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Feature Highlights of the COOLPIX L820 Let your camera take over G (Easy Auto) Mode................................................. A 36 When you aim the camera at your subject, the camera selects the appropriate settings for you. It’s easy to take pictures in situations that normally require difficult settings, such as when shooting with backlighting or shooting at night. Simply press the shutter-release button to capture beautiful shots quickly and easily.
Introduction Parts of the Camera The Basics of Shooting and Playback Shooting Features Playback Features Recording and Playing Back Movies General Camera Setup Reference Section Technical Notes and Index i
Introduction Read This First Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX L820 digital camera. Before using the camera, please read the information in “For Your Safety” (A ix) and familiarize yourself with the information provided in this manual. After reading, please keep this manual handy and refer to it to enhance your enjoyment of your new camera.
About This Manual If you want to start using the camera right away, see “The Basics of Shooting and Playback” (A 13). To learn about the parts of the camera and information that is displayed in the monitor, see “Parts of the Camera” (A 1).
Other Information • Symbols and Conventions To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and conventions are used in this manual: Icon Description Introduction B This icon indicates cautions and information that should be read before using the camera. C This icon indicates notes and information that should be read before using the camera. A/E/F These icons indicate other pages containing relevant information; E: “Reference Section”, F: “Technical Notes and Index.
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.
Before Taking Important Pictures Before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at weddings or before taking the camera on a trip), take a test shot to ensure that the camera is functioning normally. Nikon will not be held liable for damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction.
Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction Note that simply being in possession of material that was digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera or other device may be punishable by law. • Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced Introduction Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, securities, government bonds or local government bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are stamped “Sample.
Disposing of Data Storage Devices Introduction viii Please note that deleting images or formatting data storage devices such as memory cards or built-in camera memory does not completely erase the original image data. Deleted files can sometimes be recovered from discarded storage devices using commercially available software, potentially resulting in the malicious use of personal image data. Ensuring the privacy of such data is the user’s responsibility.
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. WARNINGS Turn off in the event of malfunction Should you notice smoke or an unusual smell coming from the camera or AC adapter, unplug the AC adapter and remove the batteries immediately, taking care to avoid burns.
Keep out of reach of children Particular care should be taken to prevent infants from putting the batteries or other small parts into their mouths. Introduction Do not remain in contact with the camera, battery charger, or AC adapter for extended periods while the devices are on or in use Parts of the devices become hot. Leaving the devices in direct contact with the skin for extended periods may result in low-temperature burns.
• • • • Observe the following precautions when handling the Battery Chargers (available separately) Keep dry. Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or electric shock. Dust on or near the metal parts of the plug should be removed with a dry cloth. Continued use could result in fire. Do not handle the power cable or go near the battery charger during lightning storms. Failure to observe this precaution could result in electric shock.
CD-ROMs The CD-ROMs included with this device should not be played back on audio CD equipment. Playing CD-ROMs on an audio CD player could cause hearing loss or damage the equipment. Introduction Observe caution when using the flash Using the flash close to your subject’s eyes could cause temporary visual impairment. Particular care should be observed if photographing infants, when the flash should be no less than 1 m (3 ft 4 in.) from the subject.
Notices Notice for Customers in the U.S.A. Introduction 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.
Interface Cables Use the interface cables sold or provided by Nikon for your equipment. Using other interface cables may exceed the limits of Class B Part 15 of the FCC rules. Introduction Notice for customers in the State of California WARNING Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. Nikon Inc.
Table of Contents The Basics of Shooting and Playback... 13 Read This First ....................................................... ii About This Manual .................................................. iii Information and Precautions............................. v For Your Safety .................................................... ix WARNINGS ................................................................... ix Notices.................................................................
Introduction xvi Shooting Features...................................... 35 Playback Features ...................................... 73 G (Easy Auto) Mode ....................................... 36 Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes).......................... 37 To View a Description of Each Scene ........ 38 Characteristics of Each Scene......................... 38 Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting) ............. 47 Smart Portrait Mode (Capturing Smiling Faces)....................
Reference Section ................................. E1 Introduction Using Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playback) ........................... E2 Shooting with Easy Panorama................. E2 Viewing Images Captured with Easy Panorama.............................................................. E5 Viewing and Deleting Images Captured Continuously (Sequence).......................... E6 Viewing Images in a Sequence ............... E6 Deleting Images in a Sequence .............. E8 Editing Still Images.....
Introduction xviii The Setup Menu ......................................... E59 Welcome Screen............................................ E59 Time Zone and Date ................................... E60 Monitor Settings............................................ E63 Print Date (Imprinting Date and Time).................... E65 Vibration Reduction..................................... E67 Motion Detection.......................................... E68 AF Assist ...............................................
Parts of the Camera The Camera Body....................................................2 Attaching the Camera Strap and Lens Cap..........................................4 Raising and Lowering the Flash ...............................................................5 Parts of the Camera This chapter describes the parts of the camera and explains information that is displayed in the monitor. Using Menus (d Button).....................................6 The Monitor...........................................
The Camera Body 1 23 4 56 7 3 8 Parts of the Camera 9 10 14 1 2 13 12 11 Zoom control........................................................ 27 f : Wide-angle .............................................. 27 g : Telephoto................................................. 27 h : Thumbnail playback .......................... 75 i : Playback zoom...................................... 74 j : Help.............................................................. 38 2 Shutter-release button...............
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 13 14 15 1 Monitor ........................................................................ 8 8 Multi selector 2 A (shooting mode) button .................................................................36, 37, 49, 52 9 k (apply selection) button 3 Flash lamp............................................................... 56 10 Battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover..........................14, 16 4 b (e movie-record) button..................... 88 11 l (delete) button..
Attaching the Camera Strap and Lens Cap Attach the Lens Cap LC-CP28 to the camera strap, and then attach the strap to the camera. Parts of the Camera Attach them at two places. B 4 Lens Cap • Remove the lens cap before you take a picture. • At times when you are not 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.
Raising and Lowering the Flash Press the m (flash pop-up) button to raise the flash. • Flash settings ➝ “Using the Flash (Flash Modes)” (A 54) • Push the flash down gently to lower the flash until it clicks into place when not in use.
Using Menus (d Button) You can use the multi selector and the k button to navigate the menus. 1 Press the d button. 2 • The menu is displayed. Press the multi selector J. • The menu icon is displayed in yellow. Menu icon Shooting menu Image mode White balance Continuous Parts of the Camera ISO sensitivity Color options 3 6 Press H or I to select the desired menu icon. 4 Press the k button. • You can now select items within the menu.
5 Press H or I to select an item in the menu. 6 Press the k button. • The settings for the item you selected are displayed. Vibration reduction Welcome screen Time zone and date Monitor settings On (hybrid) Print date On Vibration reduc tion O ff Motion detec tion 7 Press H or I to select a setting. 8 Press the k button. • The setting you selected is applied. • When you are finished using the menu, press the d button.
The Monitor • The information that is displayed in the monitor during shooting and playback changes depending on the camera’s settings and state of use. By default, information is displayed when you turn on the camera and also when you operate the camera, and disappears after a few seconds (Monitor settings (A 96) > Photo info > Auto info). Shooting Mode Parts of the Camera 37 36 10 35 34 HDR 33 32 31 2 5 6 4 1 7 3 8 9 10 10 11 12 30 13 14 15 29 29m 0s 28 27 26 +1.
Shooting mode.....................36, 37, 47, 49, 52 20 Internal memory indicator ............................22 2 Macro mode .......................................................... 59 21 Movie recording time...................... 88, E55 3 Zoom indicator ............................................ 27, 59 22 Aperture value ......................................................29 4 Focus indicator..................................................... 28 23 Shutter speed..........................
Playback Mode 1 22 21 20 2 3 4 15/05/2013 12:00 9999.
1 Date of recording ............................................... 18 13 Internal memory indicator ............................30 2 Time of recording............................................... 18 3 Eye-Fi indicator .................................................... 97 4 Battery level indicator...................................... 22 Easy panorama playback guide .................43 14 Sequence playback guide .............................31 Movie playback indicator............................
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The Basics of Shooting and Playback Preparation Shooting Step 1 Turn the Camera On..............................................................................................22 Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode.......................................................................................24 Step 3 Frame a Picture .......................................................................................................26 Step 4 Focus and Shoot..............................................................
Preparation 1 Insert 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. 2 1 2 Insert the batteries. The Basics of Shooting and Playback • Confirm that the positive (+) and negative (–) terminals are oriented correctly as described on the labels at the entrance of the battery chamber, and insert the batteries.
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. • The camera, batteries, or memory card may be hot immediately after using the camera. Observe caution when removing the batteries or memory card. B Notes About the Batteries • Be sure to read and follow the warnings for the battery on page x and in “Batteries” (F3) before use.
Preparation 2 Insert a Memory Card 1 Turn off the camera and open the batterychamber/memory card slot cover. • When the camera turns off, the monitor turns off. • Before opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover, hold the camera upside down to prevent the batteries from falling out. 2 3 2 1 Insert a memory card. • Slide the memory card in until it clicks into place.
B Formatting a Memory Card • The first time you insert a memory card that has been used in another device into this camera, be sure to format it with this camera. • All data stored on a memory card is permanently deleted when the card is formatted. Copy any data on the card that you wish to keep to a computer before formatting. • To format a memory card, insert the card into the camera, press the d button, and select Format card (E72) in the setup menu (A 96).
Preparation 3 Set the Display Language, Date, and Time When the camera is turned on for the first time, 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. • When the camera is turned on, the power-on lamp (green) lights and then the monitor turns on (the power-on lamp turns off when the monitor turns on).
4 Press J or K to select your home time zone and then press the k button. • Press H to enable daylight saving time. When the daylight saving time function is enabled, W is displayed in the monitor. Press I to disable the daylight saving time function. 5 Press H or I to select the date format and then press the k button. London, Casablanca Back Date format Year/Month/Day Day/Month/Year 6 Press H, I, J, or K to set the date and time, and then press the k button.
8 Make sure that the lens cap has been removed, then press the A button. • The lens extends and the shooting-mode selection screen is displayed. 9 The Basics of Shooting and Playback 20 When Easy auto mode is displayed, press the k button. • The camera enters the shooting mode and you can take pictures in Easy auto mode (A 24). • To switch to another shooting mode, press H or I before pressing the k button. Press this button in shooting mode for shooting-mode selection menu.
C Changing the Language Setting and the Date and Time Setting • You can change these settings using the Language (E73) and Time zone and date (E60) settings in the z setup menu (A 96). • You can enable and disable daylight saving time by selecting the z setup menu > Time zone and date (E60) > Time zone. When enabled, the clock moves forward one hour; when disabled, the clock moves back one hour.
Step 1 Turn the Camera On 1 Remove the lens cap and press the power switch to turn on the camera. • The lens extends and the monitor turns on. • Raise the flash when using it (A 5). 2 Battery level indicator The Basics of Shooting and Playback Battery Level Indicator Display Description b Battery level high. B Battery level low. Prepare to replace the batteries. Battery exhausted. Cannot take pictures. Replace the batteries.
Turning the Camera On and Off • Remove the lens cap and turn the camera on. • When the camera is turned on, the power-on lamp (green) lights and then the monitor turns on (the power-on lamp turns off when the monitor turns on). • To turn off the camera, press the power switch. When the camera turns off, the power-on lamp and monitor turn off. • You can press and hold the c (playback) button to turn on the camera and switch to playback mode. The lens does not extend.
Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode 1 Press the A button. • The shooting-mode selection menu, which allows you to select the desired shooting mode, is displayed. 2 The Basics of Shooting and Playback 24 Press the multi selector H or I to select the desired shooting mode and then press the k button. • G (easy auto) mode is used in this example. • The shooting mode setting is saved when the camera is turned off.
Available Shooting Modes The camera automatically selects the optimum scene mode when you frame a picture. b Scene (A 37) Camera settings are optimized according to the scene that you select. • To select a scene, first display the shooting-mode selection menu and then press the multi selector K. Select the desired scene by pressing H, I, J, or K, and then press the k button. D Special effects (A 47) Effects can be applied to images when shooting. Six different effects are available.
Step 3 Frame a Picture 1 Hold the camera steady. • Keep fingers, hair, the camera strap, and other objects away from the lens, flash, AF-assist illuminator, and microphone. The Basics of Shooting and Playback 2 Frame the picture. Shooting mode icon • Aim the camera at the desired subject. • When the camera automatically determines the scene mode, the shooting mode icon changes (A 36).
C When Using a Tripod • We recommend using a tripod to stabilize the camera in the following situations: - When shooting in dark conditions with the flash lowered, or when shooting in dark conditions using a shooting mode in which the flash does not fire - When zooming in on the subject • Set Vibration reduction to Off in the setup menu (A 96) when using a tripod.
Step 4 Focus and Shoot 1 Press the shutter-release button halfway (A 29). • When a face is detected: The camera focuses on the face framed by the yellow double border (focus area). When the subject is in focus, the double border turns green. The Basics of Shooting and Playback F 3.0 1/250 F 3.0 • When you are using digital zoom, the camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame and the focus area is not displayed. When the camera has focused, the focus indicator (A 8) lights in green.
The Shutter-release Button Press halfway To set focus and exposure (shutter speed and aperture value), press the shutter-release button halfway, stopping when you feel resistance. Focus and exposure remain locked while the shutterrelease button is pressed halfway. Press all the way While pressing the shutter-release button halfway, press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to release the shutter and take a picture.
Step 5 Play Back Images 1 Press the c (playback) button. • The camera switches to playback mode and the last image saved is displayed in full-frame playback mode. c (playback) button 2 Use the multi selector to select an image to display. Displays the previous image The Basics of Shooting and Playback • Display the previous image: H or J • Display the next image: I or K • Press and hold H, I, J, or K to scroll quickly through images.
C Viewing Images • Images may be displayed briefly at low resolution immediately after switching to the previous image or next image. • When you play back images in which the face of a person (A 68) or pet (A 44) was detected at the time of shooting, depending on the orientation of the detected face, the images are automatically rotated for playback display.
Step 6 Delete Images 1 Press the l button to delete the image currently displayed in the monitor. 2 Press the multi selector H or I to select the desired deletion method and then press the k button. The Basics of Shooting and Playback • Current image: Only the current image is deleted. • Erase selected images: Multiple images can be selected and deleted (A 33). • All images: All images are deleted. • To exit without deleting, press the d button.
Operating the Erase Selected Images Screen 1 Press the multi selector J or K to select an image to be deleted, and then press H to display c. • To undo the selection, press I to remove c. • Rotate the zoom control (A 2) to g (i) to switch to fullframe playback mode or f (h) to display thumbnails. 2 Erase selected images Back ON/OFF Add c to all images that you want to delete and then press the k button to confirm the selection. • A confirmation dialog is displayed.
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Shooting Features This chapter describes the camera’s shooting modes and the features that are available when using each shooting mode. You can adjust settings according to the shooting conditions and the kind of pictures you want to take. Shooting Features G (Easy Auto) Mode............................................ 36 Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) .......... 37 Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting)... 47 Smart Portrait Mode (Capturing Smiling Faces) ... 49 A (Auto) Mode .......
G (Easy Auto) Mode The camera automatically selects the optimum scene mode when you frame a picture. Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M G (easy auto) mode M k button Automatic Scene Selection Shooting Features 36 The camera automatically selects one of the following scenes when you point the camera at a subject: • e Portrait • f Landscape • h Night portrait* • g Night landscape* • i Close-up • j Backlighting • U Other scenes * One image is captured at a slow shutter speed.
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) When one of the following scenes is selected, camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected scene. Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M b (second icon from the top*) M K M H, I, J, K M select a scene M k button * The icon of the last scene selected is displayed.
To View a Description of Each Scene Select the desired scene from the scene selection screen and rotate the zoom control (A 2) to g (j) to view a description of that scene. To return to the original screen, rotate the zoom control to g (j) again. Landscape Characteristics of Each Scene b Portrait • • • • • Shooting Features When the camera detects a person’s face, it focuses on that face (A 68). The skin softening feature makes the skin tones in people’s faces appear smoother (A 51).
e Night portrait f Party/indoor • The camera focuses on the area in the center of the frame. • As images are easily affected by camera shake, hold the camera steadily. Set Vibration reduction to Off in the setup menu (A 96) when shooting using a tripod to stabilize the camera. Shooting Features • The flash always fires. Raise the flash before shooting. • After you select e Night portrait, select Y Hand-held or Z Tripod on the next screen.
h Sunset O • The camera focuses on the area in the center of the frame. i Dusk/dawn O • The focus area or focus indicator (A 9) always turns green when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. j Night landscape Shooting Features • After you select j Night landscape, select Y Hand-held or Z Tripod on the next screen. • Y Hand-held (default setting): Select this option to produce shots with reduced blurring and noise even when the camera is hand-held.
u Food • Macro mode (A 59) is enabled and the camera automatically zooms to the closest position at which it can shoot. • You can adjust hue by pressing the multi selector H or I. The hue setting is saved in the camera’s memory even after the camera is turned off. • The camera focuses on the area in the center of the frame. Use focus lock to frame the picture on an object not in the center of 29m 0s the frame (A 70). • The camera focuses even when the shutter-release button is not 970 pressed halfway.
o Backlighting Shooting Features 42 • After you select o Backlighting, set HDR (high dynamic range) compositing to On or Off on the next screen. • The camera focuses on the area in the center of the frame. • When HDR is set to On: Use when taking pictures with very bright and dark areas in the same frame. - P is displayed when shooting. - Digital zoom cannot be used.
p Easy panorama • You can take a panorama picture simply by moving the camera in the desired direction. • After you select p Easy panorama, select the shooting range from Normal (180°) or Wide (360°) on the next screen. • Press the shutter-release button all the way down, remove your finger from the button, and then slowly pan the camera horizontally. Shooting automatically ends when the camera captures the specified shooting range.
O Pet portrait • When you aim the camera at the face of a dog or cat, the camera can detect the face and focus on it. By default, the camera automatically releases the shutter once it has focused (pet portrait auto release). • After you select O Pet portrait, select Single or Continuous on the next screen. - Single: Images are captured one at a time. - Continuous: The camera captures three images continuously at a rate of about 2.1 fps when it has focused on the detected face.
s 3D photography • The camera captures one image for each eye to simulate a 3D image on a 3D-compatible TV or monitor. • After taking the first picture by pressing the shutter-release button, move the camera horizontally to the right so that the subject is aligned with the guide on the monitor. The camera automatically captures the second image when it detects that the subject is aligned with the guide. • The camera focuses on the area in the center of the frame for the first shot.
B Playing Back 3D Images • 3D images cannot be played back in 3D on the camera monitor. Only the left eye image of a 3D image is displayed during playback. • To view 3D images in 3D, a 3D-compatible TV or monitor is required. Use a 3D-compatible HDMI cable to connect the camera and these devices (A 78) for 3D viewing. • When connecting the camera using an HDMI cable, set TV settings in the setup menu (A 97) as follows: - HDMI: Set to Auto (default setting) or 1080i.
Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting) Effects can be applied to images when shooting. Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M D (third icon from the top*) M K M H, I, J, K M select an effect M k button * The icon of the last effect selected is displayed. The following six effects are available. Category Selective color Description Softens the image by adding a slight blur to the entire image.
• The camera focuses on the area in the center of the frame. • When Selective color is selected, press the multi selector H or I to select the desired color from the slider. To change settings for any of the following functions, first press the k button to cancel color selection, then change the settings as desired. - Flash mode (A 54) - Self-timer (A 57) - Macro mode (A 59) Slider - Exposure compensation (A 61) To return to the color selection screen, press the k button again.
Smart Portrait Mode (Capturing Smiling Faces) When the camera detects a smiling face, you can take a picture automatically without pressing the shutter-release button (smile timer). You can use the skin softening option to smooth the skin tones in people’s faces. Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M F Smart portrait mode M k button 1 Frame the picture. • Raise the flash when using it (A 5). • Point the camera at a person’s face.
B Notes About Smart Portrait Mode • Digital zoom cannot be used. • Under some shooting conditions, the camera may be unable to detect faces or detect smiles. • “Notes About Face Detection” ➝ A 69 C Auto Off When Using Smile Timer When Smile timer is set to On, the auto off function (A 96) is activated and the camera turns off when either of the situations indicated below persists and no other operations are performed. • The camera does not detect any faces.
Using Skin Softening When the shutter is released in one of the following shooting modes, the camera detects one or more person’s faces (up to three), and processes the image to soften facial skin tones. • Portrait or Night portrait in G (easy auto) mode (A 36) • Portrait (A 38) or Night portrait (A 39) in scene mode • Smart portrait mode (A 49) Skin softening can also be applied to saved images (A 76, E13).
A (Auto) Mode Used for general shooting. Settings can be adjusted in the shooting menu (A 65) to suit the shooting conditions and the type of picture you want to take. Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M A (auto) mode M k button • The camera focuses on the area in the center of the frame.
Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector When shooting, the multi selector H, I, J, or K can be used to set the following features.
Using the Flash (Flash Modes) In dark locations or when the subject is backlit, you can take pictures with the flash by raising the flash. When using A (auto) mode and other shooting modes, you can set the flash mode. 1 Press the m (flash pop-up) button. • The flash pops up. • The flash does not fire while it is lowered. W is displayed to indicate that the flash does not fire. Shooting Features 2 Press the multi selector H (X flash mode).
Available Flash Modes U Auto The flash fires automatically when lighting is dim. V Auto with red-eye reduction Reduces red-eye in portraits caused by the flash (A 56). X Fill flash The flash fires whenever a picture is taken. Use to “fill-in” (illuminate) shadows and backlit subjects. Y Slow sync Auto flash mode is combined with slow shutter speed. Suited to evening and night portraits that include background scenery.
B Lowering the Flash Push the flash down gently to lower the flash until it clicks into place when not in use (A 5). C The Flash Lamp The flash lamp indicates the status of the flash when you press the shutter-release button halfway. • On: The flash fires when a picture is taken. • Flashing: The flash is charging. The camera cannot take pictures. • Off: The flash does not fire when a picture is taken. If the battery level is low, the monitor turns off while the flash is charging.
Using the Self-timer The camera’s self-timer can release the shutter about 10 seconds after you press the shutterrelease button. The self-timer is useful when you want to be in the picture you are taking, or when you want to avoid the effects of camera shake that occur when you press the shutter-release button. When using the self-timer, use of a tripod is recommended. Set Vibration reduction to Off in the setup menu (A 96) when shooting using a tripod to stabilize the camera.
4 Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down. • The self-timer starts, and the number of seconds remaining before the shutter is released is displayed in the monitor. The self-timer lamp flashes while the timer is counting down. About one second before the shutter is released, the lamp stops flashing and glows steadily. • When the shutter is released, the self-timer is set to OFF. • To stop the timer before a picture is taken, press the shutter-release button again. 9 1/250 F 3.
Using Macro Mode When using macro mode, the camera can focus on objects as close as about 1 cm (0.4 in.) from the lens. This feature is useful when taking close-up pictures of flowers and other small subjects. 1 Press the multi selector I (p macro mode). 2 Press H or I to select ON and then press the k button. Macro mode • F is displayed. • If a setting is not applied by pressing the k button within a few seconds, the selection is canceled.
B Notes About Using the Flash The flash may be unable to light the entire subject at distances of less than 50 cm (1 ft 8 in.). C Autofocus Depending on the shooting mode, when shooting still images in macro mode, the camera focuses continuously until the shutter-release button is pressed halfway to lock the focus. You may hear the sound of the camera focusing. C The Macro Mode Setting • Macro mode cannot be used when using certain shooting modes.
Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation) You can adjust overall image brightness. 1 Press the multi selector K (o exposure compensation). 2 Press H or I to select a compensation value. Exposure compensation • To make the image brighter, apply positive (+) exposure compensation. • To make the image darker, apply negative (–) exposure compensation. +2.0 +0.3 -2.0 3 • If you do not press the k button within a few seconds, the setting is applied and the menu disappears.
Default Settings Default settings for each shooting mode are described below. Flash1 (A 54) G (easy auto) (A 36) U2 D (special effects) (A 47) U Self-timer (A 57) Macro (A 59) Exposure compensation (A 61) Off Off3 0.0 Off Off 0.0 F (smart portrait) (A 49) U4 Off5 Off6 0.0 A (auto) (A 52) U Off Off 0.0 b (A 38) V Off Off6 0.0 c (A 38) W 6 Off Off6 0.0 d (A 38) W6 Off6 Off6 0.0 e (A 39) V7 Off Off6 0.0 f (A 39) V8 Off Off6 0.0 Z (A 39) U Off Off6 0.
Flash1 (A 54) Self-timer (A 57) Macro (A 59) Exposure compensation (A 61) O (A 44) W6 Y10 Off 0.0 s (A 45) W6 Off6 Off 0.0 1 Setting is used when the flash is raised. The setting cannot be changed. The camera automatically selects the flash mode appropriate for the scene it has selected. 3 The setting cannot be changed. Automatically changes to macro mode when the camera selects Close-up. 4 Cannot be used when Blink proof is set to On. 5 Can be set when Smile timer is set to Off.
Features That Can Be Set by Pressing the d Button (Shooting Menu) When shooting, you can set the following features by pressing the d button. Image mode White balance Continuous ISO sensitivity Color options 29m 0s 970 The features that are available vary with the shooting mode, as shown below.
Available Shooting Menus A Image mode E31 White balance Allows you to adjust white balance to suit the light source in order to make the colors in images match what you see with your eye. The available settings are Auto (default setting), Preset manual, Daylight, Incandescent, Fluorescent, Cloudy, and Flash. E33 Continuous Allows you to capture a series of images.
Features That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously Certain features cannot be used simultaneously. Restricted function Option Description Continuous (A 65) When a setting other than Single is selected, the flash cannot be used. Blink proof (A 65) When Blink proof is set to On, the flash cannot be used. Self-timer Smile timer (A 65) When Smile timer is used for shooting, the self-timer cannot be used. Digital zoom Continuous (A 65) When Multi-shot 16 is selected, digital zoom cannot be used.
Restricted function Option Flash mode (A 54) Motion detection Continuous (A 65) Shutter sound Description When the flash fires, Motion detection is disabled. When Continuous H: 120 fps, Continuous H: 60 fps, or Multi-shot 16 is selected, Motion detection is disabled. ISO sensitivity (A 65) When the ISO sensitivity is set to any setting other than Auto, Motion detection is disabled. Continuous (A 65) When a setting other than Single is selected, the shutter sound is not heard.
Focusing Using Face Detection In the following shooting modes, the camera uses face detection to automatically focus on people’s faces. If the camera detects more than one face, a double border is displayed around the face that the camera focuses on, and single borders are displayed around the other faces.
B Notes About 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.
Focus Lock When the camera focuses on an object in the center of the frame, you can use focus lock to focus on an off-center subject. Use the following procedure when taking pictures using A (auto) mode. 1 Aim the camera at the subject so that the subject is in the center of the frame. 2 Press the shutter-release button halfway. • Confirm that the focus area turns green. • Focus and exposure are locked. Shooting Features 3 F 3.0 1/250 F 3.
B Subjects Not Suitable for Autofocus The camera may not focus as expected in the following situations. In some rare cases, the subject may not be in focus despite the fact that the focus area or the focus indicator turns green: • Subject is very dark • Objects of sharply differing brightness are included in the scene (e.g. the sun behind the subject makes that subject appear very dark) • No contrast between the subject and surroundings (e.g.
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Playback Features This chapter describes the features that are available when playing back images. Quick retouch D -Lighting 15/05/2013 15:30 0004.JPG Sk in softening Filter effec ts Print order 4/ 4 Slide show Playback Zoom .................................................... 74 Thumbnail Display, Calendar Display................ 75 Features That Can Be Set by Pressing the d Button (Playback Menu) ... 76 Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer ... 78 Using ViewNX 2........................
Playback Zoom Rotating the zoom control to g (i) in full-frame playback mode (A 30) zooms in on the center of the image displayed in the monitor. 15/05/2013 15:30 0004.JPG g (i) 4/ 4 Image is displayed full-frame. Playback Features 74 f (h) 3.0 Displayed area guide Image is zoomed in. • You can change the zoom ratio by rotating the zoom control to f (h) or g (i). Images can be zoomed up to approx. 10×. • To view a different area of the image, press the multi selector H, I, J, or K.
Thumbnail Display, Calendar Display Rotating the zoom control to f (h) in full-frame playback mode (A 30) displays images in “contact sheets” of thumbnail images. f (h) 15/05/2013 15:30 0001.
Features That Can Be Set by Pressing the d Button (Playback Menu) When viewing images in full-frame playback mode or thumbnail playback mode, you can configure the menu operations listed below by pressing the d button. Option Playback Features 76 Description A Quick retouch1, 2 Allows you to create retouched copies in which contrast and saturation have been enhanced. E11 D-Lighting1, 2 Allows you to create copies with enhanced brightness and contrast, brightening dark portions of an image.
Option Description Choose key picture Allows you to change the key picture for images captured in sequence (sequence of images; A 31). When making this setting, first select an image from the sequence you want to change before pressing the d button. A E52 1 Images are edited and saved with a new file name. Certain restrictions apply (E10). For example, images captured using Easy panorama (A 43) or 3D photography (A 45) cannot be edited, and the same editing feature cannot be applied multiple times.
Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer You can enhance your enjoyment of images and movies by connecting the camera to a TV, computer, or printer. • Before connecting the camera to an external device, make sure the remaining battery level is sufficient and turn the camera off. For information about the connection methods and subsequent operations, refer to the documentation included with the device in addition to this document. USB/audio/video output connector How to open the connector cover.
Viewing images on a TV E21 You can view the camera’s images and movies on a TV. Connection method: Connect the video and audio plugs of the included Audio Video Cable EG-CP16 to the TV’s input jacks. Alternatively, connect a commercially available HDMI cable (Type D) to the TV’s HDMI input jack. Viewing and organizing images on a computer A 80 If you transfer images to a computer, you can perform simple retouching and manage image data in addition to playing back images and movies.
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 included ViewNX 2 CD-ROM. Your Imaging Toolbox ViewNX 2™ Installing ViewNX 2 Playback Features • An Internet connection is required. Compatible Operating Systems Windows Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP Macintosh Mac OS X 10.6, 10.7, 10.
1 Start the computer and insert the ViewNX 2 CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. • Windows: If instructions for operating the CD-ROM are displayed in the window, follow the instructions to proceed to the installation window. • Mac OS: When the ViewNX 2 window is displayed, double-click the Welcome icon. 2 Select a language in the language selection dialog to open the installation window.
4 Download the software. • When the Software Download screen is displayed, click I agree - Begin download. • Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software. 5 Exit the installer when the installation completion screen is displayed. • Windows: Click Yes. • Mac OS: Click OK.
Transferring Images to the Computer 1 Choose how images will be copied to the computer. Choose one of the following methods: • Direct USB connection: Turn the camera off and ensure that the memory card is inserted in the camera. Connect the camera to the computer using the included USB cable. Turn the camera on. To transfer images that are saved in the camera’s internal memory, remove the memory card from the camera before connecting it to the computer.
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). 1 2 • At default settings, all the images on the memory card will be copied to the computer. 3 Playback Features 84 Terminate the connection. • If the camera is connected to the computer, turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable.
Viewing Images Start ViewNX 2. • Images are displayed in ViewNX 2 when transfer is complete. • Consult online help for more information on using ViewNX 2. Playback Features C Starting ViewNX 2 Manually • Windows: Double-click the ViewNX 2 shortcut icon on the desktop. • Mac OS: Click the ViewNX 2 icon in the Dock.
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You can record movies by simply pressing the b (e movie-record) button. 29m 0s 970 Recording and Playing Back Movies Recording and Playing Back Movies 14m30s Recording Movies ................................................ 88 Playing Back Movies............................................
Recording Movies You can record movies by simply pressing the b (e movie-record) button. 1 Display the shooting screen. Movie option • The icon for the selected movie option is displayed. The default setting is d 1080P/30p (A 91). Recording and Playing Back Movies 29m 0s 970 Maximum recording time 2 Lower the flash (A 5) • Recording movies while the flash is raised may cause the audio to be muffled. 3 Press the b (e movie-record) button to start movie recording.
B Notes About Saving Data After taking pictures or recording movies, the number of exposures remaining or the remaining recording time flashes while images or movies are being saved. Do not open the batterychamber/memory card slot cover. Image and movie data could be lost and the camera or memory card could be damaged. B Notes About Movie Recording B Recording and Playing Back Movies • Memory cards with an SD Speed Class rating of 6 or faster are recommended when recording movies (F20).
B Notes About Autofocus Autofocus may not perform as expected (A 71). Should this occur, try the following: 1. Set Autofocus mode in the movie menu to A Single AF (default setting) before starting movie recording (A 91, E58). 2. Frame another subject—positioned at the same distance from the camera as the intended subject—in the center of the frame, press the b (e movie-record) button to start recording, and then modify the composition.
Features That Can Be Set by Pressing the d Button (Movie Menu) Enter shooting mode M d button M D menu icon M k button The following settings can be changed. Movie options Autofocus mode Wind noise reduc tion Description A Movie options Select the movie type. Select either normal speed movies or HS (high speed) movies, which allow slow motion or fast motion playback. E53 Autofocus mode When A Single AF (default setting) is selected, focus is locked when movie recording begins.
Playing Back Movies Press the c button to enter playback mode. Movies are indicated by the movie options icon (A 91). Press the k button to play back movies. Recording and Playing Back Movies 92 15/05/2013 15:30 0010.MOV 10s Movie options Deleting Movies To delete a movie, select the desired movie in full-frame playback mode (A 30) or thumbnail playback mode (A 75) and then press the l button (A 32).
Functions Available During Playback Playback controls are displayed at the top of the monitor. Press the multi selector J or K to select a control. The operations described below are available. Function Icon Paused Description A Hold down the k button to rewind the movie. Advance B Hold down the k button to advance the movie. Press the k button to pause playback. The following operations can be performed while playback is paused using the controls displayed at the top in the monitor.
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General Camera Setup This chapter describes the various settings that can be adjusted in the z setup menu. Welcome screen Monitor settings Print date 29m 0s 970 Vibration reduc tion Motion detec tion AF assist For further details about each setting, refer to “The Setup Menu” in the Reference Section (E59).
Features That Can Be Set by Pressing the d Button (Setup Menu) Press the d button M z (setup) menu icon M k button You can change the following settings by selecting z menu icon when the menu is displayed. Welcome screen Time zone and date Monitor settings Print date Vibration reduc tion Motion detec tion AF assist Option General Camera Setup 96 Description A Welcome screen Allows you to select whether or not a welcome screen is displayed when the camera is turned on.
Option Description A Language Allows you to change the camera’s display language. E73 TV settings Allows you to adjust TV-connection settings. E74 Blink warning Allows you to set whether or not closed eyes are detected when taking pictures of people using face detection. E75 Eye-Fi upload Allows you to set whether or not to enable the function for sending images to a computer using a commercially available Eye-Fi card.
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E Reference Section The Reference Section provides detailed information and hints about using the camera. Shooting Using Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playback)................................. E2 Playback Viewing and Deleting Images Captured Continuously (Sequence) ... E6 Editing Still Images ....................................................................................... E9 Editing Movies ..............................................................................................
Using Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playback) Shooting with Easy Panorama Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M b (second icon from the top*) M K M H, I, J, K M p (easy panorama) M k button * The icon of the last scene selected is displayed. 1 Select Normal (180°) or Wide (360°) as the shooting range, and then press the k button.
3 Press the shutter-release button all the way, and then remove your finger from the shutter-release button. • I is displayed to indicate the direction of camera movement. 4 Move the camera slowly in one of the four directions, and then begin shooting. • When the camera detects which direction it is moving in, shooting begins. • A guide indicating the current shooting position is displayed. • When the shooting position guide reaches the edge, shooting ends.
B Notes About Easy Panorama Shooting • The range of the image seen in the saved image is narrower than that seen in the monitor at the time of shooting. • If the camera is moved too quickly or shaken too much, or if the subject is too uniform (e.g. walls or darkness), an error may occur. • If shooting is stopped before the camera reaches the half-way point in the panorama range, a panorama image is not saved.
Viewing Images Captured with Easy Panorama Switch to playback mode (A 30), display an image captured using easy panorama in full-frame playback mode, and then press the k button to display the short edge of the image using the entire monitor and automatically move (scroll) the displayed area. 15/05/2013 15:30 0004.JPG 4/ 4 • The image scrolls in the direction that was used when shooting. Playback controls are displayed at the top of the monitor during playback.
Viewing and Deleting Images Captured Continuously (Sequence) Viewing Images in a Sequence Each series of images captured using the following settings is saved in a sequence.
B Sequence Display Options • Select Sequence display options (E52) in the playback menu to set all sequences to be displayed using their key pictures or to display them as individual images. • If only one image is captured when using Continuous, the image is not displayed as a sequence. • Images captured continuously with another make or model of digital camera cannot be displayed as a sequence.
Deleting Images in a Sequence If Sequence display options (E52) in the playback menu is set to Key picture only, images to be deleted vary as described below. To display the screen for selecting the deletion method, press the l button. • If only key pictures are displayed for sequences when the l button is pressed: - Current image: When a key picture is selected, all images in that sequence are deleted.
Editing Still Images Editing Features You can use the following features to edit your images. Edited images are saved as separate files (E83). Editing function Description Quick retouch (E11) Allows you to easily create retouched copies in which contrast and saturation have been enhanced. D-Lighting (E12) Allows you to create a copy of the current image with enhanced brightness and contrast, brightening dark portions of the image. Allows you to make the skin tones in people’s faces smoother.
B Notes About Image Editing • This camera cannot edit images captured with another make or model of digital camera. • Images captured using Easy panorama (A 43) or 3D photography (A 45) cannot be edited. • If no people’s faces are detected in an image, a copy cannot be created using the skin softening function (E13). • When using another make or model of digital camera, images edited with this camera may not be displayed properly and may not be able to be transferred to a computer.
C Original and Edited Images • Copies created with editing functions are not deleted if the original images are deleted. The original images are not deleted if copies created with editing functions are deleted. • Edited copies are saved with the same shooting date and time as the original. • Print order (E42) and protect settings (E46) do not remain effective in edited copies.
D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and Contrast Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M D-Lighting M k button You can create a copy of the current image with enhanced brightness and contrast, brightening dark portions of the image. Press the multi selector H or I to select OK and then press the k button. • The original version is displayed on the left and an example of the edited version is displayed on the right. • A new, edited copy is saved as a separate image.
Skin Softening: Softening Skin Tones Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M Skin softening M k button The camera detects people’s faces in images and creates a copy with softer facial skin tones. 1 Press the multi selector H or I to select the degree of softening and then press the k button. • The confirmation dialog is displayed with the face to which the effect was applied enlarged in the center of the monitor. • To exit without saving the copy, press J.
Filter Effects: Applying Digital Filter Effects Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M Filter effects M k button Type Description Reference Section Soft Allows you to soften the image by adding a slight blur around the center of the image. In images captured using face detection (A 68) or pet detection (A 44), areas around faces are blurred. Selective color Allows you to keep one specified color in the image, and change the other colors to black and white.
2 Adjust the effect and then press the k button. • When using Soft: Press H or I to select the range of the effect. • When using Selective color: Press H or I to select the color to be retained. • Press J to return to the Filter effects selection screen without making any changes. Soft Normal Extent Example: Soft 3 Confirm the effect and then press the k button. Preview • A new, edited copy is created. • To exit without saving the copy, press J.
Small Picture: Reducing the Size of an Image Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M Small picture M k button You can create a small copy of the current image. 1 Press the multi selector H or I to select the desired copy size and then press the k button. • For images captured at an Image mode (E31) setting of l 4608×2592, only 640×360 is displayed. 2 Small picture 640×480 320×240 160×120 Select Yes and then press the k button.
Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy You can create a copy containing only the portion visible in the monitor when u is displayed with playback zoom (A 74) enabled. 1 Rotate the zoom control to g (i) in full-frame playback mode (A 30) to zoom in on the image. • To crop an image displayed in “tall” (portrait) orientation, zoom in on the image until the black bars displayed on the both sides of the monitor disappear. The cropped image is displayed in landscape orientation.
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Editing Movies The desired portions of a recorded movie can be saved as a separate file (except movies recorded using p iFrame 540/30p; E53). 1 Play back the desired movie and pause playback (A 93). 2 Press the multi selector J or K to select the I control, and then press the k button. • The movie edit screen is displayed. 1m30s 3 Press H or I to select the M control (choose start point). 4 Press H or I to select N (choose end point).
5 When the settings are finished, press H or I to select m Save and then press the k button. 6 Select Yes and then press the k button. • The edited movie is saved. Save OK? Yes No Reference Section B Notes About 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.
Connecting the Camera to a TV (Viewing Images on a TV) Connect the camera to a TV to play back images or movies on the TV. If your TV is equipped with an HDMI jack, a commercially available HDMI cable can be used to connect the camera to the TV. 1 2 Turn off the camera. Connect the camera to the TV. When using the included audio/video cable Connect the yellow plug to the video-in jack and the white and red plugs to the audio-in jacks on the TV.
3 Set the TV’s input to external video input. • See your TV’s documentation for details. 4 Hold down the c button to turn on the camera. • The camera enters playback mode and images are displayed on the TV. • While connected to the TV, the camera monitor remains off. B Notes About Connecting the HDMI Cable An HDMI cable is not included. Use a commercially available HDMI cable to connect the camera to a TV. The output terminal on this camera is an HDMI micro connector (Type D).
Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) Users of PictBridge-compatible (F21) printers can connect the camera directly to the printer and print images without using a computer. Follow the procedures below to print images.
B Notes About Power Source • When connecting the camera to a printer, use batteries with a sufficient amount of charge remaining to prevent the camera from turning off unexpectedly. • You can use the AC Adapter EH-67 (available separately) to power the camera from an electrical outlet. Do not use any other make or model of AC adapter as it may cause the camera to heat up or malfunction.
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Printing Individual Images After properly connecting the camera to the printer (E24), follow the procedures described below to print an image. 1 Use the multi selector to select the desired image and then press the k button. Print selection 15/05/2013 No. 32 • To make it easier to select images, rotate the zoom control to f (h) to switch to 6-image thumbnail playback mode. Rotate the zoom control to g (i) to switch to full-frame playback mode. 2 Select Copies and then press the k button.
4 Select Paper size and then press the k button. PictBridge 4 prints Star t print Copies Paper size 5 Select the desired paper size and then press the k button. • To specify paper size using settings on the printer, select Default in the paper size option. Paper size Default 3.5×5 in. 5×7 in. A4 100×150 mm 4×6 in. 8×10 in 6 Select Start print and then press the k button. PictBridge 4 prints Reference Section Star t print Copies Paper size 7 Printing begins.
Printing Multiple Images After properly connecting the camera to the printer (E24), follow the procedures described below to print multiple images. 1 When the Print selection screen is displayed, press the d button. 2 Use the multi selector to select Paper size and then press the k button. • To exit the print menu, press the d button. Print menu Print selec tion Print all images DPOF printing Paper size 3 Select the desired paper size and then press the k button.
Print selection Select which images will be printed (up to 99) and Print selection 5 how many copies of each image will be printed (up to nine). • Press the multi selector J or K to select images, 1 1 and then press H or I to set the number of copies for each. • a and the numeral indicating the number of 3 Back copies to be printed are displayed under images selected for printing. If no copies have been specified for an image, the selection is canceled.
DPOF printing Print images for which a print order was created using the Print order option (E42). • When the screen shown on the right is displayed, select Start print and then press the k button to start printing. Select Cancel and then press the k button to return to the print menu. DPOF printing 5 prints Star t print View images Cancel • To view the current print order, select View images and then press the k button. To print images, press the k button again.
The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) Image Mode (Image Size and Quality) Enter shooting mode M d button M Shooting menu M Image mode M k button You can select the combination of image size and image quality (i.e., image compression ratio) that is used when saving images. The higher the image mode setting, the larger the size at which images can be printed, and the lower the compression ratio, the higher the quality of the images, but the number of images that can be saved (E32) is reduced.
C Notes About Image Mode • The setting is also applied to other shooting modes. • Some settings cannot be used with other functions (A 66). • Image mode cannot be selected when using Easy panorama (A 43) or 3D photography (A 45) in scene mode. C Number of Images That Can Be Saved The following table lists the approximate number of images that can be saved on a 4 GB memory card.
White Balance (Adjusting Hue) Enter A (auto) mode M d button M White balance M k button 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.
Using Preset Manual Preset manual is used with unusual 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 when shooting.
4 Frame the reference object in the measuring window. Preset manual Cancel Measure Measuring window 5 Press the k button to measure a value for preset manual. • The shutter is released and the new white-balance value is set. No image is saved. Reference Section B Notes About White Balance • Some settings cannot be used with other functions (A 66). • When white balance is set to any setting other than Auto and Flash, lower the flash (A 5).
Continuous Shooting Enter A (auto) mode M d button M Continuous M k button You can change settings to continuous or BSS (best shot selector). Option Description Reference Section U Single (default setting) One picture is taken each time the shutter-release button is pressed. k Continuous H While the shutter-release button is held all the way down, images are captured continuously at a rate of about 8 fps (when image mode is set to P 4608×3456).
Option W Multi-shot 16 Description Each time the shutter-release button is pressed all the way down, the camera takes 16 shots at a rate of about 30 fps and arranges them in a single image. • Images are captured with the Image mode fixed at L (image size is 2560 × 1920 pixels). • Digital zoom cannot be used. The icon for the current setting is displayed in the monitor when the camera is in shooting mode (A 8). No icon is displayed when Single is selected.
C Using the Self-timer With Continuous Shooting You can use the self-timer when shooting using Continuous to reduce the effects of camera shake (A 58). C More Information • Subjects Not Suitable for Autofocus ➝ A 71 • Viewing and Deleting Images Captured Continuously (Sequence) ➝ E6 ISO Sensitivity Enter A (auto) mode M d button M ISO sensitivity M k button Reference Section When ISO sensitivity is increased, less light is needed when taking pictures.
B Notes About ISO Sensitivity • Some settings cannot be used with other functions (A 66). • When the ISO sensitivity is set to any setting other than Auto, Motion detection (E68) is disabled. Color Options Enter A (auto) mode M d button M Color options M k button You can adjust the colors when images are saved. Option Description n Standard color (default setting) Use to achieve natural colors in your images. o Vivid color Use to achieve vivid colors in your images.
The Smart Portrait Menu • See “Image Mode (Image Size and Quality)” (E31) for information about Image mode. Skin Softening Enter smart portrait mode M d button M Skin softening M k button You can change skin softening settings. Option Description When the shutter is released, the camera detects one or more person’s e On (default setting) faces (up to three), and processes the image to soften facial skin tones before saving the image. Off Turns skin softening off.
Smile Timer Enter smart portrait mode M d button M Smile timer M k button The camera detects people’s faces and then automatically releases the shutter whenever a smile is detected. Option Description a On (default setting) Enables the smile timer. Off Turns the smile timer off. The icon for the current setting is displayed in the monitor when the camera is in shooting mode (A 8). No icon is displayed when Off is selected.
The Playback Menu • See “Editing Still Images” (E9) for information about image editing features. Print Order (Creating a DPOF Print Order) Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M Print order M k button When printing images saved on the memory card using any of the following methods, the Print order option in the playback menu is used to create digital “print orders.” • Inserting the memory card into a DPOF-compatible (F21) printer’s card slot. • Taking the memory card to a digital photo lab.
2 Select images (up to 99) and the number of copies (up to nine) of each. Print selection • Press the multi selector J or K to select images, and then 1 1 press H or I to set the number of copies for each. • a and the numeral indicating the number of copies to be printed are displayed under images selected for printing. If 3 Back no copies have been specified for an image, the selection is canceled. • Rotate the zoom control to g (i) to switch to full-frame playback mode.
B Notes About Printing Shooting Date and Shooting Information When the Date and Info settings are enabled in the print order option, shooting date and shooting information are printed on images when a DPOF-compatible printer (F21) that supports printing of shooting date and shooting information is used. • Shooting information cannot be printed when the camera is connected to a DPOF-compatible printer via the included USB cable (E30).
Slide Show Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M Slide show M k button You can play back images, saved in the internal memory or on a memory card, one by one in an automated “slide show.” 1 Use the multi selector to select Start and then press the k button. • To repeat the slide show automatically, select Loop and then press the k button before selecting Start. The check mark (w) is added to the loop option when enabled. Slide show Star t Loop Pause 2 The slide show begins.
B Notes About Slide Show • Only the first frame of movies is displayed. • When Key picture only is selected as the method to display sequences (E6), only the key picture is displayed. • Images captured using easy panorama (A 43, E2) are displayed full-frame when played in a slide show. They do not scroll. • The maximum playback time is up to about 30 minutes even if Loop is enabled (E71).
The Image Selection Screen When using one of the following features, a screen like that shown on the right is displayed when selecting images. • Print order > Select images (E42) • Protect (E46) • Rotate image (E49) • Copy > Selected images (E50) • Choose key picture (E52) • Welcome screen > Select an image (E59) • Delete > Erase selected images (A 32) • Print selection when printing directly to a printer (E26, E29) Protect Back ON/OFF Follow the procedures described below to select images.
3 Press the k button to apply image selection. • For some operations, such as when you have selected Copy > Selected images, a confirmation screen is displayed. Follow the instructions displayed in the monitor.
Rotate Image Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M Rotate image M k button After shooting, you can change the orientation in which still images are displayed. Still images can be rotated 90 degrees clockwise or 90 degrees counterclockwise. When you select an image you want to rotate in the image selection screen (E47), the Rotate image screen is displayed. You can then rotate the image 90 degrees by pressing the multi selector J or K.
Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory and Memory Card) Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M Copy M k button You can copy images between the internal memory and a memory card. 1 Use the multi selector to select a destination option to which images are copied and then press the k button. • Camera to card: Copies images from internal memory to memory card. • Card to camera: Copies images from memory card to internal memory. 2 Select a copy option and then press the k button.
B Notes About Copying Images • JPEG, MOV, and MPO files can be copied. • Operation is not guaranteed with images captured with another make of camera or that have been modified on a computer. • When copying images for which Print order (E42) options are enabled, the print order settings are not copied. However, when copying images for which Protect (E46) is enabled, the protect setting is copied.
Sequence Display Options Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M Sequence display options M k button Select the method used to display a series of images shot continuously (sequence; E6) when viewing them in full-frame playback mode (A 30) or in thumbnail playback mode (A 75). Settings are applied to all sequences, and the setting is saved in the camera’s memory even if the camera is turned off.
The Movie Menu Movie Options Enter shooting mode M d button M D menu icon M Movie options M k button You can select the desired movie option for recording movies. Select either normal speed movies or HS (high speed) movies, which allow slow motion or fast motion playback (E54). Larger image sizes and faster movie bit rates produce greater image quality and larger movie file sizes.
C Notes About Frame Rates and Bit Rates • Frame rates describe the number of frames captured each second. Movies with higher frame rates are smoother, but their file sizes are larger. • Bit rates describe the amount of data captured each second. The camera uses variable bit rate (VBR) encoding to automatically adjust the bit rate depending on the subject being recorded. Movies of subjects with large amounts of motion have larger file sizes.
C Maximum Movie Recording Time The following table lists the approximate recording time available when using a 4 GB memory card. Actual recording time and file size may vary depending on subject movement and image composition, even when memory capacity and movie settings remain constant. Available recording time may also vary depending on the type of memory card being used.
Recording Movies in Slow Motion and Fast Motion (HS Movie) Enter shooting mode M d button M D menu icon M Movie options M k button HS (high speed) movies can be recorded. Movies recorded using an HS movie option can be played back in slow motion at 1/8 to 1/2 of normal playback speed, or played back in fast motion at a speed two times faster than normal speed. 1 Press the multi selector H or I to select an HS movie option (E54) and then press the k button. Movie options HS 480/4× HS 720/2× HS 1080/0.
B Notes About HS Movie • Sound is not recorded. • Zoom position, focus, exposure, and white balance are locked when you press the b (e movierecord) button to start recording a movie. C HS Movie Recorded movies are played back at about 30 fps. When Movie options (E53) is set to k HS 240/8×, h HS 480/4×, or i HS 720/2×, you can record movies that can be played back in slow motion. When set to j HS 1080/0.
Autofocus Mode Enter shooting mode M d button M D menu icon M Autofocus mode M k button You can select how the camera focuses in movie mode. Option 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 remains fairly consistent. B Full-time AF Camera focuses continuously.
The Setup Menu Welcome Screen d button M z menu icon M Welcome screen M k button You can configure the welcome screen that is displayed when you turn on the camera. Option Description COOLPIX The camera displays a welcome screen and enters shooting or playback mode. Select an image Displays an image selected for the welcome screen. When the image selection screen is displayed, select an image (E47) and then press the k button.
Time Zone and Date d button M z menu icon M Time zone and date M k button You can set the camera clock. Option Date and time Description Allows you to set the camera’s clock to the current date and time. Use the multi selector to set each item displayed on the screen. • Select an item: Press K or J (changes between D, M, Y, hour, minute). • Edit the highlighted item: Press H or I. • Apply the setting: Select the minute setting and then press the k button.
Selecting the Travel Destination Time Zone 1 Use the multi selector to select Time zone and then press the k button. Time zone and date Date and time Date format Time zone London, Casablanca 15/05/2013 15:30 2 Select x Travel destination and then press the k button. • The date and time displayed in the monitor changes according to the region currently selected. Time zone Home time zone Travel destination London, Casablanca 15/05/2013 15:30 3 Press K. • The travel destination screen is displayed.
4 Press J or K to select the travel destination time zone. • If daylight saving time is in effect, press H to enable the daylight saving time function. W is displayed in the monitor and the camera clock is advanced one hour. Press I to disable the daylight saving time function. • Press the k button to apply the travel destination time zone. • If the desired time zone is not available, set the camera clock to local time using the Date and time setting.
Monitor Settings d button M z menu icon M Monitor settings M k button You can set the options below. Option Description Photo info Select information displayed in the monitor during shooting and playback. Image review This setting determines whether or not the captured image is displayed immediately after shooting. The default setting is On. Brightness Select from five settings for monitor brightness. The default setting is 3.
Shooting mode Playback mode 15/05/2013 15:30 0004.JPG 29m 0s Framing grid+auto info 970 In addition to information shown with Auto info, a framing grid is displayed to help frame pictures. The framing grid is not displayed when recording movies. 4/ 4 The same information as in Auto info is displayed. The same information as in Auto info is displayed.
Print Date (Imprinting Date and Time) d button M z menu icon M Print date M k button The shooting date and time can be imprinted on the images when shooting, allowing the information to be printed even from printers that do not support date printing (E44). 15.05.2013 Option f Date Description Date is imprinted on images. S Date and time Date and time are imprinted on images. Off (default setting) Date and time are not imprinted on images.
B Notes About Print Date • Imprinted dates form a permanent part of image data and cannot be deleted. The date and time cannot be imprinted on images after they have been captured.
Vibration Reduction d button M z menu icon M Vibration reduction M k button You can select the vibration reduction setting used when shooting. Vibration reduction allows you to reduce the effects of camera shake, which commonly occurs when shooting with zoom applied or when shooting at slow shutter speeds. The effects of camera shake are reduced when recording movies, in addition to when shooting still images. Set Vibration reduction to Off when shooting using a tripod to stabilize the camera.
Motion Detection d button M z menu icon M Motion detection M k button You can select the motion detection setting—which reduces the effects of subject movement and camera shake—used when shooting still images. Option Description Reference Section 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.
AF Assist d button M z menu icon M AF assist M k button You can enable or disable the AF-assist illuminator, which assists autofocus operation when the subject is dimly lit. Option Description a Auto (default setting) The AF-assist illuminator lights automatically when the subject is dimly lit. The illuminator has a range of about 5.0 m (16 ft) at the maximum wide-angle position and about 5.0 m (16 ft) at the maximum telephoto position.
Sound Settings d button M z menu icon M Sound settings M k button You can adjust the following sound settings. Option Description Button sound Select On (default setting) or Off. When On is selected, a beep sounds once when operations are completed successfully, two times when the focus has been locked, and three times when an error is detected, and the welcome sound is played when the camera is turned on. Shutter sound Select On (default setting) or Off.
Auto Off d button M z menu icon M Auto off M k button If no operations are performed for a specified amount of time, the monitor turns off and the camera enters standby mode to save power (A 23). This setting determines the amount of time that passes before the camera enters standby mode. Option Description Auto off You can select 30 s (default setting), 1 min, 5 min, or 30 min.
Format Memory/Format Card d button M z menu icon M Format memory/Format card M k button Use this option to format the internal memory or a memory card. Formatting the internal memory or memory cards permanently deletes all data. Data that has been deleted cannot be recovered. Be sure to transfer important data to a computer before formatting. Formatting the Internal Memory Format memory To format the internal memory, remove the memory card from the camera.
Language d button M z menu icon M Language M k button You can select one of 34 languages for display of camera menus and messages.
TV Settings d button M z menu icon M TV settings M k button You can adjust settings for connection to a TV. Option Description HDMI Select the HDMI output image resolution from Auto (default setting), 480p, 720p, or 1080i. When Auto is selected, the option best suited to the TV to which the camera is connected is automatically selected from 480p, 720p, or 1080i. HDMI device control Set whether or not the camera receives signals from an HDMI-CEC compatible television when connected with an HDMI cable.
Blink Warning d button M z menu icon M Blink warning M k button You can select whether or not the camera detects human subjects that have blinked using face detection (A 68) when shooting in the following modes: • G (easy auto) mode • Portrait (A 38) or Night portrait (A 39) scene mode Option Description On When the camera detects that one or more human subjects may have blinked in an image captured using face detection, the Did someone blink? screen is displayed in the monitor.
The Blink Warning Screen When the Did someone blink? screen shown on the right is displayed in the monitor, the operations described below are available. If no operations are performed within a few seconds, the camera automatically returns to shooting mode. Did someone blink? Exit Function Description Enlarge the face in which blinking eyes were detected Rotate the zoom control to g (i). Switch to full-frame playback mode Rotate the zoom control to f (h).
Eye-Fi Upload d button M z menu icon M Eye-Fi upload M k button You can select whether or not the camera’s Eye-Fi card (available from third-party manufacturers) sends images to your computer. Option Description b Enable (default setting) Images created with this camera are uploaded to the pre-determined computer. c Disable Images are not uploaded. B Notes About Eye-Fi Cards C Reference Section • Note that images are not uploaded if signal strength is insufficient even if Enable is selected.
Reset All d button M z menu icon M Reset all M k button When Reset is selected, the camera’s settings are restored to their default values. Basic Shooting Functions Option Default value Flash mode (A 54) Auto Self-timer (A 57) Off Macro mode (A 59) Off Exposure compensation (A 61) 0.
Smart Portrait Menu Option Skin softening (E40) Default value On Smile timer (E41) On Blink proof (E41) Off Shooting Menu Option Default value Image mode (E31) P 4608×3456 White balance (E33) Auto Continuous (E36) Single ISO sensitivity (E38) Auto Color options (E39) Standard color Movie Menu Option Default value d 1080P/30p Autofocus mode (E58) Single AF Wind noise reduction (E58) Off Setup Menu Option Default value Welcome screen (E59) None Photo info (E63) Auto info Image re
Vibration reduction (E67) On Motion detection (E68) Auto AF assist (E69) Auto Button sound (E70) On Shutter sound (E70) On Auto off (E71) 30 s Sleep mode (E71) On HDMI (E74) Auto HDMI device control (E74) On HDMI 3D output (E74) On Blink warning (E75) Off Eye-Fi upload (E77) Enable Others Option Default value Reference Section Paper size (E27, E28) Default Loop setting for slide shows (E45) Off Sequence display options (E52) Key picture only • Selecting Reset all also resets
- Setup menu: Settings for image registered for Welcome screen (E59), Time zone and date (E60), Language (E73), Video mode for TV settings (E74), and Battery type (E82) Reference Section E81
Battery Type d button M z menu icon M Battery type M k button To ensure that the camera shows the correct battery level (A 22), select the type that matches the batteries currently in use.
File and Folder Names Images and movies are assigned file names as follows. D S C N 00 0 1 . J P G Identifier (not shown on camera monitor) Original still images and movies DSCN Small copies SSCN Cropped copies RSCN Images created by an image editing function other than small picture or crop and movies created by the movie editing function Extension (indicates file format) Still images .JPG Movies .MOV 3D images .
• If the current folder is numbered 999 and contains 200 images, or an image is numbered 9999, no further images can be captured until the internal memory or memory card is formatted (E72), or a new memory card is inserted.
Optional Accessories • Battery Charger MH-73 (includes four EN-MH2 rechargeable Ni-MH Battery charger, batteries) rechargeable batteries* • Replacement rechargeable batteries: Rechargeable Ni-MH batteries EN-MH2-B4 (set of four EN-MH2 batteries) AC adapter AC Adapter EH-67 Hand strap Hand Strap AH-CP1 * When using EN-MH2 rechargeable Ni-MH batteries with the camera, charge the batteries four at a time using Battery Charger MH-73.
Error Messages Display A Cause/Solution Reference Section O (flashes) Clock not set. Set date and time. E60 Battery exhausted. Replace the batteries. 14 The camera will turn off to prevent overheating. Either the inside of the camera or the batteries have become hot. The camera turns off automatically. Allow the camera or the batteries to cool down before turning the camera on again. 23 Q (flashes in red) Camera cannot focus. • Refocus. • Use focus lock.
Display Cause/Solution Card is not formatted. Format card? Yes No Memory card has not been formatted for use in the camera. Formatting deletes all data saved on the memory card. Be sure to select No and make copies of any images which need to be kept before formatting the memory card. Select Yes and then press the k button to format the memory card. Out of memory. Memory card is full. • Change the image mode setting. • Delete images. • Insert new memory card.
Display A Cause/Solution Reference Section Cannot record movie. Time out error while saving movie on the memory card. Select a memory card with faster write speed. Memory contains no images. No images in the internal memory or memory card. • Remove the memory card from the camera to play back images saved in the camera’s internal memory. • To copy images from internal memory to memory card, press the d button.
Display Unable to create panorama. A Cause/Solution Could not shoot using easy panorama. Shooting with easy panorama may not be possible in the following situations. • When shooting does not end after a certain amount of time. • When the camera is moved too fast. • When the camera is not moved properly in the panorama direction. E2 Shooting failed When capturing 3D images, the first image could not be captured. • Try shooting again.
Display A Cause/Solution Reference Section Lens error The lens cap may be attached, or a lens error has occurred. Make sure that the lens cap has been removed, then turn the camera on again. If the error persists even after the camera is turned off and then on again, contact retailer or Nikonauthorized service representative. 4, 22 Communications error Error occurred during communication with printer. Turn camera off and reconnect USB cable.
Display Printer error: file corrupt A Cause/Solution An error caused by the image file has occurred. Select Cancel and then press the k button to cancel printing. – * See the documentation provided with your printer for further guidance and information.
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Technical Notes and Index Caring for the Product...............................................F2 The Camera.............................................................................................................F2 Batteries ...................................................................................................................F3 Memory Cards .......................................................................................................F5 Cleaning and Storage........................
Caring for the Product The Camera To ensure safe and continued enjoyment of your Nikon camera, observe the following precautions and the precautions noted in “For Your Safety” (A ix-xiv) when using or storing your camera. B Do Not Subject the Product to Strong Shocks The product may malfunction if dropped or struck. Additionally, do not touch or apply force to the lens.
B Turn the Camera off Before Removing the Batteries, AC Adapter, or Memory Card Removing the batteries, AC adapter, or memory card while the camera is on could damage the camera or memory card. If removed while the camera is saving or deleting data, data may be lost and the camera's memory or the memory card may be damaged. B Notes on the Monitor • Monitors and electronic viewfinders are constructed with extremely high precision; at least 99.99% of pixels are effective, with no more than 0.
B Charging Rechargeable Batteries • Do not mix batteries with different amounts of charge remaining, or batteries of a different make or model. • When using EN-MH2 batteries with the COOLPIX L820, charge four batteries at a time using Battery Charger MH-73. Use only Battery Charger MH-73 to charge EN-MH2 batteries. • When using Battery Charger MH-73, only charge EN-MH2 batteries. • EN-MH1 rechargeable Ni-MH batteries cannot be used.
Memory Cards • • • • • F5 Technical Notes and Index Use only Secure Digital memory cards. Approved memory cards ➝ F20 Observe the precautions noted in the documentation included with your memory card. Do not affix labels or stickers to the memory card. Do not format the memory card using a computer. Before using a memory card with this camera, format the card using this camera if the card has been used with another device. Before using a new memory card, we recommend using this camera to format the card.
Cleaning and Storage Cleaning Do not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals. Lens When cleaning the lens, avoid touching it directly with your fingers. Remove dust or lint with a blower. To remove fingerprints, oil, or other grime that cannot be removed with a blower, wipe the lens with a soft, dry cloth or an eyeglass cleaning cloth, using a gentle spiral motion that starts in the center and moves toward the edges.
Storage Remove the batteries if the camera will not be used for an extended period. To prevent mold or malfunction and to ensure long, trouble-free use of the camera, we recommend you insert the batteries and operate the camera approx. once a month.
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. Power, Display, Settings Issues Problem A Cause/Solution Technical Notes and Index The camera is on but does not respond. • Wait for recording to end. – • If the problem persists, turn the camera off.
Problem A Cause/Solution • Adjust monitor brightness. • Monitor is dirty. Clean monitor. 96, E63 F6 Date and time of recording are not correct. • If camera clock has not been set, O flashes when shooting images and recording movies. Images and movies saved before clock is set are dated “00/ 00/0000 00:00” or “01/01/2013 00:00” respectively. Set the correct time and date using Time zone and date in the setup menu. • Check camera clock regularly against more accurate timepieces and reset as required.
Shooting Issues Problem Disconnect HDMI cable or USB cable. No image captured when the shutter-release button is pressed. • When camera is in playback mode, press the A button, the shutter-release button, or the b (e movie-record) button. • When menus are displayed, press the d button. • Batteries are exhausted. • When flash lamp flashes, flash is charging. Cannot capture 3D image.
Problem A Cause/Solution • Use flash. • Increase the ISO sensitivity value. • Enable vibration reduction or motion detection. • Use tripod and self-timer. 54 65, E38 96, E67, E68 41, 65, E36 57 Bright specks appear in images captured with flash. Flash is reflecting off particles in air. Lower the flash. 5, 55 5, 54 62 Flash does not fire. • The flash is lowered. • Scene mode with which the flash does not fire is selected. • On is selected for Blink proof in smart portrait menu.
Problem A Cause/Solution Technical Notes and Index AF-assist illuminator does not light. Off is selected for AF assist in the setup menu. AFassist illuminator may not light depending on the current scene mode, even when Auto is selected. 96, E69 Images appear smeared. Lens is dirty. Clean lens. F6 Colors are unnatural. White balance or hue is not adjusted properly. 41, 65, E33 Randomly spaced bright pixels (“noise”) appear in image.
Problem Cause/Solution Skin tones are not softened. • In some shooting conditions, facial skin tones may not be smoothed. • Use Skin softening in the playback menu for images containing four or more faces. Saving images takes time. It may take more time to save images in the following situations.
Problem A Cause/Solution Technical Notes and Index Cannot use quick retouch, D-Lighting, skin softening, filter effects, small picture, or crop. • These options cannot be used with movies. • Images captured using Easy panorama or 3D photography cannot be edited, and the same editing feature cannot be applied multiple times. • This camera cannot edit images captured with another make or model of digital camera. Cannot rotate image.
Problem Cause/Solution Images to be printed are not displayed. • Memory card contains no images. Replace the memory card. • Remove the memory card to print images from the internal memory. • Images captured in 3D photography scene mode cannot be printed. Cannot select paper size with camera. Paper size cannot be selected from the camera in the following situations, even when printing from a PictBridge-compatible printer. Use the printer to select paper size.
Specifications Nikon COOLPIX L820 Digital Camera Type Compact digital camera Number of effective pixels 16.0 million Image sensor 1 Lens NIKKOR lens with 30× optical zoom /2.3-in. type CMOS; approx. 16.79 million total pixels Focal length 4.0–120 mm (angle of view equivalent to that of 22.5–675 mm lens in 35mm [135] format) f/-number f/3–5.8 Construction 12 elements in 9 groups (2 ED lens elements) Digital zoom magnification Up to 4× (angle of view equivalent to that of approx.
Storage Media Internal memory (approx. 65 MB), SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card File system DCF, Exif 2.3, DPOF, and MPF compliant File formats Still pictures: JPEG 3D images: MPO Movies: MOV (Video: H.
Built-in flash Range (ISO sensitivity: Auto) Flash control Interface Data transfer protocol [W]: Approx. 0.5–6.0 m (1 ft 8 in.–19 ft) [T]: Approx. 1.5–6.
Operating environment Temperature 0°C–40°C (32°F–104°F) Humidity 85% or less (no condensation) • Unless otherwise stated, all figures assume fresh LR6/L40 (AA-size) alkaline batteries and an ambient temperature of 23 ±3 °C (73.4 ±5.4 °F) as specified by the Camera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA). 1 Figures based on the Camera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA) standards for measuring the endurance of camera batteries.
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.
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 memory cards. • Exif version 2.3: Exchangeable image file format (Exif) version 2.
Trademark Information • Microsoft, Windows and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. • Macintosh, Mac OS, and QuickTime are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. The iFrame logo and the iFrame symbol are trademarks of Apple Inc. • Adobe and Acrobat are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Inc. • SDXC, SDHC and SD Logos are trademarks of SD-3C, LLC. • PictBridge is a trademark.
Index Symbols Numerics R ............................................................... 45 g Telephoto......................................................... 27 f Wide-angle.................................................... 27 i Playback zoom .............................................. 74 h Thumbnail playback............................... 75 G Easy auto mode.......................................... 36 b Scene mode .................................................. 37 D Special effects mode .....
Black and white copy n .............................. 41 Black-and-white ............................... 65, E39 Blink proof............................................ 65, E41 Blink warning..................................... 97, E75 Brightness ..................................................... E63 BSS............................................................ 41, E36 Built-in microphone (stereo)......................... 2 Button sound..............................................
Focus area.............................................................. 28 Focus indicator...................................................... 9 Focus lock .............................................................. 70 Folder name ................................................ E83 Food u .................................................................... 41 Format internal memory ............ 96, E72 Format memory cards ........ 17, 96, E72 Formatting .................................
N Night landscape j ........................................ 40 Night portrait e................................................ 39 Nikon Transfer 2 ........................................ 82, 83 Number of exposures remaining ................................................................. 22, E32 Print date..................................... 21, 96, E65 Print order............................................ 76, E42 Print order option ......... 21, E43, E44 Printer....................................
Time difference .......................................... E61 Time zone ............................................ 19, E60 Time zone and date.............. 18, 96, E60 Tripod socket ........................................... 3, F18 TV................................................................ 79, E21 TV settings ........................................... 97, E74 U USB cable .................................... 78, 83, E25 USB/audio/video output connector .................................
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