Nikon COOLPIX-A Bedienungsanleitung

DIGITAL CAMERAEnReference Manual

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

80NManual FocusTo focus manually, rotate the focus ring until the subject is in focus (the faster the ring is rotated, the more rapidly focus will be

S81SISO SensitivityThe higher the ISO sensitivity, the less light needed to make an exposure, allowing higher shutter speeds or smaller apertures, but

82S3 Choose an ISO sensitivity.Highlight an option and press J. To return to shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway.A AutoIf the mode

83SAuto ISO Sensitivity ControlIf On is selected for ISO sensitivity settings > Auto ISO sensitivity control in the shooting menu, ISO sensitivity

84S3 Adjust settings.The maximum value for auto ISO sensitivity can be selected using Maximum sensitivity (the minimum value for auto ISO sensitivity

V85ZExposureChoose how the camera sets exposure in P, S, A, and M modes (in other modes, the camera selects the metering method automatically).Meterin

86Z1 Press the P button.Shooting information will be displayed in the monitor.2 Display metering options.Highlight the current metering method in the

87ZExposure CompensationExposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera, making pictures brighter or darker. It

88ZA The Information DisplayExposure compensation can also be adjusted by selecting the current exposure compensation setting in the information displ

r89rWhite BalanceWhite balance ensures that colors are unaffected by the color of the light source. Auto white balance is recommended for most light s

xiNotice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or ReproductionNote that simply being in possession of material that has been digitally copied or reproduce

90r1 Press the P button.Shooting information will be displayed in the monitor.2 Display white balance options.Highlight the current white balance sett

91rA The Shooting MenuWhite balance can be selected using the White balance option in the shooting menu (0 176), which also can be used to fine-tune w

92rFine-Tuning White BalanceWhite balance options other than Preset manual can be “fine-tuned” to compensate for variations in the color of the light

93r3 Press J.Press J to save settings and return to the shooting menu. If white balance has been fine-tuned, an asterisk (“*”) will be displayed in th

94rPreset ManualPreset manual is used to record and recall custom white balance settings for shooting under mixed lighting or to compensate for light

95r3 Select Measure.Highlight Measure and press 2. The menu shown at right will be displayed; highlight Ye s and press J.The message shown at right w

96r5 Check the results.If the camera was able to measure a value for white balance, the message shown at right will be displayed.If lighting is too da

97r❚❚ Copying White Balance from a PhotographFollow the steps below to copy a value for white balance from a photograph on the memory card.1 Select Pr

98r4 Choose a folder.Highlight the folder containing the source image and press 2.5 Highlight the source image.6 Copy white balance.Press J to set pre

J99JImage EnhancementNikon’s unique Picture Control system makes it possible to share image processing settings, including sharpening, contrast, brigh

xiiUse Only Nikon Brand Electronic AccessoriesNikon cameras are designed to the highest standards and include complex electronic circuitry. Only Nikon

100J1 Press the P button.Shooting information will be displayed in the monitor.2 Display Picture Control options.Highlight the current Picture Contro

101JModifying Picture ControlsExisting preset or custom Picture Controls (0 106) can be modified to suit the scene or the user’s creative intent. Choo

102J3 Adjust settings.Press 1 or 3 to highlight the desired setting and press 4 or 2 to choose a value (0 103). Repeat this step until all settings ha

103J❚❚ Picture Control SettingsOption DescriptionQuick adjustChoose from options between –2 and +2 to reduce or exaggerate the effect of the selected

104JD “A” (Auto)Results for auto sharpening, contrast, and saturation vary with exposure and the position of the subject in the frame.A The Picture Co

105JA Filter Effects (Monochrome Only)The options in this menu simulate the effect of color filters on monochrome photographs. The following filter ef

106JCreating Custom Picture ControlsThe Picture Controls supplied with the camera can be modified and saved as custom Picture Controls.1 Select Manage

107J4 Edit the selected Picture Control.See page 103 for more information. To abandon any changes and start over from default settings, press the O bu

108J7 Save changes and exit.Press X to save changes and exit. The new Picture Control will appear in the Picture Control list.A Manage Picture Control

109JSharing Custom Picture ControlsCustom Picture Controls created using the Picture Control Utility available with ViewNX 2 or optional software such

xiiiQuick Start Guide...ivFor Your Safety ...

110JPreserving Detail in Highlights and Shadows (Active D-Lighting)Active D-Lighting preserves details in highlights and shadows, creating photographs

111J1 Press the P button.Shooting information will be displayed in the monitor.2 Display Active D-Lighting options.Highlight Active D-Lighting in the

l112lFlash PhotographyThe camera supports a variety of flash modes for photographing poorly lit or backlit subjects.1 Raise the flash.Slide the flash

113lFlash ModeThe flash modes available vary with shooting mode:1 Press the P button.Shooting information will be displayed in the monitor.2 Display f

114l3 Choose a flash mode.Highlight a mode and press J. Press the shutter-release button halfway to return to shooting mode.A Flash ModesThe flash mod

115lA See AlsoFor information on using the f button and the command dial to choose the flash mode, see page 193.A Lowering the Built-in FlashTo save p

116lFlash CompensationFlash compensation is used to alter flash output from the level suggested by the camera, changing the brightness of the main sub

117lA Optional Flash UnitsFlash compensation is also available with optional SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, SB-600, and SB-400 flash units; in the ca

118lFV LockThis feature is used to lock flash output, allowing photographs to be recomposed without changing the flash level and ensuring that flash o

119l4 Lock flash level.After confirming that the flash ready indicator (M) is displayed, press the f button. The flash will emit a monitor preflash to

xivBasic Photography 27Battery Level and Card Capacity ... 27“Point-and-Shoot” Photography (i Mode)..

120lD Using FV Lock with the Built-in FlashFV lock is only available with the built-in flash when TTL is selected for Flash cntrl for built-in flash i

t121tOther Shooting OptionsThe camera settings listed below and on page 122 can be restored to default values by holding the P and G buttons down toge

122t* Current Picture Control only.Bracketing P, S, A, M Off123,181Picture Control settings* P, S, A, M Unmodified 99Exposure compensation P, S, A, M

123tBracketingBracketing automatically varies exposure, Active D-Lighting (ADL), or white balance slightly with each shot, “bracketing” the current va

124t3 Display bracketing options.Highlight the current bracketing setting and press J.4 Select a bracketing increment.Highlight a bracketing increment

125tIf there is not enough space available on the memory card to record three images, the exposure-count display in the monitor will flash. Shooting c

126tA Disabling BracketingTo disable bracketing and resume normal shooting, select OFF in Step 4 on the previous page. To cancel bracketing before all

127tInterval Timer PhotographyThe camera is equipped to take photographs automatically at preset intervals.Mount the camera on a tripod and frame the

128t3 Choose the interval.Press 4 or 2 to highlight hours, minutes, or seconds and press 1 or 3 to choose an interval longer than the slowest anticipa

129t5 Start shooting.Highlight On and press J (to return to the shooting menu without starting the interval timer, highlight Off and press J). The fir

xvP, S, A, and M Modes 52Shutter Speed and Aperture ... 52P: Programmed Auto...

130tUsing a GPS UnitAn optional GP-1 GPS unit (0 231) can be connected to the accessory terminal (0 3) allowing information on the camera’s current po

131tA The n IconConnection status is shown by the n icon:• n (static): Camera has established communication with the GPS unit. Photo information for p

I132IMore on PlaybackTo play photographs back, press the K button. The most recent photograph will be displayed in the monitor.Full-Frame PlaybackA Ro

133ITo Use DescriptionView additional photographsPress 2 to view photographs in order recorded, 4 to view photographs in reverse order. Photographs ca

134IPhoto InformationPhoto information is superimposed on images displayed in full-frame playback. Press 1 or 3 to cycle through photo information as

135I❚❚ File Information❚❚ Highlights❚❚ RGB Histogram1Protect status ... 1462Retouch indicator ...

136IA Playback ZoomTo zoom in on the photograph when the histogram is displayed, press X. Use the X and W (Q) buttons to zoom in and out and scroll th

137I❚❚ Shooting Data1Metering ...85Shutter speed...54, 56Aperture...

138I1 Displayed in red if photo was taken with auto ISO sensitivity control on.2 Standard, Vivid, Portrait, and Landscape Picture Controls only.3 Neut

139I❚❚ Overview Data* Displayed in red if photo was taken with auto ISO sensitivity control on.–1. 3 +1. 0 SLOW0, 0

xviExposure 85Metering ... 85Exposure Compensation...

140IThumbnail PlaybackTo display images in “contact sheets” of four, nine, or 72 images, press the W (Q) button.Full-frame playbackThumbnail playback

141IChange protect status of highlighted photoE (N/L)See page 146 for more information.Return to shooting mode /KPress shutter-release button halfway

142ICalendar PlaybackTo view images taken on a selected date, press the W (Q) button when 72 images are displayed.The operations that can be performed

143IDelete highlighted photo(s)O• Date list: Delete all pictures taken on selected date.• Thumbnail list: Delete highlighted picture (0 148).Change pr

144ITaking a Closer Look: Playback ZoomPress the X button to zoom in on the image displayed in full-frame playback or on the image currently highlight

145IView other imagesRotate command dial or multi selector to view same location in other images at current zoom ratio. Playback zoom is cancelled whe

146IProtecting Photographs from DeletionIn full-frame, zoom, thumbnail, and calendar playback, the E (N/L) button can be used to protect photographs f

147I.A Removing Protection from All ImagesTo remove protection from all images in the folder or folders currently selected in the Playback folder menu

148IDeleting PhotographsTo delete the photograph displayed in full-frame playback or the photograph highlighted in the thumbnail list, press the O but

149I3 Press the O button again.To delete the photograph, press the O button again. To exit without deleting the photograph, press the K button.A Calen

xviiMore on Playback 132Full-Frame Playback ...132Photo Information...

150IThe Playback MenuThe Delete option in the playback menu contains the following options. Note that depending on the number of images, some time may

151I3 Select the highlighted picture.Press the W (Q) button to select the highlighted picture. Selected pictures are marked by a O icon. Repeat steps

152I❚❚ Select Date: Deleting Photographs Taken on a Selected Date1 Choose Select date.In the delete menu, highlight Select date and press 2.2 Highligh

153I4 Press J to complete the operation.A confirmation dialog will be displayed; highlight Ye s and press J.

Q154QConnectionsThe supplied ViewNX 2 software can be used to copy pictures to your computer, where they can be viewed, retouched, and shared.Installi

155Q2 Select a language.If the desired language is not available, click Region Selection to choose a different region and then choose the desired lang

156QCopy Pictures to the ComputerBefore proceeding, be sure you have installed the software on the supplied ViewNX 2 CD (0 154).1 Choose how pictures

157Q2 Copy pictures.After confirming that the desired camera or memory card is displayed in the “Options” panel “Source” tab (q), click Start Transfer

158QView PicturesPictures are displayed in ViewNX 2 when transfer is complete.A Starting ViewNX 2 Manually• Windows: Double-click the ViewNX 2 shortcu

159QPrinting PhotographsSelected JPEG images can be printed on a PictBridge printer (0 249) connected directly to the camera.Connecting the PrinterCon

xviiiC The Shooting Menu: Shooting Options ...176Reset Shooting Menu ...

160QA Printing Via Direct USB ConnectionBe sure the EN-EL20 battery is fully charged or use an optional EH-5b AC adapter and EP-5C power connector (0

161QPrinting Pictures One at a Time1 Select a picture.Press 4 or 2 to view additional pictures. Press the X button to zoom in on the current frame (0

162Q4 Start printing.Select Start printing and press J to start printing. To cancel before all copies have been printed, press J.Time stampHighlight P

163QPrinting Multiple Pictures1 Display the PictBridge menu.Press the G button in the PictBridge playback display.2 Choose an option.Highlight one of

164Q3 Select pictures or choose a date.If you chose Print select or Print (DPOF) in Step 2, use the multi selector to scroll through the pictures on t

165Q4 Display printing options.Press J to display PictBridge printing options.5 Adjust printing options.Choose page size, border, and time stamp optio

166QCreating a DPOF Print Order: Print SetThe DPOF print order option in the playback menu is used to create digital “print orders” for PictBridge-com

167Q3 Display imprint options.Press J to display data imprint options.4 Select imprint options.Highlight the following options and press 2 to toggle t

168QD DPOF Print OrderTo print the current print order when the camera is connected to a PictBridge printer, select Print (DPOF) in the PictBridge men

169QViewing Photographs on TVThe camera can be connected to high-defintion video devices using a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) cable (av

xixN The Retouch Menu: Creating Retouched Copies...197Creating Retouched Copies ...

170QA Standard TelevisionsThe camera can only be connected to devices with an HDMI connector.A Television PlaybackUse of an EH-5b AC adapter and EP-5C

171QHDMI OptionsThe HDMI option in the setup menu controls output resolution and can be used to enable the camera for remote control from devices that

U172UCamera MenusTo display the playback menu, press G and select the D (playback menu) tab.The playback menu contains the following options:D The Pla

173UChoose a folder for playback:Choose the information that can be displayed by pressing 1 or 3 in full-frame playback (0 134). Press 1 or 3 to highl

174UChoose whether to rotate “tall” (portrait-orientation) pictures for display during playback. Note that because the camera itself is already in the

175UTo start the slide show, highlight Start and press J. The following operations can be performed while the slide show is in progress:The dialog sho

176UC The Shooting Menu: Shooting OptionsTo display the shooting menu, press G and select the C (shooting menu) tab.The shooting menu contains the fol

177UCreate, rename, or delete folders, or choose the folder in which subsequent photographs will be stored.• Select folder: Choose the folder in which

178UThe color space determines the gamut of colors available for color reproduction. Choose sRGB for photographs that will be printed or used “as is,”

179UIf On is selected, photographs taken at shutter speeds slower than 1 s will be processed to reduce noise (bright spots, randomly-spaced bright pix

iiMenu items, options, and messages displayed in the camera monitor are shown in bold.Memory CardsSD and SDHC/SDXC memory cards are referred to as “me

xxTroubleshooting ...238Battery/Display...

180UChoose whether the built-in AF-assist illuminator lights to assist the focus operation when lighting is poor.Choose how the camera adjusts flash l

181UChoose the flash mode for the built-in flash.Choose the setting or settings bracketed when auto bracketing (0 123) is in effect. Choose AE bracket

182UB The Setup Menu: Camera SetupTo display the setup menu, press G and select the B (setup menu) tab.The setup menu contains the following options:*

183UMemory cards must be formatted before first use or after being used or formatted in other devices.1 Highlight Ye s .To exit without formatting the

184UChoose the information displayed in the monitor during shooting. Select Show info or Hide info to view or hide shooting indicators (0 134). Select

185UChange time zones, set the camera clock, choose the date display order, and turn daylight saving time on or off.Time Zone and DateG button ➜ B set

186UChoose a language for camera menus and messages.Add a comment to new photographs as they are taken. Comments can be viewed as metadata in ViewNX 2

187UPhotographs taken while On is selected contain information on camera orientation, allowing them to be rotated automatically during playback or whe

188UChoose the length of the shutter release delay and the number of shots taken (0 66).• Self-timer delay: Choose the length of the shutter-release d

189UChoose the delay before the monitor turns off to save power when no operations are performed; the camera will turn off automatically if no operati

XX1IntroductionThank you for your purchase of a Nikon digital camera. To get the most from your camera, please be sure to read all instructions thorou

190UChoose the pitch (High or Low) of the beep that sounds when the camera focuses using autofocus, while the release timer is counting down in self-t

191UWhen a photograph is taken, the camera names the file by adding one to the last file number used. This option controls whether file numbering cont

192UChoose whether the focus distance for manual focus is displayed in meters (m) or feet (ft).If (V) is selected, the exposure indicator is displaye

193UChoose the role played by the f button:Assign Fn1 ButtonG button ➜ B setup menuOption DescriptionFlash modePress the f button and rotate the comma

194UChoose the role played by the S (g) button:Reverse the direction of rotation of the command dial and multi selector when they are used to make adj

195UIf Release locked is selected, the shutter-release button is only enabled when a memory card is inserted in the camera. Selecting Enable release a

196UView the current camera firmware version.D Eye-Fi CardsEye-Fi cards can not be used with optional WU-1a wireless mobile adapters. Do not insert Ey

197UN The Retouch Menu: Creating Retouched CopiesTo display the retouch menu, press G and select the N (retouch menu) tab.The retouch menu is used to

198UCreating Retouched CopiesTo create a retouched copy:1 Display retouch options.Highlight the desired item in the retouch menu and press 2.2 Select

199UA Creating Retouched Copies During PlaybackOptions other than Image overlay and Edit movie can be used during playback.Display picture full frame

X2Getting to Know the CameraThe Camera Body1491085473261 Built-in flash ... 1122 Shutter-release buttonTaking photog

200UD-Lighting brightens shadows, making it ideal for dark or backlit photographs.Press 1 or 3 to choose the amount of correction performed. The effec

201UThis option is used to correct “red-eye” caused by the flash, and is available only with photographs taken using the flash. The photograph selecte

202UCreate a cropped copy of the selected photograph. The selected photograph is displayed with the selected crop shown in yellow; create a cropped co

203UCopy photographs in Black-and-white, Sepia, or Cyanotype (blue and white monochrome).Selecting Sepia or Cyanotype displays a preview of the select

204URed intensifierIntensify reds (Red intensifier), greens (Green intensifier), or blues (Blue intensifier). Press 1 to increase the effect, 3 to dec

205UUse the multi selector to create a copy with modified color balance as shown below. The effect is displayed in the monitor together with red, gree

206UImage overlay combines two existing NEF (RAW) photographs to create a single picture that is saved separately from the originals; the results, whi

207U2 Select the first image.Use the multi selector to highlight the first photograph in the overlay. To view the highlighted photograph full frame, p

208U5 Preview the overlay.Press 4 or 2 to place the cursor in the Preview column and press 1 or 3 to highlight Overlay. Press J to preview the overlay

209UCreate JPEG copies of NEF (RAW) photographs (0 69).1 Select NEF (RAW) processing.Highlight NEF (RAW) processing in the retouch menu and press 2 to

3X11122345671108913Lens retracted1 Stereo microphone... 432 Built-in flash ...1123 Infrared

210U3 Adjust NEF (RAW) processing settings.Adjust the settings listed below. Note that white balance is not available with pictures created with image

211UCreate small copies of selected photographs.1 Select Resize.To resize selected images, press G to display the menus and select Resize in the retou

212U3 Choose pictures.Highlight Select image and press 2.Highlight pictures using the multi selector and press the W (Q) button to select or deselect

213UCreate copies with enhanced saturation and contrast. D-Lighting is applied as required to brighten dark or backlit subjects.Press 1 or 3 to choose

214UCreate an outline copy of a photograph to use as a base for painting. The effect can be previewed in the edit display. Press J to copy the photogr

215UCreate copies that reduce the effects of perspective taken from the base of a tall object. Use the multi selector to adjust perspective (note that

216UCreate a copy that appears to be a photo of a diorama. Works best with photos taken from a high vantage point. The area that will be in focus in t

217UCreate a copy in which only selected hues appear in color.1 Select Selective color.Highlight Selective color in the retouch menu and press 2 to di

218U4 Highlight the color range.Rotate the command dial to highlight the color range for the selected color.5 Choose the color range.Press 1 or 3 to i

219UCompare retouched copies to the original photographs. This option is only available if the J button is pressed to display the retouch menu when a

4X* The rotary multi selector is referred to by the term “multi selector” throughout this manual.1812 321121314111951098764171615201 AF lamp/memory-ca

220U3 Compare the copy with the original.The source image is displayed on the left, the retouched copy on the right, with the options used to create t

221Um Recent Settings/O My MenuTo display the recent settings menu, press G and select the m (recent settings) tab.The recent settings menu lists the

222UMy MenuTo access a customized menu of up to 20 options selected from the playback, shooting, setup, and retouch menus, select O My Menu for m Rece

223U❚❚ Adding Options to My Menu1 Select Add items.In My Menu (O), highlight Add items and press 2.2 Select a menu.Highlight the name of the menu cont

224U❚❚ Deleting Options from My Menu1 Select Remove items.In My Menu (O), highlight Remove items and press 2.2 Select items.Highlight items and press

225U❚❚ Reordering Options in My Menu1 Select Rank items.In My Menu (O), highlight Rank items and press 2.2 Select an item.Highlight the item you wish

n226nTechnical NotesRead this chapter for information on compatible accessories, cleaning and storing the camera, and what to do if an error message i

227nCompatible Flash UnitsThe camera can be used with the flash units listed below (for the latest information on compatible flash units, see the webs

228nThe following features are available with compatible flash units:1 Not available with spot metering.2 Can also be selected with flash unit.3 AA/A

229nA i-TTL Flash ControlIn i-TTL flash control, the camera adjusts the flash level based on reflections from a series of nearly invisible pre-flashes

5XThe MonitorThe following are the indicators that may be displayed in the monitor (the display is shown with all indicators lit for illustrative purp

230nOther AccessoriesAt the time of writing, the following accessories were available for the COOLPIX A.Power sources• Power Connector EP-5C, AC Adapt

231nViewfinders• Optical Viewfinder DF-CP1: Attaches to the camera accessory shoe; covers the angle of view equivalent to that of a 28 mm lens in 35 m

232nCaring for the CameraCleaningDo not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals.StorageWhen the camera will not be used for an extended peri

233nCaring for the Camera and Battery: CautionsCaring for the CameraDo not drop: The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shocks or vibratio

234nNotes on the monitor: The monitor is constructed with extremely high precision; at least 99.99% of pixels are effective, with no more than 0.01% b

235n• The internal temperature of the battery may rise while the battery is in use. Attempting to charge the battery while the internal temperature is

236nAvailable SettingsThe following table lists the settings that can be adjusted in each mode.i PS, A, Mk, p, n, o, sl, m, r, t, u, vwx, y, z, 0, 1,

237nSetup menuSelf-timer zzzzzzzAuto off timer zzzzzzzImage review time zzzzzzzRemote on duration (ML-L3)zzzzzzzBeep zzzzzzzShutter sound zzzzzzzFile

238nTroubleshootingIf the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon repre

239nCan not select AF-area mode: Camera is in i mode (0 29).Image size can not be changed: An NEF (RAW) option is selected for image quality (0 69).Ca

6X❚❚ Playback Mode100NIKON15/05/2013 15:30 :05DSC _0001. JPG1/124928x3264NORMAL1 2 35678491Protect status ...1462Ret

240nShooting (P, S, A, M)PlaybackFull range of shutter speeds not available: The flash is in use.Colors are unnatural:• Adjust white balance to match

241nMiscellaneousCan not delete picture:• Picture is protected: remove protection (0 146).• Memory card is locked (0 24).Can not retouch picture: Phot

242nError MessagesThis section lists the indicators and error messages that appear in the camera displays.Indicator Solution 0Shutter release disabled

243nThis memory card cannot be used. Card may be damaged. Insert another card.Use Nikon-approved card. 251Check that contacts are clean. If card is da

244n* See printer manual for more information.Check paper.Insert paper of correct size and select Continue.159*Paper jam. Clear jam and select Continu

245nSpecifications❚❚ Nikon COOLPIX A Digital CameraType Compact digital cameraNumber of effective pixels 16.2 millionImage sensor23.6 × 15.6 mm Nikon

246nImage size (pixels) L (4928 × 3264), M (3696 × 2448), S (2464 × 1632)ISO sensitivity (Recommended Exposure Index)ISO 100 – 3200; can be adjusted u

247n• Unless otherwise stated, all figures assume a fully-charged battery and an ambient temperature of 23 ±3 °C (73.4 ±5.4 °F) as specified by the Ca

248n❚❚ Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL20❚❚ Battery Charger MH-27Type Rechargeable lithium-ion batteryRated capacity DC 7.2 V, 1020 mAhOperating temp

249n❚❚ Supported Standards• DCF: The Design Rule for Camera File Systems (DCF) is a standard widely used in the digital camera industry to ensure comp

7XThe Information DisplayTo adjust camera settings, press the P button. Current settings are shown in the monitor information display; highlight items

250nA Trademark InformationMacintosh, Mac OS, and QuickTime are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. Micro

251nApproved Memory CardsThe following SD memory cards have been tested and approved for use in the COOLPIX A. Cards with class 6 or faster write spee

252nMemory Card CapacityThe following table shows the number of pictures that can be stored on a 4 GB memory card at different image quality (0 69) an

253nIndexSymbolsi (Auto mode) ...9, 29h (Scene mode) ...9, 35k (Portrait).

254nBlue intensifier (Filter effects) ... 204Border (PictBridge) ...161Bracketing...

255nHHelp ...12Hi (Sensitivity) ...

256nPress the shutter-release button halfway30, 31Print (DPOF)... 163Print select...

257nWWarm filter (Filter effects) ...203WB...89White b

SB3C03(11)6MN05611-03No reproduction in any form of this manual, in whole or in part (except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews), may

8XA The Information DisplayTo hide the information display, press the P button again.

9XThe Mode DialRotate the mode dial to choose from the following shooting modes:i Auto Mode (0 29)Select this mode for simple, point-and-shoot photogr

iiiWhere to Find ItFind what you’re looking for from:The Table of Contents...0xiiiFor Your

10XThe Command DialThe command dial can be used with other controls to adjust a variety of settings when shooting information is displayed in the moni

11XChoose a shutter speed (mode S or M; 0 54, 56).Mode S or MCommand dialChoose an aperture (mode A; 0 55).Mode A Command dialChoose an aperture (mode

X12Camera Menus: An OverviewMost shooting, playback, and setup options can be accessed from the camera menus. To view the menus, press the G button.Ta

13XUsing Camera MenusThe multi selector and J button are used to navigate the camera menus.Follow the steps below to navigate the menus.1 Display the

14X3 Select a menu.Press 1 or 3 to select the desired menu.4 Position the cursor in the selected menu.Press 2 to position the cursor in the selected m

15X7 Highlight an option.Press 1 or 3 to highlight an option.8 Select the highlighted item.Press J to select the highlighted item. To exit without mak

X16Menu OptionsD PLAYBACK MENU (0 172)C SHOOTING MENU (0 176)Delete SelectedSelect dateAllPlayback folder Current (default)AllPlayback display option

17XB SETUP MENU (0 182)Color space sRGB (default)Adobe RGBActive D-Lighting2AutoExtra highHighNormalLowOffLong exposure NROnOff (default)High ISO NR

18XTime zone and dateTime zoneDate and timeDate formatDaylight saving timeLanguage See page 247.Image comment Input commentAttach commentAuto image ro

19XN RETOUCH MENU (0 197)m RECENT SETTINGS (0 221)O MY MENU (0 222)Eye-Fi upload* Enable (default)DisableFirmware version–* Available only with compa

ivFollow these steps for a quick start with the COOLPIX A. For safety precautions, see “For Your Safety” (0 vi).1 Attach the camera strap.Attach the s

X20First StepsCharge the BatteryThe camera is powered by an EN-EL20 rechargeable Li-ion battery (supplied). To maximize shooting time, charge the batt

21XInsert the Battery1 Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.Unlatch (q) and open (w) the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.2 Insert th

22XA Removing the BatteryTo remove the battery, turn the camera off and open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. Press the battery latch in th

23XInsert a Memory CardThe camera stores pictures on Secure Digital (SD) memory cards (available separately; 0 251). To install a memory card, turn th

24XD Memory Cards• Memory cards may be hot after use. Observe due caution when removing memory cards from the camera.• Do not remove memory cards from

25XBasic SetupA language-selection dialog will be displayed the first time the camera is turned on. Choose a language and set the time and date. Photo

26XA The Clock BatteryThe camera clock is powered by an independent, rechargeable power source, which is charged as necessary when the main battery is

s27sBasic PhotographyBefore shooting, turn the camera on and check the battery level and number of exposures remaining. Battery level is shown in the

28sA Auto Power OffIf no operations are performed for the length of time selected for Auto off timer in the setup menu (0 189; the default for both sh

29s“Point-and-Shoot” Photography (i Mode)This section describes how to take photographs in i mode, automatic “point-and-shoot” modes in which the majo

v4 Turn the camera on (0 2).When using the camera for the first time, you will be prompted to choose a language and set the camera clock (0 25).5 Rota

30s4 Press the shutter-release button halfway.Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus. If a face is detected, the camera will focus on the f

31sA The Shutter-Release ButtonThe camera has a two-stage shutter-release button. The camera focuses when the shutter-release button is pressed halfwa

32sD The Shooting DisplayAlthough they will not appear in the final picture, jagged edges, color fringing, moiré, and bright spots may appear in the m

33sBasic Playback1 Press the K button.A photograph will be displayed in the monitor. 2 View additional pictures.Additional pictures can be displayed b

34sDeleting Unwanted PhotographsTo delete the photograph currently displayed in the monitor, press the O button. Note that photographs can not be reco

35sCreative Photography (Scene Modes)Choosing a scene mode automatically optimizes settings to suit the selected scene.h ModeTo view the currently sel

36smSportsFast shutter speeds freeze motion for dynamic sports shots in which the main subject stands out clearly. While the shutter-release button is

37s0FoodUse for vivid photographs of food.1SilhouetteSilhouette subjects against bright backgrounds.2High KeyUse with bright scenes to create bright i

y38yRecording and Viewing MoviesFollow the steps below to record movies with sound.1 Press the P button.Shooting information will be displayed in the

39y4 Choose a shooting mode.Aperture can not be adjusted while recording is in progress; in A and M modes, adjust aperture before beginning recording.

viFor Your SafetyTo prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety b

40y7 End recording.Press the shutter-release button all the way down to end recording. Recording will end automatically when the maximum length is rea

41yThe Movie Recording DisplayItem Description 0q “No movie” icon Indicates that movies can not be recorded. —w Movie frame size The frame size for mo

42yA Recording MoviesFlicker, banding, or distortion may be visible in the monitor and in the final movie under fluorescent, mercury vapor, or sodium

43yMovie SettingsUse the Movie settings option in the shooting menu to adjust the following settings.• Frame size/frame rate, Movie quality: Choose fr

44y1 Select Movie settings.Press the G button to display the menus. Highlight Movie settings in the shooting menu and press 2.2 Choose movie options.H

45yViewing MoviesMovies are indicated by a 1 icon in full-frame playback (0 132). Press J to start playback.The following operations can be performed:

46yAdjust volumeX/W (Q)Press X to increase volume, W (Q) to decrease.Return to full-frame playback /K Press 1 or K to exit to full-frame playback.Exit

47yEditing MoviesTrim footage to create edited copies of movies or save selected frames as JPEG stills.Trimming MoviesTo create trimmed copies of movi

48y3 Display movie edit options.Press the E (N/L) button to display movie edit options.4 Select Choose start/end point.Highlight Choose start/end poin

49y6 Save the copy.Highlight one of the following and press J:• Save as new file: Save the copy to a new file.• Overwrite existing file: Replace the o

viiAStore out of direct sunlightWhen the camera is not in use, turn it off to close the lens cover and store it out of direct sunlight. Light focused

50ySaving Selected FramesTo save a copy of a selected frame as a JPEG still:1 View the movie and choose a frame.Play the movie back as described on pa

51y4 Create a still copy.Press 1 to create a still copy of the current frame.5 Save the copy.Highlight Ye s and press J to create a JPEG copy of the

#52#P, S, A, and M ModesP, S, A, and M modes offer different degrees of control over shutter speed and aperture:Shutter Speed and ApertureMode Descrip

53#P: Programmed AutoIn this mode, the camera automatically adjusts shutter speed and aperture according to a built-in program to ensure optimal expos

54#S: Shutter-Priority AutoTo choose a shutter speed, rotate the command dial.In shutter-priority auto, you choose the shutter speed while the camera

55#A: Aperture-Priority AutoTo choose aperture, rotate the command dial.In aperture-priority auto, you choose the aperture while the camera automatica

56#M: ManualIn manual mode, you control both shutter speed and aperture. Rotate the command dial to choose a shutter speed, and the multi selector to

57#A The Exposure IndicatorIf a shutter speed other than “bulb” or “time” is selected (0 58), the exposure indicator shows whether the photograph woul

58#❚❚ Long Time-Exposures (M Mode Only)Select the following shutter speeds for long time-exposures of moving lights, the stars, night scenery, or fire

59#3 Choose a shutter speed.Rotate the command dial to choose a shutter speed of A. For a shutter speed of “B”, select a remote control release mode

viii• Do not use with travel converters or adapters designed to convert from one voltage to another or with DC-to-AC inverters. Failure to observe thi

$60$User Settings: U1 and U2 ModesAssign frequently-used settings to the d and e positions on the mode dial.Saving User Settings1 Select a mode.Rotate

61$3 Select Save user settings.Press the G button to display the menus. Highlight Save user settings in the setup menu and press 2.4 Select Save to U1

62$$Recalling User SettingsSimply rotate the mode dial to d to recall the settings assigned to Save to U1, or to e to recall the settings assigned to

k63kRelease ModeChoose from the following release modes:Single-Frame, Continuous, Self-timer, Remote, and Movie ModesMode Description8Single frame: Ca

64k1 Press the P button.Shooting information will be displayed in the monitor.2 Display release mode options.Highlight the current release mode and pr

65kA Continuous Release ModeContinuous release mode can not be used with the built-in flash; lower the flash or turn the flash off (0 112–116) when sh

66kSelf-Timer and Remote Control ModesThe self-timer and optional ML-L3 remote control (0 231) allow the photographer to be at a distance from the cam

67k3 Frame the photograph and shoot.Self-timer mode: Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus, and then press the button the rest of the way

68kD Before Using the ML-L3 Remote ControlBefore using the ML-L3 for the first time, remove the clear plastic battery-insulator sheet.D Remote Control

d69dImage Quality and SizeTogether, image quality and size determine how much space each photograph occupies on the memory card. Larger, higher qualit

ixNotices•No part of the manuals included with this product may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated i

70d1 Press the P button.Shooting information will be displayed in the monitor.2 Display image quality options.Highlight the current image quality in t

71dA NEF (RAW) ImagesNote that the option selected for image size does not affect the size of NEF (RAW) images. White balance bracketing (0 123) is no

72dImage SizeChoose a size for JPEG images:1 Press the P button.Shooting information will be displayed in the monitor.2 Display image size options.Hig

73dA The Shooting MenuImage size can also be adjusted using the Image size option in the shooting menu (0 176).A The S (g) ButtonImage quality and siz

N74NFocusThe focus-mode selector can be used to choose between normal and macro autofocus and manual focus modes. The user can also select the focus a

75NAutofocusAutofocus ModeChoose from the following autofocus modes.1 Press the P button.Shooting information will be displayed in the monitor.2 Displ

76NAF-Area ModeChoose how the focus area for autofocus is selected in modes other than i.1 Press the P button.Shooting information will be displayed i

77N3 Choose an AF-area mode.Highlight an option and press J. To return to shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway.Face-priority AF: Th

78NSubject-tracking AF: Position the focus area over your subject and press J. The focus area will track the selected subject as it moves through the

79NFocus LockIf the camera is unable to focus using autofocus (0 75), use focus lock to recompose the photograph after focusing on another object at t