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Introduction Parts of the Camera and Main Functions The Basics of Shooting and Playback Shooting Features Playback Features Recording and Playing Back Movies General Camera Setup Using the Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) Function Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer Reference Section Technical Notes and Index i
Introduction Read This First Introduction ii Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX P340 digital camera. Before using the camera, please read the information in “For Your Safety” (Avii-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” (A16). To learn about the parts of the camera and information that is displayed in the monitor, see “Parts of the Camera and Main Functions” (A1).
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.
About the Manuals Introduction • No part of the manuals included with this product may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by any means, without Nikon’s prior written permission. • Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in these manuals at any time and without prior notice. • Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product.
Disposing of Data Storage Devices Introduction vi 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 This icon marks warnings, information that should be read before using this Nikon product, to prevent possible injury. Introduction 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.
Introduction Do not leave the product where it will be exposed to extremely high temperatures, such as in an enclosed automobile or in direct sunlight Failure to observe this precaution could cause damage or fire. Use the appropriate power supply (battery, charging AC adapter, AC adapter, USB cable) Using a power supply other than those provided or sold by Nikon could result in damage or malfunction. Observe caution when handling the battery The battery may leak, overheat, or explode if improperly handled.
Use appropriate cables When connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for the purpose, to maintain compliance with product regulations. Handle moving parts with care Be careful that your fingers or other objects are not pinched by the lens cover or other moving parts. CD-ROMs The CD-ROMs included with this device should not be played back on audio CD equipment. Playing CDROMs on an audio CD player could cause hearing loss or damage the equipment.
Notices Notices for Customers in the U.S.A. Introduction IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS For connection to a supply not in the U.S.A., use an attachment plug adapter of the proper configuration for the power outlet if needed. The power supply unit is intended to be correctly orientated in a vertical or floor mount position.
Notice for Customers in Canada CAN ICES-3 B / NMB-3 B Notices for Customers in Europe CAUTIONS RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS. This symbol indicates that electrical and electronic equipment is to be collected separately. The following apply only to users in European countries: • This product is designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point. Do not dispose of as household waste.
Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN Network) Introduction This product is controlled by the United States Export Administration Regulations, and you are required to obtain permission from the United States government if you export or re-export this product to any country to which the United States embargoes goods. The following countries were subject to embargo: Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Sudan, and Syria.
and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65 and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. Please refer to the SAR test report that was uploaded to FCC website. Introduction Declaration of Conformity (Europe) Hereby, Nikon Corporation, declares that COOLPIX P340 is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/ EC. The declaration of conformity may be consulted at http://imaging.nikon.
Precautions when Using Radio Transmissions Always keep in mind that radio transmission or reception of data is subject to interception by third parties. Note that Nikon is not responsible for data or information leaks that may occur during data transfer.
Table of Contents Introduction ................................................................................................................ ii Introduction Read This First ............................................................................................................................ ii About This Manual ..................................................................................................................................... iii Information and Precautions .......................
Introduction Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting)......................................... 44 A, B, C, D Modes (Setting the Exposure for Shooting).......................................... 46 The Control Range of the Shutter Speed................................................................................... 50 i (User Settings) Mode ........................................................................................................
Using the Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) Function ........................................................ 94 Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer.............................. 97 Connection Methods............................................................................................................. 97 Using ViewNX 2 ....................................................................................................................... 99 Installing ViewNX 2 .....................................
Introduction xviii Saving a Frame from a Movie as a Still Image................................................................ E22 The Shooting Menu (A, B, C or D Mode)............................................................ E23 Image Quality ..................................................................................................................................... E23 Image Size..................................................................................................................
Introduction Time Zone and Date ...................................................................................................................... E66 Monitor Settings............................................................................................................................... E68 Print Date (Imprinting Date and Time on Images)...................................................... E70 Vibration Reduction...................................................................................
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Parts of the Camera and Main Functions The Camera Body 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Flash raised 8 9 Lens cover closed 10 11 1 Eyelet for camera strap...................... 7 2 3 4 5 6 Zoom control........................................ 29 f : wide-angle ......................... 29 g : telephoto............................. 29 h : thumbnail playback...... 82 i : playback zoom................. 81 j : help ......................................... 36 Command dial ...................
1 Parts of the Camera and Main Functions 8 9 10 2 34 5 6 7 11 12 1 Monitor................................................10 2 k (apply selection) button ...........................................................3, 5, 8 3 Rotary multi selector (multi selector)*....................3, 5, 53 4 c (playback) button..................32 5 b (e movie-record) button ..................................................................86 6 Charge lamp.....................................18 Flash lamp..
Principle Functions of the Controls For Shooting Control A Main Function 26 Move toward g (i) (telephoto) to zoom in closer to the subject, and move toward f (h) (wide-angle) to zoom out and view a larger area.
Parts of the Camera and Main Functions Control Main Function A 30, 31 Shutter-release button When pressed halfway (i.e., if you stop pressing when you feel resistance slightly): Set focus and exposure. When pressed all the way (i.e., if you press the button all the way down): Release the shutter. Start and stop movie recording. 86 Change the settings such as zoom position and exposure.
For Playback A Control Main Function 32 c (playback) button • When the camera is turned off, press and hold this button to turn the camera on in playback mode. • Return to shooting mode. • Move toward g (i) to zoom in on the image, and move toward f (h) to display images as thumbnails or the calendar. • Adjust the volume for voice memo and movie playback.
Control Main Function A Display and hide the menu. 8, 83 Delete images. 33 d (menu) button Parts of the Camera and Main Functions 6 l (delete) button Shutter-release button b (e movie-record) button Return to shooting mode.
Attaching the Camera Strap * Pass the strap through either the left or right strap eyelet and attach the strap.
Using Menus (the d Button) Use the multi selector and k button to navigate the menus. 1 Press the d button. Parts of the Camera and Main Functions • The menu that matches the status of the camera, such as shooting or playback menu, is displayed. Unavailable menu items are displayed in gray and cannot be selected. Shooting menu 1/250 2 F5.6 25m 0s 840 Image quality Image size Picture Control Custom Picture Control White balance Metering Continuous Use the multi selector to select a menu item.
Switching Among Menu Tabs To display a different menu, such as the setup menu (A92), use the multi selector to switch to another tab. Tabs Set up Shooting menu Shooting menu Use J to move to the tabs. Welcome screen Time zone and date Monitor settings Print date Vibration reduction Motion detection AF assist Image quality Image size Picture Control Custom Picture Control White balance Metering Continuous Use HI to select a tab, and press the k button or K to apply the selection.
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. In the default setting, information is displayed when the camera is turned on and when you operate the camera, and turns off after a few seconds (when Photo info in Monitor settings (A92) is set to Auto info). Parts of the Camera and Main Functions For Shooting 38 35 2 10 3 37 36 34 HDR1 1.0 0.7 0.
Shooting mode............................26, 27 2 Flash mode .............................................54 3 Focus mode............................................59 4 Zoom indicator.............................29, 60 5 Focus indicator .....................................30 6 Zoom memory .....................................68 7 Movie options (normal speed movies).......................................90 8 Movie options (HS movies) ............90 9 Image quality...........................
Parts of the Camera and Main Functions 1/250 1 1/250 F5.6 2 F5.6 3 4 10m 0s 9999 12 Focus area (target finding AF) ........................................................67, 71, 77 6 1/250 7 1 5 F5.6 10m 0s 9999 8 5 Spot metering area............................67 6 Center-weighted area......................67 2 Focus area (center/manual) ........................................36, 44, 67, 71, 80 7 View/hide histograms ...............................................
For Playback Full-frame playback (A32) 1 2 3 45 6 78 10 9 999/999 999/ 999 9999/9999 a 1m 0s 1m 0s b 11 12 22 14 15 0112.JPG 15/05/2014 15:30 21 20 a 19 b 18 13 16 17 1 Protect icon............................................ 83 14 Image quality........................................ 66 15 Image size............................................... 66 2 Sequence display (when Individual pictures is selected) ........................................................
Tone level information display1 (A32) 4/132 + 1.0 Parts of the Camera and Main Functions 14 3 5 11 10 1/250 9 1 1 8 2 4 F5.6 7 6 Image quality/Image size ............. 66 1 Current image number/ total number of images 6 7 Aperture value ..................................... 46 2 ISO sensitivity........................................ 67 8 Shutter speed....................................... 46 3 Exposure compensation value... 63 9 Shooting mode...................................
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The Basics of Shooting and Playback Preparation 1 Insert the Battery The Basics of Shooting and Playback 1 Open the battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover. 2 Insert the battery. • Push the orange battery latch in the direction indicated by the arrow (1), and fully insert the battery (2). • The battery locks into place when inserted correctly. B Be Careful to Insert the Battery in Correct Direction Inserting the battery upside down or backwards could damage the camera.
Removing the Battery Turn the camera off and make sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have turned off, and then open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. Move the battery latch in the direction indicated by the arrow (1) to eject the battery (2). B High Temperature Caution The camera, battery, and memory card may be hot immediately after using the camera.
Preparation 2 Charge the Battery 1 Prepare the included charging AC adapter. The Basics of Shooting and Playback If a plug adapter* is included with your camera, attach the plug adapter to the plug on the charging AC adapter. Push the plug adapter firmly until it is securely held in place. Once the two are connected, attempting to forcibly remove the plug adapter could damage the product. * The shape of the plug adapter varies according to the country or region in which the camera was purchased.
The charge lamp Description The battery is charging. Off When charging is complete, the charge lamp stops flashing green and turns off. About 1 hour and 50 minutes are required to charge a fully exhausted battery. Flashes quickly (green) • The ambient temperature is not suited to charging. Charge the battery indoors with an ambient temperature of 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F). • The USB cable or charging AC adapter is not properly connected, or there is a problem with the battery.
Preparation 3 Insert a Memory Card The Basics of Shooting and Playback 1 Turn off the camera and open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. 2 Insert the memory card. Memory card slot • Slide the memory card in until it clicks into place. B Be Careful to Insert the Memory Card in Correct Direction Inserting the memory card upside down or backwards could damage the camera and the memory card. 3 Close the battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover.
Removing Memory Cards Turn the camera off and make sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have turned off, and then open the battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover. Gently push the memory card into the camera (1) to partially eject the card (2). B High Temperature Caution Internal Memory and Memory Cards Camera data, including images and movies, can be saved either in the camera’s internal memory or on a memory card. To use the camera’s internal memory, first remove the memory card.
Step 1 Turn the Camera On 1 Press the power switch. The Basics of Shooting and Playback • If you are turning the camera on for the first time, see “Setting the Display Language, Date, and Time” (A24). • The monitor turns on. • To turn the camera off, press the power switch again. 2 Check the battery level indicator and the number of exposures remaining. Battery level indicator 1/250 F5.
C The Auto Off Function Flashes No operations performed No operations performed 1/250 F5.6 3 min 25m 0s 840 Camera turns off. • The time that elapses before the camera enters standby mode is about 1 minute. The time can be changed using the Auto off setting in the setup menu (A92). • While the camera is in standby mode, the monitor turns back on if you perform any of the following operations: - Press the power switch, shutter-release button, c button, or b (e movierecord) button.
Setting 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. • If you exit without setting the date and time, O will flash when the shooting screen is displayed. 1 The Basics of Shooting and Playback 2 Use the multi selector HI to select the desired language and press the k button. Select Yes and press the k button.
5 Set the date and time, and press the k button. • Select a field: Press JK (changes between D, M, Y, h, and m). • Edit the date and time: Press HI. Date and time can also be changed by rotating the multi selector or command dial. • Confirm the setting: Select the m field and press the k button. 6 Select Yes and press the k button.
Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode Rotate the mode dial to select a shooting mode. • A (auto) mode is used in this example. Rotate the mode dial to A. The Basics of Shooting and Playback 26 C Notes About the Flash In situations where a flash is needed, such as in dark locations or when the subject is backlit, make sure to raise the flash (A54).
Available Shooting Modes A Auto mode (A35) Used for general shooting. y (Scene) mode (A36) Camera settings are optimized according to the scene that you select. When using scene auto selector, the camera automatically selects the optimum scene mode when you frame an image, making it even easier to take images using settings that suit the scene. u (Special effects) mode (A44) Effects can be applied to images during shooting.
Step 3 Frame a Picture 1 Hold the camera steady. • Keep fingers and other objects away from the lens, flash, AF-assist illuminator, microphone, and speaker. • When taking pictures in portrait (“tall“) orientation, turn the camera so that the flash is above the lens. The Basics of Shooting and Playback 2 Frame the picture. 1/250 C F5.6 25m 0s 840 When Using a Tripod • We recommend using a tripod to stabilize the camera in the following situations.
Using the Zoom Zoom out Zoom in When you move the zoom control, the zoom lens position changes. • To zoom in closer to the subject: Move toward g (telephoto) • To zoom out and view a larger area: Move toward f (wide-angle) • Rotating the zoom control all the way in either direction adjusts the zoom quickly. C Optical zoom Digital zoom Notes About Digital Zoom The zoom indicator turns blue when the digital zoom is activated, and it turns yellow when the zoom magnification is increased further.
Step 4 Focus and Shoot 1 The Basics of Shooting and Playback 30 Press the shutter-release button halfway. • When the subject is in focus, the focus area that includes the subject or focus indicator (A10) glows green (multiple focus areas can glow green). • 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 glows green.
The Shutter-release Button Press halfway To set focus and exposure (shutter speed and aperture value), press the shutter-release button lightly until you feel a slight resistance. Focus and exposure remain locked while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. Press all the way Press the shutter-release button all the way to release the shutter and take an image. Do not use force when pressing the shutterrelease button, as this may result in camera shake and blurred images. Press the button gently.
Step 5 Play Back Images 1 Press the c (playback) button. • If you press and hold down the c (playback) button while the camera is turned off, the camera turns on in playback mode. 2 The Basics of Shooting and Playback Use the multi selector to select an image to display. Display the previous image • Press and hold down HIJK to scroll through the images quickly. • Images can also be selected by rotating the multi selector. • To return to shooting mode, press the c button or shutter-release button.
Step 6 Delete Images Press the l button to delete the image currently displayed in the monitor. 2 Use the multi selector HI to select the desired deletion method and press the k button. • To exit without deleting, press the d button. • See "Operating the Erase Selected Images Screen" (A34) for more information. 3 Delete Current image Erase selected images All images Select Yes and press the k button. • Deleted images cannot be recovered. • To cancel, select No and press the k button.
Operating the Erase Selected Images Screen 1 Use the multi selector J K to select an image to be deleted, and then use H to display S. • To undo the selection, press I to remove S. • Move the zoom control (A29) toward g (i) to switch to full-frame playback or f(h) to switch to thumbnail playback. The Basics of Shooting and Playback 2 Erase selected images Back Add S to all images that you want to delete and then press the k button to confirm the selection. • A confirmation dialog is displayed.
Shooting Features A (Auto) Mode Used for general shooting. • The camera detects the main subject and focuses on it. If a human face is detected, the camera automatically sets focus priority on it. • See “Focusing” (A77) for more information.
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) When a scene is selected, camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected scene. Scene menu Scene auto selector Portrait Landscape Sports Night portrait Party/indoor Beach Press the d button to display the scene menu and select one of the following scenes using the multi selector.
Tips and Notes x Scene auto selector • When you point the camera at the subject, the camera automatically selects the optimum scene mode from the list below and adjusts the shooting settings accordingly.
c Landscape • From the screen displayed after Landscape is selected, select Noise reduction burst or Single shot. • Noise reduction burst: This enables you to shoot a sharp landscape with a minimum of noise. - Press the shutter-release button all the way to capture a series of images which are combined into a single image and saved. - Once the shutter-release button is pressed all the way, hold the camera still until a still image is displayed.
e Night portrait • From the screen displayed after Night portrait is selected, select Y Handheld or Z Tripod. • One image is captured at a slow shutter speed. Compared to using Z Tripod, when Y Hand-held is selected, the camera sets a slightly faster shutter speed in accordance with the shooting conditions to prevent camera shake. • Vibration reduction is disabled regardless of the Vibration reduction (A92) setting in the setup menu. • The flash always fires. Raise the flash before shooting.
k Close-up Shooting Features From the screen displayed after k Close-up is selected, select Noise reduction burst or Single shot. • Noise reduction burst: This enables you to shoot a sharp image with a minimum of noise. - Press the shutter-release button all the way to capture a series of images which are combined into a single image and saved. - Once the shutter-release button is pressed all the way, hold the camera still until a still image is displayed.
m Fireworks show • The shutter speed is fixed at about 4 seconds. n Black and white copy • Use together with D (macro close-up) focus mode (A59) when shooting subjects that are close to the camera. o Backlighting B Notes About HDR • Use of a tripod is recommended. Set Vibration reduction (A92) in the setup menu to Off when using a tripod to stabilize the camera. • The angle of view (i.e.
p Easy panorama • From the screen displayed after p Easy panorama is selected, select the shooting range from Normal (180°) (default setting) or Wide (360°). • The zoom position is fixed at wide-angle. • Press the shutter-release button all the way down, remove your finger from the button, and then slowly pan the camera horizontally. Shooting ends when the camera captures the specified shooting range. • Focus and exposure are locked when shooting starts.
O Pet portrait • When you point the camera at a dog or cat, the camera detects the pet’s face and focuses on it. By default, the shutter is automatically released when a dog or cat face is detected (pet portrait auto release). • From the screen displayed after O Pet portrait is selected, select Single or Continuous. - Single: Whenever a dog or cat face is detected, the camera captures 1 image. - Continuous: Whenever a dog or cat face is detected, the camera captures 3 images continuously.
Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting) Effects can be applied to images during shooting. Special effects Image quality Image size Special effects Special effects Shooting Features Soft Nostalgic sepia High-contrast monochrome Painting High key Low key Selective color Press the d button to display the special effects menu and select an effect using the multi selector. • You can adjust the effect level by using the control ring (A69).
Option Description Painting* Gives the image a painting-like appearance. High key Gives the entire image a bright tone. Low key Gives the entire image a dark tone. Selective color Keeps only a selected color and makes other colors blackand-white. • Select a color that you want to retain by using the control ring. 1/250 10m 0s 840 Creates monotone (black-and-white) images by intentionally taking images with high ISO sensitivity.
A, B, C, D Modes (Setting the Exposure for Shooting) Images can be shot with greater control by setting the shooting menu (A66) items in addition to setting the shutter speed or aperture value manually according to shooting conditions and requirements. • The focus area for autofocus differs depending on the setting of AF area mode (A67). • When AF area mode is set to Target finding AF (default setting), the camera detects the main subject and focuses on it.
Exposure The procedure for shooting images at the desired brightness (exposure) by adjusting the shutter speed or aperture value is called “determine exposure.” The sense of dynamism and amount of background defocus in images to be shot vary depending on the combinations of shutter speed and aperture value even if the exposure is the same. Adjusting the Shutter Speed In B mode, the range is from a maximum of 1/2000 to 15 seconds. In D mode, the range is from a maximum of 1/2000 to 60 seconds.
A (Programmed auto) Use for automatic control of the exposure by the camera. • Different combinations of shutter speed and aperture value can be selected without changing the exposure by rotating the 25m 0s 1/250 F5.6 840 command dial (“flexible program”). While flexible program is in effect, a flexible program mark (A) is displayed next to the mode indicator (A) in the upper left of the monitor.
B Notes About Shooting • When zooming is performed after the exposure is set, exposure combinations or aperture value may be changed. • When the subject is too dark or too bright, it may not be possible to obtain the appropriate exposure. In such cases, the shutter speed indicator or aperture value indicator flashes when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway (except when the D mode is used). Change the shutter speed setting or aperture value.
The Control Range of the Shutter Speed The control range of the shutter speed differs depending on the aperture value or the ISO sensitivity setting. Additionally, the control range changes in the following continuous shooting settings.
i (User Settings) Mode Setting combinations that are frequently used for shooting (User settings) can be saved in i. Shooting is possible in A (programmed auto), B (shutter-priority auto), C (aperture-priority auto) or D (manual). Rotate the mode dial to i to retrieve the settings saved in Save user settings. • Frame the subject and shoot with these settings, or change the settings as required.
Saving Settings in i Mode (Save User Settings) The frequently used settings for shooting can be changed and saved in i. 1 Rotate the mode dial to the original shooting mode. • Rotate the mode dial to A, B, C or D (A46). The flexible program (when set to A), shutter speed (when set to B or D) or aperture value (when set to C or D) will also be saved. • Settings can also be saved by rotating the mode dial to i (the default settings for the shooting mode A are saved at the time of purchase).
Functions That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector The functions that are available vary with the shooting mode, as shown below. 1 2 4 3 u A, B, C, D, i w 3 D 1 w Self-timer (A57) w w w Smile timer (A58) w – w Focus mode (A59) w w w w w w2 Exposure 4 o compensation (A63) 1 2 y 1 Shooting Features 2 n A Flash mode (A54) Function 1 m Availability depends on the setting. See “Default Settings” (A64) for more information.
Using the Flash You can shoot images with a flash by raising the built-in flash. You can set the flash mode to match the shooting conditions. 1 Lower the K (flash pop-up) control to raise the flash. • When the flash is lowered, flash operation is disabled and S is displayed. Shooting Features 2 Press the multi selector H (m). 3 Select the desired flash mode (A55) and press the k button. • If a setting is not applied by pressing the k button within a few seconds, the selection will be canceled.
B The Flash Lamp The status of the flash can be confirmed by pressing the shutter-release button halfway. • On: The flash fires when you press the shutterrelease button all the way down. • Flashing: The flash is charging. The camera cannot shoot images. • Off: The flash does not fire when an image is taken. Available Flash Modes Auto The flash fires when necessary, such as in dim lighting. • The flash mode indicator is only displayed immediately after setting in the shooting screen.
C The Flash Mode Setting • The available flash modes differ depending on the shooting mode. A A B C D U Auto w – – – – Auto with red-eye V reduction Red-eye reduction w – – – – w w w w – – – – w w w w Flash mode X Fill flash Standard flash Y Slow sync Z Rear-curtain sync – w y u * – * w w – w – w w w w w Shooting Features * Availability depends on the setting. See "Default Settings" (A64) for more information.
Using the Self-timer The camera is equipped with a self-timer that releases the shutter about 10 seconds or 2 seconds after you press the shutter-release button. Set Vibration reduction (A92) to Off in the setup menu when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting. 1 Press the multi selector J (n). 2 Select n10s (or n2s), and press the k button. Self-timer 3 Shooting Features • n10s (10 seconds): Use on important occasions, such as weddings.
Shooting Smiling Faces Automatically (Smile Timer) When the camera detects a smiling face, you can take an image automatically without pressing the shutter-release button. • This function can be used when the shooting mode is A (auto), A, B, C, D or i, or Portrait or Night portrait scene mode. 1 Press the multi selector J (n). • Change any flash mode, exposure, or shooting menu settings before pressing J. Shooting Features 2 Select a (smile timer), and press the k button.
Using Focus Mode Set the focus mode according to the distance to the subject. 1 Press the multi selector I (D). 2 Select the desired focus mode and press the k button. Shooting Features • If a setting is not applied by pressing the k button within a few seconds, the selection will be canceled.
Available Focus Modes Shooting Features A Autofocus The camera automatically adjusts the focus according to the distance to the subject. Use when the distance from the subject to the lens is 30 cm (1 ft) or more, or 50 cm (1 ft 8 in.) or more at the maximum telephoto zoom position. • The focus mode icon on the shooting screen is displayed only immediately after the setting is made. D Macro close-up Set when taking close-up images.
Taking Images with Manual Focus Available when the shooting mode is A, B, C, D or i, special effects mode or Sports scene mode. Press the multi selector I (D), select E (manual focus), and then press the k button. 2 Use the multi selector to adjust the focus while checking the enlarged view. Manual focus 0.3 • An enlarged view of the center area of the image is displayed. Press J to switch the view between 2× and 4×. 4 1/250 F5.
C E (Manual Focus) • The digits displayed for the gauge on the right of the monitor in step 2 serve as a guideline for the distance to a subject that is in focus when the gauge is near the center. • The actual range at which the subject can be in focus varies depending on the aperture value and zoom position. To see whether the subject is in focus, check the image after shooting. • Manual focus operations can also be assigned to the control ring (A69).
Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation) You can adjust overall image brightness. 1 Press the multi selector K (o). 2 Select a compensation value and press the k button. C +2.0 -0.3 -2.0 Histogram Guide Exposure Compensation Value • The value applied in A, B or C mode is saved in the camera’s memory even after the camera is turned off. • When the shooting mode is Fireworks show scene mode (A41) or D (manual) (A48), exposure compensation cannot be used.
Default Settings The default settings for each shooting mode are described below. Flash mode (A54) Shooting mode A (auto) U 3 Self-timer (A57) Focus mode (A59) Exposure compensation (A63) OFF1 A2 0.0 OFF A 0.0 u (special effects) W A, B, C, D X OFF1 A 0.0 i (user settings) X OFF1 A 0.0 x (scene auto selector) U4 OFF A5 0.0 b (portrait) V OFF1 A5 0.0 c (landscape) W5 OFF B5 0.0 d (sports) W5 OFF5 A6 0.0 e (night portrait) V7 OFF1 A5 0.
Shooting mode Flash mode (A54) Self-timer (A57) Focus mode (A59) Exposure compensation (A63) p (easy panorama) W5 OFF5 A5 0.0 O (pet portrait) W5 Y12 A9 0.0 1 2 3 4 Shooting Features Smile timer can also be selected. E (manual focus) cannot be selected. The flash is fixed at W (off) when High ISO monochrome is selected. The setting cannot be changed. The camera automatically selects the flash mode appropriate for the scene it has selected. 5 The setting cannot be changed.
Functions That Can Be Set with the d Button (Shooting Menu) The settings listed below can be changed by pressing the d button during shooting. Shooting menu 1/250 F5.6 Image quality Image size Picture Control Custom Picture Control White balance Metering Continuous 25m 0s 840 Common Options Shooting Features Option Description A Image quality Allows you to set the image quality (compression ratio) of images to be saved.
Option Description A E34 Continuous Allows you to select single or continuous shooting. • Default setting: Single E35 ISO sensitivity Allows you to control the camera’s sensitivity to light. • Default setting: Auto When Auto is selected, E is displayed in the E39 monitor while shooting if ISO sensitivity increases. • In D (manual) mode, when set to Auto or Fixed range auto, the ISO sensitivity is fixed at ISO 80.
Description A Multiple exposure Allows you to combine two to three images and save them as a single image. • Default setting: - Multiple exposure mode: Off - Auto gain: On E48 Save user settings Allows you to save the current settings in mode dial i (A51). 52 Reset user settings Allows you to reset the settings saved to mode dial i.
Functions That Can Be Set with the Control Ring The following functions can be also set or adjusted by rotating the control ring. The functions that can be changed vary depending on the shooting mode. • The control ring cannot be used while recording movies.
Using the Control Ring in A (Auto), A, B, C, D, i Modes 1 Rotate the control ring when the shooting screen is displayed. Control ring • The Standard setting for each shooting mode (A69) or the last used function is adjusted. • The function to be assigned to the control ring can be set with Control ring options in the setup menu (A92). 2 Shooting Features Use the multi selector HI to select the option to be set.
Functions That Can Be Set with the Fn (Function) Button The following functions can be also set by pressing the w (function) button instead of displaying the corresponding menu by pressing the d button. • This function can be used when the shooting mode is A, B, C, D or i.
Functions That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously Some functions cannot be used with other menu settings. Restricted function Setting Focus mode (A59) When B (infinity) is selected, the flash is not available. Image quality (A66) When RAW (NRW) images are saved, red-eye reduction processing is not performed even if V (auto with red-eye reduction) is set (including JPEG images when both RAW (NRW) and JPEG images were saved at the same time).
Restricted function Setting Description Continuous (A67) • When Pre-shooting cache is selected, Image size is fixed at C (2048 × 1536 pixels). • When Continuous H: 120 fps or Continuous H: 60 fps is selected, Image size is fixed at A (1280 × 960 pixels). • When Multi-shot 16 is selected, Image size is fixed at D (2560 × 1920 pixels). Picture Control Active DLighting (A67) When using Active D-Lighting, Contrast in manual adjustment cannot be adjusted.
Restricted function Continuous/ Exposure bracketing Shooting Features ISO sensitivity 74 Setting Description Continuous (A67)/ Exposure bracketing (A67) Continuous and Exposure bracketing are not available simultaneously. Self-timer (A57) When self-timer is used, a single image is shot even if Continuous H, Continuous L, Pre-shooting cache, or BSS has been set. Smile timer (A58) When the camera detects smiling faces and the shutter is released, only one image is shot.
Restricted function Setting The camera captures images using face detection regardless of the applied AF area mode option. Focus mode (A59) • When a setting other than Subject tracking is selected and B (infinity) is selected as the focus mode for shooting, the camera focuses at infinity regardless of the applied AF area mode option. • When set to E (manual focus), the AF area mode cannot be set.
Restricted function Setting Image quality (A66) When Image quality is set to RAW (NRW), RAW (NRW) + Fine or RAW (NRW) + Normal, date cannot be imprinted on images. Continuous (A67) When Pre-shooting cache, Continuous H: 120 fps or Continuous H: 60 fps is selected, date cannot be imprinted on images. Smile timer (A58) When the smile timer is selected, digital zoom is not available.
Focusing The focus area varies depending on the shooting mode. Using the Target Finding AF In A (auto) mode, or when AF area mode (A67) in A, B, C, D or i mode is set to Target finding AF, the camera focuses in the manner described below when you press the shutter-release button halfway. • The camera detects the main subject and focuses on it. When the subject is in focus, the focus area glows green. If a human face is detected, the camera automatically sets focus priority on it. F5.
Using Face Detection In the following settings, the camera uses face detection to automatically focus on human faces. • Scene auto selector, Portrait, or Night portrait scene mode (A36) • a (smile timer) (A58) 25m 0s • When AF area mode (A67) is set to Face 1/250 F5.6 840 priority 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.
Using Skin Softening When the shutter is released while using one of the shooting modes listed below, the camera detects human faces and processes the image to soften facial skin tones (up to 3 faces). • Scene auto selector, Portrait, or Night portrait scene mode (A36) Skin softening can also be applied to saved images (A83). B Notes About Skin Softening • It may take more time than usual to save images after shooting.
Focus Lock Use focus lock to capture creative compositions even when the focus area is set to the center of the frame. 1 Position the subject in the center of the frame and press the shutter-release button halfway. • Confirm that the focus area glows green. • Focus and exposure are locked. 2 Shooting Features 1/250 F5.6 1/250 F5.6 Without lifting your finger, recompose the picture. • Make sure to maintain the same distance between the camera and the subject.
Playback Features Playback Zoom Moving the zoom control toward g (i) in full-frame playback mode (A32) zooms in on the image. 4/132 Image is displayed full-frame. f (h) Displayed area guide Image is zoomed in. • You can change the zoom ratio by moving the zoom control toward f (h) or g (i). The zoom can also be adjusted by rotating the command dial. • To view a different area of the image, press the multi selector HIJK.
Thumbnail Display, Calendar Display Moving the zoom control toward f (h) in fullframe playback mode (A32) displays images as thumbnails. 4/132 0112. JPG 15/05/2014 15:30 Full-frame Display f (h) g (i) 1/132 Thumbnail Display f (h) g (i) 2014 05 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 3 Calendar Display Playback Features • You can change the number of thumbnails displayed by moving the zoom control toward f (h) or g (i).
Functions That Can Be Set with the d Button (Playback Menu) When viewing images in full-frame playback mode or thumbnail playback mode, you can configure the playback menu settings listed below by pressing the d button (A8). Playback menu Quick retouch D-Lighting Skin softening Filter effects Print order Slide show Protect 4/132 0112. JPG 15/05/2014 15:30 Option Description A Allows you to create retouched copies in which contrast and saturation have been enhanced.
Description A h Copy2 Allows you to copy images between the internal memory and a memory card. This function can also be used to copy movies. E57 F RAW (NRW) processing1, 2 Creates JPEG-format copies by performing RAW processing within the camera for RAW (NRW) images without having to use a computer. E12 C Sequence display options Allows you to select whether to display only the key picture for a sequence of images captured continuously or to display the sequence as individual images.
Using the Screen for Selecting Images When an image selection screen such as the one shown on the right is displayed while operating the camera, follow the procedures described below to select the images. Erase selected images Back 1 Use the multi selector JK or rotate it to select the desired image. • Move the zoom control (A1) toward g (i) to switch to full-frame playback, or f (h) to switch to thumbnail playback.
Recording and Playing Back Movies Recording Movies Recording and Playing Back Movies 1 Display the shooting screen. • Check the remaining amount of movie recording time. • If Photo info in the Monitor settings (A92) in the setup menu is set to Movie frame+auto info, the area that will be visible in the movie can be confirmed before movie recording starts. 2 1/250 F5.6 Movie recording time remaining Press the b (e movie-record) button to start movie recording.
B Maximum Movie Length B Notes About Saving Images and Recording Movies The indicator showing the number of exposures remaining or the indicator showing the maximum movie length flashes while images are being saved or while a movie is being recorded. Do not open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover or remove the battery or memory card while an indicator is flashing. Doing this could result in loss of data, or in damage to the camera or the memory card.
B Notes About Using Zoom During Movie Recording • The zoom indicator is not displayed during movie recording. • There may be some degradation in image quality when digital zoom is used. If you zoom in on the subject while recording a movie, the zoom motion temporarily stops at the position where optical zoom is changed to digital zoom.
Saving Still Images While Recording Movies B Notes About Saving Still Images During Movie Recording • Still images cannot be saved during movie recording in the following situations.
Functions That Can Be Set with the d Button (Movie Menu) Enter shooting mode M Press the d button M e (movie) tab (A9) Recording and Playing Back Movies The settings of the menu options listed below can be configured. Movie Movie options Autofocus mode Frame rate 30fps Description A Movie options Select the movie type. Select normal speed to record movies at normal speed, or HS (high speed) to record movies that play in slow or fast motion.
Functions Available During Playback 7m 42s Function Icon Paused Description Rewind A Hold down the k button to rewind the movie. Advance B Hold down the k button to advance the movie. Pause playback. The operations listed below can be performed while paused. Pause End C Rewind the movie one frame. Hold down the k button for continuous rewinding.* D Advance the movie one frame. Hold down the k button for continuous advancing.* F Resume playback.
General Camera Setup Functions That Can Be Set with the d Button (Setup Menu) Press the d button M z (setup) tab (A9) The settings of the menu options listed below can be configured. General Camera Setup Option Welcome screen Set up Welcome screen Time zone and date Monitor settings Print date Vibration reduction Motion detection AF assist Description A Allows you to select whether or not the welcome screen is displayed when the camera is turned on.
A Auto off E74 Format memory/ Format card Allows you to format the internal memory or the memory card. E75 Language Allows you to change the camera’s display language. E75 TV settings Allows you to adjust TV-connection settings. E76 Charge by computer Allows you to set whether or not the battery in the camera is charged when the camera is connected to a computer. E77 Toggle Av/Tv selection Allows you to switch the method for setting the flexible program, shutter speed or aperture value.
Using the Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) Function Functions That Can Be Performed Using Wi-Fi You can perform the following functions if you install the dedicated software “Wireless Mobile Utility” on your smart device that runs on Android OS or iOS, and connect it to the camera. Using the Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) Function Take Photos You can use a smart device to remotely release the camera shutter and save images to the smart device. • Operations cannot be performed on the camera during remote control operation.
Connecting the Smart Device to the Camera Press the d button M q (Wi-Fi options) tab M k button 1 Use the multi selector HI to select Connect to smart device and press the k button. • When the Wi-Fi function is turned on, the SSID and password are displayed. • If no connection confirmation is received from the smart device within 3 minutes, the message “No access.” is displayed and the camera returns to the Wi-Fi options screen.
To Terminate the Wi-Fi Connection • Turn off the camera. • Set the Wi-Fi setting on the smart device to Off. B Using the Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) Function 96 Notes About Wi-Fi Connection • Connect to smart device cannot be selected in the following situations: - When no memory card is inserted in the camera. - When an Eye-Fi card (E80) is inserted in the camera. - When the camera is connected to a TV, computer, or printer. - When the battery level indicator in the monitor indicates B.
Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer Connection Methods You can enhance your enjoyment of images and movies by connecting the camera to a TV, computer, or printer. Open the connector cover. Insert the plug straight. • Before connecting the camera to an external device, make sure the remaining battery level is sufficient and turn the camera off. Before disconnecting, make sure to turn the camera off.
Viewing images on a TV E15 Images and movies captured with the camera can be viewed on a TV. Connection method: Connect a commercially available HDMI cable to the TV’s HDMI input jack. Viewing and organizing images on a computer Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer 98 A99 You can transfer images to a computer to perform simple retouching and manage image data. Connection method: Connect the camera to the computer’s USB port with the included USB cable.
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™ Compatible Operating Systems Windows Windows 8.1, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP Mac OS X 10.9, 10.8, 10.7 Refer to the Nikon website for details on system requirements, including the latest information on operating system compatibility.
2 Select a language in the language selection dialog to open the installation window. • If the desired language is not available, click Region Selection to choose a different region and then choose the desired language (the Region Selection button is not available in the European release). • Click Next to display the installation window.
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 USB cable. The camera automatically turns 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. • Click Start Transfer. Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer Start Transfer • At default settings, all the images on the memory card will be copied to the computer. 3 Terminate the connection. • If the camera is connected to the computer, turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable.
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) ............................................................................................ E5 Editing Still Images ............................................................................ E7 Connecting the Camera to a TV (Viewing Images on a TV) ......
Using Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playback) Shooting with Easy Panorama Rotate the mode dial to y M d button M p Easy panorama 1 Select W Normal (180°) or X Wide (360°) as the shooting range and press the k button. Easy panorama Normal (180°) Wide (360°) • When the camera is readied in the horizontal position, the image size (width × height) is as follows.
4 Move the camera in one of the four directions until the guide indicator reaches the end. • When the camera detects which direction it is moving in, shooting begins. Guide Example of Camera Movement • Using your body as the axis of rotation, move the camera slowly in an arc, in the direction of the marking (KLJI).
Viewing Images Captured with Easy Panorama Switch to playback mode (A32), display an image captured using easy panorama in fullframe playback mode, and then press the k button to scroll the image in the direction that was used when shooting. • Rotate the multi selector to scroll forward or backward quickly. 4/ 132 0004. JPG 2014/05/15 15:30 15/05/2014 Playback controls are displayed at the bottom of the monitor during playback.
Viewing and Deleting Images Captured Continuously (Sequence) Viewing Images in a Sequence Images captured continuously are saved as a sequence. The first image of a sequence is used as the key picture to represent the sequence when displayed in full-frame playback mode or thumbnail playback mode (default setting). To display each image in the sequence individually, press the k button. 4/ 132 0004. JPG 2014/05/15 15:30 15/05/2014 After pressing the k button, the operations listed 1/ below are available.
Deleting Images in a Sequence When the l button is pressed for images in a sequence, the images that are deleted vary depending on how the sequences are displayed. • When the key picture is displayed: - Current image: All images in the displayed sequence are deleted. - Erase selected images: When a key picture is selected on the erase selected images screen (A34), all images in that sequence are deleted. - All images: All images in the internal memory or on the memory card are deleted.
Editing Still Images Before Editing Images You can easily edit images on this camera. Edited copies are saved as separate files. Edited copies are saved with the same shooting date and time as the original. C Restrictions on Image Editing An image can be edited up to ten times.
k Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and Saturation Select an image (A32) M d button (A8) M k Quick retouch Use the multi selector HI to select the desired effect level and press the k button. Quick retouch • The edited version is displayed on the right. • To exit without saving the copy, press J.
e Skin Softening: Softening Skin Tones Select an image (A32) M d button (A8) M e Skin softening 1 Use the multi selector HI to select the desired effect level and press the k button. Skin softening • To exit without saving the copy, press J. Normal Amount 2 Preview the result and press the k button. • The edited face is zoomed in. • When more than one face has been edited, press JK to switch the face that is displayed. • To change the effect level, press the d button and return to step 1.
p Filter Effects: Applying Digital Filter Effects Select an image (A32) M d button (A8) M p Filter effects Option Description Reference Section Soft portrait Blurs the background of human subjects. When no human subjects are detected, keeps the area in the center of the frame in focus and blurs the surrounding area. Selective color Keeps only a selected image color and makes other colors black-and-white.
2 Use HI to select the color to keep and press the k button. 3 Preview the result and press the k button. Selective color Preview • An edited copy is created. • To exit without saving the copy, press J. Back Save g Small Picture: Reducing the Size of an Image Select an image (A32) M d button (A8) M g Small picture Use the multi selector HI to select the desired copy size and press the k button.
F RAW (NRW) Processing: Creating JPEG Images from NRW Images Press the c button (playback mode) M d button (A8) M F RAW (NRW) processing 1 Use the multi selector HIJK to select the image to be RAW processed and press the k button. RAW (NRW) processing Back 2 Set the RAW (NRW) processing parameters. RAW (NRW) processing EXE Reference Section • Apply the settings below while checking the image by moving the zoom control toward g (i). Move toward g (i) again to return to the setting screen.
B Notes About RAW (NRW) Processing • This camera can only create JPEG-format copies of RAW (NRW) images taken with this camera. • Preset manual of White balance can only be selected for images taken with White balance set to Preset manual. • The Noise reduction filter (E45) that was set for shooting images is applied to the JPEG images to be created. C More Information See “Printing Images of Size 1:1” (E25) for more information.
a Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy 1 2 Move the zoom control to enlarge the image (A81). Refine copy composition and press the d button. • Move the zoom control toward g (i) or f (h) to adjust the zoom ratio. Set a zoom ratio at which u is displayed. • Use the multi selector HIJK to scroll the image so that only the portion to be copied is visible in the monitor. 3 4.0 Select Yes and press the k button. • An edited copy is created.
Connecting the Camera to a TV (Viewing Images on a TV) 1 Turn off the camera and connect it to the TV. • Make sure that the plugs are properly oriented. Do not insert or remove the plugs at an angle when connecting or disconnecting them. to HDMI jack HDMI micro connector (Type D) 2 Set the TV’s input to external input. • See the documentation provided with your TV for details. 3 Press and hold down the c button to turn on the camera.
Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) Users of PictBridge-compatible printers can connect the camera directly to the printer and print images without using a computer. Connecting the Camera to a Printer 1 2 Turn off the camera. Turn on the printer. • Check printer settings. 3 Connect the camera to the printer using the included USB cable. • Make sure that the plugs are properly oriented. Do not insert or remove the plugs at an angle when connecting or disconnecting them.
4 The camera is automatically turned on. • The PictBridge startup screen (1) is displayed in the camera monitor, followed by the Print selection screen (2). Print selection 15/05 2014 NO. 32 32 B If the PictBridge Startup Screen Is not Displayed When Auto is selected for Charge by computer (E77), it may be impossible to print images with direct connection of the camera to some printers.
3 Select the desired number of copies (up to 9) and press the k button. Copies 1 4 Select Paper size and press the k button. PictBridge 4 prints Start print Copies Paper size 5 Select the desired paper size and press the k button. • To apply the paper size setting configured on the printer, select Default as the paper size option. • The paper size options available on the camera vary depending on the printer that you use. Reference Section 6 E18 Select Start print and press the k button.
Printing Multiple Images 1 When the Print selection screen is displayed, press the d button. Print selection 15/05 2014 NO. 32 32 2 Use the multi selector HI to select Paper size and press the k button. • To exit the print menu, press the d button. 3 Select the desired paper size and press the k button. 4 Select Print selection, Print all images, or DPOF printing and press the k button. Paper size Default 3.5×5 in. 5×7 in. 100×150 mm 4×6 in. 8×10 in.
Print selection Select images (up to 99) and the Print selection number of copies (up to 9) of each. • Use the multi selector JK to select 1 1 2 3 images, and use HI to specify the number of copies to be printed. • Images selected for printing are indicated by the check mark icon Back and the numeral indicating the number of copies to be printed. If no copies have been specified for images, the selection is canceled.
Editing Movies When editing movies, use a sufficiently charged battery to prevent the camera from turning off during editing. When the battery level indicator is B, movie editing is not possible. B Restrictions on Movie Editing Movies recorded with n 1080/60i or q 1080/50i, or p iFrame 720/30p or p iFrame 720/25p cannot be edited. Extracting Only the Desired Portion of a Movie The desired portion of a recorded movie can be saved as a separate file.
5 Use HI to select m (Save) and press the k button. Save • Follow the instructions on the screen to save the movie. 5m 52s B Notes About Movie Extracting • A movie that was created by editing cannot be edited again. • The actual trimmed portion of a movie may differ slightly from the portion selected using the start and end points. • Movies cannot be trimmed so that they are less than two seconds long.
The Shooting Menu (A, B, C or D Mode) Image Quality Enter shooting mode M d button M A, B, C, D or i tab (A9) M Image quality Set the image quality (compression ratio) used when saving images. Lower compression ratios result in higher quality images, but the number of images that can be saved is reduced. Option Description Fine Finer image quality than Normal. Compression ratio of about 1:4 b Normal (default setting) Normal image quality, suitable for most applications.
C Image Quality Setting • The image quality can be set in any shooting mode. The setting is also applied to other shooting modes (except shooting mode i and Easy panorama scene mode). • RAW (NRW) images cannot be saved in the following shooting modes. - Scene mode - Special effects mode If you change the shooting mode to either of the above shooting modes when a RAW (NRW) image quality has been selected, the image quality will change to Fine or Normal.
Image Size Enter shooting mode M d button M A, B, C, D or i tab (A9) M Image size Set the image size (number of pixels) used when saving JPEG images. The larger the image size, the larger the size at which it can be printed, but the number of images that can be saved is reduced.
Picture Control (COOLPIX Picture Control) (Changing the Settings for Image Recording) Rotate the mode dial to A, B, C, D or i M d button M A, B, C, D or i tab (A9) M Picture Control Change the settings for image recording according to the shooting scene or your preferences. Sharpness, contrast and saturation can be adjusted in detail. Description Option Reference Section b Standard (default setting) Standard processing for balanced results. Recommended for most situations.
Customizing Existing COOLPIX Picture Controls: Quick Adjust and Manual Adjust COOLPIX Picture Control can be customized using Quick adjust, which allows for balanced adjustment of sharpness, contrast, saturation and other image editing components, or manual adjust, which allows for detailed adjustment of the components individually. 1 Use the multi selector HI to select the desired type of COOLPIX Picture Control and press the k button. • Items can also be selected by rotating the multi selector.
Types of Quick Adjust and Manual Adjust Option Description Reference Section Quick adjust1 Adjusts the sharpness, contrast and saturation levels automatically. Setting to the – side reduces the effect of the selected COOLPIX Picture Control, and setting to the + side emphasizes its effect. • Default setting: 0 Image sharpening Controls how much outlines are sharpened during shooting. The higher the number, the sharper the image, and the lower the number, the softer the image.
Option Toning3 1 2 3 Description Controls the tint used in monochrome photographs from B&W (black-and-white), Sepia, and Cyanotype (blue-tinted monochrome). Pressing the multi selector I when Sepia or Cyanotype is selected enables you to select a saturation level. Press JK to adjust the saturation. • Default setting: B&W (black-and-white) Quick adjust is not available in Neutral, Monochrome, Custom 1 and Custom 2. The values set manually are disabled if quick adjust is used after manual setting.
Custom Picture Control (COOLPIX Custom Picture Control) Rotate the mode dial to A, B, C, D or i M d button M A, B, C, D or i tab (A9) M Custom Picture Control Customize the settings of COOLPIX Picture Control (E27) and register them in Custom 1 or Custom 2 of Picture Control. Creating COOLPIX Custom Picture Controls 1 Use the multi selector HI to select Edit and save, and press the k button.
White Balance (Adjusting Hue) Rotate the mode dial to A, B, C, D or i M d button M A, B, C, D or i tab (A9) M White balance Adjust white balance to suit the light source or weather conditions in order to make the colors in images match what you see with your eyes. • Use Auto (normal) under most conditions. Change the setting when you want to adjust the hue of the image you are taking. You can also perform fine adjustment of white balance after selecting its type (E32).
C Fine Adjustment of White Balance To perform fine adjustment of white balance, select Auto (normal) the type of white balance and press the k button. Use the multi selector HIJK to configure settings. • “A” represents amber, “B” blue, “G” green, and “M” magenta. Back Reset • Press the l button to reset. • Press the d button to return to the previous screen. The color displayed in the fine-tune screen represents the approximate color in the color temperature direction.
Using Preset Manual Use the procedure below to measure the white balance value under the lighting used during shooting. 1 Place a white or gray reference object under the lighting that will be used during shooting. 2 Use the multi selector HI to select Preset manual, and press the k button. • The lens extends to the zoom position for measurement. 3 Select Measure.
Metering Rotate the mode dial to A, B, C, D or i M d button M A, B, C, D or i tab (A9) M Metering The process of measuring the brightness of the subject to determine the exposure is known as “metering.” Use this option to set the method of how the camera meters exposure. Option G Matrix (default setting) Description The camera uses a wide area of the screen for metering. Recommended for typical shooting.
Continuous Shooting Rotate the mode dial to A, B, C, D or i M d button M A, B, C, D or i tab (A9) M Continuous Option U k m One image is captured each time the shutter-release button is pressed. Continuous H While the shutter-release button is held all the way down, images are captured continuously. • The frame rate for continuous shooting is about 10 fps and the maximum number of continuous shots is about 10 (when image quality is set to Normal and image size is set to F 4000×3000).
Option Description Continuous H: 60 fps Each time the shutter-release button is pressed all the way, images are captured at a high speed rate. • The frame rate for continuous shooting is about 60 fps and the maximum number of continuous shots is 60. • Image size is fixed at A (1280 × 960 pixels). BSS (Best Shot Selector) While the shutter-release button is held all the way down, the camera captures a series of up to 10 images and automatically saves the sharpest image.
C Pre-shooting Cache When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway or all the way down, images are saved in the manner described below. Press down halfway Press down all the way Images saved before Images saved by pressing all the way pressing all the way • The pre-shooting cache icon (Q) in the monitor glows green while the shutterrelease button is pressed halfway. Interval Timer Shooting 1 Use the multi selector HI to select X Intvl timer shooting, and then press the k button.
2 Set the desired interval between each shot. • Use JK to select an item , and use HI to set the time. • Press the k button when setting is complete. 3 4 m s 00 30 Edit Press the d button to display the shooting screen. Press the shutter-release button to shoot the first image. • The shutter is automatically released at the specified interval to shoot subsequent images. • The monitor turns off and the power-on lamp flashes during the intervals between shots (when the battery is used).
ISO Sensitivity Rotate the mode dial to A, B, C, D or i M d button M A, B, C, D or i tab (A9) M ISO sensitivity Higher ISO sensitivity allows darker subjects to be captured. Additionally, even with subjects of similar brightness, images can be taken at faster shutter speeds, and blurring caused by camera shake and subject movement can be reduced. • When higher ISO sensitivity is set, images may contain noise.
Exposure Bracketing Rotate the mode dial to A, B or C M d button M A, B or C tab (A9) M Exposure bracketing The exposure (brightness) can be changed automatically during continuous shooting. This is effective for shooting when it is difficult to adjust the picture brightness. Option Description Off (default setting) Exposure bracketing is not performed. ±0.3 When the shutter-release button is pressed all the way, three shots are taken in sequence and the camera varies exposure by 0, –0.3, and +0.
AF Area Mode Rotate the mode dial to A, B, C, D or i M d button M A, B, C, D or i tab (A9) M AF area mode Change the method of how the camera selects the focus area for autofocus. Option Description When the camera detects a human face, it focuses on that face. See “Using Face Detection” (A78) for more information.
Option s M Subject tracking Target finding AF (default setting) Description Use this function to take images of moving subjects. Register the subject on which the camera focuses. The focus area automatically moves to track the subject. See “Using Subject Tracking” (E43) for more information. End 1/250 F5.6 1/250 F5.6 25m 0s 840 When the camera detects the main subject, it focuses on that subject. See “Using the Target Finding AF“ (A77).
Using Subject Tracking Rotate the mode dial to A, B, C, D or i M d button M A, B, C, D or i tab (A9) M AF area mode 1 Use the multi selector HI to select s Subject tracking, and press the k button. • Press the d button after changing the settings and return to the shooting screen. 2 Face priority Manual (spot) Manual (normal) Manual (wide) Subject tracking Target finding AF Register a subject. Start 1/250 F5.6 25m 0s 840 End 1/250 F5.6 1/250 F5.
Autofocus Mode Rotate the mode dial to A, B, C, D or i M d button M A, B, C, D or i tab (A9) M Autofocus mode Select how the camera focuses when shooting still images. Option Description Single AF A (default setting) The camera focuses only when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. B Full-time AF The camera continues focusing even when the shutter-release button is not pressed halfway. The sound of lens drive movement is heard while the camera focuses.
Noise Reduction Filter Rotate the mode dial to A, B, C, D or i M d button M A, B, C, D or i tab (A9) M Noise reduction filter Set the strength of the noise reduction function that is normally performed when saving images. Option e High M Normal (default setting) l Low Description Performs noise reduction at a level higher than the standard strength. Performs noise reduction at the standard strength. Performs noise reduction at a level lower than the standard strength.
Built-in ND Filter Rotate the mode dial to A, B, C, D or i M d button M A, B, C, D or i tab (A9) M Built-in ND filter When the camera's built-in ND filter is used, the amount of light that enters the camera can be reduced to about one-eighth (equivalent to three steps lower in terms of the exposure value) while shooting. Use in situations such as when overexposure results from the subject being too bright. Option Y Description On Use the ND filter to reduce the light.
Active D-Lighting Rotate the mode dial to A, B, C, D or i M d button M A, B, C, D or i tab (A9) M Active D-Lighting Details in highlights and shadows are preserved, and the natural contrast that is seen with the naked eye is well reproduced in the image taken. This is particularly effective for shooting scenes with high contrast, such as brightly lit outdoor scenery from a dark room or shaded subjects at a sunny seaside. Option Description a b c High Normal Low k Off Active D-Lighting is not applied.
Multiple Exposure Rotate the mode dial to A, B, C, D or i M d button M A, B, C, D or i tab (A9) M Multiple exposure The camera combines two to three images and saves them as a single image. Option Description Multiple exposure mode Shoots images in multiple exposure mode when set to On. • Individual images are also saved. • Default setting: Off Auto gain Set whether or not to automatically adjust the brightness of the image when combining images.
2 3 4 Select On, and then press the k button. Multiple exposure mode On Off Press the d button to display the shooting screen. Press the shutter-release button to shoot the first image. 1/250 5 F5.6 25m 0s 840 Press the shutter-release button to shoot the second image. 6 Press the shutter-release button to shoot the third image. • The combined image of the first to third images is saved and multiple exposure ends. • It may take some time until the third image is shot.
Zoom Memory Rotate the mode dial to A, B, C, D or i M d button M A, B, C, D or i tab (A9) M Zoom memory Option Description On When the zoom control is moved, the zoom position (equivalent to focal length/angle of view in 35mm [135] format) is switched to the positions that have been selected by setting the check box to on in this menu option. The following settings are available: 24 mm, 28 mm, 35 mm, 50 mm, 85 mm, 105 mm, 120 mm.
Startup Zoom Position Rotate the mode dial to A, B, C, D or i M d button M A, B, C, D or i tab (A9) M Startup zoom position Set the zoom position (equivalent to focal length/angle of view in 35mm [135] format) for when the camera is turned on. The following settings are available: 24 mm (default setting), 28 mm, 35 mm, 50 mm, 85 mm, 105 mm and 120 mm.
The Playback Menu See “Editing Still Images“ (E7) for information about image editing functions. a Print Order (Creating a DPOF Print Order) Press the c button (playback mode) M d button (A8) M a Print order If you configure print order settings in advance, you can use them with the printing methods listed below. • Taking the memory card to a digital photo lab that supports DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) printing. • Inserting the memory card into a DPOF-compatible printer’s card slot.
3 Select whether or not to print shooting date and shooting information. Print order Done • Select Date and press the k button to print the shooting date on all images. Date • Select Info and press the k button to print Info the shutter speed and aperture value on all images. • Lastly, select Done and press the k button to complete the print order. B Notes About Printing Shooting Date and Shooting Information • Some printers may not be able to print the shooting date and shooting information.
b Slide Show Press the c button (playback mode) M d button (A8) M b Slide show Play back images one by one in an automated “slide show.” When movie files (A90) are played back in the slide show, only the first frame of each movie is displayed. 1 Use the multi selector HI to select Start and press the k button. Slide show Pause • The slide show begins.
d Protect Press the c button (playback mode) M d button (A8) M d Protect The camera protects selected images from accidental deletion. Select images to protect or cancel protection for previously protected images from the image selection screen (A85). Note that formatting the camera’s internal memory or the memory card (E75) permanently deletes protected files.
E Voice Memo Press the c button (playback mode) M select an image M d button (A8) M E Voice memo Voice memos can be recorded and attached to images. Recording Voice Memos • Press and hold the k button to record (up to about 20 seconds). • Do not touch the microphone. • During recording, o and p flash in the monitor. 20s • The voice memo playback screen is displayed after recording ends. Press the k button to play back the voice memo. • Delete the current voice memo before recording a new voice memo.
h Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory and Memory Card) Press the c button (playback mode) M d button (A8) M h Copy Copy images or movies between the internal memory and a memory card. 1 2 Use the multi selector HI to select a destination option to which images are copied and press the k button. Select a copy option and press the k button. Copy Camera to card Card to camera Camera to card • If you choose the Selected images option, use the image selection screen to specify images (A85).
C Sequence Display Options Press the c button (playback mode) M d button (A8) M C Sequence display options Select the method used to display images in the sequence (E5). Option Description Individual pictures Displays each image in a sequence individually. F is displayed on the playback screen. Key picture only (default setting) Displays only the key picture for images in a sequence.
The Movie Menu Movie Options Enter shooting mode M d button M e (movie) tab (A9) M Movie options Select the desired movie option to record. Select normal speed movie options to record at normal speed, or HS movie options (E60) to record in slow or fast motion. • Memory cards (Class 6 or higher) are recommended for recording movies (A21).
HS Movie Options Recorded movies are played back in fast or slow motion. See “Playing Back in Slow Motion and Fast Motion” (E61) for more information. Option Image size Aspect ratio (horizontal to vertical) Description h HS 480/4× u 640 × 480 4:3 1/4-speed slow motion movies • Max. recording time: 7 minutes 15 seconds (playback time: 29 minutes) i HS 720/2× w 1280 × 720 16:9 1/2-speed slow motion movies • Max. recording time: 14 minutes 30 seconds (playback time: 29 minutes) j HS 1080/ x 0.
C Playing Back in Slow Motion and Fast Motion When recording at normal speed: Recording time 10 s Playback time 10 s When recording at h/u HS 480/4×: Movies are recorded at 4× normal speed. They are played back in slow motion at 4× slower speed. Recording time 10 s Playback time 40 s Slow motion playback When recording at j/x HS 1080/0.5×: Movies are recorded at 1/2 normal speed. They are played back in fast motion at 2× faster speed.
Autofocus Mode Enter shooting mode M d button M e (movie) tab (A9) M Autofocus mode Set how the camera focuses when recording movies. Option A Single AF (default setting) B Full-time AF C Description Focus is locked when movie recording starts. Select this option when the distance between the camera and the subject will remain fairly consistent. The camera focuses continuously. Select this option when the distance between the camera and subject will change significantly during recording.
The Wi-Fi Options Menu d button M q (Wi-Fi options) tab (A9) Configure the Wi-Fi (wireless LAN) settings to connect the camera and a smart device. Option Description Connect to smart device When wirelessly connecting the camera and a smart device, select Connect to smart device. See “Using the Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) Function” (A94) for more information. Options SSID: Change the SSID. The SSID configured here is displayed on the smart device. Set a 1- to 24-character alphanumeric SSID. Auth./encryp.
Operating the Text Input Keyboard • Use the multi selector HIJK or rotate it to select alphanumeric characters. Press the k button to enter the selected character in the text field and move the cursor to the next space. • To move the cursor in the text field, select N or O on the keyboard, and press the k button. • To delete one character, press the l button. • To apply the setting, select P on the keyboard and press the k button.
The Setup Menu Welcome Screen Press the d button M z tab (A9) M Welcome screen Configure the welcome screen that is displayed when you turn on the camera. Option Description None (default setting) Does not display the welcome screen. COOLPIX Displays a welcome screen with the COOLPIX logo. Select an image Displays an image selected for the welcome screen. • The image selection screen is displayed. Select an image (A85) and press the k button.
Time Zone and Date Press the d button M z tab (A9) M Time zone and date Set the camera clock. Option Date and time Description • Select an item: Press the multi Date and time selector JK (changes between D, M, Y, h, and m). D M Y • Edit the date and time: Press 15 05 2014 HI. Date and time can also be changed by rotating the multi selector or command dial. • Apply the setting: Select the m setting and press the k button or K.
Setting the Time Zone 1 Use the multi selector HI to select Time zone and press the k button. Time zone and date 15/05/2014 15:30 London, Casablanca Date and time Date format Time zone 2 Select w Home time zone or x Travel destination and press the k button. • The date and time displayed in the monitor changes depending on whether the home time zone or travel destination is selected. 3 Press K.
Monitor Settings Press the d button M z tab (A9) M Monitor settings Option Description Photo info Set the information to be displayed in the monitor during shooting and playback. Image review On (default setting): The captured image is displayed in the monitor immediately after shooting and the monitor display returns to the shooting screen. Off: The captured image is not displayed immediately after shooting. Brightness Set the monitor brightness to one of 6 levels.
Shooting mode Playback mode Hide info 4 / 132 Framing grid+auto info 1/250 F5.6 25m 0s 840 In addition to information shown with Auto info, a framing grid is displayed to help frame images. 0004. JPG 15/05/2014 15:30 The current settings or operation guide is displayed as in Auto info. 4 / 132 B 0004. JPG 15/05/2014 15:30 The current settings or operation guide is displayed as in Auto info. Reference Section 25m 0s Movie 1/250 F5.
Print Date (Imprinting Date and Time on Images) Press the d button M z tab (A9) M Print date 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 (E53). 15/05/2014 Option Description f Date Date is imprinted on images. S Date and time Date and time are imprinted on images. k Off (default setting) B Date and time are not imprinted on images.
Vibration Reduction Press the d button M z tab (A9) M Vibration reduction Set to reduce the effects of camera shake while shooting. Set Vibration reduction to Off when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting. Option Description g Normal (default setting) Compensates camera shake that commonly occurs when shooting at telephoto zoom positions or slow shutter speeds. The camera automatically detects the panning direction and only compensates for vibration caused by camera shake.
Motion Detection Press the d button M z tab (A9) M Motion detection Enable motion detection to reduce the effects of subject movement and camera shake when shooting still images. Option Description UAuto Motion detection is enabled with some shooting modes or settings, when r is displayed on the shooting screen. When the camera detects subject movement or camera shake, r turns green, and the ISO sensitivity and shutter speed are automatically increased to reduce blurring.
Digital Zoom Press the d button M z tab (A9) M Digital zoom Option Description On (default setting) Digital zoom is enabled. Off Digital zoom is disabled. B Notes About Digital Zoom • Digital zoom cannot be used in the following scene modes. - Scene auto selector, Portrait, Night portrait, Easy panorama, Pet portrait • Digital zoom cannot be used when using certain settings of other functions.
Sound Settings Press the d button M z tab (A9) M Sound settings Option Description Button sound When On (default setting) is selected, the camera produces one beep when operations are performed, two beeps when focus is acquired on the subject, and three beeps when an error occurs. The start-up sound is also produced. • Sounds are disabled when using Pet portrait scene mode. • The start-up sound is not produced when Welcome screen is set to None.
Format Memory/Format Card Press the d button M z tab (A9) M Format memory/Format card Use this option to format the internal memory or a memory card. Formatting the internal memory or memory cards permanently deletes all data. Data that has been deleted cannot be recovered. Make sure to transfer important images to a computer before formatting. • Do not turn the camera off or open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover during formatting.
TV Settings Press the d button M z tab (A9) M TV settings Adjust settings for connection to a TV. Option Description HDMI Select a resolution for HDMI output. When Auto (default setting) 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 When On (default setting) is selected, the HDMI-CECcompatible TV’s remote control can be used to control the camera during playback (E15).
Charge by Computer Press the d button M z tab (A9) M Charge by computer Option Description a Auto (default setting) When the camera is connected to a computer that is running (A97), the battery inserted into the camera is automatically charged using power supplied by the computer. Off The battery inserted into the camera is not charged when the camera is connected to a computer.
Toggle Av/Tv Selection Press the d button M z tab (A9) M Toggle Av/Tv selection Switch the method for setting the flexible program, shutter speed or aperture value when shooting mode is set to A, B, C, D or i. Option Description Use the command dial to set the flexible program or Do not toggle selection shutter speed, and the multi selector to set the aperture (default setting) value.
Blink Warning Press the d button M z tab (A9) M Blink warning Select whether or not the camera detects human subjects that have blinked using face detection (A78) when shooting in the following modes: • Scene auto selector, Portrait or Night portrait (when Tripod is selected) scene mode (A36) • When shooting mode is set to A, B, C, D or i (when Face priority (E41) is selected for AF area mode option) Option Description On When one or more human subjects may have blinked in an image captured using face de
Eye-Fi Upload Press the d button M z tab (A9) M Eye-Fi upload Option Description Enable b (default setting) Upload images created by the camera to a preselected destination. c Disable Images are not uploaded. B Notes About Eye-Fi Cards Reference Section • Note that images will not be uploaded if signal strength is insufficient even if Enable is selected. • Remove your Eye-Fi card from the camera where wireless devices are prohibited. Signals may be transmitted even if Disable is selected.
Peaking Press the d button M z tab (A9) M Peaking Option Description On (default setting) When operating manual focus, focusing is assisted by highlighting areas that are in focus in white on the image displayed in the monitor (A61, 62). Off Peaking is disabled. Reset All Press the d button M z tab (A9) M Reset all When Reset is selected, the camera’s settings are restored to their default values. • Some settings, such as Time zone and date or Language, are not reset.
Error Messages Refer to the table below if an error message is displayed. Display A Cause/Solution Battery temperature is elevated. The camera will turn off. The camera turns off automatically. Wait until the battery has cooled before resuming use. – The camera will turn off to prevent overheating. The inside of the camera has become hot. The camera turns off automatically. Wait until the camera has cooled before resuming use. – The write-protect switch is in the “lock” position.
Display Image cannot be saved. A Cause/Solution An error occurred while saving the image. Insert a new memory card or format the internal memory or memory card. 20, E75 The camera has run out of file numbers. Insert a new memory card or format the internal memory or memory card. The image cannot be used for the welcome screen. E65 There is insufficient space to save the copy. Delete images from the destination. 33, 91 Sound file cannot be saved. A voice memo cannot be attached to this image.
Display A Cause/Solution • There are no images available for a slide show, etc. All images are hidden. • There are no images that can be displayed on the image selection screen for deletion. This image cannot be The image is protected. deleted. Disable protection. – E55 Reference Section Raise the flash. 37 • When the scene mode is Scene auto selector, you can take an image even if the flash is lowered but the flash will not fire.
Display Cause/Solution A Printer error: check printer status. After solving the problem, select Resume and press the k button to resume printing.* – Printer error: check paper. Load the specified size of paper, select Resume, and press the k button to resume printing.* – Printer error: paper jam. Remove the jammed paper, select Resume, and press the k button to resume printing.* – Printer error: out of paper.
File Names Images, movies, or voice memos are assigned file names as follows. File name: DSCN0001.JPG (1) (2) (3) Not shown on camera monitor.
Optional Accessories Battery charger Battery Charger MH-65 (Charging time when no charge remains: Approx. 2 hours and 30 minutes) AC Adapter EH-62F (connect as shown) 1 2 3 AC adapter Before closing the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover, fully insert the power connector cord into the slot in the battery chamber. If part of the cord runs out of the groove, the cover or cord may be damaged when the cover is closed. Availability may vary with country or region.
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Technical Notes and Index Caring for the Products ................................... F2 The Camera.............................................................................................F2 The Battery..............................................................................................F3 Charging AC Adapter..........................................................................F4 Memory Cards........................................................................................
Caring for the Products The Camera To ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the precautions described below in addition to the warnings in “For Your Safety” (Avii-ix) when using or storing the device. B Do Not Drop The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shock or vibration. B Handle the Lens and All Moving Parts with Care Do not apply force to the lens, lens cover, monitor, memory card slot, or battery chamber. These parts are easily damaged.
B Turn the Product off Before Removing or Disconnecting the Power Source or the Memory Card Do not remove the battery while the product is on, or while images are being saved or deleted. Forcibly cutting power in these circumstances could result in loss of data or in damage to product memory or internal circuitry. B Notes About 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.
• If the battery will not be used for some time, insert it in the camera and completely exhaust it before removing it for storage. The battery should be stored in a cool location with an ambient temperature of 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F). Do not store the battery in hot or extremely cold locations. • Always remove the battery from the camera or optional battery charger when it is not being used. When inserted, minute amounts of current are drawn from the battery even when not in use.
Memory Cards • Use only Secure Digital memory cards. See “Approved Memory Cards” (A21) for recommended memory cards. • 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. • 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.
Caring for the Camera Cleaning Lens Avoid touching glass parts with your fingers. Remove dust or lint with a blower (typically a small device with a rubber bulb attached to one end that is pumped to produce a stream of air out the other end). To remove fingerprints or other stains that cannot be removed with a blower, wipe the lens with a soft cloth, using a spiral motion that starts at the center of them and working toward the edges.
Storage Turn the camera off when not in use. Be sure that the power-on lamp is off before putting the camera away. Remove the battery if the camera will not be used for an extended period.
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 Cause/Solution A • Wait for recording to end. – 22, • If the problem persists, turn the camera off. If the E87 camera does not turn off, remove and reinsert the The camera is on battery or batteries or, if you are using an AC adapter, but does not disconnect and reconnect the AC adapter.
Problem Cause/Solution A • The camera automatically turns off to save power 23 (auto off function). Camera turns off • The camera or battery has become too cold and F3 without cannot operate properly. warning. • The inside of the camera has become hot. Leave the – camera off until the inside of the camera has cooled, and then try turning it on again. The monitor is blank. • The camera is off. • The battery is exhausted. • The camera has entered standby mode to save power.
Problem Cause/Solution Date not • The current shooting mode does not support Print imprinted on date. images even • A function that restricts the Print date function is when Print enabled. date is enabled. • The date cannot be imprinted on movies. Screen for setting time zone and date is displayed when The clock battery is exhausted; all settings were camera is turned restored to their default values. on. A 92, E70 76 – 24, 25 Camera settings reset.
Problem Cause/Solution • When the camera is in playback mode, press the c button, shutter-release button or b (e movieNo image record) button. captured when • When menus are displayed, press the d button. the shutter• The battery is exhausted. release button is • When the scene mode is Night portrait or pressed. Backlighting with HDR set to Off, raise the flash. • When the flash lamp is flashing, the flash is charging. Camera cannot focus. Colored stripes appear in the monitor when shooting.
Problem Cause/Solution • A function that restricts digital zoom is enabled. • Digital zoom is set to Off in the setup menu. Digital zoom cannot be used. • Digital zoom cannot be used in the following scene modes. - Scene auto selector, Portrait, Night portrait, Easy panorama, Pet portrait Image size not available. A 72 92, E73 72 36 • A function that restricts the Image size option is 72 enabled. • When the scene mode is set to Easy panorama, the 42 image size is fixed.
Problem A Cause/Solution Unexpected results when flash set to V (auto with redeye reduction). When taking images with V (auto with red-eye reduction) or fill flash with red-eye reduction in Night portrait scene mode, In-Camera Red-Eye Fix may be applied to areas not affected by red-eye in rare cases. Use any scene mode other than Night portrait, and change the flash mode to any setting other than V (auto with red-eye reduction) and try taking an image again. Skin tones are not softened.
Playback Issues Problem File cannot be played back. Cause/Solution A – • This camera may not be able to play back images saved with another make or model of digital camera. – • This camera cannot play back RAW (NRW) images or movies captured or recorded with another make or model of digital camera. – • This camera may not be able to play back data edited on a computer. • Files cannot be played back during interval timer 67, shooting. E37 • Playback zoom cannot be used with movies.
Problem The PictBridge screen is not displayed when the camera is connected to a printer. Cause/Solution A With some PictBridge-compatible printers, the PictBridge screen may not be displayed and it may be impossible to print images when Auto is selected for 93, the Charge by computer option. Set the Charge by E77 computer option to Off and reconnect the camera to the printer. Images to be printed are not displayed. • The memory card contains no images. Replace the memory card.
Specifications Nikon COOLPIX P340 Digital Camera Type Number of effective pixels Image sensor Lens Focal length f/-number Construction Digital zoom magnification Vibration reduction Motion blur reduction Autofocus (AF) Focus range Focus-area selection Technical Notes and Index Monitor Frame coverage (shooting mode) Frame coverage (playback mode) Storage Media File system File formats F16 Compact digital camera 12.2 million 1/1.7-in. type CMOS; approx. 12.
Image size (pixels) ISO sensitivity (Standard output sensitivity) Exposure Metering mode Exposure control Shutter Speed I/O terminal 12 M 4M VGA 16:9 2M 1:1 4000×3000 2272×1704 640×480 1920×1080 3000×3000 • • • • 8M 2M 16:9 9M 3:2 3264×2448 1600×1200 3968×2232 3984×2656 • ISO 80 to 3200 • ISO 6400, Hi 1 (equivalent to ISO 12800) (available when using A, B, C or D mode) • Hi 2 (equivalent to ISO 25600) (available when using High ISO monochrome in special effects mode) Matrix, center-weighted, or spo
Wireless LAN Standards Communications protocols Range (line of sight) Operating frequency Security Access protocols Supported languages Power sources Charging time Technical Notes and Index Battery life1 Still pictures Movie recording (actual battery life for recording)2 Tripod socket Dimensions (W × H × D) Weight Operating environment Temperature Humidity IEEE 802.11b/g (standard wireless LAN protocol) ARIB STD-T66 (standard for low power data communication systems) IEEE 802.
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 Type Rechargeable lithium-ion battery Rated capacity DC 3.7 V, 1050 mAh Operating temperature 0°C - 40°C (32°F - 104°F) Dimensions (W × H × D) Approx. 32 × 43.8 × 7.9 mm (1.3 × 1.7 × 0.3 in.) Weight Approx. 22.5 g (0.8 oz) Charging AC Adapter EH-71P Rated input AC 100 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz, MAX 0.2 A Rated output DC 5.0 V, 1.0 A Operating temperature 0°C - 40°C (32°F - 104°F) Dimensions (W × H × D) Approx. 55 × 22 × 54 mm (2.2× 0.9 × 2.2 in.
AVC Patent Portfolio License This product is licensed under the AVC Patent Portfolio License for the personal and non-commercial use of a consumer to (i) encode video in compliance with the AVC standard (“AVC video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal and non-commercial activity and/or was obtained from a video provider licensed to provide AVC video. No license is granted or shall be implied for any other use.
Trademark Information • Microsoft, Windows and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. • Mac, OS X, the iFrame logo and the iFrame symbol are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Inc., in the U.S. and other countries. • 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 Technical Notes and Index Symbols A C Aperture-priority auto mode ............................................................. 46, 48 k Apply selection button ................ 5 A Auto mode ............................ 26, 35 l Delete button ........................... 33, 91, E6, E56 m Flash mode ............................. 53, 54 K Flash pop-up control.............. 54 D Focus mode........................... 53, 59 w Function button ............................. 4 D Manual mode ..............
Charging AC adapter........ 18, F19 Choose key picture ......... 84, E58 Close-up k ............................................ 40 Color temperature...................... E32 Command dial ....................... 3, 5, 46 Computer..................................... 98, 101 Continuous ................ 67, 71, E35 Contrast............................................. E28 Control ring............................................. 69 Control ring options....... 92, E73 COOLPIX Custom Picture Control ..........
Full-time AF ...................... 67, 90, E44, E62 Functions that cannot be used simultaneously....................................... 72 H HDMI................................................... E76 HDMI device control................. E76 HDMI micro connector............. E15 HDR............................................................... 41 High ISO monochrome................... 45 High key.................................................... 45 High-contrast monochrome........
O Optical zoom .......................................... 29 Optional accessories ................. E87 P Q Quick adjust.................................... E28 Quick retouch........................ 83, E8 R RAW (NRW) images ............................................. E12, E23 S Saturation......................................... E28 Save user settings................................ 52 Scene auto selector x .................... 37 Scene mode............................................
Technical Notes and Index Single AF ...................... 67, 90, E44, E62 Skin softening.............. 79, 83, E9 Slide show ............................ 83, E54 Slow motion movies ............................................. E60, E61 Slow sync .................................................. 55 Small picture ........................ 83, E11 Smile timer.................................... 53, 58 Soft............................................................... 44 Sound settings...................
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