Nikon COOLPIX L810 Spezifikationen

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viiiIntroductionFor Your SafetyTo prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in th

80Recording and Playing Back MoviesRecording and Playing Back MoviesRecording MoviesYou can record movies by simply pressing the b (e movie-record) bu

81Recording and Playing Back Movies4 Press the b (e movie-record) button again to end recording.B Notes About Saving DataAfter taking pictures or reco

82Recording and Playing Back MoviesC Movie Options and Maximum Movie LengthAll figures are approximate. The maximum movie length may vary depending on

83Recording and Playing Back MoviesChanging Movie Recording Settings (the Movie Menu)The following settings can be changed.Enter shooting mode M d but

84Recording and Playing Back MoviesPlaying Back MoviesPress the c button to enter playback mode.Movies are indicated by the movie options icon (A 83).

85Recording and Playing Back MoviesFunctions Available During PlaybackPlayback controls are displayed at the top of the monitor.Press the multi select

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87General Camera SetupGeneral Camera SetupThis chapter describes the various settings that can be adjusted in the z setup menu.For further details abo

88General Camera SetupGeneral Camera SetupThe Setup MenuThe following settings can be changed in the setup menu by selecting the z tab.Press the d but

89General Camera SetupFormat memory/Format cardAllows you to format the internal memory or the memory card. E59Language Allows you to change the camer

ixIntroductionKeep out of reach of childrenParticular care should be taken to prevent infants from putting the battery or other small parts into their

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E1E Reference SectionReference SectionThe Reference Section provides detailed information and hints about using the camera.ShootingUsing Panorama Assi

E2Reference SectionReference SectionUsing Panorama AssistThe camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame. Use a tripod for the best resul

E3Reference Section3 Take the next picture.• Frame the next image so that one third of the frame overlaps the first image, and press the shutter-relea

E4Reference SectionC Combining Images to Make a Panorama (Panorama Maker 6)• You can transfer images to a computer (A 76) and use Panorama Maker 6 to

E5Reference SectionTaking 3D PicturesThe camera takes one picture for each eye to simulate a three-dimensional image on a 3D-compatible TV or monitor.

E6Reference Section3 With the subject aligned with the guide, wait for the camera to automatically release the shutter and capture the second shot.• T

E7Reference SectionC Notes About Taking 3D Pictures• Moving subjects are not suited to 3D photography. We recommend shooting still subjects.• 3D image

E8Reference SectionEditing Still ImagesEditing FeaturesUse the COOLPIX L810 to edit images in-camera and save them as separate files (E69). The editin

E9Reference SectionC Restrictions on Image EditingWhen an edited copy is further modified with another editing function, check the following restricti

xIntroduction• Batteries are prone to leakage when fully discharged. To avoid damage to the product, be sure to remove the batteries when no charge re

E10Reference SectionI D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and ContrastCreate a copy of the current image with enhanced brightness and contrast, brighteni

E11Reference Sectione Skin Softening: Softening Skin TonesThe camera detects faces in images and creates a copy with softer facial skin tones.1 Press

E12Reference Sectiong Small Picture: Reducing the Size of an ImageCreate a small copy of the current image.1 Press the multi selector H or I to select

E13Reference Sectiona Crop: Creating a Cropped CopyCreate a copy containing only the portion visible in the monitor when u is displayed with playback

E14Reference SectionC Image SizeAs the area to be saved is reduced, the image size (pixels) of the cropped copy is also reduced.When the image size of

E15Reference SectionEditing MoviesThe desired portions of a recorded movie can be saved as a separate file.1 Play back the desired movie and pause pla

E16Reference Section5 When the settings are finished, press H or I to choose m Save and press the k button.6 Choose Yes and press the k button.• The e

E17Reference SectionConnecting the Camera to a TV (Viewing Images on a TV)Connect the camera to a TV to play back images or movies on the TV.If your T

E18Reference Section3 Set the TV’s input to external video input.• See the documentation provided with your TV for details.4 Hold down the c button to

E19Reference SectionConnecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print)Users of PictBridge-compatible (F20) printers can connect the camera directly to

xiIntroductionUse appropriate cablesWhen connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for the purpos

E20Reference SectionConnecting the Camera to a Printer1 Turn off the camera.2 Turn on the printer.• Check printer settings.B Notes About Power Source•

E21Reference Section3 Connect the camera to the printer using the included USB cable.• Be sure that connectors are properly oriented. Do not attempt t

E22Reference SectionPrinting Individual ImagesAfter properly connecting the camera to the printer (E20), follow the procedures described below to prin

E23Reference Section4 Select Paper size and press the k button.5 Select the desired paper size and press the k button.• To specify paper size using se

E24Reference SectionPrinting Multiple ImagesAfter properly connecting the camera to the printer (E20), follow the procedures described below to print

E25Reference SectionPrint selectionSelect images (up to 99) and the number of copies (up to nine) of each.• Press the multi selector J or K to select

E26Reference Section5 Printing begins.• Monitor display returns to the print menu shown in step 2 when printing is complete.DPOF printingPrint images

E27Reference SectionThe Smart Portrait Menu• See “Changing the Image Size (Image Mode)” (A 62) for information about Image mode.Skin SofteningEnable s

E28Reference SectionSmile TimerThe camera detects human faces and then automatically releases the shutter whenever a smile is detected.The icon for th

E29Reference SectionThe Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)• See “Changing the Image Size (Image Mode)” (A 62) for information about Image mode.White Ba

xiiIntroduction3D ImagesDo not continuously view 3D images recorded with this device for extended periods, whether on a television, monitor, or other

E30Reference SectionUsing Preset ManualPreset manual is used with mixed lighting or to compensate for light sources with a strong color cast when the

E31Reference Section4 Frame the reference object in the measuring window.5 Press the k button to measure a value for preset manual.• The shutter is re

E32Reference SectionContinuous ShootingChange settings to continuous or BSS (best shot selector).The icon for the current setting is displayed in the

E33Reference SectionISO SensitivityWhen ISO sensitivity is increased, less light is needed when taking pictures.Higher ISO sensitivity allows darker s

E34Reference SectionColor OptionsMake colors more vivid or save images in monochrome.The icon for the current setting is displayed in the monitor when

E35Reference SectionThe Playback Menu• See “Editing Still Images” (E8) for information about image editing features.a Print Order (Creating a DPOF Pri

E36Reference Section2 Select images (up to 99) and the number of copies (up to nine) of each.• Press the multi selector J or K to select images, and p

E37Reference SectionB Notes About Printing Shooting Date and Shooting InformationWhen the Date and Info settings are enabled in the print order option

E38Reference Sectionb Slide ShowPlay back images, saved in the internal memory or on a memory card, one by one in an automated “slide show.”1 Use the

E39Reference Sectiond ProtectProtects selected images from accidental deletion.Select images to protect or cancel protection for previously protected

xiiiIntroductionNoticesNotice for Customers in the U.S.A.Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference StatementThis equipment

E40Reference SectionThe Image Selection ScreenWhen using one of the following features, a screen like that shown on the right is displayed when select

E41Reference Sectionf Rotate ImageSpecify the orientation in which saved images are displayed during playback.Still images can be rotated 90 degrees c

E42Reference Sectionh Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory and Memory Card)Copy images between the internal memory and a memory card.1 Use the multi sel

E43Reference SectionB Notes About Copying Images• JPEG, MOV, and MPO files can be copied.• Operation is not guaranteed with images captured with anoth

E44Reference SectionThe Movie MenuMovie OptionsSelect the desired movie option to record.Larger image sizes and faster movie bitrates produce greater

E45Reference SectionAutofocus ModeSelect how the camera focuses in movie mode.Wind Noise ReductionAllows you to reduce wind noise during movie recordi

E46Reference SectionThe Setup MenuWelcome ScreenAllows you to configure the welcome screen that is displayed when you turn on the camera.d button M z

E47Reference SectionTime Zone and DateSet the camera clock.d button M z tab M Time zone and date M k buttonOption DescriptionDate and timeAllows you t

E48Reference SectionSelecting the Travel Destination Time Zone1 Use the multi selector to select Time zone and press the k button.2 Select x Travel de

E49Reference Section4 Press J or K to select the travel destination time zone.• If daylight saving time is in effect, press H to enable daylight savin

xivIntroductionInterface CablesUse the interface cables sold or provided by Nikon for your equipment. Using other interface cables may exceed the limi

E50Reference SectionC Time ZonesThe camera supports the time zones listed below.For time zones not listed below, set the camera clock to local time fr

E51Reference SectionMonitor SettingsSet the options below.Photo InfoSelect whether or not the photo information is displayed in the monitor.d button M

E52Reference SectionFraming grid+auto infoIn addition to information shown with Auto info, a framing grid is displayed to help frame pictures.It is no

E53Reference SectionPrint Date (Imprinting Date and Time)The shooting date and time can be imprinted on the images when shooting, allowing the informa

E54Reference SectionVibration ReductionReduce the effects of camera shake while shooting. Vibration reduction effectively reduces blur, caused by slig

E55Reference SectionMotion DetectionEnable motion detection to reduce the effects of subject movement and camera shake when shooting still images.The

E56Reference SectionAF AssistEnable or disable AF-assist illuminator, which assists autofocus operation when the subject is dimly lit.d button M z tab

E57Reference SectionSound SettingsAdjust the following sound settings.d button M z tab M Sound settings M k buttonOption DescriptionButton soundSelect

E58Reference SectionAuto OffIf no operations are performed for a specified amount of time, the monitor turns off and the camera enters standby mode to

E59Reference SectionFormat Memory/Format CardUse this option to format the internal memory or a memory card.Formatting the internal memory or memory c

xvIntroductionSymbol for Separate Collection in European CountriesThis symbol indicates that this product is to be collected separately.The following

E60Reference SectionLanguageSelect one of 29 languages for display of camera menus and messages.d button M z tab M Language M k buttonCzech RussianDan

E61Reference SectionTV SettingsAdjust settings for connection to a TV.d button M z tab M TV settings M k buttonOption DescriptionVideo mode Select fro

E62Reference SectionBlink WarningSelect whether or not the camera detects human subjects that have blinked using face detection (A 65) when shooting i

E63Reference SectionThe Blink Warning ScreenWhen the Did someone blink? screen shown on the right is displayed in the monitor, the operations describe

E64Reference SectionEye-Fi UploadSet whether or not the camera’s Eye-Fi card (available from third-party manufacturers) sends images to your computer.

E65Reference SectionReset AllWhen Reset is selected, the camera’s settings will be restored to their default values.Basic Shooting FunctionsScene Mode

E66Reference SectionSmart Portrait MenuShooting MenuMovie MenuSetup MenuOption Default valueSkin softening (E27) OnSmile timer (E28) OnBlink proof (E

E67Reference SectionOthers• Selecting Reset all also clears the current file number (E69) from memory. Numbering will continue from the lowest number

E68Reference SectionBattery TypeTo ensure that the camera shows the correct battery level (A 21), select the type that matches the batteries currently

E69Reference SectionFile and Folder NamesImages and movies are assigned file names as follows.• Files are saved in folders named with a folder number

xviIntroductionTable of ContentsIntroduction ... iiRead This First ...

E70Reference SectionOptional Accessories1When using EN-MH2 rechargeable Ni-MH batteries with the camera, charge the batteries four at a time using Bat

E71Reference SectionError MessagesDisplay Cause/SolutionATurn the camera off, remove the lens cap, and turn the camera on.The lens cap may be attached

E72Reference SectionThis card cannot be used.Error accessing memory card.• Use approved card.• Check that terminals are clean.• Confirm that the card

E73Reference SectionA blink was detected in the picture just taken.One or more portrait subjects may have blinked when the picture was taken.Check the

E74Reference SectionFailed to take second shotWhen taking 3D pictures, the second shot could not be successfully taken after the first shot.• Try shoo

E75Reference Section* See the documentation provided with your printer for further guidance and information.Printer error: out of paperNo paper is loa

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F1Technical Notes and IndexTechnical Notes and IndexCaring for the Product...F2The Camera...

F2Technical Notes and IndexTechnical Notes and IndexCaring for the ProductThe CameraTo ensure safe and continued enjoyment of your Nikon camera, obser

F3Technical Notes and IndexB Turn the Camera off Before Removing the Batteries, AC Adapter, or Memory CardRemoving the batteries, AC adapter, or memor

xviiIntroductionChanging the Image Size (Image Mode)... 62Image Mode Settings (Image Size and Quality) ...

F4Technical Notes and IndexBatteriesBe sure to read and follow the warnings noted in “For Your Safety” (A viii-xv) before use.B Notes About Using Batt

F5Technical Notes and IndexB Notes About Rechargeable Ni-MH Batteries• If you repeatedly charge rechargeable Ni-MH batteries while they still have som

F6Technical Notes and IndexMemory Cards• Use only Secure Digital memory cards. Approved memory cards ➝ A 15• Observe the precautions noted in the docu

F7Technical Notes and IndexCleaning and StorageCleaningDo not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals.StorageRemove the batteries if the cam

F8Technical Notes and IndexTroubleshootingIf the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your

F9Technical Notes and IndexDate and time of recording are not correct.• If camera clock has not been set, “Date not set” indicator flashes during shoo

F10Technical Notes and IndexCharacteristics of Digital CamerasIn extremely rare instances, unusual characters may appear in the monitor and the camera

F11Technical Notes and IndexCamera cannot focus.• Subject is too close. Try shooting using easy auto mode, Close-up scene mode, or macro mode.• The in

F12Technical Notes and IndexDigital zoom cannot be used.• Digital zoom cannot be used in the following situations.- When Portrait, Night portrait, Pet

F13Technical Notes and IndexImages are too dark (underexposed).•The flash is lowered or the flash mode is set to W (off).• Flash window is blocked.• S

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xviiiIntroductionThe Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)... E29White Balance (Adjusting Hue) ... E29Continuous S

F14Technical Notes and IndexPlayback IssuesProblem Cause/Solution AFile cannot be played back.• File or folder was overwritten or renamed by computer

F15Technical Notes and IndexImages are not displayed on TV.• Video mode or HDMI is not correctly set in the TV settings setup menu.• Cables are connec

F16Technical Notes and IndexSpecificationsNikon COOLPIX L810 Digital CameraTypeCompact digital cameraEffective pixels16.1 millionImage sensor1/2.3-in.

F17Technical Notes and IndexStorageMediaInternal memory (approx. 50 MB), SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cardFile systemDCF, Exif 2.3, DPOF, and MPF compliantFile

F18Technical Notes and IndexBuilt-in flashRange(ISO sensitivity: Auto)[W]: Approx. 0.5 to 5.0 m (1 ft 8 in. to 16 ft)[T]: Approx. 1.5 to 2.5 m (5 ft t

F19Technical Notes and Index• Unless otherwise stated, all figures are for a camera with fully-charged LR6/L40 (AA-size) alkaline batteries operated a

F20Technical Notes and IndexSupported Standards• DCF: Design Rule for Camera File System is a standard widely used in the digital camera industry to e

F21Technical Notes and IndexIndexSymbolsR ... E3g (Tele)...

F22Technical Notes and IndexBeach Z... 38Best shot selector...

F23Technical Notes and IndexFSCN... E69Full-frame playback ...

1Parts of the CameraParts of the CameraThis chapter describes the parts of the camera and explains information that is displayed in the monitor.The Ca

F24Technical Notes and IndexPlayback... 29, 84Playback button...

F25Technical Notes and IndexTime difference ... E50Time zone ... 17, E47, E50Time zone

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2Parts of the CameraParts of the CameraThe Camera Body1513147658432191011121Zoom control... 24f :

3Parts of the Camera10 9115764328112 13 141 Monitor ...62A (shooting mode) button

4Parts of the CameraAttaching the Camera Strap and Lens CapAttach the lens cap to the camera strap, and then attach the strap to the camera.Attach the

5Parts of the CameraRaising and Lowering the FlashPress the m (flash pop-up) button to raise the flash.• Using the Flash (Flash Modes) ➝ A 51• Push th

6Parts of the CameraThe Monitor• The information that is displayed in the monitor during shooting and playback changes depending on the camera’s setti

7Parts of the Camera1 Shooting mode...34, 35, 44, 482 Macro mode ...5

8Parts of the CameraPlayback Mode1 m 0 s1m 0s9 9 9 / 9 9 9999/ 9991 m 0 s1m 0s9 9 9 9 / 9 9 9 99999/99999 9 9 9 . J P G9999. JPG9 9 9 /

9The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackThe Basics of Shooting and PlaybackPreparationPreparation 1 Insert the Batteries ...

iIntroductionParts of the CameraThe Basics of Shooting and PlaybackShooting FeaturesPlayback FeaturesRecording and Playing Back MoviesGeneral Camera S

10The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackThe Basics of Shooting and PlaybackPreparation 1 Insert the Batteries1 Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot

11The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackApplicable Batteries• Four LR6/L40 (AA-size) alkaline batteries (batteries included)• Four FR6/L91 (AA-size) lith

12The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackB Notes About EN-MH2 Rechargeable BatteriesWhen using EN-MH2 batteries with the COOLPIX L810, charge the batterie

13The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackPreparation 2 Insert a Memory Card1 Turn off the camera and open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.• Whe

14The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackRemoving the Memory Card• Turn the camera off and be sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have turned off

15The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackApproved Memory CardsThe following Secure Digital (SD) memory cards have been tested and approved for use in this

16The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackPreparation 3 Set the Display Language, Date, and TimeWhen the camera is turned on for the first time, the langua

17The Basics of Shooting and Playback4 Press J or K to select your home time zone and press the k button.• Press H to enable daylight saving time. Whe

18The Basics of Shooting and Playback8 Make sure that the lens cap has been removed, then press the A button.• The lens extends and the shooting-mode

19The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackC Changing the Language Setting and the Date and Time Setting• You can change these settings using the Language (

iiIntroductionIntroductionRead This FirstThank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX L810 digital camera. Before using the camera, please read the info

20The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackStep 1 Turn the Camera On and Select Shooting Mode1 Remove the lens cap and press the power switch to turn on the

21The Basics of Shooting and Playback4 Check the battery level indicator and the number of exposures remaining.Battery Level IndicatorNumber of Exposu

22The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackTurning the Camera On and Off• Remove the lens cap and turn the camera on. • When the camera is turned on, the po

23The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackStep 2 Frame a Picture1 Hold the camera steady.• Keep fingers, hair, the camera strap, and other objects away fro

24The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackUsing the ZoomUse the zoom control to activate optical zoom.• To zoom in closer to the subject, rotate the zoom c

25The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackDigital ZoomWhen the camera is zoomed in to the maximum optical zoom position, rotating and holding the zoom cont

26The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackStep 3 Focus and Shoot1 Press the shutter-release button halfway (A 27).• When a face is detected:The camera focu

27The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackThe Shutter-release ButtonPress halfwayTo set focus and exposure (shutter speed and aperture value), press the sh

28The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackB AutofocusThe camera may not focus as expected in the following situations. In some rare cases, the subject may

29The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackStep 4 Play Back Images1 Press the c (playback) button.• The camera switches to playback mode and the last image

iiiIntroductionAbout This ManualIf you want to start using the camera right away, see “The Basics of Shooting and Playback” (A 9).To learn about the p

30The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackC Viewing Images• Images may be displayed briefly at low resolution while being read from the memory card or inte

31The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackStep 5 Delete Images1 Press the l button to delete the image currently displayed in the monitor.2 Press the multi

32The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackOperating the Erase Selected Images Screen1 Press the multi selector J or K to select an image to be deleted, and

33Shooting FeaturesShooting FeaturesThis chapter describes the camera’s shooting modes and the features that are available when using each shooting mo

34Shooting FeaturesShooting FeaturesG (Easy Auto) ModeThe camera automatically selects the optimum scene mode when you frame a picture.Automatic Scene

35Shooting FeaturesScene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)When one of the following scenes is selected, camera settings are automatically optimized for

36Shooting FeaturesChanging Scene Mode Settings• Depending on the scene, the multi selector H (X), I (p), J (n), and K (o) can be used to set the corr

37Shooting Featuresd SportsUse this mode when shooting sporting events. The camera captures a series of still images that allow you to clearly see det

38Shooting FeaturesZ BeachCaptures the brightness of such subjects as beaches or sunlit expanses of water.• The camera focuses on the area in the cent

39Shooting Featuresj Night landscapeSlow shutter speeds are used to capture stunning night landscapes.• The focus area or focus indicator (A 7) always

ivIntroductionOther Information• Symbols and ConventionsTo make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and conventions are

40Shooting Featuresl MuseumUse indoors where flash photography is prohibited (for example, in museums and art galleries) or in other settings in which

41Shooting FeaturesU Panorama assistUse this setting to capture a series of images that will be connected using a computer to form a panorama image (E

42Shooting FeaturesO Pet portraitUse this mode when taking pictures of dogs or cats. When the camera detects the face of a dog or cat, the camera focu

43Shooting Featuress 3D photographyUse this mode for taking 3D images viewable in three dimensions on a 3D-compatible TV or monitor. The camera takes

44Shooting FeaturesSmart Portrait Mode (Capturing Smiling Faces)When the camera detects a smiling face, you can take a picture automatically without p

45Shooting FeaturesChanging Smart Portrait Mode Settings• Features that can be set using the multi selector (A 50) ➝ Flash mode (A 51), self-timer (A

46Shooting FeaturesOptions Available in the Smart Portrait MenuWhen using F smart portrait mode, the following settings can be changed.Enter smart por

47Shooting FeaturesUsing Skin SofteningWhen the shutter is released in one of the following shooting modes, the camera detects one or more human faces

48Shooting FeaturesA (Auto) ModeUsed for general shooting. Settings can be adjusted in the shooting menu (A 49) to suit the shooting conditions and th

49Shooting FeaturesOptions Available in the Auto Shooting MenuWhen using A (auto) mode, the following settings can be changed.Enter A (auto) mode (A 4

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

50Shooting FeaturesFeatures That Can Be Set Using the Multi SelectorWhen shooting, the multi selector H, I, J, and K can be used to set the following

51Shooting FeaturesUsing the Flash (Flash Modes)In dark locations or when the subject is backlit, you can take pictures with flash by raising the flas

52Shooting Features3 Press the multi selector H or I to select the desired mode and press the k button.• Available Flash Modes ➝ A 53• If a setting is

53Shooting FeaturesAvailable Flash ModesUAutoThe flash fires automatically when lighting is dim.VAuto with red-eye reductionReduce red-eye in portrait

54Shooting FeaturesC The Flash Mode Setting• The setting varies with the shooting mode.➝ “Available Features” (A 50)➝ “Default Settings” (A 60)• Some

55Shooting FeaturesUsing the Self-timerThe camera’s self-timer can release the shutter about ten seconds after you press the shutter-release button.Th

56Shooting Features4 Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down.• The self-timer starts, and the number of seconds remaining before the

57Shooting FeaturesUsing Macro ModeWhen using macro mode, the camera can focus on objects as close as about 1 cm (0.4 in.) from the lens.This feature

58Shooting FeaturesB Notes About Using the FlashThe flash may be unable to light the entire subject at distances of less than 50 cm (1 ft 8 in.).C Aut

59Shooting FeaturesAdjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation)You can adjust overall image brightness.1 Press the multi selector K (o exposure compen

viIntroductionAbout the Manuals• No part of the manuals included with this product may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval

60Shooting FeaturesDefault SettingsDefault settings for each shooting mode are described below.Flash1(A 51)Self-timer(A 55)Macro(A 57)Exposure compens

61Shooting Features1Setting is used when the flash is raised.2You can select U (auto) or W (off). When U (auto) is selected, the camera automatically

62Shooting FeaturesChanging the Image Size (Image Mode)You can use the Image mode setting in the shooting menu to select the combination of image size

63Shooting FeaturesC Number of Images That Can Be SavedThe following table lists the approximate number of images that can be saved in the internal me

64Shooting FeaturesFeatures That Cannot Be Used SimultaneouslySome shooting settings cannot be used with other functions.Restricted functionOption Des

65Shooting FeaturesFocusingUsing Face DetectionIn the following shooting modes, the camera uses face detection to automatically focus on human faces.I

66Shooting FeaturesFocus LockWhen the camera focuses on an object in the center of the frame, you can use focus lock to focus on an off-center subject

67Playback FeaturesPlayback FeaturesThis chapter describes the features that are available when playing back images.Playback Zoom ...

68Playback FeaturesPlayback FeaturesPlayback ZoomRotating the zoom control to g (i) in full-frame playback mode (A 29) zooms in on the center of the i

69Playback FeaturesThumbnail Display, Calendar DisplayRotating the zoom control to f (h) in full-frame playback mode (A 29) displays images in “contac

viiIntroduction• Comply with copyright noticesThe copying or reproduction of copyrighted creative works such as books, music, paintings, woodcut print

70Playback FeaturesFeatures Available in Playback Mode (Playback Menu)When viewing images in full-frame playback mode or thumbnail playback mode, you

71Playback FeaturesConnecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or PrinterYou can enhance your enjoyment of images and movies by connecting the camera to

72Playback FeaturesViewing images on a TV E17You can view the camera’s images and movies on a TV.Connection method: Connect the video and audio plugs

73Playback FeaturesUsing ViewNX 2ViewNX 2 is an all-in-one software package which enables you to transfer, view, edit and share images.Install ViewNX

74Playback FeaturesMac OS• Mac OS X (version 10.5.8, 10.6.8, 10.7.2)Refer to the Nikon website for the latest information on operating system compatib

75Playback Features4 Download the software.• When the Software Download screen is displayed, click I agree - Begin download.• Follow the on-screen ins

76Playback FeaturesTransferring Images to the Computer1 Choose how images will be copied to the computer.Choose one of the following methods:•Direct U

77Playback Features2 Transfer images to the computer.• Confirm that the name of the connected camera or removable disk is displayed as the “Source” on

78Playback FeaturesViewing ImagesStart ViewNX 2.• Images are displayed in ViewNX 2 when transfer is complete.• Consult online help for more informatio

79Recording and Playing Back MoviesRecording and Playing Back MoviesYou can record movies by simply pressing the b (e movie-record) button.Recording M