Nikon P7800 User Manual

EnReference ManualDIGITAL CAMERA

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

80Shooting FeaturesAutofocus modeSmile timer (A63)Autofocus mode option cannot be changed when the smile timer is selected.Focus mode (A64)When the fo

81Shooting FeaturesB Notes About Digital Zoom• Depending on the shooting mode or the current settings, digital zoom may not be available (E81).• When

82Shooting FeaturesThe focus area varies depending on the shooting mode.Focusing in A (Auto) Mode or u Mode• The camera automatically selects one or m

83Shooting FeaturesUsing Face DetectionIn the following settings, the camera uses face detection to automatically focus on human faces.•Scene auto sel

84Shooting FeaturesUsing Skin SofteningWhen the shutter is released while using one of the shooting modes listed below, the camera detects human faces

85Shooting FeaturesFocus LockFocus lock shooting is recommended when the camera does not activate the focus area that contains the desired subject.1 S

86Playback FeaturesPlayback FeaturesMoving the zoom control toward g (i) in full-frame playback mode (A36) zooms in on the image.• You can change the

87Playback FeaturesMoving the zoom control toward f (h) in full-frame playback mode (A36) displays images as thumbnails.• You can change the number of

88Playback FeaturesWhen viewing images in full-frame playback mode or thumbnail playback mode, you can configure the playback menu settings listed bel

89Playback Features1Edited images are saved as separate files. Some images may not be edited.2Select an image on the image selection screen. See “Usin

ixIntroductionwith DC-to-AC inverters. Failure to observe this precaution could damage the product or cause overheating or fire.Use appropriate cables

90Playback FeaturesUsing the Screen for Selecting ImagesWhen an image selection screen such as the one shown on the right is displayed while operating

91Recording and Playing Back MoviesRecording and Playing Back MoviesMovies can be recorded using the following two modes.1 Rotate the mode dial to e (

92Recording and Playing Back MoviesB Maximum Movie LengthIndividual movie files cannot exceed 4 GB in size or 29 minutes in length, even when there is

93Recording and Playing Back MoviesB Notes About Using Zoom During Movie Recording• The zoom indicator is not displayed during movie recording.• There

94Recording and Playing Back MoviesFunctions Available in Movie Mode and Movie Custom Setting Mode• Self-timer (A62)• Focus mode (A64)• Exposure compe

95Recording and Playing Back MoviesFunctions That Can Be Set Using the n Button (Quick Menu: When Recording Movies)Available functions differ accordin

96Recording and Playing Back MoviesFunctions That Can Be Set with the d Button (Movie and Movie Custom Setting Menus)In movie mode or movie custom set

97Recording and Playing Back MoviesPress the c button to enter playback mode.Movies are indicated by the movie options icon (A95, E30).Press the k but

98Recording and Playing Back MoviesFunctions Available During PlaybackRotate the multi selector or the main command dial to fast forward or rewind. Pl

99General Camera SetupGeneral Camera SetupThe settings of the menu options listed below can be configured.Functions That Can Be Set with the d Button

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

100General Camera SetupSound settings Allows you to adjust sound settings.E83Record orientationAllows you to set whether or not to record the “tall” o

101General Camera SetupFn1 + selector dialAllows you to set the function to be performed when the multi selector is rotated while pressing the w1 (fun

102Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or PrinterConnecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or PrinterYou can enhance your enjoyment of images and

103Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or PrinterViewing images on a TV E18Images and movies captured with the camera can be viewed on a TV.Conne

104Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or PrinterViewNX 2 is an all-in-one software package which enables you to transfer, view, edit and share i

105Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer2 Select a language in the language selection dialog to open the installation window.• If the de

106Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or PrinterTransferring Images to the Computer1 Choose how images will be copied to the computer.Choose one

107Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer2 Transfer images to the computer.• Confirm that the name of the connected camera or removable d

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E1The Reference Section provides detailed information and hints about using the camera.ShootingUsing Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playback)...

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

Reference SectionE2Shooting with Easy Panorama1 Use the multi selector HI to select V Easy panorama and press the k button.2 Select W Normal (180°) or

Reference SectionE34 Press the shutter-release button all the way, and then remove your finger from the shutter-release button.• KLJI are displayed to

Reference SectionE4Viewing Images Captured with Easy PanoramaSwitch to playback mode (A36), display an image captured using easy panorama in full-fram

Reference SectionE5Using a tripod makes the composition easier. When using a tripod to stabilize the camera, set Vibration reduction (E79) to Off in t

Reference SectionE64 Shoot the next image.• Match the outline of the next image so that 1/3 of the frame overlaps the previous image, and press the sh

Reference SectionE7Viewing Images in a SequenceImages captured continuously are saved as a sequence.The first image of a sequence is used as the key p

Reference SectionE8Deleting Images in a SequenceWhen the l button is pressed for images in a sequence, the images that are deleted vary depending on h

Reference SectionE9Before Editing ImagesYou can easily edit images on this camera. Edited copies are saved as separate files (E103). Edited copies are

Reference SectionE10k Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and SaturationUse the multi selector HI to select the desired effect level and press the k but

Reference SectionE11e Skin Softening: Softening Skin Tones1 Use the multi selector HI to select the desired effect level and press the k button.• To e

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Reference SectionE12p Filter Effects: Applying Digital Filter Effects1 Use the multi selector HI to select the desired filter effect and press the k b

Reference SectionE133 Preview the result and press the k button.• An edited copy is created.• To exit without saving the copy, press J.g Small Picture

Reference SectionE14j Black Border: Adding a Black Border to Images1 Use the multi selector HI to select the desired border thickness and press the k

Reference SectionE15R Straighten: Compensating for Image SlantingUse the multi selector to compensate for slanting and press the k button.• Press J to

Reference SectionE162 Set the RAW (NRW) processing parameters.• Apply the settings below while checking the image and moving the zoom control toward g

Reference SectionE17a Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy1 Move the zoom control to enlarge the image (A86).2 Refine copy composition and press the d button

Reference SectionE181 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

Reference SectionE192 Set the TV's input to external video input.• See the documentation provided with your TV for details.3 Hold down the c butt

Reference SectionE20Users of PictBridge-compatible printers can connect the camera directly to the printer and print images without using a computer.C

Reference SectionE214 The camera is automatically turned on.• The PictBridge startup screen (1) is displayed in the camera monitor, followed by the Pr

xiiiIntroductionShooting Features... 38A (Auto) Mode .

Reference SectionE224 Select Paper size and press the k button.5 Select the desired paper size and press the k button.• To apply the paper size settin

Reference SectionE232 Use the multi selector HI to select Paper size and press the k button.• To exit the print menu, press the d button.3 Select the

Reference SectionE24Print selectionSelect images (up to 99) and the number of copies (up to 9) of each.• Use the multi selector JK to select images, a

Reference SectionE25Extracting Only the Desired Portion of a MovieThe desired portion of a recorded movie can be saved as a separate file. 1 Play back

Reference SectionE26B Notes About Movie Editing• Use a sufficiently charged battery to prevent the camera from turning off during editing. When the ba

Reference SectionE27a Image Quality and Image SizeSet the image quality (compression ratio) and image size (number of pixels) used when saving images.

Reference SectionE28C RAW (NRW) Images of This Camera• To print or edit RAW (NRW) images, use JPEG images created from the RAW (NRW) images using RAW

Reference SectionE29Available Image SizeSet the image size (number of pixels) used when saving JPEG images.The larger the image size, the larger the s

Reference SectionE30a Movie OptionsSelect the desired movie option to record.Select normal speed movie options to record at normal speed, or HS movie

Reference SectionE31HS Movie Options (e (Movie) Mode Only)Recorded movies are played back in fast or slow motion.See “Playing Back in Slow Motion and

xivIntroductionUsing the Screen for Selecting Images ... 90Recordi

Reference SectionE32C Playing Back in Slow Motion and Fast MotionWhen recording at normal speed:When recording at h/u HS 480/4×:Movies are recorded at

Reference SectionE33b ISO SensitivityHigher ISO sensitivity allows darker subjects to be captured. Additionally, even with subjects of similar brightn

Reference SectionE34B Notes About ISO Sensitivity• In D (manual) mode, when set to Auto, ISO 80-200, ISO 80-400 or ISO 80-800, the ISO sensitivity is

Reference SectionE35c White Balance (Adjusting Hue)Adjust white balance to suit the light source or weather conditions in order to make the colors in

Reference SectionE36C Fine Adjustment of White BalanceTo perform fine adjustment of white balance, select Fine-tune and press the k button.Use the mul

Reference SectionE37Using Preset ManualUse the procedure below to measure the white balance value under the lighting used during shooting.• Up to 3 me

Reference SectionE38d Auto Bracketing (Continuous Shooting While Changing the Exposure and White Balance)Continuous shooting can be performed while ch

Reference SectionE39Various types of bracketing can be set depending on the shooting mode.B Notes About Auto Bracketing• When exposure compensation (A

Reference SectionE40a Picture Control (COOLPIX Picture Control) (Changing the Settings for Image Recording)Change the settings for image recording acc

Reference SectionE41Customizing Existing COOLPIX Picture Controls: Quick Adjust and Manual AdjustCOOLPIX Picture Control can be customized using Quick

xvIntroductionConnecting the Camera to a TV (Viewing Images on a TV) ... E18Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Prin

Reference SectionE42Types of Quick Adjust and Manual AdjustOption DescriptionQuick adjust 1Adjusts the sharpness, contrast and saturation levels autom

Reference SectionE431Quick adjust is not available in Neutral, Monochrome, Custom 1 and Custom 2. The values set manually are disabled if quick adjust

Reference SectionE44Custom Picture Control (COOLPIX Custom Picture Control)Customize the settings of COOLPIX Picture Control (E41) and register them i

Reference SectionE45MeteringThe process of measuring the brightness of the subject to determine the exposure is known as “metering.” Use this option t

Reference SectionE46Continuous ShootingRotate the mode dial to A, B, C, D, E, F or N M d button M A, B, C or D tab (A13) M ContinuousOption Descriptio

Reference SectionE47B Notes About Continuous Shooting• Focus, exposure and white balance are fixed at the values determined with the first shot in eac

Reference SectionE482 Select the desired interval between each shot and press the k button.• The maximum number of images that can be taken during int

Reference SectionE49AF Area ModeChange the method of how the camera selects the focus area for autofocus.• The AF area mode can also be selected by pr

Reference SectionE50x ManualUse the multi selector HIJK or rotate it to move the focus area to where you want to focus.• To use the multi selector to

Reference SectionE51* Not available in special effects mode.B Notes About AF Area Mode• When digital zoom is in effect, the camera focuses on the area

xviIntroductionh Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory and Memory Card)... E68C Sequence Display Options ...

Reference SectionE522 Register a subject.• Align the subject that you want to track with the border in the center of the monitor and press the k butto

Reference SectionE53Autofocus ModeSelect how the camera focuses when shooting still images.B Notes About Autofocus ModeThe setting may not be changed

Reference SectionE54Flash Exp. Comp.Adjust the flash output. Use this option when the flash is too bright or too dark.B Notes About Flash Exp. Comp.Wh

Reference SectionE55Built-in ND FilterWhen the camera's built-in ND filter is used, the amount of light that enters the camera can be reduced to

Reference SectionE56Active D-LightingDetails in highlights and shadows are preserved, and the natural contrast that is seen with the naked eye is well

Reference SectionE57Zoom MemoryWhen the zoom control is moved while pressing the w1 button, the zoom position (equivalent to focal length/angle of vie

Reference SectionE58M Exposure PreviewFocus-coupled MeteringSet whether or not to measure the brightness of the subject by giving higher priority to t

Reference SectionE59Commander ModeSet how the wirelessly-controlled optional flash unit fires when the flash mode (A59) is set to z (commander mode).C

Reference SectionE60Using the Commander ModeWhen the flash mode (A59) is set to z (commander mode), you can wirelessly control an off-camera optional

Reference SectionE61B Notes About Using Commander Mode• In commander mode, the camera's built-in flash emits low-level flashes in order to contro

xviiIntroductionAccessory Terminal ...

Reference SectionE62See “Editing Still Images“ (E9) for information about image editing functions.a Print Order (Creating a DPOF Print Order)If you co

Reference SectionE633 Select whether or not to print shooting date and shooting information.• Select Date and press the k button to print the shooting

Reference SectionE64b Slide ShowPlay back images one by one in an automated “slide show.” When movie files (A97) are played back in the slide show, on

Reference SectionE65c DeleteDelete selected images, or all images at one time. See “Using the Screen for Selecting Images” (A90) for more information.

Reference SectionE66d ProtectThe camera protects selected images from accidental deletion.Select images to protect or cancel protection for previously

Reference SectionE67E Voice MemoVoice memos can be recorded and attached to images.Recording Voice Memos• Press and hold the k button to record (up to

Reference SectionE68h Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory and Memory Card)Copy images or movies between the internal memory and a memory card.1 Use the

Reference SectionE69C Sequence Display OptionsSelect the method used to display images in the sequence (E7).Settings are applied to all sequences, and

Reference SectionE70Shooting Mode (Movie Custom Setting Only)Set the standard shooting mode during h (movie custom setting) mode.C Notes About Shootin

Reference SectionE71Autofocus ModeSet how the camera focuses when recording movies.C Notes About Autofocus Mode• When an HS movie option is selected i

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Reference SectionE72Wind Noise ReductionWelcome ScreenConfigure the welcome screen that is displayed when you turn on the camera.Rotate the mode dial

Reference SectionE73Time Zone and DateSet the camera clock.Press the d button M z tab (A13) M Time zone and dateOption DescriptionDate and time• Selec

Reference SectionE74Setting the Time Zone1 Use the multi selector HI to select Time zone and press the k button.2 Select w Home time zone or x Travel

Reference SectionE75Monitor SettingsPress the d button M z tab (A13) M Monitor settingsOption DescriptionImage reviewOn (default setting): The capture

Reference SectionE76B Notes About Photo Info• The histogram is not displayed during movie recording. The virtual horizon is displayed only before reco

Reference SectionE77Print Date (Imprinting Date and Time on Images)The shooting date and time can be imprinted on the images when shooting, allowing t

Reference SectionE78Self-timer: After ReleaseSet whether or not to cancel the self-timer setting after shooting with self-timer (A62).Press the d butt

Reference SectionE79Vibration ReductionSet to reduce the effects of camera shake while shooting.Set Vibration reduction to Off when using a tripod to

Reference SectionE80AF AssistEnable or disable the AF-assist illuminator which assists autofocus operation.B Notes About the AF-assist IlluminatorIn s

Reference SectionE81Digital ZoomB Notes About Digital Zoom• Digital zoom cannot be used in the following situations.- When Scene auto selector, Portra

1Parts of the Camera and Main FunctionsParts of the Camera and Main FunctionsThe Camera Body567 981020419 18 17 16 14 13 1212 315 111Accessory Shoe Co

Reference SectionE82Zoom SpeedSet the zoom operation speed. Slow down the zoom speed to minimize the recording of the zoom operating noise during movi

Reference SectionE83Sound SettingsRecord OrientationSet whether or not to record the “tall” orientation data on the images that are shot with the came

Reference SectionE84Rotate TallAuto OffSet the amount of time that elapses before the camera enters standby mode (A27).You can select 30 s, 1 min (def

Reference SectionE85Format Memory/Format CardUse this option to format the internal memory or a memory card.Formatting the internal memory or memory c

Reference SectionE86TV SettingsAdjust settings for connection to a TV.C HDMI and HDMI-CECHDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a multimedia i

Reference SectionE87Customize Command DialsSwap the function of the main command dial for that of the sub-command dial when the exposure is set (A49).

Reference SectionE88Multi Selector Right PressSet the function to be performed when the multi selector K is pressed.Delete Button OptionsPress the d b

Reference SectionE89AE/AF Lock ButtonSet the function to be performed when the AE-L/AF-L button (A4) is pressed while shooting.• See “Focusing During

Reference SectionE90Fn1 + Shutter ButtonSet the function to be performed when the shutter-release button is pressed while pressing the w1 (function 1)

Reference SectionE91Fn1 + Command Dial/Fn1 + Selector DialSet the function to be performed when the command dial or multi selector is rotated while pr

2Parts of the Camera and Main Functions* Also referred to as the “multi selector“ in this manual.3 4 52 76910 11 12 13819 1820 17 16151411External mic

Reference SectionE92Fn1 Guide DisplayFn2 ButtonSet the function to be performed when the w2 button (A5) is pressed.Press the d button M z tab (A13) M

Reference SectionE93Customize My MenuRegister frequently used menu items in My Menu (up to 5 items). The settings of the menu items registered in My M

Reference SectionE94Reset File NumberingWhen Ye s is selected, the sequential numbering of file numbers is reset (E103). After resetting, a new folde

Reference SectionE95Accessory TerminalSet this option when the optional Wireless Remote Controller WR-R10 or GPS unit (E105) is attached to the access

Reference SectionE96Eye-Fi UploadB Notes About Eye-Fi Cards• Note that images will not be uploaded if signal strength is insufficient even if Enable i

Reference SectionE97MF Distance Indicator UnitsSet either m (meter) (default setting) or ft (feet) for the unit of gauge displayed when the focus mode

Reference SectionE98Reset AllWhen Reset is selected, the camera's settings are restored to their default values.• Some settings, such as Time zon

Reference SectionE99Refer to the table below if an error message is displayed.Error MessagesDisplay Cause/Solution ABattery temperature highThe camera

Reference SectionE100Image cannot be saved.An error occurred while saving the image.Insert a new memory card or format the internal memory or memory c

Reference SectionE101All images are hidden.• There are no images available for a slide show, etc.• There are no images that can be displayed on the im

3Parts of the Camera and Main FunctionsPrinciple Functions of the ControlsFor ShootingControl Main Function AMode dialChange the shooting mode. 30Zoom

Reference SectionE102* See the documentation provided with your printer for further guidance and information.Printer error: check printer status.After

Reference SectionE103Images, movies, or voice memos are assigned file names as follows.B NotesWhen images are shot with an Image quality (E27) setting

Reference SectionE104Optional AccessoriesAC adapter/power connectorAC Adapter EH-5b and power connector:• When the power connector is inserted into th

Reference SectionE105* Setting a longer Auto off time (E84) is recommended when using the remote control function.Availability may vary with country o

Reference SectionE106Use the Remote Control ML-L3 (available separately) (E105) to release the shutter. Set Vibration reduction (E79) in the setup men

Reference SectionE1074 Aim the transmitter at the infrared receiver on the front of the camera (A1) and press the transmission button.• Press the tran

Reference SectionE108With this camera, various functions are available in combination with the Speedlight (external flash unit) supported by the Nikon

Reference SectionE109Functions That Can Be Used in Combination with the Speedlight• SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, SB-700 or SB-6001Not available when meteri

Reference SectionE110• SU-800, SB-400 or SB-R2001Not available when metering mode is set to Spot.2The remote flash unit can control Group A only.3This

Reference SectionE111C Notes About i-TTL Flash• The monitor preflashes are fired to measure the reflecting light from a subject in order to adjust the

4Parts of the Camera and Main Functionsn (quick menu) buttonDisplay or exit the quick menu. 70, 95d (menu) buttonDisplay and hide the menu.12, 73, 96,

Reference SectionE112B Notes About Using the Remote Flash Unit• Set up the remote flash unit in a position close to the subject from the camera to ens

Reference SectionE113When the GPS unit (available separately) is attached to the accessory terminal, signals from GPS satellites are received to deter

Reference SectionE114C GPS Reception IndicatorGPS reception can be checked on the shooting screen (A14).• n: Signals are being received from four or m

F1Caring for the Products...F2The Camera...

Technical Notes and IndexF2The CameraTo ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the precautions described below in addition to the w

Technical Notes and IndexF3B Turn the Product off Before Removing or Disconnecting the Power Source or the Memory CardDo not remove the battery while

Technical Notes and IndexF4• If the battery will not be used for some time, insert it in the camera and completely exhaust it before removing it for s

Technical Notes and IndexF5Memory Cards• Use only Secure Digital memory cards. See “Approved Memory Cards” (A25).• Observe the precautions noted in th

Technical Notes and IndexF6CleaningDo not use volatile organic solvents such as alcohol or thinner, chemical detergents, anticorrosive agents, or anti

Technical Notes and IndexF7StorageTurn the camera off when not in use. Be sure that the power-on lamp is off before putting the camera away. Remove th

5Parts of the Camera and Main Functionsw2 (function 2) button• Switch the information displayed in the monitor.• Set the function assigned in Fn2 butt

Technical Notes and IndexF8If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nik

Technical Notes and IndexF9Monitor is hard to see.• The ambient light is too bright. Move to a darker place or use the viewfinder.• Adjust the monitor

Technical Notes and IndexF10Shooting IssuesReset file numbering cannot be done.Although a new folder is created in the internal memory or on the memor

Technical Notes and IndexF11Camera cannot focus.• The subject is too close. Try shooting using the Scene auto selector or Close-up scene mode, or the

Technical Notes and IndexF12Digital zoom cannot be used.• A function that restricts digital zoom is enabled.• Digital zoom is set to Off or Crop in th

Technical Notes and IndexF13Images are too dark (underexposed).• The flash mode is set to W (off ).• The flash window is blocked.• The subject is beyo

Technical Notes and IndexF14Playback IssuesA ring-shaped belt or rainbow-colored stripe appears in the monitor or images.When shooting with backlighti

Technical Notes and IndexF15Images are not displayed on TV.•Video mode or HDMI is not correctly set in the TV settings setup menu.• The cables are con

Technical Notes and IndexF16Nikon COOLPIX P7800 Digital CameraSpecificationsType Compact digital cameraNumber of effective pixels12.2 millionImage sen

Technical Notes and IndexF17StorageMediaInternal memory (approx. 86 MB)SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cardFile system DCF, Exif 2.3 and DPOF compliantFile format

6Parts of the Camera and Main FunctionsFor PlaybackControl Main Function Ac (playback) button•When the camera is turned off, press and hold this butto

Technical Notes and IndexF18Nikon Creative Lighting System• i-TTL flash control support in combination with Nikon Creative Lighting System-compatible

Technical Notes and IndexF19• Unless otherwise stated, all figures assume a fully-charged battery and an ambient temperature of 23 ±3°C (73.4 ±5.4°F)

Technical Notes and IndexF20AVC Patent Portfolio LicenseThis product is licensed under the AVC Patent Portfolio License for the personal and non-comme

Technical Notes and IndexF21Trademark Information• Microsoft, Windows and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Co

Technical Notes and IndexF22SymbolsR ... E6g AE-L/AF-L button... 4, 85G AF area mode... 58, 7

Technical Notes and IndexF23BBacklighting o ... 43Battery... 20, 22, F18Battery charger ..

Technical Notes and IndexF24Fill flash... 60Filter effects ... 88, E12, E42Fireworks show m ...

Technical Notes and IndexF25MM exposure preview... 74, E58Macro close-up... 65Main command dial ... 3,

Technical Notes and IndexF26QQuick adjust... E42Quick menu... 70, 95, E27Quick retouch...

Technical Notes and IndexF27Toning... E43TV ... 102, E18TV sett

7Parts of the Camera and Main Functionsd (menu) buttonDisplay and hide the menu. 12, 88l (delete) buttonDelete an image. 37w2 (function 2) buttonSwitc

FX3I04(11)6MN29311-04No reproduction in any form of this manual, in whole or in part (except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews), may

8Parts of the Camera and Main FunctionsAttaching the Camera StrapAttaching and Detaching the Lens CapB Lens CapAt times when you are not shooting imag

9Parts of the Camera and Main FunctionsOpening and Adjusting the Angle of the MonitorThe orientation and tilt of the monitor can be changed. This is u

iIntroductionParts of the Camera and Main FunctionsThe Basics of Shooting and PlaybackShooting FeaturesPlayback FeaturesRecording and Playing Back Mov

10Parts of the Camera and Main FunctionsSwitching Between the Monitor and Viewfinder (x Button)You can use the viewfinder when bright light under the

11Parts of the Camera and Main FunctionsSwitching the Monitor Display (Fn2 Button)To switch the information displayed in the monitor during shooting a

12Parts of the Camera and Main FunctionsUse the multi selector and k button to navigate the menus.1 Press the d button.• The menu that matches the sta

13Parts of the Camera and Main FunctionsSwitching Among Menu TabsTo display a different menu, such as the setup menu (A99), use the multi selector to

14Parts of the Camera and Main FunctionsThe information that is displayed in the monitor during shooting and playback changes depending on the camera’

15Parts of the Camera and Main Functions1Shooting mode...30, 312Focus mode...653Focu

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17Parts of the Camera and Main Functions1Focus area (for center)...58, 67, 73, 852Focus area (for manual)

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19Parts of the Camera and Main Functions1You can check for loss of contrast detail in highlights and shadows from the histogram that is displayed, or

iiIntroductionIntroductionThank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX P7800 digital camera. Before using the camera, please read the information in “Fo

20The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackThe Basics of Shooting and Playback1 Prepare the included battery charger.If a plug adapter* is included with you

21The Basics of Shooting and Playback3 Plug the battery charger into an electrical outlet.• CHARGE lamp starts flashing when charging starts.4 When ch

22The Basics of Shooting and Playback1 Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.2 Insert the battery.• Push the orange battery latch in the dir

23The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackRemoving the BatteryTurn the camera off and make sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have turned off, and

24The Basics of Shooting and Playback1 Turn off the camera and open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.2 Insert the memory card.• Slide the me

25The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackRemoving Memory CardsTurn the camera off and make sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have turned off, an

26The Basics of Shooting and Playback1 Open the monitor and remove the lens cap.• See “Opening and Adjusting the Angle of the Monitor“ (A9) for more i

27The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackC The Auto Off Function• The time that elapses before the camera enters standby mode is about 1 minute. The time

28The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackSetting the Display Language, Date, and TimeWhen the camera is turned on for the first time, the language-selecti

29The Basics of Shooting and Playback5 Set the date and time, and press the k button.• Select a field: Press JK (changes between D, M, Y, hour, and mi

iiiIntroductionAbout This ManualIf you want to start using the camera right away, see “The Basics of Shooting and Playback” (A20).To learn about the p

30The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackRotate the mode dial to select a shooting mode.• A (auto) mode is used in this example. Rotate the mode dial to A

31The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackAvailable Shooting ModesA Auto mode(A38)Used for general shooting.y Scene mode(A39)Camera settings are optimized

32The Basics of Shooting and Playback1 Hold the camera steady.• Keep fingers and other objects away from the lens, flash, AF-assist illuminator, micro

33The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackUsing the ZoomWhen you move the zoom control, the zoom lens position changes.• To zoom in closer to the subject:

34The Basics of Shooting and Playback1 Press the shutter-release button halfway.• When the subject is in focus, the focus area that includes the subje

35The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackThe Shutter-release ButtonB Notes About Saving Images and Recording MoviesThe indicator showing the number of exp

36The Basics of Shooting and Playback1 Press the c (playback) button.• If you press and hold down the c (playback) button while the camera is turned o

37The Basics of Shooting and Playback1 Press the l button to delete the image currently displayed in the monitor.2 Use the multi selector HI to select

38Shooting FeaturesShooting FeaturesUsed for general shooting.The camera selects the focus area for autofocus in accordance with the composition or su

39Shooting FeaturesWhen a scene is selected, camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected scene.Press the d button to display the scen

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

40Shooting FeaturesTips and Notesx Scene auto selector• When you point the camera at the subject, the camera automatically selects the optimum scene m

41Shooting Featuresf Party/indoor• To avoid the effects of camera shake, hold the camera steady. Set Vibration reduction to Off in the setup menu (A99

42Shooting Featuresu Food• The focus mode (A64) setting is changed to p (macro close-up) and the camera automatically zooms to the closest position at

43Shooting FeaturesB Notes About HDR• Use of a tripod is recommended. Set Vibration reduction in the setup menu (A99) to Off when using a tripod to st

44Shooting FeaturesB Notes About Printing Panorama ImagesThe entire image may not be able to be printed depending on the printer’s settings. Additiona

45Shooting FeaturesB Pet Portrait Auto Release• Press the multi selector J (n) to change the Pet portrait auto release settings.- Y: The camera detect

46Shooting FeaturesEffects can be applied to images during shooting.Press the d button to display the special effects menu and select an effect using

47Shooting Features* Use of a tripod is recommended during Zoom exposure or Defocus during exposure. Vibration reduction will not function even if Vib

48Shooting FeaturesFunctions Available in Special Effects Mode• AF area mode (A58, 73)• Flash mode (A59)• Self-timer (A62)• Focus mode (A64)• Exposure

49Shooting FeaturesImages can be shot with greater control by setting the quick menu (A70) or shooting menu (A73) items in addition to setting the shu

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

50Shooting FeaturesExposureThe procedure for shooting images at the desired brightness (exposure) by adjusting the shutter speed or aperture value is

51Shooting FeaturesA (Programmed auto)Use for automatic control of the exposure by the camera.•Different combinations of shutter speed and aperture va

52Shooting FeaturesB Notes About Shooting• When zooming is performed after the exposure is set, exposure combinations or aperture value may be changed

53Shooting FeaturesThe Control Range of the Shutter SpeedThe control range of the shutter speed differs depending on the aperture value or the ISO sen

54Shooting Features1The ISO sensitivity setting is restricted depending on the continuous shooting setting (A78).2In D mode, the ISO sensitivity is fi

55Shooting FeaturesSetting combinations that are frequently used for shooting (User settings) can be saved in E, F and N. Shooting is possible in A (P

56Shooting Features4 Select Yes and press the k button.• The current settings are saved.• Move the zoom control toward g (i) to display the settings.

57Shooting FeaturesFunctions Available in E, F and N Modes• Flash mode (A59)• Self-timer (A62)• Focus mode (A64)• Exposure compensation (A69)• Quick m

58Shooting FeaturesThe functions that are available vary with the shooting mode, as shown below..1Set this function to release the shutter with the Re

59Shooting FeaturesUsing the FlashYou can shoot images with a flash by raising the built-in flash. You can set the flash mode to match the shooting co

viIntroductionDisposing of Data Storage DevicesPlease note that deleting images or formatting data storage devices such as memory cards or built-in ca

60Shooting FeaturesAvailable Flash ModesUAutoThe flash fires when necessary, such as in dim lighting.• The flash mode icon on the shooting screen is d

61Shooting FeaturesB High Temperature CautionIf you are taking images repeatedly with the flash within a short period of time, the flash unit and its

62Shooting FeaturesUsing the Self-timerThe camera is equipped with a self-timer that releases the shutter about 10 seconds, 2 seconds or 1 second afte

63Shooting FeaturesShooting Smiling Faces Automatically (Smile Timer)When the camera detects a smiling face, you can take an image automatically witho

64Shooting FeaturesUsing Focus ModeSet the focus mode according to the distance to the subject.1 Press the multi selector I (p).2 Select the desired f

65Shooting FeaturesAvailable Focus ModesB Notes About Shooting with the FlashThe flash may be unable to light the entire subject at distances of less

66Shooting FeaturesTaking Images with Manual FocusAvailable when the shooting mode is A, B, C, D, E, F, N, special effects mode, Sports scene mode, mo

67Shooting FeaturesDefault SettingsThe default settings for each shooting mode are described below.Shooting modeFlash mode(A59)Self-timer(A62)Focus mo

68Shooting Features1Smile timer can also be selected.2E (manual focus) cannot be selected.3The default setting is U (auto) when Creative monochrome or

69Shooting FeaturesAdjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation)You can adjust overall image brightness.Select the compensation value by rotating the e

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

70Shooting FeaturesThe functions that can be set vary depending on the shooting mode, as shown below.Basic Quick Menu Operations1 Press the n button.2

71Shooting Features3 Use JK to select the tab for the function to be set.• You can also select a tab by rotating the main command dial.1 a Image quali

72Shooting FeaturesAvailable Quick MenuOption Description AaImage quality/Image sizeAllows you to set the image quality (compression ratio) and image

73Shooting FeaturesShooting MenuIn the following shooting modes, the settings of the shooting menu can be changed by pressing the d button (A12).• A,

74Shooting FeaturesAutofocus modeAllows you to select either Single AF, which focuses only when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, or Full

75Shooting FeaturesSpecialized Menu for E, F or N In E, F and N shooting modes, the settings of the following menu options can be changed in the top t

76Shooting FeaturesVirtual horizon displayAllows you to set the virtual horizon display. This setting is not applied to the setup menu settings.• Defa

77Shooting FeaturesSome functions cannot be used with other menu settings.Functions That Cannot Be Used SimultaneouslyRestricted functionSetting Descr

78Shooting FeaturesISO sensitivityContinuous (A73)When Multi-shot 16, Continuous H: 120 fps or Continuous H: 60 fps is selected, ISO sensitivity is fi

79Shooting FeaturesContinuous/Auto bracketing Continuous (A73)/Auto bracketing (A72)Continuous and Auto bracketing are not available simultaneously.Se