Nikon V1 User Manual

DIGITAL CAMERA

User's Manual

For Your Safety..............................................................................iii

Notices............................................................................................vi

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

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

Still Image Mode ............................................................... 8

Taking Photos in Still Image Mode ............................................ 8

Viewing Photographs .................................................................14

Smart Photo Selector Mode ............................................ 16

Taking Photos in Smart Photo Selector Mode .......................16

Viewing Photographs .................................................................19

Movie Mode .................................................................... 22

HD Movies.....................................................................................22

Slow Motion..................................................................................25

Viewing Movies............................................................................27

Motion Snapshot Mode................................................... 30

Shooting in Motion Snapshot Mode........................................30

Viewing Motion Snapshots........................................................33

More on Photography..................................................... 34

Self-Timer and Remote Control Modes ...................................34

Menu Guide..................................................................... 38

Technical Notes ............................................................... 43

Optional Accessories ..................................................................43

Storage and Cleaning .................................................................52

Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions ........................53

Troubleshooting..........................................................................58

Error Messages.............................................................................61

Specifications ...............................................................................63

Index ..............................................................................................72

Product Documentation

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The following documentation is supplied with the camera.

Unpack the camera.

Con rm that the package contains the following items:

BS-N1000 multi accessory port cover

BF-N1000 body cap

DIGITAL CAMERA

User's Manual

First Steps

Printed in China

SB1F01(11)

6MVA0911-01

Taking Photographs

Attach the camera strap.

Attach the strap securely to the camera eyelets.

Insert the battery and a memory card.

Check to be sure the battery and card are in the correct orientat

The orange battery latch locks the battery in place when the battery is fully inserted.

Rotate the mode dial to

Nikon 1 V1 Digital Camera with Support for Interchangeable Lenses

Quick Start Guide

This guide provides  rst-time users with information on setting up the Nikon 1 V1, taking photographs, and installing and using the supplied software. For information on taking and viewing photographs, see the User’s Manual. For a complete guide to using your digital camera, see the Reference Manual

Quick Start Guide—Describes how to set up your camera.

User’s Manual

(this manual)—Describes how

(on reference manual CD). Additional information on using the supplied software can be found using online help.

Digitutor

“Digitutor”, a series of “watch-and-learn” manuals in movie form, is available from the following website:

http://www.nikondigitutor.com/index_eng.html

Before You Begin

Nikon 1 V1 digital camera

to take and view pictures.

Reference Manual (on CD)—A complete guide to using your digital camera, included as a pdf file on the supplied Reference Manual CD-ROM.

The Reference Manual can be viewed using Adobe Reader or Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later, available for free download from the Adobe website.

1 Start the computer and insert the reference manual CD. 2 Double-click the CD (Nikon 1 V1) icon in Computer or My

Computer (Windows) or on the desktop (Mac OS).

3 Double-click the INDEX.pdf icon to display a language selec-

tion screen and click a language to display the Reference Man- ual.

Rear

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Symbols and Conventions

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

This icon marks cautions; information that should be read before

use to prevent damage to the camera.

This icon marks notes; information that should be read before

using the camera.

This icon marks references to other pages in this manual.

The lens generally used in this manual for illustrative purposes is a 1 NIKKOR VR 10–30 mm f/3.5–5.6.

Digitutor

“Digitutor”, a series of “watch and learn” manuals in movie form, is available from the following website:

http://www.nikondigitutor.com/index_eng.html

Life-Long Learning

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

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

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

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

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

A Fo r Your Safety

Before using the camera for the first time, read the safety instructions in “For Your Safety” (0 iii–v) and “Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions” (0 53).

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 produc t 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. To prevent possible injury, read all warn-

ings before using this Nikon product.

❚❚WARNINGS

Keep the sun out of the frame. Keep the

sun well out of the frame when shooting backlit subjects. Sunlight focused into the camera when the sun is in or close to the frame could cause a fire.

Do not look at the sun through the view-

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

Using the viewfinder diopter control:

When operating the viewfinder diopter control with your eye to the viewfinder, care should be taken not to put your finger in your eye accidentally.

Turn off immediately in the event of mal-

function. Should you notice smoke or an unusual smell coming from the equipment or AC adapter (available separately), unplug the AC adapter and remove the battery immediately, taking care to avoid bur ns. Continued operation could result in injury. After removing the battery, take the equipment to a Nikon-authorized service center for inspection.

Do not use in the presence of flammable

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

Do not disassemble. Touching the prod-

uct’s internal parts could result in injury. In the event of malfunction, the product should be repaired only by a qualified technician. Should the product break open as the result of a fall or other accident, remove the battery and/or AC adapter and then take the product to a Nikon-authorized service center for inspection.

Keep out of reach of children. Failure to

observe this precaution could result in injury. In addition, note that small parts constitute a chocking hazard. Should a child swallow any part of this equipment, consult a physician immediately.

Do not place the strap around the neck of

an infant or child. Fai lure to obs er ve this precaution could result in strangulation.

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Do not remain in contact with the camera

or charger for extended periods while the devices are on or in use. Parts of the

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

Do not aim the flash at the operator of a

motor vehicle. Failure to observe this precaution could result in accidents.

Observe caution when using a flash. Using

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

Avoid contact with liquid crystal. Should

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

Observe proper precautions when handling

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

• Use only batteries approved for use

in this equipment.

• Do not short or disassemble the

battery.

• Be sure the product is off before

replacing the battery. If you are using an AC adapter, be sure it is unplugged.

• Do not attempt to insert the batter y

upside down or backwards.

• 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 the battery with metal objects such as necklaces or hairpins.

• Batteries are prone to leakage when

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

• When the battery is not in use,

attach the terminal cover and store in a cool, dry place.

• The battery may be hot immedi-

ately after use or when the product has been used on battery power for an extended period. Before removing the battery turn the camera off and allow the battery to cool.

• Discontinue use immediately

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

Observe proper precautions when handling

the charger:

• Keep dry. Failure to observe this

precaution could result in fire or electric shock.

• Do not short the charger terminals.

Failure to observe this precaution could result in overheating and damage to the charger.

• Dust on or near the metal parts of

the plug should be removed with a dry cloth. Continued use could result in fire.

• Do not handle the power cable or

go near the charger during thunderstorms. Failure to observe this precaution could result in electric shock.

• Do not damage, modify, or forcibly

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

• Do not handle the plug or charger

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.

Use appropriate cables. When connect-

ing 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.

CD-ROMs: CD-ROMs containing soft-

ware or manuals should not be played back on audio CD equipment. Playing CD-ROMs on an audio CD player could cause hearing loss or damage the equipment.

Notices

• 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.

Notice for Customers in Canada

CAUTION

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

Notice for Customers in Europe

CAUTION: RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.

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

The following apply only to users in European countries:

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

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

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

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

ATTENTION

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

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.

Notice for Customers in the U.S. A.

Power Cabl e At voltages over AC 125 V (U.S.A. only): The power cable must be rated for the volt-

age in use, be at least AWG no. 18 gauge, and have SVG insulation or better with a NEMA 6P-15 plug rated for AC 250 V 15 A.

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequenc y 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 be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Nikon Corporation may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Interface Cables

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

Notice for Customers in the State of California

WARNIN G: Handling the cord on this product may expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

Nikon Inc., 1300 Walt Whitman Road, Melville, New York 11747-3064, U.S. A. Tel.: 631-547-4200

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Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction

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

• Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced

Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, securities, government bonds, or local government bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are stamped “Sample.”

The copying or reproduction of paper money, coins, or securities which are circulated in a foreign country is prohibited.

Unless the prior permission of the government has been obtained, the copying or reproduction of unused postage stamps or post cards issued by the government is prohibited.

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

Disposing of Data Storage Devices

Please note that deleting images or formatting memory cards or other data storage devices 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). Care should be taken to avoid injury when physically destroying data storage devices.

• Cautions on certain copies and reproduc-

tions

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 us e by a company. Also, do not copy or reproduce passports issued by the government, licenses issued by public agencies and private groups, ID cards, and tickets, such as passes and meal coupons.

• Comply with copyright notices

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

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AVC Patent Portfolio License

THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL

AND NON-COMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER TO (I) ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE

AVC STANDARD (“AVC VIDEO”) AND/OR (II) DECODE AVC VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED

A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS

BY OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED TO PROVIDE AVC VIDEO. NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IM PLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, L.L. C. SEE http://www.mpegla.com

Temperature Warnings

The camera may become warm to the touch during use; this is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. At high ambient temperatures, after extended periods of continuous use, or after several photographs have been taken in quick succession, a temperature warning may be displayed, following which the camera will turn off automatically to minimize damage to its internal circuits. Wait for the camera to cool before resuming use.

Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories

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

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

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

Use Only Nikon Brand Accessories

Only Nikon brand accessories certified by Nikon specifically for use with your Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven to operate within its operational and safety requirements. T

ACCESSORIES RANTY.

COULD DAMAGE YOUR CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR NIKON WAR-

HE USE OF NON-NIKON

Introduction

Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon digital camera that supports interchangeable lenses. For a complete guide to using your digital camera, see the Reference Manual (on CD). To get the most from your camera, please be sure to read both the Quick Start Guide and User’s Manual thoroughly and keep them where they will be read by all who use the product.

Camera Settings

The explanations in this manual assume that default settings are used.

Servicing the Camera and Accessories

The camera is a precision device and requires regular servicing. Nikon recommends that the camera be inspected by the original retailer or a Nikon-authorized service representative once every one to two years, and that it be serviced once every three to five years (note that fees apply to these services). Frequent inspection and servicing are particularly recommended if the camera is used professionally. Any accessories regularly used with the camera, such as lenses or optional flash units, should be included when the camera is inspected or serviced.

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.

Parts of the Camera

Take a few moments to familiarize yourself with camera controls and displays. You may find it helpful to bookmark this section and refer to it as you read through the rest of the manual.

The Camera Body

8 9

1 Mounting mark 2 AF-assist illuminator

Self-timer lamp ...................................35

Red-eye reduction lamp

3 Shutter-release button..10, 17, 24, 31

4 Movie -record button............13, 23, 26

5 Speaker ................................................. 27

6 Power switch.......................................... 5

7 Power lamp ............................................ 5

8 Microphone

9 Infrared receiver (front).............. 35, 59

10 Focal plane mark (E)

11 Eyelet for camera strap 12 Connector cover 13 Lens release button 14 Lens mount 15 Body cap 16 Multi accessory port cover 17 Multi accessory port 18 Connector for

external microphone........................ 45

19 HDMI mini-pin connector 20 USB and A/V connector

1 2 3

The Camera Body (Continued)

z Motion Snapshot mode (0 30) y Smart Photo Selector mode (0 16)

C Still image mode (0 8)

1 Movie mode (0 22)

4 5

7 8 9

10 11

Press the multi selector up, down, left, or right (1,3, 4, or

2), or rotate it as shown at right.

1 Eye sensor ............................................... 7

2 Electronic viewfinder........................... 7

3 Diopter adjustment control ............... 7

4 & (feature) button ................13, 24, 32

5 W (playback zoom/

thumbnail) control............................ 14

6 Mode dial

7 K (playback) button ............14, 19, 33

8 Multi selector.......................................39

J (OK) button.....................................39

A (AE-L/AF-L) E (exposure compensation)

% (focus mode)

E (self-timer)....................................... 34

J button

9 O (delete) button............ 15, 20, 28, 33

10 Infrared receiver (rear)................ 35, 59

11 Power connector cover

for optional power connector

12 Battery-chamber/

memory card slot cover latch

13 Battery-chamber/

memory card slot cover

14 Tripod socket

15 Memory card access lamp................ 10

16 G (menu) button ........................ 38

17 $ (display) button ......................... 6

18 Monitor ............................................... 4, 6

The Monitor

421 3 5 6 7 8 9

24 23 22 21 20

19 18 17 16

10 11 12

13 14 15

1 Shooting mode ..................................... 3

2 Exposure mode ................................... 40

3 Flexible program indicator

4 Self-timer/remote control mode .... 34

Electronic (Hi)*....................................13

Continuous mode*............................. 40

5 Active D-Lighting*............................. 41

6 Picture Control*..................................41

7 White balance*...................................41

8 Movie settings (HD movies)*...........41

Frame rate

(slow motion movies)*....................40

9 Image size*..........................................40

10 Image quality*....................................40

11 Focus mode

12 AF-area mode*....................................41

13 Flash compensation........................... 41

14 Flash mode ...........................................41

15 Flash-ready indicator

16 Batter y indicator*................................. 5

17 Sound settings*..................................42

18 GPS connection indicator

* Available only in detailed display (0 6).

33 282931 3032 26

19 Exposure compensation

20 Focus area ............................................. 10

21 Face-priority AF*................................ 11

22 Microphone sensitivity*................... 41

23 Time elapsed................................. 23, 26

24 Recording indicator..................... 23, 26

25 ISO sensitivity indicator..................... 41

Auto ISO sensitivity indicator

26 “K” (appears when memory remains

for over 1,000 exposures)

27 Number of exposures remaining...... 5

Number of shots remaining

before memory buffer fills White balance recording indicator Card warning indicator

28 Time available............................... 23, 26

29 ISO sensitivity ...................................... 41

30 Autoexposure (AE) lock indicator 31 Aperture 32 Shutter speed

33 Metering ...............................................41

Turnin g the Camera O n

Press the power switch to turn the camera on. The power lamp will briefly light green and the monitor will turn on.

Turn ing th e Cam era Of f

To turn the camera off, press the power switch again. The monitor will turn off.

• Check the battery level and number of exposures remaining in the monitor.

Battery level Exposures

remaining

❚❚ Battery Level

Display Description

NO ICON

Cannot take pictures. Insert fully-charged battery.

Battery fully charged or partially discharged; level shown by L or K icon in detailed display (0 6). Low battery. Ready fully-charged battery or prepare to charge battery.

Battery exhausted; shutter-release disabled. Insert charged battery.

❚❚ Number of Exposures Remaining

The monitor shows the number of pictures that can be stored on the memory card at current settings.

Formatting Memory Cards

If this is the first time the memory card will be used in the camera or if the card has been formatted in another device, select Format memory card in the setup menu and follow the on-screen instructions to format the card (0 42). Note that this permanently deletes any data the card may contain. Be sure to copy any photographs and other data you wish to keep to a computer before proceeding.

The $ (Display) Button

Press $ to cycle through shooting and playback indicators as shown below.

❚❚ Shooting ❚❚ Playback

$ button

Simplified display

Detailed display

Monitor off

(viewfinder is not

affected; 0 7)

Simple photo info

Detailed photo info

Image only

The Electronic Viewfinder

Use the viewfinder when bright ambient lighting conditions make it difficult to see the display in the monitor. The viewfinder display turns on when you put your eye to the viewfinder and is identical to that shown on page 4; the monitor turns off automatically. Note that the monitor may turn off and the viewfinder turn on if you place your finger or other objects near the eye sensor; avoid covering the sensor when using the monitor.

To focus the display, use the diopter adjustment control. When operating the control with your eye to the viewfinder, be careful not to put your finger or fingernails in your eye.

Eye sensor

Still Image Mode

Still image mode is the mode generally used for taking photos.

Taking Photos in Still Image Mode

Select still image mode.

Rotate the mode dial to C.

Automatic Scene Selection (h Scene auto selector)

At default settings, the camera will automatically analyze the subject and select the appropriate scene. The selected scene is shown in the monitor.

c Port rait: Human portrait subjects. d Landscape: Landscapes and cityscapes. f Night portrait: Portrait subjects framed against dark backgrounds. e Close up: Subjects close to the camera.

Auto: Subjects suited to Z mode or that do not fall into the

categories listed above.

Mode dial

Scene icon

Ready the camera.

Remove the lens cap and hold the camera securely with both hands, being careful not to obstruct the lens, AF-assist illuminator, or microphone. Rotate the camera as shown at lower right when taking pictures in “tall” (portrait) orientation.

Shutter speeds slow when lighting is poor; use of an optional flash unit (0 44) or a tripod is recommended.

Frame the photograph.

Position your subject in the center of the frame.

Focus.

Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus. If the subject is poorly lit, the AF-assist illuminator (0 2) may light to assist the focus operation.

If the camera is able to focus, the selected focus area will be highlighted in green and a beep will sound (a beep may not sound if the subject is moving).

If the camera is unable to focus, the focus area will be displayed in red.

While the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the display will show the number of exposures that can be stored in the memory buffer (“r”).

Shoot.

Smoothly press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to release the shutter and record the photograph. The access lamp will light and the photograph will be displayed in the monitor for a few seconds (the photo will automatically clear from the display when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway).

Do not eject the memory card or remove or disconnect the power source until the lamp has gone out and recording is complete.

Focus area

Buffer capacity

Access lamp

Face -Priori ty AF

The camera detects and focuses on portrait subjects (face-priority AF). A double yellow border will be displayed if a portrait subject is detected facing the camera (if multiple faces, up to a maximum of five, are detected, the camera will select the closest subject). Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus on the subject in the double yellow border. The border will clear from the display if the camera can no longer detect the subject (because, for example, the subject has looked away).

Exposure Mode

To make adjustments to shutter speed, aperture, or other settings, select P Programmed auto, S Shutter-priority auto, A Aperture-pri- ority auto, or M Manual for Exposure mode in the shooting menu (0 40).

Lenses with Retractable Lens Barrel Buttons

Lenses with retractable lens barrel buttons can not be used when retracted. To unlock and extend the lens, keep the retractable lens barrel button pressed (q) while rotating the zoom ring (w). The lens can be retracted and the zoom ring locked by pressing the retractable lens barrel button and rotating the ring in the opposite direction. Retract the lens before removal, and be careful not to press the retractable lens barrel button while attaching or removing the lens.

Using a Zoom Lens

Use the zoom ring to zoom in on the subject so that it fills a larger area of the frame, or zoom out to increase the area visible in the final photograph (select longer focal lengths on the lens focal length scale to zoom in, shorter focal lengths to zoom out).

Zoom in

Zoom ring

Auto Power Off

If no operations are performed for about thirty seconds, the displays will turn off and the power lamp (0 5) start to blink. The camera can be reactivated by operating the buttons, mode dial, or other camera controls. If no operations are performed for about three minutes after the displays have turned off, the camera will turn off automatically.

Flicker

You may notice flicker or banding in the displays or in movies when shooting under certain types of lighting, such as fluorescent or mercury-vapor lamps. This can be reduced by choosing a Flicker reduc- tion option that matches the frequency of the local AC power supply (0 42).

Viewing Photographs

Press K to display your most recent photograph full frame in the monitor (fullframe playback).

Press 4 or 2 or rotate the multi selector to view additional pictures.

To zoom in on the center of the current image, press the W control up. Press W down to zoom out. To view multiple images, press W down when the picture is displayed full frame.

K button

W control

To end playback and return to shooting mode, press the shutterrelease button halfway.

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