Can I protect photos from accidental deletion? Protect 81 Can I hide selected photos? Hide image 82 How do I bring out details in shadows? D-lighting 44 Can I crop pictures? Cropped copies 45 Can I copy pictures at a smaller size? Small picture 45 Can I record a voice memo about a picture? Voice memos 46 Can I view my photos on TV? Television playback 55 How do I copy photos to my computer? Connecting to a computer 56 Can I print photos without a computer? PictBridge 60 Can I print the date on my photographs? Printing the date of recording 60

How do I order professional prints? Printing photographs; print set

Playback zoom 43

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Nikon COOLPIX cameras are designed to the highest standards and include complex electronic circuitry. Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including battery chargers, batteries, AC adapters, and flash accessories) 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.

HE USE OF NON-NIKON ELECTRONIC 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 shown below 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.

Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories

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

EN-EL5 rechargeable battery

Introduction

Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX P5000 digital camera. This manual has been written to help you enjoy taking pictures with your Nikon digital camera. Please be sure to read all instructions thoroughly to get the most from the camera, and keep them where they will be read by all those who use the product.

A 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.

C Life-Long Learning

As part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product support and education, continually-updated information is available on-line 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. See the following URL for contact information: http://nikonimaging.com/

Introduction 1

Parts of the Camera

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1 Command dial....23, 29, 43, 48, 50, 52, 89

2 Power-on lamp .................................................16

3 Power switch...................................................... 12

4 Mode dial.................................................................6

5 Viewfinder ............................................................18

6 Built-in flash......................................................... 24

7 Accessory shoe cover ................................... 93

8 Accessory shoe

(for optional flash unit).................................93

9 Shutter-release button........................20 –21

10 Eyelet for camera strap (×2).........................3

Lens in storage position

11 Zoom control..................................................... 19

M (thumbnail playback) ............................43

O (playback zoom)..........................................43

L (help)....................................................................7

12 Cable connector............................... 55, 58, 61

13 Connector cover .............................. 55, 58, 61

14 Power connector cover for

optional AC adapter kit................................ 90

15 Self-timer lamp..........................................26, 94

AF-assist illuminator............................... 25, 94

16 Microphone ........................................ 46, 47, 51

17 Lens ring................................................................ 92

18 Lens............................................................... 96, 108

19 Lens cover ............................................................94

2 Introduction

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1 A (FUNC) button ............................. 29, 48, 89

2 Q (monitor) button .........................................8

3 G (playback) button .............................22, 23

4 F (menu) button........29, 48, 53, 65, 80

5 I (delete) button .............22, 43, 46, 50, 52

6 Speaker

7 Viewfinder............................................................18

8 Flash lamp............................................................ 24

9 Autofocus (AF) lamp...................................... 20

10 Monitor ...........4–5, 16 –17, 18, 85, 96, 108

11 Multi selector.........................................................7

12 B button.................................................................7

N (transfer) button........................................ 58

13 Tripod socket 14 Battery-chamber/memory card slot

cover................................................................ 10, 14

15 Memory card slot ............................................ 14

16 Battery chamber .............................................. 10

17 Battery latch........................................................ 10

Attaching the Camera Strap

Attach the strap as shown at right. Repeat for the second eyelet.

Introduction 3

The Monitor

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Shooting

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1 Shooting mode..................17, 29, 36, 37, 38

2 Exposure lock ..................................................... 35

3 Focus mode ........................................................27

4 Zoom indicator .................................................19

5 Focus indicator..................................................20

6 Digital zoom interpolation indicator... 19

7 Flash mode (built-in flash).......................... 24

8 Flash mode (optional flash unit) ............25

9 Internal memory indicator................. 17, 21

10 Battery level indicator ................................... 16

11 ISO sensitivity ............................................. 25, 71

12 Vibration reduction ........................................87

13 Focus area ............................................ 20, 33, 76

14 Self-timer indicator......................................... 26

15 “Date not set” indicator................................97

16 Time zone indicator .......................................85

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17 Date imprint/date counter ........................86

18 Number of exposures remaining... 16, 67

Movie length ......................................................47

19 Aperture ........................................ 38, 39, 41, 42

20 Exposure display ..............................................42

21 Shutter speed............................. 38, 39, 40, 42

22 Image quality ..................................................... 66

23 Image size ............................................................ 66

24 Exposure compensation .............................28

25 Image optimization*.............................68 –69

26 Converter lens setting*................................ 79

27 White balance*.................................................. 70

28 Best Shot Selector (BSS)*............................ 75

29 Noise reduction*.............................................. 78

30 Bracketing*.......................................................... 75

31 Continuous shooting mode*................... 73

*Displayed only in P, S, A, M, and T modes.

4 Introduction

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1 Date of recording ............................12–13, 84

2 Time of recording............................12–13, 84

3 Internal memory indicator ........................ 17

4 Battery level indicator................................... 16

5 File number and type ................................ 106

6 Volume indicator ..................................... 46, 50

7 Voice memo recording guide.................. 46

8 Voice memo playback guide.................... 46

9 Current frame number/

total number of frames................................ 22

Movie length......................................................50

10 D-Lighting icon................................................. 44

11 Movie playback indicator ........................... 50

12 Voice memo icon............................................. 46

13 Image quality ..................................................... 66

14 Image size ............................................................ 66

15 Small picture indicator .................................45

16 Protect icon......................................................... 81

17 Print-order icon................................................. 64

18 Transfer icon........................................ 56, 82, 89

19 Movie indicator................................................. 50

Introduction 5

The Mode Dial

To select a mode, align the mode icon with the mark next to the mode dial.

U Auto (B 16): A simple “point-and-shoot” mode recommended for firsttime users of digital cameras.

P Anti-shake (B 36): Pre- vent or reduce blur using vibration reduction and the Best Shot Selector (BSS).

T High sensitivity (B 37): Choose this mode to reduce blur when the subject is poorly lit.

P, S , A , M (B 38): Choose these modes for greater control over shutter speed and aperture.

R Setup (B 83): Display the setup menu, where you can perform such tasks as setting the camera clock and adjusting monitor brightness.

V Movie (B 47): Choose from seven movie modes.

S Scene (B 29): Make voice recordings or choose from sixteen “scenes” suited to different subjects or shooting conditions and let the camera do the rest.

6 Introduction

The Multi Selector

The multi selector is used to navigate the camera menus and to display the flash mode, self-timer, focus mode, and exposure compensation menus.

Changing Settings (Shooting Mode)

Press left to display timer) menu (B26)

Press up to display D (flash mode) menu (B24)

(self-

or move cursor up

Press right to display b (exposure compensation) menu (B28)

Press center (B) to make selection

Press down to display

or move cursor down

(focus mode) menu (B27)

Navigating the Camera Menus (B 65)

Press up to move cursor up

Press left to return to previous menu, or move cursor left

Press down to move cursor down

C Lost?

If a question mark (“8”) is displayed in the monitor, help for the current menu item can be displayed by pressing the zoom control to T (L). To return to the original menu, press the zoom control to T (L) again.

Press right to display submenu or move cursor right

Press center (B) to make selection

Introduction 7

The Q Button

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To hide or display indicators in the monitor, press the Q button.

Shooting

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Current settings

(P, T, P, S, A, and M modes only)

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Monitor off (modes P, S, A, and M only).

Pictures can only be taken when

camera is in focus.

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(see below)

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Photo information

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Shooting data: Shows the folder name, file name, exposure mode, shutter speed, aperture, exposure compensation, ISO sensitivity, and histogram for the current picture. Shooting data are not displayed if the current picture is a movie.

• Exposure mode: P, S , A, or M (B 38). P is also displayed on pictures taken in A (auto), P

(anti-shake), T (high sensitivity), and scene modes.

• Histogram: A graph showing tone distribution. The horizontal axis corresponds to pixel

brightness, with dark tones to the left and bright tones to the right; the vertical axis shows number of pixels of each brightness in image.

8 Introduction

First Steps

Charging the Battery

The camera uses a rechargeable EN-EL5 Li-ion battery (supplied). Charge the battery with the supplied MH-61 battery charger before first use or when the battery is running low.

Plug the charger in

Connect the power cable to the charger (c) and then plug it into a power outlet ( CHARGE lamp will light (e).

Insert the battery

Remove the battery terminal cover and insert the battery as shown, matching the projections on the battery to the indentations in the charger.

Charge the battery

The CHARGE lamp will blink as the battery recharges. (If the lamp flickers rapidly, either the temperature is not in the range of 5– 35°C/41– 95°F supported by the charger or the battery is faulty. If the battery is faulty, unplug the charger immediately and bring the battery and charger to a Nikon-authorized service representative for inspection.) A fully-exhausted battery will charge in about two hours.

Charging is complete when the CHARGE lamp stops blinking. Remove the battery and unplug the charger.

d). The

D The Battery Charger

Read and follow the warnings on pages ii–iii of this manual. Use with compatible batteries only.

First Steps 9

Inserting the Battery

After charging the battery, insert it as described below.

Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot

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Insert the battery

Insert the battery in the orientation shown in the label inside the battery chamber. The orange battery latch is pushed aside as the battery is inserted. The battery is fully inserted when the latch clicks back into place.

D Inserting the Battery

Inserting the battery upside down or backwards could damage the camera. Check to be sure the battery is in the correct orientation.

Close the battery-chamber/memory card slot

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Battery latch

D Batteries

Read and follow the warnings and cautions on pages ii–iii and 95 of this manual. The camera can be used with EN-EL5 batteries only; do not, under any circumstances, attempt to use other types. If desired, the optional EH-62A AC adapter kit can be used to power the camera for extended periods (B 90). Do not, under any circumstances, use another make or model of AC adapter. Failure to observe this precaution could result in overheating or in damage to the camera.

10 First Steps

Removing the Battery

Turn the camera off before removing or inserting batteries. To eject the battery, open the batterychamber/memory card slot cover and slide the battery latch in the direction shown. The battery can then be removed by hand. Note that the battery may become hot during use; observe due caution when removing the battery.

First Steps 11

Turning the Camera on and O ff

To turn the camera on, press the power switch. The green power-on lamp lights and the monitor turns on. To turn the camera off, press the power switch again.

Press and hold the G button to turn the camera on in playback mode (B 22).

Basic Setup

A language-selection dialog is displayed the first time the camera is turned on. Use the multi selector to choose a language and set the time and date as described below (in the steps that follow, the multi selector controls used are highlighted in white).

Turn camera on. Highlight language.

Confirmation dialog displayed. Highlight Ye s .

Time zone menu displayed.

* If daylight saving time is in effect, press multi selector down to highlight Daylight sav-

ing and press B to select. Press multi selector up to return to Step 5. See page 85 for

more information on turning daylight saving time on and off.

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Display map of world time zones.

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Select home time zone. Display Date menu.

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Edit Day (order of day, month, and year

may differ in some areas).

Select Month. Repeat Steps 9–10 to edit

Month, Year, hour, and minute.

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Choose date display order. Set clock and exit to shooting mode.

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Inserting Memory Cards

Pictures are stored in the camera’s internal memory (approximately 21MB) or on removable Secure Digital (SD) memory cards (B 91). Internal memory is used for recording, playback, and deletion only if no memory card is inserted.

To insert a memory card:

Turn the camera off

If the power-on lamp is lit, press the power switch to turn the camera off.

Insert the memory card

Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover and slide the memory card in until it clicks into place. Close the cover.

D Inserting Memory Cards

Be sure the card is in the correct orientation. Inserting the card upside down or backwards could damage the camera or card.

A Memory Cards

•Use only Secure Digital (SD) memory cards.

• Memory cards that have been formatted in a computer or other device must be refor-

matted in the camera before they can be used for recording or playback (B 15, 88).

• Turn the power off before inserting or removing memory cards. Do not open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover, turn the camera off, or remove or disconnect the power source during formatting or while data are being recorded, deleted, or copied to a computer. Failure to observe these precautions could result in loss of data or in damage to the camera or card.

• Do not disassemble or modify.

• Do not bend, drop, or subject to strong physical shocks.

• Do not touch the card terminals with your fingers or metal objects.

• Do not affix labels or stickers to memory cards.

• Do not leave in direct sunlight, closed vehicles, or areas exposed to high temperatures.

• Do not expose to high levels of humidity or to corrosive gas.

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Removing Memory Cards

Before removing memory cards, turn the camera off and confirm that the power-on lamp is off. Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover, press the card in to partially eject it, and then remove it by hand.

A Formatting Memory Cards

If the message shown at right is displayed when the camera is turned on, the memory card must be formatted before use. Note that formatting permanently deletes all pictures and other data on the memory card. Be sure to make copies of any pictures you wish to keep before beginning formatting.

To begin formatting, press the multi selector up to highlight Format and then press B. Do

not turn the camera off or remove the battery or memory card unti l formatting is complete.

A The Write Protect Switch

SD cards are equipped with a write protect switch. Pictures can not be recorded or deleted and the memory card can not be formatted when this switch is in the “lock” position.

Write protect switch

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U Mode

This section describes how to take pictures in U (auto) mode, an automatic, “point-and-shoot” mode recommended for first-time users of digital cameras.

Select U mode

Rotate the mode dial to U.

Turn the camera on

2.1 Turn the camera on

Press the power switch to turn the camera on. The green power-on lamp lights, the monitor turns on, and the lens extends.

2.2 Check indicators in the monitor

Check the battery level and number of exposures remaining.

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Number of exposures

remaining

* Depends on capacity of internal memory or memory card (B 14) and on

options chosen for image quality (B 66) and size (B 66).

Battery indicator

NO ICON Battery fully charged.

Low battery; prepare to recharge or

change battery.

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Battery exhausted.

Battery exhausted. Recharge or change battery.

C Auto Power off (Stand-by Mode)

In shooting mode, the monitor will dim to reduce the drain on the battery if no operations are performed for about five seconds. The monitor will brighten when camera controls are used. At default settings, the monitor will turn off altogether if no operations are performed for about a minute during shooting and playback (stand-by mode; B 88). While the camera is in stand-by mode, the power-on lamp will blink and the monitor can be reactivated by pressing the shutter-release button halfway. The camera will turn off automatically if no operations are performed for another three minutes.

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In U (auto) mode, the following indicators are also displayed.

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Internal m emory indic ator: If q is displayed, pictures will be recorded to internal memory. If memory

Shooting mode: 0 is dis- played in U (auto) mode.

card is inserted, q icon is no longer displayed and pictures are recorded to memory card.

Image quality and size: Choose image quality (B 66) and size (B 66) according to how picture will be used. Default settings are nor-

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mal image quality (NORM) with an image size of 3,648× 2,736 (j).

Aperture (B 38)

Shutter speed (B 38)

C Vibration Reduction

When vibration reduction is on (the default setting), the camera compensates for slight hand movements that can blur pictures at slow shutter speeds or high zoom ratios.

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C Image Quality and Size

In U (auto mode), pressing the F button displays options for adjusting image quality (j; B 66) and size (n; B 66).

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Frame a picture

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3.1 Ready the camera

Hold the camera steadily in both hands, keeping your fingers and other objects away from the lens, flash, and microphone. When taking pictures in portrait orientation with the camera rotated 90°, hold the camera with the flash uppermost.

3.2 Frame the picture

Frame the picture with the subject positioned in approximately the center of the monitor or viewfinder.

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A The Viewfinder

Use the viewfinder to frame pictures when bright light makes it difficult to see the display in the monitor. Note that because the image in the viewfinder may differ from the final picture, the monitor should be used at distances of about 1m (3ft. 3in.) or less, at image sizes of 3,648× 2,432 (h) or 3,584×2,016 (9), or when using converter lenses (available separately; B 79, 90) or digital zoom (B 19).

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