DIGITAL CAMERA User’s Manual En
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Introduction First Steps G Basic Photography and Playback: Easy Auto Mode A Shooting in the Auto Mode C Shooting Suited for the Scene d Shooting continuously at high speed (Sport Continuous) B Shooting in the High Sensitivity Mode a Capturing Smiling Faces Automatically c More on Playback D Movies Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers d Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus Technical Notes i
For Your Safety To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equipment. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the product will read them.
For Your Safety Observe caution when handling the battery The battery may leak or explode if improperly handled. Observe the following precautions when handling the battery for use in this product: • Before replacing the battery, turn the product off. If you are using the AC adapter, be sure it is unplugged. • Do not combine old and new batteries or batteries of different makes or types. • Insert batteries in the correct orientation.
For Your Safety Avoid contact with liquid crystal Should the monitor break, care should be taken to avoid injury caused by broken glass and to prevent liquid crystal from the monitor touching the skin or entering the eyes or mouth.
Notices Notice for Customers in the U.S.A. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Notices Notice for customers in Canada CAUTION This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. ATTENTION Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Symbol for Separate Collection in European Countries This symbol indicates that this product is to be collected separately. The following apply only to users in European countries: • This product is designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point. Do not dispose of as household waste.
Table of Contents For Your Safety ......................................................................................................................................ii WARNINGS............................................................................................................................................................................. ii Notices....................................................................................................................................................
Table of Contents A Auto Mode..................................................................................................................................... 29 Shooting in the Auto Mode..............................................................................................................29 Using the Flash......................................................................................................................................30 Setting the Flash Mode..................................
Table of Contents Deleting Movie Files...........................................................................................................................................63 Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers ............................................................ 64 Connecting to a TV ..............................................................................................................................64 Connecting to a Computer.............................................
Table of Contents p Reset All ...........................................................................................................................................................109 s Battery Type .................................................................................................................................................. 111 d Protect ...................................................................................................................................................
Introduction About This Manual Symbols and Conventions To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and conventions are used: B This icon marks cautions, information that should be read before use, to prevent damage to the camera. D This icon marks tips, additional information that may be helpful when using the camera. C This icon marks notes, information that should be read before using the camera.
Information and Precautions Life-Long Learning Introduction As part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product support and education, continually updated information is available online at the following sites: • For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/ • For users in Europe and Africa: http://www.europe-nikon.com/support/ • For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http://www.nikon-asia.
Information and Precautions Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction Introduction Note that simply being in possession of material that was digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera or other device may be punishable by law. • Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, securities, government bonds or local government bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are stamped “Sample”.
Parts of the Camera The Camera Body 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Introduction 9 Zoom control .................................................23 1 4 f g h i j : wide ................................................ 23 : tele .................................................. 23 : thumbnail playback .............. 54 : playback zoom ........................ 56 : help ................................................. 13 4 Power switch/Power-on lamp .............................................................
Parts of the Camera 1 2 3 4 56 7 Introduction 11 12 13 10 14 15 9 8 16 l (delete) button ....................... 26, 27, 63 1 Monitor .................................................................8 9 2 Multi selector .................................................11 10 d button ..................... 12, 62, 78, 87, 92 3 A (shooting mode) button .................10 11 Pin cover ........................................... 64, 66, 70 4 Flash lamp ..................................
Parts of the Camera Raising and Lowering the Built-in Flash Raising the Built-in Flash. Introduction • See “Using the Flash” (A 30) for more information about flash settings. Lowering the Built-in Flash. • Push the built-in flash down gently. • When not using the flash, lower the built-in flash.
Parts of the Camera Attaching the Camera Strap and Lens Cap B Introduction Attach the lens cap to the camera strap, and then attach the strap to the camera (at two places). Lens Cap • Remove the lens cap before you shoot a picture. • At times when you will not be shooting pictures such as when the power is off or while you are carrying the camera, attach the lens cap to the camera to protect the lens.
Parts of the Camera The Monitor Introduction The following indicators may appear in the monitor during shooting and playback (actual display varies with current camera settings). The indicators and photo info displayed during shooting and playback will turn off after a few seconds (A 99). Shooting 4 5 26 10 1 6 2 3 25 7 24 10 9 23 8 11 12 22 13 +1.0 21 1/125 F3.5 20 19 999 16 15 14 999 a 9999 1m00s b 1m00s 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 8 18 Shooting mode* ...
Parts of the Camera Introduction Playback 1 4 3 15/05/2009 12:00 9999.JPG 13 10 2 12 11 5 9 999 999 8 7 6 999 999 a 9999 9999 1m00s b 1m00s 1 Date of recording ....................................... 16 7 Internal memory indicator .................... 26 2 Time of recording ....................................... 16 8 Movie playback indicator ...................... 63 3 Volume .............................................................. 63 9 Print-order icon ..........................
Basic Operations A (shooting mode) button Introduction • Press A in playback mode to enter shooting mode. • Press A in shooting mode to display the shooting-mode selection menu. Shooting-mode Selection Menu In the shooting-mode selection menu, use the multi selector to select the shooting mode.
Basic Operations The Multi Selector For Shooting Display m (flash mode) menu (A 30)/select the item above. Display n (self-timer) menu (A 33). Display o (exposure compensation) menu (A 35). Introduction This section describes standard uses of the multi selector to select modes, select menu options and to apply selection. Self-timer Apply selection. Display p (macro mode) menu (A 34). For Playback 15/05/2009 15:30 0004.JPG Display the previous picture. Display the next picture.
Basic Operations d button Introduction Press d to display the menu for the selected mode. • Use the multi selector to apply settings (A 11). • Select the tab on the left to display the setup menu. • To exit the menu display, press d again. Upper tab: Menus available for the current mode are displayed. Lower tab: Display the setup menu. Shooting menu Image mode White balance Continuous Color options Distortion control Exit The selected option. Displayed when the menu contains two or more pages.
Basic Operations Help Displays Continuous Choose single frame, continuous mode, BSS (camera chooses sharpest shot in series), or multi-shot 16. Exit Introduction Rotate the zoom control to g (j) when M/j is displayed at the lower right of the menu screen to view a description of the currently selected menu option. To return to the original menu, rotate the zoom control to g (j) again. Back About the Shutter-release Button The camera features a two-stage shutter-release button.
First Steps Inserting the Batteries 1 Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. • Before opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover, hold the camera upside down to prevent the batteries from falling out. First Steps 2 3 1 2 Inserting the Batteries • Insert the batteries correctly as shown at right. 3 Close the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. 1 2 Applicable Batteries This camera uses the following R6/AA-size batteries.
Inserting the Batteries B Removing the Batteries Confirm the power-on lamp and the monitor are off and open the battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover. B Additional Precautions Regarding Batteries Batteries with peeling B Batteries with insulation that does not cover the area around the negative terminal. First Steps • Read and follow the warnings and cautions (A iii, 118).
Setting Display Language, Date and Time A language-selection and date setting screen for the internal clock is displayed the first time the camera is turned on. 1 Press the power switch to turn on the camera. The power-on lamp (green) will light for a moment and the monitor will turn on. First Steps Remove the lens cap. 2 Use the multi selector to choose the desired language and press k. For information on using the multi selector, see “The Multi Selector” (A 11). 3 Choose Yes and press k.
Setting Display Language, Date and Time 5 Change the date and time. • Press H or I to edit the highlighted item. • Press K to move the cursor in the following order. D -> M -> Y -> Hour -> Minute -> D M Y • Press J to return to the previous item. Date D M Y 01 01 2 009 00 00 6 Choose the order in which the day, month and year are displayed and press k or K. • The settings are applied.
Inserting Memory Cards First Steps Pictures are stored in the camera’s internal memory (approximately 44 MB) or on removable Secure Digital (SD) memory cards (available separately) (A 115). If a memory card is inserted in the camera, pictures are automatically stored on the memory card and pictures recorded to the memory card can be played back, deleted or transferred. Remove the memory card to store pictures in the internal memory, or play back, delete or transfer pictures from the internal memory.
Inserting Memory Cards Removing Memory Cards B 1 2 Formatting Memory Cards First Steps Before removing memory cards, turn the camera off and confirm that the power-on lamp and the monitor are off. Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover and press the card in 1 to partially eject the card. Remove the card 2, being careful not to bend it. If the message at right is displayed, the memory card must be Card is not formatted. Format card? formatted before use (A 106).
Basic Photography and Playback: Easy Auto Mode Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select G (Easy Auto) Mode In G (easy auto) mode, the camera automatically determines an appropriate shooting mode when you frame a picture, allowing you to easily take pictures using a shooting mode that suits the scene. 1 Remove the lens cap and press the power switch to turn on the camera. The power-on lamp (green) will light for a moment and the monitor will turn on. The lens will extend at this time.
Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select G (Easy Auto) Mode Indicators Displayed in G (Easy auto) Mode Shooting mode In easy auto mode, U, e, f, g, h, i, or j is displayed to indicate the shooting mode selected by the camera for the current subject and framing. Motion detection icon Reduce the blurring caused by subject movement or camera shake. 18 10 Internal memory indicator Pictures will be recorded to internal memory (approximately 44 MB).
Step 2 Frame a Picture 1 Ready the camera. Hold the camera steadily in both hands, keeping your fingers and other objects away from the lens, flash, AFassist illuminator and microphone. Basic Photography and Playback: Easy Auto Mode 22 2 Frame the picture. B Easy auto mode Shooting mode icon • When the camera determines the scene mode, the shooting mode icon will change (A 28). • When the camera recognizes a human face (front view), that face will be framed by a yellow double border.
Step 2 Frame a Picture Using the Zoom Use the zoom control to activate optical zoom. Rotate the zoom control toward g to zoom in, increasing the size of the subject. Rotate the zoom control toward f to zoom out, increasing the area visible in the frame. A zoom indicator is displayed on the top of the monitor when the zoom control is rotated.
Step 3 Focus and Shoot 1 Press the shutter-release button halfway. • Press halfway (A 13) to focus. When the subject is in focus, the focus area will glow green. When people's faces (front view) are recognized: Basic Photography and Playback: Easy Auto Mode 1/125 F3.5 When shooting nonhuman subjects or when no faces are recognized: 1/125 F3.5 Shutter Aperture Speed • When using the digital zoom, the camera focuses on the center of the frame, but the focus area is not displayed.
Step 3 Focus and Shoot B During Recording While pictures are being recorded, the number of exposures remaining display will blink. Do not open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. Removing the memory card or the battery during recording may result in loss of data or in damage to the recorded data, camera or card. B Autofocus C Notes about Face Priority See “Notes about Face Priority” (A 28) for more information.
Step 4 Viewing and Deleting Pictures Viewing Pictures (Playback Mode) Press c (playback). A (shooting mode) The last picture taken will be displayed in full-frame playback mode. c (playback) Use the multi selector H, I, J or K to view additional pictures. Hold down the multi selector H, I, J or K to fast forward pictures. Basic Photography and Playback: Easy Auto Mode Pictures may be displayed briefly at low resolution while being read from the memory card or internal memory.
Step 4 Viewing and Deleting Pictures C Playback Mode The following options are available in full-frame playback mode. Option Playback zoom Use g (i) A Description The picture can be enlarged up to about 10×. Press k to return to fullframe playback. 56 f (h) Display 9, 16, or 25 picture thumbnails, or the calendar. 54 Switch to shooting mode A Press A to return to the last shooting mode selected.
Easy auto mode Automatic Scene Selection Basic Photography and Playback: Easy Auto Mode The camera automatically selects one of the following scenes when you point the camera at a subject.
Auto Mode Shooting in the Auto Mode In the A (auto) mode, you can set image mode, white balance, continuous shooting, color options and distortion control in the shooting menu, and take pictures. 1 Press A to display the shootingmode selection menu. • The shooting-mode selection menu will be displayed. 2 Press the multi selector H or I to choose A and press k. Auto Mode • The camera enters A (auto) mode. • Press d to select an option from the shooting menu (A 77).
Using the Flash In dark locations or when the subject is backlit, you can shoot pictures with flash by raising the built-in flash. When the built-in flash is lowered, the flash is W (off). When the built-in flash is raised, you can set the flash mode according to your shooting environment. • In the G (easy auto) mode (A 20), the flash mode cannot be changed manually. The camera automatically sets the flash mode according to the determined scene mode.
Using the Flash B Lowering the Built-in Flash When not using the flash, lower the built-in flash (A 6). B Shooting When Lighting Is Poor and the Flash Is Disabled (W) • Use of a tripod is recommended to stabilize the camera during shooting and avoid the effects of camera shake. Set Vibration reduction (A 102) to Off when using a tripod. • The E is displayed when the camera automatically increases sensitivity to minimize blur caused by slow shutter speed.
Using the Flash C Auto Mode 32 Red-eye Reduction This camera is equipped with an advanced red-eye reduction system. Pre-flashes are fired several times at low intensity before the main flash, to reduce “red-eye.” If the camera detects “red-eye” after a picture is taken, Nikon’s own In-Camera Red Eye Fix processes the image as it is recorded. Therefore, there is a slight delay before the shutter-release button operates normally to take another picture.
Taking Pictures with the Self-timer When using the self-timer, pictures are taken 10 seconds after the shutter-release button is pressed. When using the self-timer, use of a tripod is recommended. 1 Press n (self-timer). The self-timer menu is displayed. 2 Use the multi selector to choose ON and press k. The self-timer icon (n 10) is displayed. Self-timer 3 Frame the picture and press the shutter-release button halfway.
Macro Mode Macro mode is used for taking pictures of objects as close as 1 cm (0.4 in.). Note that the flash may be unable to light entire subject at distances of less than 50 cm (1 ft. 8 in.). Macro mode cannot be used with easy auto mode (A 20). 1 Press p (macro mode). • The macro menu is displayed. 2 Auto Mode Use the multi selector to choose ON and press k. The macro mode icon (F) is displayed. If a setting is not applied by pressing k within a few seconds, the selection will be cancelled.
Exposure Compensation Exposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera to make pictures brighter or darker. 1 Press o (exposure compensation). • The exposure compensation guide is displayed. 2 Use the multi selector to adjust exposure and press k. 3 Auto Mode • When the picture is too dark: adjust the exposure compensation to “+” side. • When the picture is too bright: adjust the exposure compensation to “-” side.
Shooting Suited for the Scene Using the Scene Mode Camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected subject type. The following scene modes are available.
Using the Scene Mode Features b Portrait Use this mode for portraits in which the main subject stands out clearly. Portrait subjects exhibit smooth, natural-looking skin tones. • If the camera recognizes a person’s face (front view), the camera will focus on that person (face priority: A 24). • If the camera detects a smiling face of the subject, the smile indicator increases or decreases. • If more than one face is recognized, the camera focuses on the face closest to the center of the monitor.
Using the Scene Mode O e Night portrait Use this mode to achieve a natural balance between the main subject and background lighting in portraits taken at night. • If the camera recognizes a person’s face (front view), the camera will focus on that person (face priority: A 24). • If more than one face is recognized, the camera focuses on the face closest to the camera. • If no faces are recognized, focus will be on the center of the screen. • Shoot pictures with the built-in flash raised.
Using the Scene Mode g Beach/snow Captures the brightness of such subjects as snowfields, beaches, or sunlit expanses of water. • Camera focuses on subject in center of frame. m U* n Off* p Off o 0.0* o 0.0* o 0.0* * Other settings can be selected. O h Sunset Preserves the deep hues seen in sunsets and sunrises. • Camera focuses on subject in center of frame. W* n Off* p Off O i Dusk/dawn Preserves the colors seen in the weak natural light before sunrise or after sunset.
Using the Scene Mode O j Night landscape Slow shutter speeds are used to produce stunning night landscapes. • Camera focuses at infinity. The focus area or focus indicator (A 8) always glows green when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. Note, however, that objects in the foreground may not always be in focus. • The AF-assist illumination turns off automatically regardless of the setting of the AF-assist illumination (A 104). W m n Off* p Off o 0.0* o 0.
Using the Scene Mode u Food Use when shooting foods. See “Taking Pictures for Food Mode” (A 44) for details. • Camera focuses on subject in center of frame. m W n Off* p On o 0.0* o 0.0* * Other settings can be selected. l Museum m W n * Other settings can be selected. Off* p Off* Shooting Suited for the Scene Use indoors where flash photography is prohibited (for example, in museums and art galleries) or in other settings in which you do not want to use the flash.
Using the Scene Mode n Copy Provides clear pictures of text or drawings on a white board or in print. • Camera focuses on subject in center of frame. • Use macro mode (A 34) to focus at short ranges. • Colored text and drawings may not show up well. m W* n Off* p Off* o 0.0* o 0.0* * Other settings can be selected. o Backlight Shooting Suited for the Scene 42 Use when light is coming from behind your subject, throwing features or details into shadow.
Using the Scene Mode p Panorama assist Use when taking a series of pictures that will later be joined to form a single panorama using the supplied Panorama Maker software. See Taking Pictures for a Panorama (A 46) for details. m W* n Off* p Off* o 0.0* * Other settings can be selected.
Using the Scene Mode Taking Pictures for Food Mode Use when shooting foods. 1 Display the shooting-mode selection menu and choose u Food (A 36). • The macro mode (A 34) will turn ON and the zoom will automatically move to the closest possible shooting position. Food 2 Use the multi selector H or I to choose white balance. • Press H to increase the amount of red, or I to increase the amount of blue. Shooting Suited for the Scene 44 18 10 3 Frame the picture.
Using the Scene Mode 4 Press the shutter-release button to shoot. • Pressing the shutter-release button halfway locks the focus, and pressing the shutterrelease button the rest of the way down takes the picture. 1/125 F3.5 • When the camera is unable to focus, the focus area will blink. Change the composition and try pressing the shutter-release button halfway again. Shooting Suited for the Scene B Notes when using the food mode The flash is disabled. The macro mode (A 34) will be locked to ON.
Using the Scene Mode Taking Pictures for a Panorama The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame. Use a tripod for best results. Set Vibration reduction (A 102) to Off when using a tripod. 1 Display the shooting-mode selection menu and choose p Panorama assist (A 36). The panorama direction icon (I) is displayed to show the direction in which pictures will be joined. Panorama assist 2 Use the multi selector to choose the direction and press k.
Using the Scene Mode 5 Press k when shooting is completed. • The camera returns to step 2. End Panorama Assist Apply flash mode, self-timer, macro mode and exposure compensation settings before taking the first picture. These settings cannot be changed after the first picture is taken. Image mode (A 79) settings, zoom operation, and image deletion are not possible. The panorama series is terminated if the camera enters standby mode with the auto off function (A 105) during shooting.
Shooting continuously at high speed (Sport Continuous) Shooting in the Sport Continuous Mode Sport continuous mode allows rapid, continuous shooting while you press and hold the shutter-release button fully. With continuous shooting, instantaneous movements in moving subjects can be captured clearly. • The shutter speed is set automatically within the range of 1/4000 s to 1/15 s. • ISO sensitivity is set high. • Image mode (A 79) can be set to M Normal (2048) or smaller.
Shooting in the Sport Continuous Mode Sport Continuous Menu The following items can be set in the sport continuous menu. In sport continuous mode, press d to display the sport continuous menu, then use the multiselector to modify and apply settings. Sport continuous Select the type of sport continuous mode (maximum continuous shooting speed and maximum number of frames to be shot). • k Continuous H (default setting): Approx. 13 frames per second (30 frames max.) • l Continuous M: Approx. 6.
High Sensitivity Mode Shooting in the High Sensitivity Mode In high sensitivity mode, ISO sensitivity is set high to reduce blurring caused by camera shake or subject movement even when shooting under low lighting or with zoom applied. This allows you to capture the atmosphere of the scene without flash, or extend the effective range of the flash compared to other shooting modes (A 31). • Image mode can be set to M Normal (2048) or smaller.
Shooting in the High Sensitivity Mode B Notes on High Sensitivity Mode • This mode reduces effects of camera shake even for shooting under low lighting; however, when shooting without the flash, use of a tripod is recommended. Set Vibration reduction (A 102) to Off when using a tripod. • As the ISO sensitivity is automatically set to a high setting, the captured pictures may appear rough as a result.
Capturing Smiling Faces Automatically Using the Smile Mode The camera detects a smiling face to shoot the face automatically. 1 Capturing Smiling Faces Automatically 2 Press A in shooting mode to enter the shooting-mode selection menu, use the multi selector H or I to select the third icon from the top, and then press K. Sport continuous Press the multi selector J or K to choose a and press k. The camera enters smile mode. Smile 3 Frame the picture. • Raise the built-in flash when using the flash.
Using the Smile Mode 5 Exit smile mode by pressing A. Change to another shooting mode. Face Priority and Smiling Face Detection features When the camera is pointed at a person’s face (front view) in the smile mode, the face is automatically recognized and the smiling face of the recognized person is detected. • In some shooting conditions, face recognition does not work and faces cannot be detected. • See “Face Priority” (A 24) for more information about Face Priority.
More on Playback Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback Rotate the zoom control to f (h) in full-frame playback mode (A 26) to display pictures in “contact sheets” of thumbnail images. The following operations can be performed while thumbnails are displayed. 9 Description A Choose pictures Press the multi selector H, I, J or K.
Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback Calendar Display When displaying 25 thumbnail frames in playback mode (A 54), switch to calendar display by rotating the zoom control to f (h). You can select images to view based on the day they were taken. Days containing pictures have a yellow line under them. To Use Choose date 6 Description A Press the multi selector H, I, J or K. 11 Switch to full-frame playback k The first picture for that date will be displayed full-frame.
Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom Rotating the zoom control to g (i) during full-frame playback mode (A 26) zooms the current picture, with the center of the picture displayed in the monitor. • The guide displayed in the right bottom in the monitor will show which part of the image is currently displayed. The following operations can be performed while pictures are zoomed in.
Editing Pictures Use the camera to edit pictures in-camera and store them as separate files (A 116). The editing features described below are available. Editing function Description D-Lighting (A 58) Create a copy of the current picture with enhanced brightness and contrast, brightening dark portions of the picture. Crop (A 59) Enlarge the image or refine the composition and create a copy containing only the portion visible in the monitor.
Editing Pictures Enhancing Brightness and Contrast: D-Lighting D-Lighting can be used to create copies with enhanced brightness and contrast, brightening dark portions of a picture. Enhanced copies are stored as separate files. 1 Select the desired picture from full-frame (A 26) or thumbnail (A 54) playback mode and press d. The playback menu will be shown. 2 Use the multi selector to choose I D-Lighting and press k.
Editing Pictures Creating a Cropped Copy: Crop This function is only available when u is displayed in the monitor with playback zoom (A 56) enabled. Cropped copies are stored as separate files. 1 Rotate the zoom control to g (i) in full-frame playback mode to zoom in on the image. • Cropping can be done by enlarging the portrait image displayed until the right and left black bands on the screen cannot be seen, but the cropped image is displayed in the landscape position.
Editing Pictures Resizing Pictures: Small Picture Create a small copy of the current picture. Small copies are stored as JPEG files with a compression ratio of 1:16. The following sizes are available. Option Description l 640×480 Suited to television playback. l 320×240 Suited to display on web pages. m 160×120 Suitable for e-mail attachments. 1 Select the desired picture from full-frame (A 26) or thumbnail (A 54) playback mode and press d. The playback menu will be shown.
Movies Recording Movies To shoot movies with sound recorded via the built-in microphone, select shooting mode and follow the steps below. 1 Press A in shooting mode to display the shooting-mode selection menu and use the multi selector H or I to choose D and press k. Movie The maximum length of the movie that can be recorded is displayed in the monitor. When recording movies, electronic vibration reduction is used automatically to reduce the effects of camera shake.
The Movie Menu Movie options setting can be changed from the movie menu. Press d in movie mode to display the movie menu and use the multi selector to modify and apply settings. Selecting Movie Options The movie menu offers the options shown below.
Movie Playback In full-frame playback mode (A 26), movies are recognized by the Movie options icon (A 62). To play a movie, display it in full-frame playback mode and press k. 15/05/2009 15:30 0010.AVI 0010.AVI 13s Use the zoom control g (i)/f (h) during playback to adjust the volume. Playback controls appear at the top of the monitor. Press the multi selector J or K to choose a control, then press k to perform the selected operation. The following operations are available.
Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers Connecting to a TV Connect the camera to a television using the supplied audio video cable (AV cable) to play back pictures on the television. 1 Turn off the camera. 2 Connect the camera to the TV using the supplied audio video cable. Connect the yellow plug to the video-in jack on the TV, and the white plug to the audioin jack. Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers Yellow 3 White Tune the television to the video channel.
Connecting to a Computer Use the supplied USB cable to connect the camera to a computer, and copy (transfer) pictures to a computer with the supplied Nikon Transfer software. Before Connecting the Camera Install the Software Before connecting the camera to a computer, software, including Nikon Transfer, and Panorama Maker for creating panorama images must be installed from the supplied Software Suite CD. For more information on installing the software, refer to the Quick Start Guide.
Connecting to a Computer Transferring Pictures from a Camera to a Computer Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers 1 2 3 Start the computer to which Nikon Transfer was installed. 4 Turn on the camera. Connect the camera to the computer using the supplied USB cable. The power-on lamp will light. Windows Vista When the AutoPlay dialog is displayed, select Copy pictures to a folder on my computer using Nikon Transfer. Nikon Transfer will start.
Connecting to a Computer 5 Transfer pictures when Nikon Transfer has finished loading. • Click Start Transfer in Nikon Transfer. At the default setting, all pictures are transferred to the computer. Start Transfer button When ViewNX is installed, ViewNX automatically starts to check the transferred pictures. For more information on using Nikon Transfer or ViewNX, refer to the help information included with the respective software. 6 Disconnect the camera when transfer is complete.
Connecting to a Computer D Using a Card Reader The pictures stored on the memory card inserted into a card reader or similar device can also be transferred to the computer using Nikon Transfer. • If the memory card has a capacity greater than 2 GB, or is SDHC-compliant, the intended device must support these features of the memory card. • At the Nikon Transfer default settings, Nikon Transfer will start automatically when a memory card is inserted into the card reader or similar device.
Connecting to a Printer Users of PictBridge-compatible (A 131) printers can connect the camera directly to the printer and print pictures without using a computer.
Connecting to a Printer Connecting the Camera and Printer 1 Turn off the camera. 2 Turn on the printer. Check printer settings. Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers 3 Connect the camera to the printer using the supplied USB cable. 4 Turn on the camera. • When connected correctly, the PictBridge startup screen 1 will be displayed in the camera monitor. Then the Print selection screen will be displayed 2. 1 2 Print selection 15/05 2009 NO.
Connecting to a Printer Printing Pictures One at a Time After connecting the camera to the printer correctly (A 70), print pictures by following the procedure below. 1 Use the multi selector to choose the desired picture and press k. Print selection 15/05 2009 • Rotate the zoom control to f (h) to display 12 thumbnails, and g (i) to switch back to full-frame playback. 2 Choose Copies and press k. NO.12 [ 12 ] PictBridge Exit 3 Choose the number of copies (up to nine) and press k.
Connecting to a Printer 6 Choose Start print and press k. PictBridge Start print Copies Paper size Exit 7 Printing starts. Monitor display returns to that shown in step 1 when printing is complete. Printing 002/004 To cancel before all copies have been printed, press k.
Connecting to a Printer 4 Choose Print selection, Print all images or DPOF printing and press k. Print menu Print selection Print all images DPOF printing Paper size Exit Print selection Print selection 10 Back Press k when setting is complete. The menu shown at right will be displayed. To print, choose Start print and press k. Choose Cancel and press k to return to the print menu.
Connecting to a Printer DPOF printing Print pictures for which a print order was created in Print set (A 75). • The menu shown at right will be displayed. • To print, choose Start print and press k. • Choose Cancel and press k to return to the print menu. • To view the current print order, choose View images and press k. To print pictures, press k again.
Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set The print set option in the playback menu is used to create digital “print orders” for printing on DPOF-compatible devices (A 131). When the camera is connected to a PictBridge-compatible printer, pictures can be printed from the printer according to the DPOF print order you have created for pictures on the memory card.
Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set 5 Choose whether or not to also print shooting date and photo information. Print set Done Choose Date and press k to print date of recording on all pictures in the print order. Choose Info and press k to print photo information (shutter speed and aperture) on all pictures in the print order. Choose Done and press k to complete the print order and exit. Pictures selected for printing are indicated by the w icon displayed during playback.
Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu The shooting menu in A (auto) mode (A 29) and the high sensitivity menu in B (high sensitivity) mode (A 50) contain the following options. A Image mode* A 79 Choose image size and quality (compression). B White balance A 81 Match white balance to the light source. C Continuous A 83 Change settings to Continuous or BSS (best shot selector). F Color options A 84 Make colors more vivid or record pictures in monochrome.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu Displaying the Shooting Menu Press A in shooting mode to display the shooting-mode selection menu and set the shooting mode to A (auto) mode (A 29) or B (high sensitivity) mode (A 50). Press d to display the shooting menu. Shooting menu Image mode White balance Continuous Color options Distortion control 18 • Use the multi selector to choose and apply settings (A 11). • To exit the shooting menu, press d.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu A Image Mode Set to A (auto) / B (high sensitivity) M d (Shooting menu) M A Image mode Pictures taken with a digital camera are recorded as image files. The size of the files, and with it the number of images that can be recorded, depends on the size and quality (compression) of the images. Before shooting, choose an image mode according to how you plan to use the picture.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu C Number of Exposures Remaining The following table lists the approximate number of pictures that can be stored in internal memory and on a 512 MB memory card. Note that the number of pictures that can be stored will differ depending on the composition of the picture (due to JPEG compression). In addition, this number may differ depending on the make of memory card, even if the capacity for the memory card is the same.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu B White Balance Set to A (auto) / B (high sensitivity) M d (Shooting menu) M B White balance The color of light reflected from an object varies with the color of the light source. The human brain is able to adapt to changes in the color of the light source, with the result that white objects appear white whether seen in the shade, direct sunlight, or under incandescent lighting.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu Preset Manual Preset manual is used with mixed lighting or to compensate for light sources with a strong color cast (for example, to make pictures taken under a lamp with a red shade look as though they had been taken under white light). 1 Place a white or gray reference object under the lighting that will be used during shooting. 2 Use the multi selector to choose b Preset manual in the White balance menu, and press k. White balance The camera zooms in.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu C Continuous Set to A (auto) / B (high sensitivity) M d (Shooting menu) M C Continuous Change settings to Continuous or BSS (best shot selector). Flash will be switched off for Continuous, BSS or Multi-shot 16, and focus, exposure and white balance are fixed at the values for the first picture in each series. U Single (default setting) One shot is taken each time shutter-release button is pressed.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu F Color Options Set to A (auto) / B (high sensitivity) M d (Shooting menu) M F Color options Make colors more vivid or record pictures in monochrome. n Standard color (default setting) Use for pictures exhibiting natural color. o Vivid color Use to achieve a vivid, “photoprint” effect. p Black-and-white Record pictures in black-and-white. q Sepia Record pictures in sepia tones. r Cyanotype Record pictures in cyan-blue monochrome.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu Q Distortion Control Set to A (auto) / B (high sensitivity) M d (Shooting menu) M Q Distortion control Specify whether or not the distortion is corrected. Enabling distortion control reduces the size of the frame. On Distortion at frame peripheries is corrected. Off (default setting) No distortion correction performed. At settings other than Off, the icon for the current setting is displayed in the monitor (A 8).
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu Camera Settings that Cannot Be Set at the Same Time Restrictions apply to the following settings in A (auto) mode and B (high sensitivity) mode. Flash mode Setting Continuous to Continuous, BSS or Multi-shot 16 fixes flash to W (off). Applied setting is restored when Single is selected. Self-timer If self-timer is on, only one shot will be taken when shutter is released, regardless of settings chosen for Continuous.
Playback Options: The Playback Menu The playback menu contains the following options. I A 58 D-Lighting Enhances brightness and contrast in dark portions of pictures. a A 75 Print set Select pictures to print and the number of copies for each. b A 89 Slide show View pictures stored in the internal memory or on a memory card in an automatic slide show. c A 90 Delete Delete selected pictures or all pictures. g A 60 Small picture Create a small copy of the current picture.
Playback Options: The Playback Menu Selecting Multiple Pictures The screen shown at right will be displayed in the Erase selected images menus (shown below) when choosing pictures. Playback menu: Print set: Select images (A 75) Delete: Erase selected images (A 90) Back Setup menu: Welcome screen (A 95) Protect (A 111) Rotate image (A 112) Copy: Selected images (A 113) Follow the procedure described below to choose the pictures. 1 Press the multi selector J or K to choose the desired picture.
Playback Options: The Playback Menu b Slide Show Press the c button (Playback mode) M d (Playback menu) M b Slide show Play back pictures, stored in the internal memory or on a memory card, one by one in an automated “slide show”. 1 Use the multi selector to choose Start and press k. To repeat the slide show automatically, enable Loop and press k before choosing Start. The check mark (w) will be added to the loop option when enabled. Slide show Pause Start Loop Exit 2 The slide show begins.
Playback Options: The Playback Menu c Delete Press the c button (Playback mode) M d (Playback menu) M c Delete Delete selected pictures or all pictures. Erase selected images Delete selected pictures (A 88). Erase all images Delete all pictures. Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus B 90 Notes on Deletion • Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. Transfer important images to a computer before deletion. • Pictures marked with the s icon are protected and cannot be deleted (A 111).
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu The setup menu contains the following options. a Menus A 94 Choose how menus are displayed. c Welcome screen A 95 Select screen displayed when camera is turned on. d Date A 96 Set camera clock and choose home and destination time zones. e Monitor settings A 99 Adjust photo info, image review, and brightness settings. f Date imprint A 101 Imprint date on pictures.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu s A 111 Battery type Select the type of batteries used. d A 111 Protect Protect selected pictures from accidental deletion. f A 112 Rotate image Change the orientation of a picture. h A 113 Copy Copy files between memory card and internal memory. r A 114 Firmware version Display camera firmware version. Displaying the Setup Menu Display the menu screen and select z (Setup). 1 Press d to display the menu screen.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu 3 Press H or I to select the z tab. Set up Menus Welcome screen Date Monitor settings Date imprint Exit 4 Press K or k. • You can now select an item from the setup menu. • Use the multi selector to choose and apply settings (A 11). • To exit the setup menu, press the d or press J and select another tab.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu a Menus Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A 92) M a Menus Choose the initial menus displayed. Text (default setting) Menus are displayed in list format. Set up Menus Welcome screen Date Monitor settings Date imprint Exit Icons All menu items can be displayed in a single page.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu c Welcome Screen Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A 92) M c Welcome screen You can select the welcome screen to be displayed when the camera is turned on. None (default setting) No welcome screen will be displayed. COOLPIX Displays a welcome screen. Select an image Select a picture in the internal memory or on the memory card for the welcome screen. Choose a picture in the Select image screen and press k.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu d Date Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A 92) M d Date Set the camera clock. When traveling, you can also set the time zone of the travel destination. Date Set camera clock to current date and time. The operation of each option displayed is as follows. • JK: Move through the items (day, month, year, hour, minute and the order of the date). • HI: Adjusts the content of the selected item. • k: Activates the setting.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu 3 Press K. The new city time zone menu is displayed. Time zone 15/05/2009 15:30 London, Casablanca Home time zone Travel destination Exit 4 Press J or K to choose the travel destination time zone (city name). To use the camera in an area where daylight saving time is in effect, press H to display the W mark on the top of the monitor and set the daylight saving time. When the daylight saving time goes into effect, the time is automatically advanced one hour.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu D Time Zones (A 16) The camera supports the time zones listed below. For time differences not listed below, set the camera clock to local time.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu e Monitor Settings Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A 92) M e Monitor settings The following settings are available. Photo info Choose information displayed in monitor during shooting and playback mode. (A 100) Image review • On (default setting): Pictures are automatically displayed briefly immediately after shooting. • Off: Pictures are not displayed after shooting. Brightness Choose from five settings for monitor brightness. The default setting is 3.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu Photo Info The following display options are available. See “The Monitor” (A 8, 9) for information on indicators in the monitor. Shooting mode Playback mode 15/05/2009 15:30 0004.JPG Show info 4 18 4 Auto info After the same information as in Show info above is displayed for a few (default setting) seconds, display will be the same as Hide info. Hide info 15/05/2009 15:30 0004.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu f Date Imprint Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A 92) M f Date imprint Date and time are imprinted on pictures. Date can be printed from printers that do not support the date imprinting (A 76). Off (default setting) Date and time are not imprinted on pictures. Date Date is imprinted on the bottom right corner of pictures taken while this option is in effect.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu g Vibration reduction Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A 92) M g Vibration reduction Specify the vibration reduction setting for shooting still pictures. Vibration reduction effectively corrects blur that commonly occurs when shooting with zooming or at slow shutter speeds. Turn vibration reduction off when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting. On (default setting) Vibration reduction is enabled. Off Vibration reduction is not enabled.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu U Motion Detection Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A 92) M U Motion detection Set whether or not the camera automatically increases the shutter speed to reduce blurring when motion is detected while shooting still pictures. Auto (default setting) When camera detects the movement of the subject or camera shake, the shutter speed will be increased for reducing the blur. However, motion detection is not active when the flash mode is set to fill flash.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu h AF Assist Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A 92) M h AF assist Change settings for AF-assist illumination. Auto (default setting) AF-assist illumination will be used to assist the focus operation when the subject is poorly lit. The illuminator has a range of about 3.5 m (11 ft. 5 in.) at the maximum wide-angle position and 2.5 m (8 ft.) at the maximum telescopic position.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu k Auto Off Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A 92) M k Auto off When the camera is on and a period of time passes without any operations, the camera will enter the standby mode (A 15) to save power. Once in standby mode, the power lamp will blink, and if no operations are performed for three minutes the camera turns off. Use this option to set time before camera enters standby mode.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu l Format Memory/m Format Card Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A 92) M l Format memory/m Format card Use this option to format the internal memory or a memory card. Formatting internal memory To format the internal memory, remove the memory card from the camera. The Format memory option appears in the setup menu. Formatting a Memory Card When the memory card is inserted in the camera, the Format card option appears in the setup menu.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu n Language Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A 92) M n Language Choose one of 24 languages for display of camera menus and messages.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu d Blink Warning Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A 92) M d Blink warning Set whether or not to detect human subjects with eyes closed when shooting pictures in the face priority (A 24). On (default setting) When the camera detects that one or more human subjects have closed their eyes shortly after recognizing the faces and shooting them, the Did someone blink? screen will appear on the monitor.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu p Reset All Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A 92) M p Reset all When Reset is selected, the camera’s settings will be restored to their default values. Pop-up Menu Option Flash mode (A 30) Default value Auto Self-timer (A 33) Off Macro mode (A 34) Off Exposure compensation (A 35) 0.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu Setup Menu Option Menus (A 94) Default value Text Welcome screen (A 95) Photo info (A 99) Disable welcome Auto info Image review (A 99) Brightness (A 99) On 3 Date imprint (A 101) Vibration reduction (A 102) Off On Motion detection (A 103) Auto AF assist (A 104) Auto Button sound (A 104) On Shutter sound (A 104) On Auto off (A 105) 30 s Sleep mode (A 105) On Blink warning (A 108) On Others Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus 110 Option Paper size (A
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu s Battery Type Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A 92) M s Battery type To ensure that the camera shows the correct battery level (A 20), choose the type that matches the batteries currently in use. Alkaline (default setting) LR6/L40 (AA-size) alkaline batteries Lithium FR6/L91 (AA-size) lithium batteries d Protect Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A 92) M d Protect Protect selected pictures from accidental deletion.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu f Rotate Image Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A 92) M f Rotate image Set the picture orientation (vertical or horizontal frame) displayed on the camera monitor after the pictures are taken. Pictures can be rotated 90° clockwise or counterclockwise. Pictures that were recorded in the portrait (vertical) orientation can be rotated up to 180° in either direction. When the image is selected in the picture selection screen (A 88), the Rotate image screen appears.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu h Copy Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A 92) M h Copy Copy pictures between the internal memory and a memory card. 1 Select an option from the copy screen using the multi selector and press k. Copy q: Copy pictures from internal memory to memory card. r: Copy pictures from memory card to internal memory. 2 Choose the copy option and press k. Selected images: Copy pictures selected from the picture selection screen (A 88).
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu r Firmware Version Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A 92) M r Firmware version View the current camera firmware version. COOLPIX L100 Ver. X.
Technical Notes Optional Accessories AC adapter AC Adapter EH-67 USB Cable USB Cable UC-E6 AV Cable Audio Video Cable EG-CP14 Lens Cap Lens Cap LC-CP20 Approved Memory Cards The following Secure Digital (SD) memory cards have been tested and approved for use in this camera. All cards of the designated make and capacity can be used, regardless of speed.
Image File and Folder Names Pictures and movies are assigned file names as follows. D SC N 00 0 1 . J P G Identifier (not shown on camera monitor) Extension (signifies the file type) Original still pictures, movies DSCN Still pictures .JPG Cropped copies RSCN Movies .
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, monitor, memory card slot or battery chamber. These parts are easily damaged.
Caring for the Camera C The Battery • Check the battery level when taking the camera out, and replace the batteries if necessary (A 20). If possible, carry spare batteries when taking pictures on important occasions. • Battery capacity tends to decrease on cold days. Be sure that the batteries are fresh before heading outside to take pictures in cold weather. Keep spare batteries in a warm place and exchange as necessary. Once warmed, a cold battery may recover some of its charge.
Caring for the Camera Storage Turn the camera off when not in use. Check that the power-on lamp is off before putting the camera away. Remove the battery if the camera will not be used for an extended period.
Error Messages The following table lists the error messages and other warnings displayed in the monitor, as well as the solutions for dealing with them. Display O(blinks) Problem Solution A Clock not set. Set clock. Battery running low. Prepare to replace batteries. 14, 111 Battery exhausted. Replace batteries. Camera cannot focus. • Refocus. • Use focus lock. P Please wait for the camera to finish recording. Camera cannot perform other operations until recording is complete.
Error Messages Solution A Error occurred while recording picture. Format internal memory or memory card. 106 Camera has run out of file numbers. • Insert new memory card. • Format internal memory or memory card. 18 106 Picture cannot be used for welcome screen. Choose picture 640 × 480 pixels or larger, or picture taken at an image mode setting other than 16:9. There is not enough memory to copy the picture. Delete pictures from destination.
Error Messages Solution A Remove the lens cap if still attached, and turn camera off and then on again. If error persists, contact retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. 20 Turn camera off, reconnect USB cable. 70 Error has occurred in camera’s internal circuitry. Turn camera off, remove and reinsert battery, and turn camera on. If error persists, contact retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. 14, 20 PR Printer error: check printer status.
Troubleshooting If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. Refer to the page numbers in the right-most column for more information. Display, Settings and Power Supply Problem Monitor is blank A 20 20 15, 24 31 66 64 99 118 20 105 118 16 96 99 16, 96 41, 43 83 Technical Notes Cause/Solution • Camera is off. • Battery exhausted.
Troubleshooting Electronically Controlled Cameras In extremely rare instances, unusual characters may appear in the monitor and the camera may stop functioning. In most cases, this phenomenon is caused by a strong external static charge. Turn the camera off, remove and replace the battery, then turn the camera on again. In the event of continued malfunction, contact your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative.
Troubleshooting Problem Digital zoom cannot be used. A 37, 38 52 61 83 83 79 104 83 41 48 61 4 104 37-43 118 81 30 6, 30 22 30 35 50 30, 42 Technical Notes Cause/Solution Digital zoom cannot be used in the following situations. • When Portrait or Night portrait is selected for Scene mode. • When the smile mode is selected. • Just before recording a movie (up to 2× can be applied while recording movies). • When Multi-shot 16 is selected for Continuous. Image mode not available.
Troubleshooting Problem Cause/Solution When taking pictures with V (auto with redeye reduction), or when taking pictures with Night portrait (either in easy auto mode or the Night portrait scene mode) and the fill flash with Unexpected results when flash slow sync and red-eye reduction is used, red-eye set to V (auto with red-eye reduction may be applied, in rare cases, to areas reduction). not affected by red-eye.
Troubleshooting Problem Nikon Transfer does not start when camera is connected. Pictures to be printed are not displayed. Cannot select paper size with camera. Cause/Solution Camera is off. Battery exhausted. USB cable is not correctly connected. Camera is not recognized by the computer. Computer is not set to launch Nikon Transfer automatically. For more information about Nikon Transfer, refer to help information contained in Nikon Transfer. Memory card contains no pictures. Replace memory card.
Specifications Nikon COOLPIX L100 Digital Camera Type Compact digital camera Effective pixels 10.0 million Image sensor 1/2.33-in. CCD; total pixels: 10.70 million Lens 15× optical zoom, NIKKOR lens Focal length 5.0-75.0mm Equivalent with 35mm [135] format picture angle: 28-420mm Aperture f/3.5-5.4 Construction 12 elements in 8 groups Digital zoom Up to 4× Equivalent with 35mm [135] format picture angle: approx.
Specifications Exposure Metering 256-segment matrix, center-weighted (with 2× digital zoom), spot (digital zoom 2× or more) Exposure control Programmed auto exposure with motion detection and exposure compensation (-2.0 to +2.0 EV in steps of 1/3 EV) Range (ISO 100) [W]: 0.6 to 15.9 EV [T]: 1.8 to 17.
Specifications • These performance specifications are applicable when fresh batteries are used at normal temperatures (25°C/77°F). * Based on Camera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA) standards for measuring the life of camera batteries. Measured at 23 (±2) °C (69 to 77°F); zoom adjusted with each shot, flash fired with every other shot, image mode set to [i Normal]. Battery life may vary depending on shooting interval and length of time menus and images are displayed.
Specifications Supported Standards • DCF: Design Rule for Camera File System is a standard widely used in the digital camera industry to ensure compatibility among different makes of camera. • DPOF: Digital Print Order Format is an industry-wide standard that allows pictures to be printed from print orders stored on the memory card. • Exif version 2.2: This camera supports Exif (Exchangeable Image File Format for Digital Still Cameras) version 2.
Index Symbols B k (apply selection) button 5, 11 l (delete) button 27 c (Playback) button 5, 10 A (shooting mode) button 5, 10 A Auto mode 29 l Delete button 5, 26, 63 c D-Lighting 58 G Easy auto mode 28, 20 o Exposure compensation 35 m Flash mode 30 B High sensitivity mode 50 p Macro mode 34 D Movie mode 61 c Playback mode 26 C Scene mode 36 n Self-timer 33 a Smile mode 52 d Sport continuous mode 48 R 47 f button 4, 23, 27, 54, 55, 56 h button 4, 23, 27, 54, 55, 56 g button 4, 13, 23, 27, 54, 55, 56 i bu
Index Distortion control 85 D-Lighting 57, 58 DPOF 131 DPOF printing 74 DSCN 116 Dusk/dawn i 39 Internal memory 18 ISO sensitivity 31, 48, 50 E Landscape c 37 Language 107 Lens 4, 128 Lithium batteries 14 Easy auto mode 20, 28 EH-67 15 Exposure compensation 35 Extension 116 Eyelet for camera strap 4 F File names 116 Fill flash 30 Firmware version 114 Flash 30, 31 Flash lamp 5, 31 Fluorescent 81 Focus 13, 24 Focus lock 25, 29 Folder names 116 Food u 41, 44 Format 19, 106 Format memory card 19, 106 Forma
Index Paper size 71, 72 Party/indoor f 38 Photo info 99 PictBridge 69, 131 Playback 26, 27, 54, 56, 63 Playback button 5, 10 Playback menu 87 Playback zoom 56 Portrait b 37 Power 14, 16, 20 Power switch 4, 14, 20 Power-on lamp 4, 14, 20 Preset manual 82 Print 71, 72, 75 Print set 75 Print Set (Date) 76 Printer 69 Protect 111 R Recording movies 61 Red-eye reduction 30, 32 Replay mode 26, 27 Reset all 109 Rotate image 112 RSCN 116 S Technical Notes 134 Scene mode 36, 37 Self-timer 33 Self-timer lamp 4, 3
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