DIGITAL CAMERA Reference Manual • Read this manual thoroughly before using the camera. • To ensure proper use of the camera, be sure to read “For Your Safety” (page vi) and “ Notes About Shockproof, Waterproof, and Dustproof Performance and Condensation” (page ix). • After reading this manual, keep it in a readily accessible place for future reference.
Quick Topic Search You can return to this page by tapping or clicking in the lower right of any page. Main Topics Introduction ............................................................................................................................ iii Table of Contents ................................................................................................................xiii Parts of the Camera ...................................................................................................
Introduction Read This First Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX W100 digital camera. Symbols and Conventions Used in This Manual • Tap or click (Aii). • Symbols Symbol in the lower right of each page to display “Quick Topic Search” Description B This icon marks cautions and information that should be read before using the camera. C This icon marks notes and information that should be read before using the camera. A This icon marks other pages containing relevant information.
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For Your Safety To prevent damage to property or injury to yourself or to others, read “For Your Safety” in its entirety before using this product. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use this product will read them. DANGER Failure to observe the precautions marked with this icon carries a high risk of death or severe injury. WARNING Failure to observe the precautions marked with this icon could result in death or severe injury.
• Keep this product out of reach of children. Failure to observe this precaution could result in injury or product malfunction. In addition, note that small parts constitute a choking hazard. Should a child swallow any part of this product, seek immediate medical attention. • Do not entangle, wrap or twist the straps around your neck. Failure to observe this precaution could result in accidents.
DANGER for Batteries • Do not mishandle batteries. Failure to observe the following precautions could result in the batteries leaking, overheating, rupturing, or catching fire: - Use only rechargeable batteries approved for use in this product. - Do not expose batteries to flame or excessive heat. - Do not disassemble. - Do not short-circuit the terminals by touching them to necklaces, hairpins, or other metal objects.
Notes About Shockproof, Waterproof, and Dustproof Performance and Condensation • The shockproof, waterproof, and dustproof performance described here do not guarantee that the camera will remain completely waterproof or free from damage and trouble under all conditions. • Do not subject the camera to excessive shock, vibration or pressure by dropping it, hitting it, or placing a heavy object on it.
Notes About Shockproof, Waterproof, and Dustproof Performance • Do not drop the camera, strike it against a hard object such as a rock, or throw it against a water surface. • Do not subject the camera to shock when using it underwater. - Do not subject the camera to water pressure by exposing it to rapids or waterfalls. - Do not expose to depths greater than 10 m (33 ft) underwater. - Make sure not to drop the camera underwater. This camera does not float in water.
Before Using the Camera Underwater Check the items below before using the camera underwater. • Make sure that there are no foreign substances inside the battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover. • Make sure that the waterproof packing of the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover is not cracked or deformed. - Make sure that the waterproof packing is not detached from the camera. • Make sure that the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover is firmly closed.
Inspection and Repair • If the camera is exposed to shock, it is recommended to consult your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative to confirm the waterproof performance (charged service). • If the waterproof packing begins to deteriorate, consult your retailer or Nikonauthorized service representative. The waterproof performance of the waterproof packing may start to deteriorate after one year.
Table of Contents Quick Topic Search ............................................................................................................... ii Main Topics...................................................................................................................................................................... ii Common Topics ...........................................................................................................................................................
Getting Started....................................................................................................................... 9 How to Attach the Camera Strap .................................................................................................... 10 Inserting the Battery and Memory Card....................................................................................... 11 Removing the Battery or Memory Card ............................................................................
Shooting Features............................................................................................................... 34 Functions Available in Shooting Mode (Shooting Menu)...................................................... 35 A Point and Shoot.............................................................................................................................. 36 Using Target Finding AF ...................................................................................................
Playback Features................................................................................................................ 59 Playback Zoom ...................................................................................................................................... 60 Thumbnail Playback ............................................................................................................................ 61 Functions Available in Playback Mode (Playback Menu)............................
Movies ..................................................................................................................................... 96 Recording and Playing Back Movies.............................................................................................. 97 Operations During Movie Playback ............................................................................................ 100 Connecting the Camera to a TV, Printer, or Computer.......................................
Technical Notes................................................................................................................. 127 Notices................................................................................................................................................... 128 Notes About Wireless Communication Functions ................................................................ 130 Caring for the Product ...................................................................................
Parts of the Camera The Camera Body ................................................................................................................... 2 The Monitor.............................................................................................................................. 4 Using the Flexible Buttons ..................................................................................................
The Camera Body 1 2 3 4 3 5 6 7 7 8 9 10 1 2 3 4 Shutter-release button............................ 20 5 Self-timer lamp ............................................ 38 AF-assist illuminator 6 7 8 9 10 Power switch/power-on lamp........... 15 Microphone (stereo) Flash.................................................................... 37 2 Parts of the Camera The Camera Body b (e movie-record) button ............ 97 Eyelet for camera strap........................... 10 N-Mark (NFC antenna) .....
2 3 4 1 5 6 12 11 10 9 8 7 1 2 Flexible buttons.............................. 7, 35, 62 3 Charge lamp.................................................. 13 Flash lamp....................................................... 37 4 Multi selector H: Telephoto................................................ 53 I: Wide-angle............................................. 53 5 c (shooting/playback mode) button ...............................................................................
The Monitor The information that is displayed on the shooting or playback screen changes depending on the camera’s settings and state of use. For Shooting 10 7 58 5 1 2 3 4 9 6 1 / 2 5 0 F 3.3 30s 1m 10 10 11 5m 12 13 14 15 16 999 29m 0s 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Flexible icons.................................................... 7 “Date not set” indicator ....................... 142 Shutter speed ............................................... 54 F-number............................................
1 / 2 5 0 F 3.3 10 17 999 29m 0s 25 24 23 22 17 18 19 Zoom indicator............................................ 53 20 Number of exposures remaining (still images)........................................... 19, 51 21 Internal memory indicator.................... 19 Remaining movie recording time.... 97 5 Parts of the Camera The Monitor 9999 999 29m 0s 29m 0s 20 21 19 22 23 24 25 Shooting mode ................................... 36, 40 18 Focus indicator .................................
For Playback 1 3 4 56 2 8 15/11/2016 15:30 9 10 11 12 13 999 18 14 9999 999 16 17 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Flexible icons.................................................... 7 8 Charging AC Adapter connection indicator 9 Image lock icon ........................................... 24 10 Favorites (when Variety menu is set to Off)................................................................ 82 C 7 Date of recording Time of recording Message (reply)............................................
Using the Flexible Buttons If you press a flexible button while the shooting screen or playback screen is displayed, the menu for the current mode is displayed. Once the menu is displayed, you can change various settings. In this document, the flexible buttons are referred to as “flexible button 1” through “flexible button 4”, in order from top to bottom. Shooting mode Playback mode Flexible button 1 Flexible button 2 Flexible button 3 Flexible button 4 1 Press a flexible button.
3 Press a flexible button to select an item. • When the menu content continues on another page, a guide indicating the page position is displayed. Camera settings Variety menu Brightness Date stamp Use the multi selector HI to display other pages. 4 Press a flexible button to select a setting. • Press the flexible button to confirm the selected setting. • When a menu is displayed, you can switch to shooting mode by pressing the shutter-release button or b (e) button.
Getting Started How to Attach the Camera Strap....................................................................................10 Inserting the Battery and Memory Card.......................................................................11 Charging the Battery...........................................................................................................13 Camera Setup ........................................................................................................................
How to Attach the Camera Strap Pass the strap through either the left or right strap eyelet and attach the strap.
Inserting the Battery and Memory Card 1 Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover, and then insert the battery and memory card. Battery latch 2 1 Memory card slot 4 5 6 3 • With the battery’s positive and negative terminals oriented correctly, move the orange battery latch (4), and fully insert the battery (5). • Slide the memory card in until it clicks into place (6). • Be careful not to insert the battery or memory card upside-down or backward, as this could cause a malfunction.
B Formatting a Memory Card 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. • Note that formatting a memory card permanently deletes all images and other data on the memory card. Be sure to make copies of any images you wish to keep before formatting the memory card. • Insert the memory card into the camera and select Format card in the camera settings menu (A112).
Charging the Battery Electrical outlet Charge lamp Charging AC Adapter 1 3 2 USB cable (included) If a plug adapter* is included with your camera, securely connect it to the Charging AC Adapter. Once the two are connected, attempting to forcibly remove the plug adapter could damage the product. * The shape of the plug adapter varies according to the country or region in which the camera was purchased. This step can be omitted if the plug adapter comes permanently bonded to the Charging AC Adapter.
B Notes About the USB Cable • Do not use a USB cable other than the UC-E21. Using a USB cable other than the UC-E21 could result in overheating, fire or electric shock. • Check the shape and direction of the plugs and do not insert or remove the plugs at an angle. B Notes About Charging the Battery • The camera can be operated while the battery is charging, but the charging time increases. • If the battery level is extremely low, you may not be able to operate the camera while the battery is charging.
Camera Setup 1 Press the power switch to turn on the camera. • Use the flexible buttons and multi selector to select and adjust settings. Power switch Multi selector Up Flexible button 1 Flexible button 2 Flexible button 3 Flexible button 4 Left Right Down • A language selection dialog will be displayed. Press JK on the multi selector to highlight a language and press flexible button 4 (O) to select. • The language can be changed at any time using the camera settings menu (A112) M Language.
3 When prompted to set the camera clock, press flexible button 3 (R Yes). 4 5 Use flexible button 2, 3, or 4 to choose a date format. Enter the current date and time and press flexible button 4 (O). Date and time D M Y h m • Press JK to highlight items and press 01 / 01 / 2016 00 : 00 HI to change. • Press flexible button 4 (O) to set the clock. • Press flexible button 3 (m) to set daylight saving time. When it is on, the time is one hour earlier and m is displayed on the screen.
8 Confirm the waterproofing-related message and press K. Waterproofing precautions • Waterproofing-related messages are displayed in the following situations. - When turning on and setting the camera for the first time - When setting the camera to Shoot under water (A41) or Underwater face framing (A42) - When turning the camera on after charging 9 Confirm the message on the screen shown at right and press flexible button 4 (O).
Basic Shooting and Playback Operations Shooting Images...................................................................................................................19 Playing Back Images............................................................................................................21 Deleting Images....................................................................................................................
Shooting Images A Point and shoot is used here as an example. In A Point and shoot, the camera recognizes the shooting conditions when you frame a picture, and you can take pictures in accordance with the conditions. 1 Press flexible button 1. Battery level indicator • Battery level indicator F: The battery level is high. G: The battery level is low. • Number of exposures remaining C is displayed when no memory card is inserted in the camera, and images are saved in the internal memory.
4 Press the shutter-release button halfway. • To press the shutter-release button “halfway” means to press and hold the button at the point where you feel a slight resistance. • When the subject is in focus, the focus area or focus indicator is displayed in green. • When you are using digital zoom, the camera focuses in the center of the frame and the focus area is not displayed. • If the focus area or focus indicator flashes, the camera is unable to focus.
Playing Back Images 1 Press the c (shooting/playback mode) button to enter playback mode. • If you press and hold down the c 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 JK to scroll through the images quickly. • To play back a recorded movie, press H. • To return to shooting mode, press the c button or shutter-release button.
Deleting Images 1 Press flexible button 3 (n) to delete the image currently displayed on the screen. 15/11/2016 15:30 4 2 Use flexible button 2, 3, or 4 to select the desired deletion method. Erase • To exit without deleting, press flexible button 1 (Q). Erase selected pictures Erase this picture only Erase all pictures 3 Press flexible button 3 (R Yes). • Deleted images cannot be recovered.
Selecting Which Images You Want to Delete 1 Use the multi selector JK to select an image to be deleted, and then press flexible button 2 (S). Erase selected pictures • The selected image is indicated by a check mark. • A check mark is displayed or removed every time you press flexible button 2 (S). • Press flexible button 3 (P) to remove all check marks. 2 Add check marks to all images that you want to delete and then press flexible button 4 (O) to confirm the selection.
Restricting Image Deletion (Image Lock) To prevent accidental deletion of images, you can lock image deletion (A22) and formatting (A121). 1 Press and hold down flexible buttons 1 and 4 at the same time while in shooting mode or playback mode. 15/11/2016 15:30 4 2 Press flexible button 3 (R Yes). • Image lock is set. Enable image lock? Yes No • When image lock is set, C is displayed on the screen.
Connecting to a Smart Device (SnapBridge) Installing the SnapBridge App.........................................................................................26 Connecting the Camera and a Smart Device .............................................................27 Image Upload and Remote Photography ...................................................................
Installing the SnapBridge App When you install the SnapBridge app and establish a wireless connection between a SnapBridge-supported camera and smart device, you can upload images captured with the camera to the smart device, or use the smart device to release the camera shutter (A31). • Procedures are described using the SnapBridge app Version 2.0. Use the latest version of the SnapBridge app.
Connecting the Camera and a Smart Device • Use a sufficiently charged battery so that the camera does not turn off during the procedure. • Insert a memory card with sufficient free space into the camera. 1 Camera: In the camera settings menu M Network menu (A112), press flexible button 3 (V Connect to smart device). • The dialog in step 2 is displayed when you turn on the camera for the first time. This step is unnecessary in such cases.
4 Smart device: Launch the SnapBridge app and tap Pair with camera. • When the dialog to select a camera is displayed, tap the camera you want to connect to. • If you did not connect to the camera by tapping Skip at the upper-right of the screen when launching the SnapBridge app for the first time, tap Pair with camera in the A tab and proceed to step 5. 5 Smart device: In the Pair with camera screen, tap the camera name.
7 Camera/smart device: Press flexible button 4 (O) on the camera and PAIR in the SnapBridge app. Auth. code 123456 Confirm that the same authentication code is displayed on the smart device and press OK. 8 Camera/smart device: Finish the connection settings. Camera: Press flexible button 4 (A) when the dialog on the right is displayed. Smart device: Tap OK when the dialog indicating that pairing is complete is displayed.
C To Learn More About the SnapBridge App See the online help for details on how to use the SnapBridge app (after connecting, refer to the SnapBridge app menu M Help). https://nikonimglib.com/snbr/onlinehelp/en/index.html C If the Connection Is Unsuccessful • If the camera displays Could not connect. when connecting - Press flexible button 3 (R Reconnect) and repeat the procedure from step 2 (A27) in “Connecting the Camera and a Smart Device” to connect again.
Image Upload and Remote Photography Image Upload There are three ways to upload images. Automatically upload images to the smart device every time they are captured1, 2 Camera settings menu M Network menu M Send while shooting M set Still images to On. Movies cannot be uploaded automatically. Select images in the camera and upload them to the smart device1, 2 Playback menu in the camera M use Mark for upload to select images. Movies cannot be selected for upload.
Remote Photography You can tap the A tab in the SnapBridge app M Remote photography to release the camera shutter using a smart device. • Follow the instructions in the SnapBridge app to switch to a Wi-Fi connection. In iOS, a dialog related to Wi-Fi connections may be displayed. In such a case, see “If a Dialog Related to Wi-Fi Connections Is Displayed in iOS” (A32). If a Dialog Related to Wi-Fi Connections Is Displayed in iOS The SnapBridge app normally connects the camera and smart device via Bluetooth.
If Images Cannot Be Uploaded Successfully • If the connection is disconnected while uploading images through the Send while shooting or Mark for upload function in the camera, the connection and image upload may resume when you turn the camera off and then on again. • You may be able to upload by canceling the connection and then establishing a connection again.
Shooting Features Functions Available in Shooting Mode (Shooting Menu) .....................................35 A Point and Shoot..............................................................................................................36 Flash Mode..............................................................................................................................37 Self-timer .........................................................................................................................
Functions Available in Shooting Mode (Shooting Menu) Press a flexible button to display a menu. You can change the following settings. Option Description A – Sets the shooting mode to A Point and shoot. The camera recognizes the shooting conditions when you frame a picture, and you can take pictures in accordance with the conditions. 36 Flash Allows you to select a flash mode to match the shooting conditions.
A Point and Shoot When this camera is used for the first time, the shooting mode is set to A Point and shoot. The camera recognizes the shooting conditions when you frame a picture, and you can take pictures in accordance with the conditions. A Point and shoot is the default shooting mode for this camera. • When the camera detects the main subject, it focuses on that subject (target finding AF). • The flash may fire when shooting in low light.
Flash Mode You can select a flash mode to match the shooting conditions. Enter shooting mode M flexible button 2 (Z) M flexible button 2 (x Flash) Available Flash Modes w Auto flash The flash fires when necessary, such as in dim lighting. y Flash off The flash does not fire. • We recommend using a tripod to stabilize the camera when shooting in dark surroundings. x Always fire flash The flash fires whenever a picture is taken. Use to “fill-in” (illuminate) shadows and backlit subjects.
Self-timer The camera is equipped with a self-timer that releases the shutter 10 seconds or 5 seconds after you press the shutter-release button. Enter shooting mode M flexible button 2 (Z) M flexible button 3 (i Self-timer) 1 Press flexible button 3 (j 10 s) or flexible button 4 (r Selfportrait timer). • j 10 s (10 seconds): Use on important occasions, such as weddings. • r Self-portrait timer (5 seconds): Use for shooting with a selfie stick.
Smile Timer When the camera detects a smiling face, you can take a picture automatically without pressing the shutter-release button. The skin softening function makes the skin tones of human faces smoother. Enter shooting mode M flexible button 2 (Z) M flexible button 3 (i Self-timer) M press I 1 Press flexible button 2 (Y Smile timer). Self-timer Smile timer 2 Frame the picture. • Point the camera at a human face. 3 Without pressing the shutter-release button, wait for the subject to smile.
Choose a Style (Shooting with Selected Shooting Conditions and Effects) When a style (shooting condition and effect) is selected, camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected condition. The expected effect may not be achieved depending on the subject. Enter shooting mode M flexible button 3 (g) M flexible button 2 (g Choose a style) Use the multi selector JK to select the desired style (shooting condition and effect) and press flexible button 4 (O).
Tips and Notes D Shoot night scenes • When the shutter-release button is pressed all the way, the camera captures 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 a picture, do not turn the camera off before the screen switches to the shooting screen. • The angle of view (i.e.
J Underwater face framing • You can take pictures of human faces underwater automatically without submerging your face. • When Underwater face framing is set, the waterproofing-related messages are displayed. Confirm each message and press the multi selector K to display the next message. Press flexible button 4 (O) to skip the messages and change to the shooting screen.
I Take a series of pictures • While the shutter-release button is held all the way down, the camera shoots images continuously. • The camera shoots up to 11 images continuously at a rate of about 4.7 frames per second (fps) (when Choose a size > Photo size is set to D Large (13 megapixels)). • The frame rate for continuous shooting may vary depending on the current photo size setting, the memory card used, or shooting condition.
L Mirror • You can take pictures that are vertically or horizontally symmetrical over the center of the frame. • Press flexible button 2 (c Top ➝ bottom) or flexible button 3 (b Left ➝ right) to set the flip direction. When c Top ➝ bottom is selected, the top half of the screen is flipped over the bottom half, and the image is composited and displayed. When b Left ➝ right is selected, the left half of the screen is flipped over the right half.
Q Take soft pictures • Softens the image by adding a slight blur to areas outside of the guide displayed on the screen. • A guide is displayed on the screen. Compose the shot so that the main subject is contained within the guide. • The flash is set to w Auto flash, but the setting can be changed (A37). • Y Smile timer is not available (A39). M Create a diorama effect • This effect is well-suited for images captured from a high vantage point with the main subject in the center of the image.
U Add light trails • The camera automatically captures moving subjects at regular intervals, compares each image and composites only their bright areas, and then saves them as one image. Light trails such as the flow of car lights or motion of stars are captured. • Press flexible button 2 (V Night scenes), or flexible button 3 (S Night sky). Option Description Use to capture the flow of car lights against a night landscape background. • Shots are taken at a shutter speed of 4 seconds every 4 seconds.
Decorate You can add a frame around your images when taking pictures. Enter shooting mode M flexible button 3 (g) M flexible button 3 (A Decorate) • The C Choose a size > A Photo size setting is fixed at F Small (2 megapixels) (A51). 1 Use the multi selector JK to select the desired frame and press flexible button 4 (O). Decorate • To cancel, press flexible button 1 (Q). • You can press flexible button 3 (c) to remove the frame. 2 Frame the subject and take a picture.
Change Colors You can adjust brightness (exposure compensation) and vividness when taking pictures. You can also select one color to keep in your images and turn the rest of the colors to shades of black and white. Enter shooting mode M flexible button 3 (g) M flexible button 4 (d Change colors) 1 Use flexible button 2, 3, or 4 to select the setting. • Select b Brighter/darker, c More vivid/less vivid, or P Highlight colors.
Change Sounds You can configure the shutter and button sounds. Enter shooting mode M flexible button 4 (l) M flexible button 2 (u Change sounds) y Pick a shutter sound Allows you to select the sound heard when the shutter is released and when the focus has been locked. When recording movies, the shutter sound is not heard. x Pick a button sound Allows you to select the beep heard when the camera switches between shooting and playback modes, when using the menus, etc.
3 Press flexible button 4 (O). Pick a shutter sound • The sound is set. C Muting All Sounds On the screen displayed in step 1, press flexible button 4 (u Turn sounds on or off) M flexible button 3 (z Turn sounds off), in that order, to mute all sounds. To cancel the mute, press flexible button 4 (u Turn sounds on or off) M flexible button 2 (u Turn sounds on), in that order.
Choose a Size Set the size of still images and movies. Choose a Photo Size Select the combination of image size and compression ratio to be used when saving images. The larger the image size, the larger the size at which it 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.
Choose a Movie Frame Size Select the desired movie option to record. Enter shooting mode M flexible button 4 (l) M flexible button 3 (C Choose a size) M flexible button 3 (N Movie frame size) Image size Aspect ratio (horizontal to vertical) Frame rate 1920 × 1080 16:9 Approx. 30 fps H Small (640) 640 × 480 4:3 Approx. 30 fps C Small (old-fashioned)2 640 × 480 4:3 Approx.
Using the Zoom When you press the multi selector HI, the zoom lens position changes. • To zoom in: Press H. • To zoom out: Press I. When you turn the camera on, the zoom moves to the maximum wide-angle position. Zoom in Zoom out • A zoom indicator is displayed on the shooting screen when the multi selector HI is pressed.
Focusing The Shutter-release Button Press halfway To press the shutter-release button “halfway” means to press and hold the button at the point where you feel a slight resistance. • Focus and exposure (shutter speed and f-number) are set when you press the shutter-release button halfway. Focus and exposure remain locked while the button is pressed halfway. • The focus area varies depending on the shooting mode and settings.
Using Skin Softening In the following settings, if human faces are detected, the camera processes the image to soften facial skin tones before saving the image (up to three faces). • Smile timer (A39) Make skin prettier can also be applied to saved images by using Add makeup in playback mode (A67). B Notes About Skin Softening • It may take more time than usual to save images after shooting.
Focus Lock Focus lock shooting is recommended when the camera does not activate the focus area that contains the desired subject. The following explains how to use focus lock when the focus area is displayed in the center of the frame. 1 Position the subject in the center of the frame and press the shutter-release button halfway. 1/250 F 3.3 1/250 F 3.3 • The camera focuses on the subject and the focus area is displayed in green. • Exposure is also locked.
Functions That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously When Shooting Some functions cannot be used with other menu options. Restricted function Option Description Choose a style (A40) When Shoot night scenes, Photograph food, Take a series of pictures, Photograph fireworks, Shoot backlit scenes, Shoot a movie miniature, or Add light trails is selected, the flash cannot be used.
Restricted function Electronic VR Digital zoom Option Description Choose a style (A40) When Shoot night scenes, Shoot at intervals, Take a series of pictures, Photograph fireworks, Shoot backlit scenes, or Add light trails is selected, electronic VR is disabled. Smile timer (A39) When Smile timer is selected, digital zoom cannot be used.
Playback Features Playback Zoom......................................................................................................................60 Thumbnail Playback ............................................................................................................61 Functions Available in Playback Mode (Playback Menu).......................................62 E Exchange Messages ......................................................................................................
Playback Zoom Pressing the multi selector H in full-frame playback mode (A21) zooms in on the image. 15/11/2016 15:30 H I Displayed area guide 4 Full-frame Playback Image is zoomed in. • You can change the magnification rate by pressing HI. • To view a different area of the image, press flexible button 3 (G) to lock the magnification rate and press HIJK. If you want to change the magnification rate, press flexible button 3 (H) and then change the magnification rate as desired.
Thumbnail Playback Pressing the multi selector I in full-frame playback mode (A21) displays images in contact sheets of thumbnail images. 15/11/2016 15:30 I H 7 Full-frame Playback Thumbnail Playback • While using thumbnail playback mode, press JK to select an image, and the selected image is magnified and displayed at the center of the screen. Select an image and press H, and the selected image is displayed in the full-frame playback mode.
Functions Available in Playback Mode (Playback Menu) When viewing images in full-frame playback mode, you can select one of the flexible buttons (A7) and display the corresponding menu. Flexible button V Have fun with pictures Option l Settings 1 2 3 A Allows you to add voice messages to your images. 63 Picture play1 Allows you to edit your images using a variety of functions. 66 Grading2 Allows you to add grade marks to your images. You can play back only the images that have grade marks.
E Exchange Messages Voice messages can be recorded and attached to images. • You can attach up to two messages to each image. Enter playback mode M select an image M flexible button 1 (V) M flexible button 2 (E Exchange messages) Leave a Message 1 Press flexible button 2 (q Record). Exchange messages Record Play recordings Erase recordings 2 Press flexible button 2 (I Leave a message). Record • You cannot select this option if the image already has a message attached to it.
4 Press flexible button 4 (O). • Message recorded. is displayed and the message is attached to the image. • Delete the current message before recording a new message (A65). 10s Leave a Reply 1 Press flexible button 2 (q Record). Exchange messages Record Play recordings Erase recordings 2 Press flexible button 3 (J Leave a reply). Record • You cannot select this option if the image does not have a message attached to it.
Play Recordings Press flexible button 3 (K Play recordings). • The camera plays the message. If two messages have been recorded, they are played back to back. • Press flexible button 1 (Q) to stop playback. • Use the multi selector HI during playback to adjust playback volume. • If battery power runs out, playback stops automatically. 10s Erase Recordings 1 Press flexible button 4 (L Erase recordings).
V Picture Play Before Editing Images You can easily edit images on this camera. Edited copies are saved as separate files (except for Rotate pictures). Edited copies are saved with the same shooting date and time as the original. C Restrictions on Image Editing • An image can be edited up to 10 times (there is no restriction on the number of times Rotate pictures can be applied). • You may not be able to edit images of a certain size or with certain editing functions.
K Add Makeup Enter playback mode M select an image M flexible button 1 (V) M flexible button 3 (V Picture play) M use JK to select K M flexible button 4 (O) 1 Use the multi selector HIJK to select the face that you want to retouch and press flexible button 4 (O). Subject selection • When only one face is detected, proceed to step 2. 2 Use JK to select the effect, use HI to select the effect level, and press flexible button 4 (O). Make faces smaller • You can simultaneously apply multiple effects.
B Notes About Add Makeup • One face can be edited at a time. To add makeup to another face, edit the edited image again. • Depending on the direction in which faces are looking, or the brightness of faces, the camera may be unable to accurately detect faces, or the function may not perform as expected. • If no faces are detected, a warning is displayed and the screen returns to the playback menu. • Only images captured at an image size of 640 × 480 or larger can be edited.
3 Press flexible button 4 (O). 4 Use JK to select the desired photo album design and press flexible button 4 (O). Make photo albums Choose an album design • Photo albums are displayed one page at a time. After all pages have been displayed, the camera returns to Have fun with pictures menu. • To cancel before the photo album has been created, press flexible button 1 (S). B Notes About Make Photo Albums • Movies cannot be selected.
W Add a Fisheye Effect Enter playback mode M select an image M flexible button 1 (V) M flexible button 3 (V Picture play) M use JK to select W M flexible button 4 (O) Make an image look as if it were captured with a fisheye lens. This effect is well-suited for images captured using Shoot close-ups in the shooting menu. Confirm the effect and press flexible button 4 (O). Add a fisheye effect • To cancel, press flexible button 1 (Q).
Q Soften Pictures Enter playback mode M select an image M flexible button 1 (V) M flexible button 3 (V Picture play) M use JK to select Q M flexible button 4 (O) Soften the image by adding a slight blur around the center of the image. Four blur regions are available. Use the multi selector JK to select the area to be blurred and press flexible button 4 (O). Soften pictures • To add a slight blur to the entire image, press k. • To cancel, press flexible button 1 (Q).
M Add a Diorama Effect Enter playback mode M select an image M flexible button 1 (V) M flexible button 3 (V Picture play) M use JK to select M M flexible button 4 (O) 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. Confirm the effect and press flexible button 4 (O). Add a diorama effect • To cancel, press flexible button 1 (Q).
P Highlight Colors Enter playback mode M select an image M flexible button 1 (V) M flexible button 3 (V Picture play) M use JK to select P M flexible button 4 (O) Create a black and white image in which only the specified color remains. Use the multi selector JK to select a color and press flexible button 4 (O). • To cancel, press flexible button 1 (Q).
A Decorate Enter playback mode M select an image M flexible button 1 (V) M flexible button 3 (V Picture play) M use JK to select A M flexible button 4 (O) Add a frame around your images. The image size of the edited copy varies depending on the size of the original image, as described below. • When the original image is Small (2 megapixels) (1600 × 1200) or larger, the copy is saved at Small (2 megapixels) (1600 × 1200).
F Add Cartoon Effects Enter playback mode M select an image M flexible button 1 (V) M flexible button 3 (V Picture play) M use JK to select F M flexible button 4 (O) Make a captured image look like a panel from a comic by drawing lines. Three effects are available. 1 Use the multi selector JK to select the subject to which the effect will be applied and press flexible button 4 (O). Choose a subject • When one subject is detected, proceed to step 2.
G Stamp Enter playback mode M select an image M flexible button 1 (V) M flexible button 3 (V Picture play) M use JK to select G M flexible button 4 (O) Add stamps to an image. You can enlarge or shrink, move, and rotate the stamps. 1 Use the multi selector JK to select the subject to which the stamp will be applied and press flexible button 4 (O). Choose a subject • When one subject is detected, proceed to step 2.
• In f (rotate), press flexible button 2 (f) or flexible button 3 (e) to adjust the direction of the stamp, and press flexible button 4 (O). 3 Confirm the effect and press flexible button 4 (O). Preview • To change the settings, press flexible button 1 (Q) to return to step 2.
A Grading This function is displayed when Variety menu (A117) is set to On. Grade images by using A Excellent or B Good. You can use View graded pictures to play back only the images that have grade marks. Enter playback mode M flexible button 1 (V) M flexible button 4 (A Grading) Grade Pictures 1 Press flexible button 2 (A Grade pictures).
Changing or Removing Grades from Individual Images 1 In step 2 (A78) of “Grade Pictures”, select the image with the grade you want to change or remove. 15/11/2016 15:30 15 2 Change or remove the grade. • Press flexible button 2 (A) or flexible button 3 (B) to change the current grade to the selected grade. • Press flexible button 2 (a) or flexible button 3 (b) to remove the grade of the selected image.
View Graded Pictures 1 Press flexible button 3 (B View graded pictures). Grading Grade pictures View graded pictures Remove all grades 2 3 Press flexible button 2 (A Excellent) or flexible button 3 (B Good). View graded pictures • Only images with the grade mark you selected are displayed. Good Excellent Use the multi selector JK to view images. • Press H to magnify the image. • Press I to switch to thumbnail playback mode.
Remove All Grades 1 Press flexible button 4 (w Remove all grades). Grading Grade pictures View graded pictures Remove all grades 2 Press flexible button 2 (a Excellent) or flexible button 3 (b Good). Remove all grades Excellent Good 3 Press flexible button 3 (R Yes). • The selected grade mark is removed from all images.
I Favorites This function is displayed when Variety menu (A117) is set to Off. You can use View favorites to play back only the images added to favorites. Enter playback mode M flexible button 1 (V) M flexible button 4 (I Favorites) Add to Favorites 1 Press flexible button 2 (I Add to favorites). Favorites Add to favorites View favorites Remove from favorites 2 Use the multi selector JK to select a favorite image and press flexible button 2 (I).
Removing Favorites from Individual Images 1 In step 2 (A82) of “Add to Favorites”, select the image that you want to remove from favorites. 15/11/2016 15:30 15 2 Press flexible button 2 (i). 15/11/2016 15:30 • The selected image is removed from favorites.
View Favorites 1 Press flexible button 3 (B View favorites). Favorites Add to favorites View favorites Remove from favorites 2 Use the multi selector JK to view images. • Press H to magnify the image. • Press I to switch to thumbnail playback mode. • Press flexible button 1 (Q) to return to the screen displayed in step 1. • Press flexible button 4 (S) to return to full-frame playback mode (A21).
Remove From Favorites 1 Press flexible button 4 (w Remove from favorites). Favorites Add to favorites View favorites Remove from favorites 2 Press flexible button 3 (R Yes). • All images added to favorites are removed.
G View by Date Play back images by selecting the shooting date from the calendar. Enter playback mode M flexible button 2 (Z) M flexible button 2 (G View by date) 1 Use the multi selector HIJK to select the desired date and press flexible button 4 (O). 2016 1 1 Su M Tu W Th F Sa 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 910 11 12 4 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 • Images are selected based on the 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 selected date. The first image captured 27 28 29 30 on that date is displayed.
m 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. Background music is played during playback. Background music varies depending on the theme selected under n Choose a theme (A90). Enter playback mode M flexible button 2 (Z) M flexible button 3 (m Slide show) Choose Pictures 1 Press flexible button 3 (o Choose pictures). Slide show • To play back all images ➝ step 3.
3 Press flexible button 2 (A Start). Slide show • The slide show begins. Start Choose pictures Choose a theme • To pause playback, press flexible button 4 (D). To exit, press flexible button 1 (Q). • While the slide show is in progress, press the multi selector K to display the next image or J to display the previous image. Press and hold K or J to fast forward or rewind. • Press HI during playback to adjust the volume of the background music. 4 End or restart the slide show.
Pick a Series 1 Press flexible button 2 (o Choose pictures). Pick a series • The first image in the folder where images captured using Shoot at intervals are saved is displayed. 2 3 Choose pictures Pick a speed Use flexible button 2 (K Next series) or flexible button 3 (J Previous series) to select the folder and press flexible button 4 (O). Press flexible button 3 (J Pick a speed).
6 Press flexible button 2 (A Start). Slide show • The slide show begins. Start Choose pictures Choose a theme Choose a Theme 1 Press flexible button 4 (n Choose a theme). Slide show Start Choose pictures Choose a theme 2 Use flexible button 2, 3, or 4 to select a playback theme. • Select o Animated (default setting), o Pop art, or p Classic. Choose a theme Animated Pop art Classic 3 Press flexible button 2 (A Start). Slide show • The slide show begins.
E Mark for Upload Select still images in the camera and upload them to a smart device that has a wireless connection established with the SnapBridge app. • The size of images that are uploaded is restricted to 2 megapixels. To upload still images at their original size, use Download pictures in the SnapBridge app. • Movies cannot be selected. To upload movies to a smart device, use Download pictures in the SnapBridge app.
y Retouch Copy or rotate images or create a small copy of the current image. Enter playback mode M flexible button 4 (l) M flexible button 3 (y Retouch) h Copy Images can be copied between a memory card and the internal memory. • When a memory card that contains no images is inserted and the camera is switched to playback mode, Memory contains no images. is displayed. In that case, press a flexible button and select flexible button 3 (y Retouch) to select Copy. 1 Press flexible button 2 (h Copy).
4 Use the multi selector JK to select an image and press flexible button 2 (S). Selected images • The selected image is indicated by a check mark. • A check mark is displayed or removed each time you press flexible button 2 (S). • Press flexible button 3 (P) to remove all check marks. • Repeat step 4 to select additional images. 5 Press flexible button 4 (O) to apply image selection. • A confirmation dialog is displayed. 6 Press flexible button 3 (R Yes). • Images are copied.
d Rotate Pictures Specify the orientation in which saved images are displayed during playback. Still images can be rotated 90 degrees clockwise or 90 degrees counterclockwise. 1 Press flexible button 3 (d Rotate pictures). Retouch Copy Rotate pictures Small picture 2 Press flexible button 2 (e) or flexible button 3 (f). Rotate pictures • The image is rotated 90 degrees. 3 Press flexible button 4 (O).
s Small Picture Create a small copy of images. 1 Press flexible button 4 (s Small picture). Retouch Copy Rotate pictures Small picture 2 Use flexible button 2 (D) or flexible button 3 (E) to select the desired copy size and press flexible button 4 (O). Small picture 1024×768 • A new, edited copy is saved as a separate image with a compression ratio of about 1:8. • To cancel, press flexible button 1 (Q).
Movies Recording and Playing Back Movies..............................................................................97 Operations During Movie Playback ............................................................................
Recording and Playing Back Movies • When using the camera’s internal memory, the movie frame size (A52) can be set to H Small (640) or C Small (old-fashioned). 1 Display the shooting screen. • Check the remaining amount of movie recording time. 2100 25m 0s Remaining movie recording time 2 Press the b (e movie-record) button to start movie recording. • The camera focuses in the center of the frame. 12m30s 3 4 Press the b (e) button again to end recording.
Area Captured in Movies • The area that is captured in a movie varies depending on Movie frame size (A52). • When recording movies while Electronic VR (A119) in the camera settings is set to Auto, the angle of view (i.e., the area visible in the frame) is narrow compared to that of still images. Maximum Movie Recording Time 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.
Notes About Movie Recording B Notes About Saving Images or Movies The indicator showing the number of exposures remaining or the indicator showing the remaining recording time flashes while images or movies are being saved. Do not open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover or remove the battery or memory card while an indicator is flashing. Doing this could result in loss of data, or in damage to the camera or the memory card.
Operations During Movie Playback To adjust the volume, press the multi selector HI while a movie is playing. You can use the flexible buttons to perform the following operations. When paused 5s During playback Volume indicator Function Icon Advance B Rewind C Description Hold down the button to advance the movie. Hold down the button to rewind the movie. Pause playback. The operations listed below can be performed while paused. Pause End D S E Advance the movie one frame.
Connecting the Camera to a TV, Printer, or Computer Utilizing Images ................................................................................................................. 102 Viewing Images on a TV.................................................................................................. 103 Printing Images Without a Computer........................................................................ 104 Transferring Images to a Computer (ViewNX-i) ............................................
Utilizing Images In addition to using the SnapBridge app to enjoy the captured images, you can also utilize the images in various ways by connecting the camera to the devices described below. Viewing Images on a TV Images and movies captured with the camera can be viewed on a TV. Connection method: Connect a commercially available HDMI cable to the TV’s HDMI input jack.
Viewing Images on a TV 1 Turn off the camera and connect it to the TV. • Check the shape and direction of the plugs and do not insert or remove the plugs at an angle. 2 1 3 HDMI micro connector (Type D) 2 Set the TV’s input to external input. • See the documentation provided with your TV for details. 3 Press and hold down the c (shooting/ playback mode) button to turn on the camera. • Images are displayed on the TV. • The camera screen does not turn on.
Printing Images Without a Computer Users of PictBridge-compatible printers can connect the camera directly to the printer and print images without using a computer. Connecting the Camera to a Printer 1 2 Turn on the printer. Turn off the camera and connect it to the printer using the USB cable. • Check the shape and direction of the plugs and do not insert or remove the plugs at an angle. 2 1 3 3 The camera is automatically turned on.
B If the PictBridge Startup Screen Is Not Displayed When Auto is selected for Charge by computer (A125), it may be impossible to print images with direct connection of the camera to some printers. If the PictBridge startup screen is not displayed after the camera is turned on, turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable. Set Charge by computer to Off and reconnect the camera to the printer.
Printing Multiple Images 1 When the Print selection screen is displayed, press flexible button 3 (p). 2 Press flexible button 4 (c Paper size). Print selection Print menu • Use JK to select the paper size and press flexible button 4 (O). • To print with the paper size setting configured on the printer, select Default. • The paper size options available on the camera vary depending on the printer that you use. • To exit the print menu, press flexible button 1 (Q).
Print selection Select images (up to 99) and the Print selection number of copies (up to 9) of each. • Use the multi selector JK to select images, and use flexible button 2 (X) or flexible button 3 (Y) to specify the number of 1 1 2 copies to be printed. • Images selected for printing are indicated by a check mark and the number of copies to be printed. To cancel the print selection, set the number of copies to 0. • Press flexible button 4 (O) when setting is complete.
Transferring Images to a Computer (ViewNX-i) Installing ViewNX-i ViewNX-i is free software that enables you to transfer images and movies to your computer for viewing and editing. To install ViewNX-i, download the latest version of the ViewNX-i installer from the following website and follow the on-screen instructions to complete installation. ViewNX-i: http://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com For system requirements and other information, see the Nikon website for your region.
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 Nikon Transfer 2 and click OK. 2 Double-click the Nikon Transfer 2 icon. • When using Windows 10 or Windows 8.
2 After Nikon Transfer 2 starts, click Start Transfer. Start Transfer • Image transfer begins. When image transfer is complete, ViewNX-i starts and the transferred images are displayed. 3 Terminate the connection. • 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 memory card from the card reader or card slot.
General Camera Setup Camera Settings Menu .................................................................................................... 112 l Camera Settings ............................................................................................................
Camera Settings Menu Enter shooting mode or playback mode M flexible button 4 (l) M flexible button 4 (l Camera settings) The settings of the menu options listed below can be configured. Option Description A Network menu Allows you to configure the wireless network settings to connect the camera and a smart device. 114 Welcome screen Allows you to select whether or not the welcome screen is displayed when the camera is turned on. 116 Date and time Allows you to set the camera clock.
Option Description A Conformity marking View some of the conformity markings that this camera has obtained. 126 Firmware version View the current camera firmware version.
l Camera Settings Network Menu Enter shooting mode or playback mode M flexible button 4 (l) M flexible button 4 (l Camera settings) M press HI M C Network menu Configure the wireless network settings to connect the camera and a smart device. • Some settings cannot be changed while a wireless connection is established. To change them, disconnect the wireless connection. Option Description Q Airplane mode Select On to turn off all wireless connections.
Option Description B Connection Select Disable to turn off Bluetooth communication. B Bluetooth W Paired devices Change the smart device to connect with, or delete the connected smart device. This camera can be paired with up to five smart devices, but can connect to only one device at a time. U Send while off Set whether or not to allow the camera to communicate with the smart device when the camera is off or in standby mode (A20).
Welcome Screen Enter shooting mode or playback mode M flexible button 4 (l) M flexible button 4 (l Camera settings) M press HI M I Welcome screen Select whether or not the welcome screen is displayed when you turn on the camera. Option Description h Off Does not display the welcome screen. i On (default setting) Displays an animated welcome screen. The characters and background that are displayed change according to how often you use the camera, how many images you have taken with the camera, etc.
Variety Menu Enter shooting mode or playback mode M flexible button 4 (l) M flexible button 4 (l Camera settings) M press HI M h Variety menu Set whether or not to use all of the camera’s functions. Option Description h On Enables use of all functions. b Off Some functions are restricted as follows. The following functions are disabled.
Brightness Enter shooting mode or playback mode M flexible button 4 (l) M flexible button 4 (l Camera settings) M press HI M K Brightness Adjust the brightness. The default setting is 3. • Use the multi selector JK to select the desired brightness and press flexible button 4 (O). Date Stamp Enter shooting mode or playback mode M flexible button 4 (l) M flexible button 4 (l Camera settings) M press HI M L Date stamp The shooting date can be stamped on images when shooting. 15.11.
Electronic VR Enter shooting mode or playback mode M flexible button 4 (l) M flexible button 4 (l Camera settings) M press HI M M Electronic VR Select the electronic VR (vibration reduction) setting used when shooting. Option M Auto b Off (default setting) B Description In the following conditions, the effects of camera shake are reduced when shooting.
AF Assist Enter shooting mode or playback mode M flexible button 4 (l) M flexible button 4 (l Camera settings) M press HI M r AF assist Option Description The AF-assist illuminator automatically lights up when you press the shutter-release button under dim lighting. The illuminator has a range of about 1.9 m (6 ft 2 in.) at the u Auto (default setting) maximum wide-angle position and about 1.7 m (5 ft 6 in.) at the maximum telephoto position.
Format Card/Format Memory Enter shooting mode or playback mode M flexible button 4 (l) M flexible button 4 (l Camera settings) M press HI M N Format card/O Format memory Use this option to format a memory card or the internal memory. Formatting the memory cards or internal memory permanently deletes all data. Data that has been deleted cannot be recovered. Make sure to save important images to a computer before formatting. Formatting a Memory Card • Insert a memory card into the camera.
Language Enter shooting mode or playback mode M flexible button 4 (l) M flexible button 4 (l Camera settings) M press HI M P Language Select a language for display of camera menus and messages. Image Comment Enter shooting mode or playback mode M flexible button 4 (l) M flexible button 4 (l Camera settings) M press HI M J Image comment Attach a comment that was previously registered to images that will be captured.
Copyright Information Enter shooting mode or playback mode M flexible button 4 (l) M flexible button 4 (l Camera settings) M press HI M L Copyright information Attach the copyright information that was previously registered to images that will be captured. You can imprint the attached copyright information to images that will be sent to a smart device using the SnapBridge app. You must configure the SnapBridge app in advance. See SnapBridge app online help for more information.
Location Data Enter shooting mode or playback mode M flexible button 4 (l) M flexible button 4 (l Camera settings) M press HI M P Location data Set whether or not to add shooting location information to the images that you take. Option Description V Download from device Select flexible button 2 (V On) to add location information from a smart device to the images that you take. Enable the location information function of the SnapBridge app. P Position Display the obtained location information.
Charge by Computer Enter shooting mode or playback mode M flexible button 4 (l) M flexible button 4 (l Camera settings) M press HI M g Charge by computer Option Description u Auto (default setting) When the camera is connected to a computer that is running (A102), the battery inserted into the camera is automatically charged using power supplied by the computer. b Off The battery inserted into the camera is not charged when the camera is connected to a computer.
Reset All Enter shooting mode or playback mode M flexible button 4 (l) M flexible button 4 (l Camera settings) M press HI M S Reset all When flexible button 3 (R Reset) is selected, the camera’s settings are restored to their default values. • The network menu settings are also restored to their default values. • Some settings, such as Date and time or Language, are not reset. • You may not be able to select this setting while a wireless connection is established.
Technical Notes Notices................................................................................................................................... 128 Notes About Wireless Communication Functions ................................................ 130 Caring for the Product ..................................................................................................... 132 The Camera .................................................................................................................
Notices Notices for Customers in the U.S.A. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS For connection to a supply not in the U.S.A., use an attachment plug adapter of the proper configuration for the power outlet if needed. The power supply unit is intended to be correctly orientated in a vertical or floor mount position.
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Notes About Wireless Communication Functions Restrictions on Wireless Devices The wireless transceiver included in this product conforms to wireless regulations in the country of sale and is not for use in other countries (products purchased in the EU or EFTA can be used anywhere within the EU and EFTA). Nikon does not accept liability for use in other countries.
Precautions when Exporting or Carrying This Product Abroad This product is controlled by the United States Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The permission of the United States government is not required for export to countries other than the following, which as of this writing are subject to embargo or special controls: Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Sudan, and Syria (list subject to change). Notice for Customers in the U.S.A.
Caring for the Product Observe the precautions described below in addition to the warnings in “For Your Safety” (Avi-viii) and “ Notes About Shockproof, Waterproof, and Dustproof Performance and Condensation” (Aix-xii) when using or storing the device. The Camera Do Not Apply Strong Impact to the Camera The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shock or vibration. In addition, do not touch or apply force to the lens.
The Battery Precautions for Use • Note that the battery may become hot after use. • Do not use the battery at ambient temperatures below 0°C (32°F) or above 40°C (104°F) as this could cause damage or malfunction. • If you notice any abnormalities such as excessive heat, smoke, or an unusual smell coming from the battery, immediately discontinue use and consult your retailer or Nikonauthorized service representative.
Charging an Exhausted Battery Turning the camera on or off while an exhausted battery is inserted in the camera may result in reduced battery life. Charge the exhausted battery before use. Storing the Battery • Always remove the battery from the camera or optional battery charger when it is not being used. Minute amounts of current are drawn from the battery while it is in the camera, even when not in use. This may result in excessive battery drain and complete loss of function.
Memory Cards Precautions for Use • Use only Secure Digital memory cards (A156). • Be sure to follow the precautions described in the documentation included with the memory card. • Do not put labels or stickers on memory cards. Formatting • 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.
Cleaning and Storage Cleaning After Using the Camera Underwater Follow the procedure below to rinse the camera with fresh water within 60 minutes after using it underwater or at the beach. 1. Keep the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover closed and wash off the camera with fresh water. Immerse the camera in a shallow basin filled with fresh water for 10 minutes. • Immerse the camera in fresh water and shake it sufficiently in the water to remove any foreign substances from the camera.
Storage If you do not intend to use the camera for an extended period, remove the battery and avoid storing the camera in any of the following types of locations: • Places that are poorly ventilated or subject to humidity of over 60% • Places exposed to temperatures above 50°C (122°F) or below –10°C (14°F) • Places next to equipment that produces strong electromagnetic fields, such as televisions or radios To prevent mold or mildew, take the camera out of storage at least once a month, and turn it on and r
Error Messages Refer to the table below if an error message is displayed. Display Battery temperature is elevated. The camera will turn off. A Cause/Solution The camera turns off automatically. Wait until the camera or battery temperature 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.
Display A Cause/Solution Image cannot be modified. Check that the images can be edited. 66, 146 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. Memory contains no images. There are no images in the internal memory or on the memory card. • Remove the memory card to play back images in the internal memory.
Display A Cause/Solution Printer error: out of ink. Replace the ink cartridge and press flexible button 3 (R Resume) to resume printing.* Printer error: file corrupt. There is a problem with the image file to be printed. – Press flexible button 4 (S Cancel) to cancel printing. – * See the documentation provided with your printer for further guidance and information.
Troubleshooting If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. Power, Display, Settings Issues Problem A Cause/Solution 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.
A Problem Cause/Solution 13 The battery inserted in the camera cannot be charged. • Confirm all connections. • When connected to a computer, the camera may not charge for any of the reasons described below. - Off is selected for Charge by computer in the camera settings menu. - Battery charging stops if the camera is turned off.
A Problem Cause/Solution Screen for setting time and date is displayed when the camera is turned on. The clock battery is exhausted; all settings were restored to their default values. Configure the camera settings again. • The internal clock battery is used to power the camera clock and to retain certain settings.
Problem A Cause/Solution Images are blurred. • Use the flash. • Enable electronic VR. • Use a tripod to stabilize the camera (using the selftimer at the same time is more effective). 37 119 38 Bright specks appear in images captured with flash. The flash is reflecting off particles in the air. Set the flash mode setting to y Flash off. 37 Flash does not fire. • The flash mode is set to y Flash off. • Choose a style is set to a function that disables the flash. 37 41 Digital zoom cannot be used.
Problem Skin tones are not softened. 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 Choose a style is set to Shoot night scenes, Take a series of pictures, Shoot backlit scenes, Add a neon effect, or Add a cartoon effect • When the skin softening function is applied while shooting A ring-shaped belt or rainbow-colored stripe appears on the screen or images.
Problem Cannot record messages. Cannot edit images. – 65 • Some images cannot be edited. Images that have already been edited may not be edited again. 66, 80, 84, 86, 95 – • There is not enough free space on the memory card or in the internal memory. • This camera is unable to edit images captured with other cameras. • Editing functions used for images are not available for movies. Cannot rotate image. This camera cannot rotate images captured with another make or model of digital camera.
External Device Issues Problem Cause/Solution Cannot establish a wireless connection with a smart device.* • See “Connecting to a Smart Device (SnapBridge)” when establishing a wireless connection for the first time. • Also see “If the Connection Is Unsuccessful.” • If a wireless connection is established, perform the following operations. - Turn the camera off and then on again. - Restart the SnapBridge app. - Cancel the connection and then establish a connection again.
Problem Cause/Solution Cannot upload images to a smart device that has a wireless connection established with the SnapBridge app.* • Perform the operations described below when uploading automatically. - Camera settings menu M Network menu M Send while shooting M set Still images to On. - In the A tab of the SnapBridge app M Auto link options M turn on Auto link. - In the A tab of the SnapBridge app M Auto link options M turn on Auto download.
Problem A Cause/Solution The PictBridge startup screen is not displayed when the camera is connected to a printer. With some PictBridge-compatible printers, the PictBridge startup screen may not be displayed and it may be impossible to print images when Auto is selected for Charge by computer in the camera settings menu. Set Charge by computer to Off and reconnect the camera to the printer. 125 Images to be printed are not displayed. • The memory card contains no images.
File Names Images, movies, or messages are assigned file names as follows. File name: DSCN 0001 .JPG (1) (2) (3) (1) Identifier Not shown on the screen of the camera. • DSCN: Original still images, movies • DSCA: Message • DSCB: Message (reply) • SSCN: Small picture copies • RSCN: Cropped copies • FSCN: Images created by an image editing function other than crop and small picture, photo albums (2) File number Assigned in ascending order, starting with “0001” and ending with “9999.
Optional Accessories Battery charger MH-66 Battery Charger It takes about 1 hour and 50 minutes to charge a fully exhausted battery. EH-62G AC Adapter (connect as shown) AC adapter Make sure that the power connector cable is fully inserted in the power connector slot before inserting the AC adapter into the battery chamber. • While using the AC adapter, the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover cannot be closed. Do not pull the power connector cable.
Specifications Nikon COOLPIX W100 Digital Camera Type Compact digital camera Number of effective pixels 13.2 million (Image processing may reduce the number of effective pixels.) Image sensor 1/3.1-in. type CMOS; approx. 14.17 million total pixels Lens NIKKOR lens with 3× optical zoom Focal length 4.1–12.3 mm (angle of view equivalent to that of 30–90 mm lens in 35mm [135] format) f/-number f/3.3–5.
Storage Media Internal memory (approx. 22 MB), SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card File system DCF and Exif 2.3 compliant File formats Still images: JPEG Voice messages: WAV Movies: MP4 (Video: H.
Bluetooth Communication protocols Bluetooth Specification Version 4.
3 Dropped from a height of 1.8 m (5 ft 10 in.) onto a surface of 5 cm (2 in.) thick plywood (changes in appearance, such as paint peeling off and deformation of the drop shock portion and waterproof performance are not subject to the test). These tests do not guarantee that the camera will be free from damage or trouble under all conditions. EN-EL19 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery Type Rated capacity Operating temperature Dimensions (W × H × D) Weight Rechargeable lithium-ion battery DC 3.
Memory Cards That Can Be Used The camera supports SD, SDHC, and SDXC memory cards. • 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. • If you use a card reader, make sure that it is compatible with your memory card. • Contact the manufacturer for information on features, operation, and limitations on use.
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Index Symbols A Point and shoot.................................... 36 c Playback mode..................................... 21 l Camera settings menu..................... 112 b (e Movie-record) button........ 2, 97 c (Shooting/playback mode) button ........................................................................... 3, 21 Y N-Mark .................................................. 2, 27 A AC adapter......................................... 102, 151 Add a bubble effect F .................
Exchange messages .................................. 63 Exposure compensation........................ 48 Eyelet for camera strap ............................... 2 F Face detection ............................................. 54 Favorites............................................................ 82 File name....................................................... 150 Firmware version...................................... 126 Flash...............................................................
Playback ................................................. 21, 100 Playback menu ............................................. 62 Playback mode ............................................. 21 Playback zoom..................................... 21, 60 Power switch/power-on lamp....... 2, 15 Pressing halfway ......................................... 54 Print............................................ 102, 105, 106 Printer .................................................. 102, 104 R SnapBridge app.........
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