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CT3F01(11) 6MN28411-01

DIGITAL CAMERA

Reference Manual

i

Introduction

Parts of the Camera

The Basics of Shooting and Playback

Shooting Features

Playback Features

Recording and Playing Back Movies

General Camera Setup

Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer

Reference Section

Technical Notes and Index

ii Introduction

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX L620 digital camera. Before using the camera, please read the information in For Your Safety (A viii-xi) and familiarize yourself with the information provided in this manual. After reading, please keep this manual handy and refer to it to enhance your enjoyment of your new camera.

Read This First

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Introduction About This Manual If you want to start using the camera right away, see The Basics of Shooting and Playback (A 10). To learn about the parts of the camera and information that is displayed in the monitor, see Parts of the Camera (A 1).

iv Introduction

Other Information Symbols and Conventions

To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and conventions are used in this manual:

SD, SDHC, and SDXC memory cards are referred to as memory cards in this manual. 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 on a computer monitor appear in bold. In this manual, images are sometimes omitted from monitor display samples so that

monitor indicators can be more clearly shown. Illustrations and monitor content shown in this manual may differ from the actual product.

Icon Description

B This icon indicates cautions and information that should be read before using the camera.

C This icon indicates notes and information that should be read before using the camera.

A/E/F These icons indicate other pages containing relevant information; E: Reference Section, F: Technical Notes and Index.

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Introduction Information and Precautions

Life-Long Learning As part of Nikons 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. Visit the site 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.

For more information about Nikon brand accessories, contact a local authorized Nikon dealer.

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.

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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 Nikons 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).

Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction Note that simply being in possession of material that was digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera or other device may be punishable by law.

Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced 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.

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Introduction 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 users 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 Select an image option in the Welcome screen setting (A 69). Care should be taken to avoid injury or damage to property when physically destroying data storage devices.

viii Introduction

To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equipment. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the product will read them.

WARNINGS

Turn off in the event of malfunction

Should you notice smoke or an unusual smell coming from the camera or AC adapter, unplug the AC adapter and remove the batteries immediately, taking care to avoid burns. 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 AC adapter could result in injury. Repairs should be performed only by qualified technicians. Should

the camera or AC adapter break open as the result of a fall or other accident, take the product to a Nikon-authorized service representative for inspection, after unplugging the product and/or removing the batteries.

Do not use the camera or AC adapter 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.

Handle the camera strap with care

Never place the strap around the neck of an infant or child.

For Your Safety

This icon marks warnings, information that should be read before using this Nikon product, to prevent possible injury.

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Introduction Keep out of reach of children

Particular care should be taken to prevent infants from putting the batteries or other small parts into their mouths.

Do not remain in contact with the camera, battery charger, or AC adapter for extended periods while the devices are on or in use

Parts of the devices become hot. Leaving the devices in direct contact with the skin for extended periods may result in low-temperature burns.

Do not leave the product where it will be exposed to extremely high temperatures, such as in an enclosed automobile or in direct sunlight

Failure to observe this precaution could cause damage or fire.

Observe caution when handling batteries

Batteries may leak or explode if improperly handled. Observe the following precautions when handling batteries for use in this product: Before replacing the batteries, turn

the product off. If you are using an AC adapter, be sure it is unplugged.

Use only the batteries approved for use in this product (A 10). Do not combine old and new batteries or batteries of different makes or types.

If Nikon rechargeable Ni-MH batteries EN-MH2 (EN-MH2-B2 or EN-MH2-B4) are purchased separately, charge and use each of them as a set. Do not combine batteries from different pairs.

The EN-MH2 rechargeable batteries are for use with Nikon digital cameras only, and are compatible with COOLPIX L620.

Insert batteries in the correct orientation.

Do not short or disassemble batteries or attempt to remove or break battery insulation or casing.

Do not expose batteries to flame or to excessive heat.

x Introduction

Do not immerse in or expose to water.

Do not transport or store with metal objects such as necklaces or hairpins.

Batteries are prone to leakage when fully discharged. To avoid damage to the product, be sure to remove the batteries when no charge remains.

Discontinue use immediately should you notice any change in the batteries, such as discoloration or deformation.

If liquid from damaged batteries comes in contact with clothing or skin, rinse immediately with plenty of water.

Observe the following precautions when handling the Battery Chargers (available separately)

Keep dry. Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or electric shock.

Dust on or near the metal parts of the plug should be removed with a dry cloth. Continued use could result in fire.

Do not handle the power cable or go near the battery charger during lightning storms. Failure to observe this precaution could result in electric shock.

Do not damage, modify, forcibly tug or bend the power cable, place it under heavy objects, or expose it to heat or flame. 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 DC- to-AC inverters. Failure to observe this precaution could damage the product or result in overheating or fire.

xi

Introduction Use appropriate cables

When connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for the purpose, to maintain compliance with product regulations.

Handle moving parts with care Be careful that your fingers or other objects are not pinched by the lens cover or other moving parts.

CD-ROMs The CD-ROMs included with this device should not be played back on audio CD equipment. Playing 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 subjects eyes could cause temporary visual impairment. The flash should be no less than 1 m (3 ft 4 in.) from the subject. Particular care should be observed when photographing infants.

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. Do not use wireless network functions while in the air. Follow the instructions of the hospital when using while in a hospital. The electromagnetic waves emitted by this camera may disrupt the electronic systems of the airplane or the instruments of the hospital. If you are using an Eye-Fi card, remove it from the camera before boarding an aircraft or entering a hospital.

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Notice for Customers in the U.S.A. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. 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 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.

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 users authority to operate the equipment.

Notices

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Introduction 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.

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 CAN ICES-3 B / NMB-3 B

Notice for Customers in Europe

This symbol indicates that electrical and electronic equipment is to be collected separately. The following apply only to users in European countries: This product is designated for

separate collection at an appropriate collection point. Do not dispose of as household waste.

Separate collection and recycling helps conserve natural resources and prevent negative consequences for human health and the environment that might result from incorrect disposal.

For more information, contact the retailer or the local authorities in charge of waste management.

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This symbol on the batteries indicates that the batteries are 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.

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Introduction

Introduction ................................................... ii Read This First ....................................................... ii

About This Manual .................................................. iii Information and Precautions ............................. v

For Your Safety ................................................. viii WARNINGS ................................................................ viii

Notices ................................................................... xii

Parts of the Camera ..................................... 1 The Camera Body................................................. 1

Attaching the Camera Strap............................... 3 Raising and Lowering the Flash ....................... 3

Using Menus (d Button) .............................. 4 The Monitor ........................................................... 6

Shooting Mode .......................................................... 6 Playback Mode ........................................................... 8

The Basics of Shooting and Playback ... 10 Preparation 1 Insert the Batteries ............... 10

Applicable Batteries.............................................. 10 Preparation 2 Insert a Memory Card.......... 12

Internal Memory and Memory Cards......... 13 Preparation 3 Setting the Display Language, Date, and Time................................................... 14 Step 1 Turn the Camera On........................... 18 Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode.................... 20

Available Shooting Modes ............................... 21

Step 3 Frame a Picture .................................... 22 Using the Zoom ...................................................... 23

Step 4 Focus and Shoot.................................. 24 The Shutter-release Button .............................. 25

Step 5 Play Back Images ................................. 26 Step 6 Delete Images....................................... 27

Shooting Features ..................................... 29 G (Easy Auto) Mode....................................... 29 Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) ... 30

Tips and Notes.......................................................... 31 Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting) ............. 35 Smart Portrait Mode (Capturing Images of Smiling Faces) ......... 37 A (Auto) Mode ................................................ 39 Functions That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector................................................................. 40

Using the Flash ........................................................ 41 Using the Self-timer .............................................. 44 Using Macro Mode................................................ 46 Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation) ................................ 47 Default Settings....................................................... 48

Functions That Can Be Set with the d Button (Shooting Menu) ...................... 50

Options Available in the Shooting Menu... 51 Functions That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously .................................................. 52

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Focusing............................................................... 54 Using Face Detection .......................................... 54 Using Skin Softening............................................ 55 Using Target Finding AF .................................... 56 Subjects Not Suitable for Autofocus.......... 57 Focus Lock.................................................................. 58

Playback Features....................................... 59 Playback Zoom .................................................. 59 Thumbnail Playback, Calendar Display..... 60 Functions That Can Be Set with the d Button (Playback Menu) ....................... 61

Recording and Playing Back Movies.... 63 Recording Movies ............................................. 63

Functions That Can Be Set with the d Button (Movie Menu)............................... 66

Playing Back Movies ........................................ 67

General Camera Setup.............................. 69 Functions That Can Be Set with the d Button (Setup Menu) ............................. 69

Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer ................................. 71

Connection Methods....................................... 71 Using ViewNX 2 ................................................. 73

Installing ViewNX 2 ............................................... 73 Transferring Images to the Computer ...... 76 Viewing Images....................................................... 78

Reference Section ................................. E1 Using Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playback) ........................... E2

Shooting with Easy Panorama ................. E2 Viewing Images Captured with Easy Panorama .............................................................. E5

Favorite Pictures Mode.............................. E6 Adding Images to Albums.......................... E6 Playing Back Images in Albums............... E7 Removing Images from Albums............. E8 Changing the Favorites Album Icon .... E9

Auto Sort Mode .......................................... E10 List by Date Mode...................................... E11 Viewing and Deleting Images Captured Continuously (Sequence)........................ E12

Viewing Images in a Sequence............. E12 Deleting Images in a Sequence ........... E13

Editing Still Images.................................... E14 Before Editing Images ................................ E14 Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and Saturation ... E15 D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and Contrast... E15 Red-eye Correction: Correcting Red Eyes Caused by Using the Flash ...................... E16 Skin Softening: Softening Skin Tones... E17 Filter Effects: Applying Digital Filter Effects................. E18 Small Picture: Reducing the Size of an Image............. E20 Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy........... E21

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Introduction Connecting the Camera to a TV (Viewing Images on a TV)........................ E22 Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print)................................................. E24

Connecting the Camera to a Printer ... E25 Printing Individual Images....................... E26 Printing Multiple Images .......................... E28

Editing Movies ............................................ E31 The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)................................ E33

Image Mode Settings (Image Size and Quality) ........................... E33 White Balance (Adjusting Hue) ............ E35 Continuous Shooting ................................. E38 ISO Sensitivity .................................................. E40 Color Options .................................................. E41 AF Area Mode.................................................. E42

The Smart Portrait Menu......................... E43 Skin Softening ................................................. E43 Smile Timer ....................................................... E44 Blink Proof.......................................................... E45

The Playback Menu ................................... E46 Print Order (Creating a DPOF Print Order) ............... E46 Slide Show......................................................... E50 Protect.................................................................. E51 Rotate Image.................................................... E53 Voice Memo ..................................................... E54 Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory and Memory Card) ....................................... E55 Sequence Display Options...................... E57 Choose Key Picture ...................................... E57

The Movie Menu ........................................ E58 Movie Options................................................. E58 Autofocus Mode ............................................ E61 Wind Noise Reduction ............................... E61

The Setup Menu ......................................... E62 Welcome Screen............................................ E62 Time Zone and Date.................................... E63 Monitor Settings ............................................ E65 Print Date (Imprinting Date and Time) .................... E67 Vibration Reduction..................................... E68 Motion Detection.......................................... E69 AF Assist .............................................................. E70 Digital Zoom .................................................... E70 Sound Settings................................................ E71 Auto Off ............................................................... E71 Format Memory/Format Card............... E72 Language............................................................ E73 TV Settings ......................................................... E73 Blink Warning................................................... E74 Eye-Fi Upload................................................... E75 Reset All ............................................................... E76 Battery Type...................................................... E77 Firmware Version........................................... E77

Error Messages............................................ E78 File Names .................................................... E82 Optional Accessories ................................ E83

Attaching the AN-CP23 Camera Strap ... E84

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Technical Notes and Index.................. F1 Caring for the Product ................................. F2

The Camera............................................................ F2 Batteries.................................................................... F3 Memory Cards...................................................... F5

Cleaning and Storage................................... F6 Cleaning................................................................... F6 Storage ..................................................................... F7

Troubleshooting ............................................ F8 Specifications ............................................... F16

Approved Memory Cards........................... F20 Index................................................................ F23

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Parts of the Camera The Camera Body

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Lens cover closed

1 Eyelet for camera strap ...................................... 3

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Zoom control........................................................ 23 f : wide-angle............................................... 23 g : telephoto.................................................. 23 h : thumbnail playback........................... 60 i : playback zoom...................................... 59 j : help .............................................................. 30

3 Shutter-release button.................................... 24

4 Power switch/power-on lamp................... 18

5 Self-timer lamp..................................................... 44 AF-assist illuminator.......................................... 69

6 Microphone (stereo) .................................61, 63

7 Flash .......................................................................3, 41

8 Lens cover

9 Lens

10 Power connector cover (for AC adapter available separately from Nikon) ......E83

11 Connector cover..................................................71

12 HDMI micro connector (Type D) ...............71

13 USB/audio/video output connector.......71

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1 K (flash pop-up) control ...................... 3, 41

2 Flash lamp............................................................... 43

3 b (e movie-record) button..................... 63

4 A (shooting mode) button .........................................................29, 30, 35, 37, 39

5 c (playback) button....................................... 26

6 Multi selector............................................................ 4

7 k (apply selection) button ............................ 4

8 l (delete) button...............................................27

9 d (menu) button ............. 4, 50, 61, 66, 69

10 Battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover..........................10, 12

11 Tripod socket ..................................................F18

12 Monitor.........................................................................6

13 Speaker..............................................................61, 67

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Attaching the Camera Strap Pass the strap through either the left or right strap eyelet and attach the strap.

Raising and Lowering the Flash Slide the K (flash pop-up) control to raise the flash. See Using the Flash (A 41) for more information about flash settings. Push the flash down gently to lower the flash until it clicks into place when not in use.

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Use the multi selector and k button to navigate the menus.

Using Menus (d Button)

1 Press the d button. The menu is displayed.

2 Press the multi selector J. The current menu icon is displayed in

yellow.

3 Select the desired menu icon. The menu is changed.

4 Press the k button. The menu options become selectable.

I mage mode

White balance

Continuous

ISO sensit iv i t y

Shooting menu

Color opt ions

AF area mode

Menu icons

Welcome screen

Pr int date

Set up

Time zone and date

Monitor sett ings

Vibrat ion reduc t ion

Motion detec t ion

AF ass ist

Welcome screen

Time zone and date

M onitor sett ings

Pr int date

Vibrat ion reduc t ion

M otion detec t ion

AF ass ist

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Parts of the Cam era

C Notes About Setting Menu Options Certain menu options cannot be set depending on the current shooting mode or the state of the

camera. Unavailable options are displayed in gray and cannot be selected. When a menu is displayed, you can switch to shooting mode by pressing the shutter-release

button, A (shooting mode) button, or b (e movie-record) button.

5 Select a menu option. 6 Press the k button. The settings for the option you selected

are displayed.

7 Select a setting. 8 Press the k button. The setting you selected is applied. When you are finished using the menu,

press the d button.

Welcome screen

Time zone and date

Monitor sett ings

Pr int date

Vibrat ion reduc t ion

Motion detec t ion

AF ass ist

Vibrat ion reduc t ion

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Vibrat ion reduc t ion

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The information that is displayed in the monitor during shooting and playback changes depending on the cameras settings and state of use. By default, information is displayed when the camera is first turned on and when you operate the camera, and turns off after a few seconds (when Photo info is set to Auto info in Monitor settings (A 69)).

Shooting Mode

The Monitor

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1 Shooting mode............................................ 20, 21

2 Flash mode............................................................. 41

3 Macro mode .......................................................... 46

4 Zoom indicator ............................................ 23, 46

5 Focus indicator..................................................... 24

6 Movie options (normal speed movies).... 66

7 Movie options (HS movies) .......................... 66

8 Image mode ..........................................51, E33

9 Easy panorama..................................................... 33

10 Vibration reduction icon ................................ 69

11 Motion detection icon .................................... 69

12 Wind noise reduction ...................................... 66

13 Exposure compensation value .................. 47

14 Movie recording time remaining ............. 63

15 Number of exposures remaining (still images) ........................................................... 18

16 Internal memory indicator............................ 18

17 Focus area (center) ............................................ 24

18 Focus area (target finding AF) ............ 51, 56

19 Focus area (face detection, pet detection) .......................................24, 34, 37

20 Aperture value ......................................................25

21 Shutter speed........................................................25

22 Travel destination icon ....................................69

23 ISO sensitivity.........................................................51

24 Battery level indicator ......................................18

25 Date not set indicator ...........................14, 69

26 Print date..................................................................69

27 Eye-Fi communication indicator ...............70

28 Skin softening........................................................51

29 White balance mode ........................................51

30 Color options.........................................................51

31 Continuous shooting mode ................34, 51

32 Blink proof icon ....................................................51

33 Hand-held, tripod .......................................31, 32

34 Self-timer indicator ............................................44

35 Smile timer ..............................................................51

36 Pet portrait auto release .................................34

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Playback Mode

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1 Album icon in favorite pictures mode ...E6

2 Category icon in auto sort mode .....E10

3 List by date icon ..........................................E11

4 Protect icon............................................61, E51

5 Sequence display (when Individual pictures is selected) ........................62, E57

6 Print order icon ....................................61, E46

7 Voice memo indicator.....................61, E54

8 Skin softening icon............................61, E17

9 Filter effects icon.................................61, E18

10 D-Lighting icon....................................61, E15

11 Quick retouch icon............................61, E15

12 Red-eye correction icon.................61, E16

13 Internal memory indicator............................ 13

14 (a) Current image number/

total number of images.......................... 26 (b) Movie length................................................. 67

15 Volume indicator.................................................67

16 Image mode.......................................... 51, E33

17 Movie options ...................................... 66, E58

18 Easy panorama ....................................... 33, E2

19 Crop icon................................................. 59, E21

20 Small picture icon.............................. 61, E20

21 Easy panorama playback guide ... 33, E5 Sequence playback guide ............ 62, E12 Movie playback guide......................................67

22 Time of recording ...............................................14

23 Date of recording................................................14

24 Battery level indicator ......................................18

25 File number and type..............................E82

26 Eye-Fi communication indicator ....................................................................... 70, E75

10 The Basics of Shooting and Playback

The Basics of Shooting and Playback

1 Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. Hold the camera upside down to prevent the batteries from

falling out.

2 Insert the batteries. Confirm that the positive (+) and negative () terminals are

oriented correctly and insert the batteries.

3 Close the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.

Applicable Batteries Two LR6/L40 (AA-size) alkaline batteries (included batteries) Two FR6/L91 (AA-size) lithium batteries Two EN-MH2 rechargeable Ni-MH (nickel metal hydride) batteries

Preparation 1 Insert the Batteries

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The Basics of Shooting and Playback B Removing the Batteries Turn the camera off and make sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have turned off, and

then open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. The camera, batteries, and memory card may be hot immediately after using the camera.

B Notes About the Batteries Do not combine old and new batteries or batteries of different makes or types. Batteries with the following defects cannot be used:

B Battery Type By setting Battery type in the setup menu (A 70) to match the type of batteries inserted in the camera, the batteries can perform more efficiently. The default setting is the type of batteries included with purchase.

C Alkaline Batteries Performance of alkaline batteries may vary greatly depending on the manufacturer. Choose a reliable brand.

Batteries with insulation that does not cover the area around the negative terminal

Batteries with peeling Batteries with a flat negative terminal

12 The Basics of Shooting and Playback

1 Turn off the camera and open the battery- chamber/memory card slot cover. Hold the camera upside down to prevent the batteries from

falling out.

2 Insert the memory card. Slide the memory card in until it clicks into place.

B Be Careful to Insert the Memory Card in Correct Direction

Inserting the memory card upside down or backwards could damage the camera and the memory card.

3 Close the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.

Preparation 2 Insert a Memory Card

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The Basics of Shooting and Playback B Formatting Memory Cards The first time you insert a memory card that has been used in another device into this camera, make sure to format it with this camera. Insert the card into the camera, press the d button, and select Format card in the setup menu.

Removing Memory Cards Turn the camera off and make sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have turned off, and then open the battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover. Gently push the memory card into the camera (1) to partially eject the card (2).

B High Temperature Caution The camera, batteries, and memory card may be hot immediately after using the camera.

Internal Memory and Memory Cards Camera data, including images and movies, can be saved either in the cameras internal memory or on a memory card. To use the cameras internal memory, first remove the memory card.

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When the camera is turned on for the first time, the language-selection screen and the date and time setting screen for the camera clock are displayed. If you exit without setting the date and time, O will flash when the shooting screen is

displayed.

1 Press the power switch to turn on the camera.

2 Use the multi selector HI to select the desired language and press the k button.

3 Select Yes and press the k button.

Preparation 3 Setting the Display Language, Date, and Time

Cancel

Language

Cancel

Yes

No

Choose t ime zone and set date and t ime?

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The Basics of Shooting and Playback 4 Select your home time zone and

press the k button. To enable daylight saving time, press H.

When the daylight saving time function is enabled, W is displayed above the map. To turn off the daylight saving time function, press I.

5 Select the date format and press the k button.

6 Set the date and time, and press the k button. Select a field: Press JK (changes between D, M, Y, hour,

and minute). Edit the date and time: Press HI. Confirm the setting: Select the minute field and press the

k button.

7 Select Yes and press the k button.

Back

London, Casablanca

Date format

Year/Month/Day

Month/Day/Year

Day/Month/Year

Edit

Date and t ime

01 01 2013

00 00

YMD

Edit

Date and t ime

Yes

No

OK? 15/11/2013 15 :30

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8 Press the A button. The shooting-mode selection screen is displayed.

9 When Easy auto mode is displayed, press the k button. The camera enters the shooting mode and you can take

images in Easy auto mode (A 20). To switch to another shooting mode, press HI before

pressing the k button.

Edit

Date and t ime

Press this button in shoot ing mode for shoot ing-mode selec t ion menu.

Easy auto mode

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The Basics of Shooting and Playback C Changing the Language Setting and the Date and Time Setting You can change these settings using the Language and Time zone and date settings in the z setup menu (A 69).

You can enable or disable daylight saving time in the z setup menu by selecting Time zone and date followed by Time zone. Press the multi selector K and then H to enable daylight saving time and move the clock forward one hour, or I to disable daylight saving time and move the clock back one hour.

C The Clock Battery The cameras clock is powered by a built-in backup battery. The backup battery charges when the

main batteries are inserted into the camera or when the camera is connected to an optional AC adapter, and it can run the clock for several days after about ten hours of charging.

If the cameras backup battery becomes exhausted, the date and time setting screen is displayed when the camera is turned on. Set the date and time again. See step 3 (A 14) of Preparation 3 Setting the Display Language, Date, and Time for more information.

C Imprinting the Shooting Date on Printed Images You can permanently imprint the shooting date on images as they are captured by setting Print

date in the setup menu (A 69). If you want the shooting date to be printed without using the Print date setting, print using the

ViewNX 2 software (A 73).

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1 Press the power switch. The monitor turns on. To turn the camera off, press the power switch again.

2 Check the battery level indicator and the number of exposures remaining. Battery level indicator

Number of Exposures Remaining The number of images that can be taken is displayed. C is displayed when no memory card is inserted in the camera, and images are saved in the

internal memory.

Step 1 Turn the Camera On

Display Description

b The battery level is high.

B The battery level is low.

Battery exhausted.

The camera cannot capture images. Replace the batteries.

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Number of exposures remaining

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The Basics of Shooting and Playback C Notes About the Flash When you need to use the flash, such as when shooting in dark locations or when the subject is backlit, slide the K (flash pop-up) control to raise the flash (A 3, 41).

C The Auto Off Function

The time that elapses before the camera enters standby mode is about one minute. The time can be changed using the Auto off setting in the setup menu (A 70).

While the camera is in standby mode, the monitor turns back on if you perform any of the following operations: Press the power switch, shutter-release button, A (shooting mode) button, c (playback)

button, or b (e movie-record) button

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Flashes

No operations performed

No operations performed

3 min

Camera enters standby mode.

Camera turns off.

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1 Press the A button.

2 Use the multi selector HI to select a shooting mode and press the k button. G (easy auto) mode is used in this example. The shooting mode setting is saved even after

the camera is turned off.

Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode

Easy auto mode

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The Basics of Shooting and Playback Available Shooting Modes G Easy auto mode A 29

The camera automatically selects the optimum scene mode when you frame an image, making it even easier to take images using settings that suit the scene.

b Scene mode A 30

Camera settings are optimized according to the scene that you select.

G Special effects A 35

Effects can be applied to images during shooting.

F Smart portrait A 37

When the camera detects a smiling face, you can take an image automatically without pressing the shutter-release button (smile timer). You can also use the skin softening option to smooth the skin tones of human faces.

A Auto mode A 39

Used for general shooting. Settings can be adjusted to suit the shooting conditions and the type of shot you want to capture.

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1 Hold the camera steady. Keep fingers and other objects away from the lens, flash,

AF-assist illuminator, microphone, and speaker.

2 Frame the picture. When the camera automatically determines the scene

mode, the shooting mode icon changes (A 29).

Step 3 Frame a Picture

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The Basics of Shooting and Playback B Notes About Easy Auto Mode Depending upon shooting conditions, the camera may not select the desired scene mode. In this

case, select another shooting mode (A 30, 35, 37, 39). When the digital zoom is in effect, the scene mode changes to U.

C When Using a Tripod We recommend using a tripod to stabilize the camera in the following situations.

- When shooting in dim lighting - When the flash is lowered or when using a shooting mode in which the flash does not fire - When using the telephoto setting

When using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting, set Vibration reduction to Off in the setup menu (A 69) to prevent potential errors caused by this function.

Using the Zoom When you move the zoom control, the zoom lens position changes. To zoom in closer to the subject: Move toward g (telephoto) To zoom out and view a larger area: Move toward

f (wide-angle) When you turn the camera on, the zoom moves to the maximum wide-angle position.

The zoom operates quickly when you rotate the zoom control fully (except when recording movies).

A zoom indicator is displayed at the top of the monitor when the zoom control is moved.

Digital zoom, which allows you to further magnify the subject up to approximately 2 the maximum optical zoom ratio, can be activated by moving and holding the zoom control toward g when the camera is zoomed in to the maximum optical zoom position.

C Digital Zoom and Interpolation While using digital zoom, the image quality decreases due to interpolation when the zoom is increased beyond the V position. The position of V moves to the right as the size of an image decreases.

Zoom out Zoom in

Optical zoom Digital zoom

Small image size

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1 Press the shutter-release button halfway. When the subject is in focus, the focus area glows green

(multiple focus areas can glow green). When you are using digital zoom, the camera focuses on

the subject in the center of the frame and the focus area is not displayed. When the camera has focused, the focus indicator (A 7) glows green.

If the focus area or focus indicator flashes, the camera is unable to focus. Modify the composition and try pressing the shutter-release button halfway again.

2 Without lifting your finger, press the shutter- release button the rest of the way down.

Step 4 Focus and Shoot

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The Basics of Shooting and Playback The Shutter-release Button

B Notes About Saving Images and Recording Movies The indicator showing the number of exposures remaining or the indicator showing the maximum movie length flashes while images are being saved or while a movie is being recorded. Do not open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover or remove the batteries or memory card while an indicator is flashing. Doing this could result in loss of data, or in damage to the camera or the memory card.

Press halfway

To set focus and exposure (shutter speed and aperture value), press the shutter-release button lightly until you feel a slight resistance. Focus and exposure remain locked while the shutter- release button is pressed halfway.

Press all the way

Press the shutter-release button all the way to release the shutter and take an image. Do not use force when pressing the shutter-release button, as this may result in camera shake and blurred images. Press the button gently.

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1 Press the c (playback) button. If you press and hold down the c (playback) button

while the camera is turned off, the camera turns on in playback mode.

2 Use the multi selector to select an image to display. Press and hold down HIJK to scroll through the

images quickly.

To return to shooting mode, press the A button or shutter-release button.

Step 5 Play Back Images

c (playback) button

Display the previous image

Display the next image

4 / 4

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The Basics of Shooting and Playback

1 Press the l button to delete the image currently displayed in the monitor.

2 Use the multi selector HI to select the desired deletion method and press the k button. To exit without deleting, press the d button.

3 Select Yes and press the k button. Deleted images cannot be recovered. To cancel, select No and press the k button.

Step 6 Delete Images

Delete

Current image

Erase selec ted images

Al l images

Yes

No

Erase 1 image?

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Operating the Erase Selected Images Screen

1 Use the multi selector JK to select an image to be deleted, and then use H to display c. To undo the selection, press I to remove c. Move the zoom control (A 1) toward g (i) to switch to

full-frame playback or f (h) to switch to thumbnail playback.

2 Add c to all images that you want to delete and then press the k button to confirm the selection. A confirmation dialog is displayed. Follow the instructions displayed in the monitor.

B Deleting Images in a Sequence If you press the l button and delete a key picture while only key pictures are displayed for

sequences of images (A 62), all images in the sequence, including the key picture, are deleted. To delete individual images in a sequence, press the k button to display them one at a time and

press the l button.

C Deleting the Last Image Captured While in Shooting Mode When using shooting mode, press the l button to delete the last image that was saved.

Erase selec ted images

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Shooting Features

The camera automatically selects the optimum scene mode when you frame an image, making it even easier to take images using settings that suit the scene.

Automatic Scene Selection When the camera selects a scene mode, the shooting mode icon displayed in the shooting screen changes to that for the scene mode currently enabled.

Functions Available in G (Easy Auto) Mode Self-timer (A 44) Exposure compensation (A 47) Easy auto mode menu (A 50)

G (Easy Auto) Mode

Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M G (easy auto) mode M k button

e Portrait (close-ups of one or two people)

b Portrait (shots of three or more people, shots with large areas of background)

f Landscape

h Night portrait (close-ups of one or two people)

c Night portrait (shots of three or more people, shots with large areas of background)

g Night landscape

i Close-up

j Backlighting (shots with no people in them)

d Backlighting (shots with people in them)

U Other scenes

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When a scene is selected, camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected scene.

* The icon of the last scene selected is displayed.

1 The camera focuses on the area in the center of the frame. 2 The camera focuses at infinity. 3 Use of a tripod is recommended, because the shutter speed is slow. Set Vibration reduction to

Off in the setup menu (A 69) when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting.

To View a Description (Help Display) of Each Scene Select a scene and move the zoom control (A 1) toward g (j) to view a description of that scene. To return to the original screen, move the zoom control toward g (j) again.

Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)

Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M b (second icon from the top*) M K M HIJK M select a scene M k button

b Portrait (default setting) c Landscape2 d Sports1

(A 31) e Night portrait

(A 31)

f Party/indoor1

(A 31) Z Beach1 z Snow1 h Sunset1, 3

i Dusk/dawn2, 3 j Night landscape2

(A 32) k Close-up1

(A 32) u Food1

(A 32)

l Museum1

(A 33) m Fireworks show2, 3

(A 33) n Black and white

copy1 (A 33) o Backlighting1

(A 33)

p Easy panorama1

(A 33) O Pet portrait

(A 34)

Easy panorama

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Shooting Features Tips and Notes d Sports While the shutter-release button is held all the way down, the camera shoots up to about 6

images continuously at a rate of about 2 fps (when Image mode is set to r 48963672). The frame rate for continuous shooting may vary depending upon the current image mode

setting, the memory card used, or shooting condition. Focus, exposure, and hue are fixed at the values determined with the first image in each series.

e Night portrait

The flash always fires. Raise the flash before shooting. From the screen displayed after e Night portrait is selected, select Hand-held or Tripod. Hand-held (default setting):

- When the e icon at the top left of the monitor glows green, press the shutter-release button all the way to capture a series of images which are combined into a single image and saved.

- Once the shutter-release button is pressed all the way, hold the camera still until a still image is displayed. After taking an image, do not turn the camera off before the monitor switches to the shooting screen.

- If the subject moves while the camera is shooting continuously, the image may be distorted, overlapped, or blurred.

Tripod: - One image is captured at a slow shutter speed when the shutter-release button is pressed all

the way. - Vibration reduction is disabled even when Vibration reduction (A 69) in the setup menu

is set to On.

f Party/indoor

To avoid the effects of camera shake, hold the camera steady. Set Vibration reduction to Off in the setup menu (A 69) when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting.

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j Night landscape

From the screen displayed after j Night landscape is selected, select Hand-held or Tripod. Hand-held (default setting):

- When the j icon at the top left of the monitor glows green, press the shutter-release button all the way to capture a series of images which are combined into a single image and saved.

- Once the shutter-release button is pressed all the way, hold the camera still until a still image is displayed. After taking an image, do not turn the camera off before the monitor switches to the shooting screen.

Tripod: - One image is captured at a slow shutter speed when the shutter-release button is pressed all

the way. - Vibration reduction is disabled even when Vibration reduction (A 69) in the setup menu

is set to On.

k Close-up

Macro mode (A 46) is enabled and the camera automatically zooms to the closest position at which it can focus.

u Food

Macro mode (A 46) is enabled and the camera automatically zooms to the closest position at which it can focus.

You can adjust hue by using the multi selector HI. The hue setting is saved in the cameras memory even after the camera is turned off.

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B Notes About Printing Panorama Images The entire image may not be able to be printed depending on the printers settings. Additionally, printing may not be possible depending on the printer.

l Museum

The camera captures a series of up to ten images while the shutter-release button is held all the way down, and the sharpest image in the series is automatically selected and saved (BSS (Best Shot Selector)).

The flash does not fire.

m Fireworks show

The shutter speed is fixed at about four seconds. Six zoom positions are available.

n Black and white copy

Use together with macro mode (A 46) when shooting subjects that are close to the camera.

o Backlighting

The flash always fires. Raise the flash before shooting.

p Easy panorama

From the screen displayed after p Easy panorama is selected, select the shooting range from Normal (180) or Wide (360).

The zoom position is fixed at wide-angle. Press the shutter-release button all the way down, remove your finger from the button, and

then slowly pan the camera horizontally. Shooting ends when the camera captures the specified shooting range.

Focus and exposure are locked when shooting starts. If you press the k button when a captured image is displayed in full-frame playback mode, the

image scrolls automatically. The images cannot be edited on this camera. See Using Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playback) (E2) for more information.

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B Pet Portrait Auto Release Press the multi selector J (n) to change the Pet portrait auto release settings.

- Y: The camera detects a dog or cat face and automatically releases the shutter when the detected face is in focus.

- k: The camera does not release the shutter automatically, even if a dog or cat face is detected. Press the shutter-release button. The camera also detects human faces when k is selected.

Pet portrait auto release is set to k after five bursts have been taken. Shooting is also possible by pressing the shutter-release button, regardless of the Pet portrait

auto release setting. When Continuous is selected, you can take images continuously while holding down the shutter-release button all the way.

B Focus Area When the camera detects a face, the face is displayed inside a

yellow border. When the camera acquires focus on a face displayed inside a double border (focus area), the double border turns green. If no faces are detected, the camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame.

In some shooting conditions, the pet face may not be detected and other subjects may be displayed inside a border.

O Pet portrait

When you point the camera at a dog or cat, the camera detects the pets face and focuses on it. By default, the shutter is automatically released when focus is acquired (pet portrait auto release).

From the screen displayed after O Pet portrait is selected, select Single or Continuous. - Single: Whenever the detected face is in focus, the camera captures one image. - Continuous: Whenever the detected face is in focus, the camera captures three images

continuously.

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Effects can be applied to images during shooting.

* The icon of the last effect selected is displayed.

Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting)

Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M G (third icon from the top*) M K M HIJK M select an effect M k button

Category Description

G High key (default setting) Gives the entire image a bright tone.

H Low key Gives the entire image a dark tone.

D Soft Softens the image by adding a slight blur to the entire image.

E Nostalgic sepia Adds a sepia tone and reduces the contrast to simulate the qualities of an old photograph.

F High-contrast monochrome Changes the image to black and white and gives it sharp contrast.

I Selective color Creates a black and white image in which only the specified color remains.

Selec t ive color

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The camera focuses on the area in the center of the frame. When Selective color is selected, use the multi selector

HI to select the desired color from the slider. To change settings for any of the following functions, press the k button to cancel color selection. - Flash mode (A 41) - Self-timer (A 44) - Macro mode (A 46) - Exposure compensation (A 47) To return to the color selection screen, press the k button again.

Save

Slider

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When the camera detects a smiling face, you can take an image automatically without pressing the shutter-release button (smile timer (A 51)). You can use the skin softening option to smooth the skin tones of human faces.

1 Frame the picture. Point the camera at a human face.

2 Without pressing the shutter-release button, wait for the subject to smile. If the camera detects that the face framed by the double border is smiling, the shutter is

automatically released. Whenever the camera detects a smiling face, it automatically releases the shutter.

3 End automatic shooting. Perform one of the operations listed below to end shooting.

- Set Smile timer to Off. - Press the A button and select a different shooting mode.

B Notes About Smart Portrait Mode Under some shooting conditions, the camera may be unable to detect faces or detect smiles (A 54). The shutter-release button can also be used for shooting.

C When the Self-timer Lamp Flashes When using smile timer, the self-timer lamp flashes when the camera detects a face and flashes quickly immediately after the shutter is released.

Smart Portrait Mode (Capturing Images of Smiling Faces)

Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M F Smart portrait mode M k button

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Functions Available in Smart Portrait Mode Flash mode (A 41) Self-timer (A 44) Exposure compensation (A 47) Smart portrait menu (A 50)

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Used for general shooting. Settings can be adjusted to suit the shooting conditions and the type of shot you want to capture.

You can change how the camera selects the area of the frame to focus on by changing the AF area mode setting (A 51). The default setting is Target finding AF (A 56).

Functions Available in A (Auto) Mode Flash mode (A 41) Self-timer (A 44) Macro mode (A 46) Exposure compensation (A 47) Shooting menu (A 50)

A (Auto) Mode

Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M A (auto) mode M k button

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The functions that are available vary with the shooting mode, as shown below.

1 Can be set when the flash is raised. The flash does not fire while it is lowered. 2 Availability depends on the setting.

Functions That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector

G (easy auto) Scene Special

effects Smart

portrait A

(auto)

1 X Flash mode1 (A 41)

2

w w2 w

2 n Self-timer (A 44) w w w2 w

3 p Macro (A 46) w w

4 o Exposure compensation (A 47) w w w w

1

3

42

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Shooting Features Using the Flash In dark locations or when the subject is backlit, you can take images with the flash by raising the flash. When using A (auto) mode and other shooting modes, you can select the flash mode to match the shooting conditions.

1 Slide the K (flash pop-up) control. The flash pops up. The flash does not fire while it is lowered. W is displayed to indicate that the flash does not fire.

2 Press the multi selector H (X).

3 Select the desired flash mode (A 42) and press the k button. If a setting is not applied by pressing the k button within

a few seconds, the selection will be canceled.

Auto

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Available Flash Modes

Lower the flash when you do not want the flash to fire.

U Auto

The flash fires when necessary, such as in dim lighting. The flash mode icon on the shooting screen is displayed only immediately after the

setting is made.

V Auto with red-eye reduction

Reduce red-eye in portraits caused by the flash (A 43).

X Fill flash

The flash fires whenever an image is taken. Use to fill-in (illuminate) shadows and backlit subjects.

Y Slow sync

Suited to evening and night portraits that include background scenery. The flash fires when necessary to illuminate the main subject; slow shutter speeds are used to capture background at night or under dim lighting.

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Shooting Features B Lowering the Flash Push the flash down gently to lower the flash until it clicks into place when not in use (A 3).

C The Flash Lamp The status of the flash can be confirmed by pressing the shutter- release button halfway. On: The flash fires when you press the shutter-release button all

the way down. Flashing: The flash is charging. The camera cannot shoot images. Off: The flash does not fire when an image is taken. If the battery level is low, the monitor turns off while the flash is charging.

C The Flash Mode Setting The setting may not be available with some shooting modes. The setting applied in A (auto) mode is saved in the cameras memory even after the camera is

turned off.

C Red-eye Reduction If the camera detects red eye while saving an image, the affected area is processed to reduce red- eye before the image is saved. Note the following when shooting: More time than usual is required to save images. Red-eye reduction may not produce the desired results in all situations. In some cases, red-eye reduction may be applied to areas of an image unnecessarily. In these

cases, select another flash mode and take the image again.

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Using the Self-timer The camera is equipped with a self-timer that releases the shutter about ten seconds after you press the shutter-release button. Set Vibration reduction to Off in the setup menu (A 69) when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting.

1 Press the multi selector J (n).

2 Select ON and press the k button. If a setting is not applied by pressing the k button within

a few seconds, the selection will be canceled. When the shooting mode is Pet portrait scene mode, Y

(pet portrait auto release) is displayed (A 34). The self- timer cannot be used.

3 Frame the picture and press the shutter-release button halfway. Focus and exposure are set.

Sel f - t imer

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rest of the way down. Countdown starts. The self-timer lamp flashes

and then glows steadily about one second before the shutter is released.

When the shutter is released, the self-timer is set to OFF.

To stop the countdown, press the shutter- release button again.

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Using Macro Mode Use macro mode when taking close-up images.

1 Press the multi selector I (p).

2 Select ON and press the k button. If a setting is not applied by pressing the k button within

a few seconds, the selection will be canceled.

3 Move the zoom control to set the zoom ratio to a position where F and the zoom indicator glow green. When the zoom ratio is set to a position where F and the zoom indicator glow green, the

camera can focus on subjects as close as approximately 10 cm (4 in.) from the lens. When the zoom is at the position where G is displayed, the camera can focus on subjects as close as approximately 1 cm (0.4 in.) from the lens.

B Notes About Using the Flash The flash may be unable to light the entire subject at distances of less than 50 cm (1 ft 8 in.).

C The Macro Mode Setting The setting may not be available with some shooting modes. The setting applied in A (auto) mode is saved in the cameras memory even after the camera is

turned off.

Macro mode

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Shooting Features Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation) You can adjust overall image brightness.

1 Press the multi selector K (o).

2 Select a compensation value and press the k button. To brighten the image, set a positive (+) value. To darken the image, set a negative () value. The compensation value is applied, even without pressing

the k button.

C Exposure Compensation Value The setting applied in A (auto) mode is saved in the cameras memory even after the camera is turned off.

Exposure compensat ion

+ 2 . 0

+ 0 . 3

- 2 . 0

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Default Settings Default settings for each shooting mode are described below.

Flash1

(A 41) Self-timer

(A 44) Macro

(A 46)

Exposure compensation

(A 47)

G (easy auto) U2 Off Off3 0.0

Scene

b (portrait) V Off Off4 0.0

c (landscape) W4 Off Off4 0.0

d (sports) W4 Off4 Off4 0.0

e (night portrait) V5 Off Off4 0.0

f (party/indoor) V6 Off Off4 0.0

Z (beach) U Off Off4 0.0

z (snow) U Off Off4 0.0

h (sunset) W4 Off Off4 0.0

i (dusk/dawn) W4 Off Off4 0.0

j (night landscape) W4 Off Off4 0.0

k (close-up) W Off On4 0.0

u (food) W4 Off On4 0.0

l (museum) W4 Off Off 0.0

m (fireworks show) W4 Off4 Off4 0.04

n (black and white copy) W Off Off 0.0

o (backlighting) X4 Off Off4 0.0

p (easy panorama) W4 Off4 Off4 0.0

O (pet portrait) W4 Y7 Off 0.0

G (special effects) U Off Off 0.0

F (smart portrait) U8 Off9 Off4 0.0

A (auto) U Off Off 0.0

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Shooting Features 1 The setting that is used when the flash is raised. 2 The setting cannot be changed. The camera automatically selects the flash mode appropriate for

the scene it has selected. 3 The setting cannot be changed. Automatically changes to macro mode when the camera selects

Close-up. 4 The setting cannot be changed. 5 The setting cannot be changed. The flash mode setting is fixed at fill flash with slow sync and red-

eye reduction. 6 Slow sync with red-eye reduction flash mode may be used. 7 Self-timer cannot be used. Pet portrait auto release can be turned on or off (A 34). 8 Cannot be used when Blink proof is set to On or when Smile timer is set to On (BSS). 9 Can be set when Smile timer is set to Off.

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The settings listed below can be changed by pressing the d button during shooting.

The settings that can be changed vary depending on the shooting mode, as shown below.

* The setting is also applied to other shooting modes.

Functions That Can Be Set with the d Button (Shooting Menu)

Easy auto mode Scene Special

effects Smart

portrait Auto mode

Image mode* w w w w w

White balance w

Continuous w

ISO sensitivity w

Color options w

AF area mode w

Skin softening w

Smile timer w

Blink proof w

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Continuous

ISO sensit iv i t y

AF area mode

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Shooting Features Options Available in the Shooting Menu

Option Description A

Image mode Allows you to set the combination of image size and image quality used when saving images. Default setting: r 48963672

E33

White balance

Allows you to adjust white balance to suit the weather conditions or light source in order to make the colors in images match what you see with your eyes. Default setting: Auto

E35

Continuous Allows you to select single or continuous shooting. Default setting: Single E38

ISO sensitivity

Allows you to control the cameras sensitivity to light. Default setting: Auto When Auto is selected, E is displayed in the monitor while shooting if ISO sensitivity increases.

E40

Color options Allows you to change the color tones of images. Default setting: Standard color E41

AF area mode Allows you to determine how the camera selects the focus area that is used for autofocus. Default setting: Target finding AF (A 56)

E42

Skin softening Allows you to make the skin tones in human faces smoother. Default setting: On E43

Smile timer Allows you to select whether or not the camera automatically releases the shutter when it detects a human smiling face. Default setting: On (BSS)

E44

Blink proof The camera automatically releases the shutter twice with every shot and saves one image in which the subjects eyes are open. Default setting: Off

E45

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Some functions cannot be used with other menu options.

Functions That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously

Restricted function Option Description

Flash mode

Continuous (A 51) When a setting other than Single is selected, the flash cannot be used.

Smile timer (A 51) When On (BSS) is selected, the flash cannot be used.

Blink proof (A 51) When Blink proof is set to On, the flash cannot be used.

Self-timer Smile timer (A 51) When Smile timer is selected, the self-timer cannot be used.

Image mode Continuous (A 51)

Image mode is set as follows depending on the continuous shooting setting: Continuous H: 120 fps:

O (image size: 640 480 pixels) Continuous H: 60 fps:

m (image size: 1920 1080 pixels) Multi-shot 16:

L (image size: 2560 1920 pixels)

White balance Color options (A 51)

When Black-and-white, Sepia, or Cyanotype is selected, the White balance setting is fixed at Auto.

ISO sensitivity Continuous (A 51)

When Continuous H: 120 fps, Continuous H: 60 fps, or Multi-shot 16 is selected, the ISO sensitivity setting is automatically specified according to the brightness.

AF area mode White balance (A 51)

When a setting other than Auto is selected for White balance in Target finding AF mode, the camera does not detect the main subject.

Smile timer Blink proof (A 51) When Smile timer is set to On (BSS), it changes and is fixed at On (single) if Blink proof is set to On.

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B Notes About Digital Zoom Depending on the shooting mode or the current settings, digital zoom may not be available

(E70). When digital zoom is in effect, the camera focuses in the center of the frame.

Blink proof Smile timer (A 51) When Smile timer is set to On (BSS), Blink proof is fixed at Off.

Print date Continuous (A 51) When Continuous H: 120 fps or Continuous H: 60 fps is selected, date and time cannot be imprinted on images.

Motion detection

Flash mode (A 41) When the flash fires, Motion detection is disabled.

Continuous (A 51) When a setting other than Single is selected, Motion detection is disabled.

ISO sensitivity (A 51)

When the ISO sensitivity is set to any setting other than Auto, Motion detection is disabled.

Smile timer (A 51) When On (BSS) is selected, Motion detection is disabled.

Digital zoom Continuous (A 51) When Multi-shot 16 is selected, digital zoom cannot be used.

Shutter sound Continuous (A 51) When a setting other than Single is selected, the shutter sound is disabled.

Restricted function Option Description

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The focus area varies depending on the shooting mode.

Using Face Detection In the following shooting modes, the camera uses face detection to automatically focus on human faces. e/b Portrait, h/c Night portrait, or

d Backlighting in G (easy auto) mode (A 29) Portrait or Night portrait in scene mode (A 30) Smart portrait mode (A 37)

If the camera detects more than one face, a double border is displayed around the face that the camera focuses on, and single borders are displayed around the other faces. If no faces are detected when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame.

B Notes About Face Detection The cameras ability to detect faces depends on a variety of factors, including the direction in

which the faces are looking. The camera may be unable to detect faces in the following situations:

- When faces are partially hidden by sunglasses or otherwise obstructed - When faces take up too much or too little of the frame

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Shooting Features Using Skin Softening When the shutter is released while using one of the shooting modes listed below, the camera detects human faces and processes the image to soften facial skin tones (up to three faces). Smart portrait mode (A 37) e Portrait, h Night portrait, or d Backlighting in G (easy auto) mode (A 29) Portrait or Night portrait in scene mode (A 30) Skin softening can also be applied to saved images (A 61, E17).

B Notes About Skin Softening It may take more time than usual to save images after shooting. Under some shooting conditions, the desired skin softening results may not be achieved, and skin

softening may be applied to areas of the image where there are no faces.

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Using Target Finding AF When AF area mode (A 51) in A (auto) mode is set to Target finding AF, the camera focuses in the manner described below when you press the shutter-release button halfway: The camera detects the main subject and focuses on it.

When the subject is in focus, the focus area glows green. If a human face is detected, the camera automatically sets focus priority on it.

If no main subject is detected, 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 areas that are in focus glow green.

B Notes About Target Finding AF Depending on shooting conditions, the subject that the camera determines to be the main

subject may vary. The main subject may not be detected when using certain White balance settings. The camera may not detect the main subject appropriately in the following situations:

- When the subject is very dark or bright - When the main subject lacks clearly defined colors - When the shot is framed so that the main subject is at the edge of the monitor - When the main subject is composed of a repeating pattern

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Shooting Features Subjects Not Suitable for Autofocus The camera may not focus as expected in the following situations. In some rare cases, the subject may not be in focus despite the fact that the focus area or the focus indicator glows 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. the subject inside a cage) Subjects with repeating patterns (window blinds, buildings with multiple rows of similarly

shaped windows, etc.) 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 positioned at the same distance from the camera as the actual desired subject, and use focus lock (A 58).

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Focus Lock Focus lock shooting is recommended when the camera does not activate the focus area that contains the desired subject.

1 Set AF area mode to Center in A (auto) mode (A 51).

2 Position the subject in the center of the frame and press the shutter- release button halfway. Confirm that the focus area glows green. Focus and exposure are locked.

3 Without lifting your finger, recompose the picture. Make sure to maintain the same distance between the

camera and the subject.

4 Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to take the picture.

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Playback Features

Moving the zoom control toward g (i) in full-frame playback mode (A 26) zooms in on the image.

You can change the zoom ratio by moving the zoom control toward f (h) or g (i). To view a different area of the image, press the multi selector HIJK. If you are viewing an image that was captured using face detection or pet detection, the

camera zooms in on the face detected at the time of shooting (except when viewing an image captured in a series). To zoom in on an area of the image where there are no faces, adjust the magnification rate and then press HIJK.

When a zoomed image is displayed, press the k button to return to full-frame playback mode.

C Cropping Images When a zoomed image is displayed, you can press the d button to crop the image to include only the visible portion and save it as a separate file (E21).

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Moving the zoom control toward f (h) in full-frame playback mode (A 26) displays images as thumbnails.

You can change the number of thumbnails displayed by moving the zoom control toward f (h) or g (i).

While using thumbnail playback mode, press the multi selector HIJK to select an image and then press the k button to display that image full-frame.

While using calendar display mode, press HIJK to select a date and then press the k button to display the images captured on that day.

B Notes About Calendar Display Images captured when the cameras date is not set are treated as images captured on January 1, 2013.

Thumbnail Playback, Calendar Display

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When viewing images in full-frame playback mode or thumbnail playback mode, you can configure the menu operations listed below by pressing the d button.

Functions That Can Be Set with the d Button (Playback Menu)

Option Description A

Quick retouch* Allows you to create retouched copies in which contrast and saturation have been enhanced. E15

D-Lighting* Allows you to create copies with enhanced brightness and contrast, brightening dark portions of an image. E15

Red-eye correction* Corrects the red-eye effect that sometimes appears in the eyes when shooting using the flash. E16

Skin softening* The camera detects human faces in images and creates a copy with softer facial skin tones. E17

Filter effects* Digital filter effects can be used to apply a variety of effects to images. E18

Print order Allows you to select which images are printed, and how many copies of each image are printed, prior to printing. E46

Slide show Allows you to view images in an automatic slide show. E50

Protect Protects selected images from accidental deletion. E51

Rotate image Allows you to rotate the displayed image to portrait or landscape orientation. E53

Small picture* Creates a small copy of images. E20

Voice memo Allows you to use the cameras microphone to record voice memos and attach them to images. E54

Copy Allows you to copy images between the internal memory and a memory card. E55

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* Edited images are saved as separate files. Some images may not be edited.

Sequence display options

Allows you to select whether to display only the key picture for a sequence of images captured continuously, or to display the sequence as individual images. When only the key picture is displayed for a sequence, press

the k button to display each image in the sequence. Press the multi selector H to return to the key picture display.

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Choose key picture Allows you to change the key picture for images captured in sequence. E57

Favorite pictures Allows you to add images to an album. This option is not displayed in favorite pictures mode. E6

Remove from favorites Allows you to remove images from an album. This option is displayed only in favorite pictures mode. E8

Option Description A

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Recording and Playing Back Movies

1 Display the shooting screen. Check the remaining amount of movie recording time. If Photo info in Monitor settings (A 69) in the setup

menu is set to Movie frame+auto info, the area that will be visible in the movie can be confirmed before movie recording starts.

2 Press the b (e movie-record) button to start movie recording. The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the

frame.

3 Press the b (e movie-record) button again to end recording.

Recording Movies

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B Maximum Movie Length Individual movie files cannot exceed 4 GB in size or 29 minutes in length, even when there is sufficient free space on the memory card for longer recording. The maximum movie length for a single movie is displayed on the shooting screen. Recording may end before either limit is reached if camera temperature becomes elevated. The actual movie length may vary depending on the movie content, subject movement, or type of

memory card.

B Notes About Saving Images and Recording Movies The indicator showing the number of exposures remaining or the indicator showing the maximum movie length flashes while images are being saved or while a movie is being recorded. Do not open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover or remove the batteries or memory card while an indicator is flashing. Doing this could result in loss of data, or in damage to the camera or the memory card.

B Notes About Movie Recording Memory cards with an SD Speed Class rating of 6 or faster are recommended when recording

movies (F20). Movie recording may stop unexpectedly when memory cards with a lower Speed Class rating are used.

There may be some degradation in image quality when digital zoom is used. The sounds of zoom control operation, zoom, autofocus lens drive movement, vibration

reduction, and aperture operation when brightness changes may be recorded. The following phenomena may be seen in the monitor while recording movies. These

phenomena are saved in the recorded movies. - Banding may occur in images under fluorescent, mercury-vapor, or sodium-vapor lighting. - Subjects that move quickly from one side of the frame to the other, such as a moving train or car,

may appear skewed. - The entire movie image may be skewed when the camera is panned. - Lighting or other bright areas may leave residual images when the camera is moved.

Depending on the distance to the subject or the amount of zoom applied, subjects with repeating patterns (fabrics, lattice windows, etc.) may have colored stripes (interference patterns, moire, etc.) in them during movie recording and playback. This occurs when the pattern in the subject and the layout of the image sensor interfere with each other; it is not a malfunction.

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B Camera Temperature The camera may become warm when shooting movies for an extended period of time or when

the camera is used in a hot area. If the inside of the camera becomes extremely hot when recording movies, the camera will

automatically stop recording. The amount of time remaining until the camera stops recording (B10 s) is displayed. After the camera stops recording, it turns itself off. Leave the camera off until the inside of the camera has cooled.

B Notes About Autofocus Autofocus may not perform as expected (A 57). Should this occur, try the following: 1. Set Autofocus mode in the movie menu to Single AF (default setting) before starting movie

recording. 2. Frame another subjectpositioned at the same distance from the camera as the intended

subjectin the center of the frame, press the b (e movie-record) button to start recording, and then modify the composition.

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Functions That Can Be Set with the d Button (Movie Menu)

The settings of the menu options listed below can be configured.

Enter shooting mode M d button M D menu icon M k button

Option Description A

Movie options

Select the movie type. Select normal speed to record movies at normal speed, or HS (high speed) to record movies that play in slow or fast motion. Default setting: d 1080P/30p or R 1080P/25p

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Autofocus mode

Select either Single AF, which locks focus when movie recording begins, or Full-time AF, which continues focusing during movie recording. Default setting: Single AF

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Wind noise reduction Set whether or not to reduce wind noise during movie recording. Default setting: Off

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M ovie opt ions

Autofocus mode

Wind noise reduc t ion

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Press the c button to enter playback mode. Movies are indicated by the movie options icon (A 66). Press the k button to play back movies.

To adjust the volume, move the zoom control (A 1).

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Functions Available During Playback Playback controls are displayed in the monitor. The operations listed below can be performed by using the multi selector JK to select a control and then pressing the k button.

Deleting Movies To delete a movie, select the desired movie in full-frame playback mode (A 26) or thumbnail playback mode (A 60) and press the l button (A 27).

Function Icon Description

Rewind A Hold down the k button to rewind the movie.

Advance B Hold down the k button to advance the movie.

Pause E

Pause playback. The operations listed below can be performed while paused.

C Rewind the movie one frame. Hold down the k button for continuous rewinding.

D Advance the movie one frame. Hold down the k button for continuous advancing.

F Resume playback.

I Extract the desired portion of a movie and save it as a separate file (E31).

End G Return to full-frame playback mode.

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General Camera Setup

The settings of the menu options listed below can be configured.

Functions That Can Be Set with the d Button (Setup Menu)

Press the d button M z (setup) menu icon M k button

Option Description A

Welcome screen Allows you to select whether or not the welcome screen is displayed when the camera is turned on. E62

Time zone and date Allows you to set the camera clock. E63

Monitor settings Allows you to adjust photo information display, post-shooting image review, and monitor brightness settings. E65

Print date Allows you to imprint the shooting date and time on images. E67

Vibration reduction Allows you to select the vibration reduction setting used when shooting. E68

Motion detection Allows you to set whether or not the camera automatically increases the shutter speed to reduce blurring caused by camera shake if motion is detected when shooting still images.

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AF assist Allows you to enable and disable the AF-assist illuminator. E70

Digital zoom Allows you to enable and disable digital zoom. E70

Welcome screen

Time zone and date

M onitor sett ings

Pr int date

Vibrat ion reduc t ion

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Sound settings Allows you to adjust sound settings. E71

Auto off Allows you to set the amount of time that passes before the monitor turns off to save power. E71

Format memory/ Format card Allows you to format the internal memory or the memory card. E72

Language Allows you to change the cameras display language. E73

TV settings Allows you to adjust TV-connection settings. E73

Blink warning Allows you to set whether or not closed eyes are detected when taking images of people using face detection. E74

Eye-Fi upload Allows you to set whether or not to enable the function for sending images to a computer using a commercially available Eye-Fi card.

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Reset all Allows you to reset the cameras settings to their default values. E76

Battery type Change this setting to match the type of batteries that are inserted in the camera. E77

Firmware version View the current camera firmware version. E77

Option Description A

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Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer

You can enhance your enjoyment of images and movies by connecting the camera to a TV, computer, or printer.

Before connecting the camera to an external device, make sure the remaining battery level is sufficient and turn the camera off. Before disconnecting, make sure to turn the camera off.

If the AC Adapter EH-65A (available separately) is used, this camera can be powered from an electrical outlet. Do not use any other make or model of AC adapter as it may cause the camera to heat up or malfunction.

For information about the connection methods and subsequent operations, refer to the documentation included with the device in addition to this document.

Connection Methods

Insert the plug straight.

USB/audio/video output connector

HDMI micro connector (Type D)

Open the connector cover.

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Viewing images on a TV E22

Images and movies captured with the camera can be viewed on a TV. Connection method: Connect the video and audio plugs of the optional audio video cable to the TVs input jacks. Alternatively, connect a commercially available HDMI cable to the TVs HDMI input jack.

Viewing and organizing images on a computer A 73

You can transfer images to a computer to perform simple retouching and manage image data. Connection method: Connect the camera to the computers USB port with the included USB cable. Before connecting to a computer, install ViewNX 2 on the computer

(A 73).

Printing images without using a computer E25

If you connect the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer, you can print images without using a computer. Connection method: Connect the camera directly to the printers USB port with the USB cable.

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ViewNX 2 is an all-in-one software package which enables you to transfer, view, edit and share images. Install ViewNX 2 using the included ViewNX 2 CD-ROM.

Installing ViewNX 2 An Internet connection is required.

Compatible Operating Systems

Windows Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP

Macintosh Mac OS X 10.6, 10.7, 10.8

Refer to the Nikon website for details on system requirements, including the latest information on operating system compatibility.

Using ViewNX 2

Your Imaging Toolbox ViewNX 2

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1 Start the computer and insert the ViewNX 2 CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. Windows: If instructions for operating the CD-ROM are displayed in the window, follow the

instructions to proceed to the installation window. Mac OS: When the ViewNX 2 window is displayed, double-click the Welcome icon.

2 Select a language in the language selection dialog to open the installation window. If the desired language is not available, click Region Selection to choose a different region

and then choose the desired language (the Region Selection button is not available in the European release).

Click Next to display the installation window.

3 Start the installer. We recommend clicking Installation Guide in the installation window to check the

installation help information and system requirements before installing ViewNX 2. Click Typical Installation (Recommended) in the installation window.

4 Download the software. When the Software Download screen is displayed, click I agree - Begin download. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software.

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puter, or Printer 5 Exit the installer when the installation completion screen is displayed.

Windows: Click Yes. Mac OS: Click OK.

The following software is installed: ViewNX 2 (consisting of the three modules below)

- Nikon Transfer 2: For transferring images to the computer - ViewNX 2: For viewing, editing, and printing transferred images - Nikon Movie Editor: For basic editing of transferred movies

Panorama Maker (for creating a single panorama image of a landscape, etc. from a series of images that each capture a separate portion of the subject)

6 Remove the ViewNX 2 CD-ROM from the CD-ROM drive.

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Transferring Images to the Computer

1 Choose how images will be copied to the computer. Choose one of the following methods: Direct USB connection: Turn the camera off and ensure that the memory card is inserted in the

camera. Connect the camera to the computer using the USB cable. Turn the camera on. To transfer images that are saved in the cameras internal memory, remove the memory card from the camera before connecting it to the computer.

SD card slot: If your computer is equipped with an SD card slot, the card can be inserted directly in the slot.

SD card reader: Connect a card reader (available separately from third-party suppliers) to the computer and insert the memory card.

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puter, or Printer If a message is displayed prompting you to choose a program, select Nikon Transfer 2. When using Windows 7

If the dialog shown at right is displayed, follow the steps below to select Nikon Transfer 2. 1 Under Import pictures and videos, click

Change program. A program selection dialog will be displayed; select Import File using Nikon Transfer 2 and click OK.

2 Double-click Import File.

If the memory card contains a large number of images, it may take a while for Nikon Transfer 2 to start. Wait until Nikon Transfer 2 starts.

B Connecting the USB Cable The connection may not be recognized if the camera is connected to the computer via a USB hub.

2 Transfer images to the computer. Confirm that the name of the connected camera or removable disk is displayed as the

Source on the Options title bar of Nikon Transfer 2 (1). Click Start Transfer (2).

At default settings, all the images on the memory card will be copied to the computer.

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3 Terminate the connection. If the camera is connected to the computer, turn the camera off and disconnect the USB

cable. If you are using a card reader or card slot, choose the appropriate option in the computer operating system to eject the removable disk corresponding to the memory card and then remove the card from the card reader or card slot.

Viewing Images

Start ViewNX 2. Images are displayed in ViewNX 2 when transfer is

complete. Consult online help for more information on

using ViewNX 2.

C Starting ViewNX 2 Manually Windows: Double-click the ViewNX 2 shortcut icon on the desktop. Mac OS: Click the ViewNX 2 icon in the Dock.

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The Reference Section provides detailed information and hints about using the camera.

Shooting Using Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playback)................................. E2

Playback Favorite Pictures Mode................................................................................ E6 Auto Sort Mode............................................................................................E10 List by Date Mode .......................................................................................E11 Viewing and Deleting Images Captured Continuously (Sequence)....E12 Editing Still Images .....................................................................................E14 Connecting the Camera to a TV (Viewing Images on a TV)..........E22 Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) ..........................E24 Editing Movies ..............................................................................................E31

Menu The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode).........................................E33 The Smart Portrait Menu...........................................................................E43 The Playback Menu.....................................................................................E46 The Movie Menu ..........................................................................................E58 The Setup Menu...........................................................................................E62

Additional Information Error Messages .............................................................................................E78 File Names......................................................................................................E82 Optional Accessories..................................................................................E83

Reference Section

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Shooting with Easy Panorama

* The icon of the last scene selected is displayed.

1 Select Normal (180) or Wide (360) as the shooting range and press the k button. When the camera is readied in the horizontal position, the

image size (width height) is as follows. - Normal (180): 4800 920 when moved horizontally,

1536 4800 when moved vertically - Wide (360): 9600 920 when moved horizontally,

1536 9600 when moved vertically

2 Frame the first edge of the panorama scene, and then press the shutter-release button halfway to focus. The zoom position is fixed at wide-angle. The camera focuses on the area in the center of the frame.

Using Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playback)

Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M b (second icon from the top*) M K M HIJK M p (easy panorama) M k button

Easy panorama

Normal (180)

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Reference Section 3 Press the shutter-release button all the way,

and then remove your finger from the shutter-release button. KLJI are displayed to indicate the direction of camera

movement.

4 Move the camera in one of the four directions until the guide indicator reaches the end. When the camera detects which direction it is moving in,

shooting begins.

Example of camera movement

Using your body as the axis of rotation, move the camera slowly in an arc, in the direction of the marking (KLJI).

Shooting stops if the guide does not reach the edge within about 15 seconds (when Normal (180) is selected) or within about 30 seconds (when Wide (360) is selected) after shooting starts.

Guide

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B Notes About Easy Panorama Shooting The range of the image seen in the saved image is narrower than that seen in the monitor at the

time of shooting. If the camera is moved too quickly or shaken too much, or if the subject is too uniform (e.g. walls or

darkness), an error may occur. If shooting is stopped before the camera reaches the half-way point in the panorama range, a

panorama image is not saved. If more than half of the panorama range is captured but shooting ends before reaching the edge

of the range, the range not captured is recorded and displayed in gray.

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Reference Section Viewing Images Captured with Easy Panorama Switch to playback mode (A 26), display an image captured using easy panorama in full-frame playback mode, and then press the k button to scroll the image in the direction that was used when shooting.

Playback controls are displayed in the monitor during playback. Use the multi selector JK to select a control, and then press the k button to perform the following operations.

B Notes About Scroll Playback This camera may not be able to scroll the playback of, or zoom in on, easy panorama images captured with another make or model of digital camera.

Function Icon Description

Rewind A Hold down the k button to scroll backward quickly.

Advance B Hold down the k button to scroll forward quickly.

Pause E

Pause playback. The operations listed below can be performed while paused.

C Hold down the k button to rewind.

D Hold down the k button to scroll.

F Resume automatic scrolling.

End G Switch to full-frame playback mode.

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By adding images (except movies) to albums as favorite pictures, you can play back only the added images. Images can be sorted into nine albums. Up to 200 images can be added to each album. The original images are not copied or moved. The same image can be added to multiple albums.

Adding Images to Albums

1 Use the multi selector JK to select an image and use H to display L. You can add L to multiple images. To remove L, press I. Move the zoom control (A 1) toward g (i) to switch to

full-frame playback or f (h) to switch to thumbnail playback.

2 Press the k button after configuring the settings.

3 Select the desired album and press the k button. The selected images are added.

Favorite Pictures Mode

Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M Favorite pictures M k button

Favorite pic tures

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Use the multi selector to select an album and then press the k button to play back the images in the selected album. Functions in the playback menu (A 61) can be used for

the images in the selected album (except Copy and Favorite pictures).

The following operations are available from the album selection screen. - d button: Changes the album icon (E9). - l button: Deletes all original images added to the selected album.

B Notes About Deletion If an image is deleted while using favorite pictures mode, the original image is deleted. When removing images from albums, see Removing Images from Albums (E8).

Press the c button (playback mode) M c button M h Favorite pictures M k button

Favorite pic tures

Choose icon

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Removing Images from Albums

1 Use the multi selector JK to select an image and use H to hide L. To display the icons again, press I. Move the zoom control (A 1) toward g (i) to switch to

full-frame playback or f (h) to switch to thumbnail playback.

2 Press the k button after configuring the settings.

3 Select Yes and press the k button. To cancel removal, select No.

Enter h Favorite pictures mode M select the album containing the image you want to remove M k button M d button M Remove from favorites M k button

Remove f rom favor i tes

Back

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1 Use the multi selector to select an album and press the d button.

2 Use JK to select an icon color and press the k button.

3 Select an icon and press the k button. The icon changes.

Press the c button (playback mode) M c button M h Favorite pictures M k button

Favorite pic tures

Choose icon

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Choose icon

Choose icon

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Images are automatically sorted into categories, such as portraits, landscapes, and movies, based on the camera settings at the time of shooting.

Use the multi selector to select a category and then press the k button to play back the images in the selected category. Functions in the playback menu (A 61) can be used for

the images in the selected category (except Copy and Remove from favorites).

While the category selection screen is displayed, press the l button to delete all original images in the selected category.

B Notes About Auto Sort Mode Up to 999 images and movie files can be sorted into each category in auto sort mode. Images or movies saved by cameras other than this camera cannot be played back in auto sort

mode.

Auto Sort Mode

Press the c button (playback mode) M c button M F Auto sort M k button

Por trai ts

Other scenes

E11

Reference Section

Use the multi selector to select a date and then press the k button to play back the images captured on the selected date. Functions in the playback menu (A 61) can be used for

the images in the selected shooting date (except Copy and Remove from favorites).

The following operations are available while the shooting date selection screen is displayed. - d button: The functions listed below are available.

Print order* Slide show Protect* * The same settings can be applied to all images captured on the selected date.

- l button: Deletes all images captured on the selected date.

B Notes About List by Date Mode Up to 29 dates can be selected. If images exist for more than 29 dates, all images saved earlier than

the most recent 29 dates will be combined under Others. The 9000 most recent images can be displayed. Images captured when the cameras date is not set are treated as images captured on January 1,

2013.

List by Date Mode

Press the c button (playback mode) M c button M C List by date M k button

List by date

32 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 3

21 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 3

11 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 3

0 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 3 1 0

E12 Reference Section

Viewing Images in a Sequence Images captured continuously are saved as a sequence. The first image of a sequence is used as the key picture to represent the sequence when displayed in full-frame playback mode or thumbnail playback mode (default setting). To display each image in the sequence individually, press the k button.

After pressing the k button, the operations listed below are available. To display the previous or next image, press the multi

selector JK. To display images that are not included in the sequence,

press H to return to the key picture display. To display images in a sequence as thumbnails, or to play

them back in a slide show, set Sequence display options to Individual pictures in the playback menu (E57).

B Sequence Display Options Images captured continuously with cameras other than this camera cannot be displayed as a sequence.

C Playback Menu Options Available When Using Sequence When images in a sequence are displayed in full-frame playback mode, press the d button to

select functions in playback menu (A 61). If you press the d button when a key picture is displayed, the following settings can be applied

to all images in the sequence: - Print order, Protect, Copy, Favorite pictures

Viewing and Deleting Images Captured Continuously (Sequence)

1 / 5

1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 3 1 5 : 3 0 0 0 0 4 . J P G

Back

1 / 5

1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 3 1 5 : 3 0 0 0 0 4 . J P G

E13

Reference Section Deleting Images in a Sequence When the l button is pressed for images in a sequence, the images that are deleted vary depending on how the sequences are displayed. When the key picture is displayed:

- Current image: All images in the displayed sequence are deleted. - Erase selected images: When a key picture is selected on the erase selected images

screen (A 28), all images in that sequence are deleted. - All images: All images in the internal memory or on the memory card are deleted.

When images in a sequence are displayed in full-frame playback mode: - Current image: The image currently displayed is deleted. - Erase selected images: Images that are selected in the sequence are deleted. - Entire sequence: All images in the displayed sequence are deleted.

E14 Reference Section

Before Editing Images You can easily edit images on this camera. Edited copies are saved as separate files. Edited copies are saved with the same shooting date and time as the original.

C Restrictions on Image Editing When an edited copy is further modified with another editing function, check the following restrictions.

Copies created with editing functions cannot be further edited with the same function used to create them.

Editing Still Images

Editing function used Editing functions that can be added

Quick retouch D-Lighting Filter effects

The skin softening, small picture, or crop function can be used.

Skin softening The quick retouch, D-Lighting, filter effects, small picture, or crop function can be used.

Small picture Crop

Another editing function cannot be used. When using in combination with other editing functions, use the small picture or crop function after the other editing functions have been applied.

Red-eye correction Another editing function cannot be added.

E15

Reference Section Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and Saturation

Use the multi selector HI to select the amount of effect applied and press the k button. The edited version is displayed on the right. To exit without saving the copy, press J.

D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and Contrast

Use the multi selector HI to select OK and press the k button. The edited version is displayed on the right. To exit without saving the copy, select Cancel and press the

k button.

Press the c button (playback mode) M select an image M d button M Quick retouch M k button

Press the c button (playback mode) M select an image M d button M D-Lighting M k button

Quick retouch

Normal

Amount

D -Light ing

OK

Cancel

E16 Reference Section

Red-eye Correction: Correcting Red Eyes Caused by Using the Flash

Preview the result and press the k button. To exit without saving the copy, press the multi selector J.

B Notes About Red-eye Correction Images in which the camera cannot detect red eyes cannot be corrected. For pets (dogs or cats), red-eye correction is applied to eyes regardless of their color. Depending on the image, the function may not perform as expected. Red-eye correction may be applied to areas not affected by red-eye in rare cases.

Press the c button (playback mode) M select an image M d button M Red-eye correction M k button

Red- eye correc t ion

SaveBack

E17

Reference Section Skin Softening: Softening Skin Tones

1 Use the multi selector HI to select the amount of effect applied and press the k button. The confirmation dialog is displayed with the face to which

the effect was applied enlarged in the center of the monitor.

To exit without saving the copy, press J.

2 Preview the result and press the k button. Skin tones of up to 12 faces, in the order of that closest to

the center of the frame, are softened. If more than one face was processed, use JK to display a

different face. Press the d button to adjust the amount of effect

applied. The monitor display returns to that shown in step 1.

B Notes About Skin Softening Skin softening cannot be applied if no faces are detected in the image. Depending upon the direction in which the faces are looking, or the brightness of faces, the

camera may be unable to accurately detect faces, or the skin softening function may not perform as expected.

Press the c button (playback mode) M select an image M d button M Skin softening M k button

Sk in sof tening

Normal

Amount

Preview

SaveBack

E18 Reference Section

Filter Effects: Applying Digital Filter Effects

1 Use the multi selector HI to select the desired effect and press the k button. When Toy camera effect 1, Toy camera effect 2,

Fisheye, Cross screen, Miniature effect, or Painting is selected, proceed to step 3.

Press the c button (playback mode) M select an image M d button M Filter effects M k button

Type Description

Toy camera effect 1 Allows you to give the entire image a yellowish hue and darken the image periphery.

Toy camera effect 2 Allows you to decrease the color saturation of the entire image and darken the image periphery.

Fisheye Allows you to make an image look as if it were captured with a fisheye lens. This effect is well-suited for images captured in macro mode.

Soft Allows you to soften the image by adding a slight blur around the center of the image. In images captured using face detection or pet detection, areas around faces are blurred.

Selective color Allows you to keep one specified color in the image, and change the other colors to black and white.

Cross screen Allows you to produce star-like rays of light that radiate outward from bright objects such as sunlight reflections or street lights. This effect is suitable for night scenes.

Miniature effect Allows you to make an image look like a miniature scene captured in macro mode. This effect is well-suited for images captured from a high vantage point with the main subject at the center of the image.

Painting Allows you to give images a hand-painted appearance.

Fi l ter effec ts

Cross screen

Toy camera effec t 2

S of t

Toy camera effec t 1

Selec t ive color

M iniature effec t

Fisheye

E19

Reference Section 2 Adjust the effect and press the k button.

When using Soft: Use HI to select the range of the effect.

When using Selective color: Use HI to select the color to be retained.

Press J to return to the Filter effects selection screen without making any changes.

3 Preview the result and press the k button. An edited copy is created. To exit without saving the copy, press J.

Sof t

Normal

Ex tent

Example: Soft

Preview

SaveBack

E20 Reference Section

Small Picture: Reducing the Size of an Image

1 Use the multi selector HI to select the desired copy size and press the k button. Images taken at an image mode setting of s 48962754

are saved at 640 360 pixels. Proceed to step 2.

2 Select Yes and press the k button. An edited copy is created (compression ratio of 1:16).

Press the c button (playback mode) M select an image M d button M Small picture M k button

Small p ic ture

640480

320240

160120

Yes

No

Create smal l p ic ture fi le?

E21

Reference Section Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy

1 Move the zoom control to enlarge the image (A 59).

2 Refine copy composition and press the d button. Move the zoom control toward g (i) or f (h) to adjust

the zoom ratio. Set a zoom ratio at which u is displayed.

Use the multi selector HIJK to scroll the image so that only the portion to be copied is visible in the monitor.

3 Select Yes and press the k button. An edited copy is created.

C Image Size When the image size of the cropped copy is 320 240 or smaller, the image is displayed at a smaller size during playback.

C Cropping the Image in Its Current Tall Orientation Use the Rotate image option (E53) to rotate the image so that it is displayed in landscape orientation. After cropping the image, rotate the cropped image back to tall orientation.

3 . 0

Save this image as displayed?

Yes

No

E22 Reference Section

1 Turn off the camera and connect it to the TV. Make sure that the plugs are properly oriented. Do not insert or remove the plugs at an

angle when connecting or disconnecting them.

When using the audio/video cable

When using a commercially available HDMI cable

Connecting the Camera to a TV (Viewing Images on a TV)

WhiteYellow Red

HDMI micro connector (Type D) to HDMI jack

E23

Reference Section 2 Set the TVs input to external video input.

See the documentation provided with your TV for details.

3 Hold down the c button to turn on the camera. Images are displayed on the TV. The camera monitor does not turn on.

B If the Images Are Not Displayed on the TV Make sure that TV settings (E73) in the setup menu conforms to the standard used by your TV.

C Using a TV Remote Control (HDMI Device Control) The remote control of an HDMI-CEC-compatible TV can be used to select images, start and pause movie playback, switch between full-screen playback mode and four-image thumbnail display, etc. Set the HDMI device control setting (E73) of TV settings to On (default setting) and then

connect the camera and TV using an HDMI cable. Aim the remote control at the TV when operating it.

E24 Reference Section

Users of PictBridge-compatible printers can connect the camera directly to the printer and print images without using a computer.

Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print)

Take images

Select images for printing and number of copies using

Print order option (E46)

Connect to the printer (E25)

Print images one at a time (E26) Print multiple images (E28)

When printing is complete, turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable

E25

Reference Section Connecting the Camera to a Printer

1 Turn off the camera.

2 Turn on the printer. Check printer settings.

3 Connect the camera to the printer using the USB cable. Make sure that the plugs are properly oriented. Do not insert or remove the plugs at an

angle when connecting or disconnecting them.

4 Turn on the camera. The PictBridge startup screen (1) is displayed in the camera monitor, followed by the

Print selection screen (2).

Pr int se lec t ion

1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 3 N o . 3 2 3 2 1 2

E26 Reference Section

Printing Individual Images

1 Use the multi selector to select the desired image and press the k button. Move the zoom control toward f (h) to switch to

thumbnail playback or g (i) to switch to full-frame playback.

2 Use HI to select Copies and press the k button.

3 Select the desired number of copies (up to nine) and press the k button.

4 Select Paper size and press the k button.

Print se lec t ion

1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 3 N o . 3 2 3 2

Pic tBr idge

Star t pr int

Copies

Paper s ize

pr ints1

Copies

4

Pic tBr idge

Star t pr int

Copies

Paper s ize

pr ints4

E27

Reference Section 5 Select the desired paper size and press the

k button. To apply the paper size setting configured on the printer,

select Default as the paper size option. The paper size options available on the camera vary

depending on the printer that you use.

6 Select Start print and press the k button. Printing starts. To cancel printing, press the k button.

Paper s ize

Default

3 .55 in .

57 in .

A4

100150 mm

46 in .

810 in

Pic tBr idge

Star t pr int

Copies

Paper s ize

pr ints4

E28 Reference Section

Printing Multiple Images

1 When the Print selection screen is displayed, press the d button.

2 Use the multi selector HI to select Paper size and press the k button. To exit the print menu, press the d button.

3 Select the desired paper size and press the k button. To apply the paper size setting configured on the printer,

select Default in the paper size option. The paper size options available on the camera vary

depending on the printer that you use.

4 Select Print selection, Print all images, or DPOF printing and press the k button.

Print se lec t ion

1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 3 N o . 3 2 3 2

Pr int menu

Paper s ize

Pr int se lec t ion

Pr int a l l images

DPOF pr int ing

Paper s ize

Default

3 .55 in .

57 in .

A4

100150 mm

46 in .

810 in

Print menu

Paper s ize

Pr int se lec t ion

Pr int a l l images

DPOF pr int ing

E29

Reference Section Print selection

Select images (up to 99) and the number of copies (up to nine) of each. Use the multi selector JK to select images, and

use HI to specify the number of copies to be printed.

Images selected for printing are indicated by a and the numeral indicating the number of copies to be printed. If no copies have been specified for images, the selection is canceled.

Move the zoom control toward g (i) to switch to full-frame playback or f (h) to switch to thumbnail playback.

Press the k button when setting is complete. When the screen shown on the right is displayed,

select Start print and press the k button to start printing.

Print all images

One copy each of all images saved in the internal memory, or on the memory card, is printed. When the screen shown on the right is displayed,

select Start print and press the k button to start printing.

Pr int se lec t ion

Back

1 1

3

5

Print se lec t ion

Star t pr int

Cancel

pr ints5

Print a l l images

Star t pr int

Cancel

pr ints18

E30 Reference Section

C More Information See Printing Images of Size 1:1 (E34) for more information.

DPOF printing

Print images for which a print order was created using the Print order option (E46). When the screen shown on the right is displayed,

select Start print and press the k button to start printing. To view the current print order, select View images and press the k button. To print images, press the k button again.

DPOF pr int ing

Star t pr int

View images

Cancel

pr ints5

E31

Reference Section

The desired portions of a recorded movie can be saved as a separate file.

1 Play back the desired movie and pause at the start point of the portion that is to be extracted (A 68).

2 Use the multi selector JK to select the I control, and then press the k button.

3 Use HI to select the M control (choose start point). Use JK to move the start point. To cancel editing, select O (return), and press the

k button.

4 Use HI to select N (choose end point). Use JK to move the end point. To preview the specified portion, select c and then press

the k button. Press the k button again to stop previewing.

Editing Movies

1 m 3 0 s

Choose star t point

1 m 0 s

Choose end point

3 0 s

E32 Reference Section

5 Use HI to select m (Save) and press the k button. Follow the instructions on the screen to save the movie.

B Notes About Movie Editing Movies recorded using p iFrame 540/30p or p iFrame 540/25p (E58) cannot be

edited. Make sure there is enough battery power remaining to prevent the camera from turning off

during editing. When the battery level indicator is B, movie editing is not possible. A movie that was created by editing cannot be trimmed again. The actual trimmed portion of a movie may differ slightly from the portion selected using the start

and end points. Movies cannot be trimmed so that they are less than two seconds long.

Save

3 0 s

E33

Reference Section

Image Mode Settings (Image Size and Quality)

Select the combination of image size and compression ratio that is used when saving images. The higher the image mode setting, the larger the size at which images can be printed, and the lower the compression ratio, the higher the quality of the images, but the number of images that can be saved is reduced.

* The total number of pixels captured, and the number of pixels captured horizontally and vertically. Example: r 48963672 = approx. 18 megapixels, 4896 3672 pixels

The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)

Enter shooting mode M d button M Shooting menu M Image mode M k button

Option* Compression ratio Aspect ratio (horizontal to vertical)

s 48963672P Approx. 1:4 4:3

r 48963672 (default setting) Approx. 1:8 4:3

R 32642448 Approx. 1:8 4:3

r 22721704 Approx. 1:8 4:3

q 16001200 Approx. 1:8 4:3

O 640480 Approx. 1:8 4:3

s 48962754 Approx. 1:8 16:9

s 36723672 Approx. 1:8 1:1

E34 Reference Section

C Notes About Image Mode The image mode setting can also be changed in shooting modes other than A (auto) mode. The

changed setting is also applied to other shooting modes. The setting may not be changed when using certain settings of other functions.

C Number of Images That Can Be Saved The approximate number of images that can be saved can be checked in the monitor when

shooting (A 18). Note that due to JPEG compression, the number of images that can be saved may vary greatly

depending on the image content, even when using memory cards with the same capacity and the same image mode setting. In addition, the number of images that can be saved may vary depending on the make of the memory card.

If the number of exposures remaining is 10,000 or more, the number of exposures remaining display shows 9999.

C Printing Images of Size 1:1 Change the printer setting to Border. The images may not be printed in 1:1 ratio depending on the printer.

E35

Reference Section White Balance (Adjusting Hue)

Adjust white balance to suit the light source or weather conditions in order to make the colors in images match what you see with your eyes. Use Auto under most conditions. Change the setting when you want to adjust the hue of

the image you are taking.

B Notes About White Balance Lower the flash when white balance is set to any setting other than Auto and Flash (A 3). The setting may not be changed when using certain settings of other functions.

Select A (auto) mode M d button M White balance M k button

Option Description

a Auto (default setting) White balance is automatically adjusted to suit lighting conditions.

b Preset manual Use when the desired result is not achieved with Auto, Incandescent, etc. (E36).

c Daylight White balance adjusted for direct sunlight.

d Incandescent Use under incandescent lighting.

e Fluorescent Use under fluorescent lighting.

f Cloudy Use when taking images under overcast skies.

g Flash Use with the flash.

E36 Reference Section

Using Preset Manual Use the procedure below to measure the white balance value under the lighting used during shooting.

1 Place a white or gray reference object under the lighting that will be used during shooting.

2 Use the multi selector HI to select Preset manual in the White balance menu, and press the k button. The camera zooms in to the position for measuring white

balance.

3 Select Measure. To apply the last measured value, select Cancel and press

the k button.

4 Frame the reference object in the measuring window.

White balance

Dayl ight

I ncandescent

Fluorescent

Cloudy

Auto

Preset manual

Flash

Preset manual

Cancel

Measure

Preset manual

Cancel

Measure

Measuring window

E37

Reference Section 5 Press the k button to measure the value.

The shutter is released and measurement is complete. No image is saved.

B Notes About Preset Manual A value for flash lighting cannot be measured with Preset manual. When shooting using the flash, set White balance to Auto or Flash.

E38 Reference Section

Continuous Shooting

Select A (auto) mode M d button M Continuous M k button

Option Description U Single (default setting)

One image is taken each time the shutter-release button is pressed.

k Continuous H

While the shutter-release button is held all the way down, images are captured continuously. The frame rate for continuous shooting is about 10 fps and the

maximum number of continuous shots is about 6 (when image mode is set to r 48963672).

m Continuous L

While the shutter-release button is held all the way down, images are captured continuously. The frame rate for continuous shooting is about 2 fps and the maximum

number of continuous shots is about 6 (when image mode is set to r 48963672).

n Continuous H: 120 fps

Each time the shutter-release button is pressed all the way, images are captured at a high speed rate. The frame rate for continuous shooting is about 120 fps and the

maximum number of continuous shots is 50. Image mode is fixed at O (image size: 640 480 pixels).

j Continuous H: 60 fps

Each time the shutter-release button is pressed all the way, images are captured at a high speed rate. The frame rate for continuous shooting is about 60 fps and the

maximum number of continuous shots is 25. Image mode is fixed at m (image size: 1920 1080 pixels).

D BSS (Best Shot Selector)

While the shutter-release button is held all the way down, the camera captures a series of up to ten images and automatically saves the sharpest image. Use when shooting a stationary subject in a place where flash photography is prohibited and camera shake is likely to occur.

W Multi-shot 16

Each time the shutter-release button is pressed all the way down, the camera captures a series of 16 images and saves it as a single image. The frame rate for continuous shooting is about 30 fps. Image mode is fixed at L (image size: 2560 1920 pixels). Digital zoom cannot be used.

E39

Reference Section B Notes About Continuous Shooting When a setting other than Single is selected, the flash cannot be used. Focus, exposure, and white

balance are fixed at the values determined with the first image in each series. It may take some time to save the images after shooting. When ISO sensitivity increases, noise may appear in captured images. The frame rate for continuous shooting may vary depending upon the current image mode

setting, the memory card used, or shooting condition. When using Continuous H: 120 fps, Continuous H: 60 fps, or Multi-shot 16, banding or

variance in brightness or hue may occur in images that were captured under lighting that flickers at high speeds, such as fluorescent, mercury-vapor, or sodium-vapor lighting.

The setting may not be changed when using certain settings of other functions.

E40 Reference Section

ISO Sensitivity

Higher ISO sensitivity allows darker subjects to be captured. Additionally, even with subjects of similar brightness, images can be taken at faster shutter speeds, and blurring caused by camera shake and subject movement can be reduced. When higher ISO sensitivity is set, images may contain noise.

B Notes About ISO Sensitivity The setting may not be changed when using certain settings of other functions.

C ISO Sensitivity Display on the Shooting Screen When Auto is selected, E is displayed if the ISO sensitivity automatically increases.

Select A (auto) mode M d button M ISO sensitivity M k button

Option Description

a Auto (default setting) Sensitivity is automatically selected from the range of ISO 125 to 1600.

125, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200 Sensitivity is locked at the specified value.

E41

Reference Section Color Options

Make colors more vivid or save images in monochrome.

B Notes About Color Options The setting may not be changed when using certain settings of other functions.

Select A (auto) mode M d button M Color options M k button

Option Description

n Standard color (default setting) Use to achieve natural colors in your images.

o Vivid color Use to achieve a vivid, photoprint effect.

p Black-and-white Save images in black-and-white.

q Sepia Save images in sepia tones.

r Cyanotype Save images in cyan-blue monochrome.

E42 Reference Section

AF Area Mode

Use this option to determine how the camera selects the focus area for autofocus.

B Notes About AF Area Mode When digital zoom is in effect, the camera focuses on the area in the center of the frame

regardless of the AF area mode setting. The setting may not be changed when using certain settings of other functions.

Select A (auto) mode M d button M AF area mode M k button

Option Description

y Center

The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame.

M Target finding AF (default setting)

When the camera detects the main subject, it focuses on that subject. See Using Target Finding AF (A 56).

7 8 0 2 5 m 0 s

Focus area

1 / 2 5 0 F 3.3

Focus area

E43

Reference Section

See Image Mode Settings (Image Size and Quality) (E33) for information about Image mode.

Skin Softening

The result of skin softening effect on your subject cannot be confirmed when shooting. Check the results in playback mode, after taking images.

The Smart Portrait Menu

Enter smart portrait mode M d button M Skin softening M k button

Option Description

e On (default setting) When the shutter is released, the camera detects one or more human faces (up to three), and processes the image to soften facial skin tones before saving the image.

Off Turns skin softening off.

E44 Reference Section

Smile Timer

The camera detects human faces and then automatically releases the shutter whenever a smile is detected.

B Notes About Smile Timer The setting may not be changed when using certain settings of other functions.

Enter smart portrait mode M d button M Smile timer M k button

Option Description

a On (single) Whenever a smile is detected, the camera captures one image.

a D On (BSS) (default setting)

Whenever a smile is detected, the camera captures up to 5 images continuously and saves the one that best captured the smile. The flash cannot be used.

Off Turns the smile timer off.

E45

Reference Section Blink Proof

B Notes About Blink Proof The setting may not be changed when using certain settings of other functions.

Enter smart portrait mode M d button M Blink proof M k button

Option Description

y On

The camera automatically releases the shutter twice with every shot and saves one image in which the subjects eyes are open. If the camera saved an image in

which the subjects eyes may have been closed, the dialog shown on the right is displayed for a few seconds.

The flash cannot be used.

Off (default setting) Turns blink proof off.

A bl ink was detec ted in the pic ture just taken.

E46 Reference Section

See Editing Still Images (E14) for information about image editing functions. See Favorite Pictures Mode (E6) for information about Favorite pictures and

Remove from favorites.

Print Order (Creating a DPOF Print Order)

If you configure print order settings in advance, you can use them with the printing methods listed below. Taking the memory card to a digital photo lab that supports DPOF (Digital Print Order

Format) printing Inserting the memory card into a DPOF-compatible printers card slot Connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer (E24)

1 Use the multi selector HI to select Select images and press the k button. In favorite pictures, auto sort, or list by date mode, the screen

shown on the right is not displayed. Proceed to the step 2.

The Playback Menu

Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M Print order M k button

Print order

S elec t images

Delete pr int order

E47

Reference Section 2 Select images (up to 99) and the number of

copies (up to nine) of each. Use the multi selector JK to select images, and use HI

to specify the number of copies to be printed. Images selected for printing are indicated by a and the

numeral indicating the number of copies to be printed. If no copies have been specified for images, the selection is canceled.

Move the zoom control toward g (i) to switch to full-frame playback or f (h) to switch to thumbnail playback.

Press the k button when setting is complete.

3 Select whether or not to print shooting date and shooting information. Select Date and press the k button to print the shooting

date on all images. Select Info and press the k button to print the shutter

speed and aperture value on all images. Lastly, select Done and press the k button to complete

the print order.

Pr int se lec t ion

Back

1 1

3

Pr int order

Done

Date

I nfo

E48 Reference Section

B Notes About Print Order When a print order is created in favorite pictures mode, auto sort mode, or list by date mode, the screen shown below is displayed if images other than those in the selected album, category, or shooting date have been marked for printing. Yes: Does not remove print markings from other images, and adds the current print order settings. No: Removes print markings from all other images, and uses only the current print order settings.

If the total number of the images in the print order exceeds 99 when the new settings are applied, the screen shown below is displayed. Yes: Removes print markings from all other images, and uses only the current print order settings. Cancel: Does not remove print markings from other images, and cancels the current print order

settings.

Pr int order

I nfo

Yes

No

Save pr int mark ing for other images?

Pr int order

I nfo

Yes

No

Save pr int marking for other dates?

Favorite pictures mode or auto sort mode

List by date mode

Print order

I nfo

Too many images selec ted. Remove pr int mark ing f rom other images?

Yes

Cancel

Pr int order

I nfo

Too many images selec ted. Remove pr int mark ing for other dates?

Yes

Cancel

Favorite pictures mode or auto sort mode

List by date mode

E49

Reference Section B Notes About Printing Shooting Date and Shooting Information Some printers may not be able to print the shooting date and shooting information. Shooting information is not printed when the camera is connected to a printer. The Date and Info settings are reset each time the Print order option is displayed. The date printed is that saved when the image was captured. For images taken with the Print date (E67) option enabled,

only the date and time imprinted at the time of shooting are printed, even if the Print order date option is enabled for the images.

C Canceling Existing Print Order Select Delete print order in step 1 of Print Order (Creating a DPOF Print Order) (E46).

C More Information See Printing Images of Size 1:1 (E34) for more information.

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Slide Show

Play back images one by one in an automated slide show. When movie files are played back in the slide show, only the first frame of each movie is displayed.

1 Use the multi selector HI to select Start and press the k button. The slide show begins. To change the interval between images, select Frame

intvl, press the k button, and specify the desired interval time before selecting Start.

To repeat the slide show automatically, select Loop and press the k button before selecting Start.

The maximum playback time is up to about 30 minutes even if Loop is enabled.

2 Select End or Restart. The screen shown on the right is displayed after the slide

show ends or is paused. To exit the show, select G and then press the k button. To resume the slide show, select F and then press the k button.

Operations During Playback Use JK to display the previous/next image. Press and hold to rewind/fast forward. Press the k button to pause or end the slide show.

Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M Slide show M k button

Slide show

Star t

Loop

Pause

Frame int v l 3s

E51

Reference Section Protect

The camera protects selected images from accidental deletion. Select images to protect or cancel protection for previously protected images from the image selection screen (E52). Note that formatting the cameras internal memory or the memory card permanently deletes protected files (E72).

Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M Protect M k button

E52 Reference Section

The Image Selection Screen When an image selection screen such as the one shown on the right is displayed while operating the camera, follow the procedures described below to select the images.

1 Use the multi selector JK to select an image. Move the zoom control (A 1) toward g (i) to switch to

full-frame playback or f (h) to switch to thumbnail playback.

When selecting an image for Rotate image, Choose key picture, or Welcome screen, or when using the Print selection screen to print individual images, only one image can be selected. Proceed to step 3.

2 Use HI to select or deselect (or to specify the number of copies). When an image is selected, an icon is displayed below the

image. Repeat steps 1 and 2 to select additional images.

3 Press the k button to apply image selection. When Selected images is selected, a confirmation dialog is displayed. Follow the

instructions displayed in the monitor.

Protec t

Back

Protec t

Back

Protec t

Back

E53

Reference Section Rotate Image

Specify the orientation in which saved images are displayed during playback. Still images can be rotated 90 degrees clockwise or 90 degrees counterclockwise.

Select an image from the image selection screen (E52). When the Rotate image screen is displayed, press the multi selector JK to rotate the image 90 degrees.

Press the k button to finalize display orientation, and save orientation information with the image.

Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M Rotate image M k button

Back

Rotate image

Rotate Back

Rotate image

RotateBack

Rotate image

Rotate

Rotate 90 degrees counterclockwise

Rotate 90 degrees clockwise

E54 Reference Section

Voice Memo

Voice memos can be recorded and attached to images.

Recording Voice Memos Press and hold the k button to record (up to about 20

seconds). Do not touch the microphone. During recording, o and p flash in the monitor. The voice memo playback screen is displayed after

recording ends. Press the k button to play back the voice memo.

Delete the current voice memo before recording a new voice memo (E55).

p is displayed for images with a voice memo when in full-frame playback mode.

Playing Voice Memos Select an image with p displayed before pressing the d button. Press the k button to play the voice memo. Press the

button again to stop playback. Move the zoom control during playback to adjust playback

volume.

Press the c button (playback mode) M select an image M d button M Voice memo M k button

1 7 s

Back

2 0 s

E55

Reference Section Deleting Voice Memos Press the l button while the screen described in Playing Voice Memos (E54) is displayed. When the confirmation dialog is displayed, use the multi selector HI to select Yes and press the k button. To delete a voice memo for a protected image, the Protect

setting must first be disabled.

Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory and Memory Card)

Copy images between the internal memory and a memory card.

1 Use the multi selector HI to select a destination option to which images are copied and press the k button.

2 Select a copy option and press the k button. If you choose the Selected images option, use the image

selection screen to specify images (E52).

Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M Copy M k button

Yes

No

Fi le wi l l be deleted. OK?

Copy

Camera to card

Card to camera

Camera to card

Selec ted images

Al l images

E56 Reference Section

B Notes About Copying Images Only files in formats that this camera can record can be copied. Operation is not guaranteed with images captured with another make of camera or that have

been modified on a computer. The Print order (E46) settings configured for images are not copied. Copied images or movies cannot be displayed in auto sort mode (E10). If an image added to an album (E6) is copied, the copied image is not added to the album.

C Notes About Copying Images in a Sequence If you select a key picture of a sequence in Selected images, all images in the sequence are

copied. If you press the d button while images in a sequence are displayed, only the Card to camera

copy option is available. All images in the sequence are copied if you select Current sequence.

C Copying to a Memory Card That Contains No Images When the camera is switched to playback mode, Memory contains no images. is displayed. Press the d button to select Copy.

E57

Reference Section Sequence Display Options

Select the method used to display images in the sequence (E12).

Settings are applied to all sequences, and the setting is saved in the cameras memory even if the camera is turned off.

Choose Key Picture

Specify a different image in the sequence as the key picture. When the key picture selection screen is displayed, select an image (E52).

Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M Sequence display options M k button

Option Description

Q Individual pictures Displays each image in a sequence individually. F is displayed on the playback screen.

V Key picture only (default setting) Displays only the key picture for images in a sequence.

Press the c button (playback mode) M display a sequence for which you want to change the key picture M d button M Choose key picture M k button

E58 Reference Section

Movie Options

Select the desired movie option to record. Select normal speed movie options to record at normal speed, or HS movie options (E59) to record in slow or fast motion. Memory cards (Class 6 or higher) are recommended for recording movies (F20).

Normal Speed Movie Options

The Movie Menu

Enter shooting mode M d button M D menu icon M Movie options M k button

Option (Image size/Frame rate1,

File format) Image size Aspect ratio

(horizontal to vertical)

d R

1080P/30p 1080P/25p (default setting)

1920 1080 (High) 16:9

e S

1080/30p 1080/25p 1920 1080 16:9

Z U

1080/60i 1080/50i 1920 1080 16:9

f V

720/30p 720/25p 1280 720 16:9

p iFrame 540/30p2

iFrame 540/25p2 960 540 16:9

g W

480/30p 480/25p 640 480 4:3

E59

Reference Section 1 The available options and frame rates vary depending on TV settings > Video mode setting in

the setup menu (A 69). 2 iFrame is a format supported by Apple Inc. iFrame files cannot be edited on this camera. When

recording movies to the internal memory, recording may stop before the maximum movie length is reached.

HS Movie Options Recorded movies are played back in fast or slow motion. See Playing Back Movies in Slow Motion and Fast Motion (E60).

B Notes About HS Movie Sound is not recorded. Zoom position, focus, exposure, and white balance are locked when movie recording starts.

Option Image size

Aspect ratio (horizontal to vertical)

Description

i X

HS 720/2 1280 720 16:9

1/2-speed slow motion movies Max. recording time: 30 seconds

(playback time: 1 minute)

j Y

HS 1080/0.5 1920 1080 16:9

2 speed fast motion movies Max. recording time: 2 minutes

(playback time: 1 minute)

E60 Reference Section

C Playing Back Movies in Slow Motion and Fast Motion When recording at normal speed:

When recording at i/X HS 720/2: Movies are recorded at 2 normal speed. They are played back in slow motion at 2 slower speed.

When recording at j/Y HS 1080/0.5: Movies are recorded at 1/2 normal speed. They are played back in fast motion at 2 faster speed.

Recording time

Playback time

10 s

10 s

Recording time

Playback time

Slow motion playback

10 s

20 s

Recording time

Playback time

Fast motion playback

10 s

5 s

E61

Reference Section Autofocus Mode

Set how the camera focuses in movie mode.

When an HS movie option is selected in Movie options, the setting is fixed at Single AF.

Wind Noise Reduction

Set whether or not to reduce wind noise during movie recording.

When an HS movie option is selected in Movie options, the setting is fixed at Off.

Enter shooting mode M d button M D menu icon M Autofocus mode M k button

Option Description

A Single AF (default setting)

Focus is locked when the b (e movie-record) button is pressed to start recording. Select this option when the distance between the camera and the subject will remain fairly consistent.

B Full-time AF

Camera focuses continuously. Select this option when the distance between the camera and subject will change significantly during recording. The sound of the camera focusing may be heard in the recorded movie. Use of Single AF is recommended to prevent the sound of the camera focusing from interfering with recording.

Enter shooting mode M d button M D menu icon M Wind noise reduction M k button

Option Description

Y On Reduces the sound produced when wind passes over the microphone. Other sounds may become difficult to hear during playback.

Off (default setting) Wind noise reduction is not enabled.

E62 Reference Section

Welcome Screen

Configure the welcome screen that is displayed when you turn on the camera.

The Setup Menu

d button M z menu icon M Welcome screen M k button

Option Description

None (default setting) Does not display the welcome screen.

COOLPIX Displays a welcome screen with the COOLPIX logo.

Select an image

Displays an image selected for the welcome screen. The image selection screen is displayed. Select an image (E52)

and press the k button. Because a copy of the selected image is saved in the camera, it will

be displayed when the camera is turned on, even if the original image is deleted.

An image cannot be selected if its aspect ratio is different from that of the screen, or if the image size is extremely small after the small picture or crop function is applied.

E63

Reference Section Time Zone and Date

Set the camera clock.

Setting the Time Zone

1 Use the multi selector HI to select Time zone and press the k button.

d button M z menu icon M Time zone and date M k button

Option Description

Date and time

Select an item: Press the multi selector JK (changes between D, M, Y, hour, and minute).

Edit the date and time: Press HI. Apply the setting: Select the minute

setting and press the k button.

Date format Select Year/Month/Day, Month/Day/Year, or Day/Month/Year.

Time zone

Set time zone and daylight saving time. When Travel destination (x) is set after having set the home time zone

(w), the time difference between the travel destination and the home time zone is automatically calculated, and the date and time are saved for the selected region.

Edit

Date and t ime

01 01 2013

00 00

YMD

Time zone and date

Time zone

Date and t ime

Date format

London, Casablanca

15/11/2013 15 :30

E64 Reference Section

2 Select w Home time zone or x Travel destination and press the k button. The date and time displayed in the monitor changes

depending on whether the home time zone or travel destination is selected.

3 Press K.

4 Use JK to select the time zone. Press H to enable daylight saving time function, and W is

displayed. Press I to disable the daylight saving time function.

Press the k button to apply the time zone. If the correct time is not displayed for the home or travel

destination time zone setting, set the appropriate time in Date and time.

Time zone

Home t ime zone

London, Casablanca

15/11/2013 15 :30

Travel dest inat ion

Time zone

Home t ime zone

London, Casablanca

15/11/2013 15 :30

Travel dest inat ion

Back

New York , Toronto, L ima

10:30 -05:00

Time zone

Home t ime zone

New York , Toronto, L ima

15/11/2013 10 :30

Travel dest inat ion

E65

Reference Section Monitor Settings

Photo Info

d button M z menu icon M Monitor settings M k button

Option Description

Photo info Set whether or not to display information in the monitor.

Image review This setting determines whether or not the captured image is displayed immediately after shooting. Default setting: On

Brightness Select from five settings. Default setting: 3

Shooting mode Playback mode

Show info

Auto info (default setting)

Current settings and operation guide are displayed as in Show info. If no operations are performed for a few seconds, the information is hidden as in Hide info. Information is displayed again when the next operation is performed.

Hide info

7 8 0 2 5 m 0 s

4 / 4

1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 3 1 5 : 3 0 0 0 0 4 . J P G

E66 Reference Section

Framing grid+auto info

In addition to information shown with Auto info, a framing grid is displayed to help frame images. The framing grid is not displayed when recording movies.

The current settings or operation guide is displayed as in Auto info.

Movie frame+auto info In addition to information shown

with Auto info, a frame is displayed before recording begins that represents the area that will be captured when recording movies. The movie frame is not displayed when recording movies.

The current settings or operation guide is displayed as in Auto info.

Shooting mode Playback mode

7 8 0 2 5 m 0 s

4 / 4

1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 3 1 5 : 3 0 0 0 0 4 . J P G

7 8 0 2 5 m 0 s

4 / 4

1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 3 1 5 : 3 0 0 0 0 4 . J P G

E67

Reference Section Print Date (Imprinting Date and Time)

The shooting date and time can be imprinted on the images when shooting, allowing the information to be printed even from printers that do not support date printing (E49).

B Notes About Print Date Imprinted dates form a permanent part of image data and cannot be deleted. The date and time

cannot be imprinted on images after they have been captured. The date and time cannot be imprinted in the following situations:

- When using Night portrait (when Hand-held is selected), Night landscape (when Hand- held is selected), Easy panorama, or Pet portrait (when Continuous is selected) in scene mode

- When the continuous shooting setting (E38) is set to Continuous H: 120 fps or Continuous H: 60 fps

- When shooting movies The imprinted date and time may be difficult to read when using a small image size.

d button M z menu icon M Print date M k button

Option Description

f Date Date is imprinted on images.

S Date and time Date and time are imprinted on images.

Off (default setting) Date and time are not imprinted on images.

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E68 Reference Section

Vibration Reduction

Set to reduce the effects of camera shake while shooting. Set Vibration reduction to Off when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting.

B Notes About Vibration Reduction After turning on the camera or after switching from playback mode to shooting mode, wait for the

shooting mode screen to be displayed completely before taking images. Images displayed in the cameras monitor immediately after shooting may be displayed blurry. Vibration reduction may be unable to completely eliminate the effects of camera shake in some

situations.

d button M z menu icon M Vibration reduction M k button

Option Description

g On (default setting) Vibration reduction is enabled.

Off Vibration reduction is disabled.

E69

Reference Section Motion Detection

Enable motion detection to reduce the effects of subject movement and camera shake when shooting still images.

B Notes About Motion Detection Motion detection may be unable to eliminate the effects of subject movement and camera shake

in some situations. Motion detection may be disabled if the subject exhibits significant movement or is too dark. The images captured using motion detection may be somewhat grainy in appearance.

d button M z menu icon M Motion detection M k button

Option Description

U Auto (default setting)

Motion detection is enabled with some shooting modes or settings, when r is displayed on the shooting screen. When the camera detects subject movement or camera shake, r turns green, and the ISO sensitivity and shutter speed are automatically increased to reduce blurring. Set ISO sensitivity (E40) to Auto in A (auto) mode.

Off Motion detection is disabled.

E70 Reference Section

AF Assist

Enable or disable the AF-assist illuminator which assists autofocus operation.

Digital Zoom

B Notes About Digital Zoom Digital zoom cannot be used in the following situations:

- When Portrait, Night portrait, Night landscape, Easy panorama, or Pet portrait is selected in scene mode

- When smart portrait mode is selected - When Continuous is set to Multi-shot 16

d button M z menu icon M AF assist M k button

Option Description

a Auto (default setting)

The AF-assist illuminator automatically lights up when the subject is dimly lit. The illuminator has a range of about 2.0 m (6 ft 6 in.) at the maximum wide- angle position and about 1.1 m (3 ft 7 in.) at the maximum telephoto position. Note that for some scene modes, the AF-assist illuminator may not light.

Off The AF-assist illuminator does not light.

d button M z menu icon M Digital zoom M k button

Option Description

On (default setting) Digital zoom is enabled.

Off Digital zoom is disabled.

E71

Reference Section Sound Settings

Auto Off

Set the amount of time that elapses before the camera enters standby mode (A 19). You can select 30 s, 1 min (default setting), 5 min, or 30 min.

C Notes About Auto Off The time that passes before the camera enters standby mode is fixed in the following situations:

- When shooting using Pet portrait auto release: 5 minutes (when auto off is set to 30 s or 1 min)

- When shooting using Smile timer: 5 minutes (when auto off is set to 30 s or 1 min) - When a menu is displayed: 3 minutes (when auto off is set to 30 s or 1 min) - When the audio/video cable is connected: 30 minutes - When an HDMI cable is connected: 30 minutes

d button M z menu icon M Sound settings M k button

Option Description

Button sound

When On (default setting) is selected, the camera produces one beep when operations are performed, two beeps when focus is acquired on the subject, and three beeps when an error occurs. The start-up sound is also produced. Sounds are disabled when using Pet portrait scene mode.

Shutter sound

When On (default setting) is selected, the shutter sound is produced when the shutter is released. The shutter sound is not produced when using continuous shooting

mode, when recording movies, or when using Pet portrait scene mode.

d button M z menu icon M Auto off M k button

E72 Reference Section

Format Memory/Format Card

Use this option to format the internal memory or a memory card. Formatting the internal memory or memory cards permanently deletes all data. Data that has been deleted cannot be recovered. Make sure to transfer important images to a computer before formatting. Do not turn the camera off or open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover during

formatting.

Formatting the Internal Memory Remove the memory card from the camera. The Format memory option is displayed in the setup menu.

Formatting Memory Cards Insert a memory card in the camera. The Format card option is displayed in the setup menu.

d button M z menu icon M Format memory/Format card M k button

M otion detec t ion

Language

T V sett ings

Al l images wi l l be deleted! OK?

Format

No

M otion detec t ion

Language

T V sett ings

Al l images wi l l be deleted! OK?

Format

No

E73

Reference Section Language

Select a language for display of camera menus and messages.

TV Settings

Adjust settings for connection to a TV.

C HDMI and HDMI-CEC HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a multimedia interface. HDMI-CEC (HDMI-Consumer Electronics Control) allows compatible devices to inter-operate.

d button M z menu icon M Language M k button

d button M z menu icon M TV settings M k button

Option Description

Video mode

Select from NTSC and PAL. Both NTSC and PAL are standards for analog color television broadcasting. The frame rate settings available for Movie options (E58) vary

depending on the Video mode setting.

HDMI Select a resolution for HDMI output. When Auto (default setting) is selected, the option best suited to the TV to which the camera is connected is automatically selected from 480p, 720p, or 1080i.

HDMI device control When On (default setting) is selected, the HDMI-CEC-compatible TVs remote control can be used to control the camera during playback (E23).

E74 Reference Section

Blink Warning

Select whether or not the camera detects human subjects that have blinked using face detection (A 54) when shooting in the following modes: G (easy auto) mode Portrait or Night portrait scene mode (A 30)

The Blink Warning Screen Faces detected by the blink warning are displayed inside a border. The operations described below are available. To enlarge the face: Move the zoom control toward g (i). If

more than one face is detected, use the multi selector JK to select the desired face.

To switch to full-frame playback: Move the zoom control toward f (h).

If you press the k button, or if no operations are performed for a few seconds, the camera returns to shooting mode.

B Notes About Blink Warning The blink warning may not function properly in some shooting conditions.

d button M z menu icon M Blink warning M k button

Option Description

On

When one or more human subjects may have blinked in an image captured using face detection, the Did someone blink? screen is displayed in the monitor. Check the image and determine whether or not another image should be captured.

Off (default setting) Blink warning is disabled.

Did someone bl ink?

ExitZoom in

E75

Reference Section Eye-Fi Upload

Select whether or not the cameras Eye-Fi card (available from third-party manufacturers) sends images to your computer.

B Notes About Eye-Fi Cards Note that images will not be uploaded if signal strength is insufficient even if Enable is selected. Remove your Eye-Fi card from the camera where wireless devices are prohibited. Signals may be

transmitted even if Disable is selected. Refer to the instruction manual of your Eye-Fi card for more information. In the event of

malfunction, contact the card manufacturer. The camera can be used to turn Eye-Fi cards on and off, but may not support other Eye-Fi functions. The camera is not compatible with the Endless Memory function. When it is set on a computer,

disable the function. If the Endless Memory function is enabled, the number of images taken may not be displayed correctly.

Eye-Fi cards are for use only in the country of purchase. Observe all local laws concerning wireless devices.

Leaving the setting as Enable will result in the batteries being depleted in a shorter period of time.

C Eye-Fi Communication Indicator The communication status of the Eye-Fi card in the camera can be confirmed in the monitor (A 6, 8). w: Eye-Fi upload is set to Disable. x (lights): Eye-Fi upload enabled; waiting to begin upload. x (flashes): Eye-Fi upload enabled; uploading data. y: Eye-Fi upload enabled but no images available for upload. z: An error occurred. The camera cannot control the Eye-Fi card.

d button M z menu icon M Eye-Fi upload M k button

Option Description

b Enable (default setting) Upload images created by the camera to a preselected destination.

c Disable Images are not uploaded.

E76 Reference Section

Reset All

When Reset is selected, the cameras settings are restored to their default values. Some settings, such as Time zone and date or Language, are not reset.

C Resetting File Numbering To reset file numbering to 0001, delete all images saved in the internal memory or on the memory card (A 27) before selecting Reset all.

d button M z menu icon M Reset all M k button

E77

Reference Section Battery Type

To ensure that the camera shows the correct battery level (A 18), select the type that matches the batteries currently in use.

Firmware Version

View the current camera firmware version.

d button M z menu icon M Battery type M k button

Option Description

k Alkaline (default setting) LR6/L40 (AA-size) alkaline batteries

l COOLPIX (Ni-MH) Nikon EN-MH2 rechargeable Ni-MH (nickel metal hydride) batteries

m Lithium FR6/L91 (AA-size) lithium batteries

d button M z menu icon M Firmware version M k button

E78 Reference Section

Refer to the table below if an error message is displayed.

Error Messages

Display Cause/Solution A

The camera will turn off to prevent overheating.

The inside of the camera has become hot. The camera turns off automatically. Wait until the camera has cooled before resuming use.

Memory card is write protected.

The write-protect switch is in the lock position. Slide the write-protect switch to the write position.

This card cannot be used.

An error occurred while accessing the memory card. Use an approved card. Check that the terminals are clean. Confirm that the memory card is correctly inserted.

12, F20This card cannot be

read.

Card is not formatted. Format card?

The memory card has not been formatted for use in the camera. Formatting deletes all data saved on the memory card. If you need to keep copies of any images, make sure to select No and save the copies to a computer or other medium before formatting the memory card. Select Yes and press the k button to format the memory card.

F5

Not available if Eye-Fi card is locked.

The write-protect switch of the Eye-Fi card is in the lock position.

An error occurred while accessing the Eye-Fi card. Check that the terminals are clean. Confirm that the Eye-Fi card is correctly inserted.

12

Out of memory. Delete images or insert a new memory card. 12, 27, 68

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Reference Section

Image cannot be saved.

An error occurred while saving the image. Insert a new memory card or format the internal memory or memory card.

E72

The camera has run out of file numbers. Insert a new memory card or format the internal memory or memory card.

E72

The image cannot be used for the welcome screen. E62

There is insufficient space to save the copy. Delete images from the destination. 27

Album is full. No further pictures can be added.

200 images have already been added to the album. Remove some images from the album. Add to other albums.

E8 E6

Sound file cannot be saved.

A voice memo cannot be attached to this image. Voice memos cannot be attached to movies. Select an image captured with this camera.

Image cannot be modified. Select images that support the editing function. E14,

F14

Cannot record movie. A time-out error occurred while saving the movie on the memory card. Select a memory card with a faster write speed.

64, F20

Display Cause/Solution A

E80 Reference Section

Memory contains no images.

There are no images in the internal memory or on the memory card. Remove the memory card from the camera to play back

images in the cameras internal memory. To copy the images saved in the cameras internal memory

to the memory card, press the d button to select Copy in the playback menu.

13

E55

No images have been added to the selected album. E6, E7

No images are contained in the category selected in auto sort mode. E10

File contains no image data.

The file was not created or edited with this camera. The file cannot be viewed on this camera. View the file using a computer or the device used to create or edit this file.

This file cannot be played back.

All images are hidden. There are no images available for a slide show. E50

This image cannot be deleted.

The image is protected. Disable protection. E51

Raise the flash. The flash is lowered. Raise the flash when shooting using Night portrait or Backlighting in scene mode.

31, 33, 41

Lens error

A lens error occurred. Turn the camera off and then on again. If the error persists, contact your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative.

18

Communications error An error occurred while communicating with the printer. Turn the camera off and reconnect the USB cable. E25

Display Cause/Solution A

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Reference Section

* See the documentation provided with your printer for further guidance and information.

System error

An error occurred in the cameras internal circuitry. Turn the camera off, remove and reinsert the batteries, and turn the camera on. If the error persists, contact your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative.

10, 18

Printer error: check printer status.

After solving the problem, select Resume and press the k button to resume printing.*

Printer error: check paper.

Load the specified size of paper, select Resume, and press the k button to resume printing.*

Printer error: paper jam. Remove the jammed paper, select Resume, and press the k button to resume printing.*

Printer error: out of paper.

Load the specified size of paper, select Resume, and press the k button to resume printing.*

Printer error: check ink. There is a problem with the printers ink. Check the ink, select Resume, and press the k button to resume printing.*

Printer error: out of ink. Replace the ink cartridge, select Resume, and press the k button to resume printing.*

Printer error: file corrupt. There is a problem with the image file to be printed. Select Cancel and press the k button to cancel printing.

Display Cause/Solution A

E82 Reference Section

Images, movies, or voice memos are assigned file names as follows.

Voice memo file names have the same identifier and file number as the image to which the voice memo is attached.

File Names

DSCN0001.JPG

Identifier (not shown on camera monitor)

Original still images (voice memo attachment included) and movies

DSCN

Small copies (voice memo attachment included) SSCN

Cropped copies (voice memo attachment included) RSCN

Images created by an image editing function other than small picture or crop (voice memo attachment included), and movies created by the movie editing function

FSCN

Extension (indicates file format)

Still images .JPG

Movies .MOV

Voice memos .WAV

File number (assigned automatically in ascending order, starting with 0001)

E83

Reference Section

* To charge EN-MH2 batteries, use only Battery Charger MH-72 or MH-73. Do not use these battery chargers to charge any other type of battery.

Availability may vary with country or region. See our website or brochures for the latest information.

Optional Accessories

Rechargeable battery Rechargeable Ni-MH batteries EN-MH2-B2 (set of two EN-MH2 batteries)* Rechargeable Ni-MH batteries EN-MH2-B4 (set of four EN-MH2 batteries)*

Battery charger Battery Charger MH-72 (includes two EN-MH2 rechargeable Ni-MH batteries)* Battery Charger MH-73 (includes four EN-MH2 rechargeable Ni-MH batteries)*

AC adapter

AC Adapter EH-65A (connect as shown)

Make sure that the power connector cord has been properly aligned in the battery-chamber groove before closing the battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover. If part of the cord runs out of the groove, the cover or cord may be damaged when the cover is closed.

Audio/video cable Audio Video Cable EG-CP16

Camera strap Strap AN-CP23 See Attaching the AN-CP23 Camera Strap (E84) for more information.

1

2

2

1

E84 Reference Section

Attaching the AN-CP23 Camera Strap

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b

a

0

2

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4

3

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9

8

F1

Caring for the Product.......................................F2 The Camera................................................................................................F2 Batteries ......................................................................................................F3 Memory Cards ..........................................................................................F5

Cleaning and Storage........................................F6 Cleaning......................................................................................................F6 Storage ........................................................................................................F7

Troubleshooting................................................F8 Specifications...................................................F16

Approved Memory Cards .................................................................. F20 Index .................................................................F23

Technical Notes and Index

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The Camera To ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the precautions described below in addition to the warnings in For Your Safety (A viii-xiv) when using or storing the device.

B Do Not Drop The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shock or vibration.

B Handle the Lens and All Moving Parts with Care Do not apply force to the lens, lens cover, monitor, memory card slot, or battery chamber. These parts are easily damaged. 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 Keep Dry The device will be damaged if immersed in water or subjected to high humidity.

B Avoid Sudden Changes in Temperature 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 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 charge or the magnetic fields produced by equipment such as radio transmitters could interfere with the monitor, damage data saved on the memory card, or affect the products internal circuitry.

Caring for the Product

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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 image sensor, producing a white blur effect in photographs.

B Turn the Product off Before Removing or Disconnecting the Power Source Do not remove the batteries while the product is on, or while images are being saved or deleted. Forcibly cutting power in these circumstances could result in loss of data or in damage to product memory or internal circuitry.

B Notes About the Monitor Monitors and electronic viewfinders are constructed with extremely high precision; at least 99.99%

of pixels are effective, with no more than 0.01% being missing or defective. Hence while these displays may contain pixels that are always lit (white, red, blue, or green) or always off (black), this is not a malfunction and has no effect on images recorded with the device.

Images in 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.

Batteries Be sure to read and follow the warnings in For Your Safety (A viii-xiv) before use.

B Notes About Using Batteries Used batteries may overheat. Handle with caution. Do not use batteries beyond their recommended expiration date. Do not turn the camera on and off repeatedly if discharged batteries are inserted in the camera.

B Spare Batteries We recommend carrying spare batteries depending on where you are shooting. It may be difficult to purchase batteries in certain areas.

B Charging Batteries If using optional rechargeable batteries, charge the batteries before taking pictures. Batteries are not charged at the time of purchase. Be sure to read and follow the warnings noted in the operating instructions included with the battery charger.

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B Charging Rechargeable Batteries Do not mix batteries with different amounts of charge remaining, or batteries of a different make

or model. When using EN-MH2 batteries with this camera, charge two batteries at a time using Battery

Charger MH-72. When using Battery Charger MH-73, charge two or four batteries at a time. Use only Battery Charger MH-72 or MH-73 to charge EN-MH2 batteries.

When using Battery Charger MH-72 or MH-73, only charge EN-MH2 batteries.

B Notes About EN-MH1 Rechargeable Batteries and Battery Charger MH-70/71 You can also use EN-MH1 Ni-MH rechargeable batteries with this camera. Use only Battery Charger MH-70 or MH-71 to charge EN-MH1 batteries. When using Battery Charger MH-70 or MH-71, only charge EN-MH1 batteries. Set Battery type (A 70, E77) to COOLPIX (Ni-MH).

B Notes About Rechargeable Ni-MH Batteries If you repeatedly charge rechargeable Ni-MH batteries while they still have some charge

remaining, the message Battery exhausted. may be displayed prematurely when using the batteries. This is due to the memory effect, in which the amount of charge the batteries can hold decreases temporarily. Use the batteries until there is no charge remaining and they will return to their normal behavior.

Rechargeable Ni-MH batteries discharge even when not being used. We recommend charging the batteries just before using them.

B Cold Environment Usage Battery performance decreases in cold environments. When using the camera in cold environments, try not to let the camera and batteries become too cold. The camera may not function if you use discharged batteries in cold environments. Keep spare batteries warm and alternate between two sets of batteries. Batteries that cannot be used because they have become too cold can often be used again when they have been warmed up.

B Battery Terminals Dirt on the battery terminals can prevent the camera from functioning. Remove dirt from the terminals using a dry cloth.

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B Remaining Battery Charge If you insert discharged batteries into the camera, the camera may indicate that the batteries have adequate charge remaining. This is a characteristic of batteries.

B Recycling Used batteries are a valuable resource. Please recycle used batteries in accordance with local regulations. Cover the battery terminals with plastic tape when recycling.

Memory Cards Use only Secure Digital memory cards. See Approved Memory Cards (F20) for recommended

memory cards. Observe the precautions noted in the documentation included with your memory card. Do not affix labels or stickers to the memory card. Do not format the memory card using a computer. The first time you insert a memory card that has been used in another device into this camera, be

sure to format it with this camera. We recommend formatting new memory cards with this camera before using them with this camera.

Note that formatting a memory card permanently deletes all images and other data on the memory card. If there is data saved on the memory card that you wish to keep, copy that data to a computer before formatting.

If the message Card is not formatted. Format card? is displayed when the camera is turned on, the memory card must be formatted. If there is data on the memory card that you do not want to delete, select No and press the k button. Copy that data to a computer before formatting. To format the memory card, select Yes.

Observe the following precautions while formatting the memory card, saving and deleting images, and copying images to a computer, otherwise data or the memory card itself may be damaged. - Do not open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover or remove the memory card or

batteries. - Do not turn off the camera. - Do not disconnect the AC adapter.

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Cleaning Do not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals.

Cleaning and Storage

Lens

Avoid touching glass parts with your fingers. Remove dust or lint with a blower (typically a small device with a rubber bulb attached to one end that is pumped to produce a stream of air out the other end). To remove fingerprints or other stains that cannot be removed with a blower, wipe the lens with a soft cloth, using a spiral motion that starts at the center of them and working toward the edges. 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 other sandy or dusty environment, wipe off any sand, dust, or salt with a dry cloth lightly dampened with fresh water and dry thoroughly. Note that foreign matter inside the camera could cause damage not covered by the warranty.

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Storage Turn the camera off when not in use. Be sure that the power-on lamp is off before putting the camera away. Remove the batteries 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 10C (14F) or above 50C (122F) Places that are poorly ventilated or subject to humidity 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. For storing the batteries, follow the precautions in Batteries (F3) in Caring for the Product (F2).

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If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative.

Power, Display, Settings Issues

Troubleshooting

Problem Cause/Solution A

The camera is on but does not respond.

Wait for recording to end. If the problem persists, turn the camera off. If the camera does not turn off, remove and reinsert the battery or batteries or, if you are using an AC adapter, disconnect and reconnect the AC adapter. Note that although any data currently being recorded will be lost, data that have already been recorded will not be affected by removing or disconnecting the power source.

10, 18, E83

Camera turns off without warning.

The camera automatically turns off to save power (auto off function).

The camera or batteries have become too cold and cannot operate properly.

The inside of the camera has become hot. Leave the camera off until the inside of the camera has cooled, and then try turning it on again.

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Monitor is blank.

The camera is off. The batteries are exhausted. The camera has entered standby mode to save

power. Press the power switch, shutter-release button, A button, c button, or b (e movie- record) button.

The flash lamp flashes while the flash is charging. Wait for the flash to charge.

The camera and computer are connected via a USB cable. The camera and TV are connected via an audio/

video cable or HDMI cable.

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Monitor is hard to read. Adjust the monitor brightness. The monitor is dirty. Clean the monitor.

69, E65 F6

Date and time of recording are not correct.

If the camera clock has not been set, O flashes during shooting and movie recording. Images and movies saved before the clock is set are dated 00/ 00/0000 00:00 or 01/01/2013 00:00 respectively. Set the correct time and date from the Time zone and date option in the setup menu.

The camera clock is not as accurate as ordinary watches or clocks. Periodically compare the time of the camera clock with that of a more accurate timepiece and reset as required.

14, 69, E63

No indicators displayed in monitor.

Hide info is selected for Photo info in Monitor settings in the setup menu. 69, E65

Print date not available. Time zone and date has not been set in the setup menu.

14, 69, E63

Date not imprinted on images even when Print date is enabled.

The current shooting mode does not support Print date.

The date cannot be imprinted on movies. 69, E67

Screen for setting time zone and date is displayed when camera is turned on.

The clock battery is exhausted; all settings were restored to their default values. 14, 17

Camera settings reset.

Camera becomes hot.

The camera may become hot when used for an extended period of time to shoot movies or send images using an Eye-Fi card, or when used in a hot environment; this is not a malfunction.

Camera makes sound. When Autofocus mode is set to Full-time AF or while in some shooting modes, the camera may produce an audible focusing sound.

66, E61

Problem Cause/Solution A

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Shooting Issues

Problem Cause/Solution A

Cannot switch to shooting mode. Disconnect the HDMI cable or USB cable.

71, 76, E22, E25

No image captured when the shutter-release button is pressed.

When the camera is in playback mode, press the A button or the shutter-release button.

When menus are displayed, press the d button. The batteries are exhausted. When the flash lamp is flashing, the flash is

charging.

1, 26

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Camera cannot focus.

The subject is too close. Try shooting using easy auto mode, Close-up scene mode, or macro mode.

The subject is hard to focus on. Set AF assist in the setup menu to Auto. Turn the camera off and then on again.

29, 32, 46

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Images are blurred.

Use the flash. Increase the ISO sensitivity value. Enable vibration reduction or motion detection.

Use D (Best Shot Selector). Use a tripod to stabilize the camera when shooting

(using the self-timer at the same time is more effective).

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Bright specks appear in images captured with flash.

The flash is reflecting off particles in the air. Lower the flash. 3

Flash does not fire.

The flash is lowered. A scene mode that restricts the flash is selected. On (BSS) is selected for Smile timer in the smart

portrait menu. On is selected for Blink proof in the smart portrait

menu. A function that restricts the flash is enabled.

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51, E45

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Digital zoom cannot be used.

Digital zoom is set to Off in the setup menu. Digital zoom cannot be used in the following

situations. - When Portrait, Night portrait, Night

landscape, Easy panorama, or Pet portrait is selected in scene mode

- When smart portrait mode is selected - When Continuous in the shooting menu is set

to Multi-shot 16

69, E70

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37 51, E38

Image mode not available. A function that restricts the Image mode option is enabled. 52

No sound when shutter is released.

Off is selected for Sound settings > Shutter sound in the setup menu. No sound is produced with some shooting modes and settings, even when On is selected.

Do not block the speaker.

70, E71

2

AF-assist illuminator does not light.

Off is selected for the AF assist option in the setup menu. AF-assist illuminator may not light depending on the current scene mode, even when Auto is selected.

69, E70

Problem Cause/Solution A

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Images appear smeared. The lens is dirty. Clean the lens. F6

Colors are unnatural. White balance or hue is not adjusted properly. 32, 51, E35

Randomly spaced bright pixels (noise) appear in image.

The subject is dark, and the shutter speed is too slow or ISO sensitivity is too high. Noise can be reduced by: Using the flash. Specifying a lower ISO sensitivity setting.

41 51, E40

Images are too dark (underexposed).

The flash is lowered or a shooting mode that restricts the flash is selected.

The flash window is blocked. The subject is beyond the range of the flash. Adjust exposure compensation. Increase ISO sensitivity. The subject is backlit. Select Backlighting scene

mode, or raise the flash and set the flash mode setting to X (fill flash).

3, 41, 48

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Images are too bright (overexposed). Adjust exposure compensation. 47

Unexpected results when flash set to V (auto with red-eye reduction).

When taking images with V (auto with red-eye reduction), or when taking images with Night portrait (either in easy auto mode or in scene mode) and the fill flash with slow sync and red-eye reduction is used, In-Camera Red Eye Fix may be applied to areas not affected by red-eye in rare cases. Use auto mode or any scene mode other than Night portrait, and change the flash mode to any setting other than V (auto with red-eye reduction) and try taking an image again.

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Skin tones are not softened.

In some shooting conditions, facial skin tones may not be softened.

For images containing four or more faces, try using the Skin softening effect in the playback menu.

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Problem Cause/Solution A

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Playback Issues

Saving images takes time.

It may take more time to save images in the following situations. When the noise reduction function is in operation,

such as when shooting in a dark environment When the flash mode is set to V (auto with red-

eye reduction) When shooting in Night portrait or Night

landscape scene mode When the skin softening function is applied while

shooting When using continuous shooting mode

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Problem Cause/Solution A

File cannot be played back.

This camera may not be able to play back images saved with another make or model of digital camera.

This camera cannot play back movies recorded with another make or model of digital camera.

This camera may not be able to play back data edited on a computer.

Cannot zoom in on image.

Playback zoom cannot be used with movies, small pictures, or images that have been cropped to a size of 320 240 or smaller.

This camera may not be able to zoom in on images captured with another make or model of digital camera.

Cannot record voice memos.

Voice memos cannot be attached to movies. Voice memos cannot be attached to images

captured with other cameras. Voice memos attached to images using another camera cannot be played back on this camera.

61, E54

Problem Cause/Solution A

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Cannot edit image.

Some images cannot be edited. Images that have already been edited may not be edited again.

There is not enough free space in the internal memory or on the memory card.

This camera is unable to edit images captured with other cameras.

Editing functions used for images are not available for movies.

33, E14

Cannot rotate image. This camera cannot rotate images captured with another make or model of digital camera.

Images are not displayed on TV.

Video mode or HDMI is not correctly set in the TV settings setup menu.

The cables are connected to the HDMI micro connector (Type D) and to the USB/audio/video output connector simultaneously.

The memory card contains no images. Replace the memory card. Remove the memory card to play back images from the internal memory.

70, E73

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Nikon Transfer 2 does not start when camera is connected to a computer.

The camera is off. The batteries are exhausted. The USB cable is not correctly connected. The camera is not recognized by the computer. Confirm system requirements. The computer is not set to start Nikon Transfer 2

automatically. For more information about Nikon Transfer 2, refer to help information contained in ViewNX 2.

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Images to be printed are not displayed.

The memory card contains no images. Replace the memory card.

Remove the memory card to print images from the internal memory.

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Problem Cause/Solution A

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Cannot select paper size with camera.

The camera cannot be used to select the paper size in the following situations, even when printing from a PictBridge-compatible printer. Use the printer to select the paper size. The printer does not support the paper sizes

specified by the camera. The printer automatically selects the paper size.

71, E26, E28

Problem Cause/Solution A

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Nikon COOLPIX L620 Digital Camera

Specifications

Type Compact digital camera

Number of effective pixels 18.1 million

Image sensor 1/2.3-in. type CMOS; approx. 18.91 million total pixels

Lens NIKKOR lens with 14 optical zoom

Focal length 4.563.0 mm (angle of view equivalent to that of 25350 mm lens in 35mm [135] format)

f/-number f/3.35.9

Construction 11 elements in 10 groups (2 ED lens elements)

Digital zoom magnification

Up to 2 (angle of view equivalent to that of approx. 700 mm lens in 35mm [135] format)

Vibration reduction Lens shift

Motion blur reduction Motion detection (still pictures)

Autofocus (AF) Contrast-detect AF

Focus range

[W]: Approx. 50 cm (1 ft 8 in.), [T]: Approx. 1.0 m (3 ft 4 in.)

Macro mode: Approx. 1 cm (0.4 in.) (wide-angle position relative to G)

(All distances measured from center of front surface of lens)

Focus-area selection Center, face detection, target finding AF

Monitor 7.5 cm (3-in.), approx. 460k-dot, TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating and 5-level brightness adjustment

Frame coverage (shooting mode)

Approx. 96% horizontal and 96% vertical (compared to actual picture)

Frame coverage (playback mode)

Approx. 96% horizontal and 96% vertical (compared to actual picture)

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Storage

Media Internal memory (approx. 83 MB), SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card

File system DCF, Exif 2.3, and DPOF compliant

File formats Still pictures: JPEG Sound files (voice memo): WAV Movies: MOV (Video: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, Audio: LPCM stereo)

Image size (pixels)

18M (High) [4896 3672P] 18M [4896 3672] 8M [3264 2448] 4M [2272 1704] 2M [1600 1200] VGA [640 480] 16:9 [4896 2754] 1:1 [3672 3672]

ISO sensitivity (Standard output sensitivity)

ISO 1251600 ISO 3200 (available when using Auto mode)

Exposure

Metering mode Matrix, center-weighted (digital zoom less than 2), spot (digital zoom 2)

Exposure control Programmed auto exposure and exposure compensation (2.0 +2.0 EV in steps of 1/3 EV)

Shutter Mechanical and CMOS electronic shutter

Speed

1/16001 s 1/4000 s (maximum speed during high-speed continuous

shooting) 4 s (Fireworks show scene mode)

Aperture Electronically-controlled ND filter (2 AV) selection

Range 2 steps (f/3.3 and f/6.6 [W])

Self-timer Approx. 10 s

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Flash

Range (approx.) (ISO sensitivity: Auto)

[W]: 0.55.0 m (1 ft 8 in.16 ft) [T]: 1.03.0 m (3 ft 4 in.9 ft 10 in.)

Flash control TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes

Interface Hi-Speed USB

Data transfer protocol MTP, PTP

Video output Can be selected from NTSC and PAL

HDMI output Can be selected from Auto, 480p, 720p, and 1080i

I/O terminal Audio/video (A/V) output; digital I/O (USB) HDMI micro connector (Type D) (HDMI output)

Supported languages

Arabic, Bengali, Bulgarian, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hindi, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Marathi, Norwegian, Persian, Polish, Portuguese (European and Brazilian), Romanian, Russian, Serbian, Spanish, Swedish, Tamil, Telugu, Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian, Vietnamese

Power sources

Two LR6/L40 (AA-size) alkaline batteries Two FR6/L91 (AA-size) lithium batteries Two EN-MH2 rechargeable Ni-MH batteries (available separately) AC Adapter EH-65A (available separately)

Battery life1

Still pictures Approx. 150 shots when using alkaline batteries Approx. 660 shots when using lithium batteries Approx. 410 shots when using EN-MH2 batteries

Movies (actual battery life for recording)2

Approx. 10 min when using alkaline batteries Approx. 1 h 25 min when using lithium batteries Approx. 55 min when using EN-MH2 batteries

Tripod socket 1/4 (ISO 1222)

Dimensions (W H D) Approx. 108.3 68.7 34.1 mm (4.3 2.8 1.4 in.) (excluding projections)

Weight Approx. 237 g (8.4 oz) (including batteries and SD memory card)

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Unless otherwise stated, all figures assume fresh LR6/L40 (AA-size) alkaline batteries and an ambient temperature of 23 3 C (73.4 5.4 F) as specified by the Camera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA).

1 Battery life may vary depending on conditions of use, such as the interval between shots or the length of time that menus and images are displayed. The included batteries are for trial use only. Figures listed for lithium batteries are measured using commercially available FR6/L91 (AA-size) Energizer(R) Ultimate Lithium batteries.

2 Individual movie files cannot exceed 4 GB in size or 29 minutes in length. Recording may end before this limit is reached if camera temperature becomes elevated.

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.

Operating environment

Temperature 0C40C (32F104F)

Humidity 85% or less (no condensation)

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Approved Memory Cards The following Secure Digital (SD) memory cards have been tested and approved for use in this camera. Memory cards with an SD Speed Class rating of 6 or faster are recommended for recording

movies. When using a memory card with a lower Speed Class rating, movie recording may stop unexpectedly.

1 If the memory card will be used with a card reader or similar device, make sure that the device supports 2 GB cards.

Contact the manufacturer for details on the above cards. We cannot guarantee camera performance when using memory cards made by other manufacturers.

SD memory card SDHC memory card 2 SDXC memory card 3

SanDisk 2 GB1 4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB 64 GB, 128 GB

TOSHIBA 4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB 64 GB

Panasonic 2 GB1 4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB 64 GB

Lexar 4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB 64 GB, 128 GB

2 SDHC compliant. If the memory card will be used with a card reader or similar device, make sure that the device supports SDHC.

3 SDXC compliant. If the memory card will be used with a card reader or similar device, make sure that the device supports SDXC.

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AVC Patent Portfolio License This product is licensed under the AVC Patent Portfolio License for the personal and noncommercial use of a consumer to (i) encode video in compliance with the AVC standard (AVC video) and/or (ii) decode AVC video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal and non-commercial activity and/or was obtained from a video provider licensed to provide AVC video. No license is granted or shall be implied for any other use. Additional information may be obtained from MPEG LA, L.L.C. See http://www.mpegla.com.

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Trademark Information Microsoft, Windows and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of

Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other

countries. The iFrame logo and the iFrame symbol are trademarks of Apple Inc. Adobe and Acrobat are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Inc. SDXC, SDHC and SD Logos are trademarks of SD-3C, LLC. PictBridge is a trademark. HDMI, HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered

trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

All other trade names mentioned in this manual or the other documentation provided with your Nikon product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

FreeType License (FreeType2) Portions of this software are copyright 2013 The FreeType Project (http://www.freetype.org). All rights reserved.

MIT License (HarfBuzz) Portions of this software are copyright 2013 The HarfBuzz Project (http://www.freedesktop.org/wiki/Software/HarfBuzz). All rights reserved.

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Symbols g Telephoto......................................................... 23 f Wide-angle.................................................... 23 i Playback zoom .............................................. 59 h Thumbnail playback............................... 60 G Easy auto mode......................................... 29 b Scene mode .................................................. 30 G Special effects mode ............................... 35 F Smart portrait mode............................... 37 A Auto mode................................................... 39 c Playback mode........................................... 26 h Favorite pictures mode.................... E6 F Auto sort mode................................... E10 C List by date mode............................... E11 z Setup menu.................................. 69, E62 k Apply selection button ............................. 2 A Shooting mode button........................... 2 be Movie-record button........................... 2 c Playback button .................................. 2, 26 l Delete button.......................................... 2, 27 d button .................. 2, 4, 50, 61, 66, 69 K Flash pop-up control................ 2, 3, 41 m Flash mode ..................................................... 41 n Self-timer........................................................ 44 p Macro mode ................................................ 46 o Exposure compensation ....................... 47 j Help.................................................................... 30

A AC adapter ................................................... E83 AF area mode .................................... 51, E42 AF-assist illuminator ................ 1, 69, E70 Album................................................................. E9 Alkaline batteries ............................................... 10 Aperture value .................................................... 25 Audio/video cable........ 72, E22, E83 Audio/video-in jack ....................... 72, E22 Auto flash .............................................................. 42 Auto mode............................................................ 39 Auto off.......................................... 19, 70, E71 Auto sort menu ................................. 61, E10 Auto sort mode.......................................... E10 Autofocus.................................... 57, 66, E61 Autofocus mode.............................. 66, E61

B Backlighting o ......................................... 30, 33 Battery .............................................................. 10, 17 Battery charger .......................................... E83 Battery level .......................................................... 18 Battery type......................................... 70, E77 Battery-chamber/memory card slot cover

.............................................................................. 2, 12 Beach Z................................................................. 30 Best shot selector............................ 33, E38 Black and white copy n...................... 30, 33

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Black-and-white ......................................... E41 Blink proof............................................. 51, E45 Blink warning..................................... 70, E74 Brightness ..................................................... E65 BSS............................................................ 33, E38 Button sound............................................... E71

C Calendar display ................................................ 60 Choose key picture ....... 62, E12, E57 Close-up k ................................................. 30, 32 Color options ...................................... 51, E41 Compression ratio ................................... E33 Computer...................................................... 72, 76 Connector cover.................................................... 1 Continuous shooting..................... 51, E38 Copy......................................................... 61, E55 Crop.......................................................... 59, E21 Cyanotype ..................................................... E41

D Date and time .......................... 14, 69, E63 Date format.......................................... 15, E63 Daylight saving time..................... 15, E64 Delete ....................................................................... 27 Digital zoom.............................. 23, 69, E70 Direct print .......................................... 72, E24 D-Lighting ............................................ 61, E15 DPOF print.................................................... E30 DSCN................................................................ E82 Dusk/dawn i .................................................... 30

E Easy auto mode.................................................. 29 Easy panorama p.................... 30, 33, E2 Easy panorama playback................ 33, E5 Editing movies ............................................ E31 EN-MH1 ............................................................... F4 EN-MH2 ............................................. E83, F3 Exposure compensation............................... 47 Extension....................................................... E82 Eye-Fi upload ..................................... 70, E75 Eyelets for camera strap.................................... 1 F Face detection .................................................... 54 Favorite pictures ................................. 62, E6 Favorite pictures menu ................... 61, E7 Favorite pictures mode ........................... E6 File name....................................................... E82 Fill flash ................................................................... 42 Filter effects ......................................... 61, E18 Fireworks show m .................................. 30, 33 Firmware version............................. 70, E77 Flash ............................................................... 1, 3, 41 Flash lamp ....................................................... 2, 43 Flash mode............................................................ 41 Flash pop-up control .......................... 2, 3, 41 Focus............................................. 24, 54, E42 Focus area............................................................. 24 Focus indicator ...................................................... 7 Focus lock .............................................................. 58 Food u............................................................ 30, 32

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Format internal memory ............ 70, E72 Format memory cards ......... 13, 70, E72 Formatting .................................. 13, 70, E72 FSCN................................................................. E82 Full-frame playback mode .......................... 26 Full-time AF ........................................ 66, E61

H HDMI ................................................................ E73 HDMI cable ......................................... 72, E22 HDMI device control .............................. E73 HDMI micro connector...................................... 1 Help ........................................................................... 30 High key G........................................................... 35 High-contrast monochrome F .............. 35 HS movie ............................ 66, E59, E60

I Identifier......................................................... E82 Image mode........................................ 51, E33 Image review .............................................. E65 Imprinting date and time ........... 17, E67 Internal memory................................................. 13 ISO sensitivity..................................... 51, E40

J JPG..................................................................... E82

L Landscape c ...................................................... 30 Language ............................................. 70, E73 Lens................................................................ 1, F16 Lens cover.................................................................. 1

List by date menu............................. 61, E11 List by date mode..................................... E11 Lithium batteries ............................................... 10 Low key H ............................................................ 35 M Macro mode........................................................ 46 Memory card........................................ 12, F20 Memory card slot .............................................. 12 Microphone (stereo) ........................................... 1 Monitor.................................................... 2, 6, F6 Monitor settings............................... 69, E65 Motion detection ............................ 69, E69 MOV.................................................................. E82 Movie length........................................................ 63 Movie menu ....................................... 66, E58 Movie options ................................... 66, E58 Movie playback .................................................. 67 Movie recording ................................................ 63 Movie-record button ......................................... 2 Multi selector .......................................................... 2 Multi-shot 16............................................... E38 Museum l ................................................. 30, 33 N Night landscape j ................................ 30, 32 Night portrait e....................................... 30, 31 Nikon Transfer 2 ........................................ 75, 76 Nostalgic sepia E ........................................... 35 Number of exposures remaining

................................................................. 18, E34

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O Optical zoom ....................................................... 23 Optional accessories .............................. E83

P Panorama Maker................................................ 75 Paper size .................................... E26, E28 Party/indoor f ......................................... 30, 31 Pet portrait auto release ............................... 34 Pet portrait O ........................................... 30, 34 Photo info ..................................................... E65 PictBridge............................................. 72, E24 Playback ......................................................... 26, 67 Playback button........................................... 2, 26 Playback menu ................................. 61, E46 Playback mode ................................................... 26 Playback zoom.................................................... 59 Portrait b .............................................................. 30 Power........................................................................ 18 Power switch/power-on lamp............. 1, 18 Preset manual ............................................ E36 Pressing halfway................................................ 25 Print ............ 61, 72, E26, E28, E46 Print date..................................... 17, 69, E67 Print order............................................ 61, E46 Print order option ......... 17, E47, E49 Printer ..................................................... 72, E24 Protect..................................................... 61, E51

Q Quick retouch..................................... 61, E15

R Rechargeable battery ............................ E83 Rechargeable nickel-metal hydride

batteries ............................................................... 10 Recording movies............................................. 63 Recording slow motion movies

............................................... 66, E59, E60 Red-eye correction.......................... 61, E16 Red-eye reduction.................................. 42, 43 Remove from favorites ................... 62, E8 Reset all ................................................. 70, E76 Rotate image....................................... 61, E53 RSCN................................................................. E82

S Scene mode ......................................................... 30 Selective color I ............................................. 35 Self-timer ............................................................... 44 Self-timer lamp............................................. 1, 45 Sepia................................................................. E41 Sequence display options

................................................ 62, E12, E57 Setup menu........................................ 69, E62 Shooting ............................................... 18, 22, 24 Shooting menu ................................ 50, E33 Shooting mode button.................................... 2 Shutter sound.............................................. E71 Shutter speed...................................................... 25 Shutter-release button ............................ 1, 24 Single AF............................................... 66, E61 Single-frame shooting .................. 51, E38

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Skin softening........... 51, 61, E17, E43 Slide show ............................................ 61, E50 Slow sync ............................................................... 42 Small picture ...................................... 61, E20 Smart portrait menu...................... 50, E43 Smart portrait mode ....................................... 37 Smile timer .......................................... 51, E44 Snow z.................................................................. 30 Soft D ..................................................................... 35 Sound settings................................... 70, E71 Speaker....................................................................... 2 Special effects mode....................................... 35 Sports d........................................................ 30, 31 SSCN................................................................. E82 Standard color............................................. E41 Strap ........................................................... 3, E84 Sunset h ............................................................... 30 T Thumbnail playback........................................ 60 Time difference ......................................... E63 Time zone ............................................. 15, E63 Time zone and date.............. 14, 69, E63 Tripod socket .......................................... 2, F18 TV .............................................................. 72, E22 TV settings ........................................... 70, E73

U USB cable .................................... 72, 76, E25 USB/audio/video output connector

................................. 1, 71, 76, E22, E24

V Vibration reduction........................ 69, E68 Video mode ................................................. E73 ViewNX 2 ...................................................... 73, 74 Vivid color ..................................................... E41 Voice memo....................................... 61, E54 Volume .................................................. 67, E54

W WAV .................................................................. E82 Welcome screen.............................. 69, E62 White balance .................................... 51, E35 Wind noise reduction................... 66, E61

Z Zoom ........................................................................ 23 Zoom control.................................................. 1, 23 Zoom in................................................................... 23 Zoom out ............................................................... 23

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