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Introduction First Steps Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) Mode More on Shooting More on Playback Editing Pictures Movie Recording and Playback Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers Basic Camera Setup Caring for the Camera Technical Notes and Index i
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Table of Contents For Your Safety ........................................................................................................................................ ii WARNINGS .................................................................................................................................................................. ii Notices .......................................................................................................................................................
Table of Contents More on Shooting ............................................................................................................................. 40 Selecting a Shooting Mode (Mode Dial)......................................................................................40 Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode)............................................................................41 Shooting in the Scene Selected by the Camera (Scene Auto Selector)............................
Table of Contents Editing Pictures ................................................................................................................................108 Picture Editing Functions ............................................................................................................... 108 Editing Pictures.................................................................................................................................. 110 k Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and Saturation .
Table of Contents Basic Camera Setup ........................................................................................................................141 Setup Menu......................................................................................................................................... 141 Welcome Screen ............................................................................................................................................... 143 Time Zone and Date..................
Introduction About This Manual Introduction Thank you for your purchase of Nikon COOLPIX P300 digital camera. This manual is written to help you enjoy taking pictures with your Nikon digital camera. Read this manual thoroughly before use, and keep it where all those who use the product will read it.
Information and Precautions Life-Long Learning Introduction As part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product support and education, continually updated information is available online at the following sites: • For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/ • For users in Europe and Africa: http://www.europe-nikon.com/support/ • For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http://www.nikon-asia.
Information and Precautions Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction Note that simply being in possession of material that was digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera or other device may be punishable by law. Introduction • Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, securities, government bonds or local government bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are stamped “Sample”.
Parts of the Camera Camera Body 1 2 3 4 5 6 Introduction Flash raised 7 8 Lens cover closed 9 10 11 Zoom control.................................................. 27 f : Wide ...................................................27 g : Tele......................................................27 h: Thumbnail playback................. 94 i : Playback zoom.............................96 j : Help ....................................................41 6 Microphone (stereo).........................
Parts of the Camera 1 2 34 5 6 7 Introduction 8 9 10 11 12 13 16 17 14 15 18 19 20 1 Monitor..........................................................6, 25 11 Cover latch................................................14, 22 2 k (apply selection) button ...................10 12 3 Rotary multi selector ..................................10 4 c (playback) button.................................30 5 b (e movie-record) button............ 118 6 Charge lamp.................................
Parts of the Camera Monitor Introduction The indicators that appear on the monitor during shooting and playback disappear after a few seconds (A147). The displayed information varies according to the camera settings and condition. Shooting 39 5 4 38 37 6 36 1 2 3 8 7 9 10 11 35 34 33 12 13 32 14 15 30 31 29 1/250 F5.
Parts of the Camera 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Shooting mode* ..........................................................24, 40, 41, 62 Macro mode ....................................................38 Zoom indicator ..............................................27 Focus indicator...............................................28 AE/AF-L indicator..........................................61 Flash mode .......................................................
Parts of the Camera Introduction Playback 1 17 16 15 19 18 2 3 4 5 15/05/2011 12:00 9999.JPG 14 13 12 6 7 999/999 11 10 999/999 9999/9999 a 1m00s 1m00s 9 b 1 Date of recording......................................... 20 2 Time of recording ........................................ 20 Easy panorama playback guide .......... 59 11 Movie playback guide............................ 126 3 Protect icon....................................................102 12 Filter effects icon...........
Basic Operations Command Dial Introduction You can rotate the command dial to operate any of the following functions.
Basic Operations Rotary Multi Selector Introduction Operate by rotating the rotary multi selector, pressing up (H), down (I), left (J) or right (K) on the rotary multi selector, or pressing the k button.
Basic Operations d (Menu) Button Introduction Press the d button to display the menu for the selected mode and to select options for the menu items. • Use the rotary multi selector to navigate the menus (A10).
Basic Operations Using Camera Menus Introduction 1 Press the d button. Shooting menu Image mode White balance Metering Continuous ISO sensitivity Exposure bracketing AF area mode 2 Press the rotary multi selector H or I to choose an item, and then press K or the k button. • Items can also be chosen by rotating the rotary multi selector (A10). • To change tabs, press J (A11). 3 Shooting menu Autofocus mode Flash exp. comp. Rotary multi selector Press H or I to choose an item and press the k button.
Basic Operations Pressing the Shutter-Release Button Halfway/All the Way Press halfway to lock the focus and exposure. Introduction • The camera features a two-stage shutter-release button. To set focus and exposure, press the shutter-release button halfway, stopping when you feel resistance. When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, focus and exposure (shutter speed and aperture value) are set. Focus and exposure remain locked while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.
First Steps Inserting the Battery Insert a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 (supplied) into the camera. • Charge the battery before first use or when the battery is running low (A16). Slide the cover latch to the Y side (1), and open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover (2). 2 Insert the battery. First Steps 1 Battery chamber • Use the edge of the battery to push the orange battery latch in the direction shown (1), and fully insert the battery (2).
Inserting the Battery Removing the Battery B First Steps Before opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover, turn the camera off (A19) and confirm that the power-on lamp and the monitor are off. To eject the battery, open the battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover and slide the orange battery latch in the direction indicated by the arrow (1), then remove the battery while being careful not to remove the battery at an angle (2).
Charging the Battery Charge the supplied Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 inserted into the camera, by connecting the supplied Charging AC Adapter EH-69P to the camera via the supplied USB Cable UC-E6, and then plugging the Charging AC Adapter into an electrical outlet. 1 Prepare the Charging AC Adapter EH-69P. First Steps If a plug adapter* is included, attach the plug adapter to the plug on the Charging AC Adapter. Push the plug adapter firmly until it is securely held in place.
Charging the Battery 4 Plug the Charging AC Adapter into an electrical outlet. The charge lamp slowly blinks green to indicate that the battery is charging. First Steps About four hours are required to charge a fully exhausted battery. The following chart explains charge lamp status when the camera is plugged into the electrical outlet. Charge lamp Description Blinks slowly (green) Battery charging. 5 Off Battery not charging.
Charging the Battery B Notes on Charging AC Adapter First Steps • The Charging AC Adapter EH-69P is for use only with compatible devices. Do not use with another make or model of device. • Be sure to read and follow the warnings for the Charging AC Adapter on page iii and the section, “The Battery” (A 163), before use. • The EH-69P is compatible with AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz electrical outlets. When using in other countries, use a plug adapter (commercially available) as necessary.
Charging the Battery Turning On and Off the Camera C First Steps Press the power switch to turn on the camera. The power-on lamp (green) lights, and then the monitor is turned on (the power-on lamp turns off when the monitor is turned on). Press the power switch again to turn off the camera. When the power is turned off, the power-on lamp and monitor are also turned off. • When the camera is off, holding down the c button turns on the camera in playback mode (A30).
Setting the Display Language, Date and Time Dialogs for language selection and camera clock setting are displayed the first time the camera is turned on. 1 Press the power switch to turn on the camera. First Steps • The power-on lamp lights, and then the monitor is turned on (the power-on lamp turns off when the monitor is turned on). 2 Press the rotary multi selector H or I to choose the desired language and press the k button.
Setting the Display Language, Date and Time 5 Date format Press H, J, I or K to set date and time, and press the k button. Date and time Year/Month/Day Month/Day/Year Day/Month/Year D First Steps 6 Press H or I to choose the date display order and press the k button or K. M Y 05 2011 15 • To choose an item: Rotate the rotary multi selector, or press K or J (selected in the following order: D (day) ➝ 15 10 M (month) ➝ Y (year) ➝ hour ➝ minute). • To set the contents: Press H or I.
Inserting the Memory Card The recorded data is stored in the camera’s internal memory (approx. 90 MB) or on commercially available Secure Digital (SD) memory cards (A167). If a memory card is inserted in the camera, data is automatically stored on the memory card, and data recorded to the memory card can be played back, deleted, or transferred. To use the internal memory, remove the memory card.
Inserting the Memory Card B Formatting a Memory Card B The Write Protect Switch When the memory card switch is in the “Lock” position, data cannot be written to, or deleted from, the memory card. If you want to record data, delete data or format the memory card, and the switch is in the “Lock” position, slide the switch to its original position to unlock it. B First Steps Card is not formatted.
Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) Mode Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select A (Auto) Mode This section describes how to take pictures in A (auto) mode, an automatic, “pointand-shoot” mode recommended for first-time users of digital cameras. 1 Press the power switch to turn on the camera. • The lens extends, and the monitor is turned on. Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) Mode 2 Rotate the mode dial to A. Auto mode 3 Check the battery level and number of exposures remaining.
Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select A (Auto) Mode Indicators Displayed in A (Auto) Mode Motion detection icon The effects of the subject movement and camera shake are reduced. Shooting mode A is displayed in A (auto) mode. Shutter speed (A63) 1/250 F5.6 26 Aperture value (A63) Internal memory indicator Pictures are recorded to internal memory (approx. 90 MB). When a memory card is inserted, C is not displayed and pictures are recorded to the memory card.
Step 2 Frame a Picture 1 Ready the camera. • Hold the camera steadily in both hands. • Keep your fingers, hair, strap and other objects away from the lens, flash, AF-assist illuminator and microphone. • When using the flash (A32) to shoot in the “tall” orientation, hold the camera so that the flash is above the lens. Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) Mode 26 2 Frame a picture. • Position the main subject near the center of the monitor. 1/250 F5.
Step 2 Frame a Picture Using the Zoom Zoom out Zoom in Optical zoom Digital zoom Digital Zoom When the camera is zoomed in to the maximum optical zoom position, rotating and holding the zoom control at g triggers digital zoom. Digital zoom can magnify the subject up to about 2× beyond the maximum magnification of the optical zoom. Maximum optical zoom Digital zoom enabled • The camera focuses at the center of the frame and the focus area is not displayed when digital zoom is in effect.
Step 3 Focus and Shoot 1 Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) Mode • When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway (A13), the camera sets focus and exposure (shutter speed and aperture value). The focus and exposure remain locked while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. • The camera automatically focuses on the subject in the center focus area. When the subject is in focus, the focus area lights in green. 1/250 F5.
Step 3 Focus and Shoot B During Recording While the indicator showing the number of exposures remaining is blinking, images are being recorded. Do not open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. Cutting the power or removing the memory card in these circumstances could result in loss of data or in damage to the camera or card. B Autofocus D Focus Lock Use focus lock to focus on off-center subjects when Center is selected for AF area mode.
Step 4 Viewing and Deleting Pictures Viewing Pictures (Playback Mode) Press the c (Playback) button. Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) Mode c (Playback) button • The last picture shot is displayed in fullframe playback mode. • Rotate the rotary multi selector, or press H, I, J or K to view previous or subsequent pictures. Continue holding down H, I, J or K to scroll quickly through pictures.
Step 4 Viewing and Deleting Pictures Deleting Unnecessary Images 1 Press the l button to delete the image currently displayed on the monitor. • To exit without deleting, press the d button. 2 Use the rotary multi selector to choose the desired deletion method and press the k button. 3 Current image Erase selected images All images Choose Yes and press the k button. • Deleted images cannot be recovered. • To cancel, choose No and press the k button.
Using the Flash In dark locations or when the subject is backlit, you can shoot pictures with a flash by raising the flash. You can set a flash mode that suits the shooting conditions. • The flash has a range of about 0.5 to 6.5 m (1 ft. 8 in. to 21 ft.) at the wide-angle zoom position, and about 0.5 to 2.5 m (1 ft. 8 in. to 8 ft. 2 in.) at the telephoto zoom position (when ISO sensitivity is set to Auto). U Auto Flash fires automatically when lighting is dim.
Using the Flash Setting the Flash Mode 1 Slide the K (flash pop-up) control. • Flash is raised. • When the flash is lowered, the flash mode is fixed at W (Off ). Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) Mode 2 Press the rotary multi selector m (flash mode). • The flash mode menu is displayed. 3 Use the rotary multi selector to choose the desired mode and press the k button. Flash mode • The mode selected for the flash is displayed.
Using the Flash B Shooting When Lighting is Dim or When the Flash is Set to W (Off) • Use of a tripod is recommended to stabilize the camera during shooting and avoid the effects of camera shake. When the camera is stabilized with a tripod, set Vibration reduction (A150) to Off in the setup menu (A141). • E may be displayed in the shooting screen. When E is displayed, the ISO sensitivity has increased automatically.
Taking Pictures with the Self-Timer The self-timer is suitable for taking group pictures and reducing the vibration when the shutter-release button is pressed. Timer durations of two or ten seconds can be selected. When using the self-timer, use of a tripod is recommended. Set Vibration reduction (A150) in the setup menu (A141) to Off when using a tripod to stabilize the camera. 1 Press the rotary multi selector n (self-timer). • The self-timer menu is displayed.
Taking Pictures of Smiling Faces (Smile Timer) The camera detects smiling faces using face detection and releases the shutter automatically. This can be used when the shooting mode (A40) is set to A (auto) mode, the Portrait or Night portrait scene mode, or A, B, C or D mode. 1 Press the rotary multi selector n (self-timer). Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) Mode • The self-timer menu is displayed.
Taking Pictures of Smiling Faces (Smile Timer) B • • • • Notes on Smile Timer The digital zoom is not available. Under some shooting conditions, faces and smiling faces may not be detected properly. See “Notes on Face Priority” (A86) for more information. This feature cannot be used simultaneously with certain features. See “Functions that Cannot be Applied Simultaneously” (A90) for more information.
Macro Mode Macro mode is used for taking pictures of objects as close as 3 cm (1.2 in.). Note that the flash may be unable to light the entire subject at distances of less than 50 cm (1 ft. 8 in.). 1 Press the rotary multi selector p (macro mode). • The macro mode menu is displayed. Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) Mode 2 Use the rotary multi selector to choose ON and press the k button. • The macro mode icon (F) is displayed.
Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation) By adjusting exposure compensation when taking pictures, overall image brightness can be adjusted to make images brighter or darker. It can be used in A (Auto) mode or in scene modes. • To adjust exposure compensation in A, B and C modes, use the creative slider (A69). 1 Press the rotary multi selector o (exposure compensation). 2 Use the rotary multi selector to select a compensation value.
More on Shooting Selecting a Shooting Mode (Mode Dial) Rotate the mode dial and align an icon to the mark to select one of the following shooting modes. Auto mode More on Shooting A Auto mode (A24) A, B, C, D mode (A62) An automatic, “point-andshoot” mode recommended for firsttime users of digital cameras. Choose these modes for greater control over shutter speed and aperture value. Brightness, vividness, and hue can be adjusted with the creative slider.
Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode) When one of the following scenes is selected using the mode dial or the scene menu, images are captured using settings that are optimized for the selected scene. j Night landscape (A44) o Backlighting (A45) Rotate the mode dial to j or o and take pictures.
Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode) Shooting in the Scene Selected by the Camera (Scene Auto Selector) By simply framing a picture, the camera automatically selects the optimum scene mode from the following for simpler shooting. • d: Auto mode (general shooting) • g: Night landscape • e: Portrait • i: Close-up • f: Landscape • j: Backlighting • h: Night portrait More on Shooting 1 Rotate the mode dial to y.
Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode) B Notes on Scene Auto Selector • The digital zoom is not available. • Depending upon shooting conditions, the camera may not select the desired scene mode. Should this occur, switch to A (Auto) mode (A24) or choose the desired scene manually (A44). C Focusing in Scene Auto Selector • In Scene auto selector, the camera detects and focuses on a face (see “Shooting with Face Priority” (A85) for more information).
Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode) Selecting a Scene Mode to Take Pictures (Features) • The mode dial can be used to select scenes when shooting (A41). • See “Shooting in the Scene Selected by the Camera (Scene Auto Selector)” (A42) for more information on Scene auto selector scene mode. • The X shown for each scene is the setting for the flash mode when the flash is raised (A32).
Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode) o Backlighting Use when light is coming from behind the subject, throwing features or details into shadow. Press the d button to adjust HDR (high dynamic range) composite settings in HDR for the shooting scene. • When HDR is set to Off (default setting): The flash fires to prevent the subject from being hidden in shadow. - Shoot pictures with the flash raised. - Press the shutter-release button all the way to shoot a single picture.
Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode) y M b Portrait Use this mode for portraits. • The camera automatically detects and focuses on a face (see “Shooting with Face Priority” (A85) for more information). • If the camera detects multiple faces, the camera focuses on the face closest to the camera. • After the Skin softening feature makes the subject’s skin appear smoother (up to three people), the camera records the image (A46).
Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode) y M c Landscape Use this mode for vivid landscapes and cityscapes. Select Noise reduction burst or Single shot on the screen that is displayed when c Landscape scene mode is selected. • Single shot (default setting): Records pictures with emphasized outlines and contrast. - When the shutter-release button is pressed all the way, one frame is taken. More on Shooting • Noise reduction burst: This enables you to shoot a sharp landscape with a minimum of noise.
Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode) y M d Sports Use this mode for dynamic action shots that freeze the action in a single shot and record motion in a series of pictures. With continuous shooting, instantaneous movements of moving subjects can be captured clearly. • The camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame. The camera continuously adjust the focus until the shutterrelease button is pressed halfway to lock the focus.
Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode) y M e Night portrait Use this mode for portraits taken at sunset or at night. Flash is used to illuminate the subject while maintaining the mood of the background. Select Hand-held or Tripod on the screen that is displayed when e Night portrait scene mode is selected. • Tripod (default setting): Select this mode when the camera is stabilized, such as with a tripod. - The Z icon is displayed on the shooting screen.
Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode) y M f Party/indoor Suitable for taking pictures in parties. Captures the effects of candlelight and other indoor background lighting. • The camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame. • Hold the camera steadily as pictures are easily affected by camera shake. When shooting under low lighting, use of a tripod is recommended. Set Vibration reduction (A150) to Off when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting.
Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode) O y M h Sunset Preserves the deep hues seen in sunsets and sunrises. • The camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame. • When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the focus area or focus indicator (A6) always lights in green. • AF-assist illuminator (A152) does not light. X 1 2 W n Off1 p Off o 0.02 o 0.02 The self-timer is available. Other settings can be selected.
Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode) y M k Close-up Photograph flowers, insects and other small objects at close range. • The macro mode (A38) is enabled and the camera automatically zooms to the closest position to the subject where the camera can shoot. More on Shooting • The closest distance at which the camera can focus varies depending on the zoom position.
Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode) y M u Food Use this mode when taking pictures of food. • The macro mode (A38) is enabled and the camera automatically zooms to the closest position to the subject where the camera can shoot. • The closest distance at which the camera can focus varies depending on the zoom position. When the zoom is at a position where F and the zoom indicator light in green (to the left of G), the camera can focus on subjects as close as 4 cm (1.6 in.) from the lens.
Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode) y M l Museum Use indoors where flash photography is prohibited (for example, in museums and art galleries) or in other situations in which you do not want to use the flash. • The camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame. • BSS (Best Shot Selector) (A79) can be used for shooting. • As pictures are easily affected by camera shake, be sure that Vibration reduction (A150) is enabled and hold the camera steadily.
Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode) y M p Panorama Use this mode for shooting panorama pictures. Select Easy panorama or Panorama assist on the screen that is displayed when p Panorama scene mode is selected. • Easy panorama (default setting): Shoots panorama pictures that can be played back on the camera by moving the camera in the direction you want to create a panorama picture. • Panorama assist: Shoots multiple pictures while confirming the seams.
Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode) y M O Pet portrait Use this mode for shooting pictures of dogs or cats. The camera detects and focuses on the face of a dog or cat. More on Shooting • Detected faces are displayed in a double frame indicating the focus area, and when a face is in focus, this double frame lights in green. Up to five pet faces can be detected simultaneously.
Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode) Taking Pictures with Easy Panorama Rotate the mode dial to y. 2 Press the d button to display the scene menu screen, choose p Panorama with the rotary multi selector and press the k button. 3 Choose V Easy panorama and press the k button. 4 Select the shooting range from W Normal (180°) or X Wide (360°), and press the k button.
Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode) 5 Frame the first portion of the panorama scene, and press the shutter-release button halfway to adjust the focus. • The zoom is fixed at the wide-angle position. • The framing guide is displayed on the screen. 1342 1/250 F5.6 • The camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame. • Exposure compensation (A39) can be adjusted. • If the focus or exposure cannot be set for the main subject, try the focus lock (A29).
Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode) B Notes on Easy Panorama Shooting • The image area seen in the saved image will be narrower than that seen on the monitor at the time of shooting. • When the camera movement speed is too fast or there is a large amount of camera shake, the shooting ends in an error. • Panorama pictures are not saved when the shooting stops before reaching half of the panorama range.
Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode) Taking Pictures with Panorama Assist The camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame. Using a tripod makes the composition easier. When the camera is stabilized with a tripod, set Vibration reduction (A150) to Off in the setup menu (A141). More on Shooting 1 Rotate the mode dial to y. 2 Press the d button to display the scene menu screen, choose p Panorama with the rotary multi selector and press the k button.
Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode) 5 Frame the first portion of the panorama scene and take the first picture. • 1/3 of the image will be displayed as translucent. 1/250 6 1342 Shoot the next picture. End 1341 Press the k button when shooting is completed. • The camera returns to step 4. B More on Shooting • Match the outline of the next picture so that 1/3 of the frame overlaps the previous picture, and press the shutter-release button.
Setting the Exposure for Shooting (A, B, C, D Modes) A, B, C, D Modes By rotating the mode dial, you can shoot pictures in the following four exposure modes: A (Programmed auto), B (Shutter-priority auto), C (Aperture-priority auto), and D (Manual).
Setting the Exposure for Shooting (A, B, C, D Modes) D Shutter Speed and Aperture Value The same exposure can be achieved with different combinations of shutter speed and aperture value, allowing you to freeze or blur motion and control depth of field. The following figures show how shutter speed and aperture value affect exposure. When the ISO sensitivity setting (A81) is changed, the range of shutter speeds and aperture values at which the correct exposure can be obtained also changes. 1/250 F5.
Setting the Exposure for Shooting (A, B, C, D Modes) A (Programmed Auto) Mode The camera sets the shutter speed and aperture value automatically for optimal exposure. 1 More on Shooting 2 Rotate the mode dial to A. 1/250 F5.6 1342 1/500 F4.0 1342 Frame the subject and shoot. • In the default setting, the camera automatically selects one or more of the nine focus areas containing the subject closest to the camera.
Setting the Exposure for Shooting (A, B, C, D Modes) B (Shutter-Priority Auto) Mode The user chooses the shutter speed; the camera selects the aperture value automatically. Rotate the mode dial to B. 2 Rotate the command dial to choose a shutter speed value. 1/250 3 F5.6 1342 More on Shooting 1 Focus and shoot. • In the default setting, the camera automatically selects one or more of the nine focus areas containing the subject closest to the camera.
Setting the Exposure for Shooting (A, B, C, D Modes) C (Aperture-Priority Auto) Mode The user chooses the aperture value; the camera selects the shutter speed automatically. Rotate the mode dial to C. 2 Rotate the rotary multi selector to choose the aperture value (f/-number). More on Shooting 1 • The aperture value can be set in a range of f/1.8 to 8 (wide-angle position) and f/4.9 to 7.8 (telephoto position). 3 1/250 F5.6 1342 Focus and shoot.
Setting the Exposure for Shooting (A, B, C, D Modes) D (Manual) Mode The user controls both the shutter speed and aperture value. • The shutter speed can be set in a range from a maximum speed of 1/2000 to eight seconds. Rotate the mode dial to D. 2 Rotate the command dial to choose a shutter speed value. • When adjusting the aperture value or shutter speed, the degree of deviation from the exposure value measured by the camera is displayed in the exposure indicator.
Setting the Exposure for Shooting (A, B, C, D Modes) 4 Focus and shoot. • In the default setting, the camera automatically selects one or more of the nine focus areas containing the subject closest to the camera. When the subject is in focus, the focus area (active focus area) lights in green (maximum of nine areas) (A83). More on Shooting B Note on ISO Sensitivity When ISO sensitivity (A81) is set to Auto (default setting) or Fixed range auto, ISO sensitivity is fixed at ISO 160.
Adjusting Brightness, Vividness and Hue (A, B, C, D Modes) When the rotary multi selector K (o) is pressed in the shooting mode A, B, C or D, brightness (exposure compensation), vividness and hue can be adjusted with the creative slider. o Brightness (Exp. +/–) Use to brighten or darken the overall image. • When the shooting mode is D (manual) mode, o brightness (exposure compensation) cannot be used. G Vividness Use to adjust the vividness of the overall image.
Adjusting Brightness, Vividness and Hue (A, B, C, D Modes) More on Shooting 2 Adjust o brightness, G vividness, or F hue. 3 When adjustment is complete, press J or K to choose y and press the k button. Slider • The rotary multi selector is used as follows. – HI: The slider moves. The effect can be adjusted while confirming the results on the monitor. The +0.3 effect can also be adjusted by rotating the command dial. 0.0 – J K: Switches among brightness (exposure Brightness (Exp.
Adjusting Brightness, Vividness and Hue (A, B, C, D Modes) Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation) Adjust the overall brightness of the image. • To make the subject brighter, move the slider toward “+”. • To make the subject darker, move the slider toward “–”. Slider +0.3 0.0 Brightness (Exp. +/-) More on Shooting D Exposure Histogram compensation value Using the Histogram • See “Using the Histogram” (A39) for more information.
Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes) While shooting in A, B, C and D, the shooting menu contains the following options. Image mode A74 Choose the image mode (combination of image size and compression rate) at which images are saved. This setting can be changed when using any shooting mode. White balance A76 Match white balance to the light source to produce images with natural-looking colors. Metering A78 Choose how the camera meters the brightness of the subject.
Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes) Displaying the Shooting Menu Choose A (Programmed auto), B (Shutter-priority auto), C (Aperture-priority auto) or D (Manual) by rotating the mode dial. Press the d button to display the shooting menu. Shooting menu Image mode White balance Metering Continuous ISO sensitivity Exposure bracketing AF area mode B More on Shooting • Use the rotary multi selector to select items and set functions on menus (A10). • Press the d button to exit the shooting menu.
Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes) Image Mode (Image Quality/Image Size) Set to A, B, C or D M d (Shooting menu) M Image mode Image mode refers to the combination of image size and image quality (compression ratio) at which images are saved. Choose the image mode best suited to the manner in which images will be used and the capacity of the internal memory or memory card.
Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes) C Number of Exposures Remaining The following table lists the approximate number of images that can be saved in the internal memory and on a 4 GB memory card. Note that due to JPEG compression, the number of images that can be saved differs depending on the composition of the image. In addition, this number may vary depending on the make of memory card, even when the memory cards have the same specified capacity. Image mode Print size2 (cm/in.
Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes) White Balance Set to A, B, C or D M d (Shooting menu) M White balance More on Shooting The color of light reflected from an object varies with the color of the light source. The human brain is able to adapt to changes in the color of the light source, with the result that white objects appear white whether seen in the shade, direct sunlight, or under incandescent lighting.
Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes) Preset Manual Use when you want to make pictures shot under unusual lighting conditions (such as lamps with reddish light) look as though they were shot in normal light. Use the procedure below to shoot after measuring the white balance value under the shooting light. 1 Place a white or gray reference object under the lighting that will be used during shooting.
Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes) Metering Set to A, B, C or D M d (Shooting menu) M Metering The process of measuring the brightness of the subject to determine the exposure is known as “metering.” Use this option to choose how the camera meters exposure. G Matrix (default setting) Uses a wide area of the screen for metering. This metering mode provides the appropriate exposure for a variety of shooting conditions. Recommended for typical shooting.
Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes) Continuous Set to A, B, C or D M d (Shooting menu) M Continuous Change the settings for continuous shooting and BSS (Best Shot Selector). U Single (default setting) One picture is shot each time the shutter-release button is pressed. V Continuous While the shutter-release button is pressed all the way, pictures are taken at a rate of about eight frames per second (fps) (when Image mode is set to I 4000 × 3000).
Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes) B Notes on Continuous Shooting • During continuous shooting, the flash is not available. Focus, exposure and white balance are fixed at the values for the first picture in each series. • The frame rate may become slower depending on the image mode, memory card type or shooting conditions. • This feature cannot be used simultaneously with certain features. See “Functions that Cannot be Applied Simultaneously” (A90) for more information.
Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes) ISO Sensitivity Set to A, B, C or D M d (Shooting menu) M ISO sensitivity When ISO sensitivity is increased, less light is needed when taking pictures. Higher ISO sensitivity allows darker subjects to be captured. Additionally, even with subjects of similar brightness, pictures can be taken at faster shutter speeds, and blurring caused by camera shake and subject movement can be reduced.
Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes) Exposure Bracketing Set to A, B or C M d (Shooting menu) M Exposure bracketing The exposure (brightness) can be changed automatically during continuous shooting. This is effective for shooting when it is difficult to adjust the picture brightness. ±0.3 Camera varies exposure by 0, –0.3, and +0.3 over next three shots. The three shots are taken in sequence when the shutter-release button is pressed all the way. ±0.
Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes) AF Area Mode Set to A, B, C or D M d (Shooting menu) M AF area mode You can set how the camera selects the focus area for autofocus. a a Auto (default setting) The camera automatically selects one or more of the nine focus areas containing the subject closest to the camera. Press the shutter-release button halfway to activate the focus area.
Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes) y Center The camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame. The focus area is always displayed at the center of the frame. 1/250 F5.6 1342 Focus area s Subject tracking More on Shooting Subject tracking begins once you select a subject to be focused on, and the focus area will move and follow the subject. See “Focusing on Moving Subjects for Shooting (Subject Tracking/Face Priority Tracking)” (A87).
Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes) Shooting with Face Priority The camera automatically detects and focuses on a human face. The face detection function operates in the following situations.
Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes) 2 Press the shutter-release button halfway. • The camera focuses on the face framed by the double border. The double border lights in green and the focus is locked. • When the camera is unable to focus on a face, the double border blinks. Press the shutter-release button 1/250 F5.6 halfway again and focus. • Press the shutter-release button all the way to shoot.
Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes) Focusing on Moving Subjects for Shooting (Subject Tracking/ Face Priority Tracking) Choose this mode to shoot moving subjects. • When Subject tracking is selected, it begins once you select a subject to be focused on, and the focus area will move and follow the subject. • When Face priority tracking is selected, once the camera detects a person’s face, it automatically registers that face as the subject, and the focus area moves to track the face.
Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes) 4 Press the shutter-release button to take the picture. • If the camera focuses on the focus area when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the focus area display lights in green and the focus is locked. 1/250 F5.6 • If the camera is unable to focus, the focus area display will blink. Press the shutter-release button halfway again to focus.
Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes) Autofocus Mode Set to A, B, C or D M d (Shooting menu) M Autofocus mode Choose how the camera focuses. A Single AF (default setting) The camera focuses only when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. B Full-time AF C Note on Autofocus Mode This feature cannot be used simultaneously with certain features. See “Functions that Cannot be Applied Simultaneously” (A90) for more information.
Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes) Functions that Cannot be Applied Simultaneously Some settings in the flash mode, the macro mode, the self-timer/smile timer, the creative slider and the shooting menu cannot be used with other functions. Restricted function Flash mode Setting Description More on Shooting Continuous (A79) When Continuous, BSS, Multi-shot 16, Continuous H: 120 fps or Continuous H: 60 fps is selected for shooting, the flash is not available.
Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes) Restricted function Setting Description Print date Continuous (A79) Blink warning Blink warning does not take effect when using the Smile timer Smile timer, Continuous is set to a setting other than (A36)/ Single, or exposure bracketing is set. Continuous (A79)/Exposure bracketing (A82) Digital zoom Smile timer (A36) The digital zoom cannot be used when shooting with the Smile timer.
More on Playback Operations in Full-Frame Playback In shooting mode, press the c (playback) button to enter playback mode and play back the images that have been shot (A30). The following operations can be performed in full-frame playback mode. 15/05/2011 15:30 0004.
Operations in Full-Frame Playback Displaying the Histogram and Shooting Information Press the k button in full-frame playback mode to display the histogram and shooting information (except for movies and easy panorama pictures). Press the k button again to return to full-frame playback mode. 15/05/2011 15:30 0004.JPG 100NIKON 0004.JPG P 1/250 F5.6 k ISO 4 132 4 +1.
Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback Rotate the zoom control toward f (h) in full-frame playback mode (A30, 92) to display pictures as thumbnail images in thumbnail playback mode. 1 / 132 The following operations can be performed in thumbnail playback mode. To Use Description A More on Playback Choose pictures Rotate the rotary multi selector, or press H, I, 10 J or K.
Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback C Icons on the Thumbnails Protect icon Print order icon When pictures with Print order (A99) and Protect (A102) settings are selected, the icons shown on the right appear. Movies are displayed as film frames (In the 72picture thumbnail display, D is displayed at the top of the monitor when a movie is selected).
Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom Rotate the zoom control toward g (i) in full-frame playback mode (A30) to zoom in on the current picture, enlarging and displaying the center of the picture. • The guide at lower right shows which portion is enlarged. The following operations can be performed while pictures are zoomed in. To Zoom in More on Playback Zoom out 3.0 Use Description g (i) Rotate the zoom control toward g (i). The zoom increases up to about 10×.
Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom Pictures Taken Using the Face Priority or Pet Detection When the zoom control is rotated toward g (i) during full-frame playback mode for pictures taken in Face Priority (A85) or Pet Detection (A56), the picture is enlarged at the center of the face that was detected 2.0 during shooting (excluding pictures that were shot using Continuous (A79), Exposure bracketing (A82) or Face priority tracking (A87)).
Playback Options: Playback Menu The following options are available in playback menu. k A110 Quick retouch Easily create retouched images in which contrast and saturation have been enhanced. I A111 D-Lighting Enhance brightness and contrast in dark portions of pictures. e A112 Skin softening Make the subject’s skin appear smoother. p A114 Filter effects Apply a variety of effects using digital filter. a A99 Print order Select pictures to print and the number of copies for each.
Playback Options: Playback Menu a Print Order: Setting the Pictures and Number of Copies to Print Press the c button (Playback mode) M d (Playback menu) M a Print order If you choose to use one of the following methods to print pictures that are recorded on a memory card, the pictures to print and the number of copies can be set in advance on the memory card. • Printing with a DPOF-compatible (A184) printer that is equipped with a card slot.
Playback Options: Playback Menu 3 Choose whether or not to also print shooting date and photo information. • Choose Date and press the k button to print the shooting date on all pictures in the print order. • Choose Info and press the k button to print shooting information (shutter speed and aperture value) on all pictures in the print order. • Choose Done and press the k button to complete the print order. Pictures selected for printing are recognized by the w icon displayed in playback mode.
Playback Options: Playback Menu b Slide Show Press the c button (Playback mode) M d (Playback menu) M b Slide show View pictures stored in the internal memory or on a memory card in an automatic slide show. 1 Use the rotary multi selector to choose Start and press the k button. Slide show Pause • To change the interval between pictures, choose Frame intvl, select the desired interval time, and press Start the k button before choosing Start.
Playback Options: Playback Menu d Protect Press the c button (Playback mode) M d (Playback menu) M d Protect Protect selected pictures from accidental deletion. In the picture selection screen, choose a picture and set or cancel protection. See “Selecting Pictures” (A103) for more information. Note, however, that formatting the camera’s internal memory or the memory card permanently erases the protected files (A154). Protected pictures are recognized by the s icon in playback mode (A8, 95).
Playback Options: Playback Menu Selecting Pictures The picture selection screen, as shown on the right, is displayed in the following menus. Only one picture can be selected for some menu items, while for other menu items, multiple pictures can be selected.
Playback Options: Playback Menu f Rotate Image Press the c button (Playback mode) M d (Playback menu) M f Rotate image Change the orientation of pictures played back in the camera’s monitor after shooting. Still pictures can be rotated 90° clockwise or counterclockwise. Pictures that were recorded in the “tall” orientation can be rotated up to 180° in either direction. Select a picture in the picture selection screen (A103) to display the Rotate image screen.
Playback Options: Playback Menu E Voice Memo Press the c button (Playback mode) M d (Playback menu) M E Voice memo Use the camera’s microphone to record voice memos for pictures. Recording Voice Memos 1 Choose the desired picture from full-frame (A30) or thumbnail (A94) playback mode and press the d button. • The playback menu is displayed. 2 Playback menu Rotate image Small picture Voice memo Copy • The screen for recording voice memos is displayed.
Playback Options: Playback Menu Playing Voice Memos Pictures for which voice memos have been recorded are indicated by p in fullframe playback mode. 1 Choose a picture with a voice memo in full-frame playback mode (A30) or thumbnail playback mode (A94) and press the d button. 15/05/2011 15:30 0004.JPG 4 132 • The playback menu is displayed. 2 Use the rotary multi selector to choose E Voice memo and press the k button.
Playback Options: Playback Menu h Copy: Copying Between the Internal Memory and Memory Card Press the c button (Playback mode) M d (Playback menu) M h Copy Copy pictures between the internal memory and a memory card. 1 Use the rotary multi selector to choose a destination option to which images are copied and press the k button. Copy • q: Copy pictures from the internal memory to the memory card. • r: Copy pictures from the memory card to the internal memory.
Editing Pictures Picture Editing Functions Pictures can be easily edited with this camera using the functions below. Edited pictures are stored as separate files (A168). Editing function Application Quick retouch (A110) Easily create a copy with enhanced contrast and richer colors. D-Lighting (A111) Create a copy of the current picture with enhanced brightness and contrast, brightening dark portions of the picture. Skin softening (A112) Make facial skin tones softer.
Picture Editing Functions C Restrictions on Picture Editing The following restrictions apply when editing pictures that were created by editing. Editing function used Editing function to add Quick retouch D-Lighting Skin softening, Filter effects, Small picture or crop can be used. Quick retouch and D-Lighting cannot be used together. Skin softening Filter effects Quick retouch, D-Lighting, Small picture or crop can be used. Small picture Crop No additional editing functions can be used.
Editing Pictures k Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and Saturation Easily create retouched pictures in which contrast and saturation have been enhanced. Retouched copies are stored as separate files. 1 Choose the desired picture from full-frame (A30) or thumbnail (A94) playback mode and press the d button. • The playback menu is displayed. 2 Use the rotary multi selector to choose k Quick retouch and press the k button.
Editing Pictures I D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and Contrast Create copies with enhanced brightness and contrast, brightening dark portions of a picture. Enhanced copies are stored as separate files. 1 Choose the desired picture from full-frame (A30) or thumbnail (A94) playback mode and press the d button. • The playback menu is displayed. 2 Use the rotary multi selector to choose I DLighting and press the k button.
Editing Pictures e Skin Softening: Making Skin Appear Smoother Skin softening can be applied to faces that are detected in pictures already taken, to make skin appear smoother. Pictures edited with this function are stored as separate files. 1 Choose the desired picture from full-frame (A30) or thumbnail (A94) playback mode and press the d button. • The playback menu is displayed. 2 Use the rotary multi selector to choose e Skin softening and press the k button.
Editing Pictures 4 Confirm the results. • Skin tones in up to 12 faces, in the order of that closest to the center of the frame, are softened. • When multiple faces are edited using skin softening, use the rotary multi selector J and K to switch the face that is displayed. Back • To adjust the extent of skin softening, press the d button and return to step 3. • To create a copy edited with skin softening, press the k button. • Copies created by editing with skin softening can be 15/05/2011 0004.
Editing Pictures p Filter Effects: Digital Filter Apply a variety of effects using digital filter. The following effect options are available. The image created with the filter effect is saved separately from the original picture file. Option Description Cross screen Produce star-like rays of light that radiate outward from bright objects such as sunlight reflections and city lights. Suitable for night scenes. Fisheye Creates images that look like they were shot with a fisheye lens.
Editing Pictures 4 Check the effect, choose Save and press the k button. Preview • A new, edited copy is created. • To cancel, select Cancel and press the k button. Save Cancel • Copies created by editing with filter effect can be recognized by the c icon displayed in playback mode. 15/05/2011 15:30 0004.JPG 4 132 Editing Pictures D More Information See “File and Folder Names” (A168) for more information.
Editing Pictures g Small Picture: Decreasing Image Size Create a small copy of the picture taken. Suitable for displaying on web pages or sending as e-mail attachments. The available size is l 640×480, m 320×240 or n 160×120. Small copies are stored as separate files with a compression ratio of 1:16. 1 Choose the desired picture from full-frame (A30) or thumbnail (A94) playback mode and press the d button. • The playback menu is displayed.
Editing Pictures a Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy Create a copy containing only the portion visible on the monitor when u is displayed with playback zoom (A96) enabled. Cropped copies are stored as separate files. 1 Rotate the zoom control toward g (i) in fullframe playback mode (A30) to zoom in on the picture. • To crop a picture displayed in “tall” orientation, zoom in on the picture until the black bars displayed on the both sides of the monitor disappear.
Movie Recording and Playback Recording Movies High-definition movies with sound can be recorded. • The maximum movie length for a single movie is 4 GB or 29 minutes, even when there is sufficient free space on the memory card (A125). 1 Turn on the camera and display the shooting screen. Movie options • Movies can be recorded in any shooting mode (A40). • The movie options show the type of movie that will be recorded. The default setting is d HD 1080pP (1920×1080) (A123). 1/250 2 F5.
Recording Movies B Notes on Movie Recording • When recording a movie onto a memory card, a memory card with an SD speed class of Class 6 or higher is recommended (A167). If the transfer speed of the card is slow, the movie recording may end unexpectedly. • When recording movies, the angle of view (i.e., the area visible in the frame) is narrower than that of still pictures. • Using a digital zoom causes image quality to deteriorate.
Recording Movies Recording Movies in Slow Motion and Fast Motion (HS Movie) HS (high speed) movies can be recorded. Movies recorded using HS movie can be played back in slow motion at 1/4 or 1/2 of normal playback speed, or played back in fast motion at a speed two times faster than normal speed. 1 2 Display the movie menu (A122), use the rotary multi selector to choose Movie options, and then press the k button.
Recording Movies B Notes on HS Movie • The sound is not recorded. • Zoom position, focus, exposure and white balance are locked when the b (e movie-record) button is pressed to start recording. D HS Movie Recorded movies are played back at about 30 frames per second. When Movie options (A123) is set to h HS 120 fps (640×480) or i HS 60 fps (1280×720), movies that can be played back in slow motion can be recorded.
Recording Movies Using the Movie Menu The options below can be set in the movie menu. A123 Movie options Select the desired movie option to record. A125 Autofocus mode Choose how the camera focuses when recording movies. Displaying the Movie Menu Press the d button in the shooting mode to display the menu, use the rotary multi selector to change to the D tab and display the movie menu (A11). Movie Movie options Autofocus mode 1/250 Movie Recording and Playback 122 F5.
Recording Movies Movie Options Display the shooting screen M d M D (Movie menu) (A122) M Movie options You can choose the type of movie to shoot. The camera can record normal speed movies and HS (high speed) movies (A120), which can be played back in slow motion or fast motion. The higher the resolution and bitrate, the higher the picture quality; but the file size also becomes larger.
Recording Movies HS Movies See “Recording Movies in Slow Motion and Fast Motion (HS Movie)” (A120) for more information. Option Movie Recording and Playback 124 Description h HS 120 fps (640×480) 1/4-speed slow motion movies with an aspect ratio of 4:3 are recorded. • Max. movie length: 7 min 15 s (playback time: 29 min) • Image size: 640 × 480 pixels • Movie bitrate: 2.
Recording Movies C Maximum Movie Length Option Internal memory (90 MB) d HD 1080pP (1920×1080) (default setting) e HD 1080p (1920×1080) Memory card (4 GB)3 37 s1 25 min 57 s 40 min 1 min 25 s 1h g VGA (640×480) 4 min 2 s 3h h HS 120 fps (640×480) 1 min 5 s 45 min i HS 60 fps (1280×720) 42 s2 30 min 1 min 17 s 50 min f HD 720p (1280×720) j HS 15 fps (1920×1080) All figures are approximate.
Movie Playback In full-frame playback mode (A30), movies can be recognized by a movie options icon (A123). To play a movie, press the k button. 15/05/2011 15:30 0004.MOV 10m16s Use the zoom control g or f during playback to adjust the volume. Rotate the rotary multi selector to advance or rewind the movie. Playback controls appear at the top of the monitor. Press the rotary multi selector J or K to choose a playback control, then press the k button to perform the selected operation.
Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers Connecting to a TV Connect the camera to a television to play back pictures on the television. If your television is equipped with an HDMI connector, you can connect it to the camera with a commercially available HDMI cable to enjoy recorded movies in the high-definition quality. Turn off the camera. 2 Connect the camera to the TV.
Connecting to a TV 3 Tune the television to the video channel. • See the documentation provided with your television for details. 4 Hold down the c button to turn on the camera. Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers • The camera enters playback mode, and the recorded pictures are displayed on the television. • While the camera is connected to the TV, the camera monitor remains off. B Notes on Connecting an HDMI Cable • An HDMI cable is not supplied.
Connecting to a Computer Use the supplied USB cable to connect the camera to a computer and copy (transfer) images to the computer. Before Connecting the Camera Use the supplied ViewNX 2 CD and install the following software on the computer. For more information on installing the software, refer to the Quick Start Guide. • ViewNX 2: Use the image transfer feature “Nikon Transfer 2” to save images that were captured with the camera on the computer. Saved images can be viewed and printed.
Connecting to a Computer B Notes on Power Source Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers • When connecting the camera to a computer, use a battery with a sufficient amount of charge remaining to prevent the camera from turning off unexpectedly.
Connecting to a Computer 4 Start the ViewNX 2 image transfer feature “Nikon Transfer 2” installed on the computer. • Windows Vista When the AutoPlay dialog is displayed, click Import File using Nikon Transfer 2. • Windows XP When the action selection dialog is displayed, select Nikon Transfer 2 Import File, and click OK. • Mac OS X Nikon Transfer 2 will start automatically when the camera is connected to the computer if Yes was selected in the Auto-Launch setting dialog when ViewNX 2 was first installed.
Connecting to a Computer When transfer is complete, the ViewNX 2 screen is displayed (ViewNX 2 default setting) and transferred images are displayed. Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers For more information on using ViewNX 2, refer to the ViewNX 2 help information (A133). Disconnecting the Camera Do not turn off the camera or disconnect the camera from the computer during transfer. When transfer is complete, turn off the camera and disconnect the USB cable.
Connecting to a Computer C Transferring Images Using a Computer’s Card Slot or a Commerciallyavailable Card Reader D Starting ViewNX 2 Manually Windows Choose Start menu > All Programs > ViewNX 2 > ViewNX 2. Double-clicking the ViewNX 2 shortcut icon on the desktop will also start ViewNX 2. Mac OS X Open the Applications folder, open the Nikon Software > ViewNX 2 folders in that order, and then double-click the ViewNX 2 icon. Clicking the ViewNX 2 icon on the Dock will also start ViewNX 2.
Connecting to a Computer Charging While Connecting to a Computer Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers When the Charge by computer option (A156) in the camera’s setup menu is set to Auto (default setting), if the camera is connected to a computer using the USB cable, the battery inserted into the camera can be automatically charged depending on the ability of the computer to supply power.
Connecting to a Printer Users of PictBridge-compatible (A184) printers can connect the camera directly to the printer and print pictures without using a computer. Follow the procedures below to print pictures.
Connecting to a Printer Connecting the Camera and Printer Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers 1 Turn off the camera. 2 Turn on the printer. • Check the printer settings. 3 Connect the camera to the printer using the supplied USB cable. • Be sure that connectors are properly oriented. Do not attempt to insert connectors at an angle, and do not use force when connecting or disconnecting the USB cable. 4 The camera is automatically turned on.
Connecting to a Printer Printing Pictures One at a Time After connecting the camera to the printer correctly (A136), print pictures by following the procedure below. 1 Print selection 15/05 2011 • Rotate the zoom control to f (h) to display 12 thumbnails, or to g (i) to switch back to full-frame playback. 2 Choose Copies and press the k button. NO. 32 32 PictBridge 001 prints Start print Copies Paper size 3 Choose the number of copies (up to nine) and press the k button.
Connecting to a Printer 6 Choose Start print and press the k button. PictBridge 004 prints Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers Start print Copies Paper size 7 Printing starts. • The monitor display returns to that shown in step 1 when printing is complete. • To cancel before all copies have been printed, press the k button.
Connecting to a Printer 4 Choose Print selection, Print all images or DPOF printing and press the k button. Print menu Print selection Print all images DPOF printing Paper size Choose the pictures (up to a maximum of 99) and 10 Print selection number of copies (up to nine per picture). • Rotate the rotary multi selector, or press J or K 1 1 2 3 to choose the pictures, and press H or I to set the number of copies for each.
Connecting to a Printer DPOF printing Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers Pictures for which a print order was created in the Print order option (A99) can be printed. • When the menu shown on the right is displayed, choose Start print and press the k button to start printing. • Choose Cancel and press the k button to return to the print menu. • To view the current print order, choose View images and press the k button. To print pictures, press the k button again.
Basic Camera Setup Setup Menu The setup menu contains the following options. Basic Camera Setup Welcome screen A143 Choose whether or not to display the Welcome screen on the monitor when the camera is turned on. Time zone and date A144 Set camera clock and choose home and destination time zones. Monitor settings A147 Adjust photo information display and monitor brightness settings. Print date A149 Imprint date and time of recording on pictures.
Setup Menu Displaying the Setup Menu Choose the z (Setup) tab in the menu screen. 1 2 Press the d button to display the menu screen. Press J on the rotary multi selector. • The tabs can now be selected. • See “Rotary Multi Selector” (A10). Basic Camera Setup 3 Press H or I to select the z tab.
Setup Menu Welcome Screen Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A142) M Welcome screen Choose whether or not to display the Welcome screen on the monitor when the camera is turned on. None (default setting) Displays the shooting or playback screen without displaying the Welcome screen. COOLPIX Displays the Welcome screen before displaying the shooting or playback screen. Select an image Basic Camera Setup Select a picture that you have shot to display as the Welcome screen.
Setup Menu Time Zone and Date Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A142) M Time zone and date Set the camera’s internal clock. Date and time Set the camera clock to the current date and time. Use the rotary multi selector to set the date and time in the date screen. • Choose an item: Rotate the rotary multi selector, or Date and time press K or J (selected in the following order: D D M (day) ➝ M (month) ➝ Y (year) ➝ hour ➝ minute). 05 15 • Set the contents: Press H or I.
Setup Menu 3 Press K. • The time zone selection screen is displayed. Time zone 15/05/2011 15:30 London, Casablanca Home time zone Travel destination 4 Press J or K to choose the travel destination (Time zone). B -5:00 EDT: New York Toronto Lima Back Time zone 15/05/2011 10:30 EDT:New York Toronto, Lima Home time zone Travel destination Basic Camera Setup • The time difference between home and the travel destination is displayed.
Setup Menu D Time Zones The camera supports the time zones listed below. For time differences not listed below, set the camera clock using Date and time.
Setup Menu Monitor Settings Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A142) M Monitor settings Change the settings for the options below. Photo info Choose information displayed on the monitor during shooting and playback mode (A148). Brightness Choose from five settings to select the monitor brightness. The default setting is 3.
Setup Menu Photo info Select whether or not the photo information is displayed on the monitor. See “Monitor” (A 6) for information on indicators displayed on the monitor. Shooting mode Playback mode 15/05/2011 15:30 0004.JPG Show info 1/250 Auto info (default setting) F5.6 4 132 1342 The same information as in Show info is displayed. If no operations are performed after a few seconds, the display will be the same as Hide info. The information is displayed again when an operation is performed.
Setup Menu Print Date Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A142) M Print date The shooting date and time can be imprinted on pictures at the time of shooting. This information can be printed even from printers that do not support printing of the date and time (A100). 15/05/2011 f Date The date is imprinted on pictures. S Date and time The date and time are imprinted on pictures. k Off (default setting) When print date is enabled, the current setting is displayed during shooting (A6).
Setup Menu Vibration Reduction Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A142) M Vibration reduction Set the vibration reduction function for taking still pictures and movies. Use to correct blur, which is caused by the slight hand movements known as camera shake that commonly occur when shooting at the telephoto zoom position or at slow shutter speeds. When the camera is stabilized for shooting with a tripod, set vibration reduction to Off. g On (default setting) Compensates for camera shake.
Setup Menu Motion Detection Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A142) M Motion detection Enable motion detection to reduce the effects of subject movement and camera shake when shooting still pictures. U Auto (default setting) When the camera detects the movement of the subject or camera shake, the ISO sensitivity is raised and the shutter speed is increased to reduce their effects. However, motion detection does not function in the following situations.
Setup Menu AF Assist Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A142) M AF assist Enable or disable the AF-assist illuminator that assists the autofocus when the lighting is dim. Auto (default setting) AF-assist illuminator turns on automatically when the subject is dimly lit. The illuminator has a range of about 4.0 m (13 ft.) at the maximum wide-angle position and about 1.5 m (4 ft. 11 in.) at the maximum telephoto position.
Setup Menu Sound Settings Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A142) M Sound settings Adjust the following sound settings. Button sound Turn the beep and start-up sounds On (default setting) or Off. The beep sounds once when the settings are completed successfully, twice when the camera focuses on the subject, and three times when an error is detected. Shutter sound Choose whether to set the shutter sound to On (default setting) or Off.
Setup Menu Format Memory/Format Card Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A142) M Format memory/Format card Format the internal memory or a memory card. Formatting permanently deletes all data in the internal memory or memory card. The deleted data cannot be recovered. Be sure to transfer important pictures to a computer before formatting. Formatting Internal Memory To format the internal memory, remove the memory card from the camera. The Format memory option is displayed in the setup menu.
Setup Menu Language Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A142) M Language Choose one of 26 languages for displaying the camera menus and messages. Czech Danish German (default setting) Hungarian Dutch Norwegian Spanish Portuguese Greek French Indonesian Italian Russian Romanian Finnish Swedish Polish Turkish Ukrainian Arabic Simplified Chinese Traditional Chinese Japanese Korean Thai Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A142) M TV settings Adjust the settings for connecting to a TV.
Setup Menu Charge by Computer Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A142) M Charge by computer Choose whether or not the battery inserted into the camera is charged when the camera is connected to a computer via the USB cable (A134). Auto (default setting) When the camera is connected to a computer that is running, the battery inserted into the camera is automatically charged using power supplied by the computer.
Setup Menu Blink Warning Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A142) M Blink warning Choose whether or not blinking eyes are detected when using face priority (A85) in the following shooting modes. • In the following scene modes: Scene auto selector (A42), Portrait (A46) and Tripod in Night portrait (A49) • Shooting modes A, B, C and D (when Face priority (A83) is selected for AF area mode) On Off (default setting) Blink warning does not take effect.
Setup Menu Operating the Did someone blink? Screen The following operations can be performed when the Did someone blink? screen is displayed. If no operations are performed for a few seconds, the screen automatically returns to the shooting screen. Did someone blink? Exit To g (i) Return to full-frame playback f (h) Basic Camera Setup 158 Rotate the zoom control toward g (i). Rotate the zoom control toward f (h).
Setup Menu Reset All Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A142) M Reset all When Reset is selected, the camera settings are restored to the default values. Pop-up Menu Option Default value Flash mode (A32) Auto Self-timer (A35)/Smile timer (A36) OFF Macro mode (A38) OFF Creative slider adjustment (A69) Off Exposure compensation (A39) 0.
Setup Menu Shooting Menu Option Default value Image mode (A74) I 4000×3000 White balance (A76) Auto Metering (A78) Matrix Continuous (A79) Single ISO sensitivity (A81) Auto Exposure bracketing (A82) Off AF area mode (A83) Auto Autofocus mode (A89) Single AF Flash exp. comp. (A89) 0.
Setup Menu Others Option Default value Paper size (A137, 138) Default Frame intvl for Slide show (A101) 3s • Choosing Reset all also clears the current file number (A168) in the memory. After resetting, numbering continues from the lowest number available in the internal memory or the memory card. To reset file numbering to “0001”, delete all images saved in the internal memory or on the memory card (A31) before selecting Reset all.
Caring for the Camera Caring for the Camera To ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the following precautions when using or storing the device. B Keep dry The device will be damaged if immersed in water or subjected to high humidity. B Do not drop The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shock or vibration. B Handle the lens and all moving parts with care Do not apply force to the lens, lens cover, monitor, memory card slot or battery chamber.
Caring for the Camera C The Battery • Check the battery level when taking the camera out, and charge the battery if necessary. Do not continue charging once the battery is fully charged, as this will result in reduced battery performance. If possible, carry a fully-charged spare battery when taking pictures on important occasions. • Do not use the battery at ambient temperatures below 0 °C (32 °F) or above 40 °C (104 °F).
Caring for the Camera Cleaning Lens Avoid touching glass parts with your fingers. Remove dust or lint with a blower (typically a small device with a rubber bulb attached to one end that is pumped to produce a stream of air out the other end). To remove fingerprints or other stains that cannot be removed with a blower, wipe the lens with a soft cloth, using a spiral motion that starts at the center of the lens and working toward the edges.
Caring for the Camera Storage Turn the camera off when not in use. Check that the power-on lamp is off before putting the camera away. Remove the battery if the camera will not be used for an extended period.
Technical Notes and Index Optional Accessories Rechargeable battery Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL121 Charging AC adapter Charging AC Adapter EH-69P1, 2 Battery charger Battery Charger MH-652 AC Adapter EH-62F (connect as shown) 1 2 3 AC adapter Be sure that the power connector cord has been properly aligned in power connector and battery chamber grooves before closing the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.
Optional Accessories Approved Memory Cards The following Secure Digital (SD) memory cards have been tested and approved for use in this camera. • When recording a movie onto a memory card, a memory card with an SD speed class of Class 6 or higher is recommended. If the transfer speed of the card is slow, the movie recording may end unexpectedly.
File and Folder Names Pictures, movies and voice memos are assigned file names as follows. DSCN0001.
File and Folder Names • When image files or voice files are copied between the internal memory and a memory card (A107), the file naming conventions are as follows: - Files copied using Selected images are copied to the current folder (or to the folder used for subsequent pictures), where they are assigned file numbers in ascending order following the largest file number in memory. - Files copied using All images, along with their folder, are copied together.
Error Messages The following table lists the error messages and other warnings displayed on the monitor, as well as the solutions for dealing with them. Display Description Solution A O (blinks) Clock not set. Set date and time. 144 N Battery exhausted. Battery exhausted. Charge or replace the battery. 14, 16 Turn off camera, and allow battery to cool down before resuming use.
Error Messages Display P Card is not formatted. Format card? Yes No N Out of memory. Description Solution Memory card is full. Error occurred while recording picture. • • • • Change image mode. Delete pictures and movies. Replace memory card. Remove memory card and use internal memory. Format the internal memory or memory card. Camera has run out of Replace the memory card, or format file numbers. the internal memory/memory card. P Image cannot be saved. Picture cannot be used for Welcome screen.
Error Messages Display Solution A P Sound file cannot be saved. • Voice memos cannot be attached – A voice memo cannot to movies. be attached to this file. • Select an image captured with this 105 camera. N Image cannot be modified. Cannot edit selected picture. • Confirm the conditions that are required for editing. • Movies cannot be edited. N Cannot record movie. Time out error while recording movie. Choose memory card with faster write speed. No pictures in the internal memory or memory card.
Error Messages Display Description Solution A N Raise the flash. The flash is lowered when the scene mode Slide the K (flash pop-up) control is o (Backlighting) to raise the flash. and HDR is Off or Night portrait. N The flash is lowered. Slide the K (flash pop-up) control The flash is not raised to raise the flash. The camera can still during the Scene auto 33, 42 shoot normally with the flash lowered selector mode. if you do not wish to use it. Lens error Q Lens is not operating properly.
Error Messages Display Description Solution A PR Printer error: check ink Ink error PR Printer error: out of ink Replace ink cartridge, select Resume Ink cartridge is empty. and press the k button to resume printing.* PR Printer error: file corrupt An error caused by the Select Cancel and press the k image file has button to cancel printing. occurred. Check ink, select Resume and press the k button to resume printing.
Troubleshooting If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. Refer to the page numbers in the right-most column for more information. Display, Settings and Power Supply Problem Cause/Solution A The battery inserted in the camera cannot be charged. • Confirm all connections. • Close the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.
Troubleshooting Problem Cause/Solution • Adjust monitor brightness. • Monitor is dirty. Clean monitor. Date and time of recording are not correct. • If the camera clock has not been set (“Date not set” 20, 144 indicator blinks during shooting), still pictures have a time stamp of “00/00/0000 00:00”; and movies are dated “01/ 01/2011 00:00.” Set the correct date and time using Time zone and date in the setup menu. • The camera clock is not as accurate as a normal clock, such 144 as watches.
Troubleshooting Shooting Problem Cause/Solution A Cannot set to shooting mode Disconnect the HDMI cable or USB cable. 127, 130, 136 • When camera is in playback mode, press the c or shutter-release button. • When menus are displayed, press the d button. • Battery is exhausted. • When the scene mode is o (Backlighting) and HDR is Off or Night portrait, raise the flash. • When flash lamp blinks, flash is charging. 30 No picture taken when shutterrelease button is pressed.
Troubleshooting Problem Cause/Solution • Off is selected for Digital zoom in the setup menu. • The digital zoom cannot be used in the following situations. - When Smile timer is set - When the scene mode is Scene auto selector, Digital zoom is not Portrait, Night portrait, Easy panorama in available. Panorama or Pet portrait - When Multi-shot 16 is set for Continuous in the shooting menu - When Subject tracking or Face priority tracking is selected for AF area mode Image mode not available.
Troubleshooting Problem Cause/Solution A In very rare cases, when V (Auto with red-eye reduction) Unexpected results or the red-eye reduction fill flash or slow-sync fill flash in the occurred when Night portrait scene mode is used for flash photography, flash is set to auto 32, 49 areas other than red eyes may be corrected. Set a flash mode with red-eye other than V (Auto with red-eye reduction), select a scene reduction. mode other than Night portrait, and resume shooting.
Troubleshooting Problem Cannot record or play back voice memo. • Movies cannot be edited. • Editing is not available for pictures shot when the Image mode was set to o 3968×2232. Pictures cannot be • Pictures recorded with easy panorama cannot be edited. edited. • Confirm the conditions that are required for editing. • Pictures taken with cameras other than COOLPIX P300 cannot be edited. Pictures not displayed on television.
Specifications Nikon COOLPIX P300 Digital Camera Type Effective pixels Image sensor Lens Focal length f/-number Construction Digital zoom Vibration reduction Autofocus (AF) Focus range (from lens) Focus-area selection Monitor Media File system File formats Image size (pixels) • Internal memory (approx. 90 MB) • SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card DCF, Exif 2.3, and DPOF compliant Still pictures: JPEG Sound file (voice memo): WAV Movies: MOV (Video: H.
Specifications ISO sensitivity (Standard output sensitivity) Exposure Metering Exposure control Shutter Speed Technical Notes and Index 224-segment matrix, center-weighted Programmed auto exposure with flexible program, shutter priority auto, aperture-priority auto, manual, exposure bracketing, motion detection, exposure compensation (–2.0 to +2.
Specifications Supported languages Power sources Charging time Battery life (EN-EL12) Tripod socket Dimensions (W × H × D) Weight Operating environment Temperature Humidity Arabic, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian • One Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 (supplied) • AC Adapter EH-62F (available
Specifications Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 Type Rechargeable lithium-ion battery Rated capacity DC 3.7 V, 1050 mAh Operating temperature 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) Dimensions (W × H × D) Approx. 32 × 43.8 × 7.9 mm (1.3 × 1.7 × 0.3 in.) Weight Approx. 22.5 g (0.8 oz) (excluding terminal cover) Charging AC Adapter EH-69P Rated input AC 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.068 to 0.042 A Rated output DC 5.
Index Symbols A AC adapter 166 AF area mode 83 AF assist 4, 152 Aperture value 63 Aperture-priority auto mode 66 Audio/video cable 127 Audio/video-in jack 127 Auto 32 Auto mode 24 Auto off 153 Autofocus 38, 89, 125 Autofocus mode 89, 125 AV cable 127, 166 B Backlighting R 45 Battery 14, 16, 166 Battery charger 18, 166 Battery level indicator 24 Battery-chamber/memory card slot cover 14, 22 Beach Z 50 Best shot selector 79 Black and white copy n 54 Blink warning 157 Brightness 69, 71 BSS 79 Button sound 1
Index File name 168 Fill flash 32 Filter effects 114 Fireworks show m 54 Firmware version 161 Flash 32 Flash exposure compensation 89 Flash lamp 34 Flash mode 32 Focus 13, 28, 83, 89, 125 Focus area 28, 83 Focus lock 29 Folder name 168 Food u 53 Format 23, 154 Format the internal memory 154 Format the memory card 23, 154 FSCN 168 Full-frame playback 30, 92 Functions that cannot be applied simultaneously 90 H Technical Notes and Index HDMI 127, 155 HDMI device control 155 HDMI mini connector 127 Histogram
Index Print date 21, 100, 149 Print order 99 Printer 135 Programmed auto mode 64 Protect 102 Q Quick retouch 110 R Rechargeable battery 166 Recording slow motion movies 120 Red-eye reduction 32 Reset all 159 Rotary multi selector 10 Rotate image 104 RSCN 168 S Tele 27 Television 127 Thumbnail playback 94 Time difference 146 Time zone 146 Time zone and date 20, 144 TV settings 155 U USB cable 130, 136, 166 USB/Audio video connector 127, 130, 136 V Vibration reduction 150 Video output 155 ViewNX 2 129,
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