Nikon COOLPIX-P100 User Manual Page 1

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viiiTable of ContentsSetting the Focus Mode ...

88Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)More on Shooting2Choose the interval taken between each shot and press the k button.• The maximum

89Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)More on ShootingH Auto BracketingThe camera automatically varies exposure slightly over a burst of

90Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)More on ShootingG AF-Area ModeChoose how the focus area is determined for autofocus.When digital z

91Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)More on ShootingD More Information• See “Autofocus” (A31) for more information.• See “Functions th

92Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)More on Shooting2Press the shutter-release button halfway.• The camera focuses on the face framed

93Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)More on ShootingI Autofocus ModeChoose how the camera focuses.C Note on Autofocus ModeThis feature

94Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)More on ShootingM Noise ReductionAt slow shutter speeds, pictures may be affected by “noise” in th

95Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)More on ShootingJ Active D-Lighting“Active D-Lighting” preserves details in highlights and shadows

96Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)More on ShootingFunctions that Cannot be Applied SimultaneouslyCertain settings in the shooting me

97Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)More on ShootingB More InformationSee “Notes on Digital Zoom” (A164) for more information.Continuo

ixTable of ContentsViewing Continuously Shot Pictures (Pictures in a sequence) ...102Viewing Multiple Pictur

98More on ShootingUsing M (User Setting Mode)Settings that are frequently used for A, B, C and D shooting modes can be saved in mode dial M.Rotating t

99Using M (User Setting Mode)More on ShootingSave the Settings in M1Rotate the mode dial to the desired exposure mode.• Rotate to A, B, C or D.•Settin

100Using M (User Setting Mode)More on ShootingResetting Saved SettingsThe saved setting will revert back to the default setting of shooting mode A.1Ch

101More on PlaybackMore on PlaybackOperations in Full-Frame PlaybackIn shooting mode, press the c (playback) button to enter playback mode and play ba

102Operations in Full-Frame PlaybackMore on PlaybackViewing Continuously Shot Pictures (Pictures in a sequence)Pictures that were shot continuously in

103Operations in Full-Frame PlaybackMore on PlaybackDeleting Pictures in a Sequence• Press the l button while the key picture is displayed to delete a

104More on PlaybackViewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail PlaybackRotate the zoom control to f (h) in full-frame playback mode (A32, 101) to display pic

105Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail PlaybackMore on PlaybackC Icons on the ThumbnailsWhen pictures marked using Print set (A108) or Protect (A113)

106More on PlaybackTaking a Closer Look: Playback ZoomRotating the zoom control to g (i) during full-frame playback mode (A32) zooms in on the current

107More on PlaybackPlayback Options: Playback MenuThe following options are available in playback menu.Displaying the Playback MenuDisplay the playbac

xTable of ContentsTransferring Pictures from a Camera to a Computer...141Charging While

108Playback Options: Playback MenuMore on PlaybackaPrint Set: Setting the Pictures and Number of Copies to PrintIf you choose to use one of the follow

109Playback Options: Playback MenuMore on Playback3Choose whether or not to also print shooting date and photo information.• Choose Date and press the

110Playback Options: Playback MenuMore on Playbackb Slide ShowView pictures stored in the internal memory or on a memory card in an automatic slide sh

111Playback Options: Playback MenuMore on Playbackc Delete: Deleting Multiple PicturesDelete a picture. Multiple pictures can also be deleted.B Notes

112Playback Options: Playback MenuMore on PlaybackSelecting PicturesThe picture selection screen, as shown at right, will be displayed with the follow

113Playback Options: Playback MenuMore on Playback2Press H or I to select ON or OFF (or the number of copies).• When ON is selected, a check mark is d

114Playback Options: Playback MenuMore on Playbackf Rotate ImageChange the orientation of pictures played back in the camera’s monitor after shooting.

115Playback Options: Playback MenuMore on PlaybackhCopy: Copying Between the Internal Memory and Memory CardCopy pictures between the internal memory

116Playback Options: Playback MenuMore on PlaybackC Memory contains no images. MessageIf there are no pictures stored on the memory card when playback

117More on PlaybackVoice Memos: Recording and PlaybackUse the camera’s built-in microphone to record voice memos for pictures marked with n in full-fr

1IntroductionIntroductionAbout This ManualThank you for your purchase of Nikon COOLPIX P100 digital camera. This manual is written to help you enjoy t

118Editing PicturesEditing PicturesPicture Editing FunctionsUse this camera to edit pictures in-camera and store them as separate files (A181).B Notes

119Picture Editing FunctionsEditing PicturesC Restrictions on Picture EditingThe following limitations apply when editing pictures that were created b

120Editing PicturesEditing Picturesk Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and SaturationEasily create retouched images in which contrast and saturation h

121Editing PicturesEditing PicturesI D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and ContrastD-Lighting can be used to create copies with enhanced brightness and

122Editing PicturesEditing Picturese Skin Softening: Making Skin Appear SmootherSkin softening can be applied to faces that are detected in pictures a

123Editing PicturesEditing Pictures4Confirm the results.• Up to 12 faces, in order of proximity to the center of the frame, can be enhanced.• When mul

124Editing PicturesEditing Picturesg Small Picture: Resizing PicturesCreate a small copy of the current picture. Suitable for displaying on web pages

125Editing PicturesEditing Picturesj Black Border: Adding a Black Border to a PictureThis function creates copies with Thin, Medium, or Broad black li

126Editing PicturesEditing Picturesa Crop: Cutting Out Part of a PictureCreate a copy containing only the portion visible in the monitor when u is dis

127Movie Recording and PlaybackMovie Recording and PlaybackRecording MoviesYou can shoot high-definition movies with sound.• Regardless of the remaini

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

128Recording MoviesMovie Recording and PlaybackB Notes on Movie Recording• When recording a movie onto a memory card, a memory card with an SD speed c

129Recording MoviesMovie Recording and PlaybackC Functions Available in Movie Recording• Movies are recorded with the same hue adjustment as A (auto m

130Recording MoviesMovie Recording and PlaybackRecording Slow Motion Movies or Fast Motion Movies (HS Movie)After the movie mode switch is rotated to

131Recording MoviesMovie Recording and PlaybackB Notes on HS Movie• Sound is not recorded for the section shot for slow motion or speeded up playback.

132Recording MoviesMovie Recording and PlaybackMovie MenuThe options below can be set in the movie menu.Displaying the Movie MenuPress the d button to

133Recording MoviesMovie Recording and PlaybackD Movie OptionsOptions can be selected for the movie that is shot when the movie mode switch is rotated

134Recording MoviesMovie Recording and PlaybackD HS Movie OptionsOptions can be selected for the movie that is shot when the movie mode switch is rota

135Recording MoviesMovie Recording and PlaybackC Maximum Movie LengthAll figures are approximate. The maximum recording time may vary by make of memor

136Recording MoviesMovie Recording and Playbackw Electronic VREnable or disable electronic VR when recording movies with the movie mode switch rotated

137Movie Recording and PlaybackMovie PlaybackIn full-frame playback mode (A 32), movies are recognized by the movie options icon (A133). To play a mov

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

138Connecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting to a TVConnect the camera to a televis

139Connecting to a TVConnecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers3Tune the television to the video channel.• See the documentation provided with

140Connecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting to a ComputerUse the supplied USB cable to connect the camera to a computer, and copy (

141Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersTransferring Pictures from a Camera to a Computer1Start the computer to wh

142Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers4Start Nikon Transfer installed on the computer.•Windows 7When the Devices

143Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers5Confirm that the source device is displayed in the transfer options Sourc

144Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersD Using a Card ReaderThe pictures stored on the memory card inserted into

145Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersCharging While Connecting to a ComputerWhen connecting the camera to a com

146Connecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting to a PrinterUsers of PictBridge-compatible (A198) printers can connect the camera direc

147Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting the Camera and Printer1Turn off the camera.2Turn on the printer.

4IntroductionParts of the CameraThe Camera Body9108114571 2 36Built-in flash raised1Power switch/Power-on lamp...

148Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersD More InformationSee “Printing Images of Size 1:1” (A78) for more informat

149Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers5Choose the desired paper size and press the k button.• To specify paper si

150Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers3Choose the desired paper size and press the k button.• To specify paper si

151Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers5Printing starts.• Monitor display returns to that shown in step 2 when pri

152Basic Camera SetupBasic Camera SetupSetup MenuThe setup menu contains the following options.cWelcome screenA154Choose whether or not to display the

153Setup MenuBasic Camera SetupDisplaying the Setup MenuSwitch to the z tab in the menu screen.1Press the d button to display the menu screen.2Press J

154Setup MenuBasic Camera Setupc Welcome ScreenChoose whether or not to display the welcome screen on the monitor when the camera is turned on.Press t

155Setup MenuBasic Camera Setupd DateSet the camera’s internal clock.Setting the Travel Destination Time Zone1Use the multi selector to choose Time zo

156Setup MenuBasic Camera Setup3Press K.• The time zone selection screen is displayed.4Press J or K to choose the travel destination time zone.• When

157Setup MenuBasic Camera SetupD Time ZonesThe camera supports the time zones listed below.For time differences not listed below, set the camera clock

5Parts of the CameraIntroductionPUSH TO EJECT18 1921 22 2320171015141211131621 3 4 87 9651 Speaker ...1

158Setup MenuBasic Camera Setupe Monitor SettingsChange the settings for the options below.Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A153) M Monitor settin

159Setup MenuBasic Camera Setupf Date ImprintThe shooting date and time can be imprinted in pictures at the time of shooting. This information can be

160Setup MenuBasic Camera Setupg Vibration ReductionSpecify the vibration reduction setting for taking still pictures. Correct blur, caused by slight

161Setup MenuBasic Camera SetupB Notes on Vibration Reduction• It may take a few seconds to activate vibration reduction after the power is turned on

162Setup MenuBasic Camera SetupU Motion DetectionEnable motion detection to reduce the effects of camera shake and subject movement when shooting stil

163Setup MenuBasic Camera Setuph AF AssistEnable or disable the AF-assist illumination that assists the auto focus when the lighting is poor.K Red-eye

164Setup MenuBasic Camera Setupu Digital ZoomEnable or disable digital zoom.B Notes on Digital Zoom• When digital zoom is in effect, AF area mode is s

165Setup MenuBasic Camera Setupi Sound SettingsAdjust the following sound settings.k Auto OffIf no operations are performed for the selected length of

166Setup MenuBasic Camera Setupl/m Format Memory/Format CardUse this option to format the internal memory or a memory card.Formatting the Internal Mem

167Setup MenuBasic Camera Setupn LanguageChoose one of 24 languages for display of camera menus and messages.H TV SettingsSelect the settings necessar

6Parts of the CameraIntroductionChanging the Angle of the MonitorThe angle of the monitor can be lowered down to 82° or raised upward to 90°. This is

168Setup MenuBasic Camera SetupV Charge by ComputerChoose whether or not the battery inserted in the camera is charged when the camera is connected to

169Setup MenuBasic Camera Setupd Blink WarningChoose whether or not blinking eyes are detected when using face priority (A91) in the following shootin

170Setup MenuBasic Camera SetupOperating the Did someone blink? ScreenThe following operations can be performed when the Did someone blink? screen is

171Setup MenuBasic Camera Setupp Reset AllWhen Reset is selected, the camera settings will be restored to the following default values.Pop-up MenuShoo

172Setup MenuBasic Camera SetupMovie MenuShooting MenuOption Default valueMovie options (A133)HD1080pP (1920×1080)HS movie options (A134)240 fpsAutofo

173Setup MenuBasic Camera SetupSetup MenuOthers•Choosing Reset all also clears the current file number (A181) in the memory. Numbering will continue f

174Setup MenuBasic Camera SetupP Reset file numberingWhen Ye s is selected, the sequential numbering of file numbers will be reset (A181). After rese

175Caring for the CameraCaring for the CameraCaring for the CameraTo ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the following precautio

176Caring for the CameraCaring for the CameraC The Battery• Check the battery level when taking the camera out, and charge the battery if necessary. D

177Caring for the CameraCaring for the CameraCleaningDo not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals.Lens/electronic viewfinderAvoid touching

7Parts of the CameraIntroductionRaising and Lowering the Built-in FlashPress the m (flash pop-up) button to raise the built-in flash.• See “Using the

178Caring for the CameraCaring for the CameraStorageTurn the camera off when not in use. Check that the power-on lamp is off before putting the camera

179Technical Notes and IndexTechnical Notes and IndexOptional AccessoriesRechargeable batteryRechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL5Charging AC AdapterChar

180Optional AccessoriesTechnical Notes and IndexApproved Memory CardsThe following Secure Digital (SD) memory cards have been tested and approved for

181Technical Notes and IndexFile and Folder NamesPictures, movies, and voice memos are assigned file names as follows.• A folder for storing files wil

182File and Folder NamesTechnical Notes and Index• When image files or voice files are copied to or from the internal memory or memory card (A115), th

183Technical Notes and IndexError MessagesThe following table lists the error messages and other warnings displayed in the monitor, as well as the sol

184Error MessagesTechnical Notes and IndexPCard is not formatted. Format card?YesNoMemory card has not been formatted for use in this camera.All data

185Error MessagesTechnical Notes and IndexNCannot record movie.Time out error while recording movie.Choose memory card with faster write speed.180NCan

186Error MessagesTechnical Notes and IndexNPress the flash pop-up button to raise the flash.The built-in flash is not raised during the Night portrait

187Error MessagesTechnical Notes and Index* See the documentation provided with your printer for further guidance and information.PRPrinter error: out

Trademark Information• Microsoft, Windows and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United Stat

8Parts of the CameraIntroductionThe MonitorThe following indicators may appear in the monitor during shooting and playback (actual display varies with

188Technical Notes and IndexTroubleshootingIf the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your

189TroubleshootingTechnical Notes and IndexDate and time of recording are not correct.• Still pictures recorded before the clock was set (when the “D

190TroubleshootingTechnical Notes and IndexElectronically Controlled CamerasIn extremely rare instances, unusual characters may appear in the monitor

191TroubleshootingTechnical Notes and IndexDigital zoom cannot be used.•Off is selected for Digital zoom in the setup menu.• Digital zoom cannot be us

192TroubleshootingTechnical Notes and IndexPictures are too dark (underexposed).• Flash is set to W (off ).• Built-in flash window is blocked.• Subjec

193TroubleshootingTechnical Notes and IndexPlaybackProblem Cause/Solution AFile cannot be played back.•File was overwritten or renamed by computer or

194TroubleshootingTechnical Notes and IndexThe PictBridge screen is not displayed when the camera is connected to a printer.With some PictBridge-compa

195Technical Notes and IndexSpecificationsNikon COOLPIX P100 Digital CameraType Compact digital cameraEffective pixels 10.3 millionImage sensor 1/2.3-

196SpecificationsTechnical Notes and IndexImage size(pixels)ISO sensitivity (Standard output sensitivity)• ISO 160, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200• Auto (a

197SpecificationsTechnical Notes and Index• Unless otherwise stated, all figures are for a camera with a fully-charged Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-

9Parts of the CameraIntroduction* Differs according to the current shooting mode.1Shooting mode*...26, 43, 45, 55, 59, 62, 66,

198SpecificationsTechnical Notes and IndexSupported Standards•DCF: Design Rule for Camera File System is a standard widely used in the digital camera

199Technical Notes and IndexIndexSymbolsR 54C Aperture-priority mode 66, 70k (apply selection) button 12A Auto mode 26l Delete button 32, 33, 117, 137

200IndexTechnical Notes and IndexDistortion control 94D-Lighting 121DPOF printing 151DSCN 181Dusk/dawn i 48EElectronic viewfinder 14Electronic VR 136E

201IndexTechnical Notes and IndexNight portrait e 47Nikon Transfer 141Noise reduction 94Number of exposures remaining 26, 77OOff 34Optical zoom 29Opti

202IndexTechnical Notes and IndexVVari-angle monitor 6Vibration reduction 160Video output 167Voice memo 117Volume 137WWelcome screen 154White balance

© 2010 Nikon CorporationNo reproduction in any form of this manual, in whole or in part (except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews),

10Parts of the CameraIntroductionPlayback* Differs according to the selected option.999/999999/999999/99915/05/201015/05/201015/05/20109999.JPG9999.JP

11IntroductionBasic OperationsThe Command DialYou can rotate the command dial to select items from a menu screen or to choose and configure any of the

12Basic OperationsIntroductionThe Multi SelectorThis section describes standard uses of the multi selector to select modes, select menu options, and t

13Basic OperationsIntroductionThe d ButtonPress the d button to display the menu and to select options for the menu items.• Use the multi selector to

14Basic OperationsIntroductionHelp DisplaysRotate the zoom control to g (j) when M is displayed at the bottom of the menu screen to view a description

15Basic OperationsIntroductionThe s (display) ButtonTo switch between the information displayed on the monitor during shooting and playback, press the

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

17Inserting the BatteryFirst StepsRemoving the BatteryTurn the camera off (A21) and confirm that the power-on lamp and the monitor are off before open

iIntroductionFirst StepsBasic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) ModeMore on ShootingMore on PlaybackEditing PicturesMovie Recording and PlaybackConne

18First StepsCharging the BatteryCharge the supplied Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL5 inserted into the camera, by connecting the supplied Charging

19Charging the BatteryFirst Steps4Plug the Charging AC Adapter into an electrical outlet.• The camera’s power-on lamp slowly blinks orange to indicate

20Charging the BatteryFirst StepsB Notes on Charging AC Adapter• Do not use the Charging AC Adapter EH-68P with any device that is not supported.• Be

21Charging the BatteryFirst StepsTurning On and Off the CameraRemove the lens cap before turning on the camera. Press the power switch to turn on the

22First StepsSetting Display Language, Date and TimeA language-selection dialog is displayed the first time the camera is turned on.1Press the power s

23Setting Display Language, Date and TimeFirst Steps5Edit the date.• Press H or I to edit the highlighted item.• Press K to move the highlight in the

24First StepsInserting Memory CardsImage and movie files are stored in the camera’s internal memory (approx. 43 MB) or on removable memory cards (avai

25Inserting Memory CardsFirst StepsB Formatting a Memory CardIf the message at the right is displayed when the camera is turned on, the memory card mu

26Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) ModeBasic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) ModeStep 1 Turn the Camera On and Select A (Auto) ModeThis sec

27Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select A (Auto) ModeBasic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) ModeIndicators Displayed in A (Auto) ModeIf the monitor i

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

28Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) ModeStep 2 Frame a Picture1Ready the camera.• Hold the camera steadily in both hands.• Keep your fingers, h

29Step 2 Frame a PictureBasic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) ModeUsing the ZoomRotate the zoom control to activate optical zoom.Rotate in the dire

30Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) ModeStep 3 Focus and Shoot1Press the shutter-release button halfway.• When the button is pressed halfway, t

31Step 3 Focus and ShootBasic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) ModeB During RecordingWhile pictures are being recorded, the number of exposures rema

32Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) ModeStep 4 Viewing and Deleting PicturesViewing Pictures (Playback Mode)Press the c (Playback) button.• The

33Step 4 Viewing and Deleting PicturesBasic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) ModeC Options Available in Playback ModeFor details, see "More on

34Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) ModeUsing the FlashIn dark locations or when the subject is backlit, you can shoot pictures with flash by r

35Using the FlashBasic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) ModeSetting the Flash Mode1Press the m (flash pop-up) button.The built-in flash will be rais

36Using the FlashBasic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) ModeB Shooting When Lighting is Poor and When the Flash is Disabled (W)• Use of a tripod is

37Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) ModeTaking Pictures with the Self-TimerThe self-timer is useful for taking pictures of yourself, such as in

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

38Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) ModeUsing Focus ModeChoose a focus mode according to the subject and composition.Focus Modes Available in E

39Using Focus ModeBasic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) ModeSetting the Focus Mode1Press p (focus mode) on the multi selector.• The focus mode menu

40Using Focus ModeBasic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) ModeUsing Manual FocusAvailable when the shooting mode is A, B, C, D, M or d (sport continu

41Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) ModeAdjusting the Brightness (Exposure Compensation)Exposure compensation is used to alter the exposure fro

42More on ShootingMore on ShootingSelecting a Shooting Mode (Mode Dial)When the mode dial is rotated next to the mark, the camera switches to the corr

43More on ShootingShooting Suited for the SceneShooting in the Scene Selected by the Camera (Scene Auto Selector)By simply framing a picture, the came

44Shooting Suited for the SceneMore on ShootingB Note on Scene Auto Selector ModeDepending upon shooting conditions, the camera may not select the des

45Shooting Suited for the SceneMore on ShootingSelecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode)Camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected

46Shooting Suited for the SceneMore on ShootingFeaturesThe following icons are used for descriptions in this section: X= flash mode when the built-in

47Shooting Suited for the SceneMore on Shooting1 Fill flash with slow sync and red-eye reduction.2 Other settings can be selected.1 May automatically

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

48Shooting Suited for the SceneMore on Shooting* Other settings can be selected.* Other settings can be selected.* Other settings can be selected.O: I

49Shooting Suited for the SceneMore on Shooting* Other settings can be selected.1 Other settings can be selected. Note that when shooting with the fla

50Shooting Suited for the SceneMore on Shooting* Other settings can be selected.1 Other settings can be selected.2 D (macro close-up) can be selected.

51Shooting Suited for the SceneMore on Shooting1 Other settings can be selected.2 D (macro close-up) can be selected.* Other settings can be selected.

52Shooting Suited for the SceneMore on Shooting* Other settings can be selected.1 Other settings can be selected.2 D (macro close-up) or B (infinity)

53Shooting Suited for the SceneMore on ShootingTaking Pictures for a PanoramaThe camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame. Use a tripo

54Shooting Suited for the SceneMore on Shooting5Press the k button when shooting is completed.• The camera returns to step 2.B Panorama Assist• Set fl

55More on ShootingTaking Pictures of Smiling Faces (Smart Portrait Mode)In the default setting, the camera detects smiling faces using face priority a

56Taking Pictures of Smiling Faces (Smart Portrait Mode)More on Shooting4Finish shooting.• To finish automatic shooting of smiling faces, either turn

57Taking Pictures of Smiling Faces (Smart Portrait Mode)More on ShootingSmart Portrait MenuPress the d button (A13) to display the smart portrait menu

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

58Taking Pictures of Smiling Faces (Smart Portrait Mode)More on ShootingBlink proofWhen set to On, the shutter is released five times as the shutter-r

59More on ShootingFocusing on a Moving Subject in Subject Tracking ModeUse this mode to shoot moving subjects. Subject tracking begins once you select

60Focusing on a Moving Subject in Subject Tracking ModeMore on ShootingB Subject Tracking Mode• Digital zoom is not available.• Set the zoom position,

61Focusing on a Moving Subject in Subject Tracking ModeMore on ShootingSubject Tracking MenuPress the d button (A13) to display the subject tracking m

62More on ShootingShooting with a High-Speed Burst (Sport Continuous Mode)Sport continuous mode allows the split-second movements of high-speed moving

63Shooting with a High-Speed Burst (Sport Continuous Mode)More on ShootingB Notes on Sport Continuous Shooting• A longer period of time may be require

64Shooting with a High-Speed Burst (Sport Continuous Mode)More on ShootingSport Continuous MenuPress the d button (A13) to display the sport continuou

65Shooting with a High-Speed Burst (Sport Continuous Mode)More on ShootingC Pre-shooting CacheWhen pre-shooting cache is set to On, shooting starts wh

66More on ShootingSetting the Exposure for Shooting (A, B, C, D Modes)A, B, C, D ModesBy rotating the mode dial, you can shoot pictures in the followi

67Setting the Exposure for Shooting (A, B, C, D Modes)More on ShootingD Shutter Speed and ApertureThe same exposure can be achieved with different com

viNoticesNotice for customers in CanadaCAUTIONThis Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.AT TE NT IO NCet appareil numérique de la

68Setting the Exposure for Shooting (A, B, C, D Modes)More on ShootingA (Programmed Auto) ModeShoot pictures with shutter speed and aperture value set

69Setting the Exposure for Shooting (A, B, C, D Modes)More on ShootingB (Shutter-Priority Auto) ModeSet the shutter speed and shoot pictures.1Rotate t

70Setting the Exposure for Shooting (A, B, C, D Modes)More on ShootingC (Aperture-Priority Auto) ModeSet the aperture value and shoot pictures.1Rotate

71Setting the Exposure for Shooting (A, B, C, D Modes)More on ShootingD (Manual) ModeSet the shutter speed and aperture value, and shoot pictures.1Rot

72Setting the Exposure for Shooting (A, B, C, D Modes)More on Shooting5Rotate the command dial to choose an aperture value.• Repeat steps 2 to 5 to mo

73More on ShootingShooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)While shooting in A, B, C, D and M (A98), the shooting menu contains the following

74Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)More on ShootingDisplaying the Shooting MenuChoose A (Programmed auto), B (Shutter-priority auto),

75Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)More on Shootingq Image QualityChoose the amount of compression applied to pictures.Lower compress

76Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)More on Shootingr Image SizeChoose the size of pictures in pixels for recording.Pictures shot at s

77Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)More on ShootingC Number of Exposures RemainingThe following table lists the approximate number of

viiTable of ContentsFor Your Safety ...

78Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)More on Shooting1 If the number of exposures remaining is 10,000 or more, the number of exposures

79Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)More on ShootingF Optimize ImageChange the settings for optimizing images according to the shootin

80Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)More on ShootingCustomizing Image Enhancement Options: CustomSelect Custom to make separate adjust

81Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)More on ShootingShooting in Black-and-WhiteWhen Black-and-white is selected, the options described

82Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)More on ShootingB White BalanceThe color of light reflected from an object varies with the color o

83Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)More on ShootingPreset ManualPreset manual is used under unusual lighting conditions or when the d

84Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)More on ShootingE ISO SensitivitySensitivity is a measure of how quickly the camera reacts to ligh

85Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)More on ShootingG MeteringThe process of measuring the brightness of the subject to determine the

86Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)More on ShootingC ContinuousChange settings for Continuous (continuous shooting) and BSS (Best Sho

87Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)More on ShootingB Notes on Continuous Shooting• When Continuous H, Continuous L, BSS or Multi-shot