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
78Shooting FeaturesAF area modeSmile timer (A64)The camera captures images using face detection regardless of the applied AF area mode option.Focus mo
79Shooting FeaturesB Notes About Digital Zoom• Depending on the shooting mode or the current settings, digital zoom may not be available (E67).• When
80Shooting FeaturesThe focus area varies depending on the shooting mode.Using the Target Finding AFIn A (auto) mode, or when AF area mode (A73) in j,
81Shooting FeaturesUsing Face DetectionIn the following settings, the camera uses face detection to automatically focus on human faces.• s (night port
82Shooting FeaturesUsing Skin SofteningWhen the shutter is released while using one of the shooting modes listed below, the camera detects human faces
83Shooting FeaturesFocus LockUse focus lock to capture creative compositions even when the focus area is set to the center of the frame.1 Position the
84Playback FeaturesPlayback FeaturesMoving the zoom control toward g (i) in full-frame playback mode (A36) zooms in on the image.• You can change the
85Playback FeaturesMoving the zoom control toward f (h) in full-frame playback mode (A36) displays images as thumbnails.• You can change the number of
86Playback FeaturesWhen viewing images in full-frame playback mode or thumbnail playback mode, you can configure the playback menu settings listed bel
87Playback Features1Edited images are saved as separate files. Some images may not be edited.2Select an image on the image selection screen. See “Usin
ixIntroductionwires become exposed, take it to a Nikon-authorized service representative for inspection. Failure to observe these precautions could re
88Playback FeaturesUsing the Screen for Selecting ImagesWhen an image selection screen such as the one shown on the right is displayed while operating
89Recording and Playing Back MoviesRecording and Playing Back Movies1 Display the shooting screen.• Check the remaining amount of movie recording time
90Recording and Playing Back MoviesB Maximum Movie LengthIndividual movie files cannot exceed 4 GB in size or 29 minutes in length, even when there is
91Recording and Playing Back MoviesB Notes About Using Zoom During Movie Recording• The zoom indicator is not displayed during movie recording.• There
92Recording and Playing Back MoviesSaving Still Images While Recording MoviesIf the shutter-release button is pressed all the way while recording a mo
93Recording and Playing Back MoviesFunctions That Can Be Set with the d Button (Movie Menu)The settings of the menu options listed below can be config
94Recording and Playing Back MoviesFunctions Available During PlaybackRotate the multi selector or the command dial to advance or rewind.Playback cont
General Camera Setup95General Camera SetupThe settings of the menu options listed below can be configured.Functions That Can Be Set with the d Button
96General Camera SetupAuto offAllows you to set the amount of time that passes before the monitor turns off to save power.E69Format memory/Format card
97Using the Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) FunctionUsing the Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) FunctionYou can perform the following functions if you install the dedicated s
xIntroductionNotices for Customers in the U.S.A.IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS -SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
98Using the Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) Function1 Use the multi selector HI to select Connect to smart device and press the k button.• See “Notes About Wi-Fi
99Using the Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) FunctionTo Terminate the Wi-Fi Connection• Turn off the camera.• Set the Wi-Fi setting on the smart device to Off.B N
100Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or PrinterConnecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or PrinterYou can enhance your enjoyment of images and
101Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or PrinterViewing images on a TV E13Images and movies captured with the camera can be viewed on a TV.Conne
102Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or PrinterInstall ViewNX 2 to upload, view, edit, and share photos and movies.Installing ViewNX 2An Intern
103Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or PrinterTransferring Images to the Computer1 Choose how images will be copied to the computer.Choose one
104Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer2 Transfer images to the computer.• Click Start Transfer.• At default settings, all the images o
E1The Reference Section provides detailed information and hints about using the camera.ShootingUsing Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playback)...
Reference SectionE2Shooting with Easy Panorama1 Select W Normal (180°) or X Wide (360°) as the shooting range and press the k button.• When the camera
Reference SectionE34 Move the camera in one of the four directions until the guide indicator reaches the end.• When the camera detects which direction
xiIntroductionNotice for Customers in the State of CaliforniaWARNINGHandling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the
Reference SectionE4Viewing Images Captured with Easy PanoramaSwitch to playback mode (A36), display an image captured using easy panorama in full-fram
Reference SectionE5Viewing Images in a SequenceImages captured continuously are saved as a sequence.The first image of a sequence is used as the key p
Reference SectionE6Deleting Images in a SequenceWhen the l button is pressed for images in a sequence, the images that are deleted vary depending on h
Reference SectionE7Before Editing ImagesYou can easily edit images on this camera. Edited copies are saved as separate files. Edited copies are saved
Reference SectionE8k Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and SaturationUse the multi selector HI to select the desired effect level and press the k butt
Reference SectionE9e Skin Softening: Softening Skin Tones1 Use the multi selector HI to select the desired effect level and press the k button.• To ex
Reference SectionE10p Filter Effects: Applying Digital Filter Effects1 Use the multi selector HI to select the desired filter effect and press the k b
Reference SectionE112 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
Reference SectionE12a Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy1 Move the zoom control to enlarge the image (A84).2 Refine copy composition and press the d button
Reference SectionE131 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
xiiIntroductionThis product is controlled by the United States Export Administration Regulations, and you are required to obtain permission from the U
Reference SectionE14Users of PictBridge-compatible printers can connect the camera directly to the printer and print images without using a computer.C
Reference SectionE154 The camera is automatically turned on.• The PictBridge startup screen (1) is displayed in the camera monitor, followed by the Pr
Reference SectionE163 Select the desired number of copies (up to 9) and press the k button.4 Select Paper size and press the k button.5 Select the des
Reference SectionE17Printing Multiple Images1 When the Print selection screen is displayed, press the d button.2 Use the multi selector HI to select P
Reference SectionE18Print selectionSelect images (up to 99) and the number of copies (up to 9) of each.• Use the multi selector JK to select images, a
E19Reference SectionWhen editing movies, use a sufficiently charged battery to prevent the camera from turning off during editing. When the battery le
E20Reference 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
E21Reference SectionImage QualitySet the image quality (compression ratio) used when saving images.Lower compression ratios result in higher quality i
E22Reference SectionImage SizeSet the image size (number of pixels) used when saving JPEG images.The larger the image size, the larger the size at whi
E23Reference SectionPicture Control (COOLPIX Picture Control) (Changing the Settings for Image Recording)Change the settings for image recording accor
xiiiIntroductionand meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65 and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposur
E24Reference SectionCustomizing Existing COOLPIX Picture Controls: Quick Adjust and Manual AdjustCOOLPIX Picture Control can be customized using Quick
E25Reference SectionTypes of Quick Adjust and Manual AdjustOption DescriptionQuick adjust 1Adjusts the sharpness, contrast and saturation levels autom
E26Reference Section1Quick adjust is not available in Neutral, Monochrome, Custom 1 and Custom 2. The values set manually are disabled if quick adjust
E27Reference SectionCustom Picture Control (COOLPIX Custom Picture Control)Customize the settings of COOLPIX Picture Control (E24) and register them i
E28Reference SectionWhite Balance (Adjusting Hue)Adjust white balance to suit the light source or weather conditions in order to make the colors in im
E29Reference SectionC Color TemperatureColor temperature is an objective measure of colors of light sources which are expressed in the unit of absolut
E30Reference SectionUsing Preset ManualUse the procedure below to measure the white balance value under the lighting used during shooting.1 Place a wh
E31Reference SectionMeteringThe process of measuring the brightness of the subject to determine the exposure is known as “metering.” Use this option t
E32Reference SectionContinuous ShootingRotate the mode dial to j, k, l, m or M M d button M j, k, l, m or M tab (A13) M ContinuousOption DescriptionUS
E33Reference SectionB Notes About Continuous Shooting• Focus, exposure and white balance are fixed at the values determined with the first shot in eac
xivIntroductionPrecautions when Using Radio TransmissionsAlways keep in mind that radio transmission or reception of data is subject to interception b
E34Reference SectionC Pre-shooting CacheWhen the shutter-release button is pressed halfway or all the way down, images are saved in the manner describ
E35Reference 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 set
E36Reference SectionISO SensitivityHigher ISO sensitivity allows darker subjects to be captured. Additionally, even with subjects of similar brightnes
E37Reference SectionExposure BracketingThe exposure (brightness) can be changed automatically during continuous shooting. This is effective for shooti
E38Reference SectionAF Area ModeChange the method of how the camera selects the focus area for autofocus.Rotate the mode dial to j, k, l, m or M M d b
E39Reference 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
E40Reference SectionUsing Subject Tracking1 Use the multi selector HI to select s Subject tracking, and press the k button. • Press the d button after
E41Reference SectionAutofocus ModeSelect how the camera focuses when shooting still images.B Notes About Autofocus ModeThe setting may not be changed
E42Reference SectionNoise Reduction FilterSet the strength of the noise reduction function that is normally performed when saving images.Active D-Ligh
E43Reference SectionMultiple ExposureThe camera combines two to three images and saves them as a single image.B Notes About Multiple Exposure• It may
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E44Reference Section2 Select On, and then press the k button.3 Press the d button to display the shooting screen.4 Press the shutter-release button to
E45Reference SectionZoom MemoryB Notes About Zoom Operation• When more than one focal length has been set, move the zoom control to switch to the foca
E46Reference SectionStartup Zoom PositionSet the zoom position (equivalent to focal length/angle of view in 35mm [135] format) for when the camera is
E47Reference SectionSee “Editing Still Images“ (E7) for information about image editing functions.a Print Order (Creating a DPOF Print Order)If you co
E48Reference Section3 Select whether or not to print shooting date and shooting information.• Select Date and press the k button to print the shooting
E49Reference Sectionb Slide ShowPlay back images one by one in an automated “slide show.” When movie files (A93) are played back in the slide show, on
E50Reference Sectiond ProtectThe camera protects selected images from accidental deletion.Select images to protect or cancel protection for previously
E51Reference SectionE Voice MemoVoice memos can be recorded and attached to images.Recording Voice Memos• Press and hold the k button to record (up to
E52Reference Sectionh Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory and Memory Card)Copy images or movies between the internal memory and a memory card.1 Use the
E53Reference SectionC Sequence Display OptionsSelect the method used to display images in the sequence (E5).Settings are applied to all sequences, and
xviIntroductionShooting Features... 39A (Auto) Mode ..
E54Reference SectionMovie OptionsSelect the desired movie option to record.Select normal speed movie options to record at normal speed, or HS movie op
E55Reference SectionHS Movie OptionsRecorded movies are played back in fast or slow motion.See “Playing Back in Slow Motion and Fast Motion” (E56) for
E56Reference SectionC Playing Back in Slow Motion and Fast MotionWhen recording at normal speed:When recording at h/u HS 480/4×:Movies are recorded at
E57Reference SectionAutofocus ModeSet how the camera focuses when recording movies.C Notes About Autofocus Mode• When an HS movie option is selected i
E58Reference SectionConfigure the Wi-Fi (wireless LAN) settings to connect the camera and a smart device.The Wi-Fi Options Menud button M q (Wi-Fi opt
E59Reference SectionOperating the Text Input Keyboard• Use the multi selector HIJK or rotate it to select alphanumeric characters. Press the k button
E60Reference SectionWelcome ScreenConfigure the welcome screen that is displayed when you turn on the camera.The Setup MenuPress the d button M z tab
E61Reference SectionTime Zone and DateSet the camera clock.Press the d button M z tab (A13) M Time zone and dateOption DescriptionDate and time• Selec
E62Reference SectionSetting 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
E63Reference SectionMonitor SettingsB Notes About View/Hide Framing GridWhen the enlarged center of the image is displayed in E (manual focus), the fr
xviiIntroductionGeneral Camera Setup... 95Functions That Can B
E64Reference SectionPrint Date (Imprinting Date and Time on Images)The shooting date and time can be imprinted on the images when shooting, allowing t
E65Reference SectionVibration ReductionSet to reduce the effects of camera shake while shooting.Set Vibration reduction to Off when using a tripod to
E66Reference SectionMotion DetectionEnable motion detection to reduce the effects of subject movement and camera shake when shooting still images.B No
E67Reference SectionDigital ZoomB Notes About Digital Zoom• Digital zoom cannot be used in the following scene modes.- Scene auto selector, Portrait,
E68Reference SectionAssign Side Zoom ControlChoose the function to be performed during shooting when the side zoom control is moved.B Notes About Snap
E69Reference SectionSound SettingsAuto OffSet the amount of time that elapses before the camera enters standby mode (A27).You can select 30 s, 1 min (
E70Reference SectionFormat Memory/Format CardUse this option to format the internal memory or a memory card.Formatting the internal memory or memory c
E71Reference SectionTV SettingsAdjust settings for connection to a TV.C HDMI and HDMI-CECHDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a multimedia i
E72Reference SectionCharge by ComputerB Notes About Charging with a Computer• When connected to a computer, the camera automatically turns on and star
E73Reference SectionToggle Av/Tv SelectionSwitch the method for setting the flexible program, shutter speed or aperture value when shooting mode is se
xviiiIntroductionEditing Movies ... E19
E74Reference SectionBlink WarningSelect whether or not the camera detects human subjects that have blinked using face detection (A81) when shooting in
E75Reference SectionEye-Fi UploadB Notes About Eye-Fi Cards• Note that images will not be uploaded if signal strength is insufficient even if Enable i
E76Reference SectionPeakingReset AllWhen Reset is selected, the camera’s settings are restored to their default values.• Some settings, such as Time z
E77Reference SectionRefer to the table below if an error message is displayed.Error MessagesDisplay Cause/Solution ABattery temperature is elevated. T
E78Reference SectionImage cannot be saved.An error occurred while saving the image.Insert a new memory card or format the internal memory or memory ca
E79Reference SectionAll images are hidden.• There are no images available for a slide show, etc.• There are no images that can be displayed on the ima
E80Reference Section* See the documentation provided with your printer for further guidance and information.Printer error: check printer status.After
E81Reference SectionImages, movies, or voice memos are assigned file names as follows.File Names(1) IdentifierNot shown on camera monitor.DSCNOriginal
E82Reference SectionAvailability may vary with country or region.See our website or brochures for the latest information.Optional AccessoriesBattery c
F1Caring for the Products...F2The Camera...
xixIntroductionTime Zone and Date ...
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) for recommended memory cards.• Observ
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
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 IndexF9Camera turns off without warning.• The camera automatically turns off to save power (auto off function).• The camera or bat
Technical Notes and IndexF10Shooting IssuesNo information displayed in monitor.Shooting and photo information may be hidden. Press the s button until
Technical Notes and IndexF11No image captured when the shutter-release button is pressed.• When the camera is in playback mode, press the c button, sh
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Technical Notes and IndexF12Flash does not fire.• A shooting mode where the flash cannot fire is selected.• A function that restricts the flash is ena
Technical Notes and IndexF13Images are too bright (overexposed).Adjust exposure compensation. 69Unexpected results when flash set to V (auto with red-
Technical Notes and IndexF14Playback IssuesCannot select a setting/Selected setting is disabled.• Certain menu items are unavailable depending on the
Technical Notes and IndexF15Wi-FiNikon Transfer 2 does not start when camera is connected to a computer.• The camera is off.• The battery is exhausted
F16Technical Notes and IndexNikon COOLPIX P600 Digital CameraSpecificationsType Compact digital cameraNumber of effective pixels16.1 millionImage sens
F17Technical Notes and IndexStorageMediaInternal memory (approx. 56 MB)SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cardFile system DCF, Exif 2.3 and DPOF compliantFile format
F18Technical Notes and IndexBuilt-in flashRange (approx.) (ISO sensitivity: Auto)[W]: 0.5 - 7.5 m (1 ft 8 in. - 24 ft)[T]: 1.5 - 4.0 m (5 - 13 ft)Flas
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)
F20Technical Notes and IndexRechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL23Charging AC Adapter EH-71PB Specifications• Nikon will not be held liable for any error
F21Technical Notes and IndexAVC Patent Portfolio LicenseThis product is licensed under the AVC Patent Portfolio License for the personal and non-comme
1Parts of the Camera and Main FunctionsParts of the Camera and Main FunctionsThe Camera Body1 414 15111091278133526Flash raised1 Eyelet for camera str
F22Technical Notes and IndexTrademark Information• Microsoft, Windows and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Co
F23Technical Notes and IndexSymbolsl Aperture-priority auto mode... 52, 54k Apply selection
F24Technical Notes and IndexBrightness ... 95, E63BSS... 45, E33Button sound...
F25Technical Notes and IndexFormat memory cards... 24, 96, E70Format the internal memory...
F26Technical Notes and IndexMuseum l... 45NNoise reduction filter ... 73, E42Nostalgic sepia...
F27Technical Notes and IndexSingle AF... 73, 93, E41, E57Skin softening... 82, 86, E9Slide show ... 86, E49Slow mo
FX4A01(11)6MN34811-01No reproduction in any form of this manual, in whole or in part (except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews), may
2Parts of the Camera and Main Functions* Also referred to as the “multi selector“ in this manual.1 391110 14 1512 132 4 5 87616 171Side zoom control..
3Parts of the Camera and Main FunctionsPrinciple Functions of the ControlsFor ShootingControl Main Function AMode dialChange the shooting mode. 30Zoom
4Parts of the Camera and Main FunctionsShutter-release buttonWhen pressed halfway (i.e., if you stop pressing when you feel resistance slightly): Set
5Parts of the Camera and Main FunctionsFor PlaybackControl Main Function Ac (playback) button•When the camera is turned off, press and hold this butto
6Parts of the Camera and Main Functionsl (delete) buttonDelete images. 37x (monitor) buttonSwitch between the monitor and viewfinder. 9s (display) but
7Parts of the Camera and Main FunctionsAttaching the Camera Strap and Lens CapAttach the Lens Cap LC-CP29 to the strap, and then attach the strap to t
iIntroductionParts of the Camera and Main FunctionsThe Basics of Shooting and PlaybackShooting FeaturesPlayback FeaturesRecording and Playing Back Mov
8Parts 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
9Parts of the Camera and Main FunctionsSwitching Between the Monitor and Viewfinder (x Button)You can use the viewfinder when bright light under the o
10Parts of the Camera and Main FunctionsSwitching the Monitor Display (s Button)To switch the information displayed in the monitor during shooting and
11Parts of the Camera and Main FunctionsFor PlaybackShow informationDisplay the image and photo information.Tone level information*(except movies)Disp
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 (A95), 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, 312Flash mode ...603Fo
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iiIntroductionIntroductionThank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX P600 digital camera. Before using the camera, please read the information in “For
18Parts of the Camera and Main Functions1You can check for loss of contrast detail in highlights and shadows from the histogram that is displayed, or
20The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackThe Basics of Shooting and Playback1 Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.2 Insert the battery.• Push
21The 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
22The Basics of Shooting and Playback1 Prepare the included charging AC adapter.If a plug adapter* is included with your camera, attach the plug adapt
23The Basics of Shooting and Playback3 Disconnect the charging AC adapter from the electrical outlet and then disconnect the USB cable.B Notes About C
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“ (A8) 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
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
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, h, and m).•
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 (A39)Used for general shooting.y, X, s, c (Scene) modes (A40)Camera settings
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
ivIntroductionInformation and PrecautionsLife-Long LearningAs part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product support and education
38The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackOperating the Erase Selected Images Screen1 Use the multi selector J K to select an image to be deleted, and then
39Shooting FeaturesShooting FeaturesUsed for general shooting.• The camera detects the main subject and focuses on it. If a human face is detected, th
40Shooting FeaturesWhen a scene is selected, camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected scene.1The camera focuses on the area in the
41Shooting FeaturesTo View a Description (Help Display) of Each SceneSelect a scene and move the zoom control (A1) toward g (j) to view a description
42Shooting Featuress Night portrait• Press the d button to select Y Hand-held or Z Tripod in Night portrait.• One image is captured at a slow shutter
43Shooting Featuresy M x Scene auto selector• When you point the camera at the subject, the camera automatically selects the optimum scene mode from t
44Shooting Featuresy M f Party/indoor• To avoid the effects of camera shake, hold the camera steady. Set Vibration reduction (A95) to Off in the setup
45Shooting Featuresy M u Food• The focus mode (A65) setting is changed to D (macro close-up) and the camera automatically zooms to the closest positio
46Shooting FeaturesB Notes About HDR• Use of a tripod is recommended. Set Vibration reduction (A95) in the setup menu to Off when using a tripod to st
47Shooting FeaturesB Notes About Printing Panorama ImagesThe entire image may not be able to be printed depending on the printer’s settings. Additiona
vIntroductionAbout the Manuals• No part of the manuals included with this product may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval s
48Shooting FeaturesB Pet Portrait Auto Release• Press the multi selector J (n) to change the Pet portrait auto release settings.- Y: The camera automa
49Shooting Featuresy 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
50Shooting FeaturesEffects can be applied to images during shooting.Press the d button to display the special effects menu and select an effect using
51Shooting Features* Some effects cannot be selected depending on the setting of Movie options (A93).Functions Available in Special Effects Mode• Flas
52Shooting FeaturesImages can be shot with greater control by setting the shooting menu (A72) items in addition to setting the shutter speed or apertu
53Shooting FeaturesExposureThe procedure for shooting images at the desired brightness (exposure) by adjusting the shutter speed or aperture value is
54Shooting Featuresj (Programmed auto)Use for automatic control of the exposure by the camera.•Different combinations of shutter speed and aperture va
55Shooting FeaturesB Notes About Shooting• When zooming is performed after the exposure is set, exposure combinations or aperture value may be changed
56Shooting FeaturesThe Control Range of the Shutter SpeedThe control range of the shutter speed differs depending on the zoom position, aperture, or I
57Shooting FeaturesSetting combinations that are frequently used for shooting (User settings) can be saved in M. Shooting is possible in j (programmed
viIntroductionDisposing of Data Storage DevicesPlease note that deleting images or formatting data storage devices such as memory cards or built-in ca
58Shooting FeaturesSaving Settings in M Mode (Save User Settings)The frequently used settings for shooting can be changed and saved in M.1 Rotate the
59Shooting FeaturesThe functions that are available vary with the shooting mode, as shown below.1Availability depends on the setting. See “Default Set
60Shooting 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
61Shooting FeaturesB The Flash LampThe status of the flash can be confirmed by pressing the shutter-release button halfway.• On: The flash fires when
62Shooting FeaturesC The Flash Mode Setting• The available flash modes differ depending on the shooting mode.* Availability depends on the setting. Se
63Shooting FeaturesUsing the Self-timerThe camera is equipped with a self-timer that releases the shutter about 10 seconds or 2 seconds after you pres
64Shooting FeaturesShooting Smiling Faces Automatically (Smile Timer)When the camera detects a smiling face, you can take an image automatically witho
65Shooting FeaturesUsing Focus ModeSet the focus mode according to the distance to the subject.1 Press the multi selector I (D).2 Select the desired f
66Shooting FeaturesAvailable Focus ModesB Notes About Shooting with the FlashThe flash may be unable to light the entire subject at distances of less
67Shooting FeaturesTaking Images with Manual FocusAvailable when the shooting mode is j, k, l, m or M, special effects mode, or Sports or Bird-watchin
viiIntroductionTo prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety bef
68Shooting 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
69Shooting FeaturesAdjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation)You can adjust overall image brightness.1 Press the multi selector K (o).2 Select a com
70Shooting FeaturesDefault SettingsThe default settings for each shooting mode are described below.Shooting modeFlash mode(A60)Self-timer(A63)Focus mo
71Shooting Features1Smile timer can also be selected.2E (manual focus) cannot be selected.3The flash is fixed at W (off) when High ISO monochrome is s
72Shooting FeaturesThe settings listed below can be changed by pressing the d button during shooting.Common OptionsFor j, k, l, m, M modesFunctions Th
73Shooting FeaturesMeteringAllows you to set the method that the camera uses to measure the brightness of the subject.• Default setting: MatrixE31Cont
74Shooting FeaturesReset user settingsAllows you to reset the settings saved to mode dial M.58Zoom memoryWhen the zoom control is moved, the zoom posi
75Shooting FeaturesThe following functions can be also set by pressing the w (function) button instead of displaying the corresponding menu by pressin
76Shooting FeaturesSome functions cannot be used with other menu settings.Functions That Cannot Be Used SimultaneouslyRestricted functionSetting Descr
77Shooting FeaturesContinuous/Exposure bracketingContinuous (A73)/Exposure bracketing (A73)Continuous and Exposure bracketing are not available simult
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