Nikon P60 User Manual

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viiiTable of Contentsb c e y Shooting Suited for the Scene... 33Scene Mode ...

88Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusB Face-Priority• When Face priority is selected for AF area mode, the setting w

89Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusJ Flash Exp. Comp.Flash compensation is used to adjust flash output, changing t

90Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusRestrictions on Camera SettingsIn P, M, and B (high sensitivity) modes, the fol

91Shooting, Playback and Setup MenusPlayback Options: The Playback MenuThe playback menu contains the following options.Displaying the Playback MenuDi

92Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusSelecting Multiple PicturesThe picture selection screen, as shown at right, wil

93Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusb Slide ShowPlay back pictures, stored in the internal memory or on a memory ca

94Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusc DeleteDelete selected pictures or all pictures.C Notes on Deletion• Once dele

95Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menush CopyCopy pictures between the internal memory and a memory card. 1 Use the mu

96Shooting, Playback and Setup MenusBasic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuThe setup menu contains the following options. a MenusA 97Choose how menus are d

97Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusDisplaying the Setup MenuRotate the mode dial to z.• Use the multi selector to c

ixTable of ContentsE Voice Recordings...

98Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusc Welcome ScreenYou can select the welcome screen to be displayed when the camer

99Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusd DateSet the camera clock and choose home and travel destination time zones.Set

100Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menus3 Press the multi selector K.The travel destination menu is displayed.4 Choose

101Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusC Time Zones (A 17)The camera supports the time zones listed below. For time di

102Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menuse Monitor SettingsChoose whether or not to display information in the monitor,

103Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusf Date ImprintDate and time of recording can be imprinted on pictures. This inf

104Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusDate CounterPictures taken while this option is in effect are imprinted with th

105Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusg Vibration ReductionEnable or disable vibration reduction for shooting still p

106Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusu Digital ZoomUse this setting to control digital zoom operation.B Notes on Dig

107Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusk Auto OffIf no operations are performed for the selected length of time, the m

xTable of ContentsBasic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu...96Displa

108Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusn LanguageChoose one of 23 languages for display of camera menus and messages.o

109Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusMovie MenuShooting MenuOption Default valueMovie options (A 55) TV movie 640Aut

110Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusSetup MenuOthers• Choosing Reset all also clears the current file number (A 113

111Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menuss Battery TypeTo ensure that the camera shows the correct battery level (A 20),

112Technical NotesTechnical NotesOptional AccessoriesApproved Memory CardsThe following memory cards have been tested and approved for use in the COOL

113Technical NotesImage/Sound File and Folder NamesPictures, movies, voice memos and voice recordings are assigned file names as follows.• Files are s

114Technical NotesCaring for the CameraTo ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the following precautions when using or storing th

115Caring for the CameraTechnical NotesC Batteries• Check the battery level when taking the camera out, and replace the batteries if necessary (A 20).

116Caring for the CameraTechnical NotesCleaningDo not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals.StorageTurn the camera off when not in use. Ch

117Technical NotesError MessagesThe following table lists the error messages and other warnings displayed in the monitor, as well as the solutions for

1IntroductionIntroductionAbout This ManualThank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX P60 digital camera. This manual was written to help you enjoy

118Error MessagesTechnical NotesPImage cannot be saved.Error occurred while recording picture.Format internal memory or memory card.107Camera has run

119Error MessagesTechnical NotesNThis image cannot be deleted.Picture is protected. Disable protection. 94NTravel destination is in the current time z

120Error MessagesTechnical Notes* See the documentation provided with your printer for further guidance and information.PRPrinter error:check printer

121Technical NotesTroubleshootingIf the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer

122TroubleshootingTechnical NotesElectronically Controlled CamerasIn extremely rare instances, unusual characters may appear in the monitor and the ca

123TroubleshootingTechnical NotesPictures are blurred. • Use flash.• Use high-sensitivity shooting mode.• Use vibration reduction.• Use D.• Use tripod

124TroubleshootingTechnical NotesPlaybackPictures appear smeared. Lens is dirty. Clean lens. 116Colors are unnatural. White balance setting is not app

125TroubleshootingTechnical NotesCannot record or play back voice memo.• Voice memos cannot be appended to movies.• Voice memos cannot be appended to

126Technical NotesSpecificationsNikon COOLPIX P60 Digital Camera Type Compact digital cameraEffective pixels 8.1 millionImage sensor1/2.35-in. CCD; to

127SpecificationsTechnical NotesImage size (pixels)ISO sensitivity(Standard output sensitivity)ISO 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 2000, Auto (auto gain

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

128SpecificationsTechnical Notes* Based on Camera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA) standards for measuring the life of camera batteries. Measur

129Technical NotesIndexSymbolsR 41A Auto mode 20–27B High-sensitivity shooting mode 42y Scene mode 34b Portrait 35c Landscape 35e Night portrait 36z S

130IndexTechnical NotesDusk/dawn (i) 37EElectronic viewfinder 5, 22Electronic VR 56Error messages 117–120Exif version 2.2 128Exposure compensation 32E

131IndexTechnical NotesPhoto Info 102PictBridge 67–74, 128Playback 26, 47–52full-frame 26, 27menu 91–95mode 26, 27thumbnail 47zoom 48Playback menu 91–

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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 BodyAttaching the Camera StrapOUTA/V12 43 5 6107891112Lens cover closed1Power switch/power-on lamp...

5Parts of the CameraIntroduction3521 4 11 1267891014131 Electronic viewfinder ...222 Speaker ...

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 movie option.1 Date of recording...1

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8IntroductionBasic OperationsThe x ButtonPress x to switch between monitor and electronic viewfinder display, and to hide or show indicators and photo

9Basic OperationsIntroductionWith PlaybackMonitor onPicture and photo info displayedMonitor onPicture and shooting data displayed (see below)Electroni

10Basic OperationsIntroductionThe Mode DialAlign the mode icon with the mark next to the mode dial.b Portrait, c Landscape, e Night portrait, y Scene

11Basic OperationsIntroductionThe Multi SelectorThis section describes standard uses of the multi selector to select modes, select menu options and to

12Basic OperationsIntroductionThe d ButtonPress d to display the menu for the selected mode. Use the multi selector to navigate the menus (A 11).Shoot

13Basic OperationsIntroductionHelp DisplaysPress g (j) when M is displayed at the lower right of the menu screen to view a description of the currentl

14First StepsFirst StepsInserting Batteries1 Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.Hold the camera upside down to prevent the batteries from

15Inserting BatteriesFirst StepsB Replacing BatteriesTurn the camera off and make sure that the power-on lamp and monitor are off before opening the b

16First StepsSetting Display Language, Date and TimeA language-selection dialog is displayed the first time the camera is turned on. 1 Press the power

17Setting Display Language, Date and TimeFirst Steps5 Press the multi selector J or K to select your home time zone (A 101), and press k. 6 Edit the d

iIntroductionFirst StepsABasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModebceyShooting Suited for the SceneBHigh-Sensitivity Shooting ModeP MP and M ModescMor

18First StepsInserting Memory CardsPictures are stored in the camera’s internal memory (approx. 12 MB) or on removable Secure Digital (SD) memory card

19Inserting Memory CardsFirst StepsRemoving Memory CardsBefore removing memory cards turn the camera off and confirm that the power-on lamp and monito

20Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeStep 1 Turn the Camera On and Select A (Auto) ModeThis section des

21Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select A (Auto) ModeBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeIndicators Displayed in A (Auto) ModeD Available Function

22Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeStep 2 Frame a Picture1 Ready the camera.Hold the camera steadily in both hands, keeping your fingers and o

23Step 2 Frame a PictureBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeDigital ZoomWhen the camera is zoomed in to the maximum magnification (5×), holding d

24Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeStep 3 Focus and Shoot1 Press the shutter-release button halfway.The camera automatically focuses on the su

25Step 3 Focus and ShootBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeB During RecordingWhile pictures are being recorded, the O (wait) icon will be displa

26Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeStep 4 Viewing and Deleting PicturesViewing Pictures (Playback Mode)Press c.The last picture taken will be

27Step 4 Viewing and Deleting PicturesBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeC Playback ModeThe following options are available in full-frame playba

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: Auto ModeUsing the FlashThe flash has a range of about 0.4-5.1 m (1 ft. 4 in.-16 ft. 8 in.) when the camera is zoome

29Using the FlashBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeB Shooting When Lighting Is Poor and the Flash Is Disabled (W) • Use of a tripod is recommen

30Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeShooting with the Self-timerThe camera is equipped with a ten-second and two-second timer for self-portrait

31Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeChoosing a Focus ModeChoose a focus mode according to the subject and composition.Setting the Focus Mode1 P

32Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeExposure CompensationExposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera

33Shooting Suited for the SceneShooting Suited for the SceneScene ModeCamera settings are automatically optimized for the selected scene type. Some sc

34Scene ModeShooting Suited for the SceneShooting in Scene Modesb (Portrait), c (Landscape), and e (Night Portrait) Modes1 Rotate the mode dial to b (

35Scene ModeShooting Suited for the SceneFeatures* Other settings can be selected.* Other settings can be selected.C Icons Used for DescriptionsThe fo

36Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene1Fill flash with slow sync and red-eye reduction will be selected.2Other settings can be selected.1The flash

37Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene* Other settings can be selected.* Other settings can be selected.* Other settings can be selected.O: For tho

iiiFor Your SafetyObserve caution when handling batteriesBatteries may leak or explode if improperly handled. Observe the following precautions when h

38Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene* Other settings can be selected.* Other settings can be selected. Note that the flash may be unable to light

39Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene1Other settings can be selected.2Also p (macro close-up) can be selected.* Other settings can be selected.O:

40Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene* Other settings can be selected.Shooting Pictures for a PanoramaThe camera focuses on the subject in the cen

41Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene3 Take the first picture.The first picture is displayed in the first third of the monitor.4 Take the second p

42High-Sensitivity Shooting ModeHigh-Sensitivity Shooting ModeShooting in High-Sensitivity Shooting ModeIn high-sensitivity shooting mode, sensitivity

43P and M ModesP and M ModesP (Programmed Auto) ModeThe camera automatically sets shutter speed and aperture.Adjust shooting menu settings such as whi

44P and M ModesM (Manual) ModeChoose this mode to control exposure with manual specification of shutter speed and aperture.Adjust shooting menu settin

45M (Manual) ModeP and M Modes5 Press the multi selector H or I to choose one of two aperture values.Repeat steps 2 to 5 to modify shutter speed and a

46M (Manual) ModeP and M ModesB Note on ISO SensitivityEven at an ISO sensitivity (A 83) setting of Auto (default setting), sensitivity is set to ISO

47More on PlaybackMore on PlaybackViewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail PlaybackPress f (h) in full-frame playback mode (A 26) to display pictures in “

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

48More on PlaybackTaking a Closer Look: Playback ZoomPressing g (i) during full-frame playback mode (A 26) enables the quick playback zoom function, w

49More on PlaybackEditing PicturesUse the COOLPIX P60 to edit pictures in-camera and store them as separate files (A 113). The editing features descri

50Editing PicturesMore on PlaybackEnhancing Brightness and Contrast: D-LightingD-Lighting can be used to create copies with enhanced brightness and co

51Editing PicturesMore on PlaybackCreating a Cropped Copy: CropThis function is only available when u is displayed in the monitor with playback zoom (

52Editing PicturesMore on PlaybackResizing Pictures: Small PictureCreate a small copy of the current picture. Small copies are stored as JPEG files wi

53More on PlaybackVoice Memos: Recording and PlaybackUse the camera’s built-in microphone to record voice memos for pictures marked with n in full-fra

54MoviesMoviesRecording MoviesTo shoot movies with sound recorded via the built-in microphone, follow the steps below.1 Rotate the mode dial to D.Expo

55MoviesThe Movie MenuMovie options, Autofocus mode (A 56), and Electronic VR (A 56) settings can be changed from the movie menu. Press d in movie mod

56The Movie MenuMoviesAutofocus ModeChoose how the camera focuses in movie mode.Electronic VREnable or disable electronic VR for movie recording.At se

57MoviesMovie PlaybackIn full-frame playback mode (A 26), movies are recognized by movie options (A 55) icons. To play a movie, display it in full-fra

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

58Voice RecordingsVoice RecordingsMaking Voice RecordingsAudio voice recordings can be recorded over the built-in microphone and played back over the

59Making Voice RecordingsVoice RecordingsOperations During Recording* The copied files can be played back using QuickTime or any other WAV-compatible

60Voice RecordingsPlaying Voice Recordings1 Press c in the voice recording screen (A 58, step 3).2 Use the multi selector to choose the desired sound

61Voice RecordingsCopying Voice RecordingsCopy voice recordings between the internal memory and a memory card. This option is available only when a me

62Connecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting to a TVConnect the camera to a televisi

63Connecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting to a ComputerWhen the camera is connected to a computer using the supplied USB cable, pi

64Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersTransferring Pictures from the Camera to a Computer1 Start the computer to

65Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers5 Transfer pictures when Nikon Transfer has finished loading.Click Start Tr

66Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersD Using Standard OS Operations to Open Image/Sound Files• Navigate to the f

67Connecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting to a PrinterUsers of PictBridge-compatible (A 128) printers can connect the camera direc

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

68Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting the Camera and Printer1 Turn off the camera.2 Turn on the printer

69Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersPrinting Pictures One at a TimeAfter connecting the camera to the printer co

70Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers6 Choose Start print and press k.7 Printing starts.Monitor display returns t

71Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers4 Choose Print selection, Print all images or DPOF printing and press k.Prin

72Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers5 Printing starts.Monitor display returns to the print menu (step 2) when pr

73Connecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersCreating a DPOF Print Order: Print SetThe Print set option in the playback menu is used to create d

74Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print SetConnecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers5 Choose whether or not to also print shooting date and photo

75Shooting, Playback and Setup MenusShooting, Playback and Setup MenusShooting Options: The Shooting MenuThe shooting menu of P and M modes, and high-

76Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusDisplaying the Shooting Menu and High-sensitivity MenuChoose P (programmed auto

77Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusr Image SizeChoose the size of pictures in pixels for recording. Pictures taken

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78Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusC Number of Exposures RemainingThe following table lists the approximate number

79Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusF Optimize ImageOptimize contrast, sharpening, and other settings according to

80Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusCustomizing Image Enhancement Options: CustomSelect Custom to make separate adj

81Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusB White BalanceThe color of light reflected from an object varies with the colo

82Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusPreset ManualPreset manual is used with mixed lighting or to compensate for lig

83Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusE ISO SensitivitySensitivity is a measure of how quickly the camera reacts to l

84Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusG MeteringChoose how the camera meters exposure.B Note on MeteringWhen the digi

85Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusC ContinuousCapture motion in a series of pictures and apply Best Shot Selector

86Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusG AF Area ModeUse this option to determine where the camera focuses.When digita

87Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusShooting with Face-PriorityWhen Face priority is selected for AF area mode, or