User manual NIKON COOLPIX P5000

DIGITAL CAMERA User's Manual En Where to Find It Find what you're looking for from: O O The Table of Contents The Q&A Index aB vi­vii aB viii­ix Find items by function or menu name. Know what you want to do but don't know the function name? Find it from the "question and answer" index. O O The Index Error Messages aB 111­114 aB 97­99 Search by key word. If a warning is displayed in the viewfinder or monitor, find the solution here. O Troubleshooting aB 100­103 Camera behaving unexpectedly? Find the solution here. Help Use the camera's on-board help feature for help on menu items and other topics. See page 7 for details. Trademark Information Macintosh, Mac OS, and QuickTime are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. The SD logo is a trademark of the SD Card Association. Adobe and Acrobat are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Inc. PictBridge is a trademark. D-Lighting technology is provided by B Apical Limited. All other trade names mentioned in this manual or the other documentation provided with your Nikon product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Symbols and Conventions To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and conventions are used: Introduction First Steps Basic Photography and Playback Scene Mode P and T Modes P, S, A, and M Modes More on Playback Movies Voice Recordings Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers Menu Guide Technical Notes D A C B This icon marks cautions, information that should be read before use to prevent damage to the camera. This icon marks notes, information that should be read before using the camera. This icon marks tips, additional information that may be helpful when using the camera. This icon indicates that more information may be found elsewhere in this manual or in the Quick Start Guide. i For Your Safety To prevent damage to the product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equipment. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the product will read them. The consequences that could result from failure to observe the precautions listed in this section are indicated by the following symbol: A product to prevent possible injury. WARNINGS A Turn off in the event of malfunction This icon marks warnings, information that should be read before using this Nikon Should you notice smoke or an unusual smell coming from the camera or optional AC adapter, unplug the AC adapter and/ or remove the battery immediately, taking care to avoid burns. Continued operation could result in injury. After removing or disconnecting the power source, take the equipment to a Nikon-authorized service representative for inspection. Touching the internal parts of the camera or AC adapter could result in injury. Repairs should be performed only by qualified technicians. Should the camera or AC adapter break open as the result of a fall or other accident, take the product to a Nikon-authorized service representative for inspection after unplugging the product and removing the battery. adapter in the presence of flammable gas Do not use electronic equipment in the presence of flammable gas, as this could result in explosion or fire. Never place the strap around the neck of an infant or child. Particular care should be taken to prevent infants from putting batteries or other small parts into their mouths. A Observe caution when handling batteries A Do not disassemble A Do not use the camera, battery charger, or AC A Handle the camera strap with care A Keep out of reach of children Batteries may leak or explode if improperly handled. Observe the following precautions when handling batteries for use in this product: · Before replacing the battery, turn the product off. If you are using the AC adapter, be sure it is unplugged. · Use only rechargeable Nikon EN-EL5 lithium-ion batteries (supplied). Use the supplied MH-61 battery charger to charge the batteries. · When inserting the battery, do not attempt to insert it upside down or backwards. · Do not short or disassemble batteries. · Do not expose to flame or to excessive heat. · Do not immerse in or expose to water. · Replace the terminal cover when transporting the battery. Do not transport or store with metal objects such as necklaces or hairpins. · Batteries are prone to leakage when fully discharged. To avoid damage to the product, be sure to remove the battery when no charge remains. · Discontinue use immediately should you notice any change in the battery, such as discoloration or deformation. · If liquid from the damaged batteries comes in contact with clothing or skin, rinse immediately with plenty of water. ii A Observe the following precautions when han- dling the battery charger · Use only battery chargers designated for use with this product. · Keep dry. Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or electric shock. · Dust on or near the metal parts of the plug should be removed with a dry cloth. Continued use could result in fire. · Do not handle the power cable or go near the adapter during thunderstorms. Failure to observe this precaution could result in electric shock. · Do not damage, modify, forcibly tug or bend the power cable, place it under heavy objects, or expose it to heat or flame. Should the insulation be damaged and the wires become exposed, take it to a Nikon-authorized service representative for inspection. Failure to observe these precautions could result in electric shock. Viewing the sun or other strong light source through the viewfinder could cause permanent visual impairment. When connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use only the cables sold or provided by Nikon for the purpose, to maintain compliance with product regulations. A Handle moving parts with care Be careful that your fingers or other objects are not pinched in the lens or other moving parts. The CD-ROMs supplied with this device should not be played back on audio CD equipment. Playing CD-ROMs on an audio CD player could cause hearing loss of damage the equipment. Using the flash close to your subject's eyes could cause temporary visual impairment. Particular care should be observed when photographing infants, when the flash should be no less than one meter (39in.) from the subject. or object Such use can result in the person being burned, and/or their clothes igniting from the heat of the flash. A CD-ROMs A Observe caution when operating the flash A Do not fire the flash while it is touching a person A Do not look at the sun through the viewfinder A Avoid contact with liquid crystal A Use appropriate cables Should the monitor break, care should be taken to avoid injury due to broken glass and to prevent liquid crystal from the monitor touching the skin or entering the eyes or mouth. iii Notices · No part of the manuals included with this product may be reproduced, transmitted, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by any means, without Nikon's prior written permission. · Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in these manuals at any time and without prior notice. · Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product. · While every effort has been made to ensure that the information in these manuals is accurate and complete, we would appreciate it were you to bring any errors or omissions to the attention of the Nikon representative in your area (address provided separately). Notice for Customers in the U.S.A Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. COOLPIX P5000 These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment CAUTIONS generates, uses, and can radiate radio freModifications quency energy and, if not installed and used The FCC requires the user be notified that any in accordance with the instructions, may changes or modifications made to this device cause harmful interference to radio communithat are not expressly approved by Nikon Corcations. However, there is no guarantee that poration may void the user's authority to interference will not occur in a particular operate the equipment. installation. If this equipment does cause Interface Cables harmful interference to radio or television Use the interface cables sold or provided by reception, which can be determined by turnNikon for your equipment. Using other intering the equipment off and on, the user is face cables may exceed the limits of Class B encouraged to try to correct the interference Part 15 of the FCC rules. by one or more of the following measures: · Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Notice for Customers in the State of California · Increase the separation between the equipWARNING: Handling the cord on this product ment and receiver. may expose you to lead, a chemical known to · Connect the equipment into an outlet on a the State of California to cause birth defects or circuit different from that to which the other reproductive harm. Wash hands after receiver is connected. handling. · Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ Nikon Inc. television technician for help. 1300 Walt Whitman Road, Melville, New York 11747-3064, U.S.A. Tel.: 631-547-4200 Notice for customers in Canada CAUTION This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. ATTENTION Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. iv Symbol for Separate Collection in European Countries This symbol indicates that this product is to be collected separately. The following apply only to users in European countries: · This product is designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point. Do not dispose of as household waste. · For more information, contact the retailer or the local authorities in charge of waste management. Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction Note that simply being in possession of material that has been digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera, or other device may be punishable by law. · Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, securities, government bonds, or local government bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are stamped "Sample." The copying or reproduction of paper money, coins, or securities which are circulated in a foreign country is prohibited. Unless the prior permission of the government has been obtained, the copying or reproduction of unused postage stamps or post cards issued by the government is prohibited. The copying or reproduction of stamps issued by the government and of certified documents stipulated by law is prohibited. · Cautions on certain copies and reproductions The government has issued cautions on copies or reproductions of securities issued by private companies (shares, bills, checks, gift certificates, etc.), commuter passes, or coupon tickets, except when a minimum of necessary copies are to be provided for business use by a company. Also, do not copy or reproduce passports issued by the government, licenses issued by public agencies and private groups, ID cards, and tickets, such as passes and meal coupons. · Comply with copyright notices The copying or reproduction of copyrighted creative works such as books, music, paintings, woodcuts, prints, maps, drawings, movies, and photographs is governed by national and international copyright laws. Do not use this product for the purpose of making illegal copies or to infringe copyright laws. Disposing of Data Storage Devices Please note that deleting images or formatting data storage devices such as memory cards or built-in camera memory does not completely erase the original image data. Deleted files can sometimes be recovered from discarded storage devices using commercially available software, potentially resulting in the malicious use of personal image data. Ensuring the privacy of such data is the user's responsibility. Before discarding a data storage device or transferring ownership to another person, erase all data using commercial deletion software, or format the device and then completely refill it with images containing no private information (for example, pictures of empty sky). Be sure to also replace any pictures selected for the welcome screen (B 84). Care should be taken to avoid injury when physically destroying data storage devices. v Table of Contents For Your Safety.............................................................................................................................................. ii Notices............................................................................................................................................................ iv Q&A Index ...................................................................................................................................................viii Introduction ..................................................................................................................... 1 Parts of the Camera .................................................................................................................................... 2 First Steps ......................................................................................................................... 9 Charging the Battery.................................................................................................................................. 9 Inserting the Battery ................................................................................................................................10 Turning the Camera on and Off............................................................................................................12 Basic Setup...................................................................................................................................................12 Inserting Memory Cards .........................................................................................................................14 Basic Photography and Playback ................................................................................. 16 U Mode........................................................................................................................................................16 Viewing Pictures ........................................................................................................................................22 Using the Flash ...........................................................................................................................................24 Taking Pictures with the Self-Timer.....................................................................................................26 Choosing a Focus Mode..........................................................................................................................27 Exposure Compensation.........................................................................................................................28 Scene Mode .................................................................................................................... 29 P and T Modes........................................................................................................... 36 P (Anti-Shake) Mode.............................................................................................................................36 T (High Sensitivity) Mode....................................................................................................................37 P, S, A, and M Modes....................................................................................................... 38 More on Playback........................................................................................................... 43 Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback ............................................................................43 Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom................................................................................................43 Creating Retouched Copies...................................................................................................................44 Voice Memos: Recording and Playback.............................................................................................46 Movies ............................................................................................................................. 47 Recording Movies......................................................................................................................................47 Movie Playback...........................................................................................................................................50 Voice Recordings ............................................................................................................ 51 Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers .................................................. 54 Viewing Pictures on TV............................................................................................................................55 Viewing Pictures on a Computer .........................................................................................................56 Printing Pictures.........................................................................................................................................60 vi Menu Guide .................................................................................................................... 65 Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu ............................................................................................ 65 a Auto Bracketing.............................................. 75 j Image Quality...................................................66 G AF Area Mode .................................................. 76 n Image Size ..........................................................66 E Auto-focus Mode........................................... 76 C Optimize Image..............................................68 t Flash Exp. Comp. ............................................ 78 k White Balance ..................................................70 o Flash Control..................................................... 78 n ISO Sensitivity...................................................71 d Fixed Aperture ................................................. 78 p Metering..............................................................72 h Noise Reduction ............................................ 78 a Continuous........................................................73 e Converter............................................................ 79 L BSS ..........................................................................75 Playback Options: The Playback Menu.............................................................................................. 80 X Transfer Marking............................................. 82 J D-Lighting.........................................................44 Z Hide Image........................................................ 82 M Print Set................................................................64 w Small Pic. ............................................................. 45 d Slide Show .........................................................81 f Copy ...................................................................... 82 j Delete ....................................................................81 O Protect..................................................................81 Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu............................................................................................... 83 e Sound Settings................................................ 88 a Menus ...................................................................83 L Auto Off ............................................................... 88 P Quick Startup....................................................83 q Format Memory/Q Format Card ......... 88 s Welcome Screen ............................................84 o Language ............................................................ 88 W Date........................................................................84 m Interface............................................................... 89 r Brightness...........................................................85 N FUNC Button..................................................... 89 h Date Imprint......................................................86 V Reset All ............................................................... 89 K Vibration Reduction......................................87 f Firmware Version ........................................... 89 B AF Assist ..............................................................87 0 Digital Zoom ....................................................87 Technical Notes .............................................................................................................. 90 Optional Accessories................................................................................................................................ 90 Caring for the Camera ............................................................................................................................. 94 Cleaning.................................................................................................................................................................................. 96 Storage .................................................................................................................................................................................... 96 Error Messages ........................................................................................................................................... 97 Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................................................100 Appendix....................................................................................................................................................104 Specifications............................................................................................................................................108 Index ............................................................................................................................................................111 vii Q&A Index Find what you're looking for using this "question and answer" index. General Questions Question What do these indicators mean? What does this warning mean? How do I get more information on a menu? How much charge does the battery have left? What does "exposure" mean and how does it work? What accessories are available for my camera? What optional converter lenses can I use? What optional flash units can I use? What memory cards can I use? How do I clean the camera? Key phrase Monitor Error messages and displays Help Battery level Exposure Optional accessories Optional converter lenses Optional Speedlights Approved memory cards Cleaning the camera B 4 97 7 16 38 90 92 93 91 96 Camera Setup Question How do I keep the monitor from turning off? How do I turn the monitor on and off? How do I adjust monitor brightness? How do I set the clock? How do I set the clock for daylight saving time? How do I change time zones when I travel? How do I restore default settings? Can I display the menus in a different language? How do I turn off the light on the front of the camera (AF-assist illuminator)? How do I keep the camera from beeping? Key phrase Auto off The Q button Brightness Date Reset all Language AF assist Sound settings B 88 8 85 84 89 88 87 88 viii Taking Photographs Question Is there an easy way to take snapshots? Is there an easy way to take more creative shots? How can I avoid blur with the camera zoomed in? How can I avoid blur when lighting is poor? How do I record and play movies? How do I record and play audio? How do I use the flash? How do I use the self-timer? Can I focus on nearby or distant objects? Can I make photos brighter or darker? How do I adjust exposure? How do I improve image quality? How do I take bigger photographs? How can I get more photos on the memory card? Key phrase U (auto) mode S (scene) mode P (anti-shake) mode T (high-sensitivity) mode Movies Voice recordings Flash mode Self-timer Focus mode Exposure compensation P, S, A, and M modes Image quality and size B 16 29 36 37 47 51 24 26 27 28 38 66 Viewing, Printing, and Retouching Photographs Question Key phrase Can I view my photographs on the camera? Camera playback How do I get rid of an unwanted photo? Deleting individual photos Can I delete several photos at once? Delete Can I zoom in on pictures to make sure they're in Playback zoom focus? Can I protect photos from accidental deletion? Protect Can I hide selected photos? Hide image How do I bring out details in shadows? D-lighting Can I crop pictures? Cropped copies Can I copy pictures at a smaller size? Small picture Can I record a voice memo about a picture? Voice memos Can I view my photos on TV? Television playback How do I copy photos to my computer? Connecting to a computer Can I print photos without a computer? PictBridge Can I print the date on my photographs? Printing the date of recording How do I order professional prints? B 22 22 81 43 81 82 44 45 45 46 55 56 60 60 60, Printing photographs; print set 64 ix Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories Nikon COOLPIX cameras are designed to the highest standards and include complex electronic circuitry. Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including battery chargers, batteries, AC adapters, and flash accessories) certified by Nikon specifically for use with this Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven to operate within the operational and safety requirements of this electronic circuitry. THE USE OF NON-NIKON ELECTRONIC ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE THE CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR NIKON WARRANTY. The use of third-party rechargeable Li-ion batteries not bearing the Nikon holographic seal shown below could interfere with normal operation of the camera or result in the batteries overheating, igniting, rupturing, or leaking. For more information about Nikon brand accessories, contact a local authorized Nikon dealer. Holographic seal: Identifies this device as an authentic Nikon product. EN-EL5 rechargeable battery x Introduction Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX P5000 digital camera. This manual has been written to help you enjoy taking pictures with your Nikon digital camera. Please be sure to read all instructions thoroughly to get the most from the camera, and keep them where they will be read by all those who use the product. A Before Taking Important Pictures Before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at weddings or before taking the camera on a trip), take a test shot to ensure that the camera is functioning normally. Nikon will not be held liable for damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction. C Life-Long Learning As part of Nikon's "Life-Long Learning" commitment to ongoing product support and education, continually-updated information is available on-line at the following sites: · For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/ · For users in Europe and Africa: http://www.europe-nikon.com/support · For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http://www.nikon-asia.com/ Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest product information, tips, answers to frequently-asked questions (FAQs), and general advice on digital imaging and photography. Additional information may be available from the Nikon representative in your area. See the following URL for contact information: http://nikonimaging.com/ Introduction 1 Parts of the Camera q wer t y u i o !0 !1 Lens in storage position !2 !3 !5 !6 !7 !8 !9 !4 Command dial....23, 29, 43, 48, 50, 52, 89 Power-on lamp ................................................. 16 Power switch ...................................................... 12 Mode dial.................................................................6 Viewfinder ............................................................ 18 Built-in flash......................................................... 24 Accessory shoe cover ................................... 93 Accessory shoe (for optional flash unit)................................. 93 9 Shutter-release button........................20­21 10 Eyelet for camera strap (×2).........................3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 11 Zoom control .....................................................19 M (thumbnail playback) ............................43 O (playback zoom)..........................................43 L (help)....................................................................7 12 Cable connector............................... 55, 58, 61 13 Connector cover .............................. 55, 58, 61 14 Power connector cover for optional AC adapter kit................................90 15 Self-timer lamp.......................................... 26, 94 AF-assist illuminator............................... 25, 94 16 Microphone ........................................ 46, 47, 51 17 Lens ring................................................................92 18 Lens ............................................................... 96, 108 19 Lens cover ............................................................94 2 Introduction u io q w e r t !3 !4 y !0 !1 !2 !5 !6 !7 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 A (FUNC) button ............................. 29, 48, 89 Q (monitor) button .........................................8 G (playback) button ............................. 22, 23 F (menu) button........29, 48, 53, 65, 80 I (delete) button .............22, 43, 46, 50, 52 Speaker Viewfinder............................................................ 18 Flash lamp............................................................ 24 Autofocus (AF) lamp...................................... 20 Monitor ...........4­5, 16­17, 18, 85, 96, 108 11 Multi selector.........................................................7 12 B button.................................................................7 N (transfer) button........................................ 58 13 Tripod socket 14 Battery-chamber/memory card slot cover................................................................ 10, 14 15 Memory card slot ............................................ 14 16 Battery chamber .............................................. 10 17 Battery latch........................................................ 10 Attaching the Camera Strap Attach the strap as shown at right. Repeat for the second eyelet. Introduction 3 The Monitor The following indicators may appear in the monitor during shooting and playback (actual display varies with current camera settings). Shooting #0 @8 @9 #1 w e t u q r y i o !0 !1 @7 @6 @5 @4 !2 !3 !4 !5 1/125 @1 @0 F4.3 !9 9999 !6 @3 @2 !8 0h00m00s !7 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Shooting mode..................17, 29, 36, 37, 38 Exposure lock ..................................................... 35 Focus mode ........................................................ 27 Zoom indicator ................................................. 19 Focus indicator.................................................. 20 Digital zoom interpolation indicator... 19 Flash mode (built-in flash).......................... 24 Flash mode (optional flash unit) ............ 25 Internal memory indicator................. 17, 21 Battery level indicator................................... 16 ISO sensitivity ............................................. 25, 71 Vibration reduction ........................................ 87 Focus area ............................................ 20, 33, 76 Self-timer indicator......................................... 26 "Date not set" indicator................................ 97 Time zone indicator ....................................... 85 17 Date imprint/date counter ........................86 18 Number of exposures remaining... 16, 67 Movie length ......................................................47 19 Aperture ........................................ 38, 39, 41, 42 20 Exposure display ..............................................42 21 Shutter speed............................. 38, 39, 40, 42 22 Image quality .....................................................66 23 Image size ............................................................66 24 Exposure compensation .............................28 25 Image optimization *.............................68­69 26 Converter lens setting * ................................79 27 White balance * ..................................................70 28 Best Shot Selector (BSS) * ............................75 29 Noise reduction * ..............................................78 30 Bracketing * ..........................................................75 31 Continuous shooting mode * ...................73 * Displayed only in P, S, A, M, and T modes. 4 Introduction Playback q !9 w e r t 01/01/2007 00:00 9999.JPG !8 !7 !6 y u i j !4 !3 !2 !0 9999/9999 0h00m00s !5 !1 o 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Date of recording ............................12­13, 84 Time of recording............................12­13, 84 Internal memory indicator ........................ 17 Battery level indicator................................... 16 File number and type ................................ 106 Volume indicator ..................................... 46, 50 Voice memo recording guide.................. 46 Voice memo playback guide.................... 46 Current frame number/ total number of frames................................ 22 Movie length...................................................... 50 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 D-Lighting icon................................................. 44 Movie playback indicator ........................... 50 Voice memo icon............................................. 46 Image quality ..................................................... 66 Image size ............................................................ 66 Small picture indicator ................................. 45 Protect icon......................................................... 81 Print-order icon................................................. 64 Transfer icon........................................ 56, 82, 89 Movie indicator................................................. 50 Introduction 5 The Mode Dial To select a mode, align the mode icon with the mark next to the mode dial. U Auto (B 16): A simple "point-and-shoot" mode recommended for firsttime users of digital cameras. P, S, A, M (B 38): Choose these modes for greater control over shutter speed and aperture. P Anti-shake (B 36): Prevent or reduce blur using vibration reduction and the Best Shot Selector (BSS). R Setup (B 83): Display the setup menu, where you can perform such tasks as setting the camera clock and adjusting monitor brightness. V Movie (B 47): Choose from seven movie modes. T High sensitivity (B 37): Choose this mode to reduce blur when the subject is poorly lit. S Scene (B 29): Make voice recordings or choose from sixteen "scenes" suited to different subjects or shooting conditions and let the camera do the rest. 6 Introduction The Multi Selector The multi selector is used to navigate the camera menus and to display the flash mode, self-timer, focus mode, and exposure compensation menus. Changing Settings (Shooting Mode) Press up to display D (flash mode) menu (B24) or move cursor up Press right to display b (exposure compensation) menu (B28) Press left to display H (selftimer) menu (B26) Press center (B) to make selection Press down to display E (focus mode) menu (B27) or move cursor down Navigating the Camera Menus (B 65) Press up to move cursor up Press right to display submenu or move cursor right Press left to return to previous menu, or move cursor left Press center (B) to make selection Press down to move cursor down C Lost? If a question mark ("8") is displayed in the monitor, help for the current menu item can be displayed by pressing the zoom control to T (L). To return to the original menu, press the zoom control to T (L) again. Introduction 7 The Q Button To hide or display indicators in the monitor, press the Q button. Shooting Current settings Framing guides (P, T, P, S, A, and M modes only) 1/125 F4.3 9 Monitor off (modes P, S, A, and M only). Pictures can only be taken when camera is in focus. Playback Photo information displayed 15/05/2007 15:30 0004.JPG View through lens only Shooting data displayed (see below) 100NIKON 0004.JPG ·P · 1/125 · F4.3 · + 1.0 · AUTO Photo information hidden 4/ 4 Shooting data: Shows the folder name, file name, exposure mode, shutter speed, aperture, exposure compensation, ISO sensitivity, and histogram for the current picture. Shooting data are not displayed if the current picture is a movie. · Exposure mode: P, S, A, or M (B 38). P is also displayed on pictures taken in A (auto), P (anti-shake), T (high sensitivity), and scene modes. · Histogram: A graph showing tone distribution. The horizontal axis corresponds to pixel brightness, with dark tones to the left and bright tones to the right; the vertical axis shows number of pixels of each brightness in image. 8 Introduction First Steps Charging the Battery The camera uses a rechargeable EN-EL5 Li-ion battery (supplied). Charge the battery with the supplied MH-61 battery charger before first use or when the battery is running low. 1 2 3 Plug the charger in Connect the power cable to the charger ( ) and then plug it into a power outlet ( ). The CHARGE lamp will light ( ). Insert the battery Remove the battery terminal cover and insert the battery as shown, matching the projections on the battery to the indentations in the charger. Charge the battery The CHARGE lamp will blink as the battery recharges. (If the lamp flickers rapidly, either the temperature is not in the range of 5­35°C/41­ 95°F supported by the charger or the battery is faulty. If the battery is faulty, unplug the charger immediately and bring the battery and charger to a Nikon-authorized service representative for inspection.) A fully-exhausted battery will charge in about two hours. Charging is complete when the CHARGE lamp stops blinking. Remove the battery and unplug the charger. D The Battery Charger Read and follow the warnings on pages ii­iii of this manual. Use with compatible batteries only. First Steps 9 Inserting the Battery After charging the battery, insert it as described below. 1 2 Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover Insert the battery Insert the battery in the orientation shown in the label inside the battery chamber. The orange battery latch is pushed aside as the battery is inserted. The battery is fully inserted when the latch clicks back into place. Battery latch D Inserting the Battery Inserting the battery upside down or backwards could damage the camera. Check to be sure the battery is in the correct orientation. 3 Close the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover D Batteries Read and follow the warnings and cautions on pages ii­iii and 95 of this manual. The camera can be used with EN-EL5 batteries only; do not, under any circumstances, attempt to use other types. If desired, the optional EH-62A AC adapter kit can be used to power the camera for extended periods (B 90). Do not, under any circumstances, use another make or model of AC adapter. Failure to observe this precaution could result in overheating or in damage to the camera. 10 First Steps Removing the Battery Turn the camera off before removing or inserting batteries. To eject the battery, open the batterychamber/memory card slot cover and slide the battery latch in the direction shown. The battery can then be removed by hand. Note that the battery may become hot during use; observe due caution when removing the battery. First Steps 11 Turning the Camera on and Off To turn the camera on, press the power switch. The green power-on lamp lights and the monitor turns on. To turn the camera off, press the power switch again. Press and hold the G button to turn the camera on in playback mode (B 22). Basic Setup A language-selection dialog is displayed the first time the camera is turned on. Use the multi selector to choose a language and set the time and date as described below (in the steps that follow, the multi selector controls used are highlighted in white). 1 Turn camera on. 2 Highlight language. 3 Confirmation dialog displayed. 4 Highlight Yes. 5 Time zone menu displayed. * 6 Display map of world time zones. * If daylight saving time is in effect, press multi selector down to highlight Daylight saving and press B to select. Press multi selector up to return to Step 5. See page 85 for more information on turning daylight saving time on and off. 12 First Steps 7 Select home time zone. 8 Display Date menu. 9 Edit Day (order of day, month, and year may differ in some areas). 10 Select Month. Repeat Steps 9­10 to edit Month, Year, hour, and minute. 11 Choose date display order. 12 1/125 F4.3 9 Set clock and exit to shooting mode. First Steps 13 Inserting Memory Cards Pictures are stored in the camera's internal memory (approximately 21MB) or on removable Secure Digital (SD) memory cards (B 91). Internal memory is used for recording, playback, and deletion only if no memory card is inserted. To insert a memory card: 1 2 Turn the camera off If the power-on lamp is lit, press the power switch to turn the camera off. Insert the memory card Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover and slide the memory card in until it clicks into place. Close the cover. D Inserting Memory Cards Be sure the card is in the correct orientation. Inserting the card upside down or backwards could damage the camera or card. A Memory Cards · Use only Secure Digital (SD) memory cards. · Memory cards that have been formatted in a computer or other device must be reformatted in the camera before they can be used for recording or playback (B 15, 88). · Turn the power off before inserting or removing memory cards. Do not open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover, turn the camera off, or remove or disconnect the power source during formatting or while data are being recorded, deleted, or copied to a computer. Failure to observe these precautions could result in loss of data or in damage to the camera or card. · Do not disassemble or modify. · Do not bend, drop, or subject to strong physical shocks. · Do not touch the card terminals with your fingers or metal objects. · Do not affix labels or stickers to memory cards. · Do not leave in direct sunlight, closed vehicles, or areas exposed to high temperatures. · Do not expose to high levels of humidity or to corrosive gas. 14 First Steps Removing Memory Cards Before removing memory cards, turn the camera off and confirm that the power-on lamp is off. Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover, press the card in to partially eject it, and then remove it by hand. A Formatting Memory Cards If the message shown at right is displayed when the camera is turned on, the memory card must be formatted before use. Note that formatting permanently deletes all pictures and other data on the memory card. Be sure to make copies of any pictures you wish to keep before beginning formatting. To begin formatting, press the multi selector up to highlight Format and then press B. Do not turn the camera off or remove the battery or memory card until formatting is complete. A The Write Protect Switch SD cards are equipped with a write protect switch. Pictures can not be recorded or deleted and the memory card can not be formatted when this switch is in the "lock" position. Write protect switch First Steps 15 Basic Photography and Playback U Mode This section describes how to take pictures in U (auto) mode, an automatic, "point-and-shoot" mode recommended for first-time users of digital cameras. 1 2 Select U mode Rotate the mode dial to U. Turn the camera on 2.1 Turn the camera on Press the power switch to turn the camera on. The green power-on lamp lights, the monitor turns on, and the lens extends. 2.2 Check indicators in the monitor Check the battery level and number of exposures remaining. Battery indicator NO ICON Battery fully charged. Low battery; prepare to recharge or J change battery. N Warning! Battery exhausted. Recharge or change Battery exhausted. battery. 1/125 F4.3 9 Number of exposures remaining * * Depends on capacity of internal memory or memory card (B 14) and on options chosen for image quality (B 66) and size (B 66). C Auto Power off (Stand-by Mode) In shooting mode, the monitor will dim to reduce the drain on the battery if no operations are performed for about five seconds. The monitor will brighten when camera controls are used. At default settings, the monitor will turn off altogether if no operations are performed for about a minute during shooting and playback (stand-by mode; B 88). While the camera is in stand-by mode, the power-on lamp will blink and the monitor can be reactivated by pressing the shutter-release button halfway. The camera will turn off automatically if no operations are performed for another three minutes. 16 Basic Photography and Playback In U (auto) mode, the following indicators are also displayed. Internal memory indicator: If q is displayed, pictures will be recorded to internal memory. If memory card is inserted, q icon is no longer displayed and pictures are recorded to memory card. Shooting mode: 0 is displayed in U (auto) mode. Image quality and size: Choose image quality (B 66) and size (B 66) according to how picture will be used. Default settings are normal image quality (NORM) with an image size of 3,648×2,736 (j). 1/125 F4.3 9 Vibration reduction: K is displayed when vibration reduction is on (see below). Aperture (B 38) Shutter speed (B 38) C Vibration Reduction When vibration reduction is on (the default setting), the camera compensates for slight hand movements that can blur pictures at slow shutter speeds or high zoom ratios. 1/125 F4.3 9 C Image Quality and Size In U (auto mode), pressing the F button displays options for adjusting image quality (j; B 66) and size (n; B 66). Basic Photography and Playback 17 3 Frame a picture 3.1 Ready the camera Hold the camera steadily in both hands, keeping your fingers and other objects away from the lens, flash, and microphone. When taking pictures in portrait orientation with the camera rotated 90°, hold the camera with the flash uppermost. 3.2 Frame the picture Frame the picture with the subject positioned in approximately the center of the monitor or viewfinder. 1/125 F4.3 9 A The Viewfinder Use the viewfinder to frame pictures when bright light makes it difficult to see the display in the monitor. Note that because the image in the viewfinder may differ from the final picture, the monitor should be used at distances of about 1m (3ft. 3in.) or less, at image sizes of 3,648×2,432 (h) or 3,584×2,016 (9), or when using converter lenses (available separately; B 79, 90) or digital zoom (B 19). 18 Basic Photography and Playback Zoom The zoom control can be used to frame subjects in the monitor or viewfinder. Select W to zoom out, increasing the area visible in the frame. Select T to zoom in up to 3.5× so that the subject fills a larger area of the frame. The amount of zoom is displayed in the monitor. T W T Zoom out Zoom in W Indicator is displayed when zoom control is pressed 9 1/125 F4.3 Optical zoom (up to 3.5×) 1/125 F4.3 9 Indicator turns yellow when digital zoom is in effect 1/125 F4.3 9 Holding the control to T at 3.5× zoom will trigger digital zoom, allowing the subject to be magnified up to 4× more, for a total magnification of 14×. A Digital Zoom If possible, digital zoom will create a picture by cropping the area visible in the monitor to the current image size (B 66), increasing magnification without affecting quality. If the crop would be smaller than the current image size, additional pixels are added through a process known as interpolation, creating a slightly "grainy" image. The amount of zoom available before interpolation is used depends on the option currently selected for image size, as shown in the following table. Image size f g e Max. zoom without interpolation Image Digital zoom Total magnification size 1.4 × 4.9 × d 1.6 × 5.6 × i 2.2 × 7.7 × k Max. zoom without interpolation Digital zoom Total magnification 2.8 × 9.8 × 3.4 × 11.9 × 4.0 × 14.0 × 2 is displayed when interpolation is in effect. Using digital zoom at sizes of 3,648× 2,736 (j), 3,648×2,432 (h), or 3,584×2,016 (9) always triggers interpolation. Basic Photography and Playback 19 4 Focus and shoot 4.1 Focus Lightly press the shutter-release button about halfway, stopping when you feel resistance. In U mode, the camera automatically sets focus and exposure for the subject in the center focus area. · If the camera is able to focus, the focus indicator and focus area will be displayed in green, and the green AF lamp next to the viewfinder will light. Proceed to Step 4.2. · If the camera is unable to focus, the focus indicator and focus area blink red, and the green AF lamp next to the viewfinder will flicker. Change the composition and try again. 1/125 F4.3 9 A Digital Zoom The focus area is not displayed when digital zoom is in effect. C Getting Good Results with Autofocus Autofocus performs best when there is contrast between the subject and the background and the subject is evenly lit. It does not perform well if the subject is very dark or moving rapidly, if there are objects of sharply differing brightness in the scene (e.g., the sun is behind the subject and their features are in deep shadow), or if the focus area contains objects at different distances from the camera (e.g., the subject is inside a cage). If the camera is unable to focus using autofocus, change the composition, press the shutter-release button halfway several times to refocus, or use focus lock (B 77) to focus on another subject at the same distance and then recompose the photograph. 20 Basic Photography and Playback 4.2 Take the picture Gently press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to take the picture (moving the camera while pressing the shutter-release button can result in blurred pictures). The AF-assist illuminator may light or the flash may fire if the subject is poorly lit (B 24­25). D During Recording While pictures are being recorded, a Q or q icon will blink in the monitor and a o (wait) icon may be displayed. Opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover or removing memory cards or batteries while the Q or q icon is blinking or the o icon is displayed could affect pictures or damage the camera or card. C The Shutter-Release Button To set focus and exposure, press the shutter-release button about halfway, stopping when you feel resistance. Focus and exposure lock while the shutter-release button is held in this position. To release the shutter and take a picture, press the shutterrelease button down the rest of the way. Use a gentle touch; moving the camera while pressing the shutter-release button can result in blurred pictures. Set focus and exposure Take picture Basic Photography and Playback 21 Viewing Pictures Press the G button to display the most recent picture full-frame in the monitor (full-frame playback). Use the multi selector to view additional pictures: press the multi selector down or right to view pictures in the order recorded, up or left to view pictures in reverse order. Keep the multi selector pressed to scroll rapidly to the desired picture. Pictures may be displayed briefly at low resolution while being read from memory. 05/15/2007 15:30 0004.JPG 4/ 4 If no memory card is inserted in the camera, a q icon is displayed and pictures are played back from internal memory. If a memory card is inserted, the q icon will not be displayed and pictures will be played back from the memory card. Press the G button again or press the shutter-release button to return to shooting mode when playback is complete. Deleting Unwanted Pictures 1 3 Erase 1 image? 2 Delete picture. Erase 1 image? No Yes No Yes Confirmation dialog displayed. Highlight Yes. * * To exit without deleting picture, highlight No and press B. Deleting the Last Shot To delete the most recent picture, press the I button while the camera is in shooting mode. A confirmation dialog will be displayed; highlight Yes and press B to delete the last shot taken. 22 Basic Photography and Playback C Full-Frame Playback The following operations can be performed during full-frame playback: To View other pictures Zoom picture in Use or Description B Press multi selector to down or right, or rotate command dial right, to view pictures in order recorded. -- Press multi selector up or left, or rotate command dial left, to view pictures in reverse order. Zoom current picture in 3×, with center of picture displayed in monitor (quick playback zoom). Press 43 B to return to full-frame playback. View multiple pictures. Hide or display photo info in monitor. 43 8 T (O) View W (M) thumbnails Hide or display Q photo info Record/play B voice memo Exit to shooting G or shuttermode release button Record or play voice memos of up to 20s in length. 46 End playback and return to shooting mode. -- C Turning the Camera on in Playback Mode To turn the camera on in playback mode, press and hold the G button. The most recent picture will be displayed full-frame in the monitor, but the lens will not extend. C Viewing Pictures in Internal Memory Pictures can only be played back from internal memory if no memory card is inserted. If an empty memory card is inserted, the message "Memory contains no images" will be displayed. To view the pictures in internal memory, remove the memory card or use the Copy option in the playback menu to copy the pictures to the memory card (B 82). Basic Photography and Playback 23 Using the Flash The flash has a range of 0.3­8m (1­26ft.) when the camera is zoomed all the way out. The range at maximum zoom is 0.3­4m (1­13ft.). The following flash modes are available: Mode Description Flash fires automatically when lighting is poor. S Auto Auto with red- Advanced red-eye reduction is used to reduce "red-eye" in portraits V eye reduction (see following page). U Off T Fill flash W Slow sync N sync Rear-curtain Flash will not fire even when lighting is poor. Flash fires whenever picture is taken. Use to "fill in" (illuminate) back-lit subjects. Combines auto flash with slow shutter speeds. Flash illuminates main subject; slow shutter speeds capture background at night or under dim light Flash fires just before shutter closes, creating effect of a stream of light behind moving subjects. Flash 1 3 2 Flash Display options. Highlight mode. Make selection (to exit without changing mode, wait five seconds). Selection is shown by icon in display (if S is selected, S icon is displayed for five seconds only). Except in P, S, A, M, and T modes or when picture has been taken with S or V (auto with red-eye reduction) selected in U mode, flash mode is not stored when camera is turned off. 1/125 F4.3 9 The Flash Lamp The flash lamp shows flash status when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. · On: Flash will fire when picture is taken. · Blinks: Flash charging. Wait a few seconds and try again. · Off: Flash off or not required. 24 Basic Photography and Playback Advanced Red-Eye Reduction This camera uses advanced red-eye reduction ("In-Camera Red-Eye Fix"). The flash fires repeatedly at low intensity before the main flash, reducing red-eye. The camera then analyzes the picture; if red-eye is detected, the affected area will be processed to further reduce red-eye before the picture is saved. Note that because there is a slight lag between the shutter-release button being pressed and the picture being taken, this mode is not recommended when a quick shutter response is required. The time before the next picture can be taken also increases slightly. Advanced red-eye reduction may not produce the desired results in all situations. In extremely rare instances, areas not subject to red-eye may be affected by advanced red-eye reduction processing; in these cases, choose another mode and try again. A When Lighting Is Poor When lighting is poor and the flash is off (U), shutter speeds may slow and pictures may be blurred. Blur can be reduced by placing the camera on a steady, level surface or by turning Vibration reduction (B 87) off and using a tripod. If an ISO icon is displayed, sensitivity has been raised to compensate for poor lighting and pictures may be affected by "noise" in the form of randomly-spaced, brightly colored dots (B 71). A Dust or Mist Light from the flash reflected from particles of dust or other matter in the air may appear in pictures as bright specks. If this occurs, turn the flash off and try again. C The AF-Assist Illuminator If lighting is poor, the AF-assist illuminator may light to assist the focus operation when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. The illuminator has a maximum range of about 1.8m/5ft. 11in. (W) to 1m/3ft. 3in. (T). The AFassist illuminator is not available in some modes (B 30­33) and can also be turned off manually (B 87), although in this case the camera may not focus when lighting is poor. C Optional Flash Units See page 93 for information on using optional flash units mounted on the camera accessory shoe. The flash modes available with optional flash units are the same as for the builtin flash. Basic Photography and Playback 25 Taking Pictures with the Self-Timer The camera is equipped with ten- and three-second timers for self-portraits and to reduce blur. When using the self-timer, mount the camera on a tripod or rest it on a flat, level surface. Be sure to turn vibration reduction off when using a tripod (B 87). 1 2 3 Display self-timer menu. Self-timer Self-timer Highlight option. · 10s: 10s timer. Use for self portraits. · 3s: 3s timer. Use to reduce blur. Make selection (to exit without changing mode, wait five seconds). Selection appears next to Y icon in display. 1/125 F4.3 9 4 1/125 F4.3 9 Frame picture and press shutter-release button halfway to set focus and exposure. 5 1/125 F4.3 9 Start timer; display in monitor shows seconds remaining before shutter is released. To stop timer before picture is taken, press shutter-release button again. The self-timer lamp will blink until one second before the picture is taken, staying lit during the final second to warn that the shutter is about to be released. 26 Basic Photography and Playback Choosing a Focus Mode Choose a focus mode according to the subject and composition. Description Camera automatically adjusts focus according to distance to subject. Z Autofocus Use when subject is 30cm/1ft. or more from lens (70cm/2ft. 4in. or more when camera is zoomed all the way out). Use when shooting distant scenes through foreground objects such as windows or when shooting landscapes at ranges of 5m/16ft. 5in. or a Infinity more. Flash turns off automatically. Focusing Use for faster focus at ranges of 2m/6ft. 7in. or more. b limit Use for close-ups. If zoomed in or out until E icon in display turns Macro green, camera can focus on objects as close as 4cm/1.6in. to lens. E close-up Camera focuses continuously until shutter-release button is pressed halfway. Mode 1 3 Focus 2 Focus Display options. Highlight mode. Make selection (to exit without changing mode, wait five seconds). Selection is shown by icon in display (if Z is selected, Z icon is displayed for five seconds only). Option last selected in P, S, A, M, or T mode is stored when camera is turned off. 1/125 F4.3 9 Basic Photography and Playback 27 Exposure Compensation In modes other than M, exposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value selected by the camera. Choose from values between ­2.0 and +2.0EV in increments of 1/3EV. 1 Exit 2 Exit Display options. Select exposure compensation value. Pictures can be taken at any time. Return to shooting display. Selection is shown by icon. Option last selected in P, S, A, or T mode is stored when camera is turned off. 3 1/125 F4.3 9 Exposure compensation is not available in mode M. Using Exposure Compensation The camera tends to lower exposure when the frame is dominated by brightly lit objects and to increase exposure when the frame is mostly dark. Positive compensation may therefore be required to capture the brilliancy of very bright objects that fill the frame (for example, sunlit expanses of water, sand, or snow) or when the background is much brighter than the main subject. Negative compensation may be called for when large areas of the frame contain very dark objects (for example, a swath of dark green leaves) or when the background is much darker than the main subject. 28 Basic Photography and Playback Scene Mode The camera offers a choice of sixteen scenes. Camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected subject type. Scene mode can also be used to make voice recordings (B 51). K D H L B Face-priority AF Night portrait Dusk/Dawn Fireworks show Voice recording (B 51) A E I M j Portrait Party/Indoor Night landscape Copy Image quality (B 66) B F J N n Landscape Beach/Snow Close up Back light Image size (B 66) C G K O Sports Sunset Museum Panorama assist