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Introduction First Steps Basic Photography and Playback: G Easy Auto Mode More on Shooting More on Playback Editing Image Movie Recording and Playback Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers Basic Camera Setup Notes on Camera Care and General Usage 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 the battery The battery may leak or explode if improperly handled. Observe the following precautions when handling the battery for use in this product: • Before replacing the battery, turn the product off. If you are using the 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 Use appropriate cables When connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for the purpose, to maintain compliance with product regulations. Handle moving parts with care Be careful that your fingers or other objects are not pinched by the lens cover or other moving parts. CD-ROMs The CD-ROMs supplied with this device should not be played back on audio CD equipment.
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 Basic Photography and Playback: G Easy Auto Mode ....................................................... 20 Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select G (Easy Auto) Mode .............................................20 Indicators Displayed in G (Easy auto) Mode.....................................................................................21 Step 2 Frame a Picture .......................................................................................................................
Table of Contents More on Playback.............................................................................................................................. 62 Full-frame Operation ..........................................................................................................................62 Viewing Multiple Images: Thumbnail Playback........................................................................63 Calendar Display....................................................................
Table of Contents Basic Camera Setup ........................................................................................................................103 Setup Menu......................................................................................................................................... 103 Welcome Screen ............................................................................................................................................... 105 Time Zone and Date..................
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 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Introduction 9 10 11 13 4 12 7 Eyelet for camera strap ...............................6 8 Flash ................................................................7, 28 9 DC input connector (for AC adapter available separately from Nikon) .... 15, 129 10 USB connector and audio/video output ................................................ 91, 95, 98 1 Zoom control ................................................. 23 f : wide ...............
Parts of the Camera 1 2 3 4 5 6 Introduction 7 8 11 10 9 12 13 14 1 Monitor .................................................................8 2 A (shooting mode) button ................. 10 3 Flash lamp .......................................................28 10 l (delete) button ...............................27, 88 4 b (e movie-record) button ............. 10 11 d button ...................12, 53, 67, 83, 104 5 c (playback) button ....................... 10, 26 12 Tripod socket .....
Parts of the Camera Attaching the Camera Strap and Lens Cap Attach the lens cap to the camera strap, and then attach the strap to the camera. Introduction Attach them at two places. B 6 Lens Cap • Remove the lens cap before you take a picture. • At times when you will not be taking pictures such as when the power is off or while you are carrying the camera, attach the lens cap to the camera to protect the lens.
Parts of the Camera Raising and Lowering the Flash Introduction Press the m (flash pop-up) button to raise the flash. • See “Using the Flash” (A 28) for more information on setting the flash. • Push the flash down gently to lower the flash until it clicks into place when not in use.
Parts of the Camera The Monitor Introduction The following indicators may be displayed 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 110). Shooting 6 4 5 28 1 27 7 2 3 8 26 10 25 9 11 12 24 23 13 14 +1.0 3200 1/125 F3.1 22 21 999 18 17 15 16 999 a 9999 1m00s b 1m00s 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 8 20 Shooting mode*...
Parts of the Camera Introduction Playback 1 11 14 13 2 3 4 15/05/2012 12:00 9999.JPG 12 10 999 999 999/ 9 8 5 6 7 999 999 a 999/ 9999/9999 999 1m00s b 1m00s 1 Date of recording ....................................... 16 8 Internal memory indicator .................... 26 2 Time of recording ....................................... 16 9 Movie playback indicator ...................... 88 3 Volume .............................................................. 88 10 Print order icon .........
Basic Operations A (Shooting mode) Button Introduction • Press the A button in playback mode to enter shooting mode. • Press the A button in shooting mode to display the shooting-mode selection menu and change the shooting mode (A 33). c (Playback) Button • During shooting mode, the camera enters the playback mode when the c button is pressed. • If the camera is turned off, hold down the c button to turn the camera on in playback mode.
Basic Operations The Multi Selector For Shooting Display m (flash mode) menu (A 28)/select the item above. Display n (selftimer) menu (A 31). Display o (exposure compensation) menu (A 32). Apply selection. Introduction Operate the multi selector by pressing it up (H), down (I), left (J), right (K), or by pressing the k button. Flash mode Display p (macro mode) menu (A 51)/select the item below. For Playback 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 : 3300 0 0 0 4 . J PPG G Display the previous image.
Basic Operations Using Camera Menus Introduction Press the d button (A 5) to display the menu for the selected mode. Use the multi selector (A 11) to apply settings of each menu item. Tab for the menus available in the current shooting mode/ tab for playback menu K is displayed when previous menu items are available.
Basic Operations Switching Between Tabs of Menu Screen Shooting menu Movie Shooting menu Movie options Image mode White balance Continuous ISO sensitivity Color options Press the multi selector J to highlight the tab. Autofocus mode Elec tronic VR Enhanced resolution Press the multi selector H or I to select a tab and press the k button or K. Introduction Image mode White balance Continuous ISO sensitivity Color options The selected menu will be displayed.
First Steps Inserting the Batteries 1 Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. First Steps Before opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover, hold the camera upside down to prevent the batteries from falling out. The camera, batteries or memory card may be hot immediately after using the camera. Observe caution when removing the batteries or memory card.
Inserting the Batteries B If Turn the camera off, remove the lens cap, and turn the camera on. is displayed Make sure that the lens cap has been removed, and turn the camera off and then on again. B Removing the Batteries Turn the camera off and be sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have turned off before opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. Additional Precautions Regarding Batteries • Read and follow the warnings and cautions (A iii, 126).
Setting Display Language, Date and Time When the first time the camera is turned on, the language- selection screen and the date and time setting screen for the camera clock are displayed. 1 Press the power switch to turn on the camera. First Steps The power-on lamp (green) will light, and then the monitor will turn on (the power-on lamp turns off when the monitor turns on). 2 Press the multi selector H or I to choose the desired language and press the multi selector K or k button.
Setting Display Language, Date and Time 5 Date format Press H, J, I, or K to set the date and press the k button. Date and time Choose an item: Press K or J (to change between D, M, Y, Hour, and Minute). Edit the highlighted item: Press H or I. Y/M/D Year/Month/Day M/D/Y Month/Day/Year D/M/Y Day/Month/Year D First Steps 6 Press H or I to choose the date format, and press the k button or K. M 01 Y 2012 01 00 00 Edit Apply the setting: Choose Minute and press the k button or K.
Inserting Memory Cards First Steps Data is saved in the camera’s internal memory (approximately 102 MB) or on removable Secure Digital (SD) memory cards (commercially available; (A 129). If a memory card is inserted into the camera, images are automatically saved on the memory card and images saved to the memory card can be played back, deleted or transferred. Remove the memory card to save images in the internal memory, or play back, delete or transfer images from the internal memory.
Inserting Memory Cards B Formatting Memory Cards B The Write Protect Switch When memory card switch is in the lock position, data cannot be written to, or deleted from, the memory card. If the switch is in the lock position, unlock it by sliding the switch to the write position to save or delete images, or to format the memory card. B First Steps If the message on the right is displayed, the memory card must be Card is not formatted. Format card? formatted before use (A 117).
Basic Photography and Playback: G 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 34). 1 Remove the lens cap and press the power switch to turn on the camera. Basic Photography and Playback: G Easy Auto Mode The lens extends and the monitor turns on.
Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select G (Easy Auto) Mode Indicators Displayed in G (Easy auto) Mode Shooting mode In easy auto mode, the camera automatically selects U, e, f, g, h, i, or j mode according to the current subject and framing. Vibration reduction icon Reduce the effects of camera shake. 30 Movie options Displays the movie setting used when recording movies (A 80, 85). Image mode Display image size and quality (compression) set in the image mode menu. The default setting is k 4320×3240.
Step 2 Frame a Picture 1 Ready the camera. Hold the camera steadily in both hands. Keep fingers, hair and other objects away from the lens, flash, and microphone. Basic Photography and Playback: G Easy Auto Mode 2 Frame the picture. Shooting mode icon When the camera determines a scene mode, the shooting mode icon changes (A 34). When the camera detects a human face, that face will be framed by a yellow double border (AF area). Up to 12 faces can be detected.
Step 2 Frame a Picture Using the Zoom Zoom out Zoom in Optical zoom Digital zoom Digital Zoom When the camera is zoomed in to the maximum optical zoom position, turning and holding the zoom control toward g triggers digital zoom. Digital zoom can magnify the subject up to about 4× beyond the magnification of the optical zoom. Maximum optical zoom Digital zoom is in effect. • When digital zoom is used, the focus area is not displayed and the camera focuses in the center of the frame.
Step 3 Focus and Shoot 1 Press the shutter-release button halfway. When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway (A 13), the camera sets focus and exposure (shutter speed and aperture value). Focus and exposure remain locked while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. Basic Photography and Playback: G Easy Auto Mode When a face is detected: • The camera focuses on the face framed by a double border in the focus area. When the subject is in focus, the double border glows green. 1/125 F3.
Step 3 Focus and Shoot B During Saving While images are being saved, the number of exposures remaining display will flash. Do not open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. Removing the memory card or the battery during saving may result in loss of data or in damage to the saved data, camera or card. B Autofocus B Note on Face Detection See “Notes on Face Detection” (A 34) for more information.
Step 4 Viewing and Deleting Images Viewing Images (Playback Mode) Press the c button. The last image captured is displayed in full-frame playback mode. A (shooting mode) c (playback) Press the multi selector H or J to display the previous image. Press I or K to display the next image. Basic Photography and Playback: G Easy Auto Mode Images may be displayed briefly at low resolution while being read from the memory card or internal memory.
Step 4 Viewing and Deleting Images Deleting Unwanted Images 1 Press the l button to delete the image currently displayed in the monitor. Press the d button to exit without deleting the image. 3 Press the multi selector H or I to choose the desired deletion method and press the k button. Delete Current image: The image currently displayed is deleted. Erase selected images: Multiple images can be selected and deleted. ➝ “Operating the Erase Selected Images Screen” All images: All images are deleted.
Using the Flash In dark locations or when the subject is backlit, you can take pictures with flash by raising the flash. • The flash has a range of about 0.5 to 6.0 m (1 ft 8 in. to 19 ft) at the maximum wide-angle position, and about 1.5 to 3.0 m (5 ft to 9 ft 10 in.) at the maximum telephoto zoom position. • If the flash is raised when using easy auto mode (A 20), the camera automatically sets a flash mode according to the determined scene mode.
Using the Flash 1 Press the m (flash pop-up) button. The flash pops up. When the flash is lowered, flash mode is fixed at W (off). Basic Photography and Playback: G Easy Auto Mode 2 Press m (flash mode) on the multi selector. The flash mode menu is displayed. 3 Press the multi selector H or I to select a mode, and press the k button. The icon for the selected flash mode is displayed. When U (auto) is applied, D is only displayed for a few seconds, regardless of the Photo info settings (A 110).
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. Set Vibration reduction (A 113) to Off when using a tripod. • E may be displayed in the monitor. When E is displayed, ISO sensitivity is automatically increased. B Note on Using the Flash When using the flash, reflections from dust particles in the air may appear as bright spots in images.
Taking Pictures with the Self-timer The self-timer is useful for self-portraits or reducing the effects of camera shake that occur when the shutter-release button is pressed. 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. Set Vibration reduction (A 113) in the setup menu (A 103) to Off when using a tripod. 1 Press n (self-timer) on the multi selector. The self-timer menu is displayed.
Adjusting the Brightness: Exposure Compensation By adjusting exposure compensation when taking pictures, overall image brightness can be adjusted to make images brighter or darker. 1 Press o (exposure compensation) on the multi selector. The exposure compensation guide is displayed. 2 Basic Photography and Playback: G Easy Auto Mode Press the multi selector H or I to select a compensation value. +0.3 To make the subject brighter, adjust the exposure compensation to the “+” side.
More on Shooting Selecting Shooting Mode The following shooting modes can be selected. G Easy auto mode A 20 By simply framing a picture, the camera automatically selects the optimum scene mode for simpler shooting. b Scene A 35 Camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected scene type. F Smart portrait A 46 The camera detects a smiling face to shoot the face automatically. d Sport continuous A 48 A Auto mode A 50 You can change the flash mode, use macro mode (for close-ups), etc.
Easy Auto Mode Automatic Scene Selection 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 39) • j Backlighting (A 41) More on Shooting 34 Notes on Face Detection • The camera’s ability to detect faces depends on a variety of factors, including whether or not the subject is facing the camera.
Shooting Suited for the Scene (Scene Mode) Camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected scene type. The following scene modes are available. b Portrait c Landscape e Night portrait f Party/indoor Z Beach z Snow h Sunset i Dusk/dawn j Night landscape k Close-up u Food m Fireworks show n Black and white copy o Backlighting l Museum BPanorama assist O Pet portrait Selecting a Scene Mode 1 The icon of the last scene mode used is displayed.
Shooting Suited for the Scene (Scene Mode) Choosing a Scene and Shooting (Scene Mode Types and Characteristics) The following icons are used for descriptions in this section: X: flash mode when the flash is raised (A 28); n: self-timer (A 31); p: macro mode (A 51); o: exposure compensation (A 32). b Portrait More on Shooting Use this mode for portraits. • If the camera detects a face, it focuses on the face. See “Face Detection” (A 24) for more information.
Shooting Suited for the Scene (Scene Mode) O e Night portrait Use this mode to achieve a natural balance between the main subject and background lighting in portraits taken at night. • Raise the flash before shooting. • 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 detected, the camera focuses on the face closest to the camera. • If no faces are detected, the camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame.
Shooting Suited for the Scene (Scene Mode) z Snow Captures the brightness of sunlit snow. • The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame. m U* n Off* p Off o 0.0* o 0.0* o 0.0* * Default setting can be modified. O h Sunset More on Shooting Preserves the deep hues seen in sunsets and sunrises. • The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame. m W* n Off* p Off * Default setting can be modified.
Shooting Suited for the Scene (Scene Mode) O j Night landscape Use this mode when taking night landscape pictures. Slow shutter speeds are used to produce stunning night landscapes. • 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. W m n Off* p Off o 0.0* * Default setting can be modified.
Shooting Suited for the Scene (Scene Mode) u Food Use this mode when taking pictures of food. • Macro mode (A 51) will turn on and the zoom will automatically move to the closest possible shooting position. More on Shooting • How close you can be to the subject when shooting depends on the zoom position. When the zoom position is set to a position where F and the zoom indicator glow green, the camera can focus on subjects as close as about 1 7 cm (2.8 in.) from the lens.
Shooting Suited for the Scene (Scene Mode) O m Fireworks show Slow shutter speeds are used to capture the expanding burst of light from a firework. • Camera focuses at infinity. The 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. m W n Off p Off o 0.0 o 0.0* o 0.
Shooting Suited for the Scene (Scene Mode) B Panorama assist Use when taking a series of pictures that will later be joined to form a single panorama image using the supplied Panorama Maker 6 software. See Shooting for a Panorama (A 44) for details. m More on Shooting 42 W* n * Default setting can be modified. Off* p Off* o 0.
Shooting Suited for the Scene (Scene Mode) O Pet portrait m 1 2 W n Y1 p Off2 o More on Shooting Use this mode when taking pictures of dogs or cats. When the camera detects the face of a dog or a cat, the camera then focuses on the detected face. When the subject is in focus, the shutter is released automatically in the default setting (Pet portrait auto release). • Select Single or Continuous on the screen that is displayed when O Pet portrait scene mode is selected.
Shooting Suited for the Scene (Scene Mode) Shooting for a Panorama The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame. Use a tripod for best results. Set Vibration reduction (A 113) to Off when using a tripod. 1 Press the A button in shooting mode and use the multi selector to select B Panorama assist (A 35). The panorama direction icon (I) is displayed to show the direction in which images are joined.
Shooting Suited for the Scene (Scene Mode) 5 Press the k button 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. Images cannot be deleted, nor can zoom or Image mode setting (A 54) be adjusted after the first picture is taken.
Capturing Smiling Faces Automatically (Smart Portrait Mode) The camera detects a smiling face to shoot the face automatically. 1 Press the A button in shooting mode and press the multi selector H or I to select F, and press the k button. Smart portrait The camera enters smart portrait mode. 2 Frame the picture. Raise the flash when using it (A 7). More on Shooting Point the camera at the subject.
Capturing Smiling Faces Automatically (Smart Portrait Mode) B Notes on Smart Portrait Mode • Digital zoom is not available. • Under some shooting conditions, the camera may be unable to detect faces or detect smiles. • Notes on Face Detection ➝ A 34 C Auto Off (Standby Mode) When Using Smart Portrait Mode When using smart portrait mode, Auto off (A 116) will turn the camera off if no operations are performed in the following situations: • The camera does not detect any faces.
Shooting Continuously at High Speed (Sport Continuous) Sport continuous mode allows rapid, continuous shooting while you press and hold the shutter-release button fully. With continuous shooting, instantaneous movements in moving subjects can be captured. • With the default setting of Continuous H, the camera shoots up to 20 images at a rate of up to about 15.3 frames per second (fps). • ISO sensitivity is set high. • Image mode can be set to M 2048×1536 or smaller.
Shooting Continuously at High Speed (Sport Continuous) B Notes on Sport Continuous Shooting D More Information More on Shooting • It may take some time to save the images after shooting. The time it takes to save the images depends on the number of images captured, the image mode, the memory card’s write speed, etc. • Because the ISO sensitivity is set to 400 or higher, images may appear rough as a result. Proper exposure may not be obtained in clear weather (images may be overexposed).
Auto Mode In A (auto) mode, macro mode (A 51) and exposure compensation (A 32) can be applied and pictures can be taken using flash mode (A 28) and self-timer (A 31). Pressing the d button in A (auto) mode allows you to specify settings for all shooting menu items (A 53) depending upon the shooting situations. 1 Press the A button. The shooting-mode selection menu is displayed. More on Shooting 2 Press the multi selector H or I to choose A and press the k button. The camera enters A (auto) mode.
Auto Mode Macro Mode Macro mode is used for taking pictures of objects as close as 1 cm (0.4 in.). Note that the flash may be unable to light the entire subject at distances of less than 50 cm (1 ft 8 in.). When using A (auto) mode, follow the procedure below. Macro mode can also be used with some scene modes (A 39, 40, 41). 1 Press p (macro mode) on the multi selector. The macro menu is displayed. More on Shooting 2 Press the multi selector H or I to select ON, and press the k button.
Auto Mode C Autofocus When using macro mode, the camera focuses continuously until the shutter-release button is pressed halfway to lock the focus. A sound will be heard while the camera focuses. C The Macro Mode Setting • G (easy auto) mode: Changes to macro mode when the camera selects i. The macro mode button on the multi selector cannot be used. • Scene mode: Varies with the selected scene mode (A 35). Macro mode is turned on when k Close-up or u Food are selected in scene mode.
Auto Mode Changing A (Auto) Mode Settings (Shooting Menu) While shooting in A (auto) mode (A 50), the shooting menu contains the following options. A 54 Image mode Choose image size and quality (compression). This setting can be changed when using any shooting mode. A 56 White balance Match white balance to the light source. A 58 Continuous A 59 ISO sensitivity Control the camera’s sensitivity to light. A 60 Color options Make colors more vivid or save images in monochrome.
Auto Mode Image Mode (Image Quality/Image Size) A (auto) M d (Shooting menu) M Image mode Choose image size and quality (compression). The size of the files, and with it the number of images that can be saved, depends on the size and quality (compression) of the images. Before shooting, choose an image mode according to how you plan to use the image.
Auto Mode C Number of Exposures Remaining The following table lists the approximate number of images that can be saved in internal memory and on a 4 GB memory card. Note that the number of images that can be saved will differ depending on the composition of the image (due to JPEG compression). In addition, this number may differ depending on the make of memory card, even if the capacity for the memory card is the same. Image mode Internal memory (Approx.
Auto Mode White Balance (Adjusting Hue) A (auto) M d (Shooting menu) M White balance More on Shooting 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.
Auto Mode Preset Manual Preset manual is used with mixed lighting or to compensate for light sources with a strong color cast when the desired effect has not been achieved with white balance settings like Auto and Incandescent (for example, to make images shot under a lamp with a red shade look as though they had been shot under white light). Use the procedure below to measure the white balance value under the lighting used during shooting.
Auto Mode Continuous A (auto) M d (Shooting menu) M Continuous Change settings to Continuous or BSS (best shot selector). U Single (default setting) One image is captured each time shutter-release button is pressed. V Continuous While the shutter-release button is held all the way down, up to 19 images are captured at a rate of about 0.7 frames per second (fps) when image mode is set to R 4320×3240.
Auto Mode B Note on Multi-shot 16 Smear (A 128) visible in the monitor when shooting with Multi-shot 16 will be visible in the saved image data. To reduce smear effects, avoid bright objects such as the sun, reflections of the sun, and electric lights when shooting. ISO Sensitivity A (auto) M d (Shooting menu) M ISO sensitivity More on Shooting When ISO sensitivity is increased, less light is needed when taking pictures. Higher ISO sensitivity allows darker subjects to be captured.
Auto Mode Color Options A (auto) M d (Shooting menu) M Color options Make colors more vivid or save images in monochrome. n Standard color (default setting) Use for images exhibiting natural color. o Vivid color Use to achieve a vivid, “photoprint” effect. p Black-and-white More on Shooting Save images in black-and-white. q Sepia Save images in sepia tones. r Cyanotype Save images in cyan-blue monochrome. The icon for the current setting is displayed in the monitor during shooting (A 8).
Auto Mode Camera Settings that Cannot Be Set at the Same Time Certain settings in the shooting menu cannot be used with other functions.
More on Playback Full-frame Operation Press the c button during shooting to switch to playback mode and view images (A 26). 15/05/2012 15:30 0004.JPG 4/ 4 The following operations can be performed while viewing images in full-frame. Function Control Press H, I, J, or K to view the previous or next image. Hold down the 11 multi selector H, I, J, or K to quickly scan through images. Choose images More on Playback Switch to thumbnail display/calendar f (h) 65 k Play the selected movie.
Viewing Multiple Images: Thumbnail Playback Rotate the zoom control to f (h) in full-frame playback mode (A 26) to display images in “contact sheets” of thumbnail images. 1/ 10 The following operations can be performed while thumbnails are displayed. Function Control A Description Press the multi selector H, I, J, or K. 11 Increase the number of images displayed/ apply the calendar display Rotate the zoom control to f (h) to increase the number of image thumbnails displayed: 4 ➝ 9 ➝ 16.
Viewing Multiple Images: Thumbnail Playback C Thumbnail Playback Mode Display Protect icon While images selected for Print order (A 68) and Protect (A 72) are chosen, the icons shown on the right are displayed with them. Movies are displayed as film frames. Print order icon 1/ 10 Film frames Calendar Display More on Playback When displaying 16 thumbnail frames in playback mode (A 63), switch to calendar display by rotating the zoom control to f (h).
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 image 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 images are zoomed in.
Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom Images Captured with Face Detection or Pet Detection When zooming in on an image captured using face detection (A 24) or pet detection (A 43) by rotating the zoom control to g (i) in full-frame playback mode, the image will be enlarged with the face detected during shooting at the center of the monitor. 2.0 2.
Playback Menu The following options are available in playback mode. I A 77 D-Lighting Enhances brightness and contrast in dark portions of images. a A 68 Print order Select images to print and the number of copies for each. b A 71 Slide show View images saved in the internal memory or on a memory card in an automatic slide show. d A 72 Protect Protect selected images from accidental deletion. f A 74 Rotate image Change the orientation of an image.
Playback Menu a Print Order c button (Playback mode) M d (Playback menu) M a Print order When printing images using one of the following methods, you can select which images will be printed and the number of copies of each image will be printed, and save this electronic “print order” information on the memory card.
Playback Menu 4 Choose the images (up to 99) and number of copies (up to nine) of each. Print selec tion 1 Press the multi selector J or K to choose the desired images. Press H or I to set the number of copies for each. 1 3 Back Images selected for printing can be identified by the check mark (y) and the numeral indicating the number of copies to be printed. Images for which no copies have been specified will not be printed.
Playback Menu B Notes on Printing Shooting Date and Shooting Information When the Date and Info options are enabled in the print order menu, shooting date and shooting information are printed on images when a DPOF-compatible printer (A 144) which supports printing of shooting date and shooting information is used. • Shooting information cannot be printed when the camera is connected directly to a printer, via the supplied USB cable, for DPOF printing (A 101).
Playback Menu b Slide Show c button (Playback mode) M d (Playback menu) M b Slide show View images saved in the internal memory or on a memory card in an automatic slide show. 1 Use the multi selector to choose Start and press the k button. To repeat the slide show automatically, select Loop and press the k button before selecting Start. The check mark (w) is added to the loop option when enabled. Slide show Pause Start Loop The slide show begins.
Playback Menu d Protect c button (Playback mode) M d (Playback menu) M d Protect Protect selected images from accidental deletion. Use the image selection screen to turn protection on and off for selected images (see “Selecting Multiple Images” (A 73) for more information). Note, however, that formatting the camera’s internal memory or the memory card will permanently erase protected files (A 117). Protected images can be identified by the s icon (A 9, 64) in playback mode.
Playback Menu Selecting Multiple Images When using one of the following features, a screen shown on the right is displayed when selecting images. • Print order > Select images (A 68) • Protect (A 72) • Rotate image (A 74) • Copy > Selected images (A 75) • Welcome screen > Select an image (A 105) • Delete image > Erase selected images (A 27) 1 Press the multi selector J or K to choose the desired image. Protect Back ON/OFF Protect Only one image can be selected for Welcome screen and Rotate image.
Playback Menu f Rotate Image c button (Playback mode) M d (Playback menu) M f Rotate image Set the image orientation (vertical or horizontal frame) displayed on the camera monitor after the pictures are taken. Images can be rotated 90° clockwise or counterclockwise. Images that were saved in the portrait (vertical) orientation can be rotated up to 180° in either direction. Select images on the image selection screen (A 73) to display the image rotation screen.
Playback Menu h Copy: Copying Between Memory Card and Internal Memory c button (Playback mode) M d (Playback menu) M h Copy Copy images between the internal memory and a memory card. 1 Select an option from the copy screen using the multi selector and press the k button. Copy q: Copy images from internal memory to memory card. r: Copy images from memory card to internal memory. 2 Selected images: Copy images selected from the image selection screen (A 73).
Editing Image Image Editing Function Use the camera to edit images in-camera and save them as separate files. The editing features described below are available (A 131). Editing function Description D-Lighting (A 77) Create a copy of the current image with enhanced brightness and contrast, brightening dark portions of the image. Small picture (A 78) Create a small copy of images suitable for use as e-mail attachments. Crop (A 79) Crop a portion of the image.
Editing Images I D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and Contrast D-Lighting can be used to create copies with enhanced brightness and contrast, brightening dark portions of an image. Enhanced copies are saved as separate files. 1 Select the desired image in full-frame playback mode (A 62) or thumbnail playback mode (A 63) and press the d button. The playback menu is displayed. 2 Use the multi selector to choose I DLighting and press the k button.
Editing Images g Small Picture: Decreasing Image Size Create a small copy of the current image. Suitable for uploading to websites 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 image in full-frame playback mode (A 62) or thumbnail playback mode (A 63) and press the d button. The playback menu is displayed.
Editing Images o Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy Create a copy containing only the portion visible in the monitor when u is displayed with playback zoom (A 65) enabled. Cropped copies are saved as separate files. 1 Rotate the zoom control to g (i) in full-frame playback mode (A 62) to zoom in on the image. To crop an image displayed in “tall” (portrait) orientation, zoom in on image until the black bars displayed on the both sides of the monitor disappear.
Movie Recording and Playback Recording Movies You can use the camera to record movies with sound. • The maximum file size for a single movie is 4 GB and the maximum movie length for a single movie is 29 minutes, even when there is sufficient free space on the memory card for longer recording (A 85). 1 Turn the camera on and display the shooting mode screen. Recording of a movie can be started in any shooting mode (A 33). The current movie options setting is displayed.
Recording Movies B While the Camera Is Saving Movies When movie recording stops, the movie is not completely saved until the shooting screen is displayed. Do not open the battery-chamber / memory card slot cover. Removing the memory card or the battery while a movie is being saved may result in loss of the movie data or damage to the camera or the memory card.
Recording Movies B Autofocus • When Autofocus mode in the movie menu is set to A Single AF (default setting), focus is locked when the b (e movie-record) button is pressed and recording starts (A 86). • Autofocus may not perform as expected in certain situations (A 25). Try using the following methods in these situations. 1. Before recording, set Autofocus mode to A Single AF (default setting) in the movie menu. 2.
Recording Movies Changing Movie Recording Settings The following options can be adjusted from the movie menu. A 85 Movie options Select the type of movies that are recorded. A 86 Autofocus mode Select how the camera focuses in movie mode. A 86 Electronic VR Select the electronic vibration reduction setting that is used when recording movies. A 87 Enhanced resolution Set whether or not to enhance the resolution during movie recording.
Recording Movies 3 Press H or I to select the D tab. Movie Movie options Autofocus mode Elec tronic VR Enhanced resolution 4 Press K or the k button. You can now select an item from the movie menu. Use the multi selector to choose and apply settings (A 11). To exit the movie menu, press the d button or press J and select another tab.
Recording Movies Movie Options Display the shooting screen M d M D (Movie menu) (A 83) M Movie options Select the type of movies that are recorded. Option Description n HD 720p (1280×720) (default setting) Movies with an aspect ratio of 16:9 are recorded. This option is suited to playback on a wide screen TV. • Image size: 1280 × 720 pixels • Movie bitrate: 9 Mbps m VGA (640×480) Movies with an aspect ratio of 4:3 are recorded.
Recording Movies Autofocus Mode Display the shooting screen M d M D (Movie menu) (A 83) M Autofocus mode Choose how the camera focuses in movie mode. Setting Description A Single AF (default setting) Focus is locked when the b (e movie-record) button is pressed to start recording. Select this option when the distance between the camera and the subject will remain fairly consistent. B Full-time AF Camera focuses continuously.
Recording Movies Enhanced Resolution Display the shooting screen M d M D (Movie menu) (A 83) M Enhanced resolution Set whether or not to enhance the resolution during movie recording. Option Description Auto (default setting) Resolution is enhanced automatically. Silhouettes appear crisp. In certain situations, such as when the subject is dimly lit, the desired results may not be achieved. Off Enhanced resolution is disabled.
Movie Playback In full-frame playback mode (A 26), movies can be identified by the Movie options icon (A 85). To play a movie, display it in full-frame playback mode and press the k button. 15/05/2012 15:30 0010.MOV 10s Use the zoom control g/f during playback to adjust the volume. Playback controls are displayed at the top of the monitor. Press the multi selector J or K to choose a control and press the k button to perform the following operations.
Editing Movies The desired portions of a recorded movie can be saved as a separate file. 1 2 Play back the desired movie and pause playback (A 88). Press the multi selector J or K to choose the I control, and then press the k button. The movie edit screen is displayed. 1m30s 3 Press H or I to choose the M control (choose start point). Choose star t point When editing a movie, the frame displayed when the movie was paused is the start point of the edit.
Editing Movies B Notes on Movie Editing • A movie that was created by editing cannot be trimmed again. To trim another area of the movie, select and edit the original movie. • Movies are trimmed in one-second intervals, therefore the actual trimmed portion of the movie may differ slightly from the selected start and end points. Movies cannot be trimmed so that they are less than 2 seconds long.
Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers Connecting to a TV Connect the camera to a TV using an optional audio/video cable (A 129) to play back images on a television. Turn off the camera. 2 Connect the camera to the TV. Connect the yellow plug of the audio/video cable to the video-in jack on the TV, and the white plug to the audio-in jack. Yellow 3 White Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers 1 Tune the television to the video channel.
Connecting to a TV B Note on Connecting the Cable When connecting the cable, be sure that the camera connector is properly oriented. Do not use force when connecting the cable to the camera. When disconnecting the cable, do not pull the connector at an angle. Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers 92 B If the Images Are Not Displayed on the Television Be sure that the camera’s video mode setting conforms to the standard used by your TV.
Using ViewNX 2 ViewNX 2 is an all-in-one software package which enables you to transfer, view, edit and share images. Install ViewNX 2 using the ViewNX 2 Installer CD-ROM. Your Imaging Toolbox ViewNX 2™ • An Internet connection is required.
Using ViewNX 2 2 Select a language in the language selection dialog to open the installation window. Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers • If the desired language is not available, click Region Selection to choose a different region and then choose the desired language (the Region Selection button is not available in the European release). • Click Next to display the installation window. 3 Start the installer.
Using ViewNX 2 Transferring Images to the Computer 1 Choose how images will be copied to the computer. • SD card slot: If your computer is equipped with an SD card slot, the card can be inserted directly in the slot. • SD card reader: Connect a card reader (available separately from third-party suppliers) to the computer and insert the memory card.
Using ViewNX 2 2 Transfer images to the computer. • Confirm that the name of the connected camera or removable disk is displayed as the “Source” on the “Options” title bar of Nikon Transfer 2 (1). • Click Start Transfer (2). Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers 1 L310 2 • At default settings, all the images on the memory card will be copied to the computer. 3 Terminate the connection. • If the camera is connected to the computer, turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable.
Connecting to a Printer Users of PictBridge-compatible (A 144) printers can connect the camera directly to the printer and print images without using a computer. Follow the procedures below to print images.
Connecting to a Printer Connecting the Camera and Printer Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers 1 Turn off the camera. 2 Turn on the printer. Check printer settings. 3 Connect the camera to the printer using the supplied USB cable. Be sure that connectors are properly oriented. Do not attempt to insert connectors at an angle, and do not use force when connecting or disconnecting the USB cable. 4 Turn on the camera.
Connecting to a Printer Printing Images One at a Time After connecting the camera to the printer correctly (A 98), print images by following the procedure below. 1 Print selection 15/05 2012 Rotate the zoom control to f (h) to display 12 thumbnails, and g (i) to switch back to full-frame playback. 2 Choose Copies and press the k button. NO. 32 32 PictBridge 0 0 1 prints Star t print Copies Paper size 3 Choose the number of copies (up to nine) and press the k button.
Connecting to a Printer 6 Choose Start print and press the k button. PictBridge 0 0 4 prints Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers Star t print Copies Paper size 7 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 the k button.
Connecting to a Printer 4 Choose Print selection, Print all images or DPOF printing and press the k button. Print menu Print selec tion Print all images DPOF printing Paper size Choose the images (up to 99) and number of copies (up to nine) of each. • Press the multi selector J or K to select images, and press H or I to set the number of copies for each. • Images selected for printing can be identified by the check mark (y) and the numeral indicating the number of copies to be printed.
Connecting to a Printer DPOF printing Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers Print images for which a print order was created in Print order (A 68). • The menu shown on the right is displayed. To print, select Start print and press the k button. Choose Cancel and press the k button to return to the print menu. • To view the current print order, choose View images and press the k button. To print images, press the k button again.
Basic Camera Setup Setup Menu The setup menu contains the following options. Welcome screen A 105 Specify the welcome screen displayed when the camera is turned on. Time zone and date A 106 Set camera clock and choose home and destination time zones. Monitor settings A 110 Adjust photo info, image review, and brightness settings. Print date A 112 Imprint date on images. Vibration reduction A 113 Specify the vibration reduction setting for capturing still images.
Setup Menu Displaying the Setup Menu 1 Press the d button. The menu is displayed. Easy auto mode Image mode When using easy auto mode, scene mode, or smart portrait mode, press the multi selector (A 11) J to display the tabs. 2 Press the multi selector J. You can now select a tab. 3 Press H or I to select the z tab. Image mode Basic Camera Setup Set up Welcome screen Time zone and date Monitor settings Print date Vibration reduction Motion detection Sound settings 4 Press K or the k button.
Setup Menu Welcome Screen d button M z (Setup menu) (A 104) M 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.
Setup Menu Time Zone and Date d button M z (Setup menu) (A 104) M Time zone and date Set the camera clock. Date and time Set camera clock to current date and time. Use the multi selector to set the date and time. • Choose an item: Press J or K (to change between D, M, Y, Hour, and Minute). • Edit the highlighted item: Press H or I. • Apply the setting: Choose Minute and press the k button.
Setup Menu Setting Travel Destination Time Zone 1 Use the multi selector to choose Time zone and press the k button. The Time zone menu is displayed. Time zone and date 15/05/2012 15:30 London, Casablanca Date and time Date format Time zone 2 Choose x Travel destination and press the k button. The date and time displayed in the monitor changes according to the region currently selected. 3 Press K.
Setup Menu C The Clock Battery The camera’s clock is powered by a clock battery that is independent of the batteries that power the camera. The clock battery charges when the main batteries are installed or an AC adapter is connected, and can provide several days of backup power after about 10 hours of charging. C w (Home Time Zone) • To switch to the home time zone, choose w Home time zone in step 2 and press the k button.
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 and time in the setup menu.
Setup Menu Monitor Settings d button M z (Setup menu) (A 104) M Monitor settings The following settings are available. Photo info Choose information displayed in the monitor during shooting and playback mode. (A 111) Image review • On (default setting): Images are automatically displayed briefly immediately after shooting. • Off: Images are not displayed after shooting. Brightness Choose from five settings for monitor brightness. The default setting is 3.
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 15/05/2012 15:30 0004.JPG Show info 30 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 info. (default setting) The information is displayed again when an operation is performed.
Setup Menu Print Date d button M z (Setup menu) (A 104) M Print date The shooting date and time can be imprinted on images at the time of shooting. This shooting date and time will be imprinted on images when printing, even if the printer does not support date printing (A 70). 15.05.2012 f Date Date is imprinted on images. S Date and time Date and time are imprinted on images. k Off (default setting) Basic Camera Setup Date and time are not imprinted on images.
Setup Menu Vibration Reduction d button M z (Setup menu) (A 104) M Vibration reduction Specify the vibration reduction setting for shooting still images. Vibration reduction effectively corrects blur that commonly occurs when shooting with zooming or at slow shutter speeds. Set vibration reduction to Off when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting. V On (hybrid) g On (default setting) Image-sensor shift vibration reduction reduces the effects of camera shake.
Setup Menu Motion Detection d button M z (Setup menu) (A 104) M Motion detection Specify whether or not motion detection is used to reduce the effects of subject movement and camera shake when taking still pictures. U Auto (default setting) When the camera detects subject movement or camera shake, the ISO sensitivity and shutter speed are automatically increased to reduce blurring.
Setup Menu Sound Settings d button M z (Setup menu) (A 104) M Sound settings Specify 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, twice when the focus has been locked, and three times when an error is detected, and Start-up sound will also play when the camera is turned on. Shutter sound Choose shutter sound from On (default setting) or Off.
Setup Menu Auto Off d button M z (Setup menu) (A 104) M Auto off If no operations are performed for a specified amount of time, the monitor turns off and the camera enters standby mode (A 15). Use this option to set the amount of time that passes before the camera enters standby mode. Auto off Choose the time allowed to elapse before the camera enters standby mode if no operations are performed from 30 s (default setting), 1 min, 5 min, and 30 min.
Setup Menu Format Memory/Format Card d button M z (Setup menu) (A 104) M Format memory/Format card Use this option to format the internal memory or a memory card. Formatting the internal memory or memory cards permanently deletes all data. Deleted images cannot be restored. Be sure to transfer important images to a computer before formatting. Formatting internal memory To format the internal memory, remove the memory card from the camera. The Format memory option is displayed in the setup menu.
Setup Menu Language d button M z (Setup menu) (A 104) M Language Select one of 26 languages for display of camera menus and messages.
Setup Menu TV Settings d button M z (Setup menu) (A 104) M TV settings Adjust settings for connection to a television. Set Video mode to NTSC or PAL depending on the specification of the connected television. Blink Warning d button M z (Setup menu) (A 104) M Blink warning On When the camera detects that one or more human subjects have closed their eyes shortly after detecting the faces and shooting them, the Did someone blink? screen will be displayed in the monitor.
Setup Menu Operating the Did someone blink? Screen The following operations are available when the Did someone blink? screen is displayed. If no operations are performed for a few seconds, the screen automatically returns to the shooting mode screen. Did someone blink? Exit Function Control Enlarge and display the face of the person who blinked g (i) Switch to full-frame playback f (h) Basic Camera Setup l Rotate the zoom control to f (h). Press the l button.
Setup Menu Reset All d button M z (Setup menu) (A 104) M 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 28) Auto Self-timer (A 31) Off Macro mode (A 51) Off Exposure compensation (A 32) 0.
Setup Menu Movie Menu Option Default value Movie options (A 85) HD 720p (1280×720) Autofocus mode (A 86) Single AF Electronic VR (A 86) On Enhanced resolution (A 87) Auto Setup Menu Option Default value Basic Camera Setup Welcome screen (A 105) None Photo info (A 110) Auto info Image review (A 110) On Brightness (A 110) 3 Print date (A 112) Off Vibration reduction (A 113) On Motion detection (A 114) Auto Button sound (A 115) On Shutter sound (A 115) On Auto off (A 116) 30 s
Setup Menu Battery Type d button M z (Setup menu) (A 104) M Battery type To ensure that the camera shows the correct battery level (A 20), choose the type that matches the batteries currently in use.
Setup Menu Firmware Version d button M z (Setup menu) (A 104) M Firmware version View the current camera firmware version. COOLPIX L310 Ver.x.
Notes on Camera Care and General Usage 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, monitor, memory card slot or battery chamber.
Caring for the Camera C The Battery • After purchasing replacement rechargeable batteries, charge them before use. They are not fully charged at the time of purchase. Be sure to read and follow the information found in “Optional Accessories” (A 129) and in the documentation included with the Battery Charger MH-73 (available separately). • Check the battery level when taking the camera out, and replace the batteries if necessary (A 20).
Caring for the Camera Cleaning Monitor Remove dust or lint with a blower. To remove fingerprints and other stains, clean the monitor with a soft, dry cloth, being careful not to apply pressure. Body Use a blower to remove dust, dirt or sand, then wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth. After using the camera at the beach or seaside, wipe off any sand or salt with a dry cloth lightly dampened with fresh water, then dry thoroughly.
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 battery if the camera will not be used for an extended period.
Technical Notes Optional Accessories Battery charger/ Rechargeable batteries1 • Battery Charger MH-73 (includes four EN-MH2 rechargeable Ni-MH batteries) • Replacement rechargeable batteries: Rechargeable Ni-MH batteries EN-MH2-B4 (set of four EN-MH2 batteries) AC adapter AC Adapter EH-67 USB cable USB Cable UC-E62 Audio/video cable Audio Video Cable EG-CP14 Lens cap Lens Cap LC-CP222 1 When using with the COOLPIX L310, charge the four EN-MH2 rechargeable Ni-MH batteries at a time using Battery C
Optional Accessories Approved Memory Cards The following Secure Digital (SD) memory cards have been tested and approved for use in this camera. Memory cards with an SD Speed Class rating of 6 or faster are recommended for recording movies. When using a memory card with a lower Speed Class rating, movie recording may stop unexpectedly.
File and Folder Names Images 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 images, movies DSCN Still images .JPG Small copies SSCN Movies .
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 Solution A Technical Notes The lens cap may be Make sure that the lens cap 15 attached, or a lens error has has been removed, then occurred. turn the camera on again. If the error persists even after the camera is turned off and then on again, contact retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. O (flashes) Clock not set. Set clock.
Error Messages Display N Out of memory. P Image cannot be saved. Problem Memory card is full. Solution • Choose smaller image mode. • Delete images. • Insert new memory card. • Remove memory card and use internal memory. A 54 27, 88 18 18 Error occurred while saving Format internal memory or 117 image. memory card. Camera has run out of file numbers. • Insert new memory card. 18 • Format internal memory 117 or memory card. Image cannot be used for welcome screen.
Error Messages Display Problem N File not created with File contains no image COOLPIX L310. data. N All images are hidden. No images available for a slide show. N This image cannot be deleted. Image is protected. N Destination in same time Travel destination is in zone as home. the current time zone. Technical Notes 134 A Solution File cannot be viewed on this camera. View file using the computer or any other devices which was used to create or edit this file. – Disable protection.
Error Messages Display Problem A Solution PR Paper has jammed in the Printer error: paper jam printer. Eject the jammed paper, select Resume and press the k button to resume printing.* – PR Printer error: out of paper Load the specified paper, select Resume and press the k button to resume printing.* – PR Ink error. Printer error: check ink Check ink, select Resume and press the k button to resume printing.* – PR Ink cartridge is empty.
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 Technical Notes 136 Cause/Solution • Camera is off. • Battery exhausted.
Troubleshooting Problem Cause/Solution A Monitor turns off, and the Battery temperature is high. Turn off camera and 14 power-on lamp flashes quickly. allow battery to cool down before resuming use. After the lamps flash for three minutes, the camera will turn off automatically. Pressing the power switch also turns off the camera. Electronically Controlled Cameras In extremely rare instances, unusual characters may appear in the monitor and the camera may stop functioning.
Troubleshooting Problem Streaks of light or partial discoloration are visible in the monitor. Technical Notes 138 Cause/Solution Smear may occur when the camera is aimed at a bright subject. When using multi-16, sport continuous, or when recording movies, avoid bright objects such as the sun, reflections of the sun, and electric lights. Bright specks appear in images Flash is reflecting off particles in air. Set flash captured with flash. mode to W (Off). Flash does not fire.
Troubleshooting Problem Cause/Solution When taking pictures with V (auto with redeye reduction), or when taking pictures with Night portrait (either in easy auto mode or the Night portrait scene mode) and the fill flash Unexpected results when flash with slow sync and red-eye reduction is used, set to V (auto with red-eye red-eye reduction may be applied, in rare cases, reduction). to areas not affected by red-eye.
Troubleshooting Problem Images not displayed on television. Nikon Transfer 2 does not start when camera is connected. Images to be printed are not displayed. Cannot select paper size with camera. Technical Notes 140 Cause/Solution • Select the correct Video mode (Setup menu > TV settings). • Memory card contains no images. Replace memory card. Remove memory card to play back images from internal memory. • Camera is off. • Battery exhausted. • USB cable is not correctly connected.
Specifications Nikon COOLPIX L310 Digital Camera Type Effective pixels Image sensor Lens Focal length f/-number Construction Digital zoom Vibration reduction Autofocus (AF) Focus range (from lens) Focus-area selection Monitor Media File system File formats Image size (pixels) ISO sensitivity (Standard output sensitivity) Internal memory (approx. 102 MB), SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card DCF, Exif 2.3, and DPOF compliant Still pictures: JPEG Movies: MOV (Video: H.
Specifications Exposure Metering Exposure control Shutter Speed Aperture Range Self-timer Built-in flash Range (approx.) (ISO sensitivity: Auto) Flash control Interface Data transfer protocol Video output I/O terminal Supported languages Technical Notes Power sources Battery life Tripod socket Dimensions (W × H × D) Weight 142 256-segment matrix, center-weighted (digital zoom less than 2×), spot (digital zoom 2× or more) Programmed auto exposure with motion detection and exposure compensation (-2.
Specifications Operating environment Operating temperature Humidity 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Less than 85% (no condensation) • Unless otherwise stated, all figures are basically for a camera with fully-charged LR6/L40 (AA-size) alkaline 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.
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 images to be printed from print orders saved on the memory card. • Exif version 2.3: This camera supports Exif (Exchangeable Image File Format for Digital Still Cameras) version 2.
Index Symbols k (apply selection) button 5, 11 b (e movie-record) button 5, 10 c (Playback) button 5, 10 A (shooting mode) button 5, 10 A Auto mode 50 l Delete button 5, 27, 88 c D-Lighting 77 G Easy auto mode 34, 20 o Exposure compensation 32 m Flash mode 29 p Macro mode 51 c Playback mode 26 C Scene mode 35 n Self-timer 31 F Smart portrait mode 46 d Sport continuous mode 48 R 45 f button 4, 23, 62, 63, 64, 65 h button 4, 23, 62, 63, 64, 65 g button 4, 23, 62, 63, 64, 65 i button 4, 23, 62, 63, 64, 65 j bu
Index Electronic VR 86 Enhanced Resolution 87 EN-MH2 14, 123, 126, 129 Exposure compensation 32 Extension 131 Eyelet for camera strap 4 L F Macro mode 51 Memory capacity 20 Memory card 18, 130 Memory card slot 5, 18 Monitor 5, 8, 127 Motion detection 114 MOV 131 Movie Editing 89 Movie menu 80, 83 Movie options 85 Movie playback 88 Multi selector 5, 11 Multi-shot 16 58 Museum l 40 File names 131 Fill flash 28 Fireworks show m 41 Firmware version 124 Flash 4, 28, 30 Flash lamp 5, 30 Fluorescent 56 Focus 1
Index Photo info 110 PictBridge 97, 144 Playback 26, 62, 63, 65, 88 Playback button 5, 10 Playback menu 67 Playback zoom 65 Portrait b 36 Power 14, 16, 20 Power switch 4, 14, 20 Power-on lamp 4, 14, 20 Preset manual 57 Print 99, 100 Print date 16, 106, 112 Print order 68 Print order (Date) 69 Printer 97 Protect 72 R Small picture 78 Smart portrait 46 Snow z 38 Sound settings 115 Speaker 4 Sport continuous mode 48 SSCN 131 Standard color 60 Strap 6 Sunset h 38 T Tabs 13 Thumbnail playback 63 Time zone 16,
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