DIGITAL CAMERA User’s Manual En
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Introduction First Steps A Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode y/x Shooting Suited for the Scenes a/y Automatic Shooting of Smiling Faces d Sport Continuous Mode Shoot pictures using A, B, C, D, E and F c More on Playback D Movies E Voice Recordings Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers d Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus Technical Notes i
For Your Safety To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equipment. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the product will read them.
For Your Safety Observe caution when handling the battery The battery may leak or explode if improperly handled. Observe the following precautions when handling the battery for use in this product: • Before replacing the battery, turn the product off. If you are using the AC adapter, be sure it is unplugged. • Use only a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL5 (supplied). Charge the battery by inserting it in a Battery Charger MH-61 (supplied).
For Your Safety Use appropriate cables When connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for the purpose, to maintain compliance with product regulations. Handle moving parts with care Be careful that your fingers or other objects are not pinched by the lens cover or other moving parts. CD-ROMs The CD-ROMs supplied with this device should not be played back on audio CD equipment.
Notices Notice for Customers in the U.S.A. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Notices Notice for customers in Canada CAUTION This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. ATTENTION Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Notice for customers in Europe This symbol indicates that this product is to be collected separately. The following apply only to users in European countries: • This product is designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point. Do not dispose of as household waste.
Table of Contents For Your Safety ........................................................................................................................................ ii WARNINGS .................................................................................................................................................................. ii Notices .......................................................................................................................................................
Table of Contents Using Focus Mode ...............................................................................................................................36 Setting the Focus Mode ..................................................................................................................................37 Using Manual Focus...........................................................................................................................................38 Exposure Compensation .........
Table of Contents Playing Voice Memos ........................................................................................................................................80 Deleting Voice Memos.....................................................................................................................................80 D Movies ............................................................................................................................................. 81 Recording Movies .......
Table of Contents M Noise Reduction....................................................................................................................................... 126 Q Distortion Control .................................................................................................................................... 126 Functions that Cannot be Applied Simultaneously.................................................................... 127 Playback Options: The Playback Menu .......................
Introduction About This Manual Introduction Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX P90 digital camera. This manual was written to help you enjoy taking pictures with your Nikon digital camera. Read this manual thoroughly before use, and keep it where all those who use the product will read it.
Information and Precautions Life-Long Learning Introduction As part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product support and education, continually updated information is available online at the following sites: • For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/ • For users in Europe and Africa: http://www.europe-nikon.com/support/ • For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http://www.nikon-asia.
Information and Precautions Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction Introduction Note that simply being in possession of material that was digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera or other device may be punishable by law. • Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, securities, government bonds or local government bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are stamped “Sample”.
Parts of the Camera The Camera Body Built-in flash raised Introduction 3 1 2 6 7 4 5 8 9 4 10 11 12 1 Power switch/Power-on lamp ...................................................................... 19, 146 2 Mode dial........................................................... 10 3 Built-in microphone.................... 80, 81, 87 4 Built-in flash ................................................7, 32 5 m (Flash pop-up) button....................
Parts of the Camera 3 4 Introduction 1 2 5 13 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 14 15 16 17 18 1 x (monitor) button .................................14 10 Multi selector...................................................12 2 Diopter adjustment control................... 14 11 l (delete) button......... 30, 31, 80, 86, 90 3 Electronic viewfinder .................................14 12 k (apply selection) button ...................12 4 s (display) button ...............................
Parts of the Camera Changing the Angle of the Monitor Introduction The angle of the monitor can be lowered down to 45° or raised upward to 90°. This is convenient when taking pictures with the camera held at high or low positions. B Notes on Monitor • Do not apply excessive force when changing the angle of the monitor. • The monitor cannot be moved horizontally. • Put the monitor back in the original position when using in normal situations.
Parts of the Camera Raising and Lowering the Built-in Flash Introduction Press the m (flash pop-up) button to raise the built-in flash. • When not using the built-in flash, gently push the flash down until it clicks shut. Attaching the Camera Strap and Lens Cap Attach the lens cap to the strap, and then attach the strap to the camera (at two places). B Lens Cap • Remove the lens cap before you shoot a picture.
Parts of the Camera The Monitor Introduction The following indicators may appear in the monitor during shooting and playback (actual display varies with current camera settings). See page 15 for details on changing the monitor display. Shooting 34 33 32 31 30 29 24 2 4 1 5 6 3 7 8 9 35 10 12 13 14 11 28 27 26 25 15 1/125 F2.8 22 20 19 23 21 16 999 a 999 9999 17 b 1m00s 1m00s 18 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 8 Shooting mode* ..........................................
Parts of the Camera Introduction Playback 1 17 16 15 18 2 3 4 5 15/05/2009 12:00 9999.JPG 6 7 14 13 999/ 999 9 10 11 12 8 999/ 999 9999/9999 a 1m00s 1m00s b 1 Date of recording......................................... 20 10 Voice memo recording guide .............. 80 2 Time of recording ........................................ 20 11 Voice memo playback guide ................ 80 3 Protect icon....................................................132 12 Movie playback indicator .........
Basic Operations The Mode Dial Align the mode icon with the mark next to the mode dial. Introduction A Auto (A24) A, B, C, D (A60) Choose this simple mode, an automatic, “point-andshoot” mode recommended for firsttime users of digital cameras. Choose these modes for greater control over shutter speed and aperture. d Sport Continuous (A56) Continuous shooting of pictures are done at high speeds when the shutterrelease button is pressed down fully.
Basic Operations The Command Dial Introduction You can rotate the command dial to select items from a menu screen or to choose and configure any of the following functions.
Basic Operations The Multi Selector Introduction This section describes standard uses of the multi selector to select modes, select menu options, and to apply selections. For Shooting Display m (flash mode) (A32) menu or choose the option above Display o (exposure compensation) Display n (A39) guide (self-timer/smile timer/blink proof ) (A35, 54) menu Flash mode Apply selection Display D (focus mode) (A36) menu or choose the option below For Playback 15/05/2009 15:30 0004.
Basic Operations The d Button Introduction Press the d button to display the menu and to select options for the menu items. • Use the multi selector to navigate the menus (A12). • Menu items can also be chosen by rotating the command dial. • Choose the tabs on the left to display the options for each menu item. • Press the d button again to exit the menu.
Basic Operations Help Displays Introduction Rotate the zoom control to g (j) when M is displayed at the bottom of the menu screen to view a description of the currently selected menu option. To return to the original menu, rotate the zoom control to g (j) again. White balance For accurate color reproduction, choose a setting that matches the light source. Back The x (monitor) Button Press the x (monitor) button to switch between the monitor or electronic viewfinder.
Basic Operations The s (display) Button Introduction To switch between the information displayed on the monitor during shooting and playback, press the s button. For Shooting 1/125 16 F2.8 Display information Display the picture and the shooting data. 1/125 16 F2.8 Framing grids1 Information hidden Display a boxed guide for framing. Display the picture only. For Playback 15/05/2009 15:30 0004.JPG 100NIKON 0004.JPG P 1/125 F2.8 ISO 4 4 4 +1.
First Steps Charging the Battery Charge the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL5 (supplied) using the Battery Charger MH-61 (supplied). 1 Connect the power cable in the order of 1-2. • The CHARGE lamp will light. First Steps 2 Insert the battery into the battery charger by sliding the battery forward 1, and press down until it locks into place 2. • CHARGE lamp starts blinking when charging starts. • Charging is complete when the lamp stops blinking.
Charging the Battery Remove the battery and unplug the charger. B Notes on the Battery Charger First Steps 3 • The supplied battery charger is for use only with a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL5. Do not use with incompatible batteries. • Be sure to read and follow the warnings and cautions of “For Your Safety” (Aii) thoroughly before using the battery charger.
Inserting the Battery Insert a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL5 (supplied) into the camera. • Charge the battery before first use or when the battery is running low (A16). Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. 2 Insert the battery. First Steps 1 • Confirm that the positive (+) and negative (–) terminals are oriented correctly, as shown on the label at the entrance of the battery chamber, and insert the battery.
Inserting the Battery Removing the Battery First Steps Turn the camera off and confirm that the power-on lamp and the monitor are off before opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. To eject the battery, open the battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover and slide the orange battery latch in the direction shown 1. The battery can then be removed by hand 2. • Note that the battery may become hot during use; observe due caution when removing the battery.
Setting Display Language, Date and Time A language-selection dialog is displayed the first time the camera is turned on. 1 Press the power switch to turn on the camera. • The power-on lamp (green) will light for a moment and the monitor will turn on. • Remove the lens cap. First Steps 2 Use the multi selector to choose the desired language and press the k button. • For information on using the multi selector, see “The Multi Selector” (A12) 3 Choose Yes and press the k button.
Setting Display Language, Date and Time 5 Edit the date. 6 Choose the order in which the day, month and year are displayed. Date D M Y 01 01 2009 00 00 Edit Date D M Y 15 05 2009 15 First Steps • Press H or I to edit the highlighted item. • Press K to move the highlight in the following order. D (day) ➝ M (month) ➝ Y (year) ➝ hour ➝ minute ➝ DMY (the order in which the day, month, and year are displayed) • Press J to return to the previous cursor.
Inserting Memory Cards Image, sound, and movie files are stored in the camera’s internal memory (approx. 47 MB) or on removable memory cards (available separately) (A155). If a memory card is inserted in the camera, data is automatically stored on the memory card and data recorded to the memory card can be played back, deleted, or transferred. Remove the memory card to store data in the internal memory, or play back, delete, or transfer data from the internal memory.
Inserting Memory Cards B Formatting a Memory Card B The Write Protect Switch Memory cards are equipped with a write protect switch. When this switch is in the “lock” position, data cannot be written to, or deleted from, the memory card. If the switch is in the “lock” position, unlock it by sliding the switch to the “write” position to record or delete pictures, or to format the memory card. B First Steps If the message at the right is displayed when the camera is turned Card is not formatted.
Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select A (Auto) Mode This section describes how to take pictures in A (auto) mode, an automatic, “pointand-shoot” mode recommended for first-time users of digital cameras. Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode 1 Rotate the mode dial to A. 2 Remove the lens cap and press the power switch. • The power will be turned on, and the lens will extend. • The power-on lamp (green) will light for a moment and the monitor will turn on.
Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select A (Auto) Mode Indicators Displayed in A (Auto) Mode Shooting mode A displayed in A (auto) mode. Vibration reduction icon Reduces the effects of camera shake. 1/125 F2.8 Aperture (A61) Internal memory indicator Pictures will be recorded to internal memory. When a memory card is inserted, C is not displayed and pictures will be recorded to the memory card. D 16 Image Quality and Image Size The combination of image size and image quality (compression) is displayed.
Step 2 Frame a Picture 1 Ready the camera. • Hold the camera steadily in both hands. • Keep your fingers, hair, strap and other objects away from the lens, flash, AF-assist illuminator, microphone and speaker. Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode 2 Frame the picture. • Position the main subject near the center of the monitor. 1/125 F2.8 16 Using the Electronic Viewfinder Use the electronic viewfinder to frame pictures when bright light makes it difficult to see the display in the monitor.
Step 2 Frame a Picture Using the Zoom Zoom out Zoom in Rotate the zoom control to activate optical zoom. Rotate in the direction of g to zoom in on the subject. Or rotate in the direction of f to have a wider view. Rotating the zoom control all the way in either direction will adjust the zoom quickly, while rotating the control partially will adjust the zoom slowly.
Step 3 Focus and Shoot 1 Press the shutter-release button halfway. • The camera focuses on the subject in the center focus area. When the subject is in focus, the focus area will glow green. Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode 1/125 F2.8 • When digital zoom is in effect, the focus area is not displayed. When the camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame, the focus indicator (A8) will glow green.
Step 3 Focus and Shoot B During Recording While pictures are being recorded, the number of exposures remaining display will blink. Do not open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover while pictures are being recorded. Cutting power or removing the memory card in these circumstances could result in loss of data or in damage to the camera or card. B Autofocus D Focus Lock Use focus lock to focus on off-center subjects when Center is selected for AF area mode.
Step 4 Viewing and Deleting Pictures Viewing Pictures (Playback Mode) Press the c button. Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode • The last picture shot will be displayed in full-frame playback mode. • Press the multi selector H, I, J or K to view additional pictures. Continue holding down the button to fast forward pictures. Pictures can also be chosen by rotating the command dial. • Pictures may be displayed briefly at low resolution while being read from the memory card or internal memory.
Step 4 Viewing and Deleting Pictures C Options Available in Playback Mode The following options are available in full-frame playback mode. Option Playback zoom Use Description A g (i) Enlarge the view of the picture currently displayed in the monitor, up to about 10×. Press the k button to return to full-frame playback. 73 Display images by 4, 9 or 16 picture thumbnails or the calendar.
Using the Flash In dark locations or when the subject is backlit, you can shoot pictures with flash by raising the built-in flash. The flash has a range of about 0.5 to 8.0 m (1 ft. 8 in. to 26 ft.) for wide, and about 1.7 to 5.0 m (5 ft. 7 in. to 16 ft.) for tele (when ISO sensitivity is set to Auto). Change the flash setting according to each situation. U Auto Flash fires automatically when lighting is poor.
Using the Flash Setting the Flash Mode 1 Press the m (flash pop-up) button. The built-in flash will be raised. • When the built-in flash is lowered, the flash mode will be fixed to W (off ). Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode 2 Press m (flash mode). • The flash mode menu is displayed. 3 Use the multi selector to choose the desired mode and press the k button. • The icon for the selected flash mode is displayed at the top of the monitor.
Using the Flash B Shooting When Lighting is Poor and When the Flash is Disabled (W) • Use of a tripod is recommended to stabilize the camera during shooting and avoid the effects of camera shake. Set Vibration reduction (A143) to Off when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting. • The E indicator is displayed when the camera automatically increases sensitivity. Pictures taken when E is displayed may be slightly mottled.
Taking Pictures with the Self-Timer The self-timer function is useful when you wish to have your picture taken, such as when taking memorial pictures, and for reducing the effects of camera shake that occurs when the shutter-release button is pressed. When using the self-timer, use of a tripod is recommended. Turn Vibration reduction (A143) off when using a tripod. 1 Press n (self-timer). • The self-timer menu is displayed. Use the multi selector to choose 10s or 2s and press the k button.
Using Focus Mode Choose a focus mode according to the subject and composition. A Autofocus Camera automatically adjusts focus according to distance to subject. Use when the distance from subject to lens is 50 cm (1 ft. 8 in.) or more, or 1.7 m (5.6 ft.) or more when camera is zoomed all the way out. D Macro close-up Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode Use for close-ups of flowers or small objects. The closest shooting distance will vary according to the magnification of the zoom.
Using Focus Mode Setting the Focus Mode 1 Press p (focus mode). • The focus mode menu is displayed. Focus Use the multi selector to choose the focus mode and press the k button. • The mode selected for focus mode is displayed. • When A (autofocus) is applied, P is only displayed for a few seconds even if monitor indicators (A15) are turned on. • If a setting is not applied by pressing the k button within a few seconds, the selection will be cancelled. C 1/125 F2.
Using Focus Mode Using Manual Focus 1 Press p (focus mode) to display the focus menu. • Use the multi selector to choose E (manual focus) and press the k button. • The center of the picture will be enlarged and displayed on the screen. Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode 2 Press H or I on the multi selector to adjust the focus. • • • • 3 Adjust the focus while viewing the image in the monitor. Press H to focus on far subjects. Press I to focus on near subjects.
Exposure Compensation Exposure compensation is used to alter the exposure from the value suggested by the camera to make pictures brighter or darker. 1 Press o (exposure compensation). • The exposure compensation guide is displayed. • Exposure compensation is not available for D (manual) mode. 2 • When the subject is too dark: adjust the exposure compensation to “+” side. • When the subject is too bright: adjust the exposure compensation to “–” side.
Shooting Suited for the Scenes Shooting in Scene Mode Camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected subject type. The following scene modes are available. b Portrait g Beach/snow k Close-up n Copy c Landscape e Night portrait f Party/indoor h Sunset i Dusk/dawn j Night landscape u Food l Museum m Fireworks show o Backlight p Panorama assist E Voice recording* * See “Voice Recordings” (A87). Setting the Scene Mode Shooting Suited for the Scenes 1 Rotate the mode dial to y.
Shooting in Scene Mode Features Q b Portrait X * V* n Off* p A o 0.0* Other settings can be selected. Q c Landscape Use this mode for vivid landscapes and cityscapes. • Camera focuses at infinity. When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the focus area or focus indicator (A8) always lights green; however, focus may not be set for nearby subjects, while the camera focuses at infinity.
Shooting in Scene Mode OQ e Night portrait Shooting Suited for the Scenes Use this mode to achieve a natural balance between the main subject and background lighting in portraits taken at night. • The camera automatically detects and focuses on a face looking toward the camera (see “Shooting with Face Priority” (A123) for more information). • If the camera detects multiple faces, the camera focuses on the face closest to the camera.
Shooting in Scene Mode Q g Beach/snow Captures the brightness of such subjects as snowfields, beaches, or sunlit expanses of water. • The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame. X *1 *2 U*1 n Off*2 p A o 0.0*1 o 0.0*1 Other settings can be selected. Self-timer is available. OQ h Sunset X *1 *2 W*1 n Off*2 p A Other settings can be selected. Self-timer is available. OQ i Dusk/dawn Shooting Suited for the Scenes Preserves the deep hues seen in sunsets and sunrises.
Shooting in Scene Mode OQ j Night landscape Use this mode to capture night landscapes. Slow shutter speeds are used to produce stunning night landscapes. • Camera focuses at infinity. When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the focus area or focus indicator (A8) always lights green; however, focus may not be set for nearby subjects, while the camera focuses at infinity. • Motion detection (A144) is disabled. • AF-assist illuminator does not light regardless of the AF assist (A145) setting.
Shooting in Scene Mode u Food Use this mode to take pictures of food. See “Taking Pictures in Food Mode” (A48) for more information. • AF area mode is set to Manual. Press the k button to choose the focus area in which focus is acquired (A122). X *1 *2 W n Off*1 p p o 0.0*2 Self-timer is available. Other settings can be selected.
Shooting in Scene Mode O m Fireworks show Slow shutter speeds are used to capture the expanding burst of light from a firework. • Camera focuses at infinity. When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the focus area or focus indicator (A8) always lights green; however, focus may not be set for nearby subjects, while the camera focuses at infinity. • Digital zoom is not available. • Motion detection (A144) is disabled.
Shooting in Scene Mode Q p Panorama assist Use when taking a series of pictures that will later be joined to form a single panorama using the supplied Panorama Maker software. See “Taking Pictures for a Panorama” (A50) for more information. X n Off*2 p A*3 o 0.0*1 Other settings can be selected. Self-timer is available. D (macro close-up) or B (infinity) can be selected.
Shooting in Scene Mode Taking Pictures in Food Mode Use this mode to take pictures of food. 1 Use the multi selector to choose u Food from the scene menu and press the k button (A40). • The focus mode (A36) setting will be changed to p (macro close-up) and the camera automatically zooms to the position at the closest distance at which the camera can focus.
Shooting in Scene Mode 4 Press the shutter-release button to take the picture. • Focus and exposure are locked when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, and a picture is taken when the shutter-release button is pressed the rest of the way down. • When the camera is unable to focus, the focus area blinks red. Change the composition and press the shutter-release button halfway again. 1/125 F2.8 Shooting Suited for the Scenes B Note on Food Mode Flash mode is disabled.
Shooting in Scene Mode Taking Pictures for a Panorama The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame. Use a tripod for best results. Set Vibration reduction (A143) to Off when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting. 1 Use the multi selector to choose p Panorama assist from the scene menu and press the k button (A40). • The I icon is displayed to show the direction in which pictures will be joined.
Shooting in Scene Mode 5 Press the k button when shooting is completed. • The camera returns to step 2. End Panorama Assist Shooting Suited for the Scenes B 13 • Flash mode, self-timer, focus mode and exposure compensation settings cannot be adjusted after the first picture is taken. Apply the appropriate settings before you start to shoot. Changes to image quality (A107) or image size settings (A108), operation of the zoom, and deletion of images cannot be performed after you start to shoot.
Shooting in the Scene Mode Selected by the Camera (Scene Auto Selector) By simply framing a picture, the camera automatically selects the optimum scene mode for simpler shooting. When the camera is aimed at a subject in x scene auto selector mode, the camera automatically selects one of the following scene modes. • Auto mode • Portrait (A40) • Landscape (A41) • Night portrait (A42) • Night landscape (A44) • Close-up (A44) • Backlight (A46) 1 Rotate the mode dial to x.
Shooting in the Scene Mode Selected by the Camera (Scene Auto Selector) B Note on Scene Auto Selector Mode Depending upon shooting conditions, the camera may not select the desired scene mode. Should this occur, switch to auto mode (A24) or choose the desired scene mode manually (A40). C Focusing in Scene Auto Selector Mode • In scene auto selector mode, the camera detects and focuses on a face looking toward the camera (see “Shooting with Face Priority” (A123) for more information).
Automatic Shooting of Smiling Faces Using Smile Timer/Blink Proof The camera detects a smiling face using face priority and releases the shutter automatically. This function can be used in the following shooting modes: A (auto) mode, Portrait and Night portrait (excluding blink proof ) settings of Scene mode, and A, B, C, D, E and F modes. 1 Press n (self-timer). • The self-timer menu is displayed. • Change any flash mode, exposure compensation, or shooting menu settings before pressing the n button.
Using Smile Timer/Blink Proof 5 Press the shutter-release button when the required pictures have been taken. • Automatic shooting will end. • Shooting will also end in the situations below.
Sport Continuous Mode Shooting in Sport Continuous Mode Sport continuous mode allows rapid, continuous shooting while you press and hold the shutter-release button fully. With continuous shooting, instantaneous movements in moving subjects can be captured clearly. • The ISO sensitivity is set automatically within the range of ISO 640 to 6400. • Image sizes that can be selected are C 2048×1536 or smaller.
Shooting in Sport Continuous Mode B Notes on Sport Continuous Shooting • A longer period of time is taken to record the images after shooting ends. The time taken until recording ends may vary, depending upon the amount of images taken, image quality setting, image size setting and the write speed of the memory card used. • The exposure will be set automatically.
Sport Continuous Menu The sport continuous menu has setting options for the following items. Press the d button when in sport continuous mode to display the sport continuous menu, and then use the multi selector to change the settings. • Choose the d tab when the sport continuous menu is not displayed (A13). High-speed mode Choose the continuous shooting type. Option i Continuous H (16:9) Maximum continuous shooting speed Approx.
Sport Continuous Menu C Pre-shooting Cache When pre-shooting cache is set to On, shooting will start when the shutter-release button is pressed down halfway for more than 0.5 seconds, and images (up to ten) that were recorded just before the shutter-release button is pressed down fully will be saved. Up to a maximum of 35 images can be recorded during the period when the shutter-release button is pressed down fully.
Shoot pictures using A, B, C, D, E and F A, B, C, D modes By rotating the mode dial, you can shoot pictures in the following four exposure modes: A (programmed auto), B (shutter-priority auto), C (aperture-priority auto), and D (manual). In addition to allowing you to set the shutter speed and aperture yourself, these modes offer control over a variety of advanced settings such as changing the ISO sensitivity and white balance in the shooting menu (A105).
A, B, C, D modes D Shutter Speed and Aperture The same exposure can be achieved with different combinations of shutter speed and aperture, allowing you to freeze or blur motion and control depth of field. The following figure shows how shutter speed and aperture affect exposure. When the ISO sensitivity setting (A116) is changed, the range of shutter speeds and aperture values at which the correct exposure can be obtained also changes.
A (Programmed Auto) Mode Shoot pictures with shutter speed and aperture value set automatically by the camera. 1 2 Rotate the mode dial to A. 1/125 F3.2 16 1/250 F2.8 16 Frame the subject and shoot. • At the default setting, the camera automatically selects the focus area (one of nine) containing the subject closest to the camera (A122).
B (Shutter-Priority Auto) Mode Set the shutter speed and shoot pictures. 1 2 3 Rotate the mode dial to B. 1/125 F2.8 16 1/250 F2.8 16 Rotate the command dial to choose the shutter speed value between 1/2000 second and 8 seconds. Focus and shoot. • At the default setting, the camera automatically selects the focus area (one of nine) containing the subject closest to the camera (A122).
C (Aperture-Priority Auto) Mode Set the aperture value and shoot pictures. 1 2 Rotate the mode dial to C. F2.8 16 1/125 F3.2 16 Rotate the command dial to choose the aperture value (f/-number). • When the camera is zoomed all the way out, aperture can be set to values between f/2.8 and f/8.0; at maximum zoom, aperture can be set to values between f/5.0 and f/8.0. 3 1/125 Focus and shoot.
D (Manual) Mode Set the shutter speed and aperture value, and shoot pictures. 1 2 Rotate the mode dial to D. 16 1/125 F2.8 16 1/60 F2.8 16 Rotate the command dial to choose the shutter speed value between 1/2000 second and 8 seconds. • The degree of deviation in the exposure display is shown in EVs (–2 to +2 EV in increments of 1/3 EV). A display similar to that illustrated at right indicates that the picture will be overexposed by 1 EV (+1).
D (Manual) Mode 5 Rotate the command dial to choose an aperture value. • Repeat steps 2 to 5 to modify shutter speed and aperture settings until the desired exposure is achieved. 1/250 6 F2.8 16 Focus and shoot. • At the default setting, the camera automatically selects the focus area (one of nine) containing the subject closest to the camera (A122).
Using E, F (User Setting Mode) Settings that are frequently used for A, B, C and D shooting modes can be saved in mode dial E or F. Rotating the mode dial to E or F enables you to shoot using the saved settings. The following settings can be saved in E and F.
Using E, F (User Setting Mode) Save the Settings in E or F 1 Rotate the mode dial to the desired exposure mode. • Rotate to A, B, C or D. • Settings can be saved even if rotated to E or F (the default settings of shooting mode A are saved when the camera is first purchased). 2 3 Change to a frequently used setting. Press the d button. • The shooting menu is displayed. • Choose the A, B, C, D, E or F tab when the shooting menu is not displayed (A13).
Using E, F (User Setting Mode) Resetting Saved Settings The saved setting will revert back to the default setting of shooting mode A. 1 Choose Reset user settings in the shooting menu screen and press the k button. 2 Choose the destination to reset and press the k button. • The saved settings have been reset.
Active D-Lighting “Active D-Lighting” preserves details in highlights and shadows, creating photographs with natural contrast. The image taken will reproduce the contrast effect that is seen with the naked eye. This is particularly effective for shooting brightly lit outdoor scenery from darker indoors or taking pictures of shaded subjects at a sunny seaside. This feature can be selected in shooting modes A, B, C, D, E, and F. 1 Rotate the mode dial to A, B, C or D.
More on Playback Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback Rotate the zoom control to f (h) in full-frame playback mode (A30) to display pictures as thumbnail images in thumbnail playback mode. 1/ 10 The following operations can be performed in thumbnail playback. To Use Description Press H, I, J or K on the multi selector.
Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback C Icons on the Thumbnails Print-set icon Protect icon When print set (A103) and protected pictures (A132) are selected in thumbnail playback mode, the icons shown at the right are displayed with them. Movies are displayed as film frames. 1/ 10 Film frames Calendar display Rotate the zoom control towards f (h) during playback mode when 16 thumbnails are displayed (A71) to change to calendar display.
Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom Rotating the zoom control to g (i) during full-frame playback mode (A30) zooms in on the current picture, enlarging and displaying the center of the picture on the monitor. • The guide at lower right shows which portion is enlarged. The following operations can be performed while pictures are zoomed in. To Zoom in Zoom out Use Description A g (i) Zoom increases each time the zoom control is rotated to g (i), up to about 10×.
Editing Pictures Use this camera to edit pictures in-camera and store them as separate files (A156). Editing function Quick retouch(A75) D-Lighting(A76) Crop (A77) Small picture(A78) Black border(A79) C Description Easily create a copy with enhanced contrast and richer colors. Create a copy of the current picture with enhanced brightness and contrast, brightening dark portions of the picture. Crop picture.
Editing Pictures Using Quick Retouch Easily create retouched images in which contrast and saturation have been enhanced. Retouched copies are stored as separate files. 1 Choose the desired picture from full-frame (A30) or thumbnail (A71) playback mode and press the d button. • The playback menu is displayed. • Choose the c tab when the playback menu is not displayed (A13). 2 Use the multi selector to choose k Quick retouch and press the k button.
Editing Pictures Enhancing Brightness and Contrast: D-Lighting D-Lighting can be used to create copies with enhanced brightness and contrast, brightening dark portions of a picture. Enhanced copies are stored as separate files. 1 Choose the desired picture from full-frame (A30) or thumbnail (A71) playback mode and press the d button. • The playback menu is displayed. • Choose the c tab when the playback menu is not displayed (A13). 2 Use the multi selector to choose I DLighting and press the k button.
Editing Pictures Creating a Cropped Copy: Crop Create a copy containing only the portion visible in the monitor when u is displayed with playback zoom (A73) enabled. Cropped copies are stored as separate files. 1 Enlarge the desired picture during full-frame display (A30) by rotating the zoom control to the g (i) direction. • To crop a picture displayed in “tall” (portrait) orientation, zoom in on the picture until the black bars displayed on the both sides of the monitor disappear.
Editing Pictures Resizing Pictures: Small Picture Create a small copy of the current picture. Small copies are stored as JPEG files with a compression ratio of 1:16. The following sizes are available. Option l 640×480 m 320×240 n 160×120 1 Description Suitable for television playback. Suitable for displaying on web pages. Suitable for e-mail attachments. Choose the desired picture from full-frame (A30) or thumbnail (A71) playback mode and press the d button. • The playback menu is displayed.
Editing Pictures Adding Black Frame on Pictures: Black Border This function creates copies with Thin, Medium, or Broad black lines, along borders of pictures. Copies with a black frame are stored as separate files. 1 Choose the desired picture from full-frame (A30) or thumbnail (A71) playback mode and press the d button. • The playback menu is displayed. • Choose the c tab when the playback menu is not displayed (A13). 2 Use the multi selector to choose j Black border and press the k button.
Voice Memos: Recording and Playback Use the camera’s built-in microphone to record voice memos for pictures marked with n in full-frame playback mode (A30). 15/05/2009 15:30 0004.JPG Recording Voice Memos 4 A voice memo, up to 20 seconds in length, will be recorded while the k button is pressed down. • Do not touch the built-in microphone during recording. • During recording, o and p blink in the monitor.
Movies Recording Movies To shoot movies with sound recorded via the built-in microphone, select shooting mode and follow the steps below. 1 Rotate the mode dial to D. • Exposure count display shows the maximum total length of a movie that can be recorded. 2 Press the shutter-release button all the way down to start recording. • Camera focuses on the subject in center of the frame. • A progress bar at the bottom of the monitor shows the amount of recording 36s time remaining.
The Movie Menu Movie options, Autofocus mode and Electronic VR settings can be changed in the movie menu. Press the d button in movie mode to display the movie menu and use the multi selector to modify and apply settings. • Choose the D tab when the movie menu is not displayed (A13). D Selecting Movie Options Set to D (Movie) M d M D (Movie menu) M Movie options The movie menu offers the options shown below.
The Movie Menu C Maximum Movie Length Internal memory (approx. 47MB) Memory card (512 MB) 43 s Approx. 7 min 10 s I TV movie 640 1 min 26 s Approx. 14 min 10 s S Small size 320 2 min 50 s 25 min y Time-lapse movieP (A84) 513 frames 1800 frames per movie Q Sepia movie 320 2 min 50 s 25 min R B&W movie 320 2 min 50 s 25 min Option J TV movie 640P (default setting) * All figures are approximate. The maximum recording time may vary with make of memory card.
The Movie Menu w Electronic VR Set to D (Movie) M d M D (Movie menu) M Electronic VR Enable or disable electronic VR for movie recording. Option w On (default setting) k Off Description Reduce the effects of camera shake in all movie modes except Time-lapse movieP. Electronic VR is not enabled. At settings other than Off, the icon for the current setting is displayed in the monitor (A8).
The Movie Menu 3 Choose the interval taken between each shot and press the k button. • Choose from 30 s, 1 min, 5 min, 10 min, 30 min and 60 min. 4 Set interval time 30 s 1 min 5 min 10 min 30 min 60 min Press the d button. • The camera returns to shooting mode. 1/125 5 F2.8 513 Press the shutter-release button all the way down to start recording. • Monitor turns off and the power-on lamp blinks between shots. • Monitor reactivates automatically for the next shot.
Movie Playback In full-frame playback mode (A30), movies are recognized by the movie mode icons (A82). To play a movie, display it in full-frame playback mode and press the k button. 15/05/2009 15:30 0010.AVI 0010 VI 20s Use the zoom control g or f during playback to adjust the volume. Rotate the command dial to advance or rewind the movie. Playback controls appear at the top of the monitor. Press the multi selector J or K to choose a control, then press the k button to perform the selected operation.
Voice Recordings Making Voice Recordings Audio voice recordings can be recorded over the built-in microphone and played back over the built-in speaker. 1 Rotate the mode dial to y. 2 Press the d button to display the scene menu screen, choose EVoice recording with the multi selector and press the k button. • The length of recording that can be made will be displayed. • Choose the C tab when the scene menu is not displayed (A13).
Making Voice Recordings Operations During Recording Record Recording indicator Progress indicator 01: 56: 52 01 Time remaining Index number Operation panel To Use Description Move the cursor on the operation panel Press J or K on the multi selector. m : Press the k button to end recording. r : Press the k button to pause recording. Choose k and press the k button to resume recording while recording is paused. Create index* Press H or I on the multi selector.
Playing Voice Recordings 1 Rotate the mode dial to y. 2 Press the d button to display the scene menu screen, choose E Voice recording with the multi selector and press the k button. • The screen switches to the voice recording screen. • Choose the C tab when the scene menu is not displayed (A13). 3 Press J or K on the multi selector to choose l.
Playing Voice Recordings Operations During Playback Playback indicator Progress indicator Index File number Playback 00: 00: 41 02 001 15/05/2009 17:30 002 15/05/2009 18:30 003 26/05/2009 13:00 Playback time Volume indicator Index number Date and time of recording Operation panel Use the zoom control g/f to adjust playback volume. Rotate the command dial to advance or rewind the voice recording. Playback controls appear at the bottom of the monitor.
Copying Voice Recordings Copy voice recordings between the internal memory and a memory card. This option is available only when a memory card is inserted. 1 2 Press J or K on the multi selector in the voice recording screen (step 3 of A89), choose s and press the k button. Choose a copy option and press the k button. Playback 01: 48: 32 001 15/05/2009 17:30 002 15/05/2009 18:30 003 26/05/2009 13:00 Copy sound files • q: Copy recordings from internal memory to memory card.
Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers Connecting to a TV Connect the camera to a television using the supplied audio/video cable to play back pictures on the television. 1 Turn off the camera. 2 Connect the camera to the TV using the supplied audio/video cable. • Connect the yellow plug to the video-in jack on the TV, and the white plug to the audio-in jack. Yellow White Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers 3 Tune the television to the video channel.
Connecting to a Computer Use the supplied USB cable to connect the camera to a computer, and copy (transfer) pictures to a computer with the supplied Nikon Transfer software. Before Connecting the Camera Installing the Software Before connecting the camera to a computer, software, including Nikon Transfer, and Panorama Maker for creating panorama photos, must be installed from the supplied Software Suite CD. For more information on installing the software, refer to the Quick Start Guide.
Connecting to a Computer Transferring Pictures from the Camera to a Computer Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers 1 2 3 Start the computer to which Nikon Transfer was installed. 4 Turn on the camera. Turn off the camera. Connect the camera to the computer using the supplied USB cable. • The power-on lamp will light. • Windows Vista: When the AutoPlay dialog is displayed, click Copy pictures to a folder on my computer using Nikon Transfer. Nikon Transfer will start.
Connecting to a Computer 5 Transfer pictures when Nikon Transfer has finished loading. • Click the Start Transfer button in Nikon Transfer. All pictures will be transferred to the computer (at the Nikon Transfer default setting). P90 P90 • The folder to which pictures are transferred is automatically opened when transfer is complete (at the Nikon Transfer default setting). • If ViewNX has been installed, ViewNX will start automatically and you can view the pictures transferred.
Connecting to a Computer D Using a Card Reader Pictures stored on a memory card that is inserted into a card reader or similar device can also be transferred to the computer using Nikon Transfer. • If the memory card has a capacity of 2 GB or greater, or is SDHC-compliant, the intended device must support these features of the memory card. • Nikon Transfer will start automatically when a memory card is inserted into the card reader or similar device (default setting of Nikon Transfer).
Connecting to a Printer Users of PictBridge-compatible (A175) printers can connect the camera directly to the printer and print pictures without using a computer. The steps for printing are as follows.
Connecting to a Printer Connecting the Camera and Printer 1 Turn off the camera. 2 Turn on the printer. • Check printer settings. Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers 3 Connect the camera to the printer using the supplied USB cable. 4 Turn on the camera. • When connected correctly, the PictBridge startup screen 1 will be displayed in the camera monitor. Then the print selection screen will be displayed 2. 1 2 Print selection 15/05 2009 NO.
Connecting to a Printer Printing Pictures One at a Time After connecting the camera to the printer correctly (A98), print pictures by following the procedure below. 1 Use the multi selector to choose the picture to be printed and press the k button. Print selection 15/05 2009 • Pictures can also be chosen by rotating the command dial. • Rotate the zoom control to f (h) to display 12 thumbnails, or to g (i) to switch back to full-frame playback. Choose Copies and press the k button.
Connecting to a Printer 6 Choose Start print and press the k button. 7 Printing starts. • Monitor display returns to that shown in step 1 when printing is complete. • To cancel before all copies have been printed, press the k button.
Connecting to a Printer 4 Choose Print selection, Print all images or DPOF printing and press the k button. Print menu Print selection Print all images DPOF printing Paper size Print selection • The menu shown at right will be displayed. To print, choose Start print and press the k button. • Choose Cancel and press the k button to return to the print menu.
Connecting to a Printer DPOF printing Print pictures for which a print order was created in Print set option. • The menu shown at right will be displayed. To print, choose Start print and press the k button. • Choose Cancel and press the k button to return to the print menu. • To view the current print order, choose View images and press the k button. To print pictures, press the k button again.
Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set The Print set option in the playback menu is used to create digital “print orders” for printing on DPOF-compatible printers or in print shops (A175). When the camera is connected to a PictBridge-compatible printer, pictures can be printed from the printer according to the DPOF print order you have created for pictures on the memory card.
Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set 5 Choose whether or not to also print shooting date and photo information. Print set Done • Choose Date and press the k button to print the date of recording on all pictures in the print order. • Choose Info and press the k button to print shooting information (shutter speed and aperture) on all pictures in the print order. • Choose Done and press the k button to complete the print order.
Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu The shooting menu of A, B, C, D, E and F modes contain the following options. q Image quality* A107 Choose the image quality (compression ratio) of recorded pictures. r Image size* A108 Choose the image size of recorded pictures. F Optimize image A111 Change the settings for optimizing images according to the shooting scene or your preferences. B White balance A114 Match white balance to the light source.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu i A68 Save user settings Save the current edited settings into the mode dial E and F modes. i A69 Reset user settings Reset the saved settings in E and F back to the default settings. * This option can also be set in the menus for other shooting modes (except for movie mode). Displaying the Shooting Menu Choose A (Programmed Auto), B (Shutter-Priority Auto), C (Aperture-Priority Auto), D (Manual) or E/F by rotating the mode dial.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu q Image Quality Set to A, B, C or D M d M A, B, C, D (shooting menu) (A105) M Image quality Choose the amount of compression applied to pictures. Lower compression ratios result in higher quality pictures, but also larger file sizes, limiting the number of pictures that can be recorded. a Fine Fine quality images (compression ratio of 1: 4), suitable for enlargement or high quality prints.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu r Image size Set to A, B, C or D M d M A, B, C, D (shooting menu) (A105) M Image size Choose the size of pictures in pixels for recording. Pictures shot at smaller sizes require less memory, making them suited to distribution by e-mail or the web. Conversely, the larger the image, the larger the size at which it can be printed or displayed without becoming noticeably “grainy,” limiting the number of pictures that can be recorded.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu C Number of Exposures Remaining The following table lists the approximate number of pictures that can be stored in internal memory and on a 512 MB memory card, at each combination of Image size (A108) and Image quality (A107) settings. Note that the number of images that can be stored will differ depending on the composition of the image (due to JPEG compression).
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu 1 If the number of exposures remaining is 10,000 or more, the number of exposures remaining display shows “9999”. 2 Print size at an output resolution of 300 dpi. Print sizes are calculated by dividing the number of pixels by printer resolution (dpi) and multiplying by 2.54 cm (1 in.).
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu F Optimize Image Set to A, B, C or D M d M A, B, C, D (shooting menu) (A105) M Optimize image Change the settings for optimizing images according to the shooting scene or your preferences. Contrast, saturation, sharpening, and other settings can be adjusted in detail. g Normal (default setting) Recommended in most situations. h Softer Softens outlines, producing natural results suitable for portraits or retouching on a computer.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu Customizing Image Enhancement Options: Custom Select Custom to make separate adjustments to the following options. Custom Contrast Image sharpening Saturation Contrast Control contrast. Lower settings prevent loss of detail in highlights under harsh lighting or in direct sunlight. Higher settings preserve detail in misty landscapes and other low-contrast subjects. The default setting is Auto.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu Shooting in Black-and-White: Black-and-white When Black-and-white is selected, the options Black-and-white described below are available. Standard Custom • Choose Standard to shoot in basic black-and-white. • Choose Custom to manually adjust Contrast, B&W + color Image sharpening, and Monochrome filter effects. • When the B&W + color option is enabled (w), one black-and-white picture and the same picture in full color are recorded simultaneously.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu B White Balance Set to A, B, C or D M d M A, B, C, D (shooting menu) (A105) M White balance The color of light reflected from an object varies with the color of the light source. The human brain is able to adapt to changes in the color of the light source, with the result that white objects appear white whether seen in the shade, direct sunlight, or under incandescent lighting.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu Preset Manual Preset manual is used with mixed lighting or to compensate for light sources with a strong color cast when the desired effect has not been achieved with settings like Auto and Incandescent (for example, to make images shot under a lamp with a red shade look as though they had been shot under white light). 1 Place a white or gray reference object under the lighting that will be used during shooting.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu E ISO Sensitivity Set to A, B, C or D M d M A, B, C, D (shooting menu) (A105) M ISO sensitivity Sensitivity is a measure of how quickly the camera reacts to light. The higher the sensitivity, the less light needed to make an exposure. Although a high ISO rating is suitable for shooting pictures of subjects in action or in poor lighting, high sensitivity is often associated with “noise” - randomly spaced, brightly colored pixels concentrated in dark parts of the image.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu G Metering Set to A, B, C or D M d M A, B, C, D (shooting menu) (A105) M Metering The process of measuring the brightness of the subject to determine the exposure is known as Metering. Choose how the camera meters exposure. G Matrix (default setting) Camera sets exposure for entire frame. Recommended in most situations. q Center-weighted Camera meters entire frame but assigns greatest weight to subject in center of frame.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu C Continuous Set to A, B, C or D M d M A, B, C, D (shooting menu) (A105) M Continuous Capture motion in a series of pictures and apply Best Shot Selector (BSS). When Continuous, BSS, or Multi-shot 16 is selected, the flash will be set to W (off ), and focus, exposure and white balance are fixed at the values for the first picture in each series. U Single (default setting) One image is shot each time the shutter-release button is pressed.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu B Notes on Continuous Shooting • The maximum frame rate with continuous shooting may vary, depending upon the current image quality setting, image size setting and the type of memory card used. • Be aware that shooting will stop if the built-in flash is raised or lowered while you are pressing the shutter-release button fully in Continuous or BSS mode. B Note on Best Shot Selector BSS is best suited for shooting stationary subjects.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu 3 Press the d button. • The camera returns to shooting mode. 4 Press the shutter-release button all the way down to shoot the first picture and initiate interval timer shooting. • Monitor turns off and the power-on lamp blinks between shots. • The monitor turns back on automatically right before the next image is shot. 5 1/125 F2.8 16 Press the shutter-release button all the way down a second time to end recording.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu H Auto Bracketing Set to A, B, C or D M d M A, B, C, D (shooting menu) (A105) M Auto bracketing Auto bracketing is used to vary exposure by a selected amount over a series of pictures, “bracketing” the exposure value selected by the camera or with exposure compensation. Use in situations in which it is difficult to guess the correct exposure (A39). X ±0.3 Camera varies exposure by 0 EV, +0.3EV, and –0.3EV over next three shots.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu G AF-Area Mode Set to A, B, C or D M d M A, B, C, D (shooting menu) (A105) M AF area mode Use this option to determine where the camera focuses. When digital zoom is in effect, the camera will focus on the subject in the center focus area regardless of the applied AF area mode option. z Face priority The camera automatically detects and focuses on a face looking toward the camera (see “Shooting with Face Priority” (A123) for more information).
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu y Center Camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame. Center focus area is always used. 1/125 F2.8 16 Focus area D More Information See “Autofocus” (A29) for more information. Shooting with Face Priority The camera automatically detects and focuses on a face looking toward the camera. The face priority function will be enabled for the following situations.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu 2 Press the shutter-release button halfway. • The camera focuses on the face framed by the double border. The double border will glow green and focus will be locked. • When the camera is unable to focus on a face, the double border will blink. Press the shutter-release 16 1/125 F2.8 button halfway again and focus. • Press the shutter-release button all the way down to shoot.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu I Autofocus Mode Set to A, B, C or D M d M A, B, C, D (shooting menu) (A105) M Autofocus mode Choose how the camera focuses. A Single AF (default setting) Camera focuses when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. B Full-time AF Camera focuses continuously until the shutter-release button is pressed down halfway. Use with moving subjects. J Flash Exp. Comp. Set to A, B, C or D M d M A, B, C, D (shooting menu) (A105) M Flash exp. comp.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu M Noise Reduction Set to A, B, C or D M d M A, B, C, D (shooting menu) (A105) M Noise reduction At slow shutter speeds, pictures may be affected by “noise” in the form of randomlyspaced, brightly-colored dots concentrated in dark parts of the image. Use this option to reduce noise at slow shutter speeds. Enabling noise reduction increases the time needed to record pictures after they are shot.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu Functions that Cannot be Applied Simultaneously Restrictions apply to the following settings in A, B, C, D, E and F modes. Flash mode • Flash mode is disabled (W) when B (infinity) is selected for focus mode, Continuous, BSS, or Multi-shot 16 is selected for Continuous, or when any mode other than Off is enabled for Auto bracketing.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu ISO sensitivity • When ISO sensitivity is set to 3200 or 6400, Image size cannot be set to F 4000×3000, E 3264×2448, D 2592×1944, I 3984×2656, G 3968×2232 and H 2992×2992. At these image size settings, selecting 3200 or 6400 for ISO sensitivity automatically switches the Image size setting to C 2048×1536. The last image size setting applied is restored when any setting other than 3200 or 6400 is selected for ISO sensitivity.
Playback Options: The Playback Menu The playback menu contains the following options. k I a b c d f i h j Displaying the Playback Menu Display the playback menu by pressing the d button and choosing the c tab (A13). 15/05/2009 15:30 0004.JPG 4 4 Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus g Quick retouch A75 Easily create retouched images in which contrast and saturation have been enhanced. D-Lighting A76 Enhances brightness and contrast in dark portions of pictures.
Playback Options: The Playback Menu Selecting Pictures The picture selection screen, as shown at right, will be displayed with the following menus: • Playback menu: Quick retouch* (A75) , D-Lighting* (A76) , Select images in Print set (A103), Erase selected images in Delete (A132), Protect (A132), Rotate image (A133), Hide image (A133), Small picture* (A78), Selected images in Copy (A134), Black border* (A79) • Setup menu: Welcome screen (A137) Erase selected images Back * These will be displayed if men
Playback Options: The Playback Menu b Slide Show Press the d button M c (Playback menu) (A129) M b Slide show Playback pictures, stored in the internal memory or on a memory card, one by one in an automated “slide show.” 1 Use the multi selector to choose Start and press the k button. Slide show Pause • To change the interval between pictures, choose Start Frame intvl, select the desired interval time, and press Frame intvl the k button before choosing Start.
Playback Options: The Playback Menu c Delete Press the d button M c (Playback menu) (A129) M c Delete Delete selected or all pictures. Erase selected images Delete selected pictures (see “Selecting Pictures” (A130) for more information). Erase all images Delete all pictures. B Notes on Deletion • Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. Transfer important images to a computer before deletion. • Pictures marked with the s icon are protected and cannot be deleted.
Playback Options: The Playback Menu f Rotate Image Press the d button M c (Playback menu) (A129) M f Rotate image Change the orientation of pictures played back in the camera’s monitor after shooting. Pictures can be rotated 90° clockwise or counterclockwise. Pictures that were recorded in the portrait (vertical) orientation can be rotated up to 180° in either direction. Select a picture in the picture selection screen (A130), and press the k button to display the rotate image screen.
Playback Options: The Playback Menu h Copy Press the d button M c (Playback menu) (A129) M h Copy Copy pictures between the internal memory and a memory card. 1 Use the multi selector to select an option from the copy screen and press the k button. Copy • q: Copy pictures from internal memory to memory card. • r: Copy pictures from memory card to internal memory. 2 Select a copy option and press the k button.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu The setup menu contains the following options. c d e f g U h u i l/m n o d p P r Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus k Welcome screen A137 Select screen displayed when camera is turned on. Date A138 Set camera clock and choose home and destination time zones. Monitor settings A141 Adjust post-shooting image review, and monitor brightness settings. Date imprint A142 Imprint the date on pictures.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu Displaying the Setup Menu Choose the z tab in the menu screen. 1 Press the d button to display the menu screen. 2 Press J on the multi selector. • Tab will be selectable. Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus 136 3 Press H or I to select the z tab. 4 Press K or the k button. • The setup menu items will be selectable. • Press the multi selector to select items and set functions on menus (A12).
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu c Welcome Screen Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A135) M Welcome screen You can select the welcome screen to be displayed when the camera is turned on. None (default setting) Welcome screen is not displayed. COOLPIX Displays a welcome screen. Select an image Select a picture in the internal memory or on the memory card for the welcome screen. Choose a picture in the picture selection screen (A130), and press the k button.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu d Date Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A135) M Date Set the camera clock and choose home and travel destination time zones. Date Set camera clock to current date and time. Use the following controls to set the date and time.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu 3 Press K. • The time zone selection screen is displayed. Time zone 15/05/2009 15:30 London, Casablanca Home time zone Travel destination 4 Press J or K to choose the travel destination time zone. • Pressing H in a time zone where daylight saving is in effect will display the W icon on the top of the screen. Daylight saving will be turned on and the time will advance by one hour. To turn off the daylight saving time option, press I.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu D Time Zones (A20) The camera supports the time zones listed below. For time differences not listed below, set the camera clock using Date.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu e Monitor Settings Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A135) M Monitor settings Change the settings for the options below. Image review On (default setting): Picture is automatically displayed in the monitor immediately after it is taken and the monitor display returns to shooting mode. Off: Picture is not displayed after it is taken. Brightness Choose from five settings for monitor brightness. The default setting is 3.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu f Date Imprint Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A135) M Date imprint Date and time of recording can be imprinted on pictures. This information can be printed even from printers that do not support printing of date and time (A104). Off (default setting) Date and time are not imprinted on pictures. Date Date is imprinted on the bottom right corner of pictures taken while this option is in effect.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu g Vibration Reduction Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A135) M Vibration reduction Specify the vibration reduction setting for taking still pictures. Vibration reduction effectively corrects blur, caused by slight hand movement known as camera shake, that commonly occurs when shooting with zoom applied or at slow shutter speeds. Set Vibration reduction to Off when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu U Motion Detection Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A135) M Motion detection Enable motion detection to reduce the effects of camera shake and subject movement when shooting still pictures. Auto When camera detects the movement of the subject or camera shake, the shutter speed will be increased for reducing the effects of them. However, motion detection does not function in the following situations.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu h AF Assist Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A135) M AF assist Enable or disable AF-assist illumination. Auto (default setting) AF-assist illumination will be used to assist the focus operation when the subject is poorly lit. The illuminator has a range of about 4 m (13 ft.) at the maximum wideangle position and about 2.2 m (7 ft. 2 in.) at the maximum telephoto position.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu i Sound Settings Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A135) M Sound settings Adjust the following sound settings. Button sound Turn button sound On (default setting) or Off. A beep will sound once when operations are completed successfully, twice when the camera acquires focus on the subject, and three times when an error is detected. Start-up sound will also play when the camera is turned on. Shutter sound Choose shutter sound from On (default setting) or Off.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu l/m Format Memory/Format Card Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A135) M Format memory/Format card Use this option to format the internal memory or a memory card. Formatting the Internal Memory To format the internal memory, remove the memory card from the camera. The Format memory option appears in the setup menu.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu n Language Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A135) M Language Choose one of 24 languages for display of camera menus and messages.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu d Blink Warning Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A135) M Blink warning Set whether or not to detect human subjects with eyes closed when shooting pictures using face priority (A123) in any mode other than a smile timer/y blink proof (A54). On (default setting) When the camera detects that one or more human subjects have closed their eyes shortly after recognizing the faces and shooting them, the Did someone blink? screen will appear on the monitor.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu Operating the Did someone blink? Screen When the Did someone blink? screen appears on the monitor while shooting using any modes other than a (smile timer)/ y (blink proof ) (A55), the following operations can be performed. If no operations are performed for a few seconds, the screen automatically returns to the shooting mode screen. To g (i) Return to full-frame playback f (h) Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus 150 Rotate the zoom control to g (i).
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu p Reset All Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A135) M Reset all When Reset is selected, the camera’s settings will be restored to their default values. Pop-up Menu Option Flash mode (A32) Default value Auto Self-timer/Smile timer/Blink proof (A35, 54) Focus mode (A36) OFF Autofocus Exposure compensation (A39) 0.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu Shooting Menu Option Image quality (A107) Image size (A108) Optimize image (A111) Normal F 4000×3000 Normal Custom in Optimize image (A112) Contrast: Auto Image sharpening: Auto Saturation: Auto Custom of Black-and-white in Optimize image (A113) Contrast: Auto Image sharpening: Auto Monochrome filter: None B&W + color: OFF White balance (A114) ISO sensitivity (A116) Fixed range auto (A116) Auto Auto ISO 64-100 Metering (A117) Matrix Continuous (A118) Single In
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu Setup Menu Option Welcome screen (A137) Image review (A153) Brightness (A153) Default value None On 3 Date imprint (A142) Off Vibration reduction (A143) On Motion detection (A144) Off AF assist (A145) Auto Digital zoom (A145) On Button sound (A146) On Shutter sound (A146) Auto off (A146) On 1 min Blink warning (A149) On Others Option Slide show (A131) Default value Default 3s • Choosing Reset all also clears the current file number (A156) from the mem
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu P Reset file numbering Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A135) M Reset file numbering When Yes is selected, the sequential numbering of file numbers will be reset (A156). After resetting, a new folder will be created and the file number for the next image taken will start from 0001.
Technical Notes Optional Accessories Rechargeable battery Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL5 Battery charger Battery Charger MH-61 AC Adapter EH-62A (connect as shown) 1 2 3 AC adapter Ensure that the power connector cord passes through the opening before closing the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. Failure to observe this precaution could cause damage to the batterychamber/memory card slot cover.
File and Folder Names Pictures, movies, voice memos, and voice recordings are assigned file names as follows. DSCN0001.
File and Folder Names • A single folder can hold up to 200 pictures; if the current folder already contains 200 pictures, a new folder, named by adding one to the current folder name, will be created the next time a picture is taken. If the current folder is numbered 999 and contains 200 pictures, or a picture is numbered 9999, no further pictures can be taken until the internal memory or memory card is formatted (A147), or a new memory card is inserted.
Caring for the Camera To ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the following precautions when using or storing the device. B Keep dry The device will be damaged if immersed in water or subjected to high humidity. B Do not drop The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shock or vibration. B Handle the lens and all moving parts with care Do not apply force to the lens, lens cover, monitor, memory card slot or battery chamber. These parts are easily damaged.
Caring for the Camera C The Battery • Check the battery level when taking the camera out, and charge the battery if necessary. Do not continue charging once the battery is fully charged, as this will result in reduced battery performance. If possible, carry a fully-charged spare battery when taking pictures on important occasions. • Do not use the battery at ambient temperatures below 0 °C (32 °F) or above 40 °C (104 °F).
Caring for the Camera Cleaning Lens/ electronic viewfinder Avoid touching glass parts with your fingers. Remove dust or lint with a blower (typically a small device with a rubber bulb attached to one end that is pumped to produce a stream of air out the other end). To remove fingerprints or other stains that cannot be removed with a blower, wipe the lens with a soft cloth, using a spiral motion that starts at the center of the lens and working toward the edges.
Caring for the Camera Storage Turn the camera off when not in use. Check that the power-on lamp is off before putting the camera away. Remove the battery if the camera will not be used for an extended period.
Error Messages The following table lists the error messages and other warnings displayed in the monitor, as well as the solutions for dealing with them. Display O (blinks) B N Battery exhausted. Description Clock not set. Set clock. A 138 Battery is running low. Prepare to charge or change battery. 16, 18 Battery exhausted. 16, 18 Charge or change battery. Turn off camera, and allow battery to cool down before resuming use.
Error Messages Display Description Error occurred while recording picture. Solution A Format internal memory or memory card. 147 • Replace memory card. Camera has run out of • Format internal memory or file numbers. memory card. P Image cannot be saved. Picture cannot be used for welcome screen. There is insufficient space to save a copy.
Error Messages Display N File contains no image data. P This file cannot be played back. N All images are hidden. File not created with this camera. The picture cannot be played back in a slide show. Solution A File cannot be viewed on this camera. View file using the computer or any other devices which was used to create or edit this file. – – 131 All images in the internal memory/ memory card are hidden. Disable the Hide image setting to view images. 133 Picture is protected.
Error Messages Display System error Q Description Error has occurred in camera’s internal circuitry. PR Printer error: check printer Printer error. status. Solution A Turn camera off, remove and reinsert battery, and turn camera on. If error persists, contact retailer or Nikonauthorized service representative. 19 Check printer. After solving the problem, select Resume and press the k button to resume printing.
Troubleshooting If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. Refer to the page numbers in the right-most column for more information. Display, Settings and Power Supply Problem Monitor and electronic viewfinder are blank. A 19 24 19, 31 14 93 92 84, 119 Technical Notes Monitor is hard to read. • Ambient lighting too bright: use electronic viewfinder or move to darker location.
Troubleshooting Problem Cause/Solution Date imprint not Date has not been set. available. Date not appearing on pictures even when Date imprint is enabled. Dates cannot be imprinted in the following situations. • When Museum, or Panorama assist is selected in scene mode. • When Continuous or BSS is selected for Continuous • When any setting other than Off is selected for Auto bracketing • When y (blink proof ) is selected • When sport continuous mode is selected • Movies Camera settings reset.
Troubleshooting Shooting Cause/Solution A 30 No picture taken when shutterrelease button is pressed. • When camera is in playback mode, press the c or shutter-release button. • When menus are displayed, press the d button. • Battery is exhausted. • The built-in flash is not raised during the Night portrait or Backlight scene modes. • When flash indicator blinks, flash is charging. Camera cannot focus. • The intended subject is one with which autofocus does not perform well.
Troubleshooting Cause/Solution A 145 Digital zoom cannot be used. • Off is selected for Digital zoom in the setup menu. • Digital zoom cannot be used in the following situations.
Troubleshooting Problem Pictures are too dark (underexposed). • • • • • • Cause/Solution A Flash is set to W (off ). Built-in flash window is blocked. Subject is beyond flash range. Adjust exposure compensation. Raise the ISO sensitivity. Subject is backlit. Raise the built-in flash, set Backlight of the scene mode or set the flash mode to X (fill flash), and then shoot the picture. 32 26 32 39 116 32, 46 Pictures are too bright (overexposed). Adjust exposure compensation.
Troubleshooting Problem Cause/Solution A Cannot record or play back voice memo. • Voice memos cannot be attached to movies. • Voice memos cannot be attached to pictures taken by other cameras. Voice memos that are attached to the picture using other cameras cannot be played back on this camera. 86 58, 108 Cannot use quick retouch, D-Lighting, crop, small picture or black border options • These options cannot be used with movies.
Specifications Nikon COOLPIX P90 Digital Camera Type Effective pixels Image sensor Lens Focal length f/-number Construction Digital zoom Vibration reduction Autofocus (AF) Focus range (from lens) Focus area Electronic viewfinder Frame coverage (shooting mode) Frame coverage (playback mode) Monitor Technical Notes Frame coverage (shooting mode) Frame coverage (playback mode) Storage Media File system File formats 172 Compact digital camera 12.1 million 1/2.33-in. CCD; total pixels: approx. 12.
Specifications Image size (pixels) • • • • • • ISO sensitivity (Standard output sensitivity) • • • • • 4000×3000 2592×1944 1600×1200 1024×768 3984×2656 2992×2992 12 M • 3264×2448 8 M 5M • 2048×1536 3 M 2M • 1280×960 1M PC • 640×480 TV 3:2 • 3968×2232 16:9 • 1920×1080 16:9 2M 1:1 ISO 64, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400 Auto (auto gain from ISO 64 to 800) High ISO Sensitivity auto (ISO 64 to 1600) Fixed range auto (ISO 64 to 100, 64 to 200, 64 to 400) Sport continuous mode (ISO 640 to 6400) Exposu
Specifications Dimensions (W × H × D) Weight Operating environment Operating temperature Humidity Approx. 114 × 83 × 99 mm (4.5 × 3.3 × 3.9 in.) (excluding projections) Approx. 460 g (16.2 oz) (without battery and SD memory card) 0 to 40 °C (32 to 104 °F) 85 % and below (no condensation) • Unless otherwise stated, all figures are for a camera with a fully-charged Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL5 operated at an ambient temperature of 25 °C (77 °F).
Specifications Supported Standards • DCF: Design Rule for Camera File System is a standard widely used in the digital camera industry to ensure compatibility among different makes of camera. • DPOF: Digital Print Order Format is an industry-wide standard that allows pictures to be printed from print orders stored on the memory card. • Exif version 2.2: This camera supports Exif (Exchangeable Image File Format for Digital Still Cameras) version 2.
Index Symbols R 51 C Aperture-priority mode 60, 64 k (apply selection) button 12 A Auto mode 24 l Delete button 30, 31, 80, 86, 90 s (display) button 15 o Exposure compensation 39 X Flash mode 33 X Flash pop-up button 33 p Focus mode 37 j Help 14 D Manual mode 60, 65 d Menu button 13 x Monitor button 15 D Movie mode 81 c Playback button 30 c Playback mode 30 i Playback zoom 73 A Programmed auto mode 60, 62 x Scene auto selector 52 y Scene mode 40 n Self-timer/a Smile timer/y Blink proof 35, 54 B Shutter-pri
Index Distortion control 126 D-Lighting 76 DPOF 175 DPOF print 102 DSCN 156 Dusk/dawn i 43 E Electronic viewfinder 14 Electronic VR 84 Exposure compensation 39 Exposure mode 60 Extension 156 Eyelet for camera strap 4 F H Help 14 Hide Image 133 High ISO Sensitivity auto 116 High speed continuous shooting 58 I Identifier 156 L Landscape c 41 Language 148 Lens 4, 172 Lens cap 7 Li-ion rechargable battery 18 Lithium-ion type battery 18 M Macro close-up 36 Manual focus 36, 38 Manual Mode 65 Memory capacity
Index Noise reduction 126 Number of exposures remaining 24, 109 O Off 32 Optical zoom 27 Optimize Image 111 Optional accessories 155 P Panorama assist p 47, 50 Paper size 99, 100 Party/indoor f 42 PictBridge 97, 175 Playback 30, 31, 71, 72, 73, 80, 86, 89 Playback menu 129 Playback mode 30 Playback zoom 73 Portrait b 41 Power 20, 24 Power connector cover 4 Power switch 20, 24 Preset manual 115 Pre-shooting cache 58, 59 Press halfway 28 Print 99, 100, 103 Print set 103 Print Set Date Option 104 Printer 97
Index Voice memo 80 Voice recording 87 Voice recordings E 87 Volume 86, 90 W Welcome screen 137 White balance 114 Wide 27 Z Zoom 27 Zoom control 4, 27 Technical Notes 179
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