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Introduction First Steps G Basic Photography and Playback: Easy Auto Mode A Shooting in the Auto Mode C Shooting Suited for the Scene F Taking Pictures of Smiling Faces (Smart Portrait Mode) c More on Playback D Movies Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers d Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus Technical Notes i
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.
For Your Safety Observe caution when handling batteries Batteries may leak or explode if improperly handled. Observe the following precautions when handling batteries for use in this product: • Before replacing the batteries, turn the product off. If you are using an AC adapter, be sure it is unplugged. • Use only the batteries approved for use in this product (A 14). Do not combine old and new batteries or batteries of different makes or types.
For Your Safety • Do not use with travel converters or adapters designed to convert from one voltage to another or with DC-to-AC inverters. Failure to observe this precaution could damage the product or result in overheating or fire. Use appropriate cables When connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for the purpose, to maintain compliance with product regulations.
Notices Notice for Customers in the U.S.A. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Notices 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. Symbol for Separate Collection in European Countries This symbol indicates that this product is to be collected separately. The following apply only to users in European countries: • This product is designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point. Do not dispose of as household waste.
Table of Contents For Your Safety........................................................................................................................................ ii WARNINGS.................................................................................................................................................................. ii Notices .......................................................................................................................................................
Table of Contents A Auto Mode..................................................................................................................................... 29 Shooting in the Auto Mode..............................................................................................................29 Using the Flash......................................................................................................................................30 Taking Pictures with the Self-timer ....................
Table of Contents Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers ............................................................ 58 Connecting to a TV..............................................................................................................................58 Connecting to a Computer...............................................................................................................59 Before Connecting the Camera...................................................................
Table of Contents Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu..........................................................................................85 Displaying the Setup Menu...........................................................................................................................86 a Menus .................................................................................................................................................................87 c Welcome Screen............................
Introduction About This Manual Symbols and Conventions To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and conventions are used: B This icon marks cautions, information that should be read before use, to prevent damage to the camera. D This icon marks tips, additional information that may be helpful when using the camera. C This icon marks notes, information that should be read before using the camera.
Information and Precautions Life-Long Learning Introduction As part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product support and education, continually updated information is available online at the following sites: • For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/ • For users in Europe and Africa: http://www.europe-nikon.com/support/ • For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http://www.nikon-asia.
Information and Precautions Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction Introduction 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”.
Parts of the Camera The Camera Body COOLPIX L22 Front View Introduction 1 2 3 4 Lens cover closed 5 6 10 9 4 8 11 7 1 Shutter-release button ............................ 24 5 Built-in flash ....................................................30 6 Lens ........................................................ 114, 124 7 Speaker ..............................................................57 2 Zoom control ................................................. 23 f : wide .......................
Parts of the Camera COOLPIX L22 Rear View 2 3 4 10 6 7 8 9 5 11 12 13 14 1 Monitor .................................................................8 2 d button .....................12, 56, 73, 81, 86 3 k (apply selection) button ..................11 4 A (shooting mode) button ................. 10 11 Pin cover ........................................... 58, 60, 65 5 Flash lamp .......................................................31 12 6 c (playback) button .......................
Parts of the Camera COOLPIX L21 Front View Introduction 1 2 3 4 Lens cover closed 5 6 10 9 6 8 7 1 Shutter-release button ............................ 24 5 Built-in flash ....................................................30 6 Lens ........................................................ 114, 124 7 Built-in microphone ...................................55 2 Zoom control ................................................. 23 f : wide ..................................................
Parts of the Camera COOLPIX L21 Rear View 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Introduction 10 11 12 13 14 15 1 Monitor .................................................................8 2 d button .....................12, 56, 73, 81, 86 3 k (apply selection) button ..................11 4 A (shooting mode) button ................. 10 5 Flash lamp .......................................................31 12 Pin cover ........................................... 58, 60, 65 6 c (playback) button ............
Parts of the Camera The Monitor Introduction The following indicators may appear in the monitor during shooting and playback (actual display varies with current camera settings). The indicators and photo info displayed during shooting and playback will turn off after a few seconds (A 92). Shooting 4 5 26 25 10 1 6 2 3 7 9 24 12 13 14 23 22 21 +1.0 1/125 F3.1 20 19 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 8 8 10 11 Shooting mode*1 .........20, 29, 35, 46, 55 Macro mode ..............................
Parts of the Camera 1 11 14 13 2 3 Introduction Playback 4 15/05/2010 12:00 9999.JPG 12 10 999 999 9 1 Date of recording ....................................... 16 8 5 6 7 999 999 a 9999 9999 1m 00s b 1m 00s 8 Internal memory indicator .................... 26 2 Time of recording ....................................... 16 9 Movie playback indicator ...................... 57 3 Volume .............................................................. 57 10 Print-order icon .....................
Basic Operations A (shooting mode) button Introduction • When A is pressed in playback mode, the camera enters shooting mode. • When A is pressed in shooting mode, the shooting-mode selection menu is displayed, which allows you to change the shooting mode. Shooting-mode Selection Menu The multi selector (A 11) can be used to select one of the following shooting modes.
Basic Operations The Multi Selector For Shooting Display m (flash mode) menu (A 30)/select the item above. Display n (self-timer) menu (A 32). Display o (exposure compensation) guide (A 34). Introduction This section describes standard uses of the multi selector to select modes, select menu options and to apply selection. Operate the multi selector by pressing it up, down, left, right, and by pressing k. Flash mode Apply selection. Display p (macro mode) menu (A 33)/select the item below.
Basic Operations d button Introduction Press d to display the menu for the selected mode. • Use the multi selector to apply settings (A 11). • Select a tab on the left side of the monitor to display the corresponding menu. • To exit the menu display, press d again. Upper tab: Menus available for the current mode are displayed. Lower tab: Display the setup menu. Shooting menu Image mode White balance Continuous Color options Exit Displayed when the menu contains two or more pages.
Basic Operations Help Displays COOLPIX L22 COOLPIX L21 Continuous Choose single frame, continuous mode, BSS (camera chooses sharpest shot in series), or multi-shot 16. Exit Introduction Rotate the zoom control to g (j) when M/j is displayed at the lower right of the menu screen to view a description of the currently selected option. To return to the original menu, rotate the zoom control to g (j) again. Back About the Shutter-release Button The camera features a two-stage shutter-release button.
First Steps Inserting the Batteries 1 Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. 3 • Before opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover, hold the camera upside down to prevent the batteries from falling out. First Steps 1 2 2 Inserting the Batteries. • Confirm that the positive (+) and negative (–) terminals are oriented correctly as described on the label at the entrance of the battery chamber, and insert the batteries. 3 Close the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.
Inserting the Batteries B Removing the Batteries Confirm the power-on lamp and the monitor are off and open the battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover. B Additional Precautions Regarding Batteries Batteries with peeling B Batteries with insulation that does not cover the area around the negative terminal. First Steps • Read and follow the warnings and cautions (A iii, 113).
Setting Display Language, Date and Time A language-selection dialog is displayed the first time the camera is turned on. 1 Press the power switch to turn on the camera. The power-on lamp (green) will light for a moment and the monitor will turn on. First Steps 2 COOLPIX L22 COOLPIX L21 Use the multi selector to choose the desired language and press k. For information on using the multi selector, see “The Multi Selector” (A 11). 3 Choose Yes and press k.
Setting Display Language, Date and Time 5 Change the date and time. • Press H or I to edit the highlighted item. • Press K to move the cursor in the following order. D -> M -> Y -> Hour -> Minute -> D M Y • Press J to return to the previous item. Date D M 01 01 00 Y 2010 00 6 Choose the order in which the day, month and year are displayed and press k or K. • The settings are applied. Date D M Y 15 05 2010 15 First Steps Edit 10 Edit 7 Press A to exit the screen.
Inserting Memory Cards First Steps Images are saved in the camera’s internal memory (approximately 19 MB) or on removable Secure Digital (SD) memory cards (available separately) (A 110). If a memory card is inserted in the camera, pictures are automatically stored on the memory card and pictures recorded to the memory card can be played back, deleted or transferred. Remove the memory card to store pictures in the internal memory, or play back, delete or transfer pictures from the internal memory.
Inserting Memory Cards Removing Memory Cards B 1 2 Formatting Memory Cards First Steps Before removing memory cards, turn the camera off and confirm that the power-on lamp and the monitor are off. Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover and press the card in (1) to partially eject the card. Remove the card (2), being careful not to bend it. Card is not formatted. If the message shown on the right is displayed, the memory card Format card? must be formatted before use.
Basic Photography and Playback: Easy Auto Mode Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select G (Easy Auto) Mode In G (easy auto) mode, the camera automatically determines an appropriate shooting mode when you frame a picture, allowing you to easily take pictures using a shooting mode that suits the scene (A 28). 1 Press the power switch to turn on the camera. The power-on lamp (green) will light COOLPIX L22 for a moment and the monitor will turn on. The lens will extend at this time.
Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select G (Easy Auto) Mode Indicators Displayed in G (Easy auto) Mode Shooting mode When using easy auto mode, U, e, f, g, h, i, or j is displayed to indicate the shooting mode selected by the camera for the current subject and framing. Motion detection indicator Reduce the blurring caused by subject or camera shake. Internal memory indicator Pictures will be recorded to internal memory (approximately 19 MB).
Step 2 Frame a Picture 1 Ready the camera. Hold the camera steadily in both hands, keeping your fingers and other objects away from the lens, flash, selftimer lamp and microphone. When taking pictures in “tall” orientation, turn the camera so that the built-in flash is above the lens. Basic Photography and Playback: Easy Auto Mode 22 2 Frame the picture. B Easy auto mode Shooting mode icon • When the camera determines the scene mode, the shooting mode icon will change (A 28).
Step 2 Frame a Picture Using the Zoom Digital Zoom When the camera is zoomed in to the maximum optical zoom position, rotating and holding the zoom control at g triggers digital zoom. Digital zoom can magnify the subject up to about 4× beyond the magnification of the optical zoom. The focus area is not displayed when digital zoom is in effect, and focus will be in the center of the screen. Maximum magnification of optical zoom.
Step 3 Focus and Shoot 1 Press the shutter-release button halfway. • Press halfway (A 13) to focus. When the subject is in focus, the focus area will glow green. When a face is detected: Basic Photography and Playback: Easy Auto Mode 1/125 F3.1 When no faces are detected: 1 / 1 2 5 F3.1 Shutter Aperture Speed Focus indicator • When using the digital zoom, the camera focuses on the center of the frame, but the focus area is not displayed.
Step 3 Focus and Shoot B During Recording While pictures are being recorded, the number of exposures remaining display will blink. Do not open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. Removing the battery or the memory card while data is being saved may result in loss of data or in damage to the saved data, camera or card. B Autofocus performance C Notes about Face Detection See “Notes about Face Detection” (A 28) for more information.
Step 4 Viewing and Deleting Pictures Viewing Pictures (Playback Mode) Press c (playback). The last picture taken will be displayed in full-frame playback mode. A (shooting mode) button c (playback) Use the multi selector H, I, J or K to view additional pictures. Hold down the multi selector H, I, J, or K to scan quickly through pictures. Basic Photography and Playback: Easy Auto Mode Pictures may be displayed briefly at low resolution while being read from the memory card or internal memory.
Step 4 Viewing and Deleting Pictures C Playback Mode The following options are available in full-frame playback mode. Option Playback zoom View thumbnails C Description g (i) The picture can be enlarged up to about 10×. Press k to return to full-frame playback. 50 f (h) Rotate the zoom control to f to display 4, 9 or 16 picture thumbnails. While viewing 16 picture thumbnails, rotate the zoom control to f (h) to switch to calendar display. 48, 49 Press A.
Easy auto mode Automatic Scene Selection Basic Photography and Playback: Easy Auto Mode 28 The camera automatically selects one of the following scenes when you point the camera at a subject. • U Auto mode (general use) • e Portrait (A 36) • f Landscape (A 36) • h Night portrait (A 37) • g Night landscape (A 39) • i Close-up (A 40) • j Backlight (A 41) Notes about Face Detection • Depending on shooting conditions, such as whether or not the subject is facing the camera, faces may not be detected.
Auto Mode Shooting in the Auto Mode In A (auto) mode, macro mode (A 33) and exposure compensation (A 34) can be applied and pictures can be taken using the flash mode (A 30) and self-timer (A 32). Pressing the d button in A (auto) mode allows you to set the items in the shooting menu (A 72) according to shooting conditions. 1 Press A to display the shooting-mode selection menu. • The shooting-mode selection menu will be displayed. 2 • The camera enters A (auto) mode.
Using the Flash The flash mode allows you to specify the settings according to shooting conditions. • For L22, the flash has a range of approx. 0.5-7.0 m (1 ft. 8 in.-23 ft.) when the camera is zoomed out all the way, and 0.5-3.0 m (1 ft. 8 in.-9 ft. 10 in.) when the maximum optical zoom is applied. For L21, the flash has a range of approx. 0.55.5 m (1 ft. 8 in.-18 ft.) when the camera is zoomed out all the way, and 0.5-2.5 m (1 ft. 8 in.-8 ft.) when the maximum optical zoom is applied.
Using the Flash B Shooting When Lighting Is Poor and the Flash Is Disabled (W) • Use of a tripod is recommended to stabilize the camera during shooting and avoid the effects of camera shake. • The E is displayed when the camera automatically increases sensitivity to minimize blur caused by slow shutter speed. Pictures taken when E is displayed may be slightly mottled. B Note on Using the Flash When using the flash, reflections from dust particles in the air may appear as bright spots in pictures.
Taking Pictures with the Self-timer When using the self-timer, pictures are taken 10 seconds after the shutter-release button is pressed. When using the self-timer, use of a tripod is recommended. 1 Press n (self-timer) on the multi selector. The self-timer menu is displayed. 2 Press the multi selector H or I to select ON and press k. The self-timer icon (n 10) is displayed. Auto Mode If a setting is not applied by pressing k within a few seconds, the selection will be cancelled.
Macro Mode Macro mode is used for taking pictures of objects as close as 5 cm (2 in.). Note that the flash may be unable to light entire subject at distances of less than 50 cm (1 ft. 8 in.). When using G (easy auto) mode (A 20), the macro mode button cannot be used to activate macro mode. 1 Press p (macro mode) on the multi selector. • The macro menu is displayed. Press the multi selector H or I to select ON and press k. Auto Mode 2 The macro mode icon (F) is displayed.
Exposure Compensation Exposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera to make pictures brighter or darker. 1 Press o (exposure compensation) on the multi selector. • The exposure compensation guide is displayed. 2 Press the multi selector H or I to select the desired setting and press k. Auto Mode • To make the subject brighter, adjust the exposure compensation to the “+” side. • To make the subject darker, adjust the exposure compensation to the “-” side.
Shooting Suited for the Scene Using the Scene Mode Camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected subject type. The following scene modes are available.
Using the Scene Mode Features The following icons are used for descriptions in this section: X = flash mode (A 30), n = self-timer (A 32), p = macro mode (A 33), o = exposure compensation (A 34). b Portrait Use this mode for taking portraits in which the main subject stands out clearly. • If the camera detects a face, it focuses on the face. See “Face Detection” (A 24) for more information. • If more than one face is recognized, the camera focuses on the face closest to the camera.
Using the Scene Mode d Sports Use this mode for dynamic action shots that freeze the action in a single shot and record motion in a series of pictures. • The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame. The camera focuses continuously until the shutterrelease button is pressed halfway to lock the focus. • While the shutter-release button is held down, the L22 shoots up to 5 frames at 0.
Using the Scene Mode f Party/indoor Captures the effects of candlelight and other indoor background lighting. • Camera focuses on subject in center of frame. • As pictures are easily affected by camera shake, hold the camera steadily. In a dark place, the use of a tripod is recommended. m *1 *2 V*1 n Off*2 p Off o 0.0*2 The flash may change to slow sync with red-eye reduction. Other settings can be selected. Other settings can be selected.
Using the Scene Mode O i Dusk/dawn Preserves the colors seen in the weak natural light before sunrise or after sunset. • Camera focuses at infinity. The focus area or focus indicator (A 8) always glows green when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. Note, however, that objects in the foreground may not always be in focus. • The AF-assist illuminator (A 97) does not light. m W n Off* p Off o 0.0* o 0.0* * Other settings can be selected.
Using the Scene Mode k Close-up Photograph flowers, insects and other small objects at close range. • Macro mode (A 33) will turn ON and the zoom will move to a position that allows macro shooting. • The camera can focus on objects as close as about 5 cm (2 in.) at the widest zoom position, and as close as about 7 cm (2.8 in.) at the position where G is displayed. • Camera focuses on subject in center of frame. Use focus lock to frame the picture on an object not in the center of the frame (A 29).
Using the Scene Mode O m Fireworks show Slow shutter speeds are used to capture the expanding burst of light from fireworks. • Camera focuses at infinity. When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the focus indicator (A 8) always glows green. Note, however, that objects in the foreground may not always be in focus. • The AF-assist illuminator (A 97) does not light. m W n Off p Off o 0.0 o 0.0* o 0.0* n Copy m W* n Off* p Off* * Other settings can be selected.
Using the Scene Mode p Panorama assist Use when taking a series of pictures that will later be joined to form a single panorama using the supplied Panorama Maker software. See Taking Pictures for a Panorama (A 44) for details. m W* n * Other settings can be selected. Shooting Suited for the Scene 42 Off* p Off* o 0.
Using the Scene Mode Taking Pictures for Food Mode Use this mode when taking pictures of food. 1 Press A in shooting mode to display the shooting-mode selection menu and use the multi selector to select u Food (A 35). • The macro mode (A 33) will turn ON and the zoom will automatically move to the closest possible shooting position. 2 Food Press the multi selector H or I to adjust the color if necessary. 3 Frame the picture. • The camera can focus on objects as close as about 5 cm (2 in.
Using the Scene Mode Taking Pictures for a Panorama The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame. Use a tripod for best results. 1 Press A in shooting mode to display the shooting-mode selection menu and use the multi selector to select p Panorama assist (A 35). The panorama direction icon (I) is displayed to show the direction in which pictures will be joined. 2 Panorama assist Use the multi selector to choose the direction and press k.
Using the Scene Mode 5 Press k when shooting is completed. • The camera returns to step 2. End Panorama Assist Set flash mode, self-timer, macro mode and exposure compensation before taking the first picture. They cannot be changed after the first picture is taken. Pictures cannot be deleted, nor can zoom or Image mode setting (A 74) be adjusted after the first picture is taken. The panorama series is terminated if the camera enters standby mode with the auto off function (A 99) during shooting.
Taking Pictures of Smiling Faces (Smart Portrait Mode) Using Smart Portrait Mode The camera detects a smiling face to shoot the face automatically. 1 2 Taking Pictures of Smiling Faces (Smart Portrait Mode) 46 Press A in shooting mode to display the shooting-mode selection menu and use the multi selector H and I to select F, then press k. Smart portrait Frame the picture. • Point the camera at the subject.
Using Smart Portrait Mode B Face Detection and Smiling Face Detection features If the camera is pointed at a person’s face while the camera is in smart portrait mode, the face is automatically detected, and the smile of the detected face can also be detected. • In some shooting conditions, face recognition does not work and faces cannot be detected. • See “Face Detection” (A 24) for more information about face detection.
More on Playback Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback Rotate the zoom control to f (h) in full-frame playback mode (A 26) to display pictures in “contact sheets” of thumbnail images. The following operations can be performed while thumbnails are displayed. To Use 9 A Description Choose pictures Press the multi selector H, I, J or K.
Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback Calendar Display Rotate the zoom control to f (h) when the pictures are displayed in 16-thumbnail (A 48) in playback mode to switch to calendar display. You can select images to view based on the day they were taken. Days containing pictures have a yellow line under them. 6 The following operations are available in calendar display. To Use Description A Press the multi selector H, I, J or K.
Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom Rotating the zoom control to g (i) during full-frame playback mode (A 26) zooms the current image, with the center of the picture displayed in the monitor. • The guide displayed in the right bottom in the monitor will show which part of the image is currently displayed. × 3.0 The following operations can be performed while pictures are zoomed in.
Editing Pictures The editing features described below are available. Use the camera to edit pictures in-camera and store them as separate files (A 111). Editing function D-Lighting (A 52) Small picture (A 53) Crop (A 54) B Description Create a copy of the current picture with enhanced brightness and contrast, brightening dark portions of the picture. Create a small copy of pictures suitable for use on web pages or as e-mail attachments.
Editing Pictures Enhancing Brightness and Contrast: D-Lighting Create a copy of the current image with enhanced brightness and contrast, brightening dark portions of the picture. Enhanced copies are saved as separate files. 1 Select the desired picture from full-frame (A 26) or thumbnail (A 48) playback mode and press d. The playback menu will be shown. 2 Use the multi selector to choose I D-Lighting and press k.
Editing Pictures Resizing Pictures: Small Picture Create a small copy of the current picture. Suitable for uploading to web sites or sending by e-mail. The following sizes are available: l 640×480, m 320×240, and n 160×120. Small copies are saved as JPEG files with a compression ratio of 1:16. 1 Select the desired picture from full-frame (A 26) or thumbnail (A 48) playback mode and press d. The playback menu will be shown. 2 Use the multi selector to choose g Small picture and press k.
Editing Pictures Creating a Cropped Copy: Crop This function is only available when u is displayed in the monitor with playback zoom (A 50) enabled. Cropped copies are saved as separate files. 1 Rotate the zoom control to g (i) in full-frame playback mode to zoom in on the image. • To crop a picture displayed in “tall” COOLPIX L22 COOLPIX L21 (portrait) orientation, zoom in on the picture until the black bars displayed on the both sides of the monitor disappear.
Movies Recording Movies To shoot movies with sound recorded via the built-in microphone, select shooting mode and follow the steps below. 1 Press A in shooting mode to display the shooting-mode selection menu and use the multi selector H and I to select D, then press k. Movie The maximum length of the movie that can be recorded is displayed in the monitor (A 56).
The Movie Menu Movie options setting can be changed from the movie menu. Displaying the Movie Menu Press A in shooting mode to display the shooting-mode selection menu and set the shooting menu to D (movie) mode (A 55). Press d to display the movie menu. Movie options TV movie 640 Small size 320 10s Exit • Use the multi selector to choose and apply settings (A 11). • To exit the menu, press d. D Selecting Movie Options Movies The movie menu offers the options shown below.
Movie Playback In full-frame playback mode (A 26), movies are recognized by the Movie options icon (A 56). To play a movie, display it in full-frame playback mode and press k. 15/05/2010 15:30 0010.AVI 10s Use the zoom control g/f to adjust playback volume. Playback controls appear at the top of the monitor. Press the multi selector J or K to choose a control, then press k to perform the selected operation. The following operations are available.
Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers Connecting to a TV Connect the camera to a television using an optional audio video cable (AV cable) (A 110) to play back pictures on a television. Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers 1 Turn off the camera. 2 Connect the camera to the TV using the supplied audio video cable. COOLPIX L22 COOLPIX L21 Connect the yellow plug to the video-in jack on the TV, and the white plug to the audioin jack.
Connecting to a Computer Use the supplied USB cable to connect the camera to a computer, and copy (transfer) pictures to a computer with the supplied Nikon Transfer software.
Connecting to a Computer Transferring Pictures from a Camera to a Computer 1 2 3 Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers 4 Be sure that the camera is off. Connect the camera to the computer using the supplied USB cable. Turn on the camera. COOLPIX L22 COOLPIX L21 The power-on lamp will light. The camera monitor will remain off. B 60 Start the computer to which Nikon Transfer was installed. Connecting the USB Cable • Be sure that connectors are properly oriented.
Connecting to a Computer 5 Start Nikon Transfer installed on the computer. • Windows 7 When the Devices and Printers K L22/L21 screen is displayed, click Change program under Import pictures and videos. Select Copy pictures to a folder on my computer in the Change program dialog and click OK. Double-click Copy pictures to a folder on my computer on the Devices and Printers K L22/L21 screen.
Connecting to a Computer At the Nikon Transfer default settings, ViewNX starts automatically when transfer is complete and transferred pictures can be viewed. Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers For more information on using Nikon Transfer or ViewNX, refer to help information contained in Nikon Transfer or ViewNX (A 62). Disconnecting the camera Do not turn off the camera or disconnect the camera from the computer during transfer.
Connecting to a Computer D Viewing Nikon Transfer and ViewNX Help Information For more information on Nikon Transfer or ViewNX, start Nikon Transfer or ViewNX and select Nikon Transfer Help or ViewNX Help from the Help menu. Panorama Creation with Panorama Maker • Use a series of pictures taken in Panorama assist scene mode (A 42) to create a single panorama photo with Panorama Maker. • Panorama Maker can be installed on a computer using the supplied Software Suite CD.
Connecting to a Printer Users of PictBridge-compatible (A 128) printers can connect the camera directly to the printer and print pictures without using a computer.
Connecting to a Printer Connecting the Camera and Printer Turn off the camera. 2 Turn on the printer. COOLPIX L22 COOLPIX L21 Check printer settings. 3 Connect the camera to the printer using the supplied USB cable. 4 Turn on the camera. COOLPIX L22 COOLPIX L21 • When connected correctly, the PictBridge startup screen (1) is displayed in the camera monitor, then the Print selection screen (2) is displayed.
Connecting to a Printer Printing Pictures One at a Time After connecting the camera to the printer correctly (A 65), print pictures by following the procedure below. 1 Use the multi selector to choose the desired picture and press k. Print selection 15/05 2010 Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers • Rotate the zoom control to f (h) to display 12 thumbnails, and to g (i) to switch back to full-frame playback. 2 Choose Copies and press k. NO.
Connecting to a Printer 6 Choose Start print and press k. PictBridge Start print Copies Paper size Exit Printing starts. Monitor display returns to that shown in step 1 when printing is complete. Printing 002 / 004 To cancel before all copies have been printed, press k. Cancel Current print/ total number of prints Printing Multiple Pictures After connecting the camera to the printer correctly (A 65), print pictures by following the procedure below.
Connecting to a Printer 4 Choose Print selection, Print all images or DPOF printing and press k. Print menu Print selection Print all images DPOF printing Paper size Exit Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers Print selection Select the images (up to 99) and the number of copies (up to nine) of each image. Press the multi selector J or K to select pictures, and press H or I to set the number of copies for each.
Connecting to a Printer DPOF printing Print pictures for which a print order was created in Print set (A 70). • When the menu shown on the right is DPOF printing displayed, select Start print and press k to start printing. Choose Cancel and press k to 010 prints return to the print menu. Start print View images Cancel Exit 10 View images Back 5 Printing starts. Monitor display returns to the print menu (step 2) when printing is complete. To cancel before all copies have been printed, press k.
Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers Before printing images saved on a memory card using one of the methods listed below, you can create a digital “print order” that specifies which images should be printed and how many copies of each image should be printed, and save this information on the memory card. • Printing with a DPOF-compatible (A 128) printer that features a memory card slot. • Printing using a digital photo lab that supports DPOF.
Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set 5 Choose whether or not to also print shooting date and photo information. Pictures selected for printing are indicated by the w icon displayed during playback. Done Date Info Exit 15/05/2010 15:30 0004.
Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu While shooting in A (auto) mode (A 29), the shooting menu contains the following options. A Image mode A 74 Choose image size and quality. Also available when using other shooting modes (except movie mode). B White balance A 76 Match white balance to the light source. C Continuous F Color options A 78 Change settings to Continuous or BSS (best shot selector). Make colors more vivid or record pictures in monochrome.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu Displaying the Shooting Menu Press A in shooting mode to display the shooting-mode selection menu and set the shooting menu to A (auto) mode (A 29). Press d to display the shooting menu. Shooting menu Image mode White balance Continuous Color options 4 Exit • Use the multi selector to choose and apply settings (A 11). • To exit the shooting menu, press d.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu A Image mode Set A (Auto) mode (A 29) M d (shooting menu) M A image mode Pictures taken with a digital camera are recorded as image files. The size of the files, and with it the number of images that can be recorded, depends on the size and quality of the images. Before shooting, choose an image mode according to how you plan to use the picture. Setting Size (pixels) Description Highest quality; suitable for enlargements or high-quality prints.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu C Image mode • If the image mode setting is changed, the new image mode setting is also applied to other shooting modes (except movie mode). • This feature cannot be used simultaneously with certain features. ➝ “Camera Settings that Cannot Be Set at the Same Time” (A 80). C Number of Exposures Remaining The following table lists the approximate number of pictures that can be stored in internal memory and on a 4 GB memory card.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu B White Balance Set A (Auto) mode (A 29) M d (shooting menu) M B White Balance The color of light reflected from an object varies with the color of the light source. The human brain is able to adapt to changes in the color of the light source, with the result that white objects appear white whether seen in the shade, direct sunlight, or under incandescent lighting. Digital cameras can mimic this adjustment by processing images according to the color of the light source.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu Preset Manual Preset manual is used with mixed lighting or to compensate for light sources with a strong color cast (for example, to make pictures taken under a lamp with a red shade look as though they had been taken under white light). 1 2 Place a white or gray reference object under the lighting that will be used during shooting. Display the shooting menu (A 73), use the multi selector to set White balance to b Preset manual, then press k. The camera zooms in.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu C Continuous Set A (Auto) mode (A 29) M d (shooting menu) M C Continuous Change settings to Continuous or BSS (best shot selector). Flash will be switched off for Continuous, BSS or Multi-shot 16, and focus, exposure and white balance are fixed at the values for the first picture in each series. U Single (default setting) One shot is taken each time shutter-release button is pressed.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu B Note on Multi-shot 16 Smear (A 115) visible in the monitor when shooting with Multi-shot 16 is visible in the saved image. Avoiding bright objects such as the sun, reflections of the sun, and electric lights is recommended to avoid smear effects. F Color Options Set A (Auto) mode (A 29) M d (shooting menu) M F Color Options Make colors more vivid or record pictures in monochrome. n Standard color (default setting) Use for pictures exhibiting natural color.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu Camera Settings that Cannot Be Set at the Same Time Certain settings in the shooting menu cannot be used with other functions. Restricted Functions Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus 80 Setting Description Flash mode Continuous (A 78) If set to Continuous, BSS, or Multishot 16, the flash cannot be used. Digital zoom Continuous (A 78) When using Multi-shot 16, the digital zoom cannot be used.
Playback Options: The Playback Menu The following functions are available in playback mode. I A 52 D-Lighting Enhances brightness and contrast in dark portions of pictures. a A 70 Print set Select pictures to print and the number of copies for each. b A 83 Slide show View pictures stored in the internal memory or on a memory card in an automatic slide show. c A 84 Delete Delete pictures. Multiple pictures can be deleted with one operation.
Playback Options: The Playback Menu Selecting Multiple Pictures The screen shown at right will be displayed in the Erase selected images menus (shown below) when choosing pictures. Playback menu: Print set: Select images (A 70) Delete: Erase selected images (A 84) Back Setup menu: Welcome screen: Select an image (A 88) Protect (A 106) Rotate image (A 107) Copy: Selected images (A 108) Follow the procedure described below to choose the pictures.
Playback Options: The Playback Menu b Slide Show Press c (playback mode) M d (playback menu) M b Slide show View pictures stored in the internal memory or on a memory card in an automatic slide show. 1 Use the multi selector to choose Start and press k. To repeat the slide show automatically, enable Loop and press k before choosing Start. The check mark (w) will be added to the loop option when enabled. Slide show Pause Start Loop Exit The slide show begins.
Playback Options: The Playback Menu c Delete Press c (playback mode) M d (playback menu) M c Delete Delete selected pictures or all pictures. Erase selected images Delete selected pictures. ➝ “Selecting Multiple Pictures“ (A 82) Erase all images Delete all pictures. Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus B 84 Notes on Deletion • Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. Transfer important images to a computer before deletion. • Pictures marked with the s icon are protected and cannot be deleted (A 106).
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu The setup menu contains the following settings. a Menus A 87 Select the method for displaying menus. c Welcome screen A 88 Specify the welcome screen displayed when the camera is turned on. d Date A 89 Set camera clock and choose home and destination time zones. e Monitor settings A 92 Choose whether or not to display information in the monitor, whether or not pictures are shown on the display for review after taking them, and set the monitor brightness.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu s A 105 Battery type Select the type of batteries used. d A 106 Protect Protect selected pictures from accidental deletion. f A 107 Rotate image Change the orientation of a picture. h A 108 Copy Copy files between memory card and internal memory. r A 109 Firmware version Display camera firmware version. Displaying the Setup Menu Display the menu screen and select z (Setup). Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus 1 Press d to display the menu screen.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu 4 Press K or k. Set up • You can now select an item from the setup menu. • Use the multi selector to choose and apply settings (A 11). • To exit the setup menu, press the d or press J and select another tab. Menus Welcome screen Date Monitor settings Date imprint Electronic VR Exit a Menus Press d M z (setup menu) (A 86) M a Menus Select the method for displaying menus. Menus are displayed in list format.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu c Welcome Screen Press d M z (setup menu) (A 86) M c Welcome screen Specify the welcome screen displayed when the camera is turned on. None (default setting) The welcome screen is not displayed when the camera is turned on; the shooting mode or playback mode screen is displayed. COOLPIX The welcome screen is displayed when the camera is turned on, then the shooting mode or playback mode screen is displayed.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu d Date Press d M z (setup menu) (A 86) M d Date Set the camera clock. Date Set camera clock to current date and time. Use the multi selector to set the date and time. • Highlight an item (day, month, year, hour, minute, and the order in which day, month, and year are displayed): Press J or K. • Edit the highlighted item: Press H or I. • Finish setting: After selecting the order in which the day, month, and year are displayed, press k (A 16).
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu 3 Press K. The new city time zone menu is displayed. Time zone 15/05/2010 15:30 London, Casablanca Home time zone Travel destination Exit 4 Press J or K to select the travel destination region (time zone). When using the camera in an area where daylight saving time is in effect, press H to adjust the camera’s time for daylight saving time. W will be displayed in the top of the monitor and the time will advance one hour.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu D Time Zones The camera supports the time zones listed below. For time zones not listed below, set the camera’s clock manually to local time using Date in the setup menu.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu e Monitor Settings Press d M z (setup menu) (A 86) M e Monitor settings The following settings are available. Photo info Choose information displayed in monitor during shooting and playback mode. ➝ A 93 Image review • On (default setting): Pictures are automatically displayed briefly immediately after shooting. • Off: Pictures are not displayed after shooting. Brightness Choose from five settings for monitor brightness. The default setting is 3.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu Photo Info Select whether or not photo info is displayed. See “The Monitor” (A 8, 9) for information on indicators in the monitor. Shooting mode Playback mode 15/05/2010 15:30 0004.JPG Show info 4 4 4 The same information as in Show info is displayed. If no operations are Auto info performed after a few seconds, the display will be the same as Hide (default setting) info. The information is displayed again when an operation is performed. 15/05/2010 15:30 0004.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu f Date Imprint Press d M z (setup menu) (A 86) M f Date imprint Imprint the shooting date and time on pictures. Date can be printed from printers that do not support the date imprinting (A 71). 15.05.2010 Off (default setting) Date and time are not imprinted on pictures. Date Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus The date is imprinted in the bottom right corner of pictures. Date and time The date and time is imprinted in the bottom right corner of pictures.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu w Electronic VR Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A 85) M w Electronic VR Choose whether to use electronic VR (vibration reduction) when taking still pictures. Auto When all of the following conditions are met while taking still pictures, electronic VR is applied and the effects of camera shake are reduced. • The flash is turned off or set to slow sync mode. • The shutter speed is slow. • The Continuous setting is set to Single. • When the subject is dark.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu U Motion detection Press d M z (setup menu) (A 86) M U Motion detection Set whether or not the camera automatically increases the shutter speed to reduce blurring when motion is detected while shooting still pictures. Auto (default setting) In order to reduce the effects of camera shake or subject movement, ISO sensitivity and shutter speed are increased when the camera detects camera shake or subject movement.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu h AF Assist Press d M z (setup menu) (A 86) M h AF assist Change settings for AF-assist illumination. Auto (default setting) AF-assist illumination will be used to assist the focus operation when the subject is poorly lit. The illuminator has a range of about 1.9 m (6 ft. 2 in.) at the maximum wide-angle position and 1.1 m (3 ft. 7 in.) at the maximum telescopic position.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu i Sound Settings Press d M z (setup menu) (A 86) M i Sound settings Adjust the following sound settings. Button sound Turn the button sound On or Off. When On (default setting) is selected, a beep will sound once when operations are completed successfully, two times when the focus has been locked, and three times when an error is detected, and welcome sound is played when the camera is turned on.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu k Auto Off Press d M z (setup menu) (A 86) M k Auto off When the camera is on and a period of time passes without any operations, the camera will enter the standby mode (A 15) to save power. When the camera enters standby mode, the power-on lamp flashes. If no operations are performed within three minutes, the camera turns off. Use this option to set the amount of time that passes before the camera enters standby mode.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu l Format Memory/m Format Card Press d M z (setup menu) (A 86) M l Format memory/m Format card Use this option to format the internal memory or a memory card. Formatting internal memory Format memory To format the internal memory, remove the memory card from the camera. The Format memory option appears in the setup menu.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu n Language Press d M z (setup menu) (A 86) M n Language Select the language used for camera monitor display.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu d Blink Warning Press d M z (setup menu) (A 86) M d Blink warning Choose whether or not blinking eyes are detected when using face detection (A 24) in the following shooting modes. • G (easy auto) mode • Portrait (A 36) and Night portrait (A 37) scene modes On When the camera detects that one or more human subjects have closed their eyes shortly after recognizing the faces and shooting them, the Did someone blink? screen will appear on the monitor.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu p Reset All Press d M z (setup menu) (A 86) M p Reset all When Reset is selected, the camera’s settings will be restored to their default values. Pop-up Menu Option Default value Flash mode (A 30) Auto Self-timer (A 32) Off Macro mode (A 33) Off Exposure compensation (A 34) 0.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu Setup Menu Option Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus 104 Default value Menus (A 87) Text Welcome screen (A 88) None Photo info (A 92) Auto info Image review (A 92) On Brightness (A 92) 3 Date imprint (A 94) Off Electronic VR (A 95) Off Motion detection (A 96) Auto AF assist (A 97) Auto Button sound (A 98) On Shutter sound (A 98) On Auto off (A 99) 30 s Sleep mode (A 99) On Blink warning (A 102) Off Others Option Paper size (A 66, 67) Defau
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu s Battery Type Press d M z (setup menu) (A 86) M s Battery type To ensure that the camera shows the correct battery level (A 20), choose the type that matches the batteries currently in use.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu d Protect Press d M z (setup menu) (A 86) M d Protect Protect selected pictures from accidental deletion. You can turn protection on and off for images selected in the picture selection screen. ➝ “Selecting Multiple Pictures” (A 82) Note, however, that formatting the camera’s internal memory or the memory card will permanently erase protected files (A 100). Protected pictures are recognized by the s icon (A 9, 48) in playback mode.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu f Rotate Image Press d M z (setup menu) (A 86) M f Rotate image Set the picture orientation (vertical or horizontal frame) displayed on the camera monitor after the pictures are taken. Pictures can be rotated 90° clockwise or counterclockwise. Pictures that were recorded in the portrait (vertical) orientation can be rotated up to 180° in either direction. Select a picture in the picture selection screen (A 82), and press k to display the Rotate image screen.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu h Copy Press d M z (setup menu) (A 86) M h Copy Copy pictures between the internal memory and a memory card. 1 Select an option from the copy screen using the multi selector and press k. Copy q: Copy pictures from internal memory to memory card. r: Copy pictures from memory card to internal memory. 2 Choose the copy option and press k. Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus Selected images: Copy pictures selected from the picture selection screen (A 82).
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu r Firmware Version Press d M z (setup menu) (A 86) M r Firmware version View the current camera firmware version. COOLPIX L22 Ver.x.
Technical Notes Optional Accessories Rechargeable battery Rechargeable Ni-MH batteries EN-MH2-B2 (set of two EN-MH2 batteries)*1 Rechargeable Ni-MH batteries EN-MH2-B4 (set of four EN-MH batteries)*1 Battery charger Battery Charger MH-72 (includes two rechargeable Ni-MH batteries EN-MH2)*1 Battery Charger MH-73 (includes four rechargeable Ni-MH batteries EN-MH2)*1 AC Adapter EH-65A 1 1 AC adapter 2 2 AC Adapter EH-62B cannot be used.
Image File and Folder Names Pictures and movies are assigned file names as follows. D SC N 00 0 1 . J P G Identifier (not shown on camera monitor) Extension (signifies the file type) Original still pictures, movies DSCN Still pictures .JPG Small copies SSCN Movies .
Caring for the Camera To ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the following precautions when using or storing the device: B Keep dry The device will be damaged if immersed in water or subjected to high humidity. B Do not drop The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shock or vibration. B Handle the lens and all moving parts with care Do not apply force to the lens, lens cover, monitor, memory card slot or battery chamber. These parts are easily damaged.
Caring for the Camera C The Battery • Check the battery level when taking the camera out, and replace the batteries if necessary (A 20). If possible, carry spare batteries when taking pictures on important occasions. • When recharging rechargeable batteries, do not recharge batteries that contain a different amount of charge, or batteries of different model numbers. • When charging EN-MH2 batteries using Battery Charger MH-72, charge two batteries at a time.
Caring for the Camera Cleaning Lens Avoid touching glass parts with your fingers. Remove dust or lint with a blower (typically a small device with a rubber bulb attached to one end that is pumped to produce a stream of air out the other end). To remove fingerprints or other stains that cannot be removed with a blower, wipe the lens with a soft cloth, using a spiral motion that starts at the center of the lens and working toward the edges.
Caring for the Camera Storage Turn the camera off when not in use. Check that the power-on lamp is off before putting the camera away. Remove the batteries if the camera will not be used for an extended period.
Error Messages The following table lists the error messages and other warnings displayed in the monitor, as well as the solutions for dealing with them. Display Problem Solution A O (blinks) Clock not set. Set clock. 89 B Battery running low. Prepare to change the batteries. 14, 105 N Battery exhausted. Battery exhausted. Replace batteries. Q (blinks red) Camera cannot focus. • Refocus. • Use focus lock. 24, 25, 29 P Please wait for the camera to finish recording.
Error Messages Display P Image cannot be saved. Problem A Solution Format internal memory or 100 memory card. Camera has run out of file numbers. Replace the memory card, or format the internal memory/memory card. 18 100 Picture cannot be used for welcome screen. The following pictures cannot be used.
Error Messages Display Lens error Q Problem Lens error. A Solution Turn camera off and then on again. If error persists, contact retailer or Nikonauthorized service representative. 20 Technical Notes P USB cable disconnected Communications error during printing. Turn camera off, reconnect 65 USB cable. System error Q Error has occurred in camera’s internal circuitry. Turn camera off, remove and reinsert batteries, and turn camera on.
Troubleshooting If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. Refer to the page numbers in the right-most column for more information. Display, Settings and Power Supply Problem Monitor is blank Cause/Solution A • Camera is off. • Battery exhausted. • Standby mode for saving power: press the shutter-release button halfway. • When flash lamp blinks red, wait until flash has charged.
Troubleshooting Electronically Controlled Cameras In extremely rare instances, unusual characters may appear in the monitor and the camera may stop functioning. In most cases, this phenomenon is caused by a strong external static charge. Turn the camera off, remove and replace the battery, then turn the camera on again. In the event of continued malfunction, contact your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative.
Troubleshooting Problem Digital zoom cannot be used. Cause/Solution Digital zoom cannot be used in the following situations. • When Portrait or Night portrait is selected for Scene mode. • When using smart portrait mode. • Just before recording a movie (up to 2× can be applied while recording movies). • When Multi-shot 16 is selected for Continuous. A 36, 37 46 55 78 Image mode not available. • Image mode cannot be adjusted when Multi- 78 shot 16 is selected for Continuous.
Troubleshooting Problem A Cause/Solution Unexpected results when flash When taking pictures with V (auto with red28, 30, set to V (auto with red-eye eye reduction), or when taking pictures with 37 reduction). Night portrait (either in easy auto mode or the Night portrait scene mode) and the fill flash with slow sync and red-eye reduction is used, red-eye reduction may be applied, in rare cases, to areas not affected by red-eye.
Troubleshooting Problem Cause/Solution A Pictures to be printed are not displayed. Memory card contains no pictures. Replace memory card. Remove memory card to print pictures from internal memory. 18 Cannot select paper size with camera. Even when using a PictBridge compatible printer, paper size cannot be selected from the camera in the following situations. Use the printer to select paper size. • The printer does not support the paper sizes used by the camera.
Specifications Nikon COOLPIX L22/COOLPIX L21 Digital Camera Type Effective pixels Image sensor Lens Focal length f/-number Construction Digital zoom Vibration reduction Autofocus (AF) Technical Notes Focus range (from lens) Focus-area selection Monitor Frame coverage (shooting mode) Frame coverage (playback mode) 124 Compact digital camera COOLPIX L22: 12.0 million COOLPIX L21: 8.0 million COOLPIX L22: 1/2.3-in. CCD; total pixels: 12.39 million COOLPIX L21: 1/2.5-in. CCD; total pixels: 8.
Specifications Storage Media File system File formats Image size (pixels) ISO sensitivity (Standard output sensitivity) Exposure Exposure control Range (A (auto) mode) Shutter Speed Auto (ISO 80-1600) 256-segment matrix, center-weighted (when using up to 2× digital zoom), spot (digital zoom 2× or more) Programmed auto exposure with motion detection and exposure compensation (–2.0 to +2.0 EV in steps of 1/3 EV) [W]: -0.7 to + 16.2 EV [T]: 1.5 to 18.
Specifications Aperture Range Self-timer Built-in flash Range (approx.) Flash control Interface Data transfer protocol Video output I/O terminal Supported languages Power sources Technical Notes Number of Exposures Possible (Battery life)* Dimensions (W × H × D) Weight 126 Operating environment Operating temperature Humidity Electronically-controlled ND filter (-1.7 AV) selection 2 steps (f/3.1 and f/5.5 [W]) Approx. 10 seconds COOLPIX L22: [W]: 0.5 to 7.0 m (1 ft. 8 in. to 23 ft.), [T]: 0.5 to 3.
Specifications • Unless otherwise stated, all figures are for a camera with fully-charged EN-MH2 batteries operated at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F). * Based on Camera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA) standards for measuring the life of camera batteries. Measured at 23 (±2) °C (69 to 77°F); zoom adjusted with each shot, flash fired with every other shot, image mode set to L22: I 4000 × 3000/L21: R 3264 × 2448.
Specifications Supported Standards • DCF: Design Rule for Camera File System is a standard widely used in the digital camera industry to ensure compatibility among different makes of camera. • DPOF: Digital Print Order Format is an industry-wide standard that allows pictures to be printed from print orders stored on the memory card. • Exif version 2.2: This camera supports Exif (Exchangeable Image File Format for Digital Still Cameras) version 2.
Index Symbols k (apply selection) button 5, 7, 11 c (Playback) button 5, 7 A Auto mode 29 l Delete button 5, 7, 26, 57 c D-Lighting 52 G Easy auto mode 20, 28 w Electronic VR 95 o Exposure compensation 34 m Flash mode 30 p Macro mode 33 d button 5, 7, 12 D Movie mode 55 c Playback mode 26 C Scene mode 35 n Self-timer 32 F Smart Portrait Mode 46 R 45 f button 4, 6, 23, 27, 48, 49, 50 h button 4, 6, 23, 27, 48, 49, 50 g button 4, 6, 13, 23, 27, 48, 49, 50 i button 4, 6, 23, 27, 48, 49, 50 j button 4, 6, 13 A
Index E J Easy auto mode 20, 28 EH-65A 15 EN-MH1 15, 110 EN-MH2 14, 105, 110, 113 Exposure compensation 34 Extension 111 Eyelet for camera strap 4, 6 JPG 111 Landscape c 36 Language 101 Lens 4, 6, 124 Lithium batteries 14 F M Technical Notes File names 111 Fill flash 30 Fireworks show m 41 Firmware version 109 Flash 30, 31 Flash lamp 5, 7, 31 Flash off 30 Fluorescent 76 Focus 13, 24 Focus lock 25, 29 Folder names 111 Food u 40, 43 Format 19, 100 Format memory card 19, 100 Formatting internal memory
Index Playback 26, 27, 48, 50, 57 Playback button 5, 7, 10 Playback menu 81 Playback zoom 50 Portrait b 36 Power 14, 16, 20 Power switch 4, 6, 14, 20 Power-on lamp 14, 20 Preset manual 77 Print 66, 67, 70 Print set 70 Print Set (Date) 71 Printer 64 Protect 106 R Recording movies 55 Red-eye reduction 30, 31 Reset all 103 Rotate image 107 RSCN 111 S T Tabs 12 The c (Playback) Button 10 Thumbnail playback 48 Time zone 16, 89, 91 Tripod socket 5, 7 TV 58 TV movie 56 U USB Cable 59, 60 USB connector and audi
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