Nortel Networks Digital Camera P7000 User's Manual

DIGITAL CAMERA
User’s Manual
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Introduction
First Steps
Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) Mode
More on Shooting
More on Playback
Editing Pictures
Movie Recording and Playback
Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers
Basic Camera Setup
Caring for the Camera
Technical Notes and Index
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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.
The consequences that could result from failure to observe the precautions listed
in this section are indicated by the following symbol:
This icon marks warnings, information that should be read before using this Nikon
product, to prevent possible injury.
WARNINGS
Turn off in the event of
malfunction
Should you notice smoke or an unusual
smell coming from the camera or
Battery Charger, unplug the Battery
Charger and remove the battery
immediately, taking care to avoid burns.
Continued operation could result in
injury. After removing or disconnecting
the power source, take the equipment
to a Nikon-authorized service
representative for inspection.
Do not disassemble
Touching the internal parts of the
camera or Battery Charger could result
in injury. Repairs should be performed
only by qualified technicians. Should
the camera or Battery Charger break
open as the result of a fall or other
accident, take the product to a Nikonauthorized service representative for
inspection, after unplugging the
product and/or removing the battery.
ii
Do not use the camera or
Battery Charger in the
presence of flammable gas
Do not use electronic equipment in the
presence of flammable gas, as this
could result in explosion or fire.
Do not look at the sun through
the viewfinder
Viewing the sun or other strong light
source through the viewfinder could
cause permanent visual impairment.
Handle the camera strap with
care
Never place the strap around the neck
of an infant or child.
Keep out of reach of children
Particular care should be taken to
prevent infants from putting the
battery or other small parts into their
mouths.
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 an AC
adapter, be sure it is unplugged.
• Use only a Rechargeable Li-ion
Battery EN-EL14 (supplied). Charge
the battery by inserting it in a Battery
Charger MH-24 (supplied).
• When inserting the battery, do not
attempt to insert it upside down or
backwards.
• Do not short or disassemble the
battery or attempt to remove or
break the battery insulation or casing.
• Do not expose the battery to flame
or to excessive heat.
• Do not immerse in or expose to
water.
• Replace the terminal cover when
transporting the battery. Do not
transport or store with metal objects
such as necklaces or hairpins.
• The battery is prone to leakage when
fully discharged. To avoid damage to
the product, be sure to remove the
battery when no charge remains.
• Discontinue use immediately should
you notice any change in the battery,
such as discoloration or deformation.
• If liquid from the damaged battery
comes in contact with clothing or
skin, rinse immediately with plenty of
water.
•
•
•
•
•
•
Observe the following precautions
when handling the Battery
Charger
Keep dry. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in fire or
electric shock.
Dust on or near the metal parts of
the plug should be removed with a
dry cloth. Continued use could result
in fire.
Do not handle the plug or go near
the Battery Charger during lightning
storms. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in electric
shock.
Do not damage, modify or forcibly
tug, place it under heavy objects, or
expose it to heat or flames. Should
the insulation be damaged and the
wires become exposed, take it to a
Nikon-authorized service
representative for inspection. Failure
to observe these precautions could
result in fire or electric shock.
Do not handle the plug or Battery
Charger with wet hands. Failure to
observe this precaution could result
in electric shock.
Do not use with travel converters or
adapters designed to convert from
one voltage to another or with DCto-AC inverters. Failure to observe
this precaution could damage the
product or cause overheating or fire.
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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. Playing CD-ROMs on an
audio CD player could cause hearing
loss or damage the equipment.
Observe caution when using
the flash
Using the flash close to your subject’s
eyes could cause temporary visual
impairment. Particular care should be
observed if photographing infants,
when the flash should be no less than
1 m (3 ft. 4 in.) from the subject.
iv
Do not operate the flash with
the flash window touching a
person or object
Failure to observe this precaution could
result in burns or fire.
Avoid contact with liquid
crystal
Should the monitor break, care should
be taken to avoid injury caused by
broken glass and to prevent liquid
crystal from the monitor touching the
skin or entering the eyes or mouth.
Turn the power off when using
inside an airplane or the
hospital
Turn the power off while inside the
airplane during take off or landing.
Follow the instructions of the hospital
when using while in a hospital. The
electromagnetic waves given out by
this camera may disrupt the electronic
systems of the airplane or the
instruments of the hospital.
Notices
Notices for Customers in the
U.S.A.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONSSAVE 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.
interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the
following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving
antenna.
• Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an
outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/television technician for help.
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. This
equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful
COOLPIX P7000
CAUTIONS
Modifications
The FCC requires the user to be notified
that any changes or modifications
made to this device that are not
expressly approved by Nikon
Corporation may void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
Interface Cables
Use the interface cables sold or
provided by Nikon for your equipment.
Using other interface cables may
exceed the limits of Class B Part 15 of
the FCC rules.
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Notices
Notice for Customers in the State of
California
WARNING
Handling the cord on this product will
expose you to lead, a chemical known
to the State of California to cause birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
Nikon Inc.,
1300 Walt Whitman Road,
Melville, New York 11747-3064
USA
Tel: 631-547-4200
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.
Notices for Customers in Europe
CAUTION
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS
REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE.
DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES
ACCORDING TO THE
INSTRUCTIONS.
This symbol indicates that this
product is to be collected
separately.
The following apply only to
users in European countries:
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• This product is designated for
separate collection at an appropriate
collection point. Do not dispose of as
household waste.
• For more information, contact the
retailer or the local authorities in
charge of waste management.
This symbol on the battery
indicates that the battery is
to be collected separately.
The following apply only to
users in European countries:
• All batteries, whether marked with
this symbol or not, are designated for
separate collection at an appropriate
collection point. Do not dispose of as
household waste.
• For more information, contact the
retailer or the local authorities in
charge of waste management.
Table of Contents
For Your Safety ........................................................................................................................................ ii
WARNINGS .................................................................................................................................................................. ii
Notices ....................................................................................................................................................... v
Introduction ...........................................................................................................................................1
About This Manual ................................................................................................................................ 1
Information and Precautions ............................................................................................................. 2
Parts of the Camera ............................................................................................................................... 4
Camera Body .............................................................................................................................................................4
Monitor .........................................................................................................................................................................6
Basic Operations..................................................................................................................................... 9
Command Dial .........................................................................................................................................................9
f (Av/Tv) Button .....................................................................................................................................................9
Quick Menu Dial and Quick Menu Button...........................................................................................10
Pressing the Shutter-Release Button Halfway/All the Way Down.........................................10
g (AE-L/AF-L) Button.......................................................................................................................................11
w (FUNC) Button ..............................................................................................................................................11
Rotary Multi Selector .........................................................................................................................................12
d Button .............................................................................................................................................................13
Switching Between Tabs in the Menu Screen...................................................................................14
x (Monitor) Button .........................................................................................................................................14
Attaching the Camera Strap .........................................................................................................................15
First Steps ............................................................................................................................................. 16
Charging the Battery ..........................................................................................................................16
Inserting the Battery...........................................................................................................................18
Removing the Battery.......................................................................................................................................19
Turning On and Off the Camera.................................................................................................................19
Setting the Display Language, Date and Time..........................................................................20
Inserting the Memory Card ..............................................................................................................22
Removing the Memory Card........................................................................................................................22
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Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) Mode............................................................... 24
Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select A (Auto) Mode........................................................24
Indicators Displayed in A (Auto) Mode ...............................................................................................25
Step 2 Frame a Picture........................................................................................................................26
Using the Viewfinder .........................................................................................................................................26
Using the Zoom....................................................................................................................................................27
Step 3 Focus and Shoot .....................................................................................................................28
Step 4 Viewing and Deleting Pictures ..........................................................................................30
Viewing Pictures (Playback Mode) ............................................................................................................30
Deleting Unnecessary Pictures ...................................................................................................................31
Using the Flash......................................................................................................................................32
Setting the Flash Mode....................................................................................................................................33
Taking Pictures with the Self-Timer ...............................................................................................35
Taking Pictures of Smiling Faces (Smile Timer) .........................................................................36
Shooting with Remote Control .......................................................................................................38
Using Focus Mode ...............................................................................................................................40
Setting the Focus Mode ..................................................................................................................................41
Using Manual Focus...........................................................................................................................................42
Adjusting the Brightness (Exposure Compensation)..............................................................43
More on Shooting ............................................................................................................................. 44
Selecting a Shooting Mode (Mode Dial)......................................................................................44
Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode)............................................................................45
Setting the Scene Mode..................................................................................................................................45
Shooting in the Scene Selected by the Camera (Scene Auto Selector)............................46
Selecting a Scene Mode to Take Pictures (Features) .....................................................................48
Taking Pictures for a Panorama...................................................................................................................56
Shooting Low-lit Scenes (Low Noise Night Mode) ..................................................................58
Low Noise Night Menu ....................................................................................................................................59
Setting the Exposure for Shooting (A, B, C, D Modes) .......................................................60
A, B, C, D Modes .............................................................................................................................................60
A (Programmed Auto) Mode.......................................................................................................................62
B (Shutter-Priority Auto) Mode ..................................................................................................................63
C (Aperture-Priority Auto) Mode..............................................................................................................64
D (Manual) Mode ...............................................................................................................................................65
Changing the Frequently Used Settings for Shooting (A, B, C, D Modes) ..................67
Quick Menu.............................................................................................................................................................67
a Choosing the Image Quality and the Image Size...............................................................68
b Setting the ISO Sensitivity....................................................................................................................74
c Matching Image Colors with Colors as Seen with the Naked Eye
(White Balance).....................................................................................................................................................76
d Continuous Shooting while Changing the Shutter Speed, ISO Sensitivity and
White Balance (Bracketing)............................................................................................................................80
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Checking the Picture Brightness Distribution (A, B, C, D Modes) ..................................82
Selecting the Focus Area (A, B, C, D Modes)..........................................................................84
Focusing on Moving Subjects for Shooting (Subject Tracking) .............................................88
Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes) ......................................................90
Picture Control (COOLPIX Picture Control) ..........................................................................................92
Custom Picture Control (COOLPIX Custom Picture Control)....................................................96
Metering....................................................................................................................................................................98
Continuous ..............................................................................................................................................................99
Autofocus Mode................................................................................................................................................ 102
Flash Exp. Comp. ............................................................................................................................................... 102
Noise Reduction Filter.................................................................................................................................... 103
Long Exposure NR............................................................................................................................................ 103
Distortion Control............................................................................................................................................. 104
Wide-angle Converter ................................................................................................................................... 104
Flash Control........................................................................................................................................................ 105
Active D-Lighting.............................................................................................................................................. 106
Zoom Memory ................................................................................................................................................... 107
Functions that Cannot be Applied Simultaneously.................................................................... 108
E, F and N (User Setting Modes)...................................................................................... 112
Save the Settings in E, F or N ..................................................................................................... 113
Shooting in E, F or N (User Setting) Mode......................................................................... 114
Resetting Saved Settings ............................................................................................................................. 114
More on Playback ............................................................................................................................115
Operations in Full-Frame Playback ............................................................................................. 115
Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback.................................................................... 116
Calendar Display................................................................................................................................................ 117
Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom ....................................................................................... 118
Viewing Pictures by Date (List by Date) .................................................................................... 119
Selecting a Date in List by Date Mode ................................................................................................ 119
Operations in List by Date Mode ............................................................................................................ 120
List by Date Menus .......................................................................................................................................... 121
Playback Options: Playback Menu.............................................................................................. 122
a Print Set: Setting the Pictures and Number of Copies to Print .................................... 123
b Slide Show.................................................................................................................................................... 126
c Delete: Deleting Multiple Pictures ................................................................................................. 127
Selecting Pictures ............................................................................................................................................. 128
d Protect ........................................................................................................................................................... 129
f Rotate Image............................................................................................................................................... 130
i Hide Image................................................................................................................................................... 130
h Copy: Copying Between the Internal Memory and Memory Card .......................... 131
Voice Memos: Recording and Playback .................................................................................... 132
Recording Voice Memos .............................................................................................................................. 132
Playing Voice Memos ..................................................................................................................................... 132
Deleting Voice Memos.................................................................................................................................. 132
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Editing Pictures ................................................................................................................................133
Picture Editing Functions ............................................................................................................... 133
Editing Pictures.................................................................................................................................. 135
k Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and Saturation ........................................................ 135
I D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and Contrast.................................................................. 136
g Small Picture: Resizing Pictures....................................................................................................... 137
j Black Border: Adding a Black Border to Pictures ................................................................... 138
e Skin Softening: Making Skin Appear Smoother.................................................................... 139
R Straighten: Compensating for Picture Slanting .................................................................... 141
S Miniature Effect: Setting Close-up Miniature Effects ...................................................... 142
F NRW (RAW) Processing: Creating JPEG Images from NRW Images.................... 143
a Crop: Cropping Pictures........................................................................................................................ 145
Movie Recording and Playback ..................................................................................................146
Recording Movies ............................................................................................................................. 146
Selecting a Movie Type to Shoot............................................................................................................ 148
Changing the Movie Mode Settings .................................................................................................... 149
Autofocus Mode................................................................................................................................................ 150
Wind Noise Reduction................................................................................................................................... 150
Movie Playback .................................................................................................................................. 151
Editing Movies .................................................................................................................................................... 152
Saving a Frame from a Movie as a Still Picture ............................................................................... 153
Deleting Unnecessary Movies .................................................................................................................. 153
Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers...........................................................154
Connecting to a TV........................................................................................................................... 154
Connecting to a Computer............................................................................................................ 156
Before Connecting the Camera ............................................................................................................... 156
Transferring Images from a Camera to a Computer ................................................................... 157
Connecting to a Printer................................................................................................................... 161
Connecting the Camera and Printer..................................................................................................... 162
Printing Pictures One at a Time................................................................................................................ 163
Printing Multiple Pictures ............................................................................................................................ 164
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Basic Camera Setup ........................................................................................................................167
Setup Menu......................................................................................................................................... 167
Welcome Screen ............................................................................................................................................... 169
Date........................................................................................................................................................................... 170
Monitor Settings................................................................................................................................................ 173
Date Imprint......................................................................................................................................................... 174
Vibration Reduction ........................................................................................................................................ 175
Motion Detection............................................................................................................................................. 176
AF Assist.................................................................................................................................................................. 177
Red-eye Reduction .......................................................................................................................................... 177
Digital Zoom........................................................................................................................................................ 178
Zoom Speed ........................................................................................................................................................ 179
Sound Settings................................................................................................................................................... 179
Record Orientation .......................................................................................................................................... 180
Auto Off .................................................................................................................................................................. 181
Format Memory/Format Card................................................................................................................... 182
Language............................................................................................................................................................... 183
TV Settings ............................................................................................................................................................ 183
Built-in ND Filter................................................................................................................................................. 184
AE/AF Lock Button ........................................................................................................................................... 185
Fn Button ............................................................................................................................................................... 186
Av/Tv Button........................................................................................................................................................ 187
Customize My Menu....................................................................................................................................... 187
Reset File Numbering..................................................................................................................................... 188
Blink Warning ...................................................................................................................................................... 189
Reset All .................................................................................................................................................................. 191
Firmware Version............................................................................................................................................... 194
Caring for the Camera....................................................................................................................195
Caring for the Camera ..................................................................................................................... 195
Cleaning ................................................................................................................................................................. 197
Storage .................................................................................................................................................................... 198
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Technical Notes and Index ...........................................................................................................199
Optional Accessories ....................................................................................................................... 199
Using Speedlights (External Flash Unit).............................................................................................. 202
File and Folder Names..................................................................................................................... 203
Error Messages ................................................................................................................................... 205
Troubleshooting................................................................................................................................ 210
Specifications ..................................................................................................................................... 217
Supported Standards ..................................................................................................................................... 220
Approved Memory Cards ............................................................................................................................ 221
Index ...................................................................................................................................................... 222
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Introduction
About This Manual
Introduction
Thank you for your purchase of Nikon COOLPIX P7000 digital camera. This manual
is 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.
Symbols and Conventions
To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and
conventions are used:
B
This icon marks cautions,
information that should be read
before use, to prevent damage to
the camera.
C
This icon marks notes,
information that should be read
before using the camera.
D
This icon marks tips, additional
information that may be helpful
when using the camera.
A
This icon indicates that more
information is available
elsewhere in this manual or in the
Quick Start Guide.
Notations
• Secure Digital (SD) memory card, SDHC memory card, and SDXC memory card
are referred to as “memory card.”
• The setting at the time of purchase is referred to as the “default setting”.
• The names of menu items displayed in the camera monitor, and the names of
buttons or messages displayed in a computer monitor are indicated in bold text.
Screen Samples
In this manual, images are sometimes omitted from monitor display samples so
that monitor indicators can be more clearly shown.
Illustrations and Screen Display
Illustrations and text displays shown in this manual may differ from actual display.
C
Memory Cards
Pictures taken with this camera can be stored in the camera’s internal memory or on removable
memory cards. If a memory card is inserted, the memory card is used. To use the internal memory for
shooting, playback, deleting or formatting, remove the memory card.
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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.com/
Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest product information, tips, answers to frequently
asked questions (FAQs), and general advice on digital imaging and photography. Additional
information may be available from the Nikon representative in your area. See the URL below for
contact information:
http://imaging.nikon.com/
Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories
Nikon COOLPIX cameras are designed to the highest standards and include complex electronic
circuitry. Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including battery chargers, batteries and AC
adapters) certified by Nikon specifically for use with this Nikon digital camera are engineered and
proven to operate within the operational and safety requirements of this electronic circuitry.
THE USE OF NON-NIKON ELECTRONIC ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE THE CAMERA AND MAY VOID
YOUR NIKON WARRANTY.
The use of third-party rechargeable Li-ion batteries not bearing the Nikon holographic seal could
interfere with normal operation of the camera or result in the batteries overheating, igniting,
rupturing, or leaking.
For more information about Nikon brand accessories, contact a local authorized Nikon dealer.
Holographic seal: Identifies this
device as an authentic Nikon product.
Before Taking Important Pictures
Before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at weddings or before taking the camera on
a trip), take a test shot to ensure that the camera is functioning normally. Nikon will not be held liable
for damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction.
About the Manuals
• 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.
• While every effort was made to ensure that the information in these manuals is accurate and
complete, we would appreciate it were you to bring any errors or omissions to the attention of the
Nikon representative in your area (address provided separately).
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Information and Precautions
Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction
Note that simply being in possession of material that was digitally copied or reproduced by means of
a scanner, digital camera or other device may be punishable by law.
Introduction
• 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”. The copying or reproduction of
paper money, coins, or securities which are circulated in a foreign country is prohibited. Unless the
prior permission of the government was obtained, the copying or reproduction of unused postage
stamps or post cards issued by the government is prohibited.
The copying or reproduction of stamps issued by the government and of certified documents
stipulated by law is prohibited.
• Cautions on certain copies and reproductions
The government has issued cautions on copies or reproductions of securities issued by private
companies (shares, bills, checks, gift certificates, etc.), commuter passes or coupon tickets, except
when a minimum of necessary copies are to be provided for business use by a company. Also, do not
copy or reproduce passports issued by the government, licenses issued by public agencies and
private groups, ID cards and tickets, such as passes and meal coupons.
• Comply with copyright notices
The copying or reproduction of copyrighted creative works such as books, music, paintings, woodcut
prints, maps, drawings, movies and photographs is governed by national and international copyright
laws. Do not use this product for the purpose of making illegal copies or to infringe copyright laws.
Disposing of Data Storage Devices
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.
Before discarding a data storage device or transferring ownership to another person, erase all data
using commercial deletion software, or format the device and then completely refill it with images
containing no private information (for example, pictures of empty sky). Be sure to also replace any
pictures selected for the welcome screen (A169). Care should be taken to avoid injury or damage
to property when physically destroying data storage devices.
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Parts of the Camera
Camera Body
Built-in flash raised
Introduction
1
2 3 4
5
6 7 8 9
10
13 14
15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22
12
24 25 26
Power connector cover (for connection
with an optional AC Adapter)............199
1
Eyelet for camera strap .............................15
2
Exposure compensation dial................. 43
3
Exposure compensation dial mark....43
4
Power switch/power-on lamp... 19, 181
5
Mode dial...........................................................44
6
Quick menu dial mark .................................67
7
Quick menu button ....................................67
8
Quick menu dial............................................67
Zoom control ..................................................27
f : Wide ...................................................27
g : Tele......................................................27
19
h: Thumbnail playback..............116
i : Playback zoom..........................118
j : Help ....................................................45
9
16
17 f (Av/Tv) button...................................9, 187
18 Shutter-release button.....................10, 28
Microphone (stereo) .........................132, 146
20 Infrared receiver (front) .............................39
10 Accessory Shoe Cover BS-1................. 202
21 w (FUNC) button............................ 11, 186
11 Accessory shoe........................................... 202
22
12 Built-in flash ..................................................... 32
13 HDMI Mini Connector ............................ 154
14
USB/Audio video connector
.........................................................154, 157, 162
15 Connector cover ...................154, 157, 162
4
23
11
Self-timer lamp...............................................35
AF-assist illuminator.................................177
23 Lens......................................................... 197, 217
24 Lens cover
25 Lens ring..........................................................105
26 Lens ring release button .......................105
Parts of the Camera
Bottom of camera
1
2
3 4 5 6 7
8
9 10 11
Introduction
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12
13
14 15 16 17 18
20 21
22 23 24
1
External microphone connector ..... 146
13 Monitor ..................................................6, 14, 25
2
Eyelet for camera strap .............................15
14 Infrared receiver (rear)................................39
3
K (Flash pop-up) button.....................33
15 d button......13, 45, 91, 123, 149, 168
4
Diopter adjustment control...................26
16 Rotary multi selector ..................................12
5
Autofocus (AF) lamp................................... 28
17 l (delete) button....................31, 132, 153
6
Flash lamp......................................................... 34
18 k (apply selection) button ...................12
7
Viewfinder......................................................... 26
19 Tripod socket
8
c (playback) button.................................30
20
9
Command dial ..................................................9
10 x (monitor) button ......................... 14, 15
11
g (AE-L/AF-L) button .................... 11, 185
C (list by date) button .......................... 119
12 Speaker ..................................................132, 151
Battery-chamber/
memory card slot cover ...................18, 22
21 Cover latch................................................18, 22
22 Memory card slot .........................................22
23 Battery latch.............................................18, 19
24 Battery chamber............................................18
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Parts of the Camera
Monitor
Introduction
Press the x (monitor) button to switch between displaying and hiding
information (A14). The displayed information varies according to the camera
settings and condition.
Shooting
2
44
43
6
4
5
45
7
14
1
10 11
89
3
12
15
42
13
16
19
39
41
40
20
37
38
36
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30
999
21
18
22
28
33 32 31
23
29
24
34
17
999
9999
1m00s
1m00s
a
b
25
26
27
46
47
1/250
F5.6
49
48
1/250
6
1342
F5.6
1342
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50
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Parts of the Camera
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
Shooting mode1
.............................24, 44, 45, 58, 60, 112, 146
Focus mode......................................................40
Zoom indicator ..............................................27
AE/AF-L indicator..........................................57
Zoom memory....................................11, 107
Zoom speed setting.................................179
Flash mode .......................................................32
Speedlight......................................................202
Flash exposure compensation ..........102
w button operation indicator
.......................................................................11, 186
Motion detection icon ...........................176
Vibration reduction icon .......................175
Battery level indicator ................................24
(a) Number of exposures remaining
(still pictures).....................................24, 71
(b) Movie length..............................146, 149
29 Internal memory indicator..................... 25
30 Aperture value............................................... 61
28
31 Focus area (for manual, center)....28, 84
32 Focus area (for auto)................................... 84
33 Focus area (for face detection) .....36, 84
34 Focus area (for subject tracking) ........ 88
35 Shutter speed................................................. 61
36 ISO sensitivity ..........................................34, 74
37 Exposure compensation value............ 43
38 Bracketing......................................................... 80
Monitor brightness boost indicator
14 ..................................................................................15
39 Exposure indicator ...................................... 65
40 Noise reduction filter ...............................103
15 AE-L/AF-L button setting......................185
16 Distortion control ......................................104
17 Wide-angle converter.............................104
18 Built-in ND filter setting .........................184
41 Long exposure noise reduction........103
42 White balance mode ................................. 76
Self-timer indicator ..................................... 35
43 Remote Control............................................. 38
Smile timer....................................................... 36
44 Continuous shooting mode.................. 99
45 Quick menu dial indicator...................... 67
46 Spot metering area..................................... 98
47 Center-weighted area ............................... 98
2
48 Virtual horizon ...........................................173
2
49 View/hide histograms ...........................173
2
50 View/hide framing grid ........................173
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
COOLPIX Picture Control..........................92
Active D-Lighting.......................................106
“Date not set” indicator..........................205
Travel destination indicator.................170
Date imprint..................................................174
Movie options..............................................148
Wind noise reduction..............................150
Image quality ..................................................68
Image size..........................................................70
Introduction
1
1 The icons vary with the shooting mode.
2 The view or hide setting for the virtual horizon, histogram and framing grid displays can be
changed in Photo info (A173) of Monitor settings in the setup menu.
In shooting modes E, F and N, set in Photo info of the specialized menus for E, F and
N (A112).
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Parts of the Camera
Playback
Introduction
1
22
21
20
19
18
24
23
2 3
4
5
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6
7
17
16
15
14
8
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9
10
11
12
13
999/999
9999/9999
a
b
1
Date of recording......................................... 20
12 Voice memo playback guide ............. 132
2
Time of recording ........................................ 20
13 Movie playback guide............................ 151
3
Protect icon....................................................129
14 List by date guide...................................... 119
4
Volume indicator.............................132, 151
15 Miniature effect indicator..................... 142
5
Battery level indicator ............................... 24
16 Skin softening icon................................... 139
6
Monitor brightness boost indicator
................................................................................. 15
17 Print-order icon .......................................... 123
7
Image quality* ................................................ 68
8
Image size* .............................................70, 153
Movie options* ............................................148
9
(a) Current frame number/ total
number of frames................................. 30
(b) Movie length .........................................151
10 Internal memory indicator ..................... 30
11 Voice memo recording guide ............132
18 Small picture ......................................137, 145
19 Straighten indicator................................. 141
20 Black border indicator ............................ 138
21 D-Lighting icon .......................................... 136
22 Quick retouch icon................................... 135
23 Voice memo indicator............................ 132
24 File number and type ............................. 203
* The icons vary with the settings used for shooting.
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1m00s
1m00s
Basic Operations
Command Dial
Introduction
You can rotate the command dial to select
items from a menu screen or to set any of the
following functions.
For Shooting
Mode
Programmed auto
(mode dial set to A)
Shutter-priority auto
(mode dial set to B)
Aperture-priority auto
(mode dial set to C)
Manual
(mode dial set to D)
Description
A
Adjust the flexible program
62
Adjust shutter speed
63
Adjust aperture value (when the Av/Tv button
64
is pressed*)
Adjust shutter speed or aperture value (Press
the Av/Tv button to switch between setting
the shutter speed and aperture value.*)
65
* When the Av/Tv button (A187) setting is Toggle Av/Tv selection (default setting).
For Playback
Mode
Description
A
30,
115,
116
Full-frame playback or thumbnail
playback
Choose a picture
Calendar display
Choose a date
Playback zoom
Change the zoom ratio
118
During movie pause or editing
Advanced or rewound by one frame
151
117
f (Av/Tv) Button
Press the Av/Tv button in shooting mode B, C or D to
select whether to use the command dial or the rotary
multi selector to set the shutter speed or aperture value.
• The Av/Tv button function can be changed with Av/
Tv button (A187) in the setup menu.
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Basic Operations
Quick Menu Dial and Quick Menu Button
Introduction
Rotate the quick menu dial to align the mark with the
function that you want to set. Items such as a (image
quality and image size) can be set.
• When the quick menu button is pressed while
shooting, the setting menu (quick menu) is displayed
for the function that is selected with the mark.
• When e is chosen, the “Tone level information”
(A82) function is turned on with the quick menu
button.
• Press the quick menu button again to exit the quick
menu.
• Available functions differ according to the shooting
mode.
• See “Quick Menu” (A67) for more information.
Pressing the Shutter-Release Button Halfway/All the Way
Down
The camera features a two-stage shutter-release button. To set the focus and exposure,
press the shutter-release button halfway, stopping when you feel resistance. The focus
and exposure lock while the shutter-release button is held in this position. To release the
shutter and take a picture, press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down.
Do not use force when pressing the shutter-release button, as this may result in camera
shake and blurred pictures. Press the button slowly.
Press the shutter-release
button halfway to lock
the focus and exposure.
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Press the shutter-release
button the rest of the
way down to shoot.
Basic Operations
g (AE-L/AF-L) Button
Introduction
When shooting still pictures, instead of pressing
the shutter-release button halfway, you can use
the AE-L/AF-L button to shoot with focus lock
(A29).
• The exposure and focus are locked while the
AE-L/AF-L button is pressed. Fully press the
shutter-release button to release the shutter
with the locked exposure and focus (default setting).
• The operations performed when the AE-L/AF-L button is pressed can be set with
AE/AF lock button in the setup menu (A185).
When the AE-L/AF-L button is pressed during playback, the list by date screen can
be displayed to play back only pictures shot on the same date (A119).
w (FUNC) Button
Use the w button with the zoom control or
shutter-release button.
• This can be used when A, B, C, D, E, F or
N is selected for shooting mode.
Combined with the zoom control
When shooting, operate the zoom control while
pressing the w button. This quickly changes to the
zoom lens focal length that is set with Zoom
memory (A107) in the shooting menu.
Combined with the shutter-release button
When shooting, press the shutter-release button while
holding down the w button. You can shoot with the
function setting that is assigned to Fn button (A186)
in the setup menu, without changing the shooting
menu setting.
• In the default setting, no function is assigned.
• When the w button is pressed while a function is assigned, the w button
operation indicator (A6) and the icon for the assigned function are displayed.
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Basic Operations
Rotary Multi Selector
Introduction
Operate by rotating the rotary multi selector, pressing up (H), down (I), left (J)
or right (K) on the rotary multi selector, or pressing the k button.
For Shooting
Rotate to set the exposure/
Choose the option1
Display n (Self-timer/
Smile timer/
Remote control) menu
(A35, 36, 38)/Choose
the option on the left
Display m (flash mode)
(A32) menu/Choose
the option above
Display G (AF area
mode) menu 2
(A84)/Choose the
option on the right
Auto
Apply selection
Display D (focus mode) menu (A40)/Choose the option below
1
The aperture value or shutter speed can be set in shooting mode B, C, D, E, F or N (A63,
64, 65). Items can be chosen while a menu is displayed.
2
Displayed for A, B, C, D, E, F and N modes, and O (low noise night) mode.
For Playback
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Choose the previous
picture*
Choose the next
picture*
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* Previous or subsequent pictures can also be chosen by rotating the rotary multi selector.
For Menu Screen
Choose the option above*
Choose the option on
the left*/Return display
to the previous screen
Choose the option
below*
Choose the option
on the right*/
Display sub-menu
or apply selection
Apply selection or
display sub-menu
* Items can also be chosen by rotating the rotary multi selector.
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Shooting menu
Picture Control
Custom Picture Control
Metering
Continuous
Autofocus mode
Flash exp. comp.
Noise reduction filter
Basic Operations
d Button
Introduction
Press the d button to display the menu and
to select options for the menu items.
• Use the rotary multi selector to navigate the
menus (A12).
• Menu items can also be chosen by rotating
the command dial.
• Select a tab on the left end of the monitor to display the corresponding menu
(A14).
• Press the d button again to exit the menu.
Displayed when the menu contains
two or more pages
This tab displays the available menus in the
mode selected with the mode dial.*
This tab displays the playback menu.
This tab displays the setup menu.
Displayed when there are following menu
options
Displayed when
there are previous
menu options
Shooting menu
Long exposure NR
Distortion control
Wide-angle converter
Flash control
Active D-Lighting
Zoom memory
Choose an item, and then
press the k button or the
rotary multi selector K to
proceed to the sub-menu.
Shooting menu
Picture Control
Custom Picture Control
Metering
Continuous
Autofocus mode
Flash exp. comp.
Noise reduction filter
Distortion control
On
Off
Press the k button or the
rotary multi selector K to
apply the selection.
* The displayed tabs differ according to the chosen shooting mode.
• A (auto) mode: Tabs are not displayed.
• C (scene): Scene menu tab (A45)
• O (low noise night): Low noise night menu tab (A58)
• A, B, C, D: Shooting menu tab (A90)
• E, F, N: E, F, N specialized menu tab (A112), shooting menu tab on the second
level
• D (movie): Movie menu tab (A149)
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Basic Operations
Switching Between Tabs in the Menu Screen
In the menu screen that is displayed when the d button is pressed (A13),
choose the left end tab to switch to the menu of the chosen tab.
Introduction
Shooting menu
Shooting menu
Picture Control
Custom Picture Control
Metering
Continuous
Autofocus mode
Flash exp. comp.
Noise reduction filter
Picture Control
Custom Picture Control
Metering
Continuous
Autofocus mode
Flash exp. comp.
Noise reduction filter
Press the rotary multi
selector J to highlight the
tab.
Press the rotary multi
selector H or I to choose
another tab, and press
either the k button or K.
Set up
Welcome screen
Date
Monitor settings
Date imprint
Vibration reduction
Motion detection
AF assist
The corresponding menu
is displayed.
x (Monitor) Button
To switch between the information displayed
on the monitor during shooting and playback,
press the x (monitor) button.
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Display information
Information hidden
Monitor off 1, 2
Display the picture and the
shooting data.
Display the picture only.
Turn off the monitor.
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Display photo information
Information hidden
Display the picture and the
photo information.
Display the picture only.
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132
Tone level information 3
(excluding movies)
Display a histogram, and tone
level and shooting information4.
Basic Operations
C
Introduction
1 Available when the mode dial is set to A, B, C, D, E, F or N.
2 The shutter does not click when the focus is not locked and the AF lamp does not light up.
3 For details about the tone level information, see “Checking the Picture Brightness Distribution (A,
B, C, D Modes)” (A82).
4 The shooting information displayed includes the shooting mode A, B, C or D, shutter speed,
aperture value, image quality, image size, ISO sensitivity, white balance, exposure compensation,
COOLPIX picture control, and the current file number/total number of exposures.
A is displayed when the shooting mode A, y, O or A is chosen.
Holding Down the x Button and b (Monitor Brightness Boost Indicator)
Hold down the x button to set the monitor to the maximum brightness. To return the brightness
to its original level, hold down the x button again or turn off the camera. When the brightness is set
to the maximum with the x button, b (monitor brightness boost indicator) is displayed on the
monitor.
C
Virtual Horizon, Histogram and Grid Displays for Shooting
The display options for the monitor can be changed in Photo info (A173) of Monitor settings in
the setup menu. A virtual horizon, histogram and grid are available as the display options.
Attaching the Camera Strap
Attach the strap
at two places.
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First Steps
Charging the Battery
Charge the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL14 (supplied) using the Battery
Charger MH-24 (supplied).
1
Prepare the Battery Charger MH-24.
First Steps
If a plug adapter* is included, attach the plug adapter to the
plug on the Battery Charger. Push the plug adapter firmly until
it is securely held in place. 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.
For Customers in Argentina
If the camera was purchased in Argentina, the plug adapter is
already fixed onto the Battery Charger MH-24. Proceed to
step 2.
2
While pushing in the battery (1), set it into the Battery Charger (2).
1
3
2
Plug the Battery Charger into an electrical outlet.
• CHARGE lamp starts blinking when charging starts.
• Charging is complete when the CHARGE lamp stops
blinking.
• A fully-exhausted battery charges in about one hour and
30 minutes.
• The following chart explains CHARGE lamp status.
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CHARGE
lamp
Charging the Battery
CHARGE lamp
B
Battery charging.
On
Battery fully charged.
Flickers
• The battery is set incorrectly. Disconnect the Battery
Charger from the electrical outlet, remove the battery, and
then reset the battery to lie flat in the Battery Charger.
• Operating temperature range exceeded. Charge the
battery indoors while the ambient temperature is 5°C to
35°C (41°F to 95°F).
• The battery is faulty. Immediately disconnect the Battery
Charger from the electrical outlet, and stop charging. Take
the battery and Battery Charger to your retailer or Nikonauthorized service representative.
First Steps
4
Description
Blinks
When charging is complete, remove the battery, and then disconnect
the Battery Charger from the electrical outlet.
Notes on Battery Charger
• The supplied Battery Charger is for use only with a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL14.
• Be sure to read and follow the warnings and cautions of “For Your Safety” (Aii) thoroughly before
using the Battery Charger.
• The MH-24 is compatible with AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz electrical outlets. When using in other
countries, use a commercially available plug adapter as necessary. For more information about
plug adapters, consult your travel agency.
B
Notes on Battery
• Be sure to read and follow the warnings and cautions of “For Your Safety” (Aii) thoroughly before
using the battery.
• Be sure to read and follow the warnings for “The Battery” (A196) thoroughly before using the
battery.
• If the battery will not be used for an extended period, recharge it at least once every six months
and run it flat before returning it to storage.
C
Notes on AC Power Supply
• If the AC Adapter EH-5a and the Power Connector EP-5A (available separately) (A199) are used,
power is supplied to the camera from an electrical outlet, enabling taking and playing back
pictures.
• Do not, under any circumstances, use an AC Adapter other than the EH-5a or a Power Connector
other than the EP-5A. Failure to observe this precaution could result in overheating or in damage
to the camera.
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Inserting the Battery
Insert a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL14 (supplied) into the camera.
• Charge the battery before first use or when the battery is running low (A16).
1
Open the battery-chamber/memory card
slot cover.
First Steps
• Slide the cover latch to the Y side (1), and open
the cover (2).
2
Insert the battery (supplied).
• 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.
• Use the battery to push the
orange battery latch in the
Battery chamber
direction shown (1), and fully
insert the battery (2).
• When the battery is fully inserted, the battery latch locks it in place.
B
Inserting the Battery Correctly
Inserting the battery upside down or backwards could damage the camera. Be
sure to confirm that the battery is in the correct orientation.
3
Close the battery-chamber/memory card slot
cover.
• Close the cover (1), and slide the cover latch to the Z
position (2).
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Inserting the Battery
Removing the Battery
First Steps
Before opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot
cover, turn the camera off (A19) and confirm that the
power-on lamp and the monitor are off.
To eject the battery, open the battery-chamber/memory
card slot cover and slide the battery latch in the direction
shown (1). Then, remove the battery straight (2).
• Note that the battery or memory card may become hot during use; observe due
caution when removing the battery.
Turning On and Off the Camera
Press the power switch.
The power-on lamp (green) and the
monitor are turned on (when the
monitor is turned on, the power-on lamp
turns off ).
Press the power switch again to turn off
the camera. When the power is turned
off, the power-on lamp and monitor also turn off.
• When the camera is off, holding down the c button turns on the camera in
playback mode (A30).
C
Standby Mode (Auto Off)
If no operations are performed, the monitor is turned off automatically, the camera enters standby
mode and the power-on lamp blinks. The camera turns off when the standby mode continues for
about three minutes.
• When the power-on lamp blinks, turn on the monitor again with one of the following operations.
- Press the power switch, the shutter-release button or the c button.
- Rotate the mode dial.
• During shooting or playback, if no operations are performed for about a minute (default setting),
the camera enters standby mode.
• The time that elapses before the camera enters standby mode can be changed from the Auto off
(A181) in the setup menu (A167).
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Setting the Display Language, Date and Time
Dialogs for language selection and camera clock setting are displayed the first time
the camera is turned on.
1
Press the power switch to turn on the camera.
First Steps
2
Use the rotary multi selector to
choose the desired language and
press the k button.
• For information on using the rotary multi
selector, see “Rotary Multi Selector” (A12).
3
Choose Yes and press the k button.
• If No is selected, the date and time are not set.
Date
Set time and date?
Yes
No
4
Press J or K to select your home time zone
(Time zone) (A172), and press the k button.
London
Casablanca
Back
D
Daylight Saving Time
To set the date and time in a time zone where daylight saving is in
effect, turn on the daylight saving setting with H in the time zone
selection screen shown in step 4.
• When turned on, the W icon is displayed on the top of the screen.
• To turn off, press I.
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Casablanca
Back
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Setting the Display Language, Date and Time
5
Set the date and time.
Date
6
Finally, choose DMY, and apply the selection
by pressing the k button or K.
D
M
Y
01
01
2010
00
00
Edit
First Steps
• To choose an item: Press K or J (selected in the
following order: D (day) ➝ M (month) ➝ Y (year) ➝
hour ➝ minute ➝ DMY (date display order)).
• To set the contents: Rotate the rotary multi selector, or
press H or I.
• YMD, MDY or DMY can be chosen for the order in which
the day, month, and year are displayed.
Date
• The clock starts. The lens extends and the monitor
display reverts to shooting mode.
D
M
Y
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2010
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10
Edit
D
Imprinting the Date and Changing the Date and Time
• To imprint the date on pictures when shooting, first set the date and time, and then set Date
imprint (A174) in the setup menu (A167).
• To change the date and time of the camera clock, select Date in Date (A170) of the setup menu.
Follow the procedure described in step 5 above.
• Select Time zone from Date in the setup menu to change the time zone and daylight saving time
settings (A170).
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Inserting the Memory Card
The recorded data is stored in the camera’s internal memory (approx. 79 MB) or on
commercially available Secure Digital (SD) memory cards (A221).
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. To use the internal memory, remove the memory
card.
First Steps
1
Confirm that the power-on lamp and the
monitor are turned off and open the batterychamber/memory card slot cover.
• Be sure to turn off the camera before opening the
battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.
2
Insert the memory card.
• Slide the memory card in correctly as
shown on the right, until it clicks into
place.
• Close the battery-chamber/memory
card slot cover after inserting the
memory card.
B
Inserting the Memory Card Correctly
Inserting the memory card upside down or backwards could damage the camera or
the memory card. Be sure to confirm that the memory card is in the correct orientation.
Removing the Memory Card
Before opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot
cover, turn the camera off and confirm that the poweron lamp and the monitor are off.
Press the memory card in lightly with your finger (1) to
partially eject it, and then pull it out straight (2).
• Note that the battery or memory card may become
hot during use; observe due caution when removing
the battery.
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Inserting the Memory Card
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 you want to record data,
delete data or format the memory card, and the switch is in the
“Lock” position, slide the switch to its original position to
unlock it.
B
First Steps
Card is not formatted.
If the message on the right is displayed, the memory card must be
Format card?
formatted before use. Note that formatting (A182)
permanently deletes all pictures and other data on the
memory card. Be sure to make copies of any data you wish to keep
Yes
No
before formatting the memory card.
To format, use the rotary multi selector to choose Yes and press the
k button. When the confirmation dialog is displayed, choose
Format and press the k button to start formatting.
• Do not turn the camera off, or open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover until formatting
is complete.
• The first time you insert a memory card that has been used in another device into this camera, be
sure to format it (A182) with this camera.
Write protect switch
Memory Cards
• Use only Secure Digital memory cards.
• Do not perform the following operations during formatting, while data is being written to or
deleted from the memory card, or during data transfer to a computer. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in the loss of data or in damage to the memory card:
- Eject the memory card
- Remove the battery
- Turn off the camera
- Disconnect the AC adapter
• Do not use a computer to format the memory card.
• Do not disassemble or modify.
• Do not drop, bend, or expose to water or strong physical shocks.
• Do not touch the metal terminals with your fingers or metal objects.
• Do not affix labels or stickers to the memory card.
• Do not leave in direct sunlight, closed vehicles or areas exposed to high temperatures.
• Do not expose to humidity, dust, or corrosive gases.
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Basic Photography and Playback: A (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.
1
Press the power switch to turn on the camera.
• The lens extends, and the monitor is turned on.
Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) Mode
2
Rotate the mode dial
to A.
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3
Check the battery level and number of
exposures remaining on the monitor.
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Battery level indicator
Battery Level
Monitor
Description
(NO
INDICATOR)
Battery fully charged.
B (lights)
Battery level low; prepare to charge or
replace the battery.
N
Battery
exhausted.
Cannot shoot. Recharge or replace with
a fully-charged battery.
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Number of exposures
remaining
Number of Exposures Remaining
The number of exposures remaining is displayed.
The number of pictures that can be stored depends on the remaining capacity of the
internal memory or memory card, the image quality, and the image size (A71).
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Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select A (Auto) Mode
Indicators Displayed in A (Auto) Mode
Shooting mode
A is displayed in
A (auto) mode.
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Aperture value (A61)
Internal memory indicator
Pictures are recorded to internal memory
(approx. 79 MB). When a memory card is
inserted, C is not displayed and pictures are
recorded to the memory card.
Image quality/image size
The current image quality
(compression) and image size
are displayed. The default
settings are W (Normal) for
image quality and J (3648 ×
2736) for image size.
To turn on the monitor in the power save standby mode, press the power switch or
shutter-release button (A181).
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Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) Mode
Shutter speed
(A61)
Vibration reduction icon
Reduces the effects of
camera shake.
Note on the Flash
When the built-in flash is lowered, the flash setting is fixed to off and W appears at the top of the
monitor. In situations where a flash is needed, such as in dark locations or when the subject is backlit,
be sure to raise the built-in flash (A33).
C
Functions Available in A (Auto) Mode
• Focus mode (A40) and exposure compensation (A43) can be applied and pictures can be taken
using the flash mode (A32) and self-timer (A35).
• The image quality/image size can be changed by rotating the quick menu dial to a and pressing
the quick menu button (A68).
D
Vibration Reduction
• See Vibration reduction (A175) in the setup menu (A167) for more information.
• Set Vibration reduction to Off when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting.
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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.
• When using the flash (A32) to shoot in the “tall” orientation, hold the camera so that
the flash is above the lens.
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2
Frame the picture.
• Position the main subject near the center of the
monitor.
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Using the Viewfinder
Use the viewfinder to frame pictures when bright light
makes it difficult to see the monitor.
When the image in the viewfinder is difficult to see,
adjust by rotating the diopter adjustment control while
looking through the viewfinder.
• Take care not to scratch your eye with your fingertips
or nails.
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Notes on the Viewfinder
Diopter
Viewfinder
adjustment
control
As the area visible in the viewfinder may differ from that of the final
picture, use the monitor to frame pictures in the following situations:
• When shooting at ranges of about 2 m (6 ft. 7 in.) or less at the maximum telephoto position
• When a wide-angle converter lens is used (available separately from Nikon; A104)
• When the digital zoom is applied (A27)
• When shooting at an Image size (A70) of I 3648×2432, z 3584×2016 or H 2736×2736
Step 2 Frame a Picture
Using the Zoom
Zoom out
Rotate the zoom control to activate the optical zoom.
Rotate in the g direction to zoom in so that the
subject fills a larger area of the frame. Rotate in the f
direction to zoom out so that the area visible increases
in the frame.
• A zoom indicator is displayed at the top of the
monitor when the zoom control is rotated.
Digital zoom
Digital Zoom
When the camera is already at the maximum optical zoom magnification, rotating
the zoom control in the g (telephoto) direction triggers the digital zoom. The
subject can be magnified up to 4× the maximum optical zoom ratio.
The focus will be on the center of the frame and the focus area will not be displayed
when the digital zoom is in effect.
Maximum optical
zoom magnification
C
Digital zoom is in effect.
Digital Zoom and Interpolation
Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) Mode
Optical zoom
Zoom in
Unlike the optical zoom, the digital zoom uses a digital imaging process known as interpolation to
magnify images, resulting in slight deterioration of picture quality depending on the image size
(A70) and digital zoom magnification.
Interpolation is applied at zoom positions beyond V. When the zoom is increased beyond the V
position, interpolation is initiated and the zoom indicator also turns yellow to indicate that
interpolation is being applied.
The position of V moves to the right as image size decreases, allowing for confirmation of the zoom
positions at which shooting still pictures without interpolation is possible at the current image size
setting.
When the image size is small
• Using Digital zoom (A178) in the setup menu (A167), it is possible to restrict the magnification
of the digital zoom to a range where images do not deteriorate, or to set the digital zoom so that
it does not operate.
D
More Information
• See “Zoom Memory” (A107) for more Information.
• See “Zoom Speed” (A179) for more Information.
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Step 3 Focus and Shoot
1
Press the shutter-release button halfway.
• When the button is pressed halfway (A10), the
camera focuses.
• The camera automatically focuses on the subject in the
center focus area. When the subject is in focus, the
focus area lights in green, and the AF lamp next to the
viewfinder lights.
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• When the digital zoom is in effect, the camera focuses
on the subject in the center of the screen, and the focus
area is not displayed. When the subject is in focus, the
AF lamp lights in green.
• The focus and exposure remain locked while the
shutter-release button is pressed halfway.
• When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway and
the focus indicator blinks red or the AF lamp blinks
rapidly, the camera is unable to focus. Change the
composition and press the shutter-release button
halfway again.
2
Press the shutter-release button the rest of the
way down.
• The shutter is released and the picture is recorded to
the memory card or internal memory.
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Step 3 Focus and Shoot
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During Recording
While the AF lamp or the indicator showing the number of exposures remaining is blinking, images
are being recorded. Do not open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. Cutting the
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.
• Be sure that the distance between the camera and the subject does not change.
• When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the exposure is locked.
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Frame the
subject to be
focused on
using the
camera.
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Press the
shutterrelease
button
halfway.
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Confirm that
the focus area is
green.
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Autofocus may not perform as expected in the following situations. In some rare cases, the subject
may not be in focus despite the fact that the active focus area or focus indicator lights green:
• Subject is very dark
• Objects of sharply differing brightness are included in the scene (e.g. the sun behind the subject
makes that subject appear very dark)
• No contrast between the subject and surroundings (e.g. a portrait subject, wearing a white shirt, is
standing in front of a white wall)
• Several objects are at different distances from the camera (e.g., an animal inside a cage)
• Subjects that repeat the same pattern (e.g., as window blinds or buildings lined with windows of
the same shape)
• Subject is moving rapidly
In the situations noted above, try pressing the shutter-release button halfway to refocus several times,
or focus on another subject and use focus lock. When using focus lock, be sure that the distance
between the camera and the subject with which focus was locked is the same as that for the actual
subject.
The camera can also be focused using manual focus (A42).
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Continue holding
Press the
down the shutter- shutter-release
release button button the rest
halfway and
of the way
recompose the down to shoot.
picture.
Instead of pressing the shutter-release button halfway, you can also press the AE-L/AF-L button to
shoot with focus lock (A11).
D
AF-assist illuminator
In dark places, the AF-assist illuminator (A177) may light when the shutter-release button is pressed
halfway.
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Step 4 Viewing and Deleting Pictures
Viewing Pictures (Playback Mode)
Press the c (Playback) button.
Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) Mode
c (Playback)
button
• The last picture shot is displayed in fullframe playback mode.
• Rotate the rotary multi selector, or press H,
I, J or K to view previous or subsequent
pictures. Continue holding down H, I, J
or K to fast forward pictures.
Pictures can also be chosen by rotating the
Rotary multi selector
command dial.
• Pictures may be briefly displayed at low resolution immediately after switching to the
previous or next picture.
• Press the c button or the shutter-release button to switch to shooting mode.
• C is displayed when pictures stored in the internal memory
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displayed and pictures stored on the memory card are
displayed.
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4
Internal memory indicator
C
When the Monitor Is Turned Off to Save Power
When the power-on lamp blinks, press the c button to turn on the monitor again (A181).
C
Options Available in Playback Mode
For details, see “More on Playback” (A115) or “Editing Pictures” (A133).
C
Pressing the c Button to Turn on the Camera
When the camera is off, holding down the c button turns on the camera in playback mode. The lens
does not extend.
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Viewing Pictures
• Press the x button to hide or show the shooting information and photo information on the
monitor (A14).
• Pictures taken in portrait (“tall”) orientation will be rotated automatically (A180). The rotating
direction can be changed from the Rotate image option (A130) in the playback menu (A122).
Step 4 Viewing and Deleting Pictures
Deleting Unnecessary Pictures
1
Use the rotary multi selector to choose Yes
and press the k button.
• The picture that is deleted cannot be restored.
• To exit without deleting the picture, choose No and
press the k button.
B
Erase 1 image?
Yes
No
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2
Press the l button to delete the
picture currently displayed on
the monitor.
Notes on Deletion
When images shot with an Image quality (A68) setting of NRW (RAW) + Fine, NRW (RAW) +
Normal or NRW (RAW) + Basic are deleted with the l button, both the NRW (RAW) and JPEG
images that were recorded at the same time are deleted.
To delete only NRW (RAW) images or JPEG images, select Erase selected NRW images or Erase
selected JPEG images in Delete (A127) of the playback menu (A122).
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Deleting the Last Picture Taken While in Shooting Mode
In shooting mode, press the l button to delete the last picture shot.
Erase 1 image?
Yes
No
D
Deleting Multiple Pictures
To delete multiple pictures, choose Delete (A127) from the playback menu (A122) or list by date
menu (A121).
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Using the Flash
In dark locations or when the subject is backlit, you can shoot pictures with a flash by
raising the built-in flash. You can set a flash mode that suits the shooting conditions.
The flash has a range of about 0.5 to 6.5 m (1 ft. 8 in. to 21 ft.) for wide, and about
0.8 to 3 m (2 ft. 8 in. to 9 ft. 10 in.) for tele (when ISO sensitivity is set to Auto).
U
Auto
Flash fires automatically when lighting is poor.
V
Auto with red-eye reduction
Reduces “red-eye” in portraits.
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W
Off
Flash does not fire.
• Available when the scene mode is x (scene auto selector) or a Speedlight
(external flash unit) is attached.
X
Fill flash
The flash fires when a picture is taken, regardless of how bright the subject is. Use to
“fill-in” (illuminate) shadows and backlit subjects.
S
Manual
Flash is forcibly fired at the flash output that is set for the built-in flash.
• Choose the flash output from S Full (full flash), S1/2, S1/4, S1/8, S1/16,
S1/32 and S1/64. For example, when S1/16 is chosen, the flash is 1/16 of the
full flash.
• Not available when a Speedlight flash unit (available separately) is attached.
Y
Slow sync
Fill flash is combined with a slow shutter speed.
Suitable for portraits of human subjects shot at night or under dim light. Flash
illuminates main subject; slow shutter speeds are used to capture background.
Z
Rear-curtain sync
Fill flash fires just before the shutter closes, creating the effect of a stream of light
behind moving subjects.
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Flash Mode Setting
• The default flash mode setting varies with the shooting mode (A44).
- A (auto) mode: U Auto
- SCENE: Options vary depending on the scenes (A46 to 55).
- A, B, C, D, E, F, N: U Auto
• This feature cannot be used simultaneously with certain features. See “Functions that Cannot be
Applied Simultaneously” (A108) for more information.
• In the following situations, the setting for flash mode is stored in the camera’s memory even after
the camera is turned off.
- When shooting mode A, B, C or D is used
- When shooting with V (Auto with red-eye reduction) in A (auto) mode
Using the Flash
Setting the Flash Mode
1
Press the K (flash pop-up) button.
• Built-in flash is raised.
• When the built-in flash is lowered, the flash mode is fixed to W (Off ).
Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) Mode
2
Press m (flash mode) on the rotary multi
selector.
• The flash mode menu is displayed.
3
Use the rotary multi selector to choose the
desired mode and press the k button.
• When the manual flash is chosen, choose the flash
output with J or K before pressing the k button.
Auto
• The mode selected for the flash is displayed.
• When U (Auto) is applied, D is only displayed for
a few seconds even if monitor indicators (A14) are
turned on.
• If the k button is not pressed within a few seconds, the
selection is set and the setting menu disappears.
B
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Lowering the Built-in Flash
When not using the built-in flash, gently push to lower the flash until
it clicks shut.
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Using the Flash
B
Shooting When Lighting is Poor or When the Flash is Set to W (Off)
• Use of a tripod is recommended to stabilize the camera during shooting and avoid the effects of
camera shake. When the camera is stabilized with a tripod, set Vibration reduction (A175) to
Off in the setup menu (A167).
• E may be displayed in the shooting mode. When E is displayed, the ISO sensitivity has
increased automatically.
• When shooting at slow shutter speeds in dark location, the noise reduction function may operate.
When the noise reduction function operates, it may take more time to save images.
B
Note on Using the Flash
Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) Mode
Reflections from dust particles in the air may appear as bright spots in pictures. To reduce these
reflections, set the flash to W (Off), or shoot pictures with the built-in flash lowered.
C
Flash Lamp
The flash lamp shows the flash status when the shutter-release
button is pressed halfway down.
• On: Flash fires when picture is shot.
• Blinks: Flash is charging. Wait a few seconds and try again.
• Off: Flash does not fire when picture is shot.
When the battery level is low, the monitor is turned off during
charging of the flash.
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Auto with Red-eye Reduction
This camera uses advanced red-eye reduction (“In-Camera Red-Eye Fix”).
Pre-flashes are fired repeatedly at low intensity before the main flash, reducing the red-eye effect.
If the camera detects “red-eye” when a picture is taken, Nikon’s own In-Camera Red-Eye Fix processes
the image before it is recorded.
Note the following when taking pictures:
• Because pre-flashes are fired, there is a slight lag between when the shutter-release button is
pressed and when the picture is shot.
• The time required to save the picture increases slightly.
• Advanced red-eye reduction may not produce the desired results in some situations.
• In extremely rare instances, areas not subject to red-eye may be affected by advanced red-eye
reduction processing. In these cases, choose another mode and try again.
• The red-eye reduction process when NRW (RAW) images (A68) are recorded consists only of the
pre-flashing before the main flash (including the JPEG image that is recorded at the same time).
When Red-eye reduction (A177) in the setup menu is set to Pre-flash off, the shutter is released
immediately when the shutter-release button is fully pressed, without firing the pre-flashes before the
main flash.
D
More Information
See “Using Speedlights (External Flash Unit)” (A202) for more Information.
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Taking Pictures with the Self-Timer
The self-timer is suitable for taking group pictures and reducing the vibration when
the shutter-release button is pressed. Timer durations of two or ten seconds can be
selected.
When using the self-timer, use of a tripod is recommended. Set Vibration
reduction (A175) in the setup menu (A167) to Off when using a tripod to
stabilize the camera.
1
Press n (self-timer) on the rotary multi
selector.
2
Use the rotary multi selector to choose Y 10s
or Y 2s and press the k button.
• Y 10s (ten seconds): suitable for group pictures.
• Y 2s (two seconds): suitable for preventing camera
shake.
• The mode selected for the self-timer is displayed.
• If the k button is not pressed within a few seconds, the
selection is set and the setting menu disappears.
3
Frame the picture and press the
shutter-release button halfway.
Self-timer
10
• The focus and exposure are set.
4
Press the shutter-release button the
rest of the way down.
• The self-timer starts, and the number of
seconds remaining before the shutter is
released is displayed. The self-timer lamp
blinks while the timer is counting down.
About one second before the shutter is
released, the lamp stops blinking and remains
lit.
• When the shutter is released, the self-timer
turns Off.
• To stop the timer before a picture is taken,
press the shutter-release button again.
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• The self-timer menu is displayed.
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Taking Pictures of Smiling Faces (Smile Timer)
The camera detects smiling faces using face detection and releases the shutter
automatically. The skin softening function makes a human subject’s skin appear
smoother.
This can be used when the shooting mode (A44) is A (auto) mode, the Portrait
or Night portrait scene mode, or A, B, C, D, E, F, N or O (low noise night)
mode.
1
Press n (self-timer) on the rotary multi
selector.
Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) Mode
• The self-timer menu is displayed.
• Change any flash mode, exposure compensation, or
shooting menu settings before pressing the n button.
2
Use the rotary multi selector to choose a
(Smile timer), and press the k button.
• If the k button is not pressed within a few seconds, the
selection is set and the setting menu disappears.
Smile timer
3
Frame the picture.
• Point the camera at the subject.
• When the camera detects a face, the focus area
containing the face is displayed with a double border.
• Up to three faces can be detected. When more than
one face is detected, the face closest to the center of
the frame is framed by a double border and the others
by single borders.
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Press the shutter-release button fully.
• The camera begins searching for smiling faces, and when the camera detects a smiling
face of the subject framed by the double border, the shutter is released automatically.
• Each time the shutter is released, automatic shooting using face detection and smiling
face detection is repeated.
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Taking Pictures of Smiling Faces (Smile Timer)
5
Press the shutter-release button when the required pictures have been
taken.
• Automatic shooting ends.
• Shooting also ends in the situations below.
- When 12 pictures have been taken
- When five minutes have passed since pressing the shutter-release button in step 4
and no smiling faces have been detected
Notes on Smile timer
• The digital zoom is not available.
• When the smile timer is selected, the monitor is not turned off even when the x button is pressed
(A14).
• Under some shooting conditions, faces and smiling faces may not be detected properly.
• See “Notes on Face Priority” (A87) for more information.
• This feature cannot be used simultaneously with certain features. See “Functions that Cannot be
Applied Simultaneously” (A108) for more information.
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B
Notes on Skin Softening
• In images taken with the Smile timer, the camera makes the subject’s skin appear smoother (up to
three people), and then records the image (Skin softening function). This means that the image
recording time is longer than usual.
• Depending on shooting conditions, even if the camera detects a face on the monitor at the time
of shooting, effects of the skin softening function may not be visible, and areas other than the face
may be processed.
• The extent of skin softening effect that is applied cannot be set.
• Skin softening can also be applied to pictures after they have been taken (A139).
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Operation of the Self-Timer Lamp for Smile timer
When the camera detects a face after the shutter-release button is pressed in step 4, the self-timer
lamp blinks. Immediately before the shutter is released, the self-timer lamp turns off.
D
More Information
See “Autofocus” (A29) for more information.
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Shooting with Remote Control
Use the remote control ML-L3 (available separately) (A200) to release the shutter.
It is convenient for taking self-portraits and effectively eliminates blur caused by
camera shake that occurs when the shutter-release button is pressed.
• Use of a tripod is recommended during shooting with the remote control. Set
Vibration reduction (A175) in the setup menu (A167) to Off when using a
tripod to stabilize the camera.
1
Press n (self-timer) on the rotary multi
selector.
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• The self-timer menu is displayed.
2
Choose Remote control mode using the rotary
multi selector and press the k button.
• Z (quick-response remote): Press the send button on
the remote control to shoot instantly.
• Z 10s (ten seconds remote): Press the send button on
Remote control
the remote control to shoot ten seconds after the
camera has focused.
• Z 2s (two seconds remote): Press the send button on the remote control to shoot two
seconds after the camera has focused.
• The icon for the selected remote control mode is displayed.
• If the k button is not pressed within a few seconds, the selection is set and the setting
menu disappears.
3
Frame the picture.
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4
Aim the transmitter at the infrared receiver
on the front or rear of the camera (A4, 5)
and press the send button.
Rear
Front
B
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• Press the send button from a distance of 5 m (16 ft.)
or less.
• In the quick-response remote mode, once the
subject is in focus, the shutter is released.
• In ten seconds or two seconds remote mode, the
self-timer lamp blinks when the subject is in focus,
and then about one second before the shutter is
released, the lamp stops blinking and remains lit. To
stop the timer before a picture is taken, press the
send button again.
• When the shutter is released in ten seconds or two seconds remote mode, the remote
control mode turns to Off.
Note on the Remote Control
When shooting with Continuous or BSS, or the Sports or Museum scene mode, press the shutterrelease button to shoot. Press the send button on the remote control to shoot one picture at a time.
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Using Focus Mode
Choose a focus mode according to the subject and composition.
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 50 cm (1 ft. 8 in.) or more, or 80
cm (2 ft. 8 in.) or more at the maximum telephoto position.
D
Macro close-up
Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) Mode
Use for close-ups of flowers or small objects.
When the F mark on the monitor lights in green (when the zoom indicator is to the
wide-angle side of the K icon), the camera can focus on subjects as close as about
2 cm (0.8 in.) from the lens. The closest distance at which the camera can focus varies
depending on the zoom position.
B
Infinity
Use when shooting distant scenes through window glass or when shooting
landscapes.
When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the AF lamp always lights in
green. However, the camera may not be able to focus on nearby objects. The flash
mode is set to W (Off).
E
Manual focus
The focus can be adjusted for any subject that is a distance of 2 cm (0.8 in.) to infinity
from the lens (A42).
Focus Modes Available in Each Shooting Mode
A
A, B, C, D,
E, F, N
A (Autofocus)
w1
w1
D (Macro close-up)
w
w
B (Infinity)
w
–
E (Manual focus)
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O
D
w1
w1
w
w
w
w
w
w
w
–
y
2
1
2
Default setting for each shooting mode.
Available focus modes and default setting vary between different scene modes (A46 to 55).
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Focus Mode Setting
• For shooting modes A, B, C and D, the changed focus mode setting is stored in the camera’s
memory even after the camera is turned off.
• This feature cannot be used simultaneously with certain features. See “Functions that Cannot be
Applied Simultaneously” (A108) for more information.
Using Focus Mode
Setting the Focus Mode
1
Press p (focus mode) on the rotary
multi selector.
• The focus mode menu is displayed.
Autofocus
Use the rotary multi selector to choose the
desired 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 (A14) are
turned on.
• If the k button is not pressed within a few seconds, the
selection is set and the setting menu disappears.
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2
Macro Close-up
When using A, B, C, D, E, F or N mode, or D (movie) mode, if Autofocus mode (A102) in
the shooting menu is set to Full-time AF, the camera will continually focus until you press the
shutter-release button halfway and the focus locks. A sound will be heard while the camera focuses.
When using other shooting modes, Full-time AF is turned on automatically when macro mode is
turned on.
C
Infinity
If you set focus mode to infinity while using A (auto) mode, A, B, C, D, E, F or N mode, or O
(low noise night) mode, the focus area does not appear on the screen.
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Using Focus Mode
Using Manual Focus
Available when the shooting mode is A, B, C, D, E, F, N or O (low noise
night). Select a shooting mode with the mode dial (A44).
1
Press p (focus mode) on the rotary
multi selector to display the setup
menu for focus mode.
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• Use the rotary multi selector to choose E
(manual focus) and press the k button.
• W is displayed on the top of the screen,
and the image area and the enlarged
center of the picture are displayed at the same time.
2
Adjust the focus.
• Use the rotary multi selector to adjust the focus while
viewing the image on the monitor.
• Press H to focus on far subjects.
• Press I to focus on near subjects.
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• When K is pressed, first the camera is focused with
autofocus, and then the manual focus can be operated.
Choose Yes and press the k button to focus on the subject in the center of the screen
with autofocus.
• Press the shutter-release button halfway to check the composition. Press the shutterrelease button the rest of the way down to take the picture.
3
Press the k button.
• The set focus is locked. You can continue shooting with
the locked focus.
• To readjust the focus, press the k button again to
display the screen in step 2.
• To change back to autofocus, return to step 1 and choose
any setting other than E.
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E (Manual Focus)
• Press the shutter-release button halfway to preview an approximate depth of field (the area in focus
behind and in front of the subject).
• The digital zoom is not available.
• Focus mode changes to A (Autofocus) when the monitor is turned off.
Adjusting the Brightness (Exposure Compensation)
When exposure compensation is set for shooting, the brightness of the entire
image can be adjusted to make it brighter or darker.
1
Select the compensation value by rotating the
exposure compensation dial.
• To make the subject brighter: adjust the exposure
compensation to the “+” side.
• To make the subject darker: adjust the exposure
compensation to the “–” side.
• When set to a value other than 0.0, the H mark and
compensation value are displayed on the monitor and
the exposure compensation dial mark turns on when
shooting.
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Press the shutter-release button to take the picture.
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Exposure Compensation Value
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When the shooting mode is D (manual) mode (A65) and the scene mode is Fireworks show
(A54), the exposure compensation cannot be used.
Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) Mode
Exposure compensation
dial mark
43
More on Shooting
Selecting a Shooting Mode (Mode Dial)
When the mode dial is rotated next to the mark, the camera switches to the
corresponding shooting mode shown below.
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A, B, C, D (A60)
D (Movie) mode (A146)
Choose these modes for
greater control over
shutter speed and
aperture value.
High-definition movies
can be shot with sound.
y Scene (A45)
A Auto mode (A24)
An automatic, “point-andshoot” mode
recommended for firsttime users of digital
cameras.
Shoot with settings
suitable for the scene
simply by choosing one of
the scene modes.
In scene auto selector
mode, the camera
automatically selects the
optimum scene mode for
simpler shooting.
E, F, N User settings
(A112)
Up to three setting
combinations that are
frequently used for
shooting can be saved in
E, F and N. The
saved settings can be
immediately retrieved for
shooting simply by
rotating the mode dial to
E, F or N.
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O Low noise night mode
(A58)
Shoot with the ISO
sensitivity controlled
automatically to a high
level and without the flash,
to capture the atmosphere
of a low-lit scene.
Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode)
You can shoot with settings suitable for the scene simply by choosing one of the
following scene modes.
x Scene auto selector
b Portrait
c Landscape
d Sports
e Night portrait
f Party/indoor
Z Beach
z Snow
h Sunset
i Dusk/dawn
j Night landscape
k Close-up
u Food
l Museum
m Fireworks show
n Copy
o Backlighting
p Panorama assist
Setting the Scene Mode
1
Rotate the mode dial to y.
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• The camera enters scene mode. The default setting is
x (scene auto selector).
2
Press the d button to display the
scene menu screen, choose the
desired scene with the rotary multi
selector and press the k button.
Scene menu
Scene auto selector
Portrait
Landscape
Sports
Night portrait
Party/indoor
Beach
• Switch to the C tab when the scene menu
is not displayed (A14).
• See “Selecting a Scene Mode to Take Pictures (Features)” (A48) for more information.
3
Frame the subject and take the
picture.
• For scene modes that use the flash, be
sure to press the K (flash pop-up)
button to raise the built-in flash before
shooting.
C
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Image Quality and Image Size
• Rotate the quick menu dial to a and press the quick menu button to set Image quality (A68)
and Image size (A70). The setting is also applied to other shooting modes (except for low noise
night mode, and shooting modes E, F and N).
• NRW (RAW) images cannot be recorded in scene mode.
D
Displaying the Scene Descriptions (Help Displays)
Choose a scene type in the scene menu (step 2) and rotate the zoom control to g (j) to display the
description of the scene. To return to the original screen, rotate the zoom control again to g (j).
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Shooting in the Scene 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 (general shooting)
• Night landscape (A51)
• Portrait (A48)
• Close-up (A52)
• Landscape (A48)
• Backlighting (A55)
• Night portrait (A49)
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1
Rotate the mode dial to y.
2
Press the d button to display
the scene menu, choose x Scene
auto selector with the rotary multi
selector and press the k button.
Scene menu
• Scene auto selector is enabled.
• When the built-in flash is not raised, the
message The flash is lowered. is
displayed.
• Press the K (flash pop-up) button to raise the built-in flash.
3
Scene auto selector
Portrait
Landscape
Sports
Night portrait
Party/indoor
Beach
Frame the subject and take the picture.
• When the camera automatically selects a scene mode,
the shooting mode icon changes to that for the scene
mode currently enabled.
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d: Auto mode
g: Night landscape
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e: Portrait
i: Close-up
f: Landscape
j: Backlighting
h: Night portrait
• Press the shutter-release button halfway to set the focus and exposure. When the
subject is in focus, the focus area (active focus area) lights in green.
• Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to take the picture.
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B
Notes on Scene Auto Selector
• The digital zoom is not available.
• Depending upon shooting conditions, the camera may not select the desired scene mode. Should
this occur, switch to A (Auto) mode (A24) or choose the desired scene mode manually (A48).
C
Focusing in Scene Auto Selector
• In scene auto selector, the camera detects and focuses on a face (see “Shooting with Face Priority”
(A86) for more information).
• When the shooting mode icon is d or i (close-up), in the same way as when the AF area
mode (A84) is set to Auto, the camera automatically selects one or more of the nine focus areas
containing the subject closest to the camera.
C
Note on Flash
C
Functions Available in Scene Auto Selector
• Self-timer (A35) and exposure compensation (A43) settings can be adjusted.
• The p (focus mode) button (A12, 40) and G (AF area mode) button (A12, 84) on the rotary
multi selector are not available.
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• U (Auto) (default setting) or W (Off) flash mode settings (A32) can be applied.
- When U (Auto) is applied, the camera automatically chooses the optimum flash mode setting
for the scene mode it has selected.
- When W (Off ) is set, the flash does not fire even when the built-in flash is raised.
• If you do not want to use the built-in flash, you can shoot while the built-in flash is lowered.
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Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode)
Selecting a Scene Mode to Take Pictures (Features)
See “Shooting in the Scene Selected by the Camera (Scene Auto Selector)” (A 46)
for more information on Scene auto selector scene mode.
• The X shown for each scene is the setting for the flash mode when the built-in
flash is raised (A32). n is the setting for the self-timer (A35), remote control
(A38) and Smile timer (A36), and p is the setting for focus mode (A40).
b Portrait
Use this mode for taking portraits in which the main subject
stands out clearly.
• The camera automatically detects and focuses on a face (see
“Shooting with Face Priority” (A86) for more information).
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• If the camera detects multiple faces, the camera focuses on the face closest to the camera.
• After the skin softening feature makes the subject’s skin appear smoother (up to three
people), the camera records the image (A37).
• If no face is recognized, the camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame.
• The digital zoom is not available.
X
*
V*
n
Off*
p
A
p
B
Other settings can be selected.
c Landscape
Use this mode for vivid landscapes and cityscapes.
• The camera focuses at infinity. When the shutter-release
button is pressed halfway, the AF lamp always lights in green.
However, because the camera focuses at infinity, it may not
be able to focus on nearby objects.
• AF-assist illuminator (A177) does not light.
X
*
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W
n
Off*
The self-timer and remote control are available.
Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode)
d Sports
Use this mode for dynamic action shots that freeze the action in
a single shot and record motion in a series of pictures. With
continuous shooting, instantaneous movements of moving
subjects can be captured clearly.
• The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame.
The camera continuously focuses using autofocus until you
press the shutter-release button halfway to lock the focus.
X
W
n
p
Off
A*
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• While the shutter-release button is fully held down, up to 45 pictures are shot at a rate of
about 1.3 frames per second (fps) when Image quality is set to Normal and Image size is
set to M 3648×2736.
• Focus, exposure compensation, and white balance are fixed at values determined with the
first shot in each series.
• The frame rate with continuous shooting may vary, depending upon the current image
quality setting, image size setting, and the memory card used.
• AF-assist illuminator (A177) does not light.
E (manual focus) can be selected.
*
OQ
e Night portrait
Use this mode for portraits of a human subject shot in front of
background lighting at night. Flash is used to illuminate the
subject while maintaining the mood of the background.
• Shoot pictures with the built-in flash raised.
• The camera automatically detects and focuses on a face (see
“Shooting with Face Priority” (A86) for more information).
• If the camera detects multiple faces, the camera focuses on
the face closest to the camera.
• After the skin softening feature makes the subject’s skin appear smoother (up to three
people), the camera records the image (A37).
• If no face is recognized, the camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame.
• The digital zoom is not available.
X
1
2
V1
n
Off2
p
A
Fixed to fill flash with slow sync and red-eye reduction.
Other settings can be selected.
O: Indicates a tripod is recommended when using this scene mode. Turn Vibration reduction
(A175) to Off when using a tripod.
Q: Noise reduction is performed for pictures shot in scene modes with Q, so they may take longer
to record.
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Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode)
f Party/indoor
Suitable for taking pictures in parties. Captures the effects of
candlelight and other indoor background lighting.
• The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame.
• Hold the camera steadily as pictures are easily affected by
camera shake. When shooting under low lighting, use of a tripod
is recommended. Set Vibration reduction (A175) to Off
when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting.
X
1
2
V1
n
Off2
p
A
May automatically switch to slow sync with red-eye reduction. Other settings can be selected.
The self-timer and remote control are available.
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Z Beach
Captures the brightness of such subjects as beaches, or sunlit
expanses of water.
• The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame.
X
1
2
U1
n
Off2
p
A
p
A
Other settings can be selected.
The self-timer and remote control are available.
z Snow
Captures the brightness of such subjects as sunlit snowfields.
• The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame.
X
1
2
50
U1
n
Off2
Other settings can be selected.
The self-timer and remote control are available.
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O
h Sunset
Preserves the deep hues seen in sunsets and sunrises.
• The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame.
X
1
2
U1
n
Off2
p
A
Other settings can be selected.
The self-timer and remote control are available.
OQ
i Dusk/dawn
X
*
W
n
Off*
p
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Preserves the colors seen in the weak natural light before sunrise
or after sunset.
• The camera focuses at infinity. When the shutter-release
button is pressed halfway, the AF lamp always lights in green.
However, because the camera focuses at infinity, it may not be
able to focus on nearby objects.
• AF-assist illuminator (A177) does not light.
B
The self-timer and remote control are available.
OQ
j Night landscape
Slow shutter speeds are used to produce stunning night
landscapes.
• The camera focuses at infinity. When the shutter-release button
is pressed halfway, the AF lamp always lights in green. However,
because the camera focuses at infinity, it may not be able to
focus on nearby objects.
• AF-assist illuminator (A177) does not light.
X
*
W
n
Off*
p
B
The self-timer and remote control are available.
O: Indicates a tripod is recommended when using this scene mode. Turn Vibration reduction
(A175) to Off when using a tripod.
Q: Noise reduction is performed for pictures shot in scene modes with Q, so they may take longer
to record.
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Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode)
k Close-up
Photograph flowers, insects and other small objects at close
range.
• The focus mode (A40) setting is changed to D (Macro closeup) and the camera automatically zooms to the closest position
at which it can focus.
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• When the F mark on the monitor lights in green (when the zoom indicator is to the wideangle side of the K icon), the camera can focus on subjects as close as about 2 cm (0.8 in.)
from the lens. The closest distance at which the camera can focus varies depending on the
zoom position.
• AF area mode is changed to Manual to enable the focus area to be chosen (A84). Press
the k button, and then rotate the rotary multi selector, or press H, I, J or K to move
the focus area. When the focus area position is set by pressing the k button, the flash
mode, self-timer or exposure compensation settings can be adjusted.
• The camera continuously focuses using autofocus until you press the shutter-release
button halfway to lock the focus.
• As pictures are easily affected by camera shake, be sure that Vibration reduction
(A175) is enabled and hold the camera steadily.
X
1
2
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U1
n
Off2
p
p
Other settings can be selected. Note that when shooting with the flash, the flash may be unable
to light the entire subject at distances of less than 50 cm (1 ft. 8 in.).
The self-timer and remote control are available.
Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode)
u Food
Use this mode when taking pictures of food.
• The focus mode (A40) setting is changed to D (Macro
close-up) and the camera automatically zooms to the closest
position at which it can focus.
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• AF area mode is changed to Manual to enable the focus area to be chosen (A84). Press
the k button, and then rotate the rotary multi selector, or press H, I, J or K to move
the focus area. When the focus area position is set by pressing the k button, the hue
adjustment, self-timer and exposure compensation settings can be adjusted.
• The camera focuses continuously until focus is locked by pressing the shutter-release
button halfway.
• As pictures are easily affected by camera shake, be sure that Vibration reduction
(A175) is enabled and hold the camera steadily.
X
*
W
n
Off*
p
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• When the F mark on the monitor lights in green (when the zoom indicator is to the wideangle side of the K icon), the camera can focus on subjects as close as about 2 cm (0.8
in.) from the lens. The closest distance at which the camera can focus varies depending on
the zoom position.
• You can adjust hue within a slider display at the left of the
monitor. Pressing H increases the red hue, and pressing I
increases the blue hue. The hue adjustments are stored in the
camera’s memory even after the camera is turned off.
p
The self-timer and remote control are available.
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Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode)
l Museum
Use indoors where flash photography is prohibited (for example,
in museums and art galleries) or in other situations in which you
do not want to use the flash.
• The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame.
• BSS (Best Shot Selector) (A99) can be used for shooting.
• As pictures are easily affected by camera shake, be sure that
Vibration reduction (A175) is enabled and hold the
camera steadily.
• AF-assist illuminator (A177) does not light.
X
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1
2
W
n
Off1
p
A2
The self-timer and remote control are available.
D (Macro close-up) can be selected.
O
m Fireworks show
Slow shutter speeds are used to capture the expanding burst of
light from fireworks.
• The camera focuses at infinity. When the shutter-release
button is pressed halfway, the AF lamp always lights in green.
However, because the camera focuses at infinity, it may not be
able to focus on nearby objects.
• Exposure compensation (A43) cannot be used.
• AF-assist illuminator (A177) does not light.
X
*
W
n
Off*
p
B
p
A3
The quick-response remote is available.
n Copy
Provides clear pictures of text or drawings on a white board or
in print.
• The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame.
• Use p (Macro close-up) mode (A40) in focus mode with
this mode to shoot pictures at close distances.
• Colored text and drawings may not show up well.
X
1
2
3
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U1
n
Off2
Other settings can be selected.
The self-timer and remote control are available.
D (Macro close-up) can be selected.
O: Indicates a tripod is recommended when using this scene mode. Turn Vibration reduction
(A175) to Off when using a tripod.
Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode)
o Backlighting
Use to “fill-in” (illuminate) shadows and backlit subjects. The
flash fires automatically to “fill in” (illuminate) shadows.
• Shoot pictures with the built-in flash raised.
• The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame.
X
*
X
n
Off*
p
A
The self-timer and remote control are available.
p Panorama assist
X
1
2
3
U1
n
Off2
p
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Use when shooting a series of pictures that can later be joined on a computer to form a
single panorama, using the supplied Panorama Maker 5 software. See “Taking Pictures for a
Panorama” (A56) for more information.
A3
Other settings can be selected.
The self-timer and remote control are available.
D (Macro close-up) or B (Infinity) can be selected.
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Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode)
Taking Pictures for a Panorama
The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame. Using a tripod makes
the composition easier. When the camera is stabilized with a tripod, set Vibration
reduction (A175) to Off in the setup menu (A167).
1
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2
Rotate the mode dial to y.
Press the d button to display the
scene menu screen, choose
p Panorama assist with the rotary
multi selector and press the k
button.
Scene menu
Fireworks show
Copy
Backlighting
Panorama assist
• The I icon is displayed to show the
direction in which pictures are joined.
3
Use the rotary multi selector to choose the
direction and press the k button.
• Select the direction in which pictures are joined in the
completed panorama: right (I), left (J), up (K) or
down (L).
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• The yellow icon (II) moves to the direction pressed, so
press the k button to choose the direction. A white
icon (I) is displayed in the chosen direction.
• Apply flash mode (A32), self-timer (A35)/remote control (A38), focus mode
(A40) and exposure compensation (A43) settings with this step, if necessary.
• Press the k button again to reselect the direction.
4
Shoot the first picture in the
panorama series.
• The picture taken is displayed in 1/3 of the
monitor.
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Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode)
5
Shoot the second picture.
• Match the outline of the next picture so that
1/3 of the frame overlaps the previous picture,
and press the shutter-release button.
• Repeat until you have taken the necessary
number of pictures to complete the image.
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Press the k button when shooting is
completed.
• The camera returns to step 3.
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B
Panorama Assist
• Set the flash mode, self-timer/remote control, focus mode and exposure compensation before
releasing the shutter for the first picture. The settings cannot be changed after shooting the first
picture. Pictures cannot be deleted, nor can zoom, Image quality (A68), or Image size (A70)
be adjusted after shooting the first picture.
• The panorama series is terminated if the auto off function (A181) triggers the standby mode
during shooting. To prevent this, setting a longer time for the auto off function is recommended.
D
R (exposure lock) Indicator
When using panorama assist mode, all pictures in the panorama
have the same exposure, white balance, and focus as the first picture
of the panorama.
When the first picture is shot, R is displayed to indicate that
exposure, white balance, and focus are locked.
D
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Panorama Maker 5
Install Panorama Maker 5 on a computer using the supplied ViewNX 2 CD-ROM.
Transfer pictures to a computer (A156) and use Panorama Maker 5 (A160) to join them in a single
panorama.
D
More Information
See “File and Folder Names” (A203) for more information.
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Shooting Low-lit Scenes (Low Noise Night Mode)
The ISO sensitivity is controlled automatically to a high level. This allows you to
capture the atmosphere of a low-lit scene and shoot pictures with a low amount of
noise without using the flash. It also reduces the effects of camera shake and
subject movement when shooting at the telephoto zoom position.
• The available image size is C 2048×1536 or smaller.
• The ISO sensitivity is set automatically within the range of ISO 400 to 12800.
1
Rotate the mode dial to O (low noise night).
• The camera enters low noise night mode.
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2
Frame the subject and take the picture.
• In the default setting, the camera automatically selects
one or more of the nine focus areas containing the
subject closest to the camera. When the subject is in
focus, the focus area (active focus area) lights in green
(maximum of nine areas) (A84).
• To use the flash, raise the built-in flash.
C
Functions Available in Low Noise Night Mode
• The flash mode (A32) can be changed, and the self-timer (A35), focus mode (A40), AF area
mode (A84) and exposure compensation (A43) can be adjusted.
• Rotate the quick menu dial to a or c and press the quick menu button to select the following
settings.
- a: Image quality (A68) and Image size (A70)
NRW (RAW) pictures cannot be recorded. Only the following image sizes are available:
C 2048×1536 (default setting), B 1600×1200, A 1280×960, J 1024×768 and f
640×480.
The settings in Image quality and Image size are not applied to other shooting modes.
- c: White balance (A76)
• The functions in the low noise night menu can be set. See “Low Noise Night Menu” (A59) for
more information.
C
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Built-in ND Filter
When the subject is too bright, set Built-in ND filter (A184) in the setup menu (A167) to reduce
the light and shoot.
Shooting Low-lit Scenes (Low Noise Night Mode)
B
Notes on Low Noise Night Mode
• Although vibration is reduced even in low-lit environments, a tripod is recommended when not
using a flash. Set Vibration reduction (A175) to Off when using a tripod to stabilize the camera.
• Because the shooting is performed with ISO sensitivity set to a high level, the shot picture may be
grainy.
• Because the shooting is always performed at ISO 400 or higher, the appropriate exposure may not
be obtained (overexposure) in clear sunlight.
• Focusing may be difficult in extremely dark environments.
• The slowest shutter speed is restricted to 1/4 second.
D
More Information
See “Autofocus” (A29) for more information.
Low Noise Night Menu
Continuous
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In the low noise night mode, the following functions can be set when the d
button (A13) is pressed to display the O low noise night menu.
• The setting of low noise night menu is stored in the camera’s memory
independently and is not applied to the settings in any other shooting mode.
Continuous (A99) can be set. Choose Single or Continuous.
Flash exp. comp.
Flash exp. comp. (A102) can be set.
Metering
Metering (A98) can be set.
Displaying the Low Noise Night Menu
Rotate the mode dial to O (low noise night) mode.
Press the d button (A13) to display the menu, and use the rotary multi selector
to change to the O tab (A14).
• Use the rotary multi selector to select and set menu options (A12).
• To exit the low noise night menu, press the d button.
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Setting the Exposure for Shooting (A, B, C, D Modes)
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). Not only you can set the shutter speed and aperture value
yourself, but you can also select a variety of advanced settings, such as changing
the ISO sensitivity and white balance with the quick menu dial (A10, 67).
Mode
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A
Programmed
auto
(A62)
B
Shutterpriority auto
(A63)
C
Aperturepriority auto
(A64)
D
Manual
(A65)
Description
The camera sets the shutter
speed and aperture value
automatically for optimal
exposure. Flexible program,
which changes the combination
of shutter speed and aperture
value, can be used (A62).
Usage
Recommended for most
situations.
Use to shoot fast moving
subjects using a fast shutter
speed, or use to emphasize the
movements of a moving subject
using a slow shutter speed.
The user chooses the aperture
Use to blur the background or
value; the camera selects the
bring both the foreground and
shutter speed automatically.
background into focus.
Use to control the exposure
The user controls both the
according to shooting
shutter speed and aperture value.
requirements.
The user chooses the shutter
speed; the camera selects the
aperture value automatically.
Even when the mode dial is set to E, F or N (user setting mode), you can
shoot in A (Programmed auto), B (Shutter-priority auto), C (Aperture-priority auto)
or D (Manual). The setting combinations (user settings) that are frequently used for
shooting can be saved in E, F and N (A112).
C
Functions Available in A, B, C and D Modes
• The flash mode (A32) can be changed, and the self-timer (A35), focus mode (A40), AF area
mode (A84) and exposure compensation (A43) settings can be adjusted.
• Rotate the quick menu dial and press the quick menu button to set the quick menu (A10, 67).
• Press the d button to adjust the shooting menu (A90) settings.
C
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Built-in ND Filter
When the subject is too bright, set Built-in ND filter (A184) in the setup menu (A167) to reduce
the light and shoot.
Setting the Exposure for Shooting (A, B, C, D Modes)
D
Shutter Speed and Aperture Value
The same exposure can be achieved with different combinations
of shutter speed and aperture value, allowing you to freeze or blur
motion and control depth of field. The following figure shows how
shutter speed and aperture value affect exposure. When the ISO
sensitivity setting (A74) is changed, the range of shutter speeds
and aperture values at which the correct exposure can be
obtained also changes.
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Aperture
value
Adjusting the Shutter Speed
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Faster
1/1000 s
Slower
1/30 s
Adjusting the Aperture Value
Larger aperture
(Small f-number)
f/2.8
Smaller aperture
(Large f-number)
f/8
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Setting the Exposure for Shooting (A, B, C, D Modes)
A (Programmed Auto) Mode
The camera sets the shutter speed and aperture value automatically for optimal
exposure.
1
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2
Rotate the mode dial to A.
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Frame the subject and shoot.
• In the default setting, the camera automatically selects
one or more of the nine focus areas containing the
subject closest to the camera. When the subject is in
focus, the focus area (active focus area) lights in green
(maximum of nine areas) (A84).
Flexible Program
In mode A (Programmed auto), different combinations of shutter
speed and aperture value can be selected by rotating the command
dial without changing the exposure (“flexible program”). While
flexible program is in effect, a flexible program mark (A) appears
next to the mode indicator (A) in the upper left of the monitor.
• Rotate the command dial to the right for large apertures (small fnumbers) when you want to blur background details, or for fast
shutter speeds to capture fast-moving subjects.
• Rotate the command dial to the left for small apertures (large fnumbers) when you want to increase depth of field, or for slow
shutter speeds to emphasize the motion of a subject.
• To cancel flexible program, rotate the command dial until the
flexible program mark (A) is no longer displayed. Selecting
another mode, or turning off the camera, also cancels flexible
program.
B
Notes on A (Programmed Auto) Shooting
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 and aperture value indicator blink when the shutter-release
button is pressed halfway. It may be possible to obtain the appropriate exposure by changing settings
such as the built-in ND filter (A184) and ISO sensitivity (A74).
C
Shutter Speed
The shutter speed may be restricted by other settings. See “Functions that Cannot be Applied
Simultaneously” (A108) for more information.
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B (Shutter-Priority Auto) Mode
The user chooses the shutter speed; the camera selects the aperture value
automatically.
• The shutter speed can be set in a range from a maximum speed of 1/2000 to
eight seconds.
1
Rotate the command dial to choose
a shutter speed value.
• When the Av/Tv button is pressed, the
shutter speed can be set by rotating the
rotary multi selector (default setting,
A187).
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Rotate the mode dial to B.
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Focus and shoot.
• In the default setting, the camera automatically selects
one or more of the nine focus areas containing the
subject closest to the camera. When the subject is in
focus, the focus area (active focus area) lights in green
(maximum of nine areas) (A84).
B
B (Shutter-Priority Auto) Mode
• When the subject is too dark or too bright, it may not be possible to obtain the appropriate
exposure with the set shutter speed. In such cases, the shutter speed indicator blinks when the
shutter-release button is pressed halfway. Choose another shutter speed and try again.
• At shutter speeds of 1/4 second or slower, “noise” may appear in the image in the form of randomly
spaced, brightly colored dots. In such situations, the shutter speed indicator turns red. Setting
Long exposure NR (A103) to On is recommended.
C
Shutter Speed
The shutter speed may be restricted by other settings. See “Functions that Cannot be Applied
Simultaneously” (A108) for more information.
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C (Aperture-Priority Auto) Mode
The user chooses the aperture value; the camera selects the shutter speed
automatically.
1
2
Rotate the mode dial to C.
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Rotate the rotary multi selector to
choose the aperture value
(f/-number).
• The aperture value can be set in a range of
f/2.8 to 8 (wide-angle side) and f/5.6 to 8
(telephoto side).
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• When the Av/Tv button is pressed, the
aperture value can be set by rotating the command dial (default setting, A187).
3
Focus and shoot.
• In the default setting, the camera automatically selects
one or more of the nine focus areas containing the
subject closest to the camera. When the subject is in
focus, the focus area (active focus area) lights in green
(maximum of nine areas) (A84).
B
C (Aperture-Priority Auto) Mode
When the subject is too dark or too bright, it may not be possible to obtain the appropriate exposure
with the set aperture value. In such cases, the aperture value indicator blinks when the shutter-release
button is pressed halfway. Choose another aperture value and try again.
C
Shutter Speed
• When the zoom is on the wide-angle side and the aperture value is set to f/8 (minimum aperture),
the shutter speed can be set to up to 1/4000 second.
• The shutter speed may be restricted by other settings. See “Functions that Cannot be Applied
Simultaneously” (A108) for more information.
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Aperture and Zoom
The aperture value (f-number) indicates the lens brightness. Large apertures (expressed by small fnumbers) let more light into the camera, and small apertures (large f-numbers) let less light. When the
camera is zoomed in, the lens aperture can be changed within a range of f/2.8 to 5.6. The aperture
value increases (becomes darker) when zooming to the telephoto side, and decreases (becomes
brighter) when zooming to the wide-angle side.
Setting the Exposure for Shooting (A, B, C, D Modes)
D (Manual) Mode
The user controls both the shutter speed and aperture value.
• The shutter speed can be set in a range from a maximum speed of 1/4000 to
60 seconds.
1
Rotate the command dial to choose
a shutter speed value.
• At shutter speeds of 1/4 second or slower,
the shutter speed indicator turns red
(A63).
• When adjusting the aperture value or
shutter speed, the degree of deviation
from the exposure value measured by the
camera is displayed in the exposure
indicator.
• The degree of deviation in the exposure
indicator is shown in EVs (–3 to +3 EV in
increments of 1/3 EV).
The display on the right shows that the
picture will be overexposed by 1 EV (+1).
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+3 Overexposed
+0
-3
3
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2
Rotate the mode dial to D.
Underexposed
Rotate the rotary multi selector to
choose an aperture value.
• Repeat steps 2 to 3 to modify shutter speed
and aperture value settings until the
desired exposure is achieved.
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4
Focus and shoot.
• In the default setting, the camera automatically selects
one or more of the nine focus areas containing the
subject closest to the camera. When the subject is in
focus, the focus area (active focus area) lights in green
(maximum of nine areas) (A84).
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B
Note on ISO Sensitivity
When ISO sensitivity (A74) is set to Auto (default setting), High ISO sensitivity auto, ISO 100200 or ISO 100-400, ISO sensitivity is fixed at ISO 100.
C
Shutter Speed
• A shutter speed of 1/4000 second is available only when the zoom is on the wide-angle side and
the aperture value is set to f/8 (minimum aperture).
• The shutter speed may be restricted by other settings. See “Functions that Cannot be Applied
Simultaneously” (A108) for more information.
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Shutter Speed and Aperture Value Setting Methods
When the Av/Tv button is pressed, the aperture value can be set
with the command dial, and the shutter speed can be set by
rotating the rotary multi selector (default setting, A187).
Press the Av/Tv button again to return to the originally assigned
functions of the command dial and the rotary multi selector.
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While shooting in A, B, C, D, E, F and N, you can set the following options.
• Quick menu
• AF area mode (A84)
• Shooting menu (A90)
Quick Menu
The following functions can be set with the quick menu dial and the quick menu button.
Quick menu dial mark
Quick menu dial
Quick menu button
a
b
c
d
I
e
Function
A
Image quality/Image size w
Movie options
–
ISO sensitivity
–
White balance
–
Auto bracketing
–
My Menu*
–
Tone level information
–
A, B, C, D,
E, F, N
w
–
w
w
w
w
w
y O
w
–
–
–
–
–
–
w
–
–
w
–
–
–
D
A
–
w
–
w
–
–
–
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148
74
76
80
187
82
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Dial
position
• To use the quick menu, rotate the quick menu dial to align the mark with the
function that you want to set.
• When the quick menu button is pressed while shooting, the quick menu dial
mark turns on and the quick menu is displayed for the function that is selected
with the mark.
• Use the rotary multi selector to set the various menu items. They can also be set
using the command dial and the Av/Tv button.
• To exit the quick menu, press the quick menu button or the shutter-release
button.
* I (My Menu)
Rotate the quick menu dial to I (My Menu) and
press the quick menu button to display only the menu
items that are frequently used for shooting.
• Options that are displayed in My Menu can be
changed from Customize My Menu (A187) in
the setup menu (A167).
My Menu
Picture Control
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a Choosing the Image Quality and the Image Size
You can set the image quality (compression ratio) and image size to be recorded.
Image Quality
See “Setting the Image Quality and the Image Size” (A 73) for more information.
Choose the compression ratio 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.
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a Fine
Higher quality images than Normal, suitable for enlargement or high quality prints.
File format: JPEG, compression ratio of 1:4
b Normal (default setting)
Normal image quality, suitable for most applications.
File format: JPEG, compression ratio of 1:8
c Basic
Basic image quality is lower than with Normal, suitable for pictures attached to emails or used on web pages.
File format: JPEG, compression ratio of 1:16
d
NRW (RAW) + Fine*
Two images are recorded at the same time: one NRW (RAW) image and one finequality JPEG image.
e
NRW (RAW) + Normal*
Two images are recorded at the same time: one NRW (RAW) image and one normalquality JPEG image.
f
NRW (RAW) + Basic*
Two images are recorded at the same time: one NRW (RAW) image and one basicquality JPEG image.
F NRW (RAW)*
Raw data from the image sensor are saved. Create JPEG image files after shooting
using NRW (RAW) processing (A143) in the playback menu.
• When NRW (RAW) is selected, Image size is reset to M 3648×2736.
• White balance and COOLPIX Picture Control settings can be adjusted in NRW
(RAW) processing.
• NRW (RAW) images cannot be printed. Creating JPEG images with NRW (RAW)
processing enables the images to be printed using PictBridge compatible printers or in
digital photo labs.
File format: NRW (RAW)
* NRW (RAW) images cannot be chosen in scene mode or low noise night mode.
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COOLPIX P7000 NRW (RAW) images
• The extension of the image taken is “.NRW.”
• No editing other than NRW (RAW) processing can be performed for pictures in the NRW (RAW)
format. To edit such pictures, first create JPEG pictures using NRW (RAW) processing (A143),
and then edit the JPEG pictures.
• ViewNX 2 needs to be installed on the computer to be able to view NRW (RAW) images on the
computer. Capture NX 2 is also compatible with NRW (RAW) images.
• Install ViewNX 2 on a computer using the supplied ViewNX 2 CD-ROM. (See “Installing ViewNX 2”
of the Quick Start Guide.)
For more information on using ViewNX 2, refer to the on-screen instructions and help information
contained in ViewNX 2.
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Notes on Image Quality Setting
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• The setting for image quality is shown by an icon displayed on the monitor during shooting and
playback (A6, 8).
• Can be set from the quick menu dial even in shooting modes other than A, B, C and D (except
for movie mode).
• The setting is also applied to other shooting modes (except for shooting modes E, F and N).
• NRW (RAW) images cannot be recorded in scene mode or low noise night mode. When the image
quality is set to NRW (RAW) and the scene mode is selected, the image quality is changed to
Normal. When the image quality is set to NRW (RAW) + Fine, NRW (RAW) + Normal or NRW
(RAW) + Basic and the scene mode is selected, the image quality for each is changed to Fine,
Normal or Basic.
• The digital zoom cannot be used when Image quality is set to NRW (RAW), NRW (RAW) + Fine,
NRW (RAW) + Normal or NRW (RAW) + Basic.
• This feature cannot be used simultaneously with certain features. See “Functions that Cannot be
Applied Simultaneously” (A108) for more information.
Recording of NRW (RAW) and JPEG images at the same time
• The NRW (RAW) image and the JPEG image that are recorded at the same time have the same file
number but their own file extensions, “.NRW ” and “.JPG” (A203).
• When playing back on the camera, only the JPEG image is displayed.
• Note that when the JPEG image is deleted by pressing the l button, the NRW (RAW) image that
was recorded at the same time is also deleted.
D
More Information
• See “Number of Exposures Remaining” (A71) for more information.
• See “File and Folder Names” (A 203) for more information.
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Image Size
See “Setting the Image Quality and the Image Size” (A 73) for more information.
You can set the JPEG image size (amount of pixels) for pictures recorded with an
image quality of Fine, Normal or Basic.
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.
Conversely, small image sizes are suitable for pictures attached to e-mails or used
on web pages. However, printing small images in large print sizes results in the
image turning “grainy.”
Image size
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M
3648×2736
(default setting)
Record pictures with finer detail than those shot at E 3264×2448
or D 2592×1944.
E
3264×2448
D
2592×1944
Good balance between file size and quality; suitable in most
situations.
C
2048×1536
B
1600×1200
A
1280×960
J
1024×768
Record pictures of a size suitable for display on devices such as a
computer monitor.
f
640×480
Record pictures suitable for display on a television with a screen
aspect ratio of 4:3, or for e-mail attachment.
I
3648×2432
Record pictures with the same aspect ratio (3:2) as those shot with
35mm [135] format film cameras.
z
3584×2016
Record pictures with the same aspect ratio (16:9) as wide-screen
televisions.
H
2736×2736
Record square pictures.
Smaller than M 3648×2736, E 3264×2448 and
D 2592×1944; for recording more pictures.
The setting for the image size is shown by an icon displayed on the monitor during
shooting and playback (A6 to 8).
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Notes on Image Size Setting
• Can be set from the quick menu dial even in shooting modes other than A, B, C and D (except
for movie mode).
• The setting is also applied to other shooting modes (except for low noise night mode, and
shooting modes E, F and N).
• In low noise night mode, the available image size is C 2048×1536 or smaller.
• The size of JPEG images can be chosen when you create JPEG images from NRW (RAW) images
using NRW (RAW) processing (A143) (up to a maximum of 3648×2736 pixels).
• Image size for the JPEG image can be set when NRW (RAW) + Fine, NRW (RAW) + Normal or
NRW (RAW) + Basic is selected. However, note that I 3648×2432, z 3584×2016 and
H 2736×2736 cannot be selected.
• This feature cannot be used simultaneously with certain features. See “Functions that Cannot be
Applied Simultaneously” (A108) for more information.
Changing the Frequently Used Settings for Shooting (A, B, C, D Modes)
C
Number of Exposures Remaining
The following table lists the approximate number of pictures that can be stored in the internal
memory and on a 4 GB memory card, at each combination of Image size (A70) and Image quality
(A68) settings. Note that the number of images that can be stored differs depending on the
composition of the image (due to JPEG compression). In addition, this number may differ depending
on the make of memory card, even if the capacity of the memory card is the same.
Image size
Image quality
Fine
Internal
memory
(79 MB)
Memory card1
(4 GB)
Print size2
(cm/in.)
E 3264×2448
Fine
Normal
Basic
20
40
78
970
1,910
3,650
28×21/11×8
D 2592×1944
Fine
Normal
Basic
32
62
117
1,520
2,940
5,480
22×16/8.5×6.5
C 2048×1536
Fine
Normal
Basic
50
97
181
2,410
4,640
8,620
17×13/7×5
B 1600×1200
Fine
Normal
Basic
80
153
266
3,770
7,100
12,000
14×10/5×4
A 1280×960
Fine
Normal
Basic
120
220
362
5,740
10,000
17,200
11×8/4×3
J 1024×768
Fine
Normal
Basic
181
316
507
8,620
15,000
24,100
9×7/3.5×2.5
f 640×480
Fine
Normal
Basic
362
563
724
17,200
24,100
30,100
5×4/2×1.5
I 3648×2432
Fine
Normal
Basic
18
36
70
870
1,720
3,350
31×21/12×8
z 3584×2016
Fine
Normal
Basic
22
44
85
1,060
2,110
4,020
30×17/12×6.5
H 2736×2736
Fine
Normal
Basic
21
42
83
1,030
2,040
3,890
23×23/9×9
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770
1,540
3,010
230
31×23/12×93
NRW (RAW)
16
32
63
5
Normal
M 3648×2736
(default setting) Basic
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1 If the number of exposures remaining is 10,000 or more, “9999” is displayed.
2 The print size at an output resolution of 300 dpi.
Print sizes are calculated by dividing the number of pixels by the printer resolution (dpi) and
multiplying by 2.54 cm (1 in.). However, even with the same image size setting, images printed at
higher resolutions print smaller than the size indicated, and those printed at lower resolutions print
larger than the size indicated.
3 The print size of NRW (RAW) images differs according to the image size of the NRW (RAW)
processed images (A143).
D
Printing Images of Size 1:1
Change the printer setting to “Border” when printing images with the size set to 1:1.
The images may not be printed in 1:1 ratio depending on the printer.
See the instruction manual of the printer or check with the authorized print dealer for further details.
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Setting the Image Quality and the Image Size
1
Rotate the quick menu dial to a and press
the quick menu button.
• The quick menu is displayed.
• Rotate the mode dial (A44) to a setting other than D.
2
Choose the type of Image quality (A68) with
the rotary multi selector.
3
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• Image size cannot be selected when NRW (RAW) is
selected for Image quality.
• The number of exposures remaining for the selected
Image size is displayed.
• Press the rotary multi selector H to return to the Image
quality setting.
4
Image quality
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• Items can also be chosen by rotating the command dial.
• To change the image quality only, choose the type of
image quality, and then press the quick menu button.
• To continue and change the image size, press the rotary
multi selector I. The Av/Tv button can also be used to
proceed to the next step.
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Numbers of exposures
remaining
After completing the settings, press the quick menu button or the k
button.
• The monitor display reverts to shooting mode.
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b Setting the ISO Sensitivity
See “Setting the ISO Sensitivity” (A 75) for more information.
Setting the ISO sensitivity to a high level enables shooting when the light intensity is low.
The higher the ISO sensitivity, the darker the subject that can be shot. Also, using a
faster shutter speed for a subject of the same brightness makes it easier to reduce
blur caused by camera vibration or subject movement.
• Setting the ISO sensitivity to a high level is effective when shooting dark subjects,
not using the flash, shooting at the telephoto zoom position and similar
situations, but the pictures may be slightly grainy.
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ISO sensitivity
• a Auto (default setting): The sensitivity is ISO 100 in bright places; in dark
places the camera automatically raises the sensitivity to a maximum of ISO 800.
• B High ISO sensitivity auto: The ISO sensitivity is set automatically within the
range of ISO 100 to 1600 according to the brightness of the subject.
• x ISO 100-200, y ISO 100-400 (fixed range auto):
Choose the range in which the camera automatically adjusts ISO sensitivity. The
camera does not raise sensitivity beyond the maximum value in the selected range.
Set the maximum value for ISO sensitivity to control “grain” that appears in images.
• 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, Hi 1 (equivalent to ISO 6400):
ISO sensitivity is locked at the specified value.
Minimum shutter speed
When the shooting mode is A or C and ISO sensitivity is set to Auto, High ISO
sensitivity auto, ISO 100-200 or ISO 100-400, the shutter speed at which the ISO
sensitivity automatic control starts to function (1/125 to one second) is set. The default
setting is None. If the exposure is insufficient with the shutter speed that is set here, the
ISO sensitivity is increased automatically to obtain the correct exposure. If the exposure is
still insufficient even after the ISO sensitivity is increased, the shutter speed slows down.
The icon for the current setting is displayed on the monitor (A6).
• If Auto is selected and the sensitivity is automatically raised above ISO 100, the
E icon is displayed (A34).
• When High ISO sensitivity auto is selected, the V icon is displayed. When ISO
100-200 or ISO 100-400 is selected, the U icon and the maximum ISO
sensitivity value are displayed.
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Notes on ISO Sensitivity
• In D (manual) mode, ISO sensitivity is fixed at ISO 100 if Auto, High ISO sensitivity auto, ISO
100-200 or ISO 100-400 is selected.
• When the ISO sensitivity is set to a high level, the shutter speed may be restricted. See “Functions
that Cannot be Applied Simultaneously” (A108) for more information.
• This feature cannot be used simultaneously with certain features. See “Functions that Cannot be
Applied Simultaneously” (A108) for more information.
Changing the Frequently Used Settings for Shooting (A, B, C, D Modes)
Setting the ISO Sensitivity
1
Rotate the quick menu dial to b and press
the quick menu button.
• The quick menu is displayed.
2
Choose the ISO sensitivity with the rotary
multi selector.
3
Auto
Minimum shutter speed
Choose the minimum shutter speed.
• Press the rotary multi selector H to return to the ISO
sensitivity setting.
4
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• Items can also be chosen by rotating the command dial.
• Press the rotary multi selector I when the ISO
sensitivity is set to Auto, High ISO sensitivity auto,
ISO 100-200 or ISO 100-400 to proceed to step 3.
The Av/Tv button can also be used to proceed to the
next step.
• If the ISO sensitivity is fixed, proceed to step 4.
ISO sensitivity
Minimum shutter speed
After completing the settings, press the quick menu button or the k
button.
• The monitor display reverts to shooting mode.
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c Matching Image Colors with Colors as Seen with the
Naked Eye (White Balance)
See “Setting the White Balance” (A77) for more information.
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The color of light reflected from an object varies with the color of the light source. The human
brain is able to adapt to changes in the color of the light source, with the result that white
objects appear white whether seen in the shade, direct sunlight, or under incandescent
lighting. Digital cameras can mimic this adjustment of the human eye by processing images
according to the color of the light source. This is known as “white balance.”
For natural coloration, choose a white balance setting that matches the light source before
shooting.
Although the default setting, Auto, can be used under most types of lighting, you can apply
the white balance setting suited to a particular light source to achieve more accurate results.
• Available when the shooting mode is A, B, C, D, E, F, N, O (low noise
night) or movie mode.
a Auto (default setting)
The white balance is automatically adjusted to suit the lighting conditions. The best
choice in most situations.
c
Daylight
The white balance is adjusted for direct sunlight.
d
Incandescent
Use under incandescent lighting.
e
Fluorescent (FL1 to FL3)
Use under most types of fluorescent lighting. Choose one of FL1 (white fluorescent),
FL2 (daylight white/neutral fluorescent) and FL3 (daylight fluorescent).
f
Cloudy
Use when shooting under overcast skies.
g
Flash
Use with the flash.
x
Choose color temp.
Use to directly specify the color temperature (A78).
b
Preset manual (1 to 3)
A neutral-colored object is used as a reference to set the white balance under
unusual lighting conditions. See “Preset Manual” (A79) for more information.
The effects of the selected option can be previewed on the monitor (A6). At
settings other than Auto, the icon for the current setting is displayed on the monitor.
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Notes on White Balance
• At white balance settings other than Auto or Flash, set the flash to W (Off) (A32).
• This feature cannot be used simultaneously with certain features. See “Functions that Cannot be
Applied Simultaneously” (A108) for more information.
Changing the Frequently Used Settings for Shooting (A, B, C, D Modes)
Setting the White Balance
1
Rotate the quick menu dial to c and press
the quick menu button.
• The quick menu is displayed.
2
Choose the type of white balance with the
rotary multi selector and press I.
3
Perform fine adjustment of the setting by
pressing H, I, J or K.
White balance
Auto
Fine-tune
Fine-tune
• The four directions are A (amber), B (blue), G (green) and
M (magenta), and fine adjustment can be performed in
six levels in all directions.
Back
• When the l button is pressed, the fine adjustment value
is reset to the center (coordinate 0, 0).
• Press the Av/Tv button to return to the screen in the previous step.
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• Items can also be chosen by rotating the command dial.
• When Choose color temp. is chosen, set the color
temperature (A78).
• The Av/Tv button can also be used to proceed to the
next step.
Reset
After completing the settings, press the quick menu button or the k
button.
• The monitor display reverts to shooting mode.
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Fine Adjustment of White Balance
The color displayed in the fine-tune screen for white balance represents the approximate color in the
color temperature direction. When a color is set in the fine-tune screen, it may not be reproduced
exactly in the image. For example, when the white balance is set to Incandescent, the image will not
have a strong blue color even if fine adjustment is performed in the B (blue) direction.
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C
Color Temperature
The perceived color of a light source varies with the viewer and other conditions. Color temperature
is an objective measure of the color of a light source, defined with reference to the temperature to
which an object would have to be heated to radiate light in the same wavelengths. While light
sources with a color temperature in the neighborhood of 5000–5500K appear white, light sources
with a lower color temperature, such as incandescent light bulbs, appear slightly yellow or red. Light
sources with a higher color temperature appear tinged with blue. The camera white balance options
are adapted to the following color temperatures.
Red
Blue
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1
2
4000
3
5000 6000
4
9
7 Flash: 5400K
Incandescent/
2 Warm-white fluorescent: 3000K
8 Cloudy: 6000K
4 Cool-white fluorescent: 4200K
5 Day white fluorescent: 5000K
6 Direct sunlight: 5200K
10000 ［K］
0 a
1 Sodium-vapor lamps: 2700K
3 White fluorescent: 3700K
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567 8
8000
9 Daylight fluorescent: 6500K
0 High temp. mercury-vapor: 7200K
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Preset Manual
Use when you want to make pictures shot under unusual lighting conditions (such
as lamps with reddish light) look as though they were shot in normal light.
Use the procedure below to shoot after measuring the white balance value under
the shooting light.
• Up to three preset values can be saved: PRE1, PRE2 and PRE3.
1
2
Place a white or gray reference object under the lighting that will be
used during shooting.
• Items can also be chosen by rotating the command dial.
• The lens extends to the zoom position for
measurement.
• The Av/Tv button can also be used to proceed to the
next step.
3
Frame a white or gray reference object in the
reference object frame.
White balance
Preset manual 1
Measure
Fine-tune
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Display the white balance quick menu (A76),
choose PRE1, PRE2 or PRE3 with the rotary
multi selector, and press I.
White balance
Preset manual 1
Measure
Fine-tune
Reference object frame
4
Press the k button to measure the white balance value.
B
Note on Preset Manual
• The shutter is released and the new white-balance preset value is set (no picture is
recorded).
• The camera cannot measure a white balance value for when the flash fires. When shooting with
the flash, set White balance to Auto or Flash.
• When a wide-angle converter is mounted, preset manual cannot be used. Further, the preset value
cannot be measured.
C
Using the Previously Measured White Balance Value
Press the quick menu button or the shutter-release button in step 3. The most recently measured
value is set for white balance, without performing measurement again.
C
Performing Fine Adjustment for the Measured White Balance Value
After measuring, display the screen in step 3 again and press the I button to perform fine
adjustment for white balance (step 3 of A77).
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Changing the Frequently Used Settings for Shooting (A, B, C, D Modes)
d Continuous Shooting while Changing the Shutter
Speed, ISO Sensitivity and White Balance (Bracketing)
See “Setting the Bracketing” (A81) for more information.
Continuous shooting can be performed while changing the exposure (brightness)
automatically with the shutter speed (Tv) or ISO sensitivity (Sv), or multiple pictures
can be recorded while varying the white balance (WB). This is effective when
adjusting the brightness of an image is difficult, or when multiple light sources are
mixed together and it is difficult to decide the white balance.
k
Off (default setting)
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Bracketing is not performed.
e
Exposure bracketing (Tv)
Set the number of pictures to shoot continuously, the number of exposure
increments, and the bracketing range. When the shutter-release button is fully
pressed, pictures are shot continuously while the shutter speed is adjusted
automatically.
• “Tv” means “Time value.”
r
Exposure bracketing (Sv)
Set the number of pictures to shoot continuously, the number of ISO sensitivity
increments, and the bracketing range. When the shutter-release button is pressed
fully, pictures are shot continuously while changing the ISO sensitivity, with the
shutter speed and aperture value fixed.
• “Sv” means “Sensitivity value.”
s
White balance bracketing
Set the number of pictures to record, the number of color temperature
compensation increments, and the bracketing range. When the shutter-release
button is pressed fully, one picture is shot, and the set number of pictures is recorded
with the color temperature changed for each one.
When bracketing is enabled, the current setting is displayed during shooting (A6).
When Off is selected, an icon for the current setting is not displayed.
B
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Notes on Bracketing
• Exposure bracketing (Tv) and Exposure bracketing (Sv) are not available in D (manual)
mode.
• Exposure bracketing (Tv) is not available in B (Shutter-priority auto) mode.
• When exposure compensation (A43) and Exposure bracketing (Tv) are set simultaneously, the
combined exposure compensation is applied.
• In White balance bracketing, only compensation for the color temperature (horizontal direction
from A (amber) to B (blue)) is performed. Compensation in the vertical direction from G (green) to
M (magenta) is not performed.
• This feature cannot be used simultaneously with certain features. See “Functions that Cannot be
Applied Simultaneously” (A108) for more information.
Changing the Frequently Used Settings for Shooting (A, B, C, D Modes)
Setting the Bracketing
1
Rotate the quick menu dial to d and press
the quick menu button.
• The quick menu is displayed.
2
Choose the type of bracketing with the rotary
multi selector and press I.
3
Choose the number of pictures to shoot and
press I.
• 3 or 5 pictures can be chosen.
Auto bracketing
Number of shots
Increment
Range
Auto bracketing
Number of shots
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• Items can also be chosen by rotating the command dial.
• The Av/Tv button can also be used to proceed to the
next step.
Increment
Range
Reset
4
Choose the compensation step and press I.
• For Exposure bracketing (Tv) or Exposure
bracketing (Sv), choose 0.3, 0.7 or 1.
• For White balance bracketing, choose 1, 2 or 3.
Auto bracketing
Number of shots
Increment
Range
Reset
5
Choose the bracketing range and press the
quick menu button or the k button.
• The monitor display reverts to shooting mode.
• When the l button is pressed, the settings are reset and
the monitor returns to step 3.
Auto bracketing
Number of shots
Increment
Range
Reset
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Checking the Picture Brightness Distribution (A, B, C, D Modes)
“Tone level information” is displayed automatically each time the shutter is released so
that you can check the brightness distribution of the shot picture and the shooting
information.
You can check for loss of contrast detail in highlights and shadows from the histogram
that is displayed, or the blinking display for each tone level. These provide guidelines
when adjusting the picture brightness with functions such as exposure compensation.
• Tone level information can be used when A, B, C, D, E, F or N is chosen
for shooting mode. Choose the shooting mode with the mode dial (A44).
1
Rotate the quick menu dial to e and press
the quick menu button to turn on the quick
menu dial mark.
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• The tone level information icon blinks on the monitor.
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• The tone level information of the shot picture is displayed.
Check the brightness distribution and
shooting information.
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Tone level
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• Choose the tone level to check with H or I on
the rotary multi selector. The area of the picture
that corresponds to the chosen tone level blinks.
• See “Histogram and Shooting Information
Displays of Tone Level Information” (A83) for
more information.
• See “Operations in the Tone Level Information
Screen” (A83) for more information.
Histogram
➝
3
Dark
Shooting data
After completing your check, press the shutter-release button halfway.
• The monitor display reverts to shooting mode.
• To turn off the automatic display function of the tone level information, press the quick
menu button to turn off the quick menu dial mark, or rotate the quick menu dial to a
setting other than e.
Checking the Picture Brightness Distribution (A, B, C, D Modes)
C
Histogram and Shooting Information Displays of Tone Level Information
• The histogram is a graph that shows the brightness distribution in the picture. The horizontal axis
shows the number of pixels, and the vertical axis corresponds to pixel brightness.
• The shooting information displayed includes the shooting mode used (A, B, C or D), shutter
speed, aperture value, image quality, image size, ISO sensitivity, white balance, exposure
compensation, and COOLPIX picture control.
C
Displaying Tone Level Information in Playback Mode
The tone level information can also be displayed (A14) by pressing the x button in full-frame
playback mode.
Operations in the Tone Level Information Screen
The following operations can be performed for the tone level information.
Use
Description
Rotate the rotary multi selector or press H
or I.
Choose the tone level
A
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To
Press J or K to choose a picture to display. 12
Choose pictures
Rotate the command dial.
9
Playback zoom
g (i)
Enlarge the view of the picture currently
displayed on the monitor, up to about 10×.
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Press the k button to return to the fullframe playback mode.
Display menu
d
Display the playback menu.
123
Press the shutter-release button to enter
the shooting mode.
30
When the quick menu button is pressed or
the quick menu dial is rotated to a setting
other than e while shooting, the
automatic display function turns off.
–
Press the x button during playback to
switch the information displayed on the
monitor.
14
Switch to the shooting
mode
Exit the tone level
information
x
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Selecting the Focus Area (A, B, C, D Modes)
In shooting modes A, B, C, D, E, F, N and O (low noise night), you can
change how the camera selects the focus area for autofocus.
a
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w
x
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Face priority
The camera automatically detects and focuses on a
face (see “Shooting with Face Priority” (A86) for more
information). If the camera detects multiple faces, the
camera focuses on the face closest to the camera.
When subjects other than people are photographed,
or a subject with which no face can be detected is
framed, AF area mode is set to Auto. The camera
automatically selects one or more of the nine focus
areas containing the subject closest to the camera.
• When the monitor is turned off, the focus area is fixed
to the Center (normal).
Auto (default setting)
The camera automatically selects one or more of the
nine focus areas containing the subject closest to the
camera.
Press the shutter-release button halfway to activate
the focus area.
When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway,
the focus area selected by the camera is displayed on
the monitor (up to nine areas).
• When the monitor is turned off, the focus area is
fixed to the Center (normal).
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Manual
Choose manually the focus position from 99 areas in
the screen. This option is suited to situations in which
the intended subject is relatively still and not
positioned in the center of the frame.
Rotate the rotary multi selector or press H, I, J or K
to select one of 99 focus areas displayed on the
monitor’s focus-area selection screen, and shoot.
Focus area
To end focus-area selection and adjust the flash mode,
Selectable areas
focus mode and self-timer settings, press the k
button. To return to the focus-area selection screen,
press the k button again.
• At an Image size setting (A70) of H 2736×2736, 81 focus areas are available.
Selecting the Focus Area (A, B, C, D Modes)
y
Center (wide), Center (normal), Center (spot)
The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the
frame. The center focus area is displayed all the time.
Three sizes are available for the focus area.
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Focus area
s
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Subject tracking
Subject tracking begins once you select a subject to be
focused on, and the focus area will move and follow
the subject. See “Focusing on Moving Subjects for
Shooting (Subject Tracking)” (A88).
Using AF Area Mode
1
Press G (AF area mode) on the rotary multi
selector.
• The AF area mode menu is displayed.
2
Rotate the rotary multi selector to choose the
desired focus area and press the k button.
• When selecting y (center), press H or I to select
wide, normal or spot.
• If the k button is not pressed within a few seconds, the
selection is set and the setting menu disappears.
B
Face priority
Notes on AF Area Mode
• When the digital zoom is in effect, the camera focuses on the subject in the center focus area
regardless of the applied AF area mode option.
• In some rare cases of shooting subjects for which autofocus does not perform as expected (A29),
the subject may not be in focus.
• This feature cannot be used simultaneously with certain features. See “Functions that Cannot be
Applied Simultaneously” (A108) for more information.
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Selecting the Focus Area (A, B, C, D Modes)
Shooting with Face Priority
The camera automatically detects and focuses on a face.
The face priority function is enabled for the following situations.
• Face priority is selected for AF area mode (A84)
• When Scene auto selector (A46), Portrait (A48) or Night portrait (A49)
is selected in scene mode
• When a (Smile timer) is selected (A36)
1
Frame the picture.
• When the camera detects a face, the focus area
containing the face is displayed with a double yellow
border.
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• When the camera detects more than one face, depending upon the shooting mode,
the operation varies as follows.
Shooting mode
A, B, C, D, E, F, N
modes (Face priority)
Scene auto selector,
Portrait or Night portrait
scene modes
a (Smile timer)
2
Faces framed by a double
border
Number of faces to be
recognized
The face closest to the camera
* The other faces are framed by
a single border.
Up to 12
The face closest to the center
of the frame
* The other faces are framed by
a single border.
Up to 3
Press the shutter-release button halfway.
• The camera focuses on the face framed by the double
border. The double border lights in green and the focus
is locked.
• When the camera is unable to focus on a face, the
double border blinks. Press the shutter-release button
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halfway again and focus.
• Press the shutter-release button all the way down to shoot.
• If the shutter-release button is fully pressed down while a (Smile timer) is set, the
shutter releases automatically when the camera detects a smiling face (A36).
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Selecting the Focus Area (A, B, C, D Modes)
B
Notes on Face Priority
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• When Face priority is selected for AF area mode, the setting automatically switches to Auto if no
face is detected when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.
• If no face is recognized when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway in the Portrait or Night
portrait scene mode, the camera focuses on the subject in the center focus area.
• The camera may not detect faces in the following situations:
- When faces are partially hidden by sunglasses or other obstructions
- When faces take up too much or too little of the frame
• If the camera detects more than one face, the face that it focuses on depends on the shooting
conditions, such as whether or not the subject is facing the camera.
• In some rare cases of shooting subjects for which autofocus does not perform as expected (A29),
the subject may not be in focus despite the fact that the double border lights in green. If you
cannot focus, change the AF area mode setting to Manual, Center (wide), Center (normal) or
Center (spot), or try shooting with focus lock (A29) by switching the shooting mode to a mode
such as auto mode and refocusing on another subject at the same distance.
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Selecting the Focus Area (A, B, C, D Modes)
Focusing on Moving Subjects for Shooting (Subject Tracking)
To focus on moving subjects, set the autofocus area setting to s (subject tracking)
in shooting mode A, B, C, D, E, F, N or O (low noise night). Subject tracking
begins once you select a subject to be focused on, and the focus area will move and
follow the subject.
1
Press G (AF area mode) on the rotary multi
selector.
• The AF area mode menu is displayed.
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2
Rotate the rotary multi selector to choose s
(subject tracking) and press the k button.
• The camera enters subject tracking, and a white border
is displayed in the center of the frame.
• If the k button is not pressed within a few seconds, the
selection is set and the setting menu disappears.
3
Select a subject.
• Frame the subject in the center of the border, and press
the k button.
- The subject is registered.
- When the camera is unable to focus on the subject,
the border lights in red. Change the composition and
try again.
• Once the subject is registered, it is framed by a yellow
focus area display, and subject tracking begins.
• To change subjects, press the k button to cancel the
currently selected subject, then select a new subject.
• If the camera loses sight of the subject, the focus area
display disappears; register the subject again.
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Subject tracking
Start
Selecting the Focus Area (A, B, C, D Modes)
4
Press the shutter-release button to take the
picture.
• If the camera focuses on the focus area when the
shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the focus area
display turns green and the focus is locked.
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• If the camera is unable to focus, the focus area display
will blink. Press the shutter-release button halfway again
to focus.
• If the shutter-release button is pressed halfway while the focus area is not displayed,
the camera focuses at the center of the frame.
• Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to take the picture.
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Subject Tracking
• The digital zoom is not available.
• Set the zoom position, flash mode, focus mode, or menu before registering a subject. If any of these
are changed after a subject is registered, the subject will be canceled.
• During certain conditions, such as when the subject is moving quickly, when there is a large
amount of camera shake, or when there are multiple subjects that look alike, the camera may not
be able to register or track a subject, or the camera may track a different subject. Additionally, the
subject may not be tracked properly depending on factors such as the subject’s size and
brightness.
• In some rare cases of shooting subjects for which autofocus does not perform as expected (A29),
the subject may not be in focus despite the fact that the focus area lights in green. If you cannot
focus, change the AF area mode setting to Manual, Center (wide), Center (normal) or Center
(spot), or try shooting with focus lock (A29) by switching the shooting mode to a mode such as
auto mode and refocusing on another subject at the same distance.
• In subject tracking, the monitor is not turned off even when the x button is pressed (A14).
• This feature cannot be used simultaneously with certain features. See “Functions that Cannot be
Applied Simultaneously” (A108) for more information.
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Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)
While shooting in A, B, C, D, E, F and N (A112), the shooting menu
contains the following options.
Picture Control
A92
Change the settings for image recording according to the shooting scene or your
preferences.
Custom Picture Control
A96
Save adjusted COOLPIX Picture Controls as custom settings to be used for picture editing.
Metering
A98
Choose how the camera meters exposure.
Continuous
A99
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Change the settings for continuous shooting and BSS (Best Shot Selector).
Autofocus mode
Choose how the camera focuses.
A102
Flash exp. comp.
A102
Adjust the flash level.
A103
Set the strength of the noise reduction function that is normally performed when recording
a picture.
Noise reduction filter
Long exposure NR
A103
Reduce noise in pictures shot at slow shutter speeds.
Distortion control
A104
Choose whether to correct the peripheral distortion that occurs due to the intrinsic
characteristics of lenses.
Wide-angle converter
A104
Adjust the settings for the converter lenses (available separately).
Flash control
A105
Control the built-in flash.
Active D-Lighting
A106
Prevent loss of contrast details in highlights and shadows when shooting images.
A107
Set the focal length that is selected when the zoom control is operated while pressing the
w button.
Zoom memory
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Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)
Displaying the Shooting Menu
Choose A (Programmed auto), B (Shutter-priority auto), C (Aperture-priority auto),
D (Manual), or E, F or N (User settings) by rotating the mode dial.
Press the d button to display the shooting menu and use the rotary multi
selector to change to A, B, C or D tab (A14).
Shooting menu
Picture Control
Custom Picture Control
Metering
Continuous
Autofocus mode
Flash exp. comp.
Noise reduction filter
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• Use the rotary multi selector to select items and set functions on menus (A12).
• Press the d button to exit the shooting menu.
Functions that Cannot be Applied Simultaneously
Some functions cannot be enabled in conjunction with others (A108).
C
Navigating the Camera Menu
The command dial can also be used in place of the rotary multi selector.
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Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)
Picture Control (COOLPIX Picture Control)
Set to A, B, C or D M d M A, B, C, D (shooting menu) (A91) 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.
b
Standard (default setting)
Standard processing for balanced results. Recommended for most situations.
c
Neutral
Minimal processing for natural results. Choose for photographs that will later be
extensively processed or retouched.
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d
Vivid
Pictures are enhanced for a vivid, photoprint effect. Choose for photographs that
emphasize primary colors, such as blue, red, and green.
e
Monochrome
Take monochrome photographs in black-and-white or sepia.
f
Custom 1*
Change to the setting for Custom 1 in COOLPIX Custom Picture Control.
g
Custom 2*
Change to the setting for Custom 2 in COOLPIX Custom Picture Control.
* Only displayed when the setting customized in Custom Picture Control (A96) has been
registered.
The current COOLPIX Picture Control is shown in the shooting information display
(nothing is displayed when Standard is selected) (A6).
B
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COOLPIX Picture Control
• The COOLPIX Picture Control feature of the COOLPIX P7000 cannot be used with other makes of
cameras, Capture NX, Capture NX 2 and ViewNX 2 Picture Control feature.
• This feature cannot be used simultaneously with certain features. See “Functions that Cannot be
Applied Simultaneously” (A108) for more information.
Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)
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 adjusting of the
components individually.
1
Use the rotary multi selector to choose
COOLPIX Picture Control and press the k
button.
Picture Control
Standard
Neutral
Vivid
Monochrome
2
Press H or I to highlight the desired setting
(A94) and press J or K to choose a value.
• Press the k button to set the value.
• When COOLPIX Picture Controls are modified from the
default settings, an asterisk (*) is displayed after the
options in the Picture Control Setting menu.
• To change the values to the default setting, select
Reset and press the k button.
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Standard
Quick adjust
Image sharpening
Contrast
Saturation
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View grid
Reset
Back
View Grid of COOLPIX Picture Control
When the zoom control is rotated in the g (i) direction while the
screen in step 1 of the above procedure is displayed, the contrast and
saturation are displayed using a grid. The vertical axis indicates the
contrast level, and the horizontal axis indicates the saturation. Rotate
the zoom control in the g (i) direction again to return to the
previous screen.
The COOLPIX Picture Control grid displays the current and default
Standard
Back
settings in relation to the other COOLPIX Picture Controls.
• Rotate the rotary multi selector to change to other COOLPIX Picture Controls.
• Press the k button to display the COOLPIX Picture Control Setting screen (step 2 above).
• For Monochrome, the grid is displayed for contrast only.
• The grid is also displayed when adjusting Contrast or Saturation with manual adjustment.
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Quick adjust 1
Adjust the sharpness, contrast and saturation levels automatically. Five levels of
adjustment are available from -2 to +2.
Choose from options between -2 and +2 to reduce or emphasize the effect of the
selected COOLPIX Picture Control.
The default setting is 0.
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Choose how much outlines are sharpened during shooting. Choose A (auto) to
adjust sharpening automatically, or choose from seven levels of adjustment between
0 (no sharpening) and 6. The higher the number, the sharper the picture, and the
lower the number, the softer the picture.
The default setting is 3 for Standard or Monochrome, 2 for Neutral and 4 for
Vivid.
Contrast
Control the contrast. Choose A (auto) to adjust the contrast automatically according
to the type of scene, or choose from seven levels of adjustment between -3 and +3.
– makes it into an image with a softer appearance, and + gives it a harder
appearance. Choose lower values to prevent highlights in portrait subjects from
being “washed out” in direct sunlight, higher values to preserve detail in misty
landscapes and other low-contrast subjects.
The default setting is 0.
Saturation 2
Control the vividness of colors. Choose A (auto) to adjust saturation automatically
according to the type of scene, or seven levels of adjustment can be done by
choosing from values between -3 and +3.
Setting to the – side reduces the vividness, and setting to the + side increases the
vividness.
The default setting is 0.
Filter effects3
Simulate the effect of color filters on monochrome photographs. Choose from Off
(the default setting), Y (yellow), O (orange), R (red), and G (green).
Y, O, R:
Enhance contrast. Can be used to tone down the brightness of the sky in landscape
photographs. The contrast is strengthened in the order Y ➝ O ➝ R.
G:
Softens skin tones. Suitable for portraits.
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Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)
Toning3
Choose the tint used in monochrome photographs from B&W (black-and-white, the
default setting), Sepia, and Cyanotype (blue-tinted monochrome).
Pressing I on the rotary multi selector when Sepia or Cyanotype is selected
enables you to choose from seven levels of saturation. Press J or K to adjust the
saturation.
1
2
3
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.
Not displayed for Monochrome.
Only displayed for Monochrome.
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B
Note on Image Sharpening
The effects of Image sharpening cannot be previewed on the monitor during shooting. Check the
results in playback mode.
B
Note on Contrast
When Active D-Lighting (A106) is set to settings other than Off, the J mark is displayed for
Contrast and Contrast cannot be adjusted.
B
Contrast, Saturation and A (Auto)
• Results for contrast and saturation vary with the exposure, and the position and size of the subject
in the frame.
• The setting for the COOLPIX Picture Control which has A (auto) selected for either Contrast or
Saturation is displayed in green in the COOLPIX Picture Control grid.
C
Options that Can Be Adjusted in Custom 1 and Custom 2
The option of the original COOLPIX Picture Control can be adjusted if Custom 1 or Custom 2 is
selected.
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Custom Picture Control (COOLPIX Custom Picture Control)
Set to A, B, C or D M d M A, B, C, D (shooting menu) (A91) M Custom Picture Control
Customized picture editing options can be created and saved as Custom Picture
Controls.
Creating COOLPIX Custom Picture Controls
1
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2
Use the rotary multi selector to choose Edit
and save and press the k button.
Custom Picture Control
Choose the original COOLPIX Picture Control
to be edited, and press the k button.
Custom Picture Control
Edit and save
Delete
Standard
Neutral
Vivid
Monochrome
View grid
3
Press H or I to highlight the desired setting
and press J or K to choose a value.
• The options are the same as those for adjusting the
COOLPIX Picture Control.
• Press the k button to display the Save as screen.
• To change the values to the default setting, select
Reset and press the k button.
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Standard
Quick adjust
Image sharpening
Contrast
Saturation
Reset
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Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)
4
Choose the registration destination and press
the k button.
• The COOLPIX Custom Picture Control is registered.
• Custom 1 or Custom 2 can be selected from the
Picture Control and Custom Picture Control
selection screen after registration.
Save as
Custom 1
Custom 2
Deleting COOLPIX Custom Picture Controls
1
3
Custom Picture Control
Choose a COOLPIX Custom Picture Control to
delete, and press the k button.
Delete
Choose Yes and press the k button.
• The registration is deleted.
• To cancel deletion, choose No.
Edit and save
Delete
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2
Use the rotary multi selector to choose Delete
and press the k button.
Custom 1
Custom 2
Delete
Delete Custom 1?
Yes
No
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Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)
Metering
Set to A, B, C or D M d M A, B, C, D (shooting menu) (A91) M Metering
The process of measuring the brightness of the subject to determine the exposure
is known as “metering.”
Use this option to choose how the camera meters exposure.
G
Matrix (default setting)
The camera meters a wide range on the screen.
The camera sets the exposure for the entire frame. Recommended in most situations.
q
Center-weighted
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The camera meters the entire frame but assigns greatest weight to the subject in the
center of the frame. The classic meter for portraits; it preserves background details
while letting lighting conditions at the center of the frame determine exposure. Can
be used with focus lock (A29) to meter off-center subjects.
r
Spot
The camera meters the area shown by the circle in the center of the frame. This can
be used when the subject metering target is lighter or darker than the background.
Ensure that the subject is within the area shown by the circle when shooting. Can be
used with focus lock (A29) to meter off-center subjects.
s
Spot AF area
The camera meters the selected focus area to determine the exposure. Available only
when a setting other than Center (wide), Center (normal) or Center (spot) is
selected for AF area mode (A84).
B
Notes on Metering
• When the digital zoom is in effect, at magnifications of 1.2× to 1.8×, Metering is set to Centerweighted, and at magnifications of 2.0× to 4.0×, it is set to Spot. Note that when the digital zoom
is in effect, the metered area is not shown on the monitor.
• This feature cannot be used simultaneously with certain features. See “Functions that Cannot be
Applied Simultaneously” (A108) for more information.
C
Metering in Low Noise Night Mode
Metering can be set even in low noise night mode (A59). This setting is stored in the camera’s
memory independently and is not linked to Metering in shooting modes A, B, C and D.
D
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Metering Area
The active metering area is displayed when Center-weighted or Spot is selected for Metering
(A6).
Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)
Continuous
Set to A, B, C or D M d M A, B, C, D (shooting menu) (A91) M Continuous
Change the settings for continuous shooting and BSS (Best Shot Selector).
U Single (default setting)
One image is shot each time the shutter-release button is pressed.
V Continuous
While the shutter-release button is fully held down, up to 45 pictures are shot at a rate
of about 1.3 frames per second (fps) when Image quality is set to Normal and Image size
is set to M 3648×2736.
BSS is recommended for shooting under low lighting without the flash, with the camera
zoomed in, or in other situations in which camera shake is likely to blur pictures.
The camera takes up to ten images while the shutter-release button is fully held down. The
sharpest image (image with the most details) in the series is automatically selected and saved.
Y Continuous flash
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D BSS (Best Shot Selector)
While the shutter-release button is fully held down, continuous shooting is performed
using the built-in flash (approximately 3 frames continuously at a rate of about 1.2
frames per second when Image quality is set to Normal and Image size is set to
M 3648×2736).
The camera charges the built-in flash once continuous shooting ends. No shooting can
be performed until the charging ends. Because the ISO sensitivity is raised during
shooting, pictures may be affected by noise.
W Multi-shot 16
Each time the shutter-release button is fully pressed, the camera
shoots 16 pictures at a rate of about 30 frames per second and
arranges them in a single picture.
• The Image quality for recording is fixed to Normal and the
Image size is fixed to D (2560×1920 pixels).
• The digital zoom is not available.
X Intvl timer shooting
The camera shoots still pictures automatically at the specified interval (A100).
The continuous mode setting is displayed on the monitor during shooting (A6).
Nothing is displayed for Single.
99
Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)
B
Notes on Continuous Shooting
• Focus, exposure and white balance are fixed at the values for the first picture in each series.
• The frame rate may become slower depending on the image quality, image size, memory card type
or shooting conditions.
• When ISO sensitivity (A74) is set to 3200 or Hi 1, the frame rate becomes slower.
• This feature cannot be used simultaneously with certain features. See “Functions that Cannot be
Applied Simultaneously” (A108) for more information.
• For details about using the built-in flash and the Speedlight (external flash unit), see “Functions that
Cannot be Applied Simultaneously” (A111).
• Do not raise or lower the built-in flash during continuous shooting. Shooting stops if the built-in
flash is raised or lowered.
B
Note on Best Shot Selector
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BSS is suited for shooting stationary subjects. BSS may not produce the desired results if the subject
moves or the composition changes.
B
Note on Continuous Flash
The continuous flash cannot be used when the built-in flash is lowered. Raise the built-in flash when
using the continuous flash to shoot.
B
Note on Multi-shot 16
Smear (A198) visible in the monitor when shooting with Multi-shot 16 enabled will be recorded
with images. Avoiding bright objects such as the sun, reflections of the sun, and electric lights when
shooting with Multi-shot 16 enabled is recommended.
C
Continuous Shooting in Low Noise Night Mode
Continuous can be set to Single or Continuous even in low noise night mode (A59). This setting
is stored in the camera’s memory independently and is not linked to Continuous in shooting modes
A, B, C and D.
Interval Timer Shooting
Pictures are shot automatically at the specified intervals.
Choose from 30 s, 1 min, 5 min, or 10 min.
1
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Display the shooting menu (A91), use the
rotary multi selector to select X Intvl timer
shooting for the Continuous setting, and
then press the k button.
Continuous
Single
Continuous
BSS
Continuous flash
Multi-shot 16
Intvl timer shooting
Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)
2
Choose the interval between each shot and
press the k button.
• The maximum amount of frames that can be taken
during interval timer shooting differs according to the
interval taken between each shot.
- 30 s: 600 images
- 1 min: 300 images
- 5 min: 60 images
- 10 min: 30 images
3
Intvl timer shooting
30 s
1 min
5 min
10 min
Press the d button.
4
Press the shutter-release button all the way
down to shoot the first picture and start
interval timer shooting.
• The monitor is turned off and the power-on lamp blinks
between shots.
• The monitor reactivates automatically immediately
before the next picture is shot.
5
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• The camera returns to shooting mode.
1/250
F5.6
1342
Press the shutter-release button all the way down again to finish
shooting.
• Shooting finishes automatically if the internal memory or memory card becomes full,
or when the number of shot frames reaches the upper limit.
B
Notes on Interval Timer Shooting
• To prevent the camera from turning off unexpectedly during shooting, use a fully charged battery.
• To power the camera continuously for extended periods, use the AC Adapter EH-5a and the Power
Connector EP-5A (available separately). Do not, under any circumstances, use an AC Adapter other
than the EH-5a or a Power Connector other than the EP-5A. Failure to observe this precaution could
result in overheating or damage to the camera.
• Do not rotate the mode dial to a different setting while performing interval timer shooting.
D
More Information
See “File and Folder Names” (A203) for more information.
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Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)
Autofocus Mode
Set to A, B, C or D M d M A, B, C, D (shooting menu) (A91) M Autofocus mode
Choose how the camera focuses.
A
Single AF (default setting)
The camera focuses only when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.
B
Full-time AF
The camera focuses continuously until the shutter-release button is pressed down
halfway. Use with moving subjects. A sound will be heard while the camera focuses.
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C
Note on Autofocus Mode
This feature cannot be used simultaneously with certain features. See “Functions that Cannot be
Applied Simultaneously” (A108) for more information.
Flash Exp. Comp.
Set to A, B, C or D M d M A, B, C, D (shooting menu) (A91) M Flash exp. comp.
Flash compensation is used to adjust the flash output by ±2.0 EV in increments of
1/3 EV, changing the brightness of the main subject relative to the background.
-0.3 to -2.0
The flash output is reduced from –0.3 to –2.0 EV, in increments of 1/3 EV, to prevent
unwanted highlights or reflections.
0.0 (default setting)
The flash output is not adjusted.
+0.3 to +2.0
The flash output is increased from +0.3 to +2.0 EV, in increments of 1/3 EV, to make
the main subject of the frame appear brighter.
At settings other than 0.0, the icon for the current setting is displayed on the
monitor (A6).
C
Flash Exp. Comp. in Low Noise Night Mode
Flash exp. comp. can be set even in low noise night mode (A59). This setting is stored in the
camera’s memory independently and is not linked to Flash exp. comp. in shooting modes A, B, C
and D.
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Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)
Noise Reduction Filter
Set to A, B, C or D M d M A, B, C, D (shooting menu) (A91) M Noise reduction filter
Set the strength of the noise reduction function that is normally performed when
recording the picture.
• For noise at slow shutter speeds, set with Long exposure NR (A103).
M
Normal (default setting)
Perform noise reduction at the standard strength.
l
Low
Perform noise reduction at a level lower than the standard strength.
Long Exposure NR
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The setting for the noise reduction filter is shown by an icon displayed on the
monitor during shooting (A6). Nothing is displayed for Normal.
Set to A, B, C or D M d M A, B, C, D (shooting menu) (A91) M Long exposure NR
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. Reduce
noise at slow shutter speeds. Enabling long exposure NR increases the time needed
to record pictures after they are shot.
a Auto (default setting)
Noise reduction is performed at slow shutter speeds that are likely to result in
pictures affected by noise.
m
On
Noise reduction is applied to pictures shot at shutter speeds of 1/4 second or slower.
Switching this to On is recommended when shooting at slow shutter speeds.
When long exposure NR is performed, the j icon is displayed on the monitor
during shooting (A6).
C
Note on Long Exposure NR
This feature cannot be used simultaneously with certain features. See “Functions that Cannot be
Applied Simultaneously” (A108) for more information.
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Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)
Distortion Control
Set to A, B, C or D M d M A, B, C, D (shooting menu) (A91) M Distortion control
Choose whether to correct the peripheral distortion that occurs due to the intrinsic
characteristics of lenses. Enabling distortion control reduces the size of the frame,
as compared to when distortion control is not enabled.
On
Q
Distortion is corrected.
k
Off (default setting)
No distortion correction is performed.
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When distortion control is enabled, the current setting is displayed during shooting
(A6). When Off is selected, an icon for the current setting is not displayed.
C
Note on Distortion Control
This feature cannot be used simultaneously with certain features. See “Functions that Cannot be
Applied Simultaneously” (A108) for more information.
Wide-angle Converter
Set to A, B, C or D M d M A, B, C, D (shooting menu) (A91) M Wide-angle converter
Set when the Wide-angle Converter WC-E75A (0.75×) (available separately from
Nikon) is mounted.
The Adapter Ring UR-E22 (available separately from Nikon) is also required for
mounting.
X
On
Set when using the Wide-angle Converter WC-E75A. The angle of view when the
WC-E75A is mounted is equivalent to about 21 mm in 35mm [135] format (when
Distortion control is set to Off). The zoom lens is fixed to the wide-angle end.
The digital zoom is not available.
k
None (default setting)
Use when no converter lens is attached (be sure to remove the lens adapter ring and
attach the lens ring).
The setting for the wide-angle converter is shown by an icon displayed on the
monitor during shooting (A6). Nothing is displayed when the setting is None.
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Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)
B
Notes on the Wide-angle Converter for Shooting
• Set Wide-angle converter to On before shooting. Set Wide-angle converter to None when no
converter lens is attached.
• The built-in flash is changed to W (Off) when Wide-angle converter is set to On. Use flash units
(A202) (available separately from Nikon) to shoot with the flash.
• Using the flash units (available separately from Nikon) may darken the peripheral area of the
picture. Check the picture using the monitor after shooting. A wide panel is recommended when
shooting with the Speedlight SB-600 or SB-900.
• AF Assist illuminator cannot be used when Wide-angle converter is set to On.
• This feature cannot be used simultaneously with certain features. See “Functions that Cannot be
Applied Simultaneously” (A108) for more information.
C
Installing and Removing the Lens Ring
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• Before attaching the wide-angle converter,
remove the lens ring. Before installing or
removing the lens ring, be sure to turn off
the camera. While pressing the lens ring
release button, rotate the lens ring
clockwise and remove it.
• To attach the lens ring to the camera, align
Lens ring release button
the lens ring mounting index (white dot)
with the lens ring release button, and then
rotate the lens ring counterclockwise.
• When not using the wide-angle converter, be sure to attach the lens ring onto the camera.
• For more information on attaching the wide-angle converter, see the user’s manual provided with
the wide-angle converter.
Flash Control
Set to A, B, C or D M d M A, B, C, D (shooting menu) (A91) M Flash control
You can set the built-in flash to off even when you are not using a Speedlight
(external flash unit) (A202) mounted on the camera’s accessory shoe.
a Auto (default setting)
When a flash unit is mounted, the flash unit fires. When a flash unit is not used, the
built-in flash fires.
k
Built-in off
The built-in flash is disabled.
B
Note on Flash Control
This feature cannot be used simultaneously with certain features. See “Functions that Cannot be
Applied Simultaneously” (A108) for more information.
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Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)
Active D-Lighting
Set to A, B, C or D M d M A, B, C, D (shooting menu) (A91) M Active D-Lighting
“Active D-Lighting” preserves details in highlights and shadows, creating
photographs with natural contrast. The image taken reproduces the contrast effect
that is seen with the naked eye. 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.
a High, b Normal, c Low
Set the level of the Active D-Lighting effect that is applied during shooting.
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k
Off (default setting)
Active D-Lighting is not applied.
When Active D-Lighting is enabled, the current setting is displayed during shooting
(A6). When Off is selected, an icon for the current setting is not displayed.
B
Active D-Lighting
• Additional time is required to record images when shooting using Active D-Lighting.
• The exposure is reduced in comparison to shooting with Active D-Lighting set to Off. To ensure
that the gradation is appropriate, adjustments of the highlighted areas, shadow areas and midtones are made before recording.
• This feature cannot be used simultaneously with certain features. See “Functions that Cannot be
Applied Simultaneously” (A108) for more information.
B
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Active D-Lighting Versus D-Lighting
The Active D-Lighting option in the shooting menu adjusts exposure before shooting to optimize
the dynamic range. The D-Lighting (A136) option in the playback menu optimizes dynamic range
in images after shooting.
Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)
Zoom Memory
Set to A, B, C or D M d M A, B, C, D (shooting menu) (A91) M Zoom memory
B
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When the zoom control is operated while pressing the w button, the camera
changes in steps to the focal length (equivalent to 35mm [135] format of angle of
view) of the zoom lens that is set in advance in Zoom memory. The following
settings are available: 28 mm, 35 mm, 50 mm, 85 mm, 105 mm, 135 mm and
200 mm.
• Choose the focal length with the rotary multi selector, and then press the k
button to set the check box to on w or off.
• Multiple focal lengths can be chosen.
• The default setting is on w for all the check boxes.
• To finish the setting, press the rotary multi selector J.
Notes on Zoom Operation
• Operate the zoom control while pressing the w button to change the zoom position to focal
length for which the zoom memory is set to on (A11).
The changed focal length is the closest to that before the operation. To change the zoom position
to the next focal length level, release the zoom control and then operate it again.
• Release your finger from the w button when using the digital zoom.
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Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)
Functions that Cannot be Applied Simultaneously
The flash mode, the focus mode, the self-timer/smile timer/remote control, the
quick menu, the shooting menu and the specialized menu for E, F or N
cannot be used with other functions.
Restricted function
Flash mode
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Setting
Description
Focus mode
(A40)
When B (Infinity) is selected for shooting, the flash is
not available.
Continuous
(A99)
• When BSS or Multi-shot 16 is selected for
shooting, the flash is not available.
• When Continuous is selected for shooting, the
built-in flash is not available (A111).
• The built-in flash is fixed to X (Fill flash) when
Continuous flash is selected for shooting. The
Speedlight (external flash unit) cannot be used
(A111).
Auto bracketing
(A80)
The built-in flash is not available.
The flash is not available when On is set for shooting.
Wide-angle
converter (A104)
Flash control
(A105)
When Flash control is set to Built-in off, V (Auto with
red-eye reduction), S (Manual), Y (Slow sync) and Z
(Rear-curtain sync) flash modes cannot be selected.
Self-timer/Smile
timer/Remote
control
AF area mode
(A84)
When Subject tracking is selected for shooting, the
Self-timer/Smile timer/Remote control are not
available.
Focus mode
Continuous
(A99)
B (Infinity) cannot be used when Continuous flash
is set for shooting.
Smile timer
(A36)
When shooting with the Smile timer, the mode is
changed to A (autofocus).
AF area mode
(A84)
When Subject tracking is selected for shooting,
E (manual focus) is not available.
Image quality
Continuous
(A99)
When Multi-shot 16 is selected for shooting, Image
quality is fixed to Normal.
Image size
Image quality
(A68)
• Image size is fixed to M 3648×2736 when NRW
(RAW) is selected for Image quality.
• Image size for a JPEG image can be set when NRW
(RAW) + Fine, NRW (RAW) + Normal or NRW
(RAW) + Basic is selected. However, I
3648×2432, z 3584×2016 and H 2736×2736
cannot be selected.
Continuous
(A99)
Image size is fixed to D (2560×1920 pixels) when
Multi-shot 16 is selected for shooting.
Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)
Restricted function
Setting
Description
ISO sensitivity
Continuous
(A99)
When shooting in Multi-shot 16, ISO sensitivity is
set automatically according to the brightness when
shooting mode A, B or C is used. The setting for ISO
sensitivity is fixed at 400 for shooting mode D.
White balance
Picture Control
(A92)
White balance is fixed to Auto when Monochrome
is selected for shooting.
When On is selected for shooting, Preset manual is
Wide-angle
converter (A104) not available.
AF area mode
• 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.
Picture Control
(A92)
When Picture Control is set to Monochrome while
AF area mode is set to Subject tracking, the AF area
mode setting automatically changes to Auto.
Picture Control
Active D-Lighting When using Active D-Lighting for shooting,
Contrast in Manual adjustment cannot be adjusted.
(A106)
Metering
AF area mode
(A84)
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Focus mode
(A40)
• When AF area mode is set to Center (wide) ,
Center (normal) or Center (spot) while Metering
is set to Spot AF area, the Metering setting
automatically changes to Matrix.
• When AF area mode is set to Subject tracking
while Metering is set to Spot, the Metering
setting automatically changes to Matrix.
Active D-Lighting Metering is reset to Matrix when Active D-Lighting
is set to any mode other than Off.
(A106)
Continuous/Auto
bracketing
Continuous
(A99)/Auto
bracketing
(A80)
Continuous and Auto bracketing are not available
simultaneously.
Auto bracketing is reset to Off when Continuous is
set to any mode other than Single.
The setting for continuous is reset to Single when
Auto bracketing is set to any mode other than Off.
Self-timer (A35)/
Smile timer
(A36)/Remote
control (A38)
Continuous, BSS, Continuous flash, Multi-shot 16,
Intvl timer shooting or Auto bracketing and the
Self-timer/Remote control/Smile timer are not
available simultaneously.
Image quality
(A68)
BSS, Multi-shot 16 or White balance bracketing
cannot be used when Image quality is set to NRW
(RAW), NRW (RAW) + Fine, NRW (RAW) + Normal or
NRW (RAW) + Basic.
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Restricted function
Continuous/Auto
bracketing
Setting
Description
Picture Control
(A92)
White balance bracketing cannot be used when
Monochrome is selected for shooting.
Long exposure
NR (A103)
When On is selected for Long exposure NR, Multishot 16 is not available.
Distortion control When Distortion control is set to On, Multi-shot 16
and Intvl timer shooting are not available.
(A104)
Continuous flash cannot be used when On is set for
Wide-angle
converter (A104) shooting.
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Long exposure NR Continuous
(A99)
When Multi-shot 16 is selected for shooting, the Long
exposure NR is not available.
Distortion control Continuous
(A99)
Distortion control cannot be used when Multi-shot 16
or Intvl timer shooting is selected for shooting.
Active D-Lighting
ISO sensitivity
(A74)
When ISO sensitivity is set to 3200 or Hi 1, Active DLighting is not available. When 3200 or Hi 1 is selected,
Active D-Lighting is reset to Off.
Date imprint
Image quality
(A68)
Date imprint is not available when Image quality is
set to NRW (RAW), NRW (RAW) + Fine, NRW (RAW)
+ Normal or NRW (RAW) + Basic.
Continuous
(A99)
When Continuous, BSS or Continuous flash is
selected for shooting, date imprint is not available.
Auto bracketing
(A80)
Date imprint is not available.
Smile timer
(A36)
The virtual horizon is not displayed when shooting
with the smile timer.
AF area mode
(A84)
The virtual horizon and histogram are not displayed
when shooting with Subject tracking.
Photo info.
Blink warning
Digital zoom
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Blink warning does not take effect when using the
Smile timer
Smile timer, Continuous is set to a setting other than
(A36)/
Single, or auto bracketing is set.
Continuous
(A99)/Auto
bracketing (A80)
Tone level
information
(A82)
Blink warning does not take effect when the tone level
information is displayed automatically.
Smile timer
(A36)
The digital zoom cannot be used when shooting with
the Smile timer.
Focus mode
(A40)
The digital zoom cannot be used when E (manual
focus) is selected.
AF area mode
(A84)
The digital zoom cannot be used when shooting with
Subject tracking.
Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)
Restricted function
Digital zoom
Slow shutter
speed
Setting
Description
The digital zoom cannot be used when Image quality
is set to NRW (RAW), NRW (RAW) + Fine, NRW
(RAW) + Normal or NRW (RAW) + Basic.
Continuous
(A99)
The digital zoom cannot be used when Multi-shot 16
is selected for shooting.
ISO sensitivity
(A74)
• When the shooting mode is A, B or C, the slowest
shutter speed is restricted to four seconds when the
ISO sensitivity is High ISO sensitivity auto or
1600, 1/2 second when the ISO sensitivity is 3200,
and 1/8 second when the ISO sensitivity is Hi 1.
• When the shooting mode is D, the slowest shutter
speed is restricted to 15 seconds when the ISO
sensitivity is 800, four seconds when the ISO
sensitivity is 1600, 1/2 second when the ISO
sensitivity is 3200, and 1/8 second when the ISO
sensitivity is Hi 1.
Continuous
(A99)
• When Continuous, BSS or Continuous flash is
selected for shooting, the slowest shutter speed is
restricted to 1/2 second.
• When Multi-shot 16 is selected for shooting, the
slowest shutter speed is restricted to 1/30 second.
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Image quality
(A68)
Built-in flash, Speedlights (external flash unit)
The operation of the built-in flash and the Speedlight SB-400, SB-600 and SB-900 flash units
(available separately from Nikon) are restricted as shown below, depending on the
Continuous setting that is applied.
Continuous mode
Single
Continuous
BSS
Continuous flash
Multi-shot 16
Intvl timer shooting
Auto bracketing
Built-in flash
Available
Off
Off
Available
Off
Available
Off
Flash units*
Available
Available
Not available
Not available
Not available
Available
Available
When a flash unit (available separately from Nikon) is mounted on the camera’s accessory
shoe, the built-in flash is automatically set to W (Off).
* When shooting using Continuous or Auto bracketing with the flash mode set to V (Auto
with red-eye reduction) (A32, 34), only the pre-flash element of red-eye reduction is
performed.
B
More Information
See “Notes on Digital Zoom” (A178) for more information.
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E, F and N (User Setting Modes)
Up to three setting combinations that are frequently used for shooting (user
settings) can be saved in E, F and N. The saved settings can be immediately
retrieved for shooting simply by rotating the mode dial to E, F or N. This is
convenient when you want to shoot with these settings, or you only want to
slightly change the settings. Shooting is possible in A (Programmed auto), B
(Shutter-priority auto), C (Aperture-priority auto) and D (Manual). The following
settings can be saved in E, F or N.
Specialized Menu for E, F or N
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Shooting mode
(A60)1
Focal length (35mm equiv.)2
Photo info
(A173)3
Initial monitor display
(A14)4
Flash mode
(A32)
Focus mode
(A40)5
AF area mode
(A84)6
AF assist
(A177)3
Quick Menu
Image quality
(A68)
Image size
(A70)
White balance
(A76)7
Auto bracketing
(A80)
ISO sensitivity
(A74)
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Picture Control
(A92)
Metering
(A98)
Continuous
(A99)
Autofocus mode
(A102)
Flash exp. comp.
(A102)
Noise reduction filter
(A103)
Long exposure NR
(A103)
Distortion control
(A104)
Wide-angle converter
(A104)
Flash control
(A105)
Active D-Lighting
(A106)
Zoom memory
(A107)
1 Choose the standard shooting mode (default setting is A). The current flexible program (when set
to A), shutter speed (when set to B or D) or aperture value (when set to C or D) settings are also
saved.
2 Set the zoom position for when the mode dial is set. Choose 28 mm (default setting), 35 mm, 50
mm, 85 mm, 105 mm, 135 mm, 200 mm or Current zoom position.
3 This setting is not applied to the setup menu settings.
4 Set the information displayed on the monitor when the mode dial is set (default setting is Show
info).
5 The current focus distance is also saved when the focus mode is E (manual focus).
6 The current focus area position is saved when AF area mode is set to Manual.
7 The preset value for preset manual applies to the A, B, C, D, E, F and N shooting modes.
E, F and N (User Setting Modes)
Save the Settings in E, F or N
The frequently used settings for shooting can be changed and saved in E, F
and N.
1
Rotate the mode dial to E, F or N.
2
Change to a frequently used combination of shooting settings.
3
4
After changing the settings, choose Save user
settings in the specialized menu for E, F
or N, and press the k button.
Choose Yes and press the k button.
• The current settings are saved.
• Rotate the zoom control to g (i) to show the settings.
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• Press the d button to display the menu and switch between tabs with the rotary
multi selector (A13).
- E, F, N tabs: Display the specialized menus for E, F and N.
- A, B, C, D tabs: Display the shooting menus.
• Display the quick menu by pressing the quick menu button (A10, 67).
• Use the rotary multi selector to select and set menu options (A12).
User settings
Save user settings
Reset user settings
Shooting mode
Focal length (35mm equiv.)
Photo info
Initial monitor display
Flash mode
Save user settings
Save current settings?
Yes
No
Info
B
Clock battery
If the internal clock battery (A171) is exhausted, the settings saved in E, F or N will be reset.
Writing down any important setting is recommended.
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E, F and N (User Setting Modes)
Shooting in E, F or N (User Setting) Mode
Rotate the mode dial to E, F or N to retrieve the
settings saved in “Save the Settings in E, F or N”
(A113).
• Frame the subject and shoot with these settings, or
change the settings as required.
• The setting combinations that are retrieved when the
mode dial is rotated to E, F or N can be changed as many times as you
want in Save user settings.
Resetting Saved Settings
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The settings that are saved for E, F and N can be reset.
1
Rotate the mode dial to E, F or N.
• Set the user setting mode to reset.
2
3
In the specialized menu screen for E, F or
N, choose Reset user settings and press the
k button.
Choose Yes and press the k button.
• The saved settings are reset.
User settings
Save user settings
Reset user settings
Shooting mode
Focal length (35mm equiv.)
Photo info
Initial monitor display
Flash mode
Reset user settings
User settings U1 will be reset to
default values. OK?
Yes
No
C
Resetting for E, F and N
The settings that are saved in the user settings are reset as follows:
• Specialized menus for E, F and N: Shooting mode: A Programmed auto, Focal length:
28 mm, Photo info: information hidden, Initial monitor display: Show info, Flash mode:
U Auto, Focus: A Autofocus, AF area mode: w Auto, AF assist: Auto
• Shooting menu, quick menu: Same as the default setting for each item
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Operations in Full-Frame Playback
In shooting mode, press the c (playback) button to
enter playback mode and play back the images that
have been shot (A30). The following operations can
be performed in full-frame playback mode.
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To
Use
Choose pictures
f (h)
Rotate the zoom control towards the f (h) in
full-frame playback mode to return to the list by 119
date screen.
Playback zoom
g (i)
Switch between
displays
x
Record/play voice
memos
Play back movies
Delete pictures
Display menu
Choose a picture on a
specified date
k
l
d
g (C)
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Thumbnail display/
Calendar display
(except for list by date
mode)
Choose the date of
recording again for
playback (list by date
mode)
Description
A
Press H, I, J or K to choose a picture to
display.
Press and hold H, I, J or K to fast
12
forward pictures.
Pictures can also be chosen by rotating the
rotary multi selector or the command dial.
Display images by 4, 9 or 16 picture thumbnails.
Rotate the zoom control towards the
116,
f (h) in the 16-picture thumbnail display 117
to change to the calendar display.
Enlarge the view of the picture currently
displayed on the monitor, up to about 10×.
118
Press the k button to return to the fullframe playback mode.
Hide or show the shooting information, photo
information and tone level information on the
monitor.
14,
82
Record or play back voice memos up to
20 seconds in length.
Play back the displayed movies.
Delete the displayed pictures.
Display the playback menu.
151
31
123
Switch to list by date mode.
119
Press the c button or shutter-release
button to enter the shooting mode.
30
132
c
Switch to shooting
mode
C
Changing the Orientation (Vertical and Horizontal Positioning) of Pictures
Change using Rotate image (A130) in the playback menu after shooting (A122).
115
Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback
Rotate the zoom control to f (h) in full-frame
playback mode (A30, 115) to display pictures as
thumbnail images in thumbnail playback mode (except
for list by date mode).
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The following operations can be performed in
thumbnail playback mode.
To
Use
Description
A
Rotate the rotary multi selector, or press H, I,
12
J, or K.
Choose pictures
Rotate the command dial.
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Increase the number
of thumbnails
displayed/Calendar
display
f (h)
9
Rotate the zoom control towards the f (h)
direction to increase the number of
thumbnails from 4 ➝ 9 ➝16 ➝ Calendar
display.
In calendar display, the images can be
selected according to date by moving the
cursor (A117).
Rotate towards the g (i) direction to return to thumbnail display.
Rotate the zoom control towards the g (i)
direction to decrease the number of
thumbnails from 16 ➝ 9 ➝ 4.
Rotate towards g (i) again during 4
thumbnails display to return to full-frame
playback.
Decrease number of
picture thumbnails
displayed
g (i)
Return to full-frame
playback
k
Press the k button.
30,
115
Delete pictures
l
Delete the selected picture.
31
Press the c button or shutter-release button
to enter the shooting mode.
30
c
Switch to the
shooting mode
116
Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback
C
Icons on the Thumbnails
Protect icon
Print-set icon
When pictures with Print set (A123) and
Protect (A129) settings are selected, the
icons shown on the right appear.
Movies are displayed as film frames.
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Film frames
Calendar Display
2010 11
7
14
21
28
1
8
15
22
29
2
9
16
23
30
3
10
17
24
4
11
18
25
5
12
19
26
6
13
20
27
3
The following operations can be performed in calendar
display mode.
To
Use
B
A
Rotate the rotary multi selector, or press H, I,
12
J, or K.
Select date
Return to full-frame
playback
Return to picture list
display
Description
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Rotate the zoom control towards f (h) during
playback mode when 16 thumbnails are displayed
(A116) to change to calendar display.
Move the cursor and choose images by selecting a date.
Dates for which pictures exist are underlined in yellow.
k
g (i)
Rotate the command dial.
9
Change to full-frame playback for displaying
the first picture for that date.
30,
115
Rotate the zoom control to g (i).
-
Notes on Calendar display
• Images taken without the date set are treated as images taken on “January 1, 2010.”
• d and l buttons are disabled while the Calendar is displayed.
D
List by Date Mode
Only the pictures taken on the same date can be played back in list by date mode (A119). The list
by date options (A121) are also available only for the pictures taken on the selected dates.
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Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom
Rotate the zoom control to g (i) in full-frame playback
mode (A30) to zoom in on the current picture,
enlarging and displaying the center of the picture.
• 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
g (i)
f (h)
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Crop picture
Description
A
Rotate the zoom control to g (i). The zoom
increases up to about 10×. Zoom also increases by rotating the command dial to the right.
Rotate the zoom control to f (h). When the
magnification ratio reaches 1×, the display
returns to full-frame playback mode.
Zoom also decreases by rotating the
command dial to the left.
-
Press the rotary multi selector H, I, J or K to
move the display area to other areas of the
12
picture.
Move the display
area
Return to full-frame
playback
3.0
k
d
Press the k button.
30,
115
Press to save the visible portion only as a
separate file.
145
Press the c button or shutter-release button
to enter the shooting mode.
30
c
Switch to the
shooting mode
Pictures Taken Using the Face Priority Function
When the zoom control is rotated to g (i) during fullframe playback mode for pictures taken in Face Priority
(A86), the picture is enlarged with the face that was
detected during shooting at the center (excluding pictures
that were shot using Continuous (A99) or Auto
2.0
bracketing (A80)).
• If more than one face was detected, the picture is enlarged with the face that was
focused on at the center of the monitor. Press the rotary multi selector H, I, J, or
K to display other faces that were detected.
• When the zoom control is further rotated in the g (i) or f (h) direction, the
zoom ratio changes and becomes a normal playback zoom display.
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Viewing Pictures by Date (List by Date)
In list by date mode, pictures taken on the same date can be played back.
• In full-frame playback, zooming of images, editing, and movie playback can be
performed in the same way as in the normal playback mode. Recording and
playback of voice memos can also be performed.
• When the d button is pressed and the list by date menu (A121) is displayed,
all pictures shot on a specified date can be selected for deletion at the same time,
or slide show, print set or protection can be performed only for the pictures shot
on a specified date.
Selecting a Date in List by Date Mode
1
Press the AE-L/AF-L (C) button during
playback.
• The list by date screen is displayed.
Use the rotary multi selector to select the
desired date.
• The camera lists up to 29 dates. If pictures exist for more
than 29 dates, all pictures recorded earlier than the
most recent 29 dates are listed together as Others.
• For the detailed operations in the list by date screen, see
“Operations in List by Date Mode” (A120).
• Press the k button to display the first picture for that
date in full-frame playback.
• Rotate the zoom control to f (h) in full-frame
playback mode or when displaying the shooting
information to return to the list by date screen.
• Press the AE-L/AF-L button to return to the normal
playback mode.
B
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2
List by date
26/11/2010
4
20/11/2010
11
18/11/2010
8
15/11/2010
4
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Notes on List by Date Mode
• Only the most recent 9,000 pictures can be displayed in list by date mode. If a date includes the
9,001st picture, an asterisk (*) is displayed next to the number of pictures for that date.
• Pictures shot when the date was not set are handled as “January 1, 2010.”
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Viewing Pictures by Date (List by Date)
Operations in List by Date Mode
The following operations are possible from the list by date screen (Step 2 of A119).
To
Use
Description
A
More on Playback
Select date
Rotate the rotary multi selector, or press H or
I.
The date can also be selected by rotating the
command dial.
12
Switch to full-frame
playback
k
Display the picture shot on the selected date
in full-frame playback mode.
Rotate the zoom control to f (h) in fullframe playback to return to the list by date
screen.
30
Delete Pictures
l
Delete all pictures of the chosen date. Choose
31
Yes on the deletion confirmation screen.
View list by date
menu
d
Switch to the normal
playback mode
g (C)
Display the list by date menu.
121
Switch to the normal playback mode.
115
c
Switch to the
shooting mode
120
Press the c button or shutter-release button
30
to enter the shooting mode.
Viewing Pictures by Date (List by Date)
List by Date Menus
In list by date mode, press the d button to enable the following operations for
only the pictures shot on the specified date.
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Quick retouch*
➝A135
D-Lighting*
➝A136
Print set
➝A123
Slide show
➝A126
Delete
➝A127
Protect
➝A129
Rotate image*
➝A130
Hide image
➝A130
Small picture*
➝A137
Black border*
➝A138
Skin softening*
➝A139
Straighten*
➝A141
Miniature effect*
➝A142
NRW (RAW) processing* ➝A143
* During full-frame playback only
When the d button is pressed in the list by date screen (A119), options can be
applied to all pictures shot on the same date, or all pictures shot on the same date
can be deleted.
To apply options to individual pictures, or to select individual pictures for deletion,
display a full-frame picture and press the d button.
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Playback Options: Playback Menu
The following options are available in playback menu.
k
Quick retouch
A135
Easily create retouched images in which contrast and saturation have been enhanced.
I
D-Lighting
A136
Enhance brightness and contrast in dark portions of pictures.
a
Print set
A123
Select pictures to print and the number of copies for each.
b
Slide show
A126
View pictures stored in the internal memory or on a memory card in an automatic slide show.
c
Delete
A127
Delete a picture. Multiple pictures can be deleted.
d
Protect
A129
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Protect selected pictures from accidental deletion.
f
Rotate image
A130
Change the orientation of an existing picture.
i
Hide image
A130
Hide the selected pictures so that they cannot be played back on the camera screen.
g
Small picture
A137
Create a small copy of the picture taken.
h
Copy
A131
Copy files between the memory card and internal memory.
j
Black border
A138
Create a new picture surrounded by a black border.
e
Skin softening
A139
Make the subject’s skin appear smoother.
R
Straighten
A141
Compensate for the slanting of shot pictures.
S
Miniature effect
A142
Create a copy that appears to be a photo of a diorama.
F NRW (RAW) processing
Create JPEG images by RAW processing NRW (RAW) images.
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A143
Playback Options: Playback Menu
Displaying the Playback Menu
Press the d button to display the menu, use the rotary multi selector to change
to the c tab and display the playback menu (A13).
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Playback menu
Quick retouch
D-Lighting
Print set
Slide show
Delete
Protect
Rotate image
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• Use the rotary multi selector to select items and set functions on menus (A12).
• To exit the playback menu, press the d button.
Press the d button M c (Playback menu) (A123) M a Print set
If you choose to use one of the following methods to print pictures that are
recorded on a memory card, the pictures to print and the number of copies can be
set in advance on the memory card.
• Printing with a DPOF-compatible (A220) printer that is equipped with a card
slot.
• Ordering the prints from a digital photo lab that has a DPOF service.
• Printing by connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible (A220) printer
(A161). (When the memory card is removed from the camera, the print settings
can also be performed for the pictures recorded on the internal memory.)
1
Choose Select images and press the k
button.
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a Print Set: Setting the Pictures and Number of Copies to Print
Print set
Select images
Delete print set
123
Playback Options: Playback Menu
2
Choose the pictures (up to a maximum of 99)
and number of copies (up to nine per picture).
Print selection
1
1
3
• Rotate the rotary multi selector or press J or K to
choose the pictures, and press H or I to set the
number of copies for each.
• Pictures can also be chosen by rotating the command dial.
Back
• Pictures selected for printing can be recognized by the
check mark icon and the numeral indicating the
number of copies to be printed. A check mark is not displayed with pictures for which
no copies have been specified and these pictures are not printed.
• Rotate the zoom control to g (i) to switch to full-frame playback, or f (h) to switch
to 12 thumbnails display.
• Press the k button when setting is complete.
3
Choose whether or not to also print shooting
date and photo information.
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• Choose Date and press the k button to print the
shooting date on all pictures in the print order.
• Choose Info and press the k button to print shooting
information (shutter speed and aperture value) on all
pictures in the print order.
• Choose Done and press the k button to complete the
print order.
Pictures selected for printing are recognized by the w
icon displayed with playback.
Print set
Done
Date
Info
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Deleting All Print Orders
In step 1 of the print set procedure (A123), choose Delete print set and press the k button to
delete the print orders for all pictures.
D
More Information
See “Printing Images of Size 1:1” (A72) for more information.
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Playback Options: Playback Menu
B
Notes on Print Set
• When setting a print order in list by date mode and pictures other
than those on the chosen date are already set for printing, the
screen shown on the right is displayed.
- Select Yes to add pictures taken on the selected shooting date,
to the existing print order.
- Select No to remove print marking from previously marked
pictures and restrict the print order to pictures taken on the
selected shooting date.
If the total number of the pictures in a print order exceeds 99, the
screen shown on the right is displayed.
- Select Yes to remove pictures previously added from the print
order and restrict the print order to pictures just marked.
- Select Cancel to remove the pictures just added from the print
order and restrict the print order to pictures previously marked.
Print set
Save print marking for other
dates?
Yes
No
Print set
Too many images selected.
Remove print marking for
other dates?
Yes
Cancel
B
Notes on Printing Shooting Date and Photo Information
When the Date and Info options are enabled in the Print set menu, shooting date and photo
information are printed on pictures when a DPOF-compatible (A220) printer which supports
printing of shooting date and photo information is used.
• Photo information cannot be printed when the camera is connected directly to a printer, via the
supplied USB cable, for DPOF printing (A166).
• Date and Info are reset each time the Print set menu is displayed.
• The date and time printed on the picture is the date and time
recorded on the camera when the picture was taken. The date and
time printed using this option are not affected if the camera’s Date
setting is changed from the setup menu after the pictures are
taken.
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• NRW (RAW) pictures cannot be set for printing. Create a JPEG picture using NRW (RAW)
processing (A143), and then set the JPEG picture for printing.
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Date imprint
The shooting date and time can be imprinted in pictures at the time of shooting by using Date
imprint (A174) in the setup menu. This information can be printed even from printers that do not
support printing of the date and time. Only the date and time of Date imprint on the pictures are
printed, even if Print set is enabled with the date selected in the print set screen.
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Playback Options: Playback Menu
b Slide Show
Press the d button M c (Playback menu) (A123) M b Slide show
View pictures stored in the internal memory or on a memory card in an automatic
slide show.
1
Use the rotary multi selector to choose Start
and press the k button.
Slide show
Pause
• To change the interval between pictures, choose
Frame intvl, select the desired interval time, and press
Start
the k button before choosing Start.
Frame intvl
Loop
• To repeat the slide show automatically, enable Loop
and press the k button before choosing Start. The
check mark (w) is added to the loop option when enabled.
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2
3s
The slide show begins.
• Press the rotary multi selector K to display the next
picture, or J to display the previous picture. Press and
hold K to fast forward, or J to rewind.
• To exit partway or pause, press the k button.
3
Choose End or Restart.
• When exiting or pausing the slide show, the screen
shown on the right is displayed. Choose End and press
the k button to return to the playback menu. Choose
Restart to play the slide show again.
Pause
Restart
End
Frame intvl
B
Notes on Slide Shows
• Only the first frame of movies (A151) included in slide shows is displayed.
• Slide shows play for a maximum of 30 minutes, even when Loop is selected (A181).
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Playback Options: Playback Menu
c Delete: Deleting Multiple Pictures
Press the d button M c (Playback menu) (A123) M c Delete
Delete a picture. Multiple pictures can also be deleted.
Erase selected images
In the picture selection screen, choose the pictures for deletion. See “Selecting
Pictures” (A128) for more information.
• When images saved with an Image quality (A68) setting of NRW (RAW) +
Fine, NRW (RAW) + Normal or NRW (RAW) + Basic are chosen, the NRW (RAW)
and JPEG images are deleted at the same time.
Erase all images
Delete all pictures.
Erase selected NRW images
Erase selected JPEG images
Only JPEG pictures are displayed in the picture selection screen. Select and delete
pictures.
• For pictures where NRW (RAW) and JPEG images are recorded at the same time,
only the JPEG image is deleted.
B
More on Playback
Only NRW (RAW) pictures are displayed in the picture selection screen. Select and
delete pictures.
• For pictures where NRW (RAW) and JPEG images are recorded at the same time,
only the NRW (RAW) image is deleted.
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 (A129).
• I is displayed in the picture selection screen for pictures where NRW (RAW) and JPEG images
are recorded at the same time.
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Playback Options: Playback Menu
Selecting Pictures
The picture selection screen, as shown on the right, is
displayed in the following menus.
Only one picture can be selected for some menu items,
while for other menu items, multiple pictures can be
selected.
Erase selected images
Back
Functions for which only one picture can be
selected
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• Playback menu:
Quick retouch* (A135) ,
D-Lighting* (A136) ,
Rotate image (A130),
Small picture* (A137),
Black border* (A138),
Skin softening* (A139),
Straighten* (A141),
Miniature effect* (A142),
NRW (RAW) processing (A143)
• Setup menu:
Select an image in Welcome screen
(A169)
Functions for which multiple pictures can
be selected
• Playback menu:
Select images in Print set (A123),
Erase selected images in Delete (A127),
Protect (A129),
Hide image (A130),
Selected images in Copy (A131)
* These menus are displayed if menu items are selected when the playback menu has been
displayed from a mode other than playback mode (A13).
Follow the procedure described below to select pictures.
1
Rotate the rotary multi selector, or press J or
K to choose the desired picture.
• Pictures can also be chosen by rotating the command
dial.
• Rotate the zoom control to g (i) to switch to full-frame
playback, or f (h) to switch to 12 thumbnails display.
• For functions for which only one picture is selected,
proceed to step 3.
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Erase selected images
Back
Playback Options: Playback Menu
2
Press H or I to select ON or OFF (or the
number of copies).
Erase selected images
• When ON is selected, a check mark is displayed in the
current picture. To set multiple pictures, repeat steps 1
and 2.
Back
3
Press the k button to apply the picture selection.
• With selections such as Erase selected images, the confirmation dialog is displayed.
Follow the instructions on the screen.
d Protect
Protect selected pictures from accidental deletion.
In the picture selection screen, choose a picture and set or cancel protection. See
“Selecting Pictures” (A128) for more information.
Note, however, that formatting the camera’s internal memory or the memory card
permanently erases the protected files (A182).
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Press the d button M c (Playback menu) (A123) M d Protect
Protected pictures are recognized by the s icon in playback mode (A8, 117).
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Playback Options: Playback Menu
f Rotate Image
Press the d button M c (Playback menu) (A123) M f Rotate image
Change the orientation of pictures played back in the camera’s monitor after
shooting. Still pictures can be rotated 90° clockwise or counterclockwise.
Pictures that were recorded in the “tall” (portrait) orientation can be rotated up to
180° in either direction.
Select a picture in the picture selection screen (A128) to display the rotate image
screen. Rotate the rotary multi selector, or press J or K to rotate the picture 90°.
Rotate image
Rotate image
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Back
Rotate
Back
Rotate image
Rotate
Back
Rotate 90°
counterclockwise
Rotate
Rotate 90°
clockwise
Press the k button to set the orientation displayed and save the orientation data
with the picture.
i Hide Image
Press the d button M c (Playback menu) (A123) M i Hide image
Hide pictures so that they cannot be played back on the camera screen.
In the picture selection screen, choose the pictures and set or cancel the hide
setting. See “Selecting Pictures” (A128) for more information.
Hidden pictures cannot be deleted using the Delete option. Note, however, that
formatting the internal memory or memory card (A182) permanently erases the
hidden pictures.
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Playback Options: Playback Menu
h Copy: Copying Between the Internal Memory and Memory Card
Press the d button M c (Playback menu) (A123) M h Copy
Copy pictures between the internal memory and a memory card.
1
Use the rotary multi selector to select an
option from the copy screen and press the k
button.
Copy
• q: Copy pictures from the internal memory to
the memory card.
• r: Copy pictures from the memory card to the
internal memory.
Select a copy option and press the k button.
• Selected images: In the picture selection screen
(A128), choose the pictures for
copying.
• All images: Copy all pictures.
B
Camera to card
Selected images
All images
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2
Notes on Copying Pictures
• JPEG-, NRW-, MOV-, and WAV-format files can be copied. Files recorded in any other format cannot
be copied.
• If voice memos (A132) are attached to pictures selected for copying, voice memos are copied
with the pictures.
• When images saved with an Image quality (A68) setting of NRW (RAW) + Fine, NRW (RAW)
+ Normal or NRW (RAW) + Basic are chosen, the NRW (RAW) and JPEG images are copied at the
same time.
• Pictures recorded with another make or model of camera or that have been modified on a
computer cannot be copied.
• When pictures with Print set (A123) settings are copied, the print set settings are not copied.
When pictures with Protect (A129) settings are copied, the copied pictures are also protected.
• Pictures with Hide image (A130) settings cannot be copied.
C
Message: “Memory contains no images.”
If there are no pictures stored on the memory card when playback mode is selected, the message,
Memory contains no images., is displayed. Press the d button to display the copy option screen,
and copy the pictures stored in the camera’s internal memory to the memory card.
D
More Information
See “File and Folder Names” (A203) for more information.
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Voice Memos: Recording and Playback
Use the built-in or external microphone to record voice
memos for pictures marked with n in full-frame
playback mode (A30).
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Recording Voice Memos
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A voice memo, up to 20 seconds in length, is
recorded while the k button is pressed
down.
• Do not touch the microphone during
recording.
• During recording, o and p blink on the
monitor.
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Playing Voice Memos
Pictures with recorded voice memos can be
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recognized by the q icon in the fullframe playback mode. Display a recorded
picture in the full-frame playback mode, and
press the k button.
• Use the zoom control g or f during
playback to adjust the volume.
• Press the k button again during playback to end the playback.
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Deleting Voice Memos
Choose a picture with a voice memo and press the
l button. Use the rotary multi selector to choose w
and press the k button. Only the voice memo is
deleted.
Erase 1 image?
Yes
No
B
Notes on Voice Memos
• When a picture with a voice memo attached is deleted, both the picture and its voice memo are
deleted.
• Voice memos cannot be recorded for a picture that already has a voice memo attached. The
current voice memo must be deleted before a new voice memo can be recorded.
• Voice memos cannot be attached to pictures shot with cameras other than the COOLPIX P7000.
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See “File and Folder Names” (A203) for more information.
Editing Pictures
Picture Editing Functions
Images can be easily edited with this camera using the functions below. Edited
images are stored as separate files (A203).
Editing function
Application
Quick retouch (A135)
Easily create a copy with enhanced contrast and richer colors.
D-Lighting (A136)
Create a copy of the current picture with enhanced brightness
and contrast, brightening dark portions of the picture.
Small picture (A137)
Create a small copy of pictures suitable for uses such as e-mail
attachments.
Black border (A138)
Add a black frame around the picture. Use when you want to
add a black border to a picture.
Skin softening (A139)
Make the subject’s skin appear smoother.
Straighten (A141)
Compensate for the slanting.
Miniature effect (A142) Create a copy that appears to be a photo of a diorama.
Create JPEG-format copies by performing RAW processing
within the camera for NRW (RAW) images without having to use
a computer.
Crop (A145)
Crop picture. Enlarge the image or refine the composition and
create a copy containing only the portion visible on the monitor.
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Editing Pictures
NRW (RAW) processing
(A143)
Notes on Picture Editing
• Pictures shot with an Image size (A70) of I 3648×2432, z 3584×2016, and H 2736×2736
can only be modified using the Black border editing function.
• When no faces can be detected in the picture, skin softening cannot be applied (A139).
• Editing other than NRW (RAW) processing cannot be performed on NRW (RAW) images. Edit a JPEG
picture created with NRW (RAW) processing.
• The COOLPIX P7000’s editing functions are not available for pictures shot with digital cameras
other than the COOLPIX P7000.
• If a copy created using the COOLPIX P7000 is viewed on a different digital camera, it may not be
possible to display the picture properly or transfer it to a computer.
• Editing functions are not available when there is not enough free space in the internal memory or
on the memory card.
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Picture Editing Functions
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Restrictions on Picture Editing
The following limitations apply when editing pictures that were created by editing.
Copies Created By:
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Can Be Edited By:
Quick retouch
D-Lighting
Skin softening, Small picture, or crop can be used. Quick retouch
and D-Lighting cannot be used together.
Small picture
Straighten
Miniature effect
Crop
No additional editing functions can be used.
Skin softening
Quick retouch, D-Lighting, Small picture or crop can be used.
Black border
No additional editing functions can be used. A black border
cannot be added to a picture created with a different editing
function.
NRW (RAW) processing
Additional editing functions can be used.
• Copies created by editing cannot be edited again using the same edit function.
• To use an editing function together with small picture or crop, use the other edit function first, and
use small picture or crop as the last edit function performed on that picture.
• Pictures that were taken using skin softening can be edited using skin softening.
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Original Pictures and Edited Copies
• Copies created with editing functions are not deleted if the original pictures are deleted. The
original pictures are not deleted if copies created with editing functions are deleted.
• Edited copies are stored with the same recording date and time as the original.
• Even if the pictures that are marked for Print set (A123) or Protect (A129) are used for editing,
these settings are not reflected on the edited copies.
Editing Pictures
k Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and Saturation
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 (A116) playback mode
and press the d button.
• Switch to the c tab when the playback menu is not
displayed (A14).
2
Use the rotary multi selector to choose
k Quick retouch and press the k button.
• The original version is shown on the left and the edited
version is shown on the right.
Press H or I to choose the setting level, and
press the k button.
Quick retouch
D-Lighting
Print set
Slide show
Delete
Protect
Rotate image
Editing Pictures
3
Playback menu
Quick retouch
• A retouched copy is created.
• To cancel, press the d button.
Normal
Amount
• Quick retouched copies can be recognized by the s
icon displayed during playback.
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Editing Pictures
I D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and Contrast
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 (A116) playback mode
and press the d button.
• Switch to the c tab when the playback menu is not
displayed (A14).
2
Use the rotary multi selector to choose I DLighting and press the k button.
• The original version is shown on the left and the edited
version is shown on the right.
Editing Pictures
3
Press H or I to choose the setting level, and
press the k button.
Playback menu
Quick retouch
D-Lighting
Print set
Slide show
Delete
Protect
Rotate image
D-Lighting
• A new, edited copy is created.
• To cancel, press the d button.
Normal
Amount
• D-Lighting copies can be recognized by the c icon
displayed during playback.
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More Information
See “File and Folder Names” (A203) for more information.
Editing Pictures
g Small Picture: Resizing Pictures
Create a small copy of the picture taken. Suitable for displaying on web pages or
sending as e-mail attachments. The available size is l 640×480, m 320×240 or
n 160×120. Small copies are stored as separate files with a compression ratio of
1:16.
1
Choose the desired picture from full-frame
(A30) or thumbnail (A116) playback mode
and press the d button.
• Switch to the c tab when the playback menu is not
displayed (A14).
2
4
Playback menu
Choose the desired copy size and press the k
button.
Small picture
Hide image
Small picture
Copy
Black border
Skin softening
Straighten
Miniature effect
640×480
320×240
160×120
Editing Pictures
3
Use the rotary multi selector to choose
g Small picture and press the k button.
Choose Yes and press the k button.
• A new, smaller copy is created.
• To cancel, choose No and press the k button.
• The copy is displayed with a gray frame.
Create small picture file?
Yes
No
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See “File and Folder Names” (A203) for more information.
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Editing Pictures
j Black Border: Adding a Black Border to Pictures
This function creates black borders along the border of a picture. Choose from
Thin, Medium, or Broad lines. The created pictures are stored as separate files.
1
Choose the desired picture from full-frame
(A30) or thumbnail (A116) playback mode
and press the d button.
• Switch to the c tab when the playback menu is not
displayed (A14).
2
Editing Pictures
3
4
Use the rotary multi selector to choose
j Black border and press the k button.
Playback menu
Choose the desired frame thickness and press
the k button.
Black border
Thin
Medium
Broad
Choose Yes and press the k button.
• A new copy with a black border is created.
• To cancel, choose No and press the k button.
• Copies created by editing with black borders can be
recognized by the J icon displayed during playback.
B
Hide image
Small picture
Copy
Black border
Skin softening
Straighten
Miniature effect
Create a copy with a
black border?
Yes
No
Black Border
• A part of the picture equivalent to the thickness of the black border is cut off because the black
border overlaps the picture.
• When a picture with a black border is printed using a printer’s borderless print function, the black
border may not be printed.
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More Information
See “File and Folder Names” (A203) for more information.
Editing Pictures
e Skin Softening: Making Skin Appear Smoother
Skin softening can be applied to faces that are detected in pictures already taken,
to make skin appear smoother. Pictures edited with this function are stored as
separate files.
1
Choose the desired picture from full-frame
(A30) or thumbnail (A116) playback mode
and press the d button.
• Switch to the c tab when the playback menu is not
displayed (A14).
2
Use the rotary multi selector to choose e Skin
softening and press the k button.
• The screen that allows you to set the amount of skin
softening appears.
• If no faces can be detected in the image, a warning is
displayed and the screen returns to the playback menu.
Press H or I to choose the setting level, and
press the k button.
• A confirmation screen is displayed, and the image is
displayed zoomed in on the face edited by skin
softening.
• To cancel, press the d button.
Hide image
Small picture
Copy
Black border
Skin softening
Straighten
Miniature effect
Editing Pictures
3
Playback menu
Skin softening
Normal
Amount
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Editing Pictures
4
Confirm the results.
• Up to 12 faces, in order of proximity to the center of the
frame, can be enhanced.
• When multiple faces are edited using skin softening,
use the rotary multi selector J and K to switch the face
that is displayed.
Back
• To adjust the extent of skin softening, press the d
button and return to step 3.
• To create a copy edited with skin softening, press the k button.
• Copies created by editing with skin softening can be
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Note on Skin Softening
Depending on conditions such as the direction the subject is facing or the brightness of the face, the
face may not be detected properly, or the desired effect may not be achieved.
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More Information
See “File and Folder Names” (A203) for more information.
Editing Pictures
R Straighten: Compensating for Picture Slanting
Compensate for the slanting of shot pictures. Pictures edited with this function are stored
as separate files.
1
Choose the desired picture from full-frame
(A30) or thumbnail (A116) playback mode
and press the d button.
• Switch to the c tab when the playback menu is not
displayed (A14).
2
Use the rotary multi selector to choose
R Straighten and press the k button.
• The straighten screen is displayed.
Compensate for slanting.
•
•
•
•
Press J to rotate counterclockwise by 1 degree.
Press K to rotate clockwise by 1 degree.
To cancel, press the d button.
To create a copy edited with straighten, press the k
button.
• Copies created by editing with straighten can be
recognized by the G icon displayed during playback.
Hide image
Small picture
Copy
Black border
Skin softening
Straighten
Miniature effect
Straighten
Back
Rotate
Editing Pictures
3
Playback menu
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Notes on Straighten
• When straighten is performed, the picture edges are cut. The larger the slant for which
compensation is performed, the larger the area around the picture that is cut.
• Straighten can be performed up to 15 degrees.
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See “File and Folder Names” (A203) for more information.
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Editing Pictures
S Miniature Effect: Setting Close-up Miniature Effects
Create a copy that appears to be a photo of a diorama. Pictures taken while looking
down from a high location and with the main subject near the center of the screen
are suitable for the miniature effect. Pictures edited with this function are stored as
separate files.
1
Choose the desired picture from full-frame
(A30) or thumbnail (A116) playback mode
and press the d button.
• Switch to the c tab when the playback menu is not
displayed (A14).
2
Editing Pictures
3
Use the rotary multi selector to choose
S Miniature effect and press the k button.
Choose OK and press k button.
Playback menu
Hide image
Small picture
Copy
Black border
Skin softening
Straighten
Miniature effect
Miniature effect
• A confirmation screen is displayed.
• To cancel, choose Cancel and press the k button.
OK
Cancel
4
Check the effect and press the k button.
Preview
• A copy is created with the miniature effect applied.
• To cancel, press the d button.
• Copies created by editing with miniature effect can be
recognized by the H icon displayed during playback.
Save
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More Information
See “File and Folder Names” (A203) for more information.
Editing Pictures
F NRW (RAW) Processing: Creating JPEG Images from
NRW Images
Create JPEG-format copies by performing RAW processing within the camera for
NRW (RAW) images saved with an Image quality (A68) setting of NRW (RAW),
NRW (RAW) + Fine, NRW (RAW) + Normal or NRW (RAW) + Basic.
1
Press the d button in playback mode.
• Switch to the c tab when the playback menu is not
displayed (A14).
2
Rotate the rotary multi selector or press J or
K to choose the picture to be RAW processed
and press the k button.
Playback menu
NRW (RAW) processing
NRW (RAW) processing
Editing Pictures
3
Use the rotary multi selector to choose
F NRW (RAW) processing and press the
k button.
• The NRW (RAW) processing menu is displayed.
Back
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Editing Pictures
4
Set the NRW (RAW) processing parameters.
NRW (RAW) processing
White balance
• Apply the settings below while checking the image and
rotating the zoom control to g (i). Rotate to g (i)
again to return to the setting screen.
- White balance: Choose a white balance setting
EXE
(A76).
Reset
Check
- Exp. +/-: Adjust the brightness.
- Picture Control: Choose an image processing setting (A92).
- Image quality: Choose the image quality from Fine, Normal, or Basic (A68).
- Image size: Choose an image size (A70). The image is cropped if I 3648×2432,
z 3584×2016 or H 2736×2736 is selected.
- Distortion control: Set the distortion control (A104).
- D-Lighting: Enhance brightness and contrast in dark portions of pictures (A136).
• Press the l button to change back to the default settings.
• Choose EXE when all settings have been adjusted.
5
Choose Yes and press the k button.
Editing Pictures
• An NRW (RAW) processed JPEG image is created.
• To cancel the creation, choose No.
Create a JPEG copy at these
settings?
Yes
No
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Notes on NRW (RAW) Processing
• The COOLPIX P7000 can only create JPEG-format copies of NRW (RAW) images taken with the
COOLPIX P7000.
• NRW (RAW) processing > White balance > Preset manual cannot be selected for photographs
taken at a White balance setting other than Preset manual.
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More Information
• See “Printing Images of Size 1:1” (A72) for more information.
• See “File and Folder Names” (A203) for more information.
Editing Pictures
a Crop: Cropping Pictures
Create a copy containing only the portion visible on the monitor when u is displayed
with playback zoom (A118) enabled. Cropped copies are stored as separate files.
1
Rotate the zoom control to g (i) in full-frame
playback mode (A30) to zoom in on the picture.
• 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. The cropped
picture is displayed in landscape orientation. To crop the
picture in its current “tall” (portrait) orientation, first, use
the Rotate image option (A130) to rotate the picture so
that it is displayed in landscape orientation. Next, enlarge
the picture for cropping, crop the picture, and then rotate
the cropped picture back to “tall” (portrait) orientation.
2
4
• Rotate the zoom control to g (i) or f (h) to adjust the
zoom ratio.
• Press the rotary multi selector H, I, J or K to scroll the
picture until only the portion you want to copy is visible on
the monitor.
Press the d button.
Use the rotary multi selector to choose Yes and
press the k button.
• A new picture, containing only the portion visible on the
monitor, is created.
• To cancel, choose No and press the k button.
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Editing Pictures
3
Refine copy composition.
Save this image as
displayed?
Yes
No
Image Size
The smaller the cropping range, the smaller the size (amount of pixels) of the cropped picture copy.
When the image size setting for a cropped copy is 320×240 or 160×120, a gray frame appears around
the picture during playback, and the B or C small picture icon appears on the left side of the monitor.
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See “File and Folder Names” (A203) for more information.
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Movie Recording and Playback
Recording Movies
High-definition movies can be shot with sound.
• Regardless of the remaining memory on the memory card, the maximum length
for a single movie is 29 minutes.
1
Rotate the mode dial to D.
• The monitor shows the amount of available recording
time.
2
Press the shutter-release button all
the way down to start recording.
• The camera focuses in the center focus
area. The focus area is not displayed when
the movie is recorded.
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• When shooting high-definition or full
high-definition movies, the aspect ratio of
the shooting screen is switched to 16:9 (The movie is recorded in the range shown in
the screen on the right).
• The monitor shows the amount of recording time remaining. Recording stops
automatically when the recording time runs out.
Movie Recording and Playback
3
Press the shutter-release button all the way down to end recording.
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Note on Recording Movies
When the AF lamp blinks after shooting, the movie is being saved. Do not open the battery-chamber/
memory card slot cover. Cutting the power or removing the memory card before saving is complete
could result in loss of data or in damage to the camera or card.
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External Microphones
Instead of the built-in microphone, a commercially available microphone can be connected to the
external microphone connector (A5) to record sound during movie recording or voice memos for
still pictures (A132). Use an external microphone that conforms to the specifications of “External
microphone connector” in “I/O terminal” (A218) in “Specifications.”
• When the external microphone is connected, Wind noise reduction (A150) in the movie menu
cannot be used.
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Recording Movies
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Notes on Movie Recording
• When recording a movie onto a memory card, a memory card with an SD speed class of Class 6 or
higher is recommended (A221). If the transfer speed of the card is slow, the movie recording may
end unexpectedly.
• Using a digital zoom causes image quality to deteriorate. If you start recording the movie without
using digital zoom, and you rotate the zoom control in the g direction, the zoom stops at the
maximum optical zoom ratio. Release the zoom control and rotate it again in the g direction to
trigger digital zoom.
• The sound of using the zoom control, zoom, autofocus, vibration reduction or aperture control
when the brightness changes may be recorded. To minimize the recording of the zoom sound, set
Zoom speed in the setup menu to Auto (default setting) or Quiet (A179).
• Smear (A198) visible in the monitor when recording movies will be recorded with the movies.
Avoiding bright objects such as the sun, reflections of the sun, and electric lights when recording
movies is recommended.
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Notes on Autofocus
• When Autofocus mode in the movie menu is set to A Single AF (default setting), the focus is
locked when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway (A150).
• Autofocus may not perform as expected (A29). Should this occur, try the following:
1. Before recording, set Autofocus mode in the movie menu to A Single AF (default setting).
2. Position a different subject at the same distance in the middle of the screen. Press the shutterrelease button to start the movie recording, and change the composition.
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Notes on the Camera Temperature
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Functions Available in Movie Recording
• Exposure compensation (A43) can be adjusted. A (Autofocus), D (Macro close-up) or
B (Infinity) can be selected for focus mode (A40).
• Quick-response remote in the remote control mode (A38) is available. Self-timer and Smile timer
cannot be used.
• Flash does not fire.
• Rotate the quick menu dial to a or c and press the quick menu button to set Movie options
(A148) or White balance (A76).
• Press the d button before starting to record the movie to display the D (movie) tab and select
movie menu settings (A149).
• Settings cannot be changed during movie recording. Before movie recording, check the settings.
Movie Recording and Playback
When functions such as movie recording are used for a long time, or when the camera is used in a location
with a high ambient temperature, the camera temperature may rise. This is not a malfunction.
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Recording Movies
Selecting a Movie Type to Shoot
You can choose the type of movie to shoot. The higher the resolution and bitrate,
the higher the picture quality; but the file size also becomes larger.
Option
Description
x HD 720p (1280×720)
(default setting)
Movies with an aspect ratio of 16:9 are recorded in highdefinition. This option is suited to playback on a wide screen TV.
• Image size: 1280×720 pixels
• Movie bitrate: 9 Mbps
y VGA (640×480)
Movies with an aspect ratio of 4:3 are recorded.
• Image size: 640×480 pixels
• Movie bitrate: 3 Mbps
z QVGA (320×240)
Movies with an aspect ratio of 4:3 are recorded.
• Image size: 320×240 pixels
• Movie bitrate: 640 kbps
• The movie bitrate is the volume of movie data recorded per second. As a variable
bitrate (VBR) system has been adopted, the movie recording rate varies automatically
according to the subject so that more data is recorded per second for movies
containing frequently moving subjects, thus increasing movie file size.
• The frame rates are approximately 24 frames per second (fps) for HD 720p
(1280×720) and 30 frames per second (fps) for VGA (640×480) or QVGA (320×240).
Movie Recording and Playback
Setting the Movie Options
1
Rotate the quick menu dial to a and press
the quick menu button.
• The quick menu is displayed.
• Rotate the mode dial (A44) to D.
2
Choose the movie type with the
command dial.
• The maximum movie length for the
selected movie type is displayed.
Movie options
HD 720p (1280×720)
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Maximum movie length
3
After completing the settings, press the quick menu button.
• The monitor display reverts to shooting mode.
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Recording Movies
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Maximum Movie Length
Option
Internal memory
(79 MB)
Memory card
(4 GB)*
x HD 720p (1280×720)
(default setting)
1 min 10 s
55 min
y VGA (640×480)
3 min 22 s
2 h 30 min
13 min 57 s
11 h
z QVGA (320×240)
All figures are approximate. The maximum movie length varies with the make of the memory card
and the bitrate of the shot movie.
* The maximum recording time for a single movie is 29 minutes. The maximum movie length displayed during
recording is 29 minutes, even when there is enough free space on the memory card for a longer movie.
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See “File and Folder Names” (A203) for more information.
Changing the Movie Mode Settings
The options below can be set in the movie menu.
A150
Autofocus mode
A150
Wind noise reduction
Set whether or not to reduce wind noise during movie recording.
Displaying the Movie Menu
Rotate the mode dial to D (movie).
Press the d button to display the menu, use the rotary multi selector to change
to the D tab and display the movie menu (A14).
Movie
Movie Recording and Playback
Choose how the camera focuses when recording movies.
Autofocus mode
Wind noise reduction
• Use the rotary multi selector to select items and set functions on the menu
(A12).
• Press the d button to exit the movie menu.
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Autofocus Mode
Set to D (Movie) M d M D (Movie menu) (A149) M Autofocus mode
Choose how the camera focuses when recording movies.
Option
Description
Locks on the focus when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.
A Single AF
Select this option when the distance between the camera and the
(default setting)
subject remains fairly consistent.
B Full-time AF
The camera focuses continuously during movie recording.
Suitable for shooting when the distance between the camera and
subject changes. The operation sound when the camera focuses may
be recorded. Setting to Single AF is recommended if the sound is
noticeable.
Wind Noise Reduction
Set to D (Movie) M d M D (Movie menu) (A149) M Wind noise reduction
Movie Recording and Playback
Set whether or not to reduce wind noise during movie recording.
Option
Y On
Description
Records while minimizing the noise of wind blowing on the
camera’s built-in microphone. Suitable for recording in strong
winds. During playback, not only wind noise, but other sounds may
also become difficult to hear.
k Off
Wind noise is not reduced.
(default setting)
When the wind noise reduction setting is enabled, the current setting is displayed
during shooting (A6). When Off is selected, an icon for the current setting is not
displayed.
B
Note on Wind Noise Reduction
When the external microphone (A146) is used for shooting, Wind noise reduction is not available.
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Movie Playback
In full-frame playback mode (A30), movies can be
recognized by a movie options icon (A148). To play a
movie, press the k button.
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Use the zoom control g or f during playback to adjust
the volume. Playback controls appear at the top of the
monitor. Press the rotary multi selector J or K to
choose a playback control, then press the k button to
perform the selected operation.
The following operations are available.
Pausing
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During
playback
Volume
indicator
To
Use
Rewind
A
Rewind the movie while the k button is pressed down.
Advance
B
Advance the movie while the k button is pressed down.
E
The following operations can be performed with the playback
controls at the top of the monitor while playback is paused.
Rewind the movie by one frame. Hold down the k
C
button to rewind continuously.*
Advance the movie by one frame. Hold down the k
D
button to advance continuously.*
Extract and save only the required parts of the movie
I
(A152).
Save the extracted frame from a movie as a still picture
H
(A153).
F
End
G
Movie Recording and Playback
Pause
Description
Resume playback.
Return to full-frame playback mode.
* The movie can also be advanced or rewound by one frame by rotating the rotary multi selector or
command dial.
B
Note on Movie Playback
Movies shot with cameras other than COOLPIX P7000 cannot be played back.
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Movie Playback
Editing Movies
You can extract only the required parts of a movie and save as a separate file.
1
2
Play back and pause the movie that you want to edit (A151).
Use the rotary multi selector J or K to choose
I on the playback control and press the k
button.
• The movie editing screen is displayed.
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3
Press H or I to choose J (Choose start
point) on the editing playback control.
Choose start point
• Rotate the rotary multi selector or press J or K to
move the start point at the left end to the start position
of the required section.
• To cancel, press H or I to choose L (Back) and press
the k button.
Movie Recording and Playback
4
Press H or I to choose K (Choose end
point).
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Choose end point
• Rotate the rotary multi selector or press J or K to
move the end point at the right end to the end position
of the required section.
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• To check the playback of the movie in the specified
range before saving it, choose c (Preview) and press
the k button. During preview playback, the volume can be adjusted with the zoom
control g/f. Use the rotary multi selector to fast forward or rewind. To stop the
preview playback, press the k button.
5
After finishing the settings, press H or I to choose m (Save) and press
the k button.
6
Choose Yes and press the k button.
• The edited movie is saved.
• To cancel the saving, choose No.
Save OK?
Yes
No
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Movie Playback
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Notes on Editing Movies
• Once a movie is created through editing, it cannot be used again for extracting a movie. To extract
another range, select and edit the original movie.
• Because the edited movies are extracted in 1-second units, they may vary slightly from the set start
point and end point. Sections shorter than two seconds cannot be extracted.
• Editing functions are not available when there is not enough free space in the internal memory or
on the memory card.
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More Information
See “File and Folder Names” (A203) for more information.
Saving a Frame from a Movie as a Still Picture
A screen from a shot movie can be extracted and saved as a still picture.
• Pause a movie and display the screen to be extracted
(A151).
• Choose H on the playback control with the rotary
multi selector J or K and press the k button.
7m42s
Copy this frame as a still image?
Yes
No
- x HD 720p (1280×720) ➝ R 1280×720
- y VGA (640×480) ➝ S 640×480
- z QVGA (320×240) ➝ s 320×240
• When the picture is saved with s 320×240, it is displayed with a gray frame
during playback.
Movie Recording and Playback
• When the confirmation dialog is displayed, choose Yes
and press the k button to save. To cancel the saving,
choose No.
• The still picture is saved with Normal as the image
quality. The image size is determined by the type
(resolution) (A148) of the original movie.
Deleting Unnecessary Movies
Press the l button when a movie is selected in full-frame
playback mode (A30) or thumbnail playback mode
(A116) to display the confirmation dialog for deletion.
Select Yes and press the k button to delete the movie,
or select No to exit without deleting the movie.
Erase 1 image?
Yes
No
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Connecting to a TV
Connect the camera to a television to play back pictures on the television.
If your television is equipped with an HDMI connector, you can connect it to the
camera with a commercially available HDMI cable to enjoy recorded movies in the
high-definition quality.
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1
Turn off the camera.
2
Connect the camera to the TV.
When connecting using the supplied audio/video cable
• Connect the yellow plug to the video-in jack on the TV, and the red and white plugs to
the audio-in jacks.
Yellow White Red
When connecting using a commercially available HDMI cable
• Connect the plug to the HDMI jack on the TV.
To the HDMI jack
HDMI mini
connector (Type C)
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3
Tune the television to the video channel.
• See the documentation provided with your television for details.
4
Hold down the c button to turn on the
camera.
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• The camera enters playback mode, and the recorded
pictures are displayed on the television.
• While the camera is connected to the TV, the monitor
remains off.
Notes on Connecting an HDMI Cable
• An HDMI cable is not supplied. Use a commercially available HDMI cable to connect the camera to
a TV. The output terminal on this camera is a HDMI Mini Connector (Type C). When purchasing an
HDMI cable, be sure that the device end of the cable is a HDMI Mini Connector.
• To enjoy playback in high-definition quality when the camera is connected to a television that has
an HDMI connector, we recommend shooting still pictures with Image size set to C 2048×1536
or higher, and recording movies with Movie options set to x HD 720p (1280×720).
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Notes on Connecting the Audio/Video Cable
• When connecting the cable, be sure that the connector is oriented correctly. Do not force the
connector into the camera. When disconnecting the cable, do not pull the connector at an angle.
• Do not connect an audio/video cable and HDMI cable to the camera at the same time.
• Do not connect an HDMI cable and USB cable to the camera at the same time.
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When Nothing Appears on the TV
Make sure that TV settings (A183) in the setup menu (A167) is appropriate for your television.
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Connecting to a Computer
Use the supplied USB cable to connect the camera to a computer and copy
(transfer) images to the computer.
Before Connecting the Camera
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Install the Software
Use the supplied ViewNX 2 CD and install the following software on the computer.
• ViewNX 2: Use the image transfer feature “Nikon Transfer 2” to save images that
were captured with the camera on the computer. Saved images can be viewed
and printed. Image and movie editing features are also supported.
• Panorama Maker 5: This software can join a series of images to create a single
panorama image.
For more information on installing the software, refer to the Quick Start Guide.
Compatible Operating Systems
Windows
Windows 7 Home Basic/Home Premium/Professional/Enterprise/Ultimate,
Windows Vista Home Basic/Home Premium/Business/Enterprise/Ultimate (Service
Pack 2), or Windows XP Home Edition/Professional (Service Pack 3)
Macintosh
Mac OS X (version 10.4.11, 10.5.8, 10.6.4)
For information on the requirements for playing back high-definition movies, refer
to “System Requirements” in the ViewNX 2 help information (A160).
Refer to the Nikon website for the latest information on operating system
compatibility.
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Notes on Power Source
• When connecting the camera to a computer to transfer images, use a fully charged battery to
prevent the camera from turning off unexpectedly.
• If the AC Adapter EH-5a and the Power Connector EP-5A (available separately) are used, COOLPIX
P7000 can be powered from an electrical outlet. Do not, under any circumstances, use an AC
Adapter other than the EH-5a or a Power Connector other than the EP-5A.
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Transferring Images from a Camera to a Computer
Start the computer to which ViewNX 2 was installed.
Be sure that the camera is off.
Connect the camera to the computer using the supplied USB cable.
Be sure that connectors are properly oriented. Do not attempt to insert connectors at an
angle, and do not use force when connecting or disconnecting the USB cable.
4
Turn on the camera.
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2
3
• The power-on lamp lights. The camera monitor remains
off.
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Connecting the USB Cable
The connection may not be recognized if the camera is connected to the computer via a USB hub.
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5
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Start the ViewNX 2 image transfer feature “Nikon Transfer 2” installed
on the computer.
• Windows 7
When the Devices and Printers K P7000 screen is displayed, click Change
program under Import pictures and videos. Select Import File using Nikon
Transfer 2 in the Change program dialog and click OK.
Double-click Import File on the Devices and Printers K P7000 screen.
• Windows Vista
When the AutoPlay dialog is displayed, click Import File using Nikon Transfer 2.
• Windows XP
When the action selection dialog is displayed, select Nikon Transfer 2 Import File
and click OK.
• Mac OS X
Nikon Transfer 2 will start automatically when the camera is connected to the
computer if Yes was selected in the Auto-Launch setting dialog when Nikon Transfer
2 was first installed.
• If charge for the battery inserted into the camera is low, the computer may not
recognize the camera. If the camera is not recognized, images will not be transferred.
• If there are a large number of images on the memory card, it may take some time for
Nikon Transfer 2 to start.
Connecting to a Computer
6
Confirm that the source device is displayed in the transfer options
Source panel and click Start Transfer.
Start Transfer button
Any images that have not been transferred to the computer will be transferred (default
setting of ViewNX 2).
ViewNX 2 starts automatically when the transfer is complete (default setting of ViewNX
2). Transferred images can be viewed.
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Source device
For more information on using ViewNX 2, refer to the ViewNX 2 help information (A160).
Disconnecting the Camera
Do not turn off the camera or disconnect the camera from the computer during
transfer.
When transfer is complete, turn off the camera and disconnect the USB cable.
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Transferring Images Using a Computer’s Card Slot or a Commerciallyavailable Card Reader
Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers
When the memory card is inserted into a computer’s card slot or into a commercially-available card
reader, the images can be transferred using “Nikon Transfer 2”, the image transfer feature of ViewNX 2.
• Make sure that the memory card being used is supported by the card reader or other card reading
device.
• To transfer images, insert the memory card into the card reader or card slot and follow the
procedure from step 5 (A158).
• To transfer images saved in the camera’s internal memory, the images must first be copied to a
memory card using the camera (A131).
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Starting ViewNX 2 or Nikon Transfer 2 Manually
Windows
Choose Start menu ➝ All Programs ➝ ViewNX 2 ➝ ViewNX 2.
Double-clicking the ViewNX 2 shortcut icon on the desktop will also start ViewNX 2.
Mac OS X
Open the Applications folder, open the Nikon Software ➝ ViewNX 2 folders in that order, and
then double-click the ViewNX 2 icon. Clicking the ViewNX 2 icon on the Dock will also start ViewNX
2.
Click Transfer in the ViewNX 2 screen to start Nikon Transfer 2.
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Viewing ViewNX 2 Help Information
For more information on ViewNX 2 or Nikon Transfer 2, start ViewNX 2 or Nikon Transfer 2 and select
ViewNX 2 Help from the Help menu.
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Panorama Creation with Panorama Maker 5
• Use a series of images captured in Panorama assist scene mode (A55) to create a single
panorama photo with Panorama Maker 5.
• Panorama Maker 5 can be installed on a computer using the supplied ViewNX 2 CD.
• After installation is complete, follow the procedure described below to start Panorama Maker 5.
Windows
Choose Start menu ➝ All Programs ➝ ArcSoft Panorama Maker 5 ➝ Panorama Maker 5.
Mac OS X
Open Applications and double-click the Panorama Maker 5 icon.
• For more information on using Panorama Maker 5, refer to the on-screen instructions and help
information contained in Panorama Maker 5.
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Image File Names and Folder Names
See “File and Folder Names” (A203) for more information.
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Connecting to a Printer
Users of PictBridge-compatible (A220) printers can connect the camera directly
to the printer and print pictures without using a computer. The steps for printing
are as follows.
Take the pictures
Connect the camera to the printer (A162)
Print pictures one at a time
(A163)
Print multiple pictures (A164)
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Choose the pictures for printing
using the print set option
(Print set: A123)
Turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable
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Notes on Power Source
• When connecting the camera to a printer, use a fully charged battery to prevent the camera from
turning off unexpectedly.
• If the AC Adapter EH-5a and the Power Connector EP-5A (available separately) are used, COOLPIX
P7000 can be powered from an electrical outlet. Do not, under any circumstances, use an AC
Adapter other than the EH-5a or a Power Connector other than the EP-5A.
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Printing Pictures
In addition to printing pictures transferred to a computer and printing pictures with a direct camerato-printer connection, the following options are also available for printing pictures recorded on the
memory card:
• Insert a memory card into a DPOF-compatible printer’s card slot.
• Take a memory card to a digital photo lab.
For printing using these methods, specify the pictures and the number of prints each using the
Print set (A123) option in the playback menu.
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Connecting the Camera and Printer
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1
Turn off the camera.
2
Turn on the printer.
• Check the printer settings.
3
Connect the camera to the printer using the supplied USB cable.
• Be sure that the connector is oriented correctly. When disconnecting the cable, do not
pull the connector at an angle.
4
Turn on the camera.
• When connected correctly, the PictBridge startup
screen (1) is displayed in the camera monitor. Then the
Print selection screen (2) is displayed.
1
2
Print selection
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More Information
See “Printing Images of Size 1:1” (A72) for more information.
Connecting to a Printer
Printing Pictures One at a Time
After connecting the camera to the printer correctly (A162), print pictures by
following the procedure below.
1
Print selection
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• 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.
2
Choose Copies and press the k button.
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PictBridge
Start print
Copies
Paper size
3
Choose the number of copies (up to nine) and
press the k button.
Copies
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Use the rotary multi selector to choose the
picture to be printed and press the k button.
4
4
Choose Paper size and press the k button.
PictBridge
Start print
Copies
Paper size
5
Choose the desired paper size and press the
k button.
• To specify the paper size using the printer settings,
choose Default in the paper size menu.
Paper size
Default
3.5×5 in.
5×7 in.
100×150 mm
4×6 in.
8×10 in.
Letter
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6
Choose Start print and press the k button.
PictBridge
Start print
Copies
Paper size
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Printing starts.
• The 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.
Printing
002 / 004
Cancel
Current print/total
number of prints
Printing Multiple Pictures
After connecting the camera to the printer correctly (A162), print pictures by
following the procedure below.
1
When the Print selection screen is displayed,
press the d button.
• The Print menu is displayed.
2
Use the rotary multi selector to choose Paper
size and press the k button.
• To exit the print menu, press the d button.
3
Choose the desired paper size and press the
k button.
• To specify the paper size using the printer settings,
choose Default in the paper size menu.
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Print menu
Print selection
Print all images
DPOF printing
Paper size
Paper size
Default
3.5×5 in.
5×7 in.
100×150 mm
4×6 in.
8×10 in.
Letter
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
Choose the pictures (up to a maximum of 99) and
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Print selection
number of copies (up to nine per picture).
• Press the rotary multi selector J or K to
1
1
3
choose the pictures, and press H or I to set
the number of copies for each.
• Pictures can also be chosen by rotating the
command dial.
Back
• Pictures selected for printing can be
recognized by the check mark icon and the
numeral indicating the number of copies to be printed. A check mark is not
displayed with pictures for which no copies have been specified and these
pictures are not printed.
• Rotate the zoom control to g (i) to switch to full-frame playback, or f (h)
to switch to 12 thumbnails display.
• Press the k button when setting is complete.
• When the menu shown on the right is
displayed, choose Start print and press the k
button to start printing.
• Choose Cancel and press the k button to
return to the print menu.
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Print selection
Print selection
010 prints
Start print
Cancel
Print all images
All pictures stored on the internal memory or
memory card are printed one at a time.
• When the menu shown on the right is
displayed, choose Start print and press the k
button to start printing.
• Choose Cancel and press the k button to
return to the print menu.
Print all images
018 prints
Start print
Cancel
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DPOF printing
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Pictures for which a print order was created in
Print set option (A123) can be printed.
• When the menu shown on the right is
displayed, choose Start print and press the k
button to start printing.
• 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.
DPOF printing
010 prints
Start print
View images
Cancel
10
View images
Back
5
Printing starts.
• The monitor display returns to that shown in step 2
when printing is complete.
• To cancel before all copies have been printed, press the
k button.
Printing
002 / 004
Cancel
Current print/total
number of prints
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Paper Size
The camera supports the following paper sizes: Default (the default paper size for the current
printer), 3.5×5 in., 5×7 in., 100×150 mm, 4×6 in., 8×10 in., Letter, A3, and A4. Only sizes
supported by the current printer are displayed.
Basic Camera Setup
Setup Menu
The setup menu contains the following options.
Basic Camera Setup
Welcome screen
A169
Choose whether or not to display the welcome screen on the monitor when the camera is
turned on.
Date
A170
Set camera clock and choose home and destination time zones.
Monitor settings
A173
Set the picture display after shooting, the screen brightness, and the display options when
the monitor is turned on.
Date imprint
A174
Imprint date and time of recording on pictures.
Vibration reduction
A175
Set the vibration reduction for taking still pictures and movies.
Motion detection
A176
Enable motion detection to reduce the effects of camera shake and subject movement
when shooting still pictures.
AF assist
A177
Enable or disable AF-assist illumination.
Red-eye reduction
A177
Choose the red-eye reduction method when the flash mode is auto with red-eye
reduction.
Digital zoom
A178
Enable or disable the digital zoom.
Zoom speed
A179
Set the zoom operation speed.
Sound settings
A179
Adjust sound settings.
Record orientation
A180
Set whether or not to record the orientation data with the picture when shooting.
Auto off
A181
Set the time before the camera enters standby mode to save power.
Format memory/Format card
A182
Format the internal memory or memory card.
Language
A183
Choose the language used by the camera monitor display.
TV settings
A183
Adjust the settings for connecting to a TV.
Built-in ND filter
A184
Set whether or not to use the camera’s built-in ND filter to reduce the light when the
shooting mode is A, B, C, D, E, F, N or O (low noise night).
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Basic Camera Setup
AE/AF lock button
A185
Choose the function to be performed when the AE-L/AF-L button is pressed.
Fn button
A186
Choose the function to be performed when the shutter-release button is pressed while
pressing the w button.
Av/Tv button
A187
Choose the function to be performed when the Av/Tv button is pressed.
Customize My Menu
A187
Register frequently used menu items in My Menu.
Reset file numbering
A188
Reset the file numbering.
Blink warning
A189
Choose whether or not to detect blinking eyes when shooting pictures using face
priority.
Reset all
A191
Restore camera settings to default values.
Firmware version
A194
Display the camera firmware version.
Displaying the Setup Menu
Choose the z (Setup) tab in the menu screen.
1
2
Press the d button to display the
menu screen.
Press J on the rotary multi selector.
• The tabs can now be selected.
• See “Rotary Multi Selector” (A12).
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Shooting menu
Picture Control
Custom Picture Control
Metering
Continuous
Autofocus mode
Flash exp. comp.
Noise reduction filter
Shooting menu
Picture Control
Custom Picture Control
Metering
Continuous
Autofocus mode
Flash exp. comp.
Noise reduction filter
Setup Menu
3
Press H or I to select the z tab.
Set up
Welcome screen
Date
Monitor settings
Date imprint
Vibration reduction
Motion detection
AF assist
4
Press K or the k button.
• The setup menu items can now be selected.
• Use the rotary multi selector to select items and set
functions on menus (A12).
• To exit the setup menu, press the d button or press J
and switch to another tab.
Set up
Welcome screen
Date
Monitor settings
Date imprint
Vibration reduction
Motion detection
AF assist
Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A168) M Welcome screen
Choose whether or not to display the welcome screen on the monitor when the
camera is turned on.
Basic Camera Setup
Welcome Screen
None (default setting)
Displays the shooting or playback screen without displaying the welcome screen.
COOLPIX
Displays the welcome screen before displaying the shooting or playback screen.
Select an image
Select a picture that you have shot to display as the welcome screen. Display the
picture selection screen, choose a picture (A128), and press the k button to
register it.
• Because the selected picture is stored in the camera, the picture appears in the
welcome screen even if the original picture is deleted.
• NRW (RAW) images cannot be selected.
• Pictures shot with Image size (A70) of I 3648×2432, z 3584×2016 and
H 2736×2736 cannot be selected.
• Pictures reduced to 160×120 or smaller using Small picture editing (A137) or
cropping (A145) cannot be selected.
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Setup Menu
Date
Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A168) M Date
Set the camera’s internal clock.
Date
Set the camera clock to the current date and time.
Use the rotary multi selector to set the date and time.
• Choose an item: Press K or J (selected in the
following order: D (day) ➝ M (month) ➝ Y (year) ➝
hour ➝ minute ➝ DMY (date display order)).
• Set the contents: Rotate the rotary multi selector, or
press H or I.
• Finish setting: Finally, choose DMY, and apply the
selection by pressing the k button or K (A21).
DMY (date display order)
Date
D
M
Y
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Time zone
Basic Camera Setup
w (home time zone) can be specified and daylight saving can be enabled or
disabled.
When x (travel destination) is registered, the time difference (A172) from the w
(home time zone) is automatically calculated and the local date and time are
recorded. Useful when traveling.
Setting the Travel Destination Time Zone
1
Use the rotary multi selector to choose Time
zone and press the k button.
• The Time zone screen is displayed.
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Time zone
2
Choose x Travel destination and press the
k button.
• The date and time displayed on the monitor change
according to the region currently selected.
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Home time zone
Travel destination
Setup Menu
3
Press K.
• The time zone selection screen is displayed.
Time zone
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Home time zone
Travel destination
4
Press J or K to choose the travel destination
(Time zone).
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Time difference
10:30
-5:00
EST:
New York
Toronto
Lima
Back
Time zone
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EST:New York
Toronto, Lima
Home time zone
Travel destination
Basic Camera Setup
• The time difference between home and the travel
destination is displayed.
• When using the camera in an area where daylight
saving time is in effect, turn on the daylight saving
setting with H. When set to on, the W icon is displayed
and the clock advances by one hour. To turn off, press
I.
• Press the k button to register the travel destination
time zone.
• While the travel destination time zone is selected, the
Z icon is displayed on the monitor when the camera is
in shooting mode.
The Clock Battery
The camera’s internal clock uses a different battery from the camera’s battery. The clock battery
charges when the main battery is installed or the AC adapter is connected, and provides several days
of clock battery power after about ten hours of charging.
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w (Home time zone)
• To switch to the home time zone, choose w Home time zone in step 2 and press the k button.
• To change the home time zone, choose w Home time zone in step 2 and perform the same
procedure as for x Travel destination to set the home time zone.
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Daylight Saving Time
When daylight saving time starts or ends, turn on or off the daylight saving time option from the time
zone selection screen displayed in step 4.
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Imprinting the Date on Pictures while Shooting
After setting the date and time, set the Date imprint setting in the setup menu (A174). Once Date
imprint is set, the shooting date and time can be imprinted on the pictures.
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Setup Menu
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Time Zones
The camera supports the time zones listed below.
For time differences not listed below, set the camera clock using Date.
UTC +/-
UTC +/-
Location
Midway, Samoa
+1
-10
Hawaii, Tahiti
+2
Madrid, Paris, Berlin
Athens, Helsinki, Ankara
-9
Alaska, Anchorage
+3
Moscow, Nairobi, Riyadh,
Kuwait, Manama
-8
PST (PDT): Los Angeles,
Seattle, Vancouver
+4
Abu Dhabi, Dubai
-7
MST (MDT): Denver, Phoenix
+5
Islamabad, Karachi
-6
CST (CDT): Chicago,
Houston, Mexico City
+5.5
-5
EST (EDT): New York,
Toronto, Lima
+6
Caracas
+7
Bangkok, Jakarta
+8
Beijing, Hong Kong,
Singapore
-4.5
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Location
-11
New Delhi
Colombo, Dhaka
-4
Manaus
-3
Buenos Aires, Sao Paulo
+9
Tokyo, Seoul
-2
Fernando de Noronha
+10
Sydney, Guam
-1
Azores
+11
New Caledonia
±0
London, Casablanca
+12
Auckland, Fiji
Setup Menu
Monitor Settings
Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A168) M Monitor settings
Change the settings for the options below.
X Virtual horizon
1/250
F5.6
1342
Display the virtual horizon
for checking whether the
camera is horizontal.
When the camera is
horizontal or vertical, the
horizontal line on the
virtual horizon display
turns green.
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Y View/hide histograms
1/250
F5.6
1342
Display a graph that shows
the brightness distribution in
the picture. The horizontal
axis corresponds to pixel
brightness, with dark tones to
the left and bright tones to
the right. The vertical axis
shows the number of pixels.
Z View/hide framing grid
1/250
F5.6
Basic Camera Setup
Image review
On (default setting): Picture is displayed on the monitor immediately after it is
taken and the monitor display returns to shooting mode.
Off: Picture is not displayed after it is taken.
Zoom in on active focus point: Picture is displayed on the monitor immediately
after it is taken and the monitor display returns to the shooting mode. An
enlarged image of the focused section is displayed in the area where focusing
is performed.
Brightness
Choose from five settings to select the monitor brightness. The default setting is 3.
Photo info
Choose the display options that are displayed on the monitor during shooting.
Separate display options can be selected for when the monitor display (A14) is set
to Show info and when it is set to Hide info. In the default setting, all options are
hidden.
• To select show or hide, choose an option with the rotary multi selector, and then
press the k button to turn the check box on w or off.
• After finishing the setting, choose Confirm and press the k button.
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Display a boxed guide for
framing.
Notes on Monitor Display Settings
• The display options are not displayed in auto mode, scene mode or low noise night mode. Only
the grid is displayed in movie mode.
• In shooting modes E, F and N, Photo info in the setup menu settings cannot be set. Select
the E, F or N tab and set Photo info in the specialized menus for E, F and N (A13, 112).
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Setup Menu
Date Imprint
Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A168) M Date imprint
The shooting date and time can be imprinted on
pictures at the time of shooting. This information can be
printed even from printers that do not support printing
of the date and time (A125).
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Date
The date is imprinted on pictures.
Date and time
The date and time are imprinted on pictures.
Off (default setting)
Basic Camera Setup
The date and time are not imprinted on pictures.
At settings other than Off, the icon for the current setting is displayed on the
monitor (A6).
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Notes on Date Imprint
• Imprinted dates cannot be deleted from the image, nor can dates be imprinted after the picture
has been taken.
• Dates cannot be imprinted in the following situations.
- When Sports, Museum or Panorama assist is selected for scene mode
- When Continuous, BSS or Continuous flash is selected for the Continuous setting (A99)
- When Auto bracketing (A80) is used
- During movie recording
- When NRW (RAW), NRW (RAW) + Fine, NRW (RAW) + Normal or NRW (RAW) + Basic is
selected for Image quality (A68)
• Dates imprinted with an Image size (A70) setting of f 640×480 may be difficult to read. Set
the Image size to J 1024×768 or larger.
• The date is recorded using the format selected in the setup menu’s Date option (A20, 170).
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Date imprint and Print set
When printing from DPOF-compatible printers which support printing of shooting date and photo
information, the date and information can be printed on pictures without the date and time being
imprinted on them with Date imprint, using options in the Print set menu (A123).
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Vibration Reduction
Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A168) M Vibration reduction
Set the vibration reduction for taking still pictures and movies. Use to correct blur,
which is caused by the slight hand movements known as camera shake that
commonly occur when shooting at the telephoto zoom position or at slow shutter
speeds.
When the camera is stabilized for still picture shooting with a tripod, set vibration
reduction to Off.
On (default setting)
Compensates for camera shake. The camera automatically detects the panning
direction and only corrects for vibration caused by camera shake.
When the camera is panned horizontally, for example, vibration reduction only
reduces vertical shake. If the camera is panned vertically, vibration reduction only
compensates for horizontal shake.
Off
When vibration reduction is enabled, the current setting is displayed during
shooting (A6, 25). Nothing is displayed when the setting is Off.
B
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Vibration reduction is disabled.
Notes on Vibration Reduction
• After the power is turned on or the camera enters shooting mode from playback mode, wait until
the display stabilizes before shooting.
• Due to the characteristics of the vibration reduction function, images displayed on the monitor
immediately after shooting may appear blurry.
• Vibration reduction may be unable to completely eliminate the effects of camera shake in some
situations.
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Motion Detection
Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A168) M Motion detection
Enable motion detection to reduce the effects of camera shake and subject
movement when shooting still pictures.
Auto
When the camera detects the movement of the subject or camera shake, the ISO
sensitivity is raised and the shutter speed is increased to reduce their effects.
However, motion detection does not function in the following situations.
• When the fill flash fires
• In the following scene modes: Sports, Night portrait, Dusk/dawn, Night
landscape, Museum, Fireworks show and Backlighting
• When shooting mode is A, B, C, D, E, F, N or O (low noise night)
• When the smile timer is set
• When Subject tracking is selected for AF area mode
Off (default setting)
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Motion detection is not applied.
When motion detection is enabled, the current setting is displayed during shooting
(A6).
The motion detection icon lights in green when the camera detects any vibration
and increases the shutter speed. Nothing is displayed when the setting is Off.
B
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Notes on Motion Detection
• Motion detection may be unable to completely reduce effects of camera shake and subject
movement in some situations.
• Motion detection may not function if the subject exhibits significant movement or is too dark.
• The pictures taken may become grainy.
Setup Menu
AF Assist
Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A168) M AF assist
Enable or disable the AF-assist illumination that assists the autofocus when the
lighting is poor.
Auto (default setting)
AF-assist illumination turns on automatically when the subject is poorly lit. The
illuminator has a range of about 6.5 m (21 ft.) at the maximum wide-angle position
and about 5.5 m (18 ft.) at the maximum telephoto position. However, for some
focus areas and scene modes, AF-assist illumination does not turn on even if Auto
is set.
Off
Disable the function. The camera may be difficult to focus if lighting is poor.
B
Note on the AF assist Illuminator
Red-eye Reduction
Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A168) M Red-eye reduction
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In shooting modes E, F and N, AF assist in the setup menu settings cannot be set.
Select the E, F or N tab and set AF assist in the specialized menus for E, F and N (A13,
112).
Choose the red-eye reduction method when the flash mode (A32) is V (Auto
with red-eye reduction).
Pre-flash on (default setting)
The flash repeatedly fires pre-flashes at low intensity before the main flash to reduce
the red-eye effect, and it then performs the red-eye reduction process using picture
compensation.
Note that there is a slight lag between the shutter-release button being pressed and
the picture being shot.
Pre-flash off
Pre-flashes do not fire. The shutter is released immediately when the shutter-release
button is fully pressed, and the red-eye reduction process is performed using picture
compensation.
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Digital Zoom
Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A168) M Digital zoom
Enable or disable the digital zoom.
On (default setting)
When the camera is zoomed in to the maximum optical zoom position, rotating and
holding the zoom control at g (i) triggers the digital zoom (A27).
Crop
Limit zoom magnification up to the position of V (except when recording a movie).
Also limit the digital zoom to the range at which image quality of the shot still picture
does not deteriorate.
The digital zoom is not available when Image size is M 3648×2736, E 3264×2448,
I 3648×2432, z 3584×2016 or H 2736×2736.
Off
The digital zoom is not activated (except when recording a movie).
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Notes on Digital Zoom
• When the digital zoom is in effect, AF area mode is set to Center (spot) (A84).
• Digital zoom cannot be used in the following situations.
- When the focus mode (A40) is set to E (manual focus)
- When Subject tracking is selected for AF area mode (A84)
- When Smile timer is set
- When Scene auto selector, Portrait or Night portrait is selected in scene mode
- When NRW (RAW), NRW (RAW) + Fine, NRW (RAW) + Normal or NRW (RAW) + Basic is
selected for Image quality (A68)
- When Multi-shot 16 is selected for the Continuous (A99) setting
- When Wide-angle converter (A104) is set to On
• At magnifications of 1.2× to 1.8×, Metering is set to Center-weighted, and at magnifications of
2.0× to 4.0×, it is set to Spot.
Setup Menu
Zoom Speed
Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A168) M Zoom speed
Set the zoom operation speed. Slow down the zoom speed to minimize the
recording of the zoom operating noise during movie recording.
Auto (default setting)
During still picture shooting, operate the zoom at the Normal speed. During movie
recording, operate the zoom at a lower speed than Normal to minimize the
recording of the zoom operating noise. During still picture shooting, rotating the
zoom control all the way in either direction adjusts the zoom quickly, while rotating
the control partially adjusts the zoom slowly.
Normal
During both still picture shooting and movie recording, operate the zoom at the
standard speed. During both still picture shooting and movie recording, rotating
the zoom control all the way in either direction adjusts the zoom quickly, while
rotating the control partially adjusts the zoom slowly.
During both still picture shooting and movie recording, operate the zoom at a
lower speed than Normal.
The zoom speed setting is shown by an icon displayed on the monitor during
shooting (A6). At settings other than Auto, the icon for the current setting is
displayed on the monitor.
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Quiet
Sound Settings
Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A168) M Sound settings
Adjust the following sound settings.
Button sound
Turn the beep and start-up sounds On (default setting) or Off. The beep sounds
once when the settings are completed successfully, twice when the camera
focuses on the subject, and three times when an error is detected.
Shutter sound
Choose whether to set the shutter sound to On (default setting) or Off.
• Even when On is set, the shutter sound is not made during continuous shooting
or movie recording.
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Record Orientation
Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A168) M Record orientation
Set whether or not to record the orientation data with the picture when shooting.
Auto (default setting)
Record the orientation data with the picture when shooting. When the picture is
played back, the recorded orientation data is used to automatically rotate the
picture for display.
The following three data orientation types for the camera can be recorded.
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Horizontal position
Vertical position with
the left side on top
Vertical position with
the right side on top
Off
The orientation data is not recorded. Pictures are always displayed in the horizontal
position.
The orientation data can be changed after shooting using Rotate image in the
playback menu (A130).
B
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Notes on Recording the Orientation Data
• In continuous or auto bracketing mode, all pictures are recorded with the same orientation data as
the first picture.
• Correct orientation data may not be obtained for pictures recorded with the camera facing up or
down.
Setup Menu
Auto Off
Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A168) M Auto off
If no operations are performed for a certain period while the camera is on, the
monitor is turned off to save power and the camera enters standby mode (A19).
In this menu, set the time before the camera enters standby mode.
Choose from 30 s, 1 min (default setting), 5 min and 30 min.
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When the Monitor Is Turned Off to Save Power
• The power-on lamp blinks in standby mode.
• The camera turns off when the standby mode continues for about three minutes.
• When the power-on lamp blinks, turn on the monitor again with one of the following operations.
- Press the power switch, shutter-release button or the c button.
- Rotate the mode dial.
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Auto Off Setting
In the following situations, the time taken for the camera to enter standby mode is fixed.
• When menus are displayed: three minutes
• When tone level information is displayed (shooting mode): three minutes
• During slideshow playback: maximum of 30 minutes
• When the AC adapter EH-5a is connected: 30 minutes
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Format Memory/Format Card
Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A168) M Format memory/Format card
Format the internal memory or a memory card.
Formatting Internal Memory
To format the internal memory, remove the memory
card from the camera. The Format memory option
appears in the setup menu.
Format memory
All images will
be deleted! OK?
Format
No
Formatting Memory Card
When the memory card is inserted in the camera, the
Format card option appears in the setup menu.
All images will
be deleted! OK?
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Format
No
B
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Format card
Formatting Internal Memory and Memory card
• Formatting the internal memory or memory card permanently deletes all data. Be sure to
transfer important pictures to a computer before formatting.
• Do not turn off the camera or open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover during
formatting.
• 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.
Setup Menu
Language
Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A168) M Language
Choose one of 24 languages for displaying the camera menus and messages.
Czech
Danish
German
(default
setting)
Italian
Hungarian
Dutch
Spanish
Polish
Greek
French
Indonesian
Portuguese
Russian
Finnish
Norwegian
Swedish
Turkish
Arabic
Simplified
Chinese
Traditional
Chinese
Japanese
Korean
Thai
Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A168) M TV settings
Adjust the settings for connecting to a TV.
Video mode
Choose from NTSC and PAL.
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TV Settings
HDMI
Choose a picture resolution for HDMI output from Auto (default setting), 480p,
720p, or 1080i. When Auto is set, the output resolution that is best suited to the
connected high-definition TV is selected automatically from 480p, 720p or 1080i.
HDMI device control
Choose whether or not to receive signals from a TV when a TV that conforms to the
HDMI-CEC standard is connected with an HDMI cable.
When set to On (default setting), the television remote control can be used to
operate the camera during playback instead of the rotary multi selector or zoom
control. Picture selection, movie playback and pause, and switching between fullframe playback and four thumbnails display can be performed.
• See your TV’s manual or other related documentation to check whether the TV
supports the HDMI-CEC standard.
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HDMI and HDMI-CEC
“HDMI” is an abbreviation of High-Definition Multimedia Interface, which is one type of multimedia
interface. “HDMI-CEC” is an abbreviation of HDMI-Consumer Electronics Control, which enables
operations to be linked between compatible devices.
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Built-in ND Filter
Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A168) M Built-in ND filter
When the camera’s built-in ND filter is used, the amount of light that enters the
camera while shooting can be reduced in three steps. Use in situations such as when
overexposure results from the subject being too bright. Set whether or not to use the
built-in ND filter to reduce the light in the following shooting modes.
• O (low noise night) mode
• A, B, C and D modes (including E, F and N modes)
In shooting modes other than the above, the on/off setting of the built-in ND filter
is controlled automatically according to the shooting mode and shooting
conditions, regardless of Built-in ND filter setting.
On
Use the ND filter to reduce the light.
Auto
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In mode O (low noise night) or A (Programmed auto), when the subject is too
bright and the exposure range is exceeded, reduce the light automatically with the
ND filter.
• In shooting modes B, C or D, the ND filter is disabled.
Off (default setting)
The ND filter is not used.
The setting for the built-in ND filter is shown by an icon displayed on the monitor
during shooting (A6). Nothing is displayed when the setting is Off, A (auto),
scene or movie mode.
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Effects of the Built-in ND Filter
Using the filter may enable the shooting of subjects that are too bright without overexposing the
image. It can also be used in situations such as when you want to slow down the shutter speed at a
low aperture value.
For example, at a shutter speed of 1/2000 second with the correct exposure, if the ND filter is used to
reduce the light in three steps, the speed can be changed to 1/250 second without changing the
aperture value.
Setup Menu
AE/AF Lock Button
Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A168) M AE/AF lock button
Choose the function to be performed when the AE-L/AF-L button (A11) is
pressed during still picture shooting.
AE/AF lock (default setting)
Lock both the focus and exposure when the AE-L/AF-L button is pressed while
shooting.
AE lock only
Lock only the exposure when the AE-L/AF-L button is pressed while shooting.
AF lock only
Lock only the focus when the AE-L/AF-L button is pressed while shooting.
The AE-L/AF-L button setting is displayed on the monitor during shooting (A6).
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Notes on AE-L/AF-L Button Setting
• AE-L (exposure locking) cannot be used when the shooting mode is set to D.
• AF-L (focus locking) cannot be used when focus mode (A40) is set to E (manual focus).
D
More Information
See “Focus Lock” (A29) for more information.
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Fn Button
Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A168) M Fn button
Choose the function to be performed when the shutter-release button is pressed
while pressing the w button (A11).
• This can be used when A, B, C, D, E, F or N is chosen for shooting mode.
Off (default setting)
Shoot without changing the setting.
NRW (RAW)/NORMAL (Image quality) (A68)
When Fine, Normal or Basic is set, shoot with the NRW (RAW) setting. When
NRW (RAW) is set, shoot with the Normal setting.
• The Image size is M 3648×2736.
• When NRW (RAW) + Fine, NRW (RAW) + Normal or NRW (RAW) + Basic is
set, shoot without changing the setting.
ISO sensitivity (A74)
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Shoot with ISO sensitivity set to Auto.
White balance (A76)
Shoot with White balance set to Auto.
• Cannot be used when Picture Control is set to Monochrome.
Picture Control (A92)
Shoot with Picture Control set to Standard.
Active D-Lighting (A106)
Shoot with Active D-Lighting set to Normal.
Metering (A98)
Shoot with Metering set to Spot.
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Av/Tv Button
Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A168) M Av/Tv button
Choose the function to be performed when the Av/Tv button (A9) is pressed.
Toggle Av/Tv selection (default setting)
Switch the shutter speed or aperture value setting operation. Each time the Av/Tv
button is pressed, the operation switches between the command dial and the
rotary multi selector (A63, 64, 65).
• Available only when A, B, C, D, E, F or N is selected for shooting mode.
Virtual horizon, View/hide histograms, View/hide framing grid
Select whether to view or hide the virtual horizon, histogram or framing grid
displays (A173) on the monitor during shooting.
Built-in ND filter
Change the built-in ND filter (A184) setting.
Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A168) M Customize My Menu
Register frequently used menu items in My Menu (maximum of six). My Menu is
displayed when the quick menu dial is set to I and the quick menu button is
pressed, allowing settings to be quickly checked or changed (when shooting mode
is set to A, B, C, D, E, F or N).
The following items can be registered.
*
Picture Control (A92)
Flash control (A105)
Custom Picture Control
(A96)
Noise reduction filter (A103) Digital zoom (A178)
Metering (A98)
Long exposure NR (A103)
Format memory/Format card
(A182)
Continuous (A99)
Distortion control (A104)
Built-in ND filter (A184)
Autofocus mode (A102)
Wide-angle converter
(A104)
- (no setting) (delete)*
Flash exp. comp. (A102)
Active D-Lighting
(A106)
Choose to remove an item from My Menu.
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Customize My Menu
Vibration reduction (A175)
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Registering into My Menu
1
Use the rotary multi selector to choose the
menu item and press the k button.
• The menu item selection screen is displayed.
2
Choose the menu item to be registered and
press the k button.
• The chosen menu item is switched.
• To finish the setting, press the rotary multi selector J.
Picture Control
Active D-Lighting
Distortion control
Metering
Continuous
Autofocus mode
Customize My Menu : 1
Picture Control
Custom Picture Control
Metering
Continuous
Autofocus mode
Flash exp. comp.
Flash control
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Reset File Numbering
Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A168) M Reset file numbering
When Yes is selected, the sequential numbering of file numbers is reset (A203).
After resetting, a new folder is created and the file number for the next image taken
starts from “0001.”
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Customize My Menu
Notes on Reset file numbering
• Reset file numbering cannot be used when scene mode is set to Panorama assist, or if Intvl
timer shooting is chosen for Continuous when A, B, C, D, E, F or N shooting modes are
used. For Panorama assist or Intvl timer shooting, a new folder is created, and file numbers are
assigned automatically starting with “0001” (A203, 204).
• Reset file numbering cannot be applied when the folder number reaches 999 and there are
images in the folder. Insert a new memory card, or format the internal memory/memory card
(A182).
Setup Menu
Blink Warning
Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A168) M Blink warning
Choose whether or not blinking eyes are detected when using face priority (A86)
in the following shooting modes.
• Scene auto selector (A46), Portrait (A48) or Night portrait (A49) scene
modes
• Shooting modes A, B, C, D, E, F, N, and O (low noise night) (when Face
priority (A84) is selected for AF area mode)
On
Off (default setting)
Blink warning does not take effect.
B
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When the camera detects that a human subject may have closed the eyes
immediately after recognizing the face and shooting the subject, the Did
someone blink? screen appears on the monitor.
The face of the human subject that may have closed his/her eyes is framed by a
yellow border. You can check the picture taken and determine if you need to take
the picture again.
See “Operating the Did someone blink? Screen” (A190) for more information.
Note on Blink Warning
When a setting other than Single is set for Continuous (A99), when Auto bracketing (A80) is
set, when the tone level information (A82) is displayed automatically, or when Smile timer is set
(A36), blink warning does not take effect.
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Setup Menu
Operating the Did someone blink? Screen
The following operations can be performed when the
Did someone blink? screen is displayed.
If no operations are performed for a few seconds, the
screen automatically returns to the shooting mode
screen.
Did someone blink?
Exit
To
g (i)
Return to full-frame
playback
f (h)
Rotate the zoom control to f (h).
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l
Press the l button.
k
Return to shooting
mode
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Rotate the zoom control to g (i).
When the camera detects that one or more human
subjects have closed their eyes, press H, I, J or K
during playback zoom to display other faces.
Can also be changed by rotating the rotary multi
selector or the command dial.
Select the face to be
displayed
Delete the picture
taken
Description
Use
Zoom in to the face
for which blinking
was detected
Press the k button or the shutter-release button.
Setup Menu
Reset All
Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A168) M Reset all
When Reset is selected, the camera settings are restored to the default values.
Pop-up Menu
Option
Default value
Flash mode (A32)
Auto
Self-timer (A35)/Remote Control (A38)/Smile
timer (A36)
Off
Focus mode (A40)
Autofocus
AF area mode (A84)
Auto
Shooting in the Scene Mode
Default value
Option
Scene auto selector
Hue adjustment in Food mode (A53)
Center
Low Noise Night Menu
Option
Default value
Metering (A59)
Matrix
Continuous (A59)
Single
Flash exp. comp. (A59)
0.0
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Scene menu (A45)
Movie Menu
Option
Default value
Autofocus mode (A150)
Single AF
Wind noise reduction (A150)
Off
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Quick Menu
Option
Default value
Image quality (A68)
Normal
Image size (A70)
M 3648×2736
Movie options (A148)
HD 720p (1280×720)
ISO sensitivity (A74)
Auto
Minimum shutter speed (A74)
None
White balance (A76)
Auto
Auto bracketing (A80)
Off
Shooting Menu
Option
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Default value
Picture Control (A92)
Standard
Metering (A98)
Matrix
Continuous (A99)
Single
Intvl timer shooting (A100)
30 s
Autofocus mode (A102)
Single AF
Flash exp. comp. (A102)
0.0
Noise reduction filter (A103)
Normal
Long exposure NR (A103)
Auto
Distortion control (A104)
Off
Wide-angle converter (A104)
None
Flash control (A105)
Auto
Active D-Lighting (A106)
Off
Zoom memory (A107)
All values are chosen.
Setup Menu
Setup Menu
Option
Default value
None
Image review (A173)
On
Brightness (A173)
3
Monitor settings (A173)
Hide all items
Date imprint (A174)
Off
Vibration reduction (A175)
On
Motion detection (A176)
Off
AF assist (A177)
Auto
Red-eye reduction (A177)
Pre-flash on
Digital zoom (A178)
On
Zoom speed (A179)
Auto
Button sound (A179)
On
Shutter sound (A179)
On
Record orientation (A180)
Auto
Auto off (A181)
1 min
HDMI (A183)
Auto
HDMI device control (A183)
On
Built-in ND filter (A184)
Off
AE/AF lock button (A185)
AE/AF lock
Fn button (A186)
Off
Av/Tv button (A187)
Toggle Av/Tv selection
Customize My Menu (A187)
1: Picture Control
2: Active D-Lighting
3: Distortion control
4: Metering
5: Continuous
6: Autofocus mode
Blink warning (A189)
Off
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Welcome screen (A169)
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Others
Option
Default value
Paper size (A163, 164)
Default
Frame intvl for Slide show (A126)
3s
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• Choosing Reset all also clears the current file number (A203) in the memory.
After resetting, numbering continues from the lowest number available in the
internal memory or the memory card. If Reset all is performed after all pictures
are deleted from the internal memory or memory card (A127), the file numbers
for the next shot pictures start from 0001.
• The following settings remain unaffected even if Reset all is performed.
Quick menu: Preset manual data for White balance (A79)
Shooting menu: Custom Picture Control registration (A96)
Setup menu: Date (A170), Language (A183) and Video mode (A183) in
TV settings
• User settings that were saved for mode dial E, F and N are not reset to the
default settings when Reset all is performed. To change these settings back to
the default settings, use Reset user settings (A114).
Firmware Version
Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A168) M Firmware version
Displays the current camera firmware version.
COOLPIX P7000 Ver.X.X
Back
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Caring for the Camera
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. Applying force to the lens cover could result in camera malfunction or damage
to the lens. Should the monitor break, care should be taken to avoid injury caused by broken glass
and to prevent the liquid crystal from the display touching the skin or entering the eyes or mouth.
B
Do not point the lens at strong light sources for extended periods
Avoid pointing the lens at the sun or other strong light sources for extended periods when using or
storing the camera. Intense light may cause deterioration of the CCD image sensor, producing a white
blur effect in photographs.
Keep away from strong magnetic fields
Do not use or store this device in the vicinity of equipment that generates strong electromagnetic
radiation or magnetic fields. Strong static charges or the magnetic fields produced by equipment
such as radio transmitters could interfere with the monitor, damage data stored on the memory card,
or affect the product’s internal circuitry.
B
Avoid sudden changes in temperature
Caring for the Camera
B
Sudden changes in temperature, such as when entering or leaving a heated building on a cold day,
can cause condensation to form inside the device. To prevent condensation, place the device in a
carrying case or a plastic bag before exposing it to sudden changes in temperature.
B
Turn the product off before removing or disconnecting the power source
Do not remove the battery while the product is on, or while images are being recorded or deleted.
Forcibly cutting power in these circumstances could result in loss of data or in damage to product
memory or internal circuitry.
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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). Failure
to observe this precaution could damage the battery or impair its performance.
• Charge the battery in an indoor environment that is between 5 and 35 °C (41 to 95 °F).
• When the battery temperature is between 0 and 10 °C (32 to 50 °F) or 45 to 60 °C (113 to 140 °F),
the chargeable capacity may decrease. The battery will not charge if its temperature is below 0 °C
(32 °F) or above 60 °C (140 °F).
• If an exhausted battery is used at a low temperature, the camera may not turn on. Be sure that the
battery is fully charged and spare batteries are prepared before heading outside to take pictures in
cold weather. Keep spare batteries in a warm place and exchange as necessary. Once warmed, a
cold battery that could not be used temporarily due to lowered performance may recover some of
its charge.
• Should the battery terminals become dirty, the camera may not turn on due to poor contact. Wipe
the terminals off with a clean, dry cloth before use.
• Recharge it at least once every six months and run it flat before returning it to storage. Attach the
included terminal cover to the battery and store it in a cool location with an ambient temperature
of 15 to 25 °C (59 to 77 °F). Do not store the battery in hot or extremely cold locations.
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• While the battery is in storage, charge it at least once every six months and then use the camera to
run it flat again before storing it in a cool location.
• Always remove the battery from the camera or battery charger when it is not being used. Left
installed, minute amounts of current flow even when unused, and the battery may become
excessively drained and no longer function.
• A marked drop in the time a fully-charged battery retains its charge, when used at room
temperature, indicates that the battery needs to be replaced. Purchase a new battery.
• Replace the battery when it no longer holds a charge. Used batteries are a valuable resource. Please
recycle used batteries in accordance with local regulations.
Caring for the Camera
Cleaning
Lens/
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. If this fails, clean the lens using a cloth
lightly dampened with commercial lens cleaner.
Monitor
Remove dust or lint with a blower. To remove fingerprints and other stains,
clean the monitor with a soft, dry cloth, being careful not to apply pressure.
Body
Use a blower to remove dust, dirt or sand, then wipe gently with a soft, dry
cloth. After using the camera at the beach or seaside, wipe off any sand or
salt with a dry cloth lightly dampened with fresh water, then dry
thoroughly. Note that foreign matter inside the camera could cause
damage not covered by the warranty.
Do not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals.
Caring for the Camera
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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. Do not store the camera with naphtha or camphor moth balls, or
in any of the following locations:
• Next to equipment that produces strong electromagnetic fields, such as
televisions or radios
• Exposed to temperatures below -10 °C (14 °F) or above 50 °C (122 °F)
• Poorly ventilated or subject to humidities of over 60 %
To prevent mold or mildew, take the camera out of storage at least once a month.
Turn the camera on and release the shutter a few times before putting the camera
away again.
Caring for the Camera
C
198
Notes on the Monitor
• The monitor may contain a few pixels that are always lit or that do not light. This is a characteristic
common to all TFT LCD displays, and does not indicate a malfunction. Images recorded using the
product will not be affected.
• Images on the monitor may be difficult to see under bright lighting.
• The monitor is lit by an LED backlight. Should the monitor begin to dim or flicker, contact your
Nikon-authorized service representative.
• White or colored streaks of light may be visible on the monitor with framing of bright subjects. This
phenomenon, known as “smear,” occurs when extremely bright light strikes the image sensor. This
is due to characteristics of the image sensor and does not indicate a malfunction. Smear may also
cause partial discoloration in monitor display with shooting. Smear does not affect recorded
images except when shooting with Continuous set to Multi-shot 16 and when recording
movies. When shooting in these modes, avoiding bright objects such as the sun, reflections of the
sun, and electric lights is recommended.
Technical Notes and Index
Optional Accessories
Rechargeable
battery
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL14
Battery charger
Battery Charger MH-24*
AC Adapter EH-5a (connect as shown) and Power Connector EP-5A
(connect as shown)
When the Power Connector is inserted into the camera and the AC
Adapter is connected, the camera can be powered from an electrical
outlet.
The AC Adapter and the Power Connector are available separately.
1
2
3
AC adapter/Power
connector
Before closing the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover, fully
insert the cord of the power connector 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.
Insert the DC plug of the AC Adapter EH-5a into the DC plug
connector of the Power Connector EP-5A.
USB Cable UC-E6
Audio/Video cable
Audio Video Cable EG-CP16
Converter lens
Wide-angle Converter WC-E75A (0.75×)
(requires Adapter Ring UR-E22)
Lens adapter ring
Adapter Ring UR-E22
Speedlights
Speedlight SB-400, SB-600, SB-900
(external flash unit) Wireless Speedlight Commander SU-800
Technical Notes and Index
USB cable
199
Optional Accessories
Remote Control ML-L3
How to replace the battery (3 V CR2025 lithium battery) in the remote
control.
Remote control
• When changing the remote control battery, be sure that the
battery’s positive (+) and negative (-) terminals are oriented
correctly.
• Be sure to read and follow the warnings for the battery on page iii
and the section, “The Battery” (A196).
* When using in other countries, use a commercially available plug adapter as
necessary. For more information about plug adapters, consult your travel agency.
See our websites or product catalogs for up-to-date information on accessories for
the COOLPIX P7000.
Technical Notes and Index
200
Optional Accessories
B
Converter and Adapter Ring
• Be sure to set Wide-angle converter (A104) to On.
• Do not attach lens hoods or filters to the converter lens or adapter ring, as they may cause shading
around the edges of pictures.
B
External Flash
The accessory shoe for the COOLPIX P7000 is compatible with Nikon Speedlights SB-400, SB-600 and
SB-900, and the Wireless Speedlight Commander SU-800. Attempting to attach other external flashes
may damage the camera and the external flash.
B
Use Only Nikon Flash Accessories
Use only Nikon Speedlights. Negative voltages or voltages over 250 V applied to the accessory shoe
could not only prevent normal operation, but damage the sync circuitry of the camera or flash.
Technical Notes and Index
201
Optional Accessories
Using Speedlights (External Flash Unit)
The camera is equipped with an accessory shoe, allowing Speedlights SB-400, SB600 or SB-900 (available separately) to be mounted on the camera. Use Speedlights
for indirect lighting or when additional lighting is required. The built-in flash is
changed to W (Off) automatically when using Speedlights. While p is displayed on
the monitor, the Speedlight flash mode is also displayed on the monitor, and it can
be set with the same procedure as the built-in flash (A32).
• Remove the accessory shoe cover before attaching a
Speedlight unit as shown on the right.
• When the built-in flash is raised, gently push to lower the
flash until it clicks shut.
• Refer to the Speedlight manual for more information on
how to attach Speedlight and details on how to use it.
• Replace the accessory shoe cover when the Speedlight is not in use.
Technical Notes and Index
202
D
Speedlights SB-400, SB-600 and SB-900
• Before using Speedlights SB-600 or SB-900, set the Speedlight flash control mode to TTL. This
enables the i-TTL flash control to use monitor pre-flashes to adjust flash output automatically in
response to lighting conditions. Refer to the Speedlight manual for more information on i-TTL flash
control.
• Wireless multiple flash shooting can be performed by setting the SB-900 or Wireless Speedlight
Commander SU-800 to “commander,” and setting the SB-600 and SB-900 to “remote flash.”
However, the flash is not usable even if the monitor pre-flashes are fired when the SB-900 is set to
“commander.”
The Wireless multiple flash group setting is only applicable to group A. Change the setting for both
the commander and the remote flash to group A. Refer to the Speedlight manual for more
information.
• When wireless multiple flash shooting, if ISO sensitivity is set to Auto, High ISO sensitivity auto,
ISO 100-200 or ISO 100-400, it is fixed to ISO 100.
• The camera does not support Flash Color Information Communication, Auto FP High-Speed Sync,
FV lock, or AF-assist for multi-area AF when using Speedlights SB-600 or SB-900.
• Power zoom function can be used with Speedlights SB-600 or SB-900, setting zoom head position
automatically depending upon focal length.
• When using Speedlights SB-600 or SB-900, the edges of pictures shot at ranges under 2 m (6 ft. 7
in.) on the zoom wide-angle side may appear dark. In such cases, use the wide panel.
• When set to STBY (standby), the Speedlight turns on and off at the same time as the camera.
Confirm on the Speedlight that the Ready-light is on.
File and Folder Names
Pictures, movies and voice memos are assigned file names as follows.
DSCN0001.JPG
Identifier (not shown on camera monitor)
Original still pictures (voice
memo attachment
included), movies
Small copies (voice memo
attachment included)
Cropped copies (voice
memo attachment included)
Pictures created with picture
editing other than cropping
and small picture and
attached voice memos,
movies created with movie
editing
DSCN
SSCN
RSCN
Extension (signifies the file type)
Still pictures
RAW still pictures
Movies
Voice memos
.JPG
.NRW
.MOV
.WAV
File number (assigned automatically in
ascending order, starting with “0001”)
FSCN
Technical Notes and Index
• A folder for storing files is automatically created using the following naming
convention: “Folder number + NIKON” (e.g., “100NIKON”). If there are 200 files in
a folder, a new folder is created. (For example, the folder name following
“100NIKON” becomes “101NIKON.”) A new folder is also created when the file
numbers in a folder reach 9999 or Reset file numbering (A188) is performed.
The next file number is set automatically to “0001.”
If a folder contains no files, a new folder is not created even if Reset file
numbering is performed.
• When images are shot with an Image quality (A68) setting of NRW (RAW) +
Fine, NRW (RAW) + Normal or NRW (RAW) + Basic, the NRW (RAW) and JPEG
images that are recorded at the same time are assigned the same file name. The
NRW (RAW) and JPEG images that are recorded at the same time are saved in the
same folder. If there are 199 files in a folder, a new folder is created and the images
are saved in the new folder.
• Voice memo file names have the same identifier and file number as the picture
to which the voice memo is attached.
203
File and Folder Names
• In Panorama assist (A55), a folder is created for each shooting session using the
following naming convention: “Folder number + P_XXX” (e.g., “101P_001”).
Pictures are saved in sequence in file numbers starting from 0001.
• Each time a picture is taken in Interval timer shooting (A99), a folder named
with the convention: 'Folder number + INTVL' (e.g., 101INTVL) is created. Pictures
are saved in sequence in file numbers starting from 0001.
• When image files or voice files are copied to or from the internal memory or
memory card (A131), the file naming conventions are as follows:
- Files copied using Selected images are copied to the current folder (or to the
folder used for subsequent pictures), where they are assigned file numbers in
ascending order following the largest file number in memory.
- Files copied using All images, along with their folder, are copied together.
Folder numbers are assigned in ascending order, following the largest folder
number on the destination medium.
File names are not changed.
• When the current folder is numbered 999, if there are 200 files in the folder or if
a file is numbered 9999, no further pictures can be shot until the internal memory
or memory card is formatted (A182), or a new memory card is inserted.
Technical Notes and Index
204
Error Messages
The following table lists the error messages and other warnings displayed on the
monitor, as well as the solutions for dealing with them.
Display
Description
Solution
A
O
(blinks)
Clock not set.
B
Battery is running low. Prepare to charge or change battery. 16, 18
N
Battery exhausted.
Battery exhausted.
Set clock.
Charge or change battery.
170
16, 18
Turn off camera, and allow battery to
cool down before resuming use. Five
seconds after this message appears,
the monitor is turned off, and the
Battery temperature is power-on lamp, the AF lamp and the
P
19
Battery temperature high high.
flash lamp flicker. After the lamps
blink for three minutes, the camera
turns off automatically, but you can
also press the power switch to turn it
off manually.
Camera cannot
Wait until message clears from
perform other
display automatically when
operations until
recording is complete. recording is complete.
–
N
Memory card is write
protected.
Write-protect switch is Slide the write-protect switch to
in “lock” position.
“write” position.
23
P
This card cannot be used. Error accessing
memory card.
P
This card cannot be read.
P
Card is not formatted.
Format card?
Yes
No
• Use an approved card.
• Check that connectors are clean.
• Confirm that memory card is
correctly inserted.
221
22
22
All data stored on the memory
card is deleted when formatted. If
there is any data on the card that
Memory card has not
you want to keep, select No, and
been formatted for use
23
backup the data to a computer
in this camera.
before formatting the memory card.
To format the memory card, select
Yes and press the k button.
Technical Notes and Index
P
Please wait for the
camera to finish
recording.
205
Error Messages
Display
N
Out of memory.
Description
Solution
• Choose lower image quality or
smaller image size.
• Delete pictures and movies.
Memory card is full.
• Replace memory card.
• Remove memory card and use
internal memory.
Error occurred while
recording picture.
Format the internal memory or
memory card.
Camera has run out of Replace the memory card, or format
file numbers.
the internal memory/memory card.
P
Image cannot be saved.
Technical Notes and Index
N
Image cannot be
modified.
N
Cannot record movie.
N
Cannot reset file
numbering.
206
Picture cannot be
used for welcome
screen.
The following pictures cannot be
used.
• NRW (RAW) images
• Pictures shot with Image size of
I 3648×2432, z 3584×2016
or H 2736×2736
• Pictures created with small picture
or crop function that are 160×120
or less
A
68, 70
31, 127,
153
22
22
182
22, 182
68
70
137,
145
There is insufficient
space to save a copy.
Delete pictures from destination.
Cannot edit selected
picture.
• Confirm the conditions that are
133
required for editing.
• RAW processing cannot be
performed for NRW (RAW) pictures
that were taken with a camera
other than COOLPIX P7000.
• These options cannot be used with movies.
Time out error while
recording movie.
Choose memory card with faster
write speed.
No more folders can
be created.
Insert a new memory card, or format 22, 182,
the internal memory/memory card. 188
127
221
Error Messages
Display
N
Memory contains no
images.
N
File contains no image
data.
N
All images are hidden.
N
This image cannot be
deleted.
Solution
A
No pictures in the
internal memory or
memory card.
• Pictures stored in the internal
22
memory can only be viewed if no
memory card is inserted.
• To copy files from internal memory 131
to memory card, press the d
button to display the copy screen,
then copy the files from internal
memory to memory card.
File not created with
COOLPIX P7000.
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.
The picture cannot be
played back in a slide
show.
–
126
All images in the
internal memory/
memory card are
hidden.
Disable the Hide image setting to
view images.
130
Picture is protected.
Disable protection.
129
Destination in same
time zone as home.
–
172
P
Mode dial is not in the
proper position.
Mode dial is between Rotate the mode dial to select the
two modes.
desired mode.
N
My Menu can not be
changed at current
settings.
All registered menu
items cannot be
changed at the
current setting.
44
• Check the settings of functions
187
that are not registered in My Menu.
187
• Change the menu item to be
registered in My Menu.
Technical Notes and Index
N
Travel destination is in
the current time zone.
Description
207
Error Messages
Display
Description
The built-in flash is
lowered when the
N
scene mode is Night
Press the flash pop-up
portrait or
button to raise the flash. Backlighting, or the
Continuous mode is
Continuous flash.
Technical Notes and Index
208
Solution
Press the K (flash pop-up) button
to raise the built-in flash.
A
33, 49,
55, 99
Press the K (flash pop-up) button
to raise the built-in flash. The camera
33, 46
can still shoot normally with the flash
lowered if you do not wish to use it.
N
The flash is lowered.
The built-in flash is not
raised during the
scene auto selector
mode.
P
Speedlight setting error
Group A has not been
Set the group setting of the master
selected for group
commander and remote flash to
setting when shooting
Group A.
using wireless lighting.
Q
Lens error
Lens is not operating
properly.
Turn camera off and then on again. If
error persists, contact retailer or
19
Nikon-authorized service
representative.
P
Communications error
Error occurred during
communication with
printer.
Turn off camera and reconnect cable.
System error
Q
Error has occurred in
camera’s internal
circuitry.
Turn off camera , remove and reinsert
battery, and turn on camera. If the
error persists, contact retailer or
19
Nikon-authorized service
representative.
Q
Initializing lens. Cannot
focus.
The camera cannot
focus.
Wait until the camera recovers
automatically.
202
157,
162
–
Error Messages
Display
PR
Printer error: check
printer status.
Description
Printer error
Solution
Check printer. After solving the
problem, select Resume and press
the k button to resume printing.*
A
-
Load the specified paper size, select
Specified paper size is
PR
Resume and press the k button to
Printer error: check paper not loaded.
resume printing.*
-
Paper has jammed in
the printer.
Remove the jammed paper, select
Resume and press the k button to
resume printing.*
-
No paper is loaded in
PR
Printer error: out of paper the printer.
Load the specified paper size, select
Resume and press the k button to
resume printing.*
-
PR
Printer error: check ink
Ink error
Check ink, select Resume and press
the k button to resume printing.*
-
PR
Printer error: out of ink
Replace ink cartridge, select Resume
Ink cartridge is empty. and press the k button to resume
printing.*
PR
Printer error: file corrupt
An error caused by the
Select Cancel and press the k
image file has
button to cancel printing.
occurred.
PR
Printer error: paper jam
-
* See the documentation provided with your printer for further guidance and information.
Technical Notes and Index
209
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
Cause/Solution
Technical Notes and Index
19
24
19, 30
Monitor is blank.
26
Monitor is hard to
read.
• Ambient lighting too bright: use viewfinder or move to
darker location.
• Adjust monitor brightness.
• Monitor is dirty. Clean monitor.
• Use monitor brightness boost.
The viewfinder is
hard to read.
Adjust diopter adjustment control.
26
Camera turns off
without warning.
• Battery is exhausted.
• Camera has turned off automatically to save power.
• Inside of the camera has become hot. Leave the camera
off until the inside of the camera has cooled.
• At low temperatures, the camera and the battery may not
function normally.
24
19
-
14
156
154
100
173
195
15
196
Date and time of
recording are not
correct.
• If the date has not been set (“Date not set” indicator blinks 20, 170
during shooting), still pictures have a time stamp of “00/
00/0000 00:00”; and movies are dated “01/01/10 00:00.”
Set the correct date and time using Date in the setup
menu.
• The camera clock is not as accurate as a normal clock, such 170
as watches. Check camera clock regularly against more
accurate timepieces and reset as required.
No information
displayed in
monitor.
Shooting data and photo information may be hidden. Press
the x button until shooting data or photo information is 14
displayed.
Date imprint not
Date has not been set.
available.
210
A
• Camera is off.
• Battery is exhausted.
• Standby mode for saving power: Press the power switch,
shutter-release button or the c button, or rotate the
mode dial.
• Monitor is turned off. Press the x button to turn it on.
• Camera and computer are connected via USB cable.
• Camera and TV are connected via A/V cable or HDMI
cable.
• Interval timer shooting in progress.
20, 170
Troubleshooting
Problem
Cause/Solution
A
Date not
appearing on
pictures even
when Date
imprint is
enabled.
• A shooting mode that does not support date imprint is
selected.
• Another function that is set now is restricting the date
imprinting.
• The date cannot be imprinted onto a movie.
Camera settings
reset.
Clock battery is exhausted; all settings were restored to their
171
default values.
Reset file
numbering
cannot be done.
• Reset file numbering cannot be applied when the
folder number reaches 999 and there are images in the
folder. Change the memory card, or format the internal
memory/memory card.
• Reset file numbering cannot be set when the scene
mode is set to Panorama assist, or when the shooting
mode is A, B, C, D, E, F or N and Intvl timer
shooting is chosen for Continuous in the shooting
menu.
174
174
-
188, 203
55, 99, 188, 203
Battery temperature is high. Turn off camera, and allow
Monitor is turned
battery to cool down before resuming use. After the lamp
off, and the powerblinks for three minutes, the camera turns off automatically, 19
on lamp blinks
but you can also press the power switch to turn it off
rapidly.
manually.
When functions such as movie recording are used for a long
time, or when the camera is used in a location with a high
147
ambient temperature, the camera temperature may rise. This
is not a malfunction.
Electronically Controlled Cameras
In extremely rare instances, unusual characters may appear on the monitor and the
camera may stop functioning. In most cases, this phenomenon is caused by a strong
external static charge. Turn the camera off, remove and replace the battery, then turn the
camera on again. Note that disconnecting the power source as described above may
result in the loss of any data not recorded on the internal memory or memory card at the
time the problem occurred. Data already recorded is not affected. In the event of
continued malfunction, contact your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative.
Technical Notes and Index
Camera
temperature rises.
211
Troubleshooting
Shooting
Problem
Cause/Solution
Disconnect the audio/video cable, HDMI cable or USB cable. 154, 157, 162
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.
• When the scene mode is Night portrait or
Backlighting, or Continuous in the shooting menu is
set to Continuous flash, raise the built-in flash.
• When flash lamp blinks, flash is charging.
29
Camera cannot
focus.
• The intended subject is one with which autofocus does
not perform well.
• Set AF assist in the setup menu to Auto.
• Subject not in focus area when shutter-release button
pressed halfway.
• The focus mode is set to E (manual focus).
• Turn camera off and then on again.
•
•
•
•
32
175, 176
99
35
Pictures are
blurred.
Technical Notes and Index
Use flash.
Use vibration reduction and motion detection.
Use D (Best Shot Selector).
Use a tripod to stabilize the camera (use with the selftimer for better results).
13
24
33, 49, 55, 99
34
177
28, 84
40
19
Streaks of light or
partial
discoloration are
visible on the
monitor.
Smear occurs when extremely bright light strikes the image
sensor. When shooting with Continuous set to Multi-shot 16
and when recording movies, avoiding bright objects, such as 198
the sun, reflections of the sun, and electric lights is
recommended.
Bright specks
appear in pictures
shot using flash.
Flash is reflecting off particles in air. Set the flash to W (Off). 32
•
•
•
Flash does not fire.
•
•
212
A
Cannot set to
shooting mode
Flash is set to W (Off).
A scene mode that cannot turn on flash is selected.
The movie mode is selected.
Another function that is set now is restricting the flash.
Built-in flash does not fire when a Speedlight (external
flash unit) is used.
32
45
148
108
202
Troubleshooting
Problem
Zoom does not
operate.
Cause/Solution
• Off is selected for Digital zoom in the setup menu.
• The digital zoom cannot be used in the following
situations.
- When the focus mode is set to E (manual focus)
- When Subject tracking is selected for AF area mode
- When Smile timer is set
- When Scene auto selector, Portrait or Night
Digital zoom is not
portrait is selected in scene mode
available.
- When Image quality in the quick menu is set to NRW
(RAW), NRW (RAW) + Fine, NRW (RAW) + Normal or
NRW (RAW) + Basic
- When On is selected for Wide-angle converter in the
shooting menu
- When Multi-shot 16 is set for Continuous in the
shooting menu
Image size not
available.
A
• On is selected for Wide-angle converter in the shooting 104
menu.
• When the lens ring is removed while the camera is on, the 104
zoom is fixed in a wide-angle end. Turn the camera off,
attach the lens ring, and then turn the camera on again.
Another function that is set now is restricting Image size.
40
85
36
46, 48, 49
68
104
99
108
179
99
80
49, 54
146
5, 26
AF-assist
illuminator does
not light.
Off is selected for AF assist in the setup menu. Even when
Auto is set, AF-assist illuminator may not light depending on 177
the focus area position or scene mode.
Pictures appear
smeared.
Lens is dirty. Clean lens.
195
Colors are
unnatural.
White balance does not match light source.
76
Technical Notes and Index
• Off is selected for Shutter sound under Sound settings
in the setup menu.
• Continuous, BSS, Continuous flash or Multi-shot 16 is
selected for Continuous in the shooting menu.
No sound when
• A mode other than Off is selected for Auto bracketing in
shutter is released.
the quick menu.
• Sports or Museum is selected in scene mode.
• The movie mode is selected.
• Do not block the speaker.
178
213
Troubleshooting
Technical Notes and Index
Problem
Cause/Solution
Randomly spaced
bright pixels
(“noise”) appear in
image.
As the subject is dark, shutter speed is too slow or ISO
sensitivity is too high.
• Use flash.
• Specify a lower ISO sensitivity setting.
• Apply Long exposure NR in the shooting menu to suit
situations.
• Use a scene mode which has noise reduction.
Pictures are too
dark
(underexposed).
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, and set the scene
mode to Backlighting or set the flash mode to X (fill flash).
• On is selected for Built-in ND filter in the setup menu.
32
26
32
43
74
32, 55
Pictures are too
bright
(overexposed).
• Adjust exposure compensation.
• Use Built-in ND filter setting in the setup menu.
43
184
Unexpected results
occurred when
flash is set to auto
with red-eye
reduction.
When V (Auto with red-eye reduction) or “fill flash with
slow sync and red-eye reduction” of the Night portrait
scene mode is applied during shooting, In-Camera Red-Eye
Fix may, in very rare cases, be applied to areas not affected by 32, 49
red-eye. Set a flash mode other than V (Auto with red-eye
reduction), select a scene mode other than Night portrait,
and resume shooting.
Skin softening
results are not as
expected.
• Skin softening may not produce the desired results
depending on shooting conditions.
• For pictures with four or more faces, try using Skin
softening in the playback menu.
32
74
103
45
184
36
139
It may take more time to save images in the following
situations.
Saving images
takes time.
Cannot set or use
Continuous or
Auto bracketing.
214
•
•
•
•
•
•
A
• When the noise reduction function is in operation
• When flash is set to V (Auto with red-eye reduction)
• When using scene mode Portrait or Night portrait
while shooting
• When using Smile timer while shooting
• When using Active D-Lighting while shooting
• When Image quality is set to NRW (RAW), NRW
(RAW) + Fine, NRW (RAW) + Normal or NRW
(RAW) + Basic
Another function that is set now is restricting the
Continuous setting or Auto bracketing.
103
32
48, 49
36
106
68
108
Troubleshooting
Problem
Cannot set
COOLPIX Picture
Control.
Cause/Solution
Another function that is set now is restricting COOLPIX
Picture Control.
A
108
Playback
Problem
File cannot be
played back.
A
Cause/Solution
• File was overwritten or renamed by computer or another
make or model of camera.
• Interval timer shooting in progress.
• NRW (RAW) images or movies recorded with cameras
other than COOLPIX P7000 cannot be played back.
–
100
68, 146
Cannot zoom in on Playback zoom cannot be used with movies, small pictures,
–
picture.
or cropped copies of size 320 × 240 pixels and below.
• Voice memos cannot be attached to movies.
• Voice memos cannot be attached to pictures shot by
cameras other than the COOLPIX P7000, and voice
memos recorded by other cameras cannot be played
back.
151
132
70
Pictures and
movies cannot be
edited.
• Editing other than Black border cannot be performed on
pictures shot with Image size of I 3648×2432,
z 3584×2016, and H 2736×2736.
• No editing other than NRW (RAW) processing can be
performed for pictures in the NRW (RAW) format. To edit
such pictures, first create JPEG pictures using NRW (RAW)
processing, and then edit the JPEG pictures.
• Confirm the conditions that are required for editing.
• Pictures and movies taken with cameras other than
COOLPIX P7000 cannot be edited.
Pictures not
displayed on
television.
143
133
–
183
• Video mode or HDMI is not correctly set in the TV
settings setup menu.
• Both an HDMI cable and an audio/video cable, or both an 154
HDMI cable and a USB cable are connected.
• Memory card contains no pictures. Replace memory card. 22
Remove memory card to play back pictures from internal
memory.
Technical Notes and Index
Cannot record or
play back voice
memo.
215
Troubleshooting
Problem
Nikon Transfer 2
does not start
when camera is
connected to a
computer.
Technical Notes and Index
216
A
Cause/Solution
•
•
•
•
•
Camera is off.
Battery is exhausted.
USB cable is not correctly connected.
Camera is not recognized by the computer.
Confirm that the operating system used is compatible
with the camera.
• Computer is not set to launch Nikon Transfer 2 automatically.
For more information on Nikon Transfer 2, refer to help
information contained in ViewNX 2.
19
24
157
–
156
160
Pictures to be
printed are not
displayed.
• Memory card contains no pictures. Replace memory card. 22
• Remove memory card to print pictures from internal
22
memory.
Cannot select
paper size with
camera.
Paper size cannot be selected from the camera in the
following situations, even for PictBridge compatible printers.
Use the printer to select page size.
• The paper size selected using the camera is not
163, 164
compatible with the printer.
• A printer that automatically sets the paper size is being
–
used.
Specifications
Nikon COOLPIX P7000 Digital Camera
Type
Effective pixels
Image sensor
Lens
Focal length
f/-number
Construction
Digital zoom
Vibration reduction
Autofocus (AF)
Focus range (from
lens)
Focus-area selection
Viewfinder
Frame coverage
Frame coverage
(shooting mode)
Frame coverage
(playback mode)
Storage
Media
File system
File formats
Image size
(pixels)
Internal memory (approx. 79 MB),
SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card
DCF, Exif 2.2, and DPOF compliant
Still pictures: JPEG, NRW (RAW)
• RAW and JPEG can be recorded simultaneously
Sound files (Voice Memo): WAV
Movies: MOV (Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, Audio: AAC stereo)
• 10 M
3648×2736
• 8M
3264×2448
• 5M
2592×1944
• 3M
2048×1536
• 2M
1600×1200
• 1M
1280×960
• PC
1024×768
• VGA
640×480
• 3:2
3648×2432
• 16:9
3584×2016
• 1:1
2736×2736
Technical Notes and Index
Monitor
Compact digital camera
10.1 million
1/1.7-in. type CCD; approx. 10.39 million total pixels
7.1× optical zoom, NIKKOR lens
6.0-42.6mm (angle of view equivalent to that of 28-200 mm lens in
35mm [135] format)
f/2.8-5.6
11 elements in 9 groups
Up to 4× (angle of view equivalent to that of approx. 800 mm lens
in 35mm [135] format)
Lens shift
Contrast-detect AF
• Approx. 50 cm (1 ft. 8 in.) to ∞ (wide-angle side), approx. 80
cm (2 ft. 8 in.) to ∞ (telephoto side)
• Macro close-up mode: Approx. 2 cm (0.8 in.) to ∞ (wide-angle
side of the G icon)
Face priority, auto (9-area automatic selection), center (wide,
normal, spot), manual with 99 focus areas, subject tracking
Real-image optical viewfinder, with diopter adjustment
function
Approx. 80% horizontal and 80% vertical (compared to actual
picture)
7.5cm (3-in.), approx. 921k-dot, TFT LCD monitor with antireflection coating and 5-level brightness adjustment
Approx. 97% horizontal and 97% vertical (compared to actual
picture)
Approx. 100% horizontal and 100% vertical (compared to actual
picture)
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Specifications
ISO sensitivity
(Standard output
sensitivity)
•
•
•
•
•
ISO 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, Hi 1 (equivalent to 6400)
Auto (auto gain from ISO 100 to 800)
High ISO Sensitivity auto (ISO 100 to 1600)
Fixed range auto (ISO 100 to 200, 100 to 400)
Low noise night mode (ISO 400 to 12800)
Exposure
Metering
Exposure control
Shutter
Speed
•
•
•
•
1/2000 - 8 s (A, B mode)
1/4000 - 8 s (C mode)
1/4000 - 60 s (D mode)
4 s (Fireworks show scene mode)
Technical Notes and Index
Aperture
Range
Self-timer
Built-in flash
Range (approx.)
(ISO sensitivity: Auto)
Flash control
Electronically-controlled 6-blade iris diaphragm
10 steps of 1/3 EV
Durations of 2 or 10 seconds can be selected
Accessory shoe
ISO 518 hot-shoe contact with sync and data contacts and
safety lock
Interface
Data transfer protocol
Video output
Hi-Speed USB
MTP, PTP
Can be selected from NTSC and PAL
Audio/video output; digital I/O (USB); HDMI Mini Connector
(HDMI output), External microphone connector (Stereo minipin jack (3.5 mm diameter), input impedance 2 kΩ, sensitivity
-42 dB or less, plug-in power type)
I/O terminal
218
256-segment matrix, center-weighted, spot, spot AF area (with
support for 99 focus areas)
Programmed auto exposure with flexible program, shutter
priority auto, aperture-priority auto, manual, exposure
bracketing (Tv), exposure bracketing (Sv), motion detection,
exposure compensation
(–3.0 to +3.0 EV in steps of 1/3 EV)
Mechanical and charge-coupled electronic shutter
[W]: 0.5 to 6.5 m (1 ft. 8 in. to 21 ft.)
[T]: 0.8 to 3 m (2 ft. 8 in. to 9 ft. 10 in.)
TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes
Specifications
Supported languages
Power sources
Battery life
(EN-EL14)
Tripod socket
Dimensions
(W × H × D)
Weight
Operating environment
Temperature
Humidity
Arabic, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Czech, Danish,
Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hungarian,
Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish,
Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Turkish
• One Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL14 (supplied)
• AC Adapter EH-5a (used in combination with the Power
Connector EP-5A) (available separately)
Still pictures*: Approx. 350 shots
Movies: Approx. 2 h 45 min (HD 720p (1280×720))
1/4 (ISO 1222)
Approx. 114.2 × 77 × 44.8 mm (4.5 × 3.1 × 1.8 in.) (excluding
projections)
Approx. 360 g (12.7 oz) (with 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-EL14 operated at an ambient temperature of
25 °C (77 °F).
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL14
Type
Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
Rated capacity
DC 7.4 V, 1030 mAh
Operating temperature
0 to 40 °C (32 to 104 °F)
Dimensions
(W × H × D)
Approx. 38 × 53 × 14 mm (1.5 × 2.1 × 0.6 in.) (excluding
projections)
Weight
Approx. 48 g (1.7 oz) (excluding terminal cover)
Technical Notes and Index
* Based on Camera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA) standards for measuring the life
of camera batteries. Measured at 23 (±2) °C (73 (±4) °F); zoom adjusted with each shot, flash
fired with every other shot, Image quality set to Normal, Image size set to M 3648×2736.
Battery life may vary depending on shooting interval and length of time menus and images
are displayed.
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Specifications
Battery Charger MH-24
Rated input
AC 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.2 A max.
Rated capacity
18 to 24 VA
Rated output
DC 8.4 V, 0.9 A
Supported rechargeable
battery
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL14
Charging time
Approx. 1 hour and 30 minutes when no charge remains
Operating temperature
0 to 40 °C (32 to 104 °F)
Dimensions
(W × H × D)
Approx. 70 × 26 × 97 mm (2.8 × 1.0 × 3.8 in.)
Weight
Approx. 89 g (3.1 oz), excluding plug adapter
B
Specifications
• Nikon will not be held liable for any errors this manual may contain.
• The appearance of this product and its specifications are subject to change without notice.
Supported Standards
Technical Notes and Index
220
• 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 at a digital photo lab or with a household printer 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 2.2, a standard that allows information stored with
photographs to be used for optimal color reproduction when images are output
from Exif-compliant printers.
• PictBridge: A standard developed cooperatively by the digital camera and
printer industries, allowing photographs to be output directly to a printer without
connecting the camera to a computer.
Specifications
Approved Memory Cards
The following Secure Digital (SD) memory cards have been tested and approved for
use in this camera.
• When recording a movie onto a memory card, a memory card with an SD speed
class of Class 6 or higher is recommended. If the transfer speed of the card is slow,
the movie recording may end unexpectedly.
SD memory cards
SDHC memory cards2
SanDisk
2 GB1
4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB 64 GB
TOSHIBA
2 GB1
4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB 64 GB
Panasonic
2 GB1
4 GB, 8 GB, 12 GB,
16 GB, 24 GB, 32 GB
Lexar
2 GB1
4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB -
1
2
3
SDXC memory cards3
48 GB, 64 GB
Before using a card reader or similar device, check that the device supports 2 GB cards.
SDHC-compliant. Before using a card reader or similar device, check that the
device supports SDHC.
SDXC-compliant. Before using a card reader or similar device, check that the
device supports SDXC.
• Contact the manufacturer for details on the above cards.
Technical Notes and Index
221
Index
Symbols
Technical Notes and Index
R 57
g AE-L/AF-L button 11, 185
G AF area mode 12, 84
C Aperture-priority auto mode 60, 64
k (apply selection) button 12
d Auto bracketing 67, 80
A Auto mode 24
f Av/Tv button 9, 187
l Delete button 31, 132, 153
X Flash mode 33
K Flash pop-up button 33
p Focus mode 41
w FUNC button 11, 107, 186
a Image quality/Image size/Movie
options 67, 68, 148
b ISO sensitivity 67, 74
O Low noise night mode 58
D Manual mode 60, 65
d Menu button 13
x Monitor button 14
D Movie mode 146
I My menu 67
c Playback button 30
c Playback mode 30
i Playback zoom 118
A Programmed auto mode 60, 62
y Scene mode 45
n Self-timer/Remote control/Smile timer
35, 36, 38
B Shutter-priority auto mode 60, 63
g Tele 27
h Thumbnail display 116
e Tone level information 67, 82
E/F/N User setting mode 112
c White balance 67, 76
f Wide 27
.JPG 203
.MOV 203
.NRW 203
.WAV 203
A
A/V cable 199
AC adapter 199
222
Accessory shoe 202
Accessory Shoe Cover 202
Active D-Lighting 106
Adapter Ring 199
AE-L/AF-L button 185
AF area mode 84
AF assist 177
AF lamp 28
Aperture value 61
Aperture-priority auto mode 64
Audio/video cable 154
Audio/video-in jack 154
Auto 32
Auto bracketing 80
Auto mode 24
Auto off 181
Autofocus 41, 102, 150
Autofocus mode 102, 150
AV cable 154
Av/Tv button 187
B
Backlight o 55
Battery 16, 18, 199
Battery charger 16, 199
Battery level indicator 24
Battery-chamber/memory card slot cover
18, 22
Beach Z 50
Best shot selector 99
Black border 138
Blink warning 189
BSS 99
Built-in flash 32
Built-in ND filter 184
Button sound 179
C
Calendar display 117
Charger 199
Close-up k 52
Color temperature 78
Command dial 9
Computer 156
Continuous 99
Continuous flash 99
Index
Contrast 94
Converter lens 199
COOLPIX Custom Picture Control 96
COOLPIX Picture Control 92
Copy n 54
Crop 145, 152
Custom Picture Control 96
Customize my menu 187
D
Date 20, 170
Date imprint 174
Daylight saving time 20, 171
Delete 31, 127, 132, 153
Digital zoom 27, 178
Diopter adjustment control 26
Distortion control 104
D-Lighting 136
DPOF printing 166
DSCN 203
Dusk/dawn i 51
Focus lock 29
Focus mode 40
Folder name 203
Food u 53
Format 23, 182
Format the internal memory 182
Format the memory card 23, 182
FSCN 203
Full-frame playback 30, 115
Functions that cannot be applied
simultaneously 108
H
HDMI 154, 183
HDMI device control 183
HDMI mini connector 154
Hide Image 130
Histogram 82, 173
I
F
L
Face priority 84
File name 203
Fill flash 32
Filter effects 94
Fireworks show m 54
Firmware version 194
Flash control 105
Flash exposure compensation 102
Flash lamp 34
Flash mode 32
Fn button 186
Focal length 107, 112, 217
Focus 10, 28, 84, 102
Focus area 28, 84
Landscape c 48
Language 183
Lens 197, 217
Lens ring 104
Lens ring release button 104
Li-ion rechargeable battery 16, 199
List by date mode 119
Lithium-ion type battery 16, 18, 199
Long exposure NR 103
Low noise night mode 58
E
Technical Notes and Index
Editing movies 152
Exposure compensation 43
Exposure compensation dial 43
Exposure mode 60
Extension 203
External flash 111, 199, 202
Extracting still pictures 151
Eyelet for camera strap 15
Identifier 203
Image copy 131
Image quality 68
Image sharpening 94
Image size 70
Infinity 40
Initial monitor display 112
Internal memory 22
Internal memory indicator 25
Interval Timer Shooting 99, 100
ISO sensitivity 74
M
Macro close-up 40
Manual 32
223
Index
Manual focus 40, 42
Manual mode 65
Memory capacity 24
Memory card 22, 221
Memory card slot 22
Metering 98
Microphone 132, 146
Miniature effect 142
Minimum shutter speed 74
Mode dial 44
Monitor 6, 8, 197
Monitor brightness 173
Monitor brightness boost indicator 15
Monitor settings 173
Motion detection 176
Movie length 149
Movie menu 149
Movie mode 146
Movie options 148
Movie playback 151
Movie recording 146
Multi-shot 16 99
Museum l 54
My menu 67
Technical Notes and Index
N
Night landscape j 51
Night portrait e 49
Nikon Transfer 2 156, 157
Noise reduction filter 103
NRW (RAW) Images 69
NRW (RAW) images 143
NRW (RAW) processing 143
Number of exposures remaining 24, 71
O
Off 32
Optical zoom 27
Optional accessories 199
P
224
Panorama assist p 55, 56
Panorama Maker 5 156, 160
Paper size 163, 164
Party/indoor f 50
Photo info 173
PictBridge 161, 220
Picture Control 92
Picture editing 133
Playback 30, 115, 116, 117, 118, 132, 151
Playback menu 122
Playback zoom 118
Portrait b 48
Power 19, 20, 24
Power connector 199
Power switch/power-on lamp 19
Preset manual 79
Press halfway 10
Print 161, 163, 164
Print set 123
Print Set Date Option 124
Printer 161
Programmed auto mode 62
Protect 129
Q
Quick adjust 94
Quick menu 67
Quick menu button 67
Quick menu dial 67
Quick retouch 135
R
Rear-curtain sync 32
Rechargeable battery 199
Record orientation 180
Red-eye reduction 32, 177
Remote control 38
Reset all 191
Reset file numbering 188
Resetting Saved Settings 114
Rotary multi selector 12
Rotate image 130
RSCN 203
S
Saturation 94
Save to user setting 113
Scene auto selector x 46
Scene mode 45
Selecting pictures 128
Self-timer 35
Self-timer lamp 35
Setup menu 167
Index
Shooting 24, 44
Shooting date information 14, 82
Shooting menu 90
Shooting with Face Priority 86
Shutter sound 179
Shutter speed 61
Shutter-priority auto mode 63
Shutter-release button 28
Single 99
Skin softening 36, 37, 139
Slide show 126
Slow sync 32
Small picture 137
Smile timer 36
Snow z 50
Sound settings 179
Speedlight 111, 199, 202
Sports d 49
SSCN 203
Straighten 141
Subject tracking 85, 88
Sunset h 51
Switching between tabs 14
Tele 27
Television 154
Thumbnail display 116
Time difference 172
Time zone 172
Toggle Av/Tv selection 66, 187
Tone level information 82
Toning 95
TV settings 183
W
Welcome screen 169
White balance 76
Wide 27
Wide-angle converter 104, 199
Wind noise reduction 150
Z
Zoom 27
Zoom control 27
Zoom memory 107
Zoom speed 179
Technical Notes and Index
T
Viewfinder 26, 197
ViewNX 2 156, 160
Virtual horizon 173
Voice memo 132
Volume 151
U
USB cable 157, 162, 199
USB/Audio video connector 162
USB/audio/video output connector 154,
157
User setting mode 112
V
Vibration reduction 175
Video output 183
View grid 93
View/hide framing grid 173
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