Nikon S8200 User Manual

DIGITAL CAMERA

Reference Manual

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Introduction

Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations

The Basics of Shooting and Playback

Shooting Features

Playback Features

Recording and Playing Back Movies

General Camera Setup

Reference Section

Technical Notes and Index

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Read This First

Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX S8200 digital camera. Before using the camera, please read the information in “For Your Safety” (A vi) and familiarize yourself with the information provided in this manual. After reading, please keep this manual handy and refer to it to enhance your enjoyment of your new camera.

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Confirming the Package Contents

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

COOLPIX S8200

Digital Camera

Charging AC Adapter

EH-69P*

ViewNX 2 Installer CD Reference Manual CD

• Warranty

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

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

Camera Strap Rechargeable Li-ion Battery

EN-EL12 (with terminal

cover)

USB Cable UC-E6 Audio Video Cable EG-CP16

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

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About This Manual

If you want to start using the camera right away, see “The Basics of Shooting and Playback” (A 13).

To learn about the parts of the camera and basic operations, see “Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations” (A 1).

Other Information

• Symbols and Conventions

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

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A/E/F

•

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

• 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.

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

This icon marks notes, information that should be read before using the camera.

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

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Information and Precautions

Life-Long Learning

As part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product support and education,

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continually updated information is available online at the following sites:

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

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

• 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 adapters, and AC adapters) certified by Nikon specifically for use with this Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven to operate within the operational and safety requirements of this electronic circuitry.

THE USE OF NON-NIKON ELECTRONIC ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE THE CAMERA AND MAY

VOID YOUR The use of third-party rechargeable Li-ion batteries not bearing the Nikon holographic seal could

interfere with normal operation of the camera or result in the batteries overheating, igniting, rupturing, or leaking.

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

NIKON WARRANTY.

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

Before Taking Important Pictures

Before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at weddings or before taking the camera on a trip), take a test shot to ensure that the camera is functioning normally. Nikon will not be held liable for damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction.

About the Manuals

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

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

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

these manuals at any time and without prior notice.

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

• While every effort was made to ensure that the information in these manuals is accurate and

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).

Read This First

Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction

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

• Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced

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

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

• Cautions on certain copies and reproductions

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

• Comply with copyright notices

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

Disposing of Data Storage Devices

Please note that deleting images or formatting data storage devices such as memory cards or built-in camera memory does not completely erase the original image data. Deleted files can sometimes be recovered from discarded storage devices using commercially available software, potentially resulting in the malicious use of personal image data. Ensuring the privacy of such data is the user’s responsibility.

Before discarding a data storage device or transferring ownership to another person, erase all data using commercial deletion software, or format the device and then completely refill it with images containing no private information (for example, pictures of empty sky). Be sure to also replace any pictures selected for the Select an image option in the Welcome screen setting (A 94). Care should be taken to avoid injury or damage to property when physically destroying data storage devices.

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For Your Safety

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

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

WARNINGS

Turn off in the event of malfunction

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

Do not disassemble

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

Do not use the camera or Charging AC Adapter in the presence of flammable gas

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

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, battery charger, or AC adapter for extended periods while the devices are on or in use

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

For Your Safety

Observe caution when handling the battery

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

• Before replacing the battery, turn

the product off. If you are using the Charging AC Adapter/AC adapter, be sure it is unplugged.

• Use only a Rechargeable Li-ion

Battery EN-EL12 (included). Charge the battery by using a camera that supports battery charging or by using a Battery Charger MH-65 (available separately). To charge the battery with the camera, use either Charging AC Adapter EH-69P (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.

•

• Replace the terminal cover when

transporting the battery. Do not transport or store with metal objects such as necklaces or hairpins.

• The battery is prone to leakage when

fully discharged. To avoid damage to the product, be sure to remove the battery when no charge remains.

• Discontinue use immediately should

you notice any change in the battery, such as discoloration or deformation.

• If liquid from the damaged battery comes in contact with clothing or skin, rinse immediately with plenty of water.

Observe the following precautions when handling the Charging AC Adapter

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

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

• Do not handle the plug or go near the Charging AC Adapter during lightning storms. Failure to observe this precaution could result in electric shock.

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

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

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

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For Your Safety

Use appropriate cables

When connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use only the cables

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provided or sold by Nikon for the purpose, to maintain compliance with product regulations.

Handle moving parts with care

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

CD-ROMs

The CD-ROMs included with this device should not be played back on audio CD equipment. Playing CDROMs on an audio CD player could cause hearing loss or damage the equipment.

Observe caution when using the flash

Using the flash close to your subject’s eyes could cause temporary visual impairment. Particular care should be observed if photographing infants, when the flash should be no less than 1 m (3 ft 4 in.) from the subject.

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

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

Avoid contact with liquid crystal

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

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

Turn the power off while inside the airplane during take off or landing. Follow the instructions of the hospital when using while in a hospital. The electromagnetic waves given out by this camera may disrupt the electronic systems of the airplane or the instruments of the hospital.

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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.

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.

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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Notices

Notice for customers in the State of California

WARNING

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

Wash hands after handling.

Nikon Inc., 1300 Walt Whitman Road

Melville, New York 11747-3064 USA

Tel: 631-547-4200

Notice for customers in Canada

CAUTION

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

ATTENTION

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

otices for customers in Europe

CAUTIONS

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

DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.

This symbol indicates that this product is to be collected separately.

The following apply only to users in European countries:

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

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

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

The following apply only to users in European countries:

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

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

Table of Contents

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Introduction

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

Options Available in the Auto Shooting Menu................................................................................ 37

Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes).................................................................................. 39

Changing Scene Mode Settings................................................................................................................ 40

Characteristics of Each Scene...................................................................................................................... 40

Continuous Shooting Mode (Burst Shooting).......................................................................... 50

Changing Continuous Shooting Mode Settings ............................................................................ 51

Options Available in the Continuous Shooting Menu................................................................ 52

Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting)..................................................... 53

Changing Special Effects Mode Settings............................................................................................. 54

Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector................................................................. 55

Available Features.............................................................................................................................................. 55

Using the Flash (Flash Mode)...................................................................................................................... 56

Using the Self-timer .......................................................................................................................................... 59

Using the Smile Timer, Smile Timer Continuous ............................................................................ 61

Using Macro Mode ............................................................................................................................................ 64

Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation), Vividness, and Hue

(Creative Slider).................................................................................................................................................... 65

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

Default Settings ................................................................................................................................................... 69

Changing the Image Size (Image Mode) .................................................................................... 71

Image Mode Settings (Image Size and Quality).............................................................................. 71

Features That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously....................................................................... 73

Using Face Detection......................................................................................................................... 76

Using Skin Softening.......................................................................................................................... 77

Focus Lock ............................................................................................................................................. 78

Playback Features............................................................................................................................. 79

Features Available in Playback Mode (Playback Menu)........................................................ 80

Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer ......................................................... 81

Using ViewNX 2 ................................................................................................................................... 82

Installing ViewNX 2............................................................................................................................................ 82

Transferring Images to the Computer................................................................................................... 84

Viewing Images.................................................................................................................................................... 85

Retouching Photographs.............................................................................................................................. 86

Editing Movies...................................................................................................................................................... 86

Printing Images.................................................................................................................................................... 86

Recording and Playing Back Movies.......................................................................................... 87

Recording Movies ............................................................................................................................... 88

Changing Movie Recording Settings (the Movie Menu)........................................................... 91

Playing Back Movies........................................................................................................................... 92

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General Camera Setup.................................................................................................................... 93

The Setup Menu .................................................................................................................................. 94

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

Using Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playback) ................................................................. E2

Shooting With Easy Panorama............................................................................................................. E2

Playing Back Images With Easy Panorama (Scroll Playback).............................................. E4

Using Panorama Assist................................................................................................................. E5

Playing Back and Deleting Images Captured Continuously (Sequence)................... E7

Playing Back Sequences........................................................................................................................... E7

Deleting Images in a Sequence........................................................................................................... E9

Editing Still Images..................................................................................................................... E10

Editing Features.......................................................................................................................................... E10

k Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and Saturation .................................................. E12

I D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and Contrast........................................................... E13

e Skin Softening: Softening Skin Tones................................................................................... E14

p Filter Effects: Applying Digital Filter Effects....................................................................... E16

g Small Picture: Reducing the Size of an Image................................................................. E18

a Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy .............................................................................................. E19

Connecting the Camera to a TV (Viewing Images on a TV) ......................................... E21

Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print).......................................................... E23

Connecting the Camera to a Printer.............................................................................................. E24

Printing Individual Images................................................................................................................... E26

Printing Multiple Images....................................................................................................................... E27

The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode, Continuous Shooting Mode)................ E30

White Balance (Adjusting Hue)......................................................................................................... E30

Metering.......................................................................................................................................................... E33

ISO Sensitivity............................................................................................................................................... E34

Continuous Shooting.............................................................................................................................. E35

AF Area Mode .............................................................................................................................................. E37

Autofocus Mode......................................................................................................................................... E42

The Playback Menu .................................................................................................................... E43

a Print Order (Creating a DPOF Print Order)......................................................................... E43

b Slide Show............................................................................................................................................. E46

d Protect...................................................................................................................................................... E47

f Rotate Image........................................................................................................................................ E49

E Voice Memo ......................................................................................................................................... E50

h Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory and Memory Card) .................................. E52

C Sequence Display Options.......................................................................................................... E54

N Choose Key Picture.......................................................................................................................... E54

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The Movie Menu.......................................................................................................................... E55

Movie Options............................................................................................................................................. E55

Autofocus Mode......................................................................................................................................... E59

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The Setup Menu .......................................................................................................................... E60

Welcome Screen........................................................................................................................................ E60

Time Zone and Date................................................................................................................................ E61

Monitor Settings......................................................................................................................................... E64

Print Date (Imprinting Date and Time)......................................................................................... E66

Vibration Reduction ................................................................................................................................. E67

Motion Detection...................................................................................................................................... E68

AF Assist........................................................................................................................................................... E69

Digital Zoom................................................................................................................................................. E70

Sound Settings............................................................................................................................................ E71

Auto Off ........................................................................................................................................................... E72

Format Memory/Format Card........................................................................................................... E73

Language........................................................................................................................................................ E74

TV Settings ..................................................................................................................................................... E74

Charge by Computer............................................................................................................................... E75

Blink Warning............................................................................................................................................... E77

Filmstrip........................................................................................................................................................... E79

Reset All ........................................................................................................................................................... E80

Firmware Version....................................................................................................................................... E83

File and Folder Names............................................................................................................... E84

Optional Accessories ................................................................................................................. E85

Error Messages............................................................................................................................. E86

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

Caring for the Product................................................................................................................... F2

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

The Battery......................................................................................................................................................... F4

Charging AC Adapter.................................................................................................................................. F5

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

Cleaning and Storage.................................................................................................................... F6

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

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

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

Specifications ................................................................................................................................. F15

Supported Standards................................................................................................................................ F19

Index.................................................................................................................................................. F20

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Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations

This chapter describes the parts of the camera and also explains how to use basic camera features.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations

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

Shooting and Playback” (A 13).

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Parts of the Camera

The Camera Body

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Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations

Lens cover closed

Zoom control........................................4, 5, 27

f : wide................................................4, 27

g : tele...................................................4, 27

h : thumbnail playback..............5, 31

i : playback zoom.........................5, 31

j : help......................................................39

2 Speaker........................................................80, 92

Power switch/power-on lamp

..................................................................................20

4 Shutter-release button....................4, 5, 28

Flash raised

Self-timer lamp.............................................. 59

AF-assist illuminator...................................95

6 Mode dial...........................................4, 5, 9, 24

7 Microphone (stereo)...........................80, 88

8 Flash .....................................................................56

9 Lens

10 Lens cover

12 4 653

Parts of the Camera

Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations

16 17 18

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

Rotary multi selector (multi selector)

3 k (apply selection) button...............5, 10

4 c (playback) button..........4, 5, 9, 30, 80

Charge lamp...................................17, E76

Flash lamp.........................................................56

6 b (e movie-record) button.....4, 5, 88

7 Tripod socket............................................F17

8 d button............4, 5, 11, 37, 80, 91, 94

9 l (delete) button.......................4, 5, 32, 80

10 Cover latch................................................14, 18

...10

1271110981314

Battery-chamber/

memory card slot cover....................14, 15

12 Eyelet for camera strap.............................12

13 HDMI mini connector (Type C)............81

14 Connector cover....................................16, 81

USB/audio/video output connector

..........................................................................16, 81

16 Memory card slot......................................... 18

17 Battery chamber...........................................14

18 Battery latch ....................................................14

Parts of the Camera

Controls Used in Shooting Mode

Control Name Main Function A

Mode dial Switches to another shooting mode. 24

Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations

Zooms in and out; rotate to g (i) to zoom

Zoom control

Rotary multi

selector

d button Displays and hides the menu.

Shutter-

release button

Movie-record

button

Playback

button

Delete button Deletes the last image that was saved. 32

in and make the subject larger, and rotate to f (h) to zoom out and view a wider area.

See “Using the Rotary Multi Selector.”

When pressed halfway (i.e., if you stop pressing when you feel resistance): Sets focus and exposure. When pressed all the way: Releases the shutter.

Starts and stops movie recording. 88

Plays back images.

10, 11

11, 37, 91, 94

9, 30, 92

Parts of the Camera

Controls Used in Playback Mode

Control Name Main Function A

Playback

button

Zoom control

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

• Returns to shooting.

• When rotated to g (i): Magnifies the

image.

• When rotated to f (h): Displays thumbnails or the calendar.

• Adjusts the volume when playing back voice memos and movies

21, 30

80, 92, E50

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Rotary multi

selector

Apply

selection

button

d button Displays and hides the menu.

Delete button Deletes images. 32

Mode dial

Shutter-

release button

Movie-record

button

See “Using the Rotary Multi Selector.”

• Displays the histogram and shooting information.

• Switches from image thumbnail or zoomed image display to full-frame display.

• Plays back movies.

Returns to shooting.

10, 11

11, 80, 94

–

Parts of the Camera

1 60 0

F 3.3

+1.0

1 /2 5 0

9 99

2 9m 0 s

9 99

9 99 9

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 turned on and when you operate the camera, and turns off after a few seconds (when Monitor settings (A 94)

➝ Photo info is set to Auto info).

Shooting Mode

Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations

27 26 25 24 23

31 30

+1.0 1600

1/250

22 21 20

F3.3

29m 0s

999

19 18

999

9999

8 9

Parts of the Camera

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

2 Macro mode ....................................................64

3 Zoom indicator ......................................27, 64

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

5 AE/AF-L indicator....................................E5

6 Flash mode.......................................................56

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

8 Vibration reduction icon..........................94

9 Motion detection icon...............................95

10 Noise reduction burst................................44

11 “Date not set” indicator.... 23, 94, E86

12 Travel destination icon..............................94

13 Print date............................................................94

Movie options (normal speed movies)

..................................................................................91

15 Movie options (HS movies).....................91

16 Image mode....................................................71

17 Easy panorama...............................................49

Number of exposures remaining

(still images) .....................................................20

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

20 Movie length...................................................88

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

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

Focus area (auto, target finding AF)

..........................................................................28, 37

24 Focus area (manual or center)............. 37

Focus area (face detection,

pet detection).................................37, 43, 61

26 Focus area (subject tracking)................37

27 Center-weighted metering area........ 37

28 Hand-held/tripod..................................41, 45

29 ISO sensitivity..................................................37

30 Exposure compensation value.....67, 68

31 Vividness............................................................ 67

32 Hue........................................................................ 67

33 White balance................................................37

34 Continuous shooting mode..........43, 50

35 Backlighting (HDR)...................................... 42

36 Self-timer........................................................... 59

Smile timer,

smile timer continuous............................ 61

38 Pet portrait auto release.......................... 43

39 Panorama.......................................................... 49

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18 17

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Full-frame display (A 30) Shooting information (A 30)

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

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

3 Voice memo indicator..............80, E50

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

5 Protect icon......................................................80

6 Print order icon ..............................................80

7 Image mode ....................................................71

8 Movie options.................................................91

9 Easy panorama...............................................49

(a) Current image number/

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

(b) Movie length............................................92

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

Easy panorama playback guide

.................................................................... 49, E4

Sequence playback guide.........51, E7

Movie playback guide................................92

Voice memo playback guide

................................................................. 80, E50

Voice memo recording guide

................................................................. 80, E50

* A histogram is a graph showing the distribution of tones in the image. The horizontal axis

corresponds to pixel brightness, with dark tones to the left and bright tones to the right. The vertical axis shows the number of pixels.

14 Volume indicator..................80, 92, E50

15 D-Lighting icon.............................................80

16 Quick retouch icon......................................80

17 Filter effects icon..........................................80

18 Small picture icon........................................80

19 Skin softening icon...................................... 80

20 Sequence icon...............................................51

21 File number and type........................E84

22 Folder name............................................E84

23 File number and type........................E84

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

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

Exposure compensation value

......................................................................... 65, 68

27 ISO sensitivity..................................................37

Current image number/

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

29 Histogram*

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Switching Between Shooting Mode and Playback Mode

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

To switch between playback mode and shooting mode, press the c (playback) button.

• While using playback mode, you can also switch to shooting mode by pressing the shutter-release button or the b (e movie-record) button.

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• Rotate the mode dial and align an icon to the mark to select a shooting mode (A 24-25).

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Using the Rotary Multi Selector

Rotate the rotary multi selector, press the top (H), bottom (I), left (J), or right (K) edges of its surface, and the k button.

•

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

In Shooting Mode

Rotates to select an item*.

Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations

Displays n (self-timer)

(A 59) menu.

Applies the current

selection.

Displays p (macro mode) (A 64) menu.

* Items can also be selected by pressing up or down.

In Playback Mode

Selects the previous

image, moves the

displayed area when

the image is

magnified (A 31)1.

Previous or subsequent images can also be selected by rotating the rotary multi selector.

When displaying image thumbnails or when the image is magnified, this button switches the camera to full-frame display.

When Displaying Menus

Selects the item to the

left, returns to the

previous screen.

Applies the current

selection (next screen is

displayed).

Selects the item below*.

* Items can also be selected by rotating the rotary multi selector.

Displays m (flash mode) (A 56) menu.

Displays the creative slider (A 65). Displays o (exposure compensation) (A 68) guide.

Displays the histogram and shooting information (A 8), plays back movies (A 92)2.

Selects the next image, moves the displayed area when the image is magnified (A 31)1.

Selects the item above*.

Selects the item to the right, continues to the next screen (current selection is applied).

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Using Menus (the d Button)

If you press the d button while the shooting screen or playback screen is displayed, the menu for the current mode is displayed. Once the menu is displayed, you can change various settings.

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Image mode

White balance Metering

ISO sensitivity AF area mode

Autofocus mode

A tab:

Displays the settings that can be changed for the current shooting mode (A 24). Depending on the current shooting mode, the tab icon that is displayed will be different.

D tab:

Displays movie recording settings.

z tab:

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

C If Tabs Are Not Displayed

If you press the d button and the screen that allows you to change the image mode is displayed, press the rotary multi selector J to display the tabs.

Playback menu

TabsTabs

Quick retouch

D-Lighting Skin softening Filter eects

Print order Slide show Protect

c tab:

Displays the settings that can be changed for the playback mode (A 30).

z tab:

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

Image mode

4608×3456

4000×3000 3264×2448 2592×1944 2048×1536 1024×768

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In ca nd es ce nt Fl uo re sce nt

Cl ou dy

Da yl ig ht

Fl as h

Pr es et ma nu al

Switching Between Tabs

Shooting menu

Image mode

White balance Metering

ISO sensitivity AF area mode

Autofocus mode

Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations

Press the rotary multi selector J to highlight the tab.

Shooting menu

Image mode

White balance Metering

ISO sensitivity AF area mode

Autofocus mode

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

Selecting Menu Items

Shooting menu

Image mode

White balance

Metering

ISO sensitivity AF area mode

Autofocus mode

Press the rotary multi selector

or I to select an item, and

then press K or the k button. You can also select an item by rotating the rotary multi selector.

White balance

Auto Preset manual

Preset manual

Daylight

Incandescent

Fluorescent

Cloudy

Flash

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

k button.

C When the Menu Contains Two or More Pages

Set up

Welcome screen

Time zone and date Monitor settings

Print date Vibration reduction

Motion detection

AF assist

A guide indicating the page position is displayed.

Set up

Welcome screen

Time zone and date Monitor settings

Print date Vibration reduction

Motion detection

AF assist

The selected menu is displayed.

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

Attaching the Camera Strap

The Basics of Shooting and Playback

Preparation

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

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

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

Shooting

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

Setting the Display Language, Date, and Time (First Use After Purchase)

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

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

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

Playback

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

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

....22

The Basics of Shooting and Playback

Preparation 1 Insert the Battery

1 Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot

cover.

2 Insert the included EN-EL12

battery (rechargeable Li-ion

The Basics of Shooting and Playback

battery).

• Use the battery to push the orange battery latch up in the direction indicated by the arrow (1), and fully insert the battery (2).

• When the battery is inserted correctly, the battery latch will lock the battery in place.

B Inserting the Battery Correctly

Inserting the battery upside down or backwards could damage the camera. Be sure

to check that the battery is in the correct orientation.

3 Close the battery-chamber/memory card slot

cover.

• Charge the battery before the first use or when the battery is running low (A 16).

• While the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover is open, the camera cannot be turned on. Additionally, the battery inserted in the camera cannot be charged.

Battery latch

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