Nikon P80 User Manual

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viiiTable of ContentsA Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode ... 22Step 1 Turn the C

86Shooting, Playback and Setup MenusShooting, Playback and Setup MenusShooting Options: The Shooting MenuThe shooting menu of P, S, A, and M modes con

87Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusDisplaying the Shooting MenuChoose P (Programmed Auto), S (Shutter-Priority Aut

88Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusq Image QualityChoose the amount of compression applied to pictures. Lower comp

89Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusr Image SizeChoose the size of pictures in pixels for recording. Pictures shot

90Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusC Number of Exposures RemainingThe following table lists the approximate number

91Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusF Optimize ImageOptimize contrast, sharpening, and other settings according to

92Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusCustomizing Image Enhancement Options: CustomSelect Custom to make separate adj

93Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusShooting in Black-and-White: Black-and-WhiteWhen Black-and-white is selected, t

94Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusB White BalanceThe color of light reflected from an object varies with the colo

95Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusPreset ManualPreset manual is used with mixed lighting or to compensate for lig

ixTable of Contentsc More on Playback...

96Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusE ISO SensitivitySensitivity is a measure of how quickly the camera reacts to l

97Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusG MeteringChoose how the camera meters exposure.B Note on MeteringWhen digital

98Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusC ContinuousCapture motion in a series of pictures and apply Best Shot Selector

99Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusC Note on Continuous Shooting• The maximum frame rate with continuous shooting

100Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusC Note on Interval Timer Shooting• To prevent the camera from turning off unex

101Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusH Auto BracketingAuto bracketing is used to vary exposure by a selected amount

102Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusG AF Area ModeUse this option to determine where the camera focuses.When digit

103Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusShooting with Face-PriorityWhen Face priority is selected for AF area mode, or

104Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusB Face Priority• When Face priority is selected for AF area mode, the setting

105Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusJ Flash Exp. Comp.Flash compensation is used to adjust flash output by ±2.0 EV

xTable of Contentsd Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus ... 86Shooting Option

106Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusQ Distortion ControlSpecify whether or not the distortion is corrected. Enabli

107Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusISO sensitivityWhen ISO sensitivity is set to 3200 or 6400, Image size cannot

108Shooting, Playback and Setup MenusPlayback Options: The Playback MenuThe playback menu contains the following options.Displaying the Playback MenuD

109Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusSelecting Multiple PicturesThe picture selection screen, as shown at right, wi

110Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusb Slide ShowPlay back pictures, stored in the internal memory or on a memory c

111Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusc DeleteDelete selected pictures or all pictures.C Notes on Deletion• Once del

112Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusf Rotate imageAfter shooting, set the orientation in which pictures are displa

113Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menush CopyCopy pictures between the internal memory and a memory card. 1 Use the m

114Shooting, Playback and Setup MenusBasic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuThe setup menu contains the following options. a MenusA 115Choose how menus are

115Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusDisplaying the Setup MenuRotate the mode dial to z.• Use the multi selector to

xiTable of ContentsBasic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu... 114Displa

116Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusc Welcome ScreenYou can select the welcome screen to be displayed when the came

117Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusd DateSet the camera clock and choose home and travel destination time zones.Se

118Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menus3 Press the multi selector K.The new city time zone menu is displayed.4 Choose

119Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusC Time Zones (A 18)The camera supports the time zones listed below. For time di

120Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menuse BrightnessChoose from five settings for LCD monitor brightness. The default s

121Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusDate CounterPictures shot while this option is in effect are imprinted with the

122Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusg Vibration ReductionEnable or disable vibration reduction for shooting still p

123Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menush AF AssistEnable or disable AF-assist illumination.u Digital ZoomUse this sett

124Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusi Sound SettingsAdjust the following sound settings.k Auto OffIf no operations

125Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusl Format Memory/m Format CardUse this option to format the internal memory or a

xiiTable of ContentsTechnical Notes...

126Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusn LanguageChoose one of 24 languages for display of camera menus and messages.o

127Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusp Reset AllWhen Reset is selected, the camera’s settings will be restored to th

128Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusSetup MenuCustom of Black-and-white in Optimize image (A 93)Contrast: AutoImage

129Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusOthers• Choosing Reset all also clears the current file number (A 132) from the

130Technical NotesTechnical NotesOptional AccessoriesRechargeable battery Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL5Battery charger Battery Charger MH-61AC ad

131Optional AccessoriesTechnical NotesApproved Memory CardsThe following memory cards have been tested and approved for use in the COOLPIX P80.All car

132Technical NotesImage/Sound File and Folder NamesPictures, movies, voice memos and voice recordings are assigned file names as follows.• Files are s

133Technical NotesCaring for the CameraTo ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the following precautions when using or storing th

134Caring for the CameraTechnical NotesB The Self-timer Lamp/AF-assist Illuminator LEDThe light-emitting diode (LED; A 4, 33, 123) used in the self-ti

135Caring for the CameraTechnical NotesCleaningDo not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals.StorageTurn the camera off when not in use. Ch

1IntroductionIntroductionAbout This ManualThank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX P80 digital camera. This manual was written to help you enjoy

136Technical NotesError MessagesThe following table lists the error messages and other warnings displayed in the monitor, as well as the solutions for

137Error MessagesTechnical NotesNOut of memory.Memory card is full. • Choose lower image quality or smaller image size.• Delete pictures or sound file

138Error MessagesTechnical NotesNCannot record movie.Time out error while recording movie.Choose memory card with faster write speed.131NMemory contai

139Error MessagesTechnical Notes* See the documentation provided with your printer for further guidance and information.PCommunications errorUSB cable

140Technical NotesTroubleshootingIf the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer

141TroubleshootingTechnical NotesElectronically Controlled CamerasIn extremely rare instances, unusual characters may appear in the monitor and the ca

142TroubleshootingTechnical NotesShootingProblem Cause/Solution ACamera does not shoot when shutter-release button is pressed.• When camera is in play

143TroubleshootingTechnical NotesDigital zoom cannot be used. • Digital zoom in the setup menu is set to Off.• Digital zoom is not available in the fo

144TroubleshootingTechnical NotesPlaybackPictures are too dark (underexposed).• Use the flash for shooting pictures.• Flash is off.• Flash window is b

145TroubleshootingTechnical NotesCannot record or playback voice memo.• Voice memos cannot be appended to movies.• Voice memos cannot be appended to p

2IntroductionInformation and PrecautionsLife-Long LearningAs part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product support and education,

146Technical NotesSpecificationsNikon COOLPIX P80 Digital CameraTypeCompact digital cameraEffective pixels10.1 millionImage sensor1/2.33-in. CCD; tota

147SpecificationsTechnical NotesImage size (pixels)ISO sensitivity(Standard output sensitivity)ISO 64, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 2000, 3200, 6400, Aut

148SpecificationsTechnical Notes* Based on Camera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA) standards for measuring the life of camera batteries. Measur

149Technical NotesSupported Standards• DCF: Design Rule for Camera File System is a standard widely used in the digital camera industry to ensure comp

150Technical NotesIndexSymbolsA Aperture-priority auto 48, 51k Apply selection button 5E Audio playback mode 70A Auto mode 22–29l Delete button 5, 28c

151IndexTechnical NotesD-Lighting 57DPOF 149DSCN 132Dusk/dawn i 41EElectronic VR 65Error messages 136–139Exif version 2.2 149Exposure compensation 37E

152IndexTechnical NotesOOptimize image 91PPanorama 44–45Panorama assist p 44Party/indoor f 40PictBridge 78–84, 149Playback 28, 54–59full-frame 28, 29m

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3Information and PrecautionsIntroductionNotice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or ReproductionNote that simply being in possession of material that

4IntroductionParts of the CameraThe Camera Body12118796345101 213Built-in flash raised1 Power switch/Power-on lamp ...172 Mode dial...

5Parts of the CameraIntroduction14 1516 17 181213109781121 3 4 651 Eyelet for camera strap ...132 x (monitor) button ...

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6Parts of the CameraIntroductionThe MonitorThe following indicators may appear in the monitor during shooting and playback (actual display varies with

7Parts of the CameraIntroductionPlayback* Differs according to the selected option.1 Date of recording...182 Tim

8IntroductionBasic OperationsThe Mode DialAlign the mode icon with the mark next to the mode dial.A Auto(A 22): Choose this simple “point-and-shoot” m

9Basic OperationsIntroductionThe Command DialYou can rotate the command dial to select items from a menu screen or to select and configure any of the

10Basic OperationsIntroductionThe Multi SelectorThis section describes standard uses of the multi selector to select modes, select menu options and to

11Basic OperationsIntroductionThe d ButtonPress d to display the menu for the selected mode. Use the multi selector to navigate the menus (A 10). Menu

12Basic OperationsIntroductionThe s ButtonTo hide or show monitor indicators during shooting and playback, press s.With ShootingCurrent settings Frami

13Basic OperationsIntroductionx (Monitor) ButtonEach press of x (monitor) switches to the LCD monitor or electronic viewfinder. Switch to the one that

14First StepsFirst StepsCharging the BatteryCharge the supplied Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL5 with the supplied Battery Charger MH-61 before firs

15Charging the BatteryFirst Steps3 When the charging is complete, remove the battery and unplug the power cable from the electrical outlet.B The Batte

iIntroductionFirst StepsABasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeCShooting Suited for the ScenedSport Continuous ModePSAMP, S, A and M modescMore on

16First StepsInserting the BatteryInsert a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL5 (supplied) into the camera. Charge the battery before first use or when

17Inserting the BatteryFirst StepsRemoving the BatteryTurn the camera off and confirm that the power-on lamp and monitor are off before removing the b

18First StepsSetting Display Language, Date and TimeA language-selection dialog is displayed the first time the camera is turned on. 1 Press the power

19Setting Display Language, Date and TimeFirst Steps5 Select your home time zone (A 119) and press k.6 Edit the date.• Press the multi selector H or I

20First StepsInserting Memory CardsPictures are stored in the camera’s internal memory (approx. 50 MB) or on removable Secure Digital (SD) memory card

21Inserting Memory CardsFirst StepsRemoving Memory CardsBefore removing memory cards, turn the camera off and confirm that the power-on lamp and monit

22Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeStep 1 Turn the Camera On and Select A (Auto) ModeThis section des

23Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select A (Auto) ModeBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeIndicators Displayed in A (Auto) ModeD Note on the FlashW

24Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeStep 2 Frame a Picture1 Ready the camera.Hold the camera steadily in both hands, keeping your fingers and o

25Step 2 Frame a PictureBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeDigital Zoom and Image QualityWhen the camera is zoomed in to the maximum optical zoo

iiFor Your SafetyTo prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety b

26Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeStep 3 Focus and Shoot1 Press the shutter-release button halfway.The camera automatically focuses on the su

27Step 3 Focus and ShootBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeB During RecordingWhile images are being recorded, the O (wait) icon will be displaye

28Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeStep 4 Viewing and Deleting PicturesViewing Pictures (Playback Mode)Press c.The last picture shot will be d

29Step 4 Viewing and Deleting PicturesBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeC Playback ModeThe following options are available in full-frame playba

30Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeUsing the FlashIn dark locations or when the subject is backlit, you can shoot pictures with flash by raisi

31Using the FlashBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeSetting the Flash Mode1 Press the X (flash pop-up) button to raise the built-in flash.When t

32Using the FlashBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeB Lowering the Built-in FlashWhen not using the built-in flash, gently push to lower the fla

33Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeShooting with the Self-timerThe camera is equipped with a ten-second and two-second timer for self-portrait

34Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeChoosing a Focus ModeChoose a focus mode according to the subject and composition.Focus Modes Available in

35Choosing a Focus ModeBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeSetting the Focus Mode1 Press p (focus mode).The focus menu is displayed.2 Use the mul

iiiFor Your SafetyObserve caution when handling the batteryThe battery may leak or explode if improperly handled. Observe the following precautions wh

36Choosing a Focus ModeBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeUsing Manual Focus1 Press p (focus mode) to display the focus menu.• Use the multi sel

37Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeExposure CompensationExposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera

38Shooting Suited for the SceneShooting Suited for the SceneShooting in the Scene ModeCamera settings are automatically optimized for the selected sub

39Shooting in the Scene ModeShooting Suited for the SceneFeatures* Other settings can be selected.* Other settings can be selected.C Icons Used for De

40Shooting in the Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene1Fill flash with slow sync and red-eye reduction.2Other settings can be selected.1Fill flash

41Shooting in the Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene* Other settings can be selected.* Other settings can be selected.* Other settings can be sel

42Shooting in the Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene* Other settings can be selected. Note that the flash may be unable to light entire subject a

43Shooting in the Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene1Other settings can be selected.2Also D (macro close-up) can be selected.* Other settings can

44Shooting in the Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene1Other settings can be selected.2D (macro close-up) or B (infinity) can also be selected.Shoo

45Shooting in the Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene3 Shoot the first picture.The first picture is displayed in the first third of the monitor.4

ivFor Your SafetyUse appropriate cablesWhen connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for the pur

Sport Continuous Mode46Sport Continuous ModeShooting in Sport Continuous ModeSports continuous mode allows rapid, continuous shooting while you press

Sport Continuous Mode47Sport Continuous MenuIn the sport continuous menu, you can select the continuous shooting type and the image quality and image

48P, S, A and M modesP, S, A and M modesShooting in P, S, A, and M ModesBy rotating the mode dial, you can shoot pictures in the following four exposu

49P, S, A and M modesP (Programmed Auto) ModeShoot pictures with shutter speed and aperture value set automatically by the camera (A 48).1 Rotate the

50P, S, A and M modesS (Shutter-Priority Auto) ModeSet the shutter speed and shoot pictures (A 48).1 Rotate the mode dial to S.2 Rotate the command di

51P, S, A and M modesA (Aperture-Priority Auto) ModeSet the aperture value and shoot pictures (A 48).1 Rotate the mode dial to A.2 Rotate the command

52P, S, A and M modesM (Manual) ModeSet the shutter speed and aperture value, and shoot pictures (A 48).1 Rotate the mode dial to M.2 Press the multi

P, S, A and M modes53M (Manual) Mode5 Rotate the command dial to choose an aperture value.Repeat steps 2 to 5 to modify shutter speed and aperture set

54More on PlaybackMore on PlaybackViewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail PlaybackRotate the zoom control to f (h) (thumbnail playback) in full-frame pla

55More on PlaybackTaking a Closer Look: Playback ZoomRotating the zoom control to g (i) during full-frame playback mode (A 28) zooms the current pictu

vNoticesNotice for Customers in the U.S.A.Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference StatementThis equipment has been tested

56More on PlaybackEditing PicturesUse the COOLPIX P80 to edit pictures in-camera and store them as separate files (A 132). The editing features descri

More on Playback57Editing PicturesEnhancing Brightness and Contrast: D-LightingD-Lighting can be used to create copies with enhanced brightness and co

58Editing PicturesMore on PlaybackCreating a Cropped Copy: CropThis function is only available when u is displayed in the monitor with playback zoom (

More on Playback59Editing Picturesg Resizing Pictures: Small PictureCreate a small copy of the current picture. Small copies are stored as JPEG files

60Editing PicturesMore on PlaybackAdding Black Frame on Pictures: Black BorderThis function creates copies with Thin, Medium, or Broad black lines, al

61More on PlaybackVoice Memos: Recording and PlaybackUse the camera’s built-in microphone to record voice memos for pictures marked with n in full-fra

Movies62MoviesRecording MoviesTo shoot movies with sound recorded via the built-in microphone, follow the steps below.1 Rotate the mode dial to D.Expo

63MoviesThe Movie MenuMovie options, Autofocus mode and Electronic VR settings can be changed from the movie menu. Press d in movie mode to display th

64The Movie MenuMoviesC Movie Options and Maximum Movie Length and Frames* Movies can be as long as free space in the internal memory or on the memory

65The Movie MenuMoviesAutofocus modeChoose how the camera focuses in movie mode.Electronic VREnable or disable electronic VR for movie recording.At se

viNoticesNotice for customers in CanadaCAUTIONThis Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.ATTENTIONCet appareil numérique de la cla

66The Movie MenuMovies2 Choose Time-lapse movieP and press k.3 Choose the interval between shots and press k.Choose from intervals between 30 seconds

67MoviesMovie PlaybackIn full-frame playback mode (A 28), movies are recognized by movie options (A 63). To play a movie, display it in full-frame pla

68Voice RecordingsVoice RecordingsMaking Voice RecordingsAudio voice recordings can be recorded over the built-in microphone and played back over the

69Making Voice RecordingsVoice RecordingsOperations During Recording* The copied files can be played back using QuickTime or any other WAV-compatible

70Voice RecordingsPlaying Voice Recordings1 Press c in the voice recording screen (A 68, step 3).2 Use the multi selector to choose the desired sound

71Playing Voice RecordingsVoice RecordingsOperations During PlaybackUse the zoom control g (i)/f (h) to adjust audio playback volume.Use the command d

72Voice RecordingsCopying Voice RecordingsCopy voice recordings between the internal memory and a memory card. This option is available only when a me

73Connecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting to a TVConnect the camera to a televisi

74Connecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting to a ComputerWhen the camera is connected to a computer using the supplied USB cable, pi

75Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersTransferring Pictures from the Camera to a Computer1 Start the computer to

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76Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers5 Transfer pictures when Nikon Transfer has finished loading.Click Start Tr

77Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersD Using Standard OS Operations to Open Image/Sound Files• Navigate to the f

78Connecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting to a PrinterUsers of PictBridge-compatible (A 149) printers can connect the camera direc

79Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting the Camera and Printer1 Turn off the camera.2 Turn on the printer

80Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersPrinting Pictures One at a TimeAfter connecting the camera to the printer co

81Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers6 Choose Start print and press k.7 Printing starts.Monitor display returns t

82Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers4 Choose Print selection, Print all images or DPOF printing and press k.Prin

83Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers5 Printing starts.Monitor display returns to the print menu (step 2) when pr

84Connecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersCreating a DPOF Print Order: Print SetThe Print set option in the playback menu is used to create d

85Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print SetConnecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers5 Choose whether or not to also print shooting date and photo