Nikon COOLPIX P530 User Manual

DIGITAL CAMERA

User's Manual

For advanced use of the camera, read the Reference Manual
(in pdf format) which is available in many languages including
Hindi, Bengali, Tamil, Marathi and Telugu.	En
See the reverse side for information to download the file.

Introduction

Parts of the Camera and Main Functions

The Basics of Shooting and Playback

Shooting Features

Playback Features

Recording and Playing Back Movies

General Camera Setup

Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer

Technical Notes and Index

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Introduction

Read This First

Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX P530 digital camera. Before using the camera, please read the information in “For Your Safety” (Avii-ix) and familiarize yourself with the information provided in this manual. After reading, please keep this manual handy and refer to it to enhance your enjoyment of your new camera.

Confirming the Package Contents

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

COOLPIX P530	Camera Strap	Lens Cap LC-CP24
Digital Camera		(with cord)

Rechargeable Li-ion	Charging AC Adapter1	USB Cable UC-E6
Battery EN-EL5	EH-70P or EH-70PCH

Audio Video Cable

EG-CP162

• User’s Manual (this manual)

• Warranty

1A plug adapter is included if the camera was purchased in a country or region

that requires a plug adapter. The shape of the plug adapter varies with the country or region of purchase (A18).

2This item is supplied only if the camera was purchased in India, and is described in this manual as being “optional,” “available separately,” etc.

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

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About This Manual

If you want to start using the camera right away, see “The Basics of Shooting and Playback” (A16).

To learn about the parts of the camera and information that is displayed in the monitor, see “Parts of the Camera and Main Functions” (A1).

Downloading the “Reference Manual”

Refer to the Reference Manual (PDF format) for more detailed information. The Reference Manual can be downloaded from the Nikon website. http://nikonimglib.com/manual/

The Reference Manual can be viewed using Adobe Reader, available for free download from the Adobe website.

Other Information

•Symbols and Conventions

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

Symbol	Description

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

CThis icon indicates notes and information that should be read before using the camera.

These icons indicate other pages containing relevant A/E/F information; E*: “Reference Section”, F: “Technical Notes and

Index.”

* Refer to the Reference Manual for pages indicated with E.

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

•The setting at the time of purchase is referred to as the “default setting.”

•The names of menu items displayed in the camera monitor, and the names of buttons or messages displayed on a computer monitor appear in bold.

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

•Illustrations and monitor content shown in this manual may differ from the actual product.

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Information and Precautions

Life-Long Learning

As part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product support and education, continually updated information is available online at the following sites:

•For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/

•For users in Europe and Africa: http://www.europe-nikon.com/support/

•For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http://www.nikon-asia.com/

Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest product information, tips, answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs), and general advice on digital imaging and photography. Additional information may be available from the Nikon representative in your area. Visit the site below for contact information:

http://imaging.nikon.com/

Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories

Nikon COOLPIX cameras are designed to the highest standards and include complex electronic circuitry. Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including battery chargers, batteries, charging AC adapter, AC adapters and cables) certified by Nikon specifically for use with this Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven to operate within the operational and safety requirements of this electronic circuitry.

THE USE OF NON-NIKON ELECTRONIC ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE THE CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR 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 not be held liable for damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction.

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About the Manuals

	•	No part of the manuals included with this product may be reproduced,
		transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any
		language in any form, by any means, without Nikon’s prior written permission.
	•	Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software
		described in these manuals at any time and without prior notice.	Introduction
	•	Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this
		product.
	•	While every effort was made to ensure that the information in these manuals is
		accurate and complete, we would appreciate it were you to bring any errors or
		omissions to the attention of the Nikon representative in your area (address
		provided separately).

Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction

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

• Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced

Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, securities, government bonds or local government bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are stamped “Sample.” The copying or reproduction of paper money, coins, or securities which are circulated in a foreign country is prohibited. Unless the prior permission of the government was obtained, the copying or reproduction of unused postage stamps or post cards issued by the government is prohibited.

The copying or reproduction of stamps issued by the government and of certified documents stipulated by law is prohibited.

• Cautions on certain copies and reproductions

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

• Comply with copyright notices

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

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Disposing of Data Storage Devices

Please note that deleting images or 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 (A91). Care should be taken to avoid injury or damage to property when physically destroying data storage devices.

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For Your Safety

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

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

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

WARNINGS

Turn off in the event of malfunction

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

Do not disassemble

Touching the internal parts of the camera or charging AC adapter could result in injury. Repairs should be performed only by qualified technicians. Should the camera or charging AC adapter break open as the result of a fall or other accident, take the product to a Nikonauthorized service representative for inspection, after unplugging the product and/or removing the battery.

Do not use the camera or charging AC adapter in the presence of flammable gas

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

Handle the camera strap with care

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

Keep out of reach of children

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

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

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

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

Failure to observe this precaution could cause damage or fire.

Observe caution when handling the battery

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

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

•Use only a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL5 (included). Charge the battery by using a camera that supports battery charging or by using a Battery Charger MH-61 (available separately). To charge the battery with the camera, use either Charging AC Adapter EH-70P/EH-70PCH (included) or the Charge by computer function.

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

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

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

•Do not immerse in or expose to water.

•Put the battery in a plastic bag, etc. to insulate the terminal before transporting it. 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 Nikon-authorized service representative for inspection. Failure to observe these precautions could result in fire or electric shock.

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•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 DC-to-AC inverters. Failure to observe this precaution could damage the product or cause overheating or fire.

Use appropriate cables

When connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for the purpose, to maintain compliance with product regulations.

Handle moving parts with care

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

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

The flash should be no less than 1 m (3 ft 4 in.) from the subject.

Particular care should be observed when photographing infants.

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

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

Avoid contact with liquid crystal

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

Turn the power off when using inside an airplane or the hospital

Turn the power off while inside the airplane during take off or landing. Do not use wireless network functions while in the air.

Follow the instructions of the hospital when using while in a hospital.

The electromagnetic waves emitted by this camera may disrupt the electronic systems of the airplane or the instruments of the hospital.

If you are using wireless network devices, remove them from the camera before boarding an aircraft or entering a hospital.

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Notices

Notices for Customers in the U.S.A.

IMPORTANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS -

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

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

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

The power supply unit is intended to be correctly orientated in a vertical or floor mount position.

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/TV technician for help.

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

CAUTIONS

Modifications

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

Interface Cables

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

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Notice for Customers in the State of California

WARNING

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

Wash hands after handling.

Nikon Inc.,

1300 Walt Whitman Road, Melville, New York 11747-3064 USA

Tel: [phone]

Notice for Customers in Canada

CAN ICES-3 B / NMB-3 B

Notices for Customers in Europe

CAUTIONS

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

DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.

This symbol indicates that electrical and electronic equipment is to be collected separately.

The following apply only to users in European countries:

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

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

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

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

The following apply only

to users in European countries:

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

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

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Table of Contents
Introduction ................................................................................................................	ii
Read This First ............................................................................................................................	ii
Confirming the Package Contents....................................................................................................	ii
About This Manual .....................................................................................................................................	iii
Information and Precautions...............................................................................................................	iv
For Your Safety ........................................................................................................................	vii
WARNINGS ....................................................................................................................................................	vii
Notices..........................................................................................................................................	x
Parts of the Camera and Main Functions..........................................................	1
The Camera Body......................................................................................................................	1
Principle Functions of the Controls ..................................................................................................	3
Attaching the Camera Strap and Lens Cap .................................................................................	6
Switching Between the Monitor and Viewfinder (xButton).......................................	7
Using Menus (the dButton)............................................................................................	8
The Monitor ..............................................................................................................................	10
The Basics of Shooting and Playback...............................................................	16
Preparation 1 Insert the Battery ........................................................................................	16
Preparation 2 Charge the Battery .....................................................................................	18
Preparation 3 Insert a Memory Card................................................................................	20
Internal Memory and Memory Cards............................................................................................	21
Approved Memory Cards.....................................................................................................................	21
Step 1 Turn the Camera On.................................................................................................	22
Setting the Display Language, Date, and Time......................................................................	24
Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode..........................................................................................	26
Available Shooting Modes ..................................................................................................................	27
Step 3 Frame a Picture ..........................................................................................................	28
Using the Zoom.........................................................................................................................................	29
Step 4 Focus and Shoot........................................................................................................	30
Step 5 Play Back Images .......................................................................................................	32
Step 6 Delete Images.............................................................................................................	33
Shooting Features...................................................................................................	35
A(Auto) Mode .......................................................................................................................	35
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)......................................................................	36

Refer to the Reference Manual for pages indicated with E.

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Tips and Notes ............................................................................................................................................	37
Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting).........................................	46
j, k, l, m Modes (Setting the Exposure for Shooting) .........................................	48
The Control Range of the Shutter Speed...................................................................................	52
M (User Settings) Mode ........................................................................................................	53
Saving Settings in M Mode (Save User Settings)...................................................................	54
Functions That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector..................................................	55
Using the Flash ...........................................................................................................................................	56
Using the Self-timer.................................................................................................................................	59
Shooting Smiling Faces Automatically (Smile Timer).........................................................	60
Using Focus Mode....................................................................................................................................	61
Taking Images with Manual Focus.................................................................................................	63
Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation) ..................................................................	65
Default Settings..........................................................................................................................................	66
Functions That Can Be Set with the dButton (Shooting Menu) .....................	68
Common Options.....................................................................................................................................	68
For j, k, l, m, M Modes ..................................................................................................................	68
Functions That Can Be Set with the Fn (Function) Button.......................................	71
Functions That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously ........................................................	72
Focusing.....................................................................................................................................	76
Using the Target Finding AF ..............................................................................................................	76
Using Face Detection .............................................................................................................................	77
Using Skin Softening...............................................................................................................................	78
Subjects Not Suitable for Autofocus.............................................................................................	78
Focus Lock.....................................................................................................................................................	79
Playback Features....................................................................................................	80
Playback Zoom ........................................................................................................................	80
Thumbnail Display, Calendar Display..............................................................................	81
Functions That Can Be Set with the dButton (Playback Menu) ......................	82
Using the Screen for Selecting Images .......................................................................................	84
Recording and Playing Back Movies.................................................................	85
Recording Movies ...................................................................................................................	85
Functions That Can Be Set with the dButton (Movie Menu) ................................	89
Playing Back Movies ..............................................................................................................	89
General Camera Setup...........................................................................................	91
Functions That Can Be Set with the dButton (Setup Menu) ............................	91

Refer to the Reference Manual for pages indicated with E.

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Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer..............................	93
Connection Methods.............................................................................................................	93
Using ViewNX 2 .......................................................................................................................	95
Installing ViewNX 2 ..................................................................................................................................	95
Transferring Images to the Computer .........................................................................................	96
Viewing Images..........................................................................................................................................	97
Reference Section ..............................................................................................	E1
Using Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playback) .....................................................	E2
Shooting with Easy Panorama....................................................................................................	E2
Viewing Images Captured with Easy Panorama..............................................................	E4
Viewing and Deleting Images Captured Continuously (Sequence)................	E5
Viewing Images in a Sequence ..................................................................................................	E5
Deleting Images in a Sequence .................................................................................................	E6
Editing Still Images............................................................................................................	E7
Before Editing Images ......................................................................................................................	E7
kQuick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and Saturation............................................	E8
ID-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and Contrast ....................................................	E8
eSkin Softening: Softening Skin Tones..............................................................................	E9
pFilter Effects: Applying Digital Filter Effects ................................................................	E10
gSmall Picture: Reducing the Size of an Image .......................................................	E11
aCrop: Creating a Cropped Copy .......................................................................................	E12
Connecting the Camera to a TV (Viewing Images on a TV) .............................	E13
Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print)..............................................	E15
Connecting the Camera to a Printer....................................................................................	E15
Printing Individual Images..........................................................................................................	E16
Printing Multiple Images .............................................................................................................	E18
Editing Movies .................................................................................................................	E20
Extracting Only the Desired Portion of a Movie............................................................	E20
Saving a Frame from a Movie as a Still Image................................................................	E21
The Shooting Menu (j, k, l or m Mode) ...........................................................	E22
Image Quality .....................................................................................................................................	E22
Image Size.............................................................................................................................................	E23
Picture Control (COOLPIX Picture Control)
(Changing the Settings for Image Recording)..............................................................	E24
Custom Picture Control (COOLPIX Custom Picture Control)................................	E28
White Balance (Adjusting Hue) ...............................................................................................	E29

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Metering ................................................................................................................................................	E32
Continuous Shooting ....................................................................................................................	E33
ISO Sensitivity .....................................................................................................................................	E37
Exposure Bracketing.......................................................................................................................	E38
AF Area Mode.....................................................................................................................................	E39
Autofocus Mode...............................................................................................................................	E42
Flash Exp. Comp. .............................................................................................................................	E42
Noise Reduction Filter...................................................................................................................	E43
Active D-Lighting ............................................................................................................................	E43
Multiple Exposure............................................................................................................................	E44
Zoom Memory...................................................................................................................................	E46
Startup Zoom Position..................................................................................................................	E47
M Exposure Preview ......................................................................................................................	E47
The Playback Menu ........................................................................................................	E48
aPrint Order (Creating a DPOF Print Order) ................................................................	E48
bSlide Show ....................................................................................................................................	E50
dProtect............................................................................................................................................	E51
fRotate Image ..............................................................................................................................	E51
EVoice Memo...................................................................................................................................	E52
hCopy (Copy Between Internal Memory and Memory Card)..........................	E53
CSequence Display Options .................................................................................................	E54
xChoose Key Picture .................................................................................................................	E54
The Movie Menu .............................................................................................................	E55
Movie Options....................................................................................................................................	E55
Autofocus Mode...............................................................................................................................	E58
The Setup Menu ..............................................................................................................	E59
Welcome Screen...............................................................................................................................	E59
Time Zone and Date ......................................................................................................................	E60
Monitor Settings...............................................................................................................................	E62
Print Date (Imprinting Date and Time on Images)......................................................	E64
Vibration Reduction........................................................................................................................	E65
Motion Detection.............................................................................................................................	E66
AF Assist ................................................................................................................................................	E66
Digital Zoom .......................................................................................................................................	E67
Sound Settings .................................................................................................................................	E67
Auto Off..................................................................................................................................................	E68
Format Memory/Format Card..................................................................................................	E69
Language .............................................................................................................................................	E69
TV Settings............................................................................................................................................	E70
Charge by Computer.....................................................................................................................	E71

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Toggle Av/Tv Selection ................................................................................................................	E72
Reset File Numbering ...................................................................................................................	E72
Blink Warning......................................................................................................................................	E73
Eye-Fi Upload......................................................................................................................................	E74
Peaking...................................................................................................................................................	E75
Reset All ................................................................................................................................................	E75
Firmware Version ............................................................................................................................	E75
Error Messages.................................................................................................................	E76
File Names .........................................................................................................................	E80
Optional Accessories .....................................................................................................	E81

Technical Notes and Index...............................................................................	F1
Caring for the Products.....................................................................................................	F2
The Camera...............................................................................................................................................	F2
The Battery ................................................................................................................................................	F3
Charging AC Adapter .........................................................................................................................	F4
Memory Cards.........................................................................................................................................	F5
Caring for the Camera.......................................................................................................	F6
Cleaning......................................................................................................................................................	F6
Storage ........................................................................................................................................................	F7
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................	F8
Specifications .....................................................................................................................	F16
Index......................................................................................................................................	F22

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Parts of the Camera and Main

Functions

The Camera Body

Flash raised

1 2 3 4 5

6

7

Functions Main and Camera the of Parts

8

9

10 11

12

13

14

15

	1	.......................Eyelet for camera strap	6
	2	Power switch/power-on lamp ... 22
	3	w(function) button ..........................	4
	4	Mode dial................................................	26
	5	Microphone (stereo)...................	82, 85
	6	Flash ..............................................................	56
	7	m(flash pop-up) button.................	56
	8	USB/audio/video output
		connector	93

9	HDMI mini connector (Type C).......		93
10	Connector cover........................................		93
11	Power connector cover (for
	optional AC adapter)............	E81
12	Shutter-release button .................		3, 30
	Zoom control ........................................		29
	f: wide-angle ...........................		29
	g : telephoto ..............................		29
13	h: thumbnail playback........		81
	i : playback zoom ..................		80
	j: help...........................................		37
14	Self-timer lamp ......................................		59
	AF-assist illuminator..........................		91
15	Lens

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Functions Main and Camera the of Parts

1

2

3

4

5

6

14 15

7 8 9 10 11 12 13

1	.....................................Speaker	82, 89, 91
2	Diopter adjustment control............		7
3	Electronic viewfinder...........................		7
4	x(monitor) button ..........................		7
5	b(emovie-record) button		85
	........................................................................
6	Command dial....................	3, 5, 48, 50
7	Monitor........................................................		10
8	Charge lamp ............................................		18
	Flash lamp		57

9	c(playback) button ......................	32
10	d(menu) button
	..............................................8, 68, 82, 89, 91
11	l(delete) button ......................	33, 90
12	k(apply selection) button
	................................................................	3, 5, 8
13	Rotary multi selector
	(multi selector)*.........................	3, 4, 55
14	Tripod socket
15	Battery-chamber/memory card
	slot cover .........................................	16, 20

* Also referred to as the “multi selector“ in this manual.

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Principle Functions of the Controls

For Shooting

	Control		Main Function	A
		Change the shooting mode.		26
	Mode dial
		Move toward g(i) (telephoto) to zoom in
		closer to the subject, and move toward f		29
		(h) (wide-angle) to zoom out and view a
	Zoom control	larger area.
		• While the shooting screen is displayed:		55
		Display the following setting screens by
		pressing:
		-	Up (H): m(flash mode)
		-	Left (J): n(self-timer/smile timer)
		-	Down (I): D(focus mode)
		-	Right (K): o(exposure compensation)
		• When the shooting mode is l or m:		48, 50
		Rotate the multi selector to set the
	Multi selector	aperture value.
		• While the setting screen is displayed:		8
		Select an item using HIJKor by
		rotating the multi selector; apply the
		selection by pressing the kbutton.
		• When the shooting mode is j:		48, 50
		Set the flexible program.
		• When the shooting mode is kor m:		48, 50
		Set the shutter speed.
	Command dial	• While the setting screen is displayed:		8
		Select an item.
				8, 68,
		Display and hide the menu.		82, 89,
	d(menu) button			91
		When pressed halfway (i.e., if you stop
		pressing when you feel resistance slightly):
		Set focus and exposure.		30, 31
		When pressed all the way (i.e., if you press
		the button all the way down): Release the
	Shutter-release button shutter.

Functions Main and Camera the of Parts

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Functions Main and Camera the of Parts

Control	Main Function	A
	Start and stop movie recording.	85
b(emovie-record)
button
	When the shooting mode is j, k, l, m or
	M:	71
	Display or close the setting menus such as
w(function) button	Continuous or Vibration reduction.
	Switch between the monitor and viewfinder.	7
x(monitor) button
	Play back images.	32
c(playback) button
	Delete the last image that was saved.	33
l(delete) button

For Playback

Control		Main Function	A
	•	When the camera is turned off, press and hold	32
		this button to turn the camera on in playback
	•	mode.
c(playback) button		Return to shooting mode.	32
	•	Move toward g(i) to zoom in on the	80, 81
		image, and move toward f(h) to
		display images as thumbnails or the
	•	calendar.
Zoom control		Adjust the volume for voice memo and	82, 89
		movie playback.
	•	While the playback screen is displayed:	32
		Change the displayed image using up
		(H), left (J), down (I), right (K), or by
	•	rotating the multi selector.
		While the setting screen is displayed:	8
		Select an item using HIJKor by
Multi selector	•	rotating the multi selector.
		While an enlarged image is displayed:	80
		Move the display area.

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Control		Main Function	A
	• Switch the monitor display between the		32
		histogram, tone level and shooting
		information display and full-frame
		playback.
	• Display individual images of a sequence in		83,
		full-frame playback mode.	E5
	• Scroll an image shot with Easy panorama.		43,
	•	Play back movies.	E4
k(apply selection)			89
	•	Switch from thumbnail playback or	80, 81
button		zoomed image display to full-frame
		playback.
	• While the setting screen is displayed,		8
		apply the selection.
	Switch the magnification of an enlarged		80
	image.
Command dial
	Display and hide the menu.		8, 82
d(menu) button
	Delete images.		33
l(delete) button
	Switch between the monitor and viewfinder. 7
x(monitor) button
Shutter-release button	Return to shooting mode.		–
b(emovie-record)
button

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Attaching the Camera Strap and Lens Cap

Attach the Lens Cap LC-CP24 to the strap, and then attach the strap to the camera.

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Attach the strap at two places.

B Lens Cap

•At times when you are not shooting images, attach the lens cap to the lens to protect it.

•Do not attach anything other than the lens cap to the lens.

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Switching Between the Monitor and Viewfinder

(xButton)

You can use the viewfinder when bright light under the open sky makes it difficult to see the monitor.

Each press of the xbutton switches the display between the monitor and viewfinder.

Viewfinder

x(monitor) button

Diopter Adjustment of the Viewfinder

When the image in the viewfinder is difficult to see, adjust by rotating the diopter adjustment control while looking through the viewfinder.

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

Diopter adjustment control

B Notes About Checking and Adjusting Image Colors

Use the monitor on the back of the camera because the monitor has higher color reproducibility than the viewfinder.

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Using Menus (the dButton)

Use the multi selector and kbutton to navigate the menus.

1Press the dbutton.

•The menu that matches the status of the camera, such as shooting or playback menu, is displayed.

Unavailable menu items are displayed in gray and cannot be selected.

1/250	F5.6	25m 0s
		840

Shooting menu

Image quality

Image size

Picture Control

Custom Picture Control White balance Metering

Continuous

2 Use the multi selector to select a menu item.

	• HIor rotation: Select an item above or
	below.	Apply
	• JK: Select an item on the left or right, or
		selection
	move between menu levels.

•k: Apply a selection. Pressing Kalso applies a selection.

•See A9 for more information on how to switch tabs.

3After completing the settings, press the dbutton or shutter-release button.

• Press the shutter-release button to display the shooting screen.

C Notes About the Command Dial Operation When a Menu is Displayed

Rotating the command dial when a menu is displayed allows you to select an item.

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Switching Among Menu Tabs

To display a different menu, such as the setup menu (A91), use the multi selector to switch to another tab.

Tabs

Shooting menu

Image quality

Image size

Picture Control

Custom Picture Control White balance Metering

Continuous

Use Jto move to the tabs.

Tab Types

Shooting menu

Image quality

Image size

Picture Control

Custom Picture Control

White balance

Metering

Continuous

Use HIto select a tab, and press the k button or Kto apply the selection.

Set up

Welcome screen Time zone and date

Monitor settings

Print date

Vibration reduction

Motion detection

AF assist

		For Shooting				For Playback
	Shooting menu				Playback menu
		Image quality				Quick retouch
		Image size				D-Lighting
		Picture Control				Skin softening
		Custom Picture Control				Filter effects
		White balance				Print order
		Metering				Slide show
		Continuous				Protect

j tab:

Displays the settings available for the current shooting mode (A27).

Depending on the current shooting ctab:

mode, the tab icon that is displayed

Displays the settings available for the

will be different. etab:

playback mode.

Displays movie recording settings.

ztab:

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

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The Monitor

The information that is displayed in the monitor during shooting and playback changes depending on the camera’s settings and state of use. By default, information is displayed when the camera is first turned on and when you operate the camera, and turns off after a few seconds (when Photo info is set to Auto info in Monitor settings (A91)).

For Shooting

																						3															7			9
37	2		10	36						2
				35																																	8			10
34				33 HDR1
	1.0																	5
	0.7				HDR2
32	0.3				HDR3					1					4					6																				11
	60				120
																																							12
31											10				1000mm
30											120																													13
29																						+1.0									16									14
																						+1.0									17
	28										3200													10m 0s							18
															1/250				F5.6							999
																																					15
															22			21				20
																						999
	27		26		25					23												9999
																						19
				24

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1	............................Shooting mode		26, 27
2	Flash mode .............................................		56
3	Focus mode............................................		61
4	Zoom indicator.............................		29, 62
5	Focus indicator .....................................		30
6	Zoom memory .....................................		70
7	Movie options (normal
	speed movies)		89
8	Movie options (HS movies)		............89
9	Image quality.........................................		68
10	Image size................................................		68
11	Easy panorama .....................................		43
12	Noise reduction filter........................		69
13	Motion detection icon.....................		91
14	Vibration reduction icon.................		91
15	Exposure indicator .............................		50
16	Flash exp. comp...................................		69
17	Exposure compensation value....65
18	Movie recording time
	remaining.........................................		85, 86
19	Number of exposures remaining
	(still images)...........................	22, E22
20	Internal memory indicator............		22
21	Aperture value......................................		48
22	Shutter speed........................................		48
23	ISO sensitivity ........................................		69
24	Battery level indicator ......................		22
25	“Date not set” indicator...........		24, 91
26	Print date..................................................		91

	27	....................Travel destination icon	91
	28	Eye-Fi communication
		indicator ..................................	92, E74
	29	White balance.......................................	68
	30	COOLPIX Picture Control	................68
	31	Active D-Lighting................................	69
	32	Continuous shooting
		mode	44, 69
	33	Backlighting (HDR).............................	42
	34	Exposure bracketing.........................	69
	35	Hand-held/tripod ...............................	37
	36	Multiple exposure ..............................	69
		Self-timer indicator ............................	59
	37	Smile timer..............................................	60
		Pet portrait auto release.................	44

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1/250 F5.6

1

2

3

4

5

6

		500mm			10m 0s
1/250			F5.6			9999
7
				8

	1	Focus area (target finding AF)
		69, 71, 76

Focus area (center/manual)

2........................................36, 46, 69, 71, 79

	3	Focus area (face detection, pet
		detection)	44, 60, 69, 71, 77

	4	Focus area (subject tracking)
		69, 71,	E41

		1/250	F5.6			10m 0s
							9999
	9
5	Spot metering area				............................				69
6	Center-weighted area......................								69
7	View/hide histograms
					65, 91,				E62
	...............................................

Framing border (Moon or Bird-

8watching scene mode)

		........................................................................	45
	9	View/hide framing grid
		91,	E62

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