Nikon COOLPIX P610 User Manual

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Page 1 - Reference Manual

Reference ManualEnDIGITAL CAMERA

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viiiIntroduction• Do not damage, modify, forcibly tug or bend the USB cable, place it under heavy objects, or expose it to heat or flames. Should the

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E16Reference Section1Smile timer can also be selected.2E (manual focus) cannot be selected.3The flash is fixed at W (off) when High ISO monochrome is

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E17Reference SectionC The Flash Mode SettingThe available flash modes differ depending on the shooting mode.1Availability depends on the setting. See

Page 5 - Information and Precautions

E18Reference SectionThe focus area varies depending on the shooting mode.Using Target Finding AFIn A (auto) mode, or when AF area mode (A52) in j, k,

Page 6 - About the Manuals

E19Reference SectionUsing Face DetectionIn the following settings, the camera uses face detection to automatically focus on human faces.• s (night por

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E20Reference SectionUsing Skin SofteningWhen the shutter is released while using one of the shooting modes listed below, the camera detects human face

Page 8 - For Your Safety

E21Reference SectionFocus LockUse focus lock to capture creative compositions even when the focus area is set to the center of the frame.1 Position th

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E22Reference SectionThe control range of the shutter speed differs depending on the zoom position, aperture, or ISO sensitivity setting. Additionally,

Page 10 - Introduction

E23Reference SectionMoving the zoom control toward g (i playback zoom) in full-frame playback mode (A22) zooms in on the image.• You can change the ma

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E24Reference SectionMoving the zoom control toward f (h thumbnail playback) in full-frame playback mode (A22) displays images as thumbnails.• You can

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E25Reference SectionViewing Images in a SequenceImages captured continuously are saved as a sequence.The first image of a sequence is used as the key

Page 13 - Functions (GPS/GLONASS)

ixIntroductionNotices for Customers in the U.S.A.IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS -SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRI

Page 14 - Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN Network)

E26Reference SectionDeleting Images in a SequenceWhen the l (delete) button is pressed for images in a sequence, the images that are deleted vary depe

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E27Reference SectionQuick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and SaturationUse the multi selector HI to select the desired effect level and press the k butto

Page 16 - Table of Contents

E28Reference SectionSkin Softening: Softening Skin Tones1 Use the multi selector HI to select the desired effect level and press the k button.• To exi

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E29Reference SectionFilter Effects: Applying Digital Filter Effects1 Use the multi selector HI to select the desired filter effect and press the k but

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E30Reference Section2 Use HI to select the color to keep and press the k button.3 Preview the result and press the k button.• An edited copy is create

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E31Reference SectionCrop: Creating a Cropped Copy1 Move the zoom control to enlarge the image (E23).2 Adjust the image so that only the portion that y

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E32Reference Section1 Display the shooting screen.• Check the remaining amount of movie recording time.2 Press the b (e movie-record) button to start

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E33Reference SectionArea Captured in Movies• The area that is captured in a movie varies depending on the Movie options or Electronic VR settings in t

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E34Reference SectionNotes About Movie RecordingB Notes About Saving Images or MoviesThe indicator showing the number of exposures remaining or the ind

Page 23 - Parts of the Camera

E35Reference SectionIf the shutter-release button is pressed all the way while recording a movie, one frame is saved as a still image. Movie recording

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xIntroductionNotice for Customers in the State of CaliforniaWARNINGHandling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the

Page 25 - The Monitor

E36Reference SectionTo adjust the volume, move the zoom control while a movie is playing (A1).Rotate the multi selector or the command dial to advance

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E37Reference SectionWhen editing movies, use a sufficiently charged battery to prevent the camera from turning off during editing. When the battery le

Page 27 - 100010001000

E38Reference Section5 Use HI to select m (save) and press the k button.• Follow the instructions on the screen to save the movie.B Notes About Movie E

Page 28 - 1/2501/250

E39Reference SectionSet Time zone and date (E97) correctly before using the location data functions.1 Set Record location data to On.• After the setti

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E40Reference SectionB Notes About Location Data Functions• Before using the location data functions, read “<Important> Notes About Location Data

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E41Reference SectionC Points of Interest (POI) Information• POI information is location name information for landmarks (facilities) and other details.

Page 31 - Preparing for Shooting

E42Reference Section1 Use the multi selector HI to select Log interval, and press the k button.2 Select the intervals of log recording, and press the

Page 32 - B Formatting a Memory Card

E43Reference SectionB Notes About Log Recording• If the date and time are not set, the log cannot be recorded.• Use a fully charged battery to prevent

Page 33 - Charge the Battery

E44Reference SectionEnding Log to Save it on Memory CardsAfter the obtained log is saved to a memory card by using Save log in the location data optio

Page 34 - B Notes About the USB Cable

E45Reference Section1 Press the q (Wi-Fi) button on the camera.• The screen shown on the right is displayed.• If no connection confirmation is receive

Page 35 - B Notes About the Monitor

xiIntroductionbLocation name data of this cameraBefore using the location data functions, make sure to read “USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR LOCATION NAME

Page 36 - 4 Select your home time

E46Reference SectionB Notes About Shooting• When Wi-Fi is connected, Intvl timer shooting in Continuous cannot be used.• Operations cannot be performe

Page 37 - C The Clock Battery

E47Reference SectionYou can preselect images in the camera that you want to transfer to a smart device. Movies cannot be preselected for transfer.1 Se

Page 38 - Operations

E48Reference Section1 Turn off the camera and connect it to the TV.• Make sure that the plugs are properly oriented. Do not insert or remove the plugs

Page 39 - 4 Press the shutter-release

E49Reference SectionUsers of PictBridge-compatible printers can connect the camera directly to the printer and print images without using a computer.C

Page 40 - C When Using a Tripod

E50Reference SectionPrinting Images One at a Time1 Use the multi selector JK to select the desired image and press the k button.• Move the zoom contro

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E51Reference SectionPrinting Multiple Images1 When the Print selection screen is displayed, press the d (menu) button.2 Use the multi selector HI to s

Page 42 - C Digital Zoom

E52Reference SectionPrint selectionSelect images (up to 99) and the number of copies (up to 9) of each.• Use the multi selector JK to select images, a

Page 43 - Recording Movies

E53Reference SectionInstalling ViewNX 2ViewNX 2 is free software that enables you to transfer images and movies to your computer so that you can view,

Page 44 - 1 Press the c (playback)

E54Reference SectionIf a message is displayed prompting you to choose a program, select Nikon Transfer 2.• When using Windows 7If the dialog shown at

Page 45 - 3 Select Yes and press the k

E55Reference Section• See “M (User Settings) Mode” (A34) for information about Save user settings and Reset user settings.Image Quality* The image qua

Page 46 - Changing the Shooting Mode

xiiIntroductionThis product is controlled by the United States Export Administration Regulations, and you are required to obtain permission from the U

Page 47 - Selector (for Shooting)

E56Reference SectionImage Size* The image size can be set in any shooting mode. The setting is also applied to other shooting modes (except shooting m

Page 48 - Shooting Features

E57Reference SectionPicture Control (COOLPIX Picture Control)Change the settings for image recording according to the shooting scene or your preferenc

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E58Reference SectionCustomizing Existing COOLPIX Picture Controls: Quick Adjust and Manual AdjustCOOLPIX Picture Control can be customized using Quick

Page 50 - Shooting)

E59Reference SectionTypes of Quick Adjust and Manual AdjustOption DescriptionQuick adjust 1Adjusts the sharpness, contrast and saturation levels autom

Page 51 - 1/2501/250 F5.6F5.6

E60Reference Section1Quick adjust is not available in Neutral, Monochrome, Custom 1 and Custom 2. The values set manually are disabled if quick adjust

Page 52 - C More Information

E61Reference SectionCustom Picture Control (COOLPIX Custom Picture Control)Customize the settings of COOLPIX Picture Control (E58) and register them i

Page 53 - Exposure

E62Reference SectionWhite Balance (Adjusting Hue)Adjust white balance to suit the light source or weather conditions in order to make the colors in im

Page 54 - Exposure indicator

E63Reference SectionC Color TemperatureColor temperature is an objective measure of colors of light sources which are expressed in the unit of absolut

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E64Reference SectionUsing Preset ManualUse the procedure below to measure the white balance value under the lighting used during shooting.1 Place a wh

Page 56 - M (User Settings) Mode

E65Reference SectionMeteringThe process of measuring the brightness of the subject to determine the exposure is known as “metering.” Use this option t

Page 57 - B The Clock Battery

xiiiIntroductionCOOLPIX P610, which is equipped with a DW092 (FCC ID:EW4DW092/IC ID:4634A-3149EC) Wireless LAN Module, has been tested and found to co

Page 58 - Flash Mode

E66Reference SectionContinuous ShootingRotate the mode dial to j, k, l, m or M M d button M j, k, l, m or M menu icon M Continuous M k buttonOption De

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E67Reference SectionB Notes About Continuous Shooting• Focus, exposure and white balance are fixed at the values determined with the first shot in eac

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E68Reference SectionC Pre-shooting CacheWhen the shutter-release button is pressed halfway or all the way down, images are saved as described below.•

Page 61 - 4 End automatic shooting

E69Reference Section2 Set the desired interval between each shot.• Use JK to select an item, and use HI to set the time.• Press the k button when sett

Page 62 - Focus Mode

E70Reference SectionISO SensitivityA higher ISO sensitivity allows darker subjects to be captured. Additionally, even with subjects of similar brightn

Page 63 - C Focus Mode Setting

E71Reference SectionExposure BracketingThe exposure (brightness) can be changed automatically during continuous shooting. This is effective for shooti

Page 64 - 3 Press the k button

E72Reference SectionAF Area ModeSet how the camera selects the focus area for autofocus.Rotate the mode dial to j, k, l, m or M M d button M j, k, l,

Page 65 - C Peaking

E73Reference SectionB Notes About AF Area Mode• When digital zoom is in effect, the camera focuses on the area in the center of the frame regardless o

Page 66 - Brightness)

E74Reference SectionUsing Subject Tracking1 Register a subject.• Align the subject that you want to track with the border in the center of the monitor

Page 67 - (Function) Button

E75Reference SectionAutofocus ModeSet how the camera focuses when shooting still images.B Notes About Autofocus ModeThis function may not be available

Page 68 - Simultaneously When Shooting

xivTable of ContentsTable of ContentsIntroduction ...

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E76Reference SectionNoise Reduction FilterSet the strength of the noise reduction function that is normally performed when saving images.Active D-Ligh

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E77Reference SectionMultiple ExposureThe camera combines two to three images and saves them as a single image.B Notes About Multiple Exposure• It may

Page 71 - 1 Press the d (menu)

E78Reference Section2 Select On, and then press the k button.3 Press the d (menu) button to display the shooting screen.4 Press the shutter-release bu

Page 72 - 5 Select a setting and

E79Reference SectionZoom MemoryB Notes About Zoom Operation• When more than one focal length has been set, move the zoom control to switch to the foca

Page 73 - The Shooting Menu

E80Reference SectionStartup Zoom PositionSet the zoom position (equivalent to focal length/angle of view in 35mm [135] format) for when the camera is

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E81Reference SectionMovie OptionsSelect the desired movie option to record. Select normal speed movie options to record at normal speed, or HS movie o

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E82Reference SectionHS Movie OptionsRecorded movies are played back in fast or slow motion.See “Playing Back in Slow Motion and Fast Motion” (E83).* T

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E83Reference SectionC Playing Back in Slow Motion and Fast MotionWhen recording at normal speed:When recording at h HS 480/4×, or u HS 480/4×:Movies a

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E84Reference SectionAutofocus ModeSet how the camera focuses when recording movies.B Autofocus Mode• When an HS movie option is selected in Movie opti

Page 78 - 2 Use HI to select ON or OFF

E85Reference SectionElectronic VRSet whether or not to perform electronic VR when recording movies.B Notes About Electronic VRWhen an HS movie option

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xvTable of ContentsShooting Features... 26A (Auto) Mod

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E86Reference SectionZoom MicrophoneB Notes About Zoom MicrophoneWhen an HS movie option is selected in Movie options, the setting is fixed at Off.Fram

Page 81 - Using Location Data Functions

E87Reference SectionSee “Editing Images (Still Images)” (E26) for information about image editing functions.Mark for Wi-Fi UploadSelect still images i

Page 82 - Function

E88Reference SectionSlide ShowPlay back images one by one in an automated “slide show.” When movie files are played back in the slide show, only the f

Page 83 - Printer, or Computer

E89Reference SectionProtectThe camera protects selected images from accidental deletion.Select images to protect or cancel protection from the image s

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E90Reference SectionSequence Display OptionsSelect the method used to display images in the sequence (E25).Settings are applied to all sequences, and

Page 85 - Reference Section

E91Reference SectionConfigure the Wi-Fi (wireless LAN) settings to connect the camera and a smart device.The Wi-Fi Options MenuPress the d button M q

Page 86 - Additional Information

E92Reference SectionOperating the Text Input KeyboardCharacter Input for SSID and Password• Use the multi selector HIJK to select alphanumeric charact

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E93Reference SectionLocation Data OptionsThe Location Data Options MenuPress the d button M z menu icon M Location data options M k buttonOption Descr

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E94Reference SectionUpdating the A-GPS FileDownload the latest A-GPS file from the website below, and use it to update the file.http://nikonimglib.com

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E95Reference SectionPoints of Interest (POI) (Recording and Displaying Location Name Information)Configure the POI (points of interest, location name

Page 90

xviTable of ContentsReference Section ... E1Hints and Notes

Page 91 - B Notes About HDR

E96Reference SectionSet Clock from SatelliteSignals from the positioning satellites are used to set the date and time of the camera’s internal clock.

Page 92 - B Focus Area

E97Reference SectionTime Zone and DateSet the camera clock.Setting the Time Zone1 Use the multi selector HI to select Time zone and press the k button

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E98Reference Section2 Select w Home time zone or x Travel destination and press the k button.• The date and time displayed in the monitor changes depe

Page 94 - Shooting with Easy Panorama

E99Reference SectionSlot Empty Release LockSet whether or not the shutter can be released when no memory card is inserted in the camera.Press the d bu

Page 95 - X Wide (360°) is selected)

E100Reference SectionMonitor SettingsB Notes About View/Hide Framing GridWhen the enlarged center of the image is displayed in E (manual focus), the f

Page 96 - Playback with Easy Panorama

E101Reference SectionEVF Auto Toggle (Automatically Switching the Display to the Viewfinder)Press the d button M z menu icon M EVF auto toggle M k but

Page 97 - Shooting Time-lapse Movies

E102Reference SectionDate StampThe shooting date and time can be stamped on images when shooting. B Notes About Date Stamp• Stamped dates form a perma

Page 98 - Notes About Time-lapse Movie

E103Reference SectionVibration ReductionSelect the vibration reduction setting used when shooting.Select Off when using a tripod to stabilize the came

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E104Reference SectionAF AssistDigital ZoomB Notes About Digital Zoom• Digital zoom cannot be used in the following scene modes.- Scene auto selector,

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E105Reference SectionAssign Side Zoom ControlChoose the function to be performed during shooting when the side zoom control is moved.Sound SettingsPre

Page 101 - C The Flash Mode Setting

xviiTable of ContentsConnecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print)... E49Connecting the Camera to a Pr

Page 102 - Focusing

E106Reference SectionAuto OffSet the amount of time that elapses before the camera enters standby mode (A18).You can select 30 s, 1 min (default setti

Page 103 - B Notes About Face Detection

E107Reference SectionCharge by ComputerB Notes About Charging with a Computer• When connected to a computer, the camera turns on and starts charging.

Page 104 - B Notes About Skin Softening

E108Reference SectionToggle Av/Tv SelectionSwitch the method for setting the flexible program, shutter speed or aperture value when shooting mode is s

Page 105 - Focus Lock

E109Reference SectionPeakingReset AllWhen Reset is selected, the camera’s settings are restored to their default values.• Some settings, such as Time

Page 106 - (j, k, l, m Modes)

E110Reference SectionRefer to the table below if an error message is displayed.Error MessagesDisplay Cause/Solution ABattery temperature is elevated.

Page 107 - 15/11/2015 15:30

E111Reference SectionCannot reset file numbering.File numbering cannot be reset because the sequential number of a folder has reached the upper limit.

Page 108 - 0112. JPG

E112Reference SectionCannot save to card.A memory card is not inserted.Insert a memory card.10The maximum number of log data events that can be saved

Page 109 - Continuously (Sequence)

E113Reference Section* See the documentation provided with your printer for further guidance and information.Printer error: check printer status.After

Page 110 - Editing Images (Still Images)

E114Reference SectionImages or movies are assigned file names as follows.C Log Data Saved on Memory CardsThe log data is saved in the “NCFL” folder.•

Page 111 - D-Lighting

E115Reference SectionAvailability may vary with country or region.See our website or brochures for the latest information.Optional AccessoriesBattery

Page 113 - M Filter effects M k button

xviiiTable of ContentsThe Wi-Fi Options Menu... E91Operat

Page 114 - 2 Select Yes and press the k

E116Reference SectionFor ShootingPrinciple Functions of the ControlsControl Main Function AMode dialChange the shooting mode. 24Zoom controlMove towar

Page 115 - C Image Size

E117Reference SectionCommand dial• When the shooting mode is j: Set the flexible program.30, 32• When the shooting mode is k or m: Set the shutter spe

Page 116 - 25m 0s25m 0s25m 0s

E118Reference SectionFor Playbackc (playback) buttonPlay back images. 22l (delete) buttonDelete the last image that was saved. 23Control Main Function

Page 117 - Maximum Movie Recording Time

E119Reference Sectionk (apply selection) button• Display individual images of a sequence in full-frame playback mode.56, E25• Scroll an image shot wit

Page 118 - B Notes About Recorded Movies

E120Reference SectionShutter-release buttonReturn to shooting mode. –b (e movie-record) buttonControl Main Function A

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F1Caring for the Product...F2The Camera...

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F2Technical Notes and IndexObserve the precautions described below in addition to the warnings in “For Your Safety” (Avi-viii) when using or storing t

Page 121 - Editing Movies

F3Technical Notes and IndexNotes About the Monitor• Monitors and electronic viewfinders are constructed with extremely high precision; at least 99.99%

Page 122 - 7m42s7m42s7m42s

F4Technical Notes and IndexUsing the Battery When ColdOn cold days, the capacity of batteries tends to decrease. If an exhausted battery is used at a

Page 123 - 2 Check the location data

F5Technical Notes and IndexMemory CardsPrecautions for Use• Use only Secure Digital memory cards. See “Approved Memory Cards” (F20) for recommended me

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xixTable of ContentsTechnical Notes and Index... F1Caring for the Product

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F6Technical Notes and IndexCleaningDo not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals.StorageRemove the battery if the camera will not be used f

Page 126 - Information

F7Technical Notes and IndexIf the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nik

Page 127 - B Notes About Log Recording

F8Technical Notes and IndexThe camera becomes hot.The camera may become hot when used for an extended period of time such as to shoot movies, or when

Page 128 - C Location Data Log

F9Technical Notes and IndexShooting IssuesDate not stamped on images even when Date stamp is enabled.• The current shooting mode does not support Date

Page 129 - Connect to smart device

F10Technical Notes and IndexThe camera cannot focus.• The subject is too close. Try shooting using the Scene auto selector or Close-up scene mode, or

Page 130 - C Security Settings

F11Technical Notes and IndexNo sound when the shutter is released.Off is selected for Shutter sound in Sound settings in the setup menu. No sound is p

Page 131 - 1 Select images to transfer

F12Technical Notes and IndexSaving images takes time.It may take more time to save images in the following situations:• When the noise reduction funct

Page 132 - 3 Press and hold down the c

F13Technical Notes and IndexPlayback IssuesProblem Cause/SolutionAFile cannot be played back.• This camera may not be able to play back images saved w

Page 133 - 1 Turn on the printer

F14Technical Notes and IndexLocation Data FunctionsImages to be printed are not displayed.The memory card contains no images.–Cannot select paper size

Page 134 - Printing Images One at a Time

F15Technical Notes and IndexUnable to update the A-GPS file.• Check the following items.- Whether the memory card is inserted- Whether the A-GPS file

Page 136 - Print selection

F16Technical Notes and IndexNikon COOLPIX P610 Digital CameraSpecificationsType Compact digital cameraNumber of effective pixels16.0 million (Image pr

Page 137 - Computer)

F17Technical Notes and IndexStorageMedia SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cardFile system DCF and Exif 2.3 compliantFile formatsStill images: JPEGMovies: MOV (Vide

Page 138 - 3 Terminate the connection

F18Technical Notes and IndexInterfaceUSB connectorMicro-USB connector (Do not use any USB cable other than the UC-E21.), Hi-Speed USB• Supports Direct

Page 139 - Shooting Options)

F19Technical Notes and Index• Unless otherwise stated, all figures assume a fully-charged battery and an ambient temperature of 23 ±3°C (73.4 ±5.4°F)

Page 140 - B Notes About Image Size

F20Technical Notes and IndexApproved Memory CardsThe following Secure Digital (SD) memory cards have been tested and approved for use in this camera.•

Page 141 - B COOLPIX Picture Control

F21Technical Notes and IndexAVC Patent Portfolio LicenseThis product is licensed under the AVC Patent Portfolio License for the personal and non-comme

Page 142 - Picture Control

F22Technical Notes and IndexThe location name data that is stored in this digital camera (“Data”) is provided for your personal, internal use only and

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F23Technical Notes and IndexDisclaimer of Liability: NIKON AND ITS LICENSORS (INCLUDING THEIR LICENSORS AND SUPPLIERS) SHALL NOT BE LIABLE TO YOU: IN

Page 144 - Notes About Image Sharpening

F24Technical Notes and IndexGovernment End Users. If the Data supplied by HERE is being acquired by or on behalf of the United States government or an

Page 145 - Control)

F25Technical Notes and IndexNotices related to licensed software copyright holders.• Location name data for Japan• Location name data except for Japan

Page 146 - B Notes About White Balance

1Parts of the CameraParts of the CameraThe Camera Body1 4 115 1612101191378143526Flash raised1 Eyelet for camera strap... 92Power

Page 147 - C Color Temperature

F26Technical Notes and IndexItaly: La Banca Dati Italiana è stata prodotta usando quale riferimento anche cartografia numerica ed al tratto prodotta e

Page 148 - 3 Select Measure

F27Technical Notes and IndexUnited States: ©United States Postal Service 2013. Prices are not established, controlled or approved by the United Stat

Page 149 - B Notes About Metering

F28Technical Notes and IndexSymbolsA Auto mode ... 16, 26y Scene mode... 27l Aperture-priority auto mo

Page 150 - Continuous Shooting

F29Technical Notes and IndexBlack and white copy n... 27, E6Brightness ...

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F30Technical Notes and IndexFocus lock... E21Focus mode... 25, 40Food u ...

Page 152 - C Pre-shooting Cache

F31Technical Notes and IndexNNight landscape mode... 27, E3Night portrait mode... 27, E3N-Mark...

Page 153 - Intvl timer shooting

F32Technical Notes and IndexShutter-priority auto mode... 30, 32Shutter-release button...

Page 154 - B Notes About ISO Sensitivity

F33Technical Notes and IndexZoom memory ... 53, E79Zoom microphone... 54, E86

Page 155 - Exposure Bracketing

6MN50111-03FX5C03(11)No reproduction in any form of this manual, in whole or in part (except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews), may

Page 156 - AF Area Mode

2Parts of the Camera* Also referred to as the “multi selector” in this manual.2112 1413 17 1815 163 65 87 1110919 2041 p (snap-back zoom) button...

Page 157 - B Notes About AF Area Mode

3Parts of the CameraThe information that is displayed in the monitor during shooting and playback changes depending on the camera’s settings and state

Page 158 - 1 Register a subject

4Parts of the CameraFor Shooting9999999910 10mm0 0ss+1.0 +1.0+1.0 +1.0F5.6F5.6120 1201/2501/2503200320010 10100010001000mmmmmm145237910111213141520216

Page 159 - B Notes About Autofocus Mode

5Parts of the Camera9999999910 10mm0 0ss+1.0 +1.0+1.0 +1.0F5.6F5.6120 1201/2501/2503200320010 10100010001000mmmmmm1.01.010 102 20.70.70.30.3120 120606

Page 160 - Active D-Lighting

6Parts of the CameraF5.6F5.61/2501/25012 43569999999910 10mm0 0ssF5.6F5.61/2501/250789999999910 10mm0 0ssF5.6F5.69999999910 10mm0 0ssF5.6F5.61/2501/25

Page 161 - Multiple Exposure

7Parts of the CameraFor Playback15/11/201515/11/201515:3015:300112.JPG0112.JPG9999/99999999/99999999/99999999/99999999/99991m 0s1m 0s1m 0sDemo mode20

Page 162 - Multiple exposure mode

iIntroductioniiTable of ContentsxivParts of the Camera1Preparing for Shooting9Basic Shooting and Playback Operations16Shooting Features26Functions Tha

Page 163 - B Notes About Zoom Operation

8Parts of the CameraTone level information displayYou can check for loss of contrast detail in highlights and shadows from the histogram that is displ

Page 164 - M Exposure Preview

9Preparing for ShootingPreparing for ShootingAttach the Lens Cap LC-CP29 to the strap, and then attach the strap to the camera.B Lens Cap• At times wh

Page 165 - The Movie Menu

10Preparing for Shooting• With the battery’s positive and negative terminals oriented correctly, move the orange battery latch (3), and fully insert t

Page 166 - B Notes About HS Movie

11Preparing for Shooting1 With the battery installed, connect the camera to an electrical outlet.If a plug adapter* is included with your camera, secu

Page 167

12Preparing for ShootingB 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 resul

Page 168 - B Autofocus Mode

13Preparing for ShootingChanging the orientation of the monitor is useful when shooting with the camera in a high or a low position, or when taking se

Page 169 - B Notes About Electronic VR

14Preparing for ShootingWhen the camera is turned on for the first time, the language-selection screen and the date and time setting screen for the ca

Page 170 - B Notes About Zoom Microphone

15Preparing for Shooting6 Set the date and time, and press the k button.• Use J K to select a field and then use HI to set the date and time.• Select

Page 171 - The Playback Menu

16Basic Shooting and Playback OperationsBasic Shooting and Playback Operations1 Rotate the mode dial to A.• The camera is set to A (auto) mode and gen

Page 172 - Slide Show

17Basic Shooting and Playback Operations3 Frame the picture.• Move the zoom control or the side zoom control to change the zoom lens position.• When t

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iiIntroductionIntroductionTo get the most from this Nikon product, be sure to read “For Your Safety” (Avi-viii), “<Important> Notes About Locati

Page 174 - Choose Key Picture

18Basic Shooting and Playback OperationsB Notes About Saving Images or MoviesThe indicator showing the number of exposures remaining or the indicator

Page 175 - The Wi-Fi Options Menu

19Basic Shooting and Playback OperationsSwitching Between the Monitor and ViewfinderYou can use the viewfinder when bright light under the open sky ma

Page 176 - DHCP server IP address

20Basic Shooting and Playback OperationsUsing the ZoomWhen you move the zoom control, the zoom lens position changes.• To zoom in: Move toward g• To z

Page 177 - Location Data Options

21Basic Shooting and Playback OperationsUsing the Snap-back ZoomWhen the subject is lost at the telephoto zoom position, press the p (snap-back zoom)

Page 178 - Updating the A-GPS File

22Basic Shooting and Playback Operations1 Press the c (playback) button to enter playback mode.• If you press and hold down the c button while the cam

Page 179 - C POI Display

23Basic Shooting and Playback Operations1 Press the l (delete) button to delete the image currently displayed in the monitor.2 Use the multi selector

Page 180 - Set Clock from Satellite

24Basic Shooting and Playback OperationsYou can change to the following shooting modes by rotating the mode dial.• A (Auto) modeUsed for general shoot

Page 181 - The Setup Menu

25Basic Shooting and Playback OperationsWhen the shooting screen is displayed, you can press the multi selector H (m) J (n) I (p) K (o) to set the fun

Page 182 - 3 Press K

26Shooting FeaturesShooting FeaturesUsed for general shooting.• The camera detects the main subject and focuses on it (target finding AF). If a human

Page 183 - Slot Empty Release Lock

27Shooting FeaturesWhen a scene is selected, camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected scene.1The camera focuses on the area in the

Page 184 - Monitor Settings

iiiIntroductionInformation and PrecautionsLife-Long LearningAs part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product support and educatio

Page 185 - Display to the Viewfinder)

28Shooting FeaturesEffects can be applied to images during shooting.Press the d (menu) button to display the special effects menu and select an effect

Page 186 - B Notes About Date Stamp

29Shooting Features*Certain Movie options (A54) are not available.• The camera focuses on the area in the center of the frame. The position of the are

Page 187 - Vibration Reduction

30Shooting FeaturesImages can be shot with greater control by setting the shooting menu (A51) items in addition to setting the shutter speed or apertu

Page 188 - B Notes About Digital Zoom

31Shooting FeaturesExposureThe procedure for shooting images at the desired brightness (exposure) by adjusting the shutter speed or aperture value is

Page 189 - Sound Settings

32Shooting Featuresj (Programmed auto)Use for automatic control of the exposure by the camera.•Different combinations of shutter speed and aperture va

Page 190 - Language

33Shooting FeaturesB Notes About Shooting• When zooming is performed after the exposure is set, exposure combinations or aperture value may be changed

Page 191 - Charge by Computer

34Shooting FeaturesSetting combinations that are frequently used for shooting (User settings) can be saved in M. Shooting is possible in j (programmed

Page 192 - C Folders for Storing Files

35Shooting FeaturesSaving Settings in M Mode (Save User Settings)The frequently used settings for shooting can be changed and saved in M.1 Rotate the

Page 193 - C Resetting File Numbering

36Shooting FeaturesWhen the flash is raised, the flash mode can be set according to shooting conditions.1 Press the m (flash pop-up) button to raise t

Page 194 - Error Messages

37Shooting FeaturesAvailable Flash ModesC The Flash Mode Setting• The available flash modes differ depending on the shooting mode. The flash mode sett

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ivIntroductionAbout the Manuals• No part of the manuals included with this product may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval

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38Shooting FeaturesThe camera is equipped with a self-timer that releases the shutter 10 seconds or 2 seconds after you press the shutter-release butt

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39Shooting FeaturesWhen the camera detects a smiling face, you can take a picture automatically without pressing the shutter-release button.• This fun

Page 198 - File Names

40Shooting FeaturesSet the focus mode according to the distance to the subject.1 Press the multi selector I (p).2 Select the desired focus mode and pr

Page 199 - Optional Accessories

41Shooting FeaturesAvailable Focus ModesB Notes About Shooting with the FlashThe flash may be unable to light the entire subject at distances of less

Page 200 - For Shooting

42Shooting FeaturesUsing Manual FocusAvailable when the shooting mode is j, k, l, m or M, special effects mode, or Sports, Fireworks show, Bird-watchi

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43Shooting FeaturesC E (Manual Focus)• The digits displayed for the gauge on the right of the monitor in step 2 serve as a guideline for the distance

Page 202 - For Playback

44Shooting FeaturesYou can adjust overall image brightness.1 Press the multi selector K (o).2 Select a compensation value and press the k button.• To

Page 203 - Command dial

45Shooting FeaturesThe following functions can be also set by pressing the w (function) button instead of displaying the corresponding menu by pressin

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46Shooting FeaturesSome functions cannot be used with other menu settings.Functions That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously When ShootingRestricted functio

Page 205 - Technical Notes

47Shooting FeaturesContinuous/Exposure bracketingContinuous (A52)/Exposure bracketing (A52)Continuous and Exposure bracketing are not available simult

Page 206 - Caring for the Product

vIntroductionDisposing of Data Storage DevicesPlease note that deleting images or formatting data storage devices such as memory cards does not comple

Page 207 - The Battery

48Shooting FeaturesB Notes About Digital Zoom• Depending on the shooting mode or the current settings, digital zoom may not be available (E104).• When

Page 208 - The Charging AC Adapter

49Functions That Can Be Set with the d (Menu) ButtonFunctions That Can Be Set with the d (Menu) ButtonYou can set the menus listed below by pressing t

Page 209 - Memory Cards

50Functions That Can Be Set with the d (Menu) Button2 Press the multi selector J.• The current menu icon is displayed in yellow.3 Select a menu icon a

Page 210 - Cleaning and Storage

51Functions That Can Be Set with the d (Menu) ButtonCommon OptionsFor j, k, l, m, M modesThe Shooting MenuEnter shooting mode M d buttonOption Descrip

Page 211 - Troubleshooting

52Functions That Can Be Set with the d (Menu) ButtonMeteringAllows you to set the method that the camera uses to measure the brightness of the subject

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53Functions That Can Be Set with the d (Menu) ButtonReset user settingsAllows you to reset the settings saved to mode dial M.35Zoom memoryWhen the zoo

Page 213 - Shooting Issues

54Functions That Can Be Set with the d (Menu) ButtonThe Movie MenuEnter shooting mode M d button M e menu icon M k buttonOption Description AMovie opt

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55Functions That Can Be Set with the d (Menu) ButtonThe Playback MenuPress the c button (playback mode) M d buttonOption Description AMark for Wi-Fi u

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56Functions That Can Be Set with the d (Menu) Button1Select an image on the image selection screen. See “The Image Selection Screen” (A56) for more in

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57Functions That Can Be Set with the d (Menu) ButtonThe Setup MenuPress the d button M z menu icon M k buttonOption Description ATime zone and date Al

Page 217 - Playback Issues

viIntroductionTo prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety befo

Page 218 - Location Data Functions

58Functions That Can Be Set with the d (Menu) ButtonFormat card Allows you to format the memory card.E106LanguageAllows you to change the camera’s dis

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59Using Location Data FunctionsUsing Location Data FunctionsWhen Record location data in Location data options of the z (location data options) menu (

Page 220 - Specifications

60Using the Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) FunctionUsing the Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) FunctionYou can perform the following functions if you install the dedicated s

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61Connecting the Camera to a TV, Printer, or ComputerConnecting the Camera to a TV, Printer, or ComputerYou can enhance your enjoyment of images and m

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62Connecting the Camera to a TV, Printer, or ComputerViewing images on a TVImages and movies captured with the camera can be viewed on a TV.Connection

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E1The Reference Section provides detailed information and hints about using the camera.ShootingHints and Notes About the Scene Mode...

Page 224 - Approved Memory Cards

E2MenuThe Shooting Menu (The Common Shooting Options) ...E55The Shooting Menu (j, k, l or m Mode) ...E57The Movie Menu ...

Page 225 - MIT License (HarfBuzz)

E3Reference SectionHints and Notes About the Scene ModeX Night landscape• Press the d button to select u Hand-held or w Tripod in Night landscape.• u

Page 226 - NAME DATA

E4Reference Sectionc Landscape• Press the d button to select Noise reduction burst or Single shot in Landscape.• Noise reduction burst: This enables y

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E5Reference Sectiony M d Sports• While the shutter-release button is held all the way down, the camera shoots up to about 7 images continuously at a

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

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E6Reference Sectiony M u Food• The focus mode (A40) setting is changed to D (macro close-up) and the camera automatically zooms to the closest positio

Page 230 - Technical Notes and Index

E7Reference SectionB Notes About HDR• Use of a tripod is recommended. Set Vibration reduction in the setup menu (A57) to Off when using a tripod to st

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E8Reference SectionB Pet Portrait Auto Release• Press the multi selector J (n) to change the Pet portrait auto release setting.- Y: The camera automat

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E9Reference Sectiony M g Moon• You can adjust hue by using the command dial. The hue setting is saved in the camera’s memory even after the camera is

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E10Reference SectionShooting with Easy Panorama1 Select W Normal (180°) or X Wide (360°) as the shooting range and press the k button.• When the camer

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E11Reference Section4 Move the camera in one of the four directions until the guide indicator reaches the end.• When the camera detects which directio

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E12Reference SectionPlayback with Easy PanoramaSwitch to playback mode (A22), display an image captured using easy panorama in full-frame playback mod

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E13Reference SectionShooting Time-lapse MoviesThe camera can automatically capture still images at a specified interval to create time-lapse movies th

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E14Reference Section3 Stabilize the camera by using a tool such as a tripod.4 Press the shutter-release button to capture the first image.• Set exposu

Page 238 - FX5C03(11)

E15Reference SectionThe default settings for each shooting mode are listed below.Default Settings (Flash, Focus mode, Etc.)Flash mode(A36)Self-timer(A

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