DIGITAL CAMERA
User’s Manual
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For Your Safety
To prevent damage to your Nikon 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.
This icon marks warnings, information that should be read before using this Nikon
product, to prevent possible injury.
WARNINGS
Turn off in the event of
malfunction
Do not use the camera or
Charging AC Adapter in the
presence of flammable gas
Should you notice smoke or an unusual
smell coming from the camera or
Charging AC Adapter, unplug the
Charging AC Adapter and 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.
Do not use electronic equipment in the
presence of flammable gas, as this
could result in explosion or fire.
Handle the camera strap with
care
Never place the strap around the neck
of an infant or child.
Keep out of reach of children
Particular care should be taken to
prevent infants from putting the
battery or other small parts into their
mouths.
Do not disassemble
Touching the internal parts of the
camera or Charging AC Adapter could
result in injury. Repairs should be
performed only by qualified
technicians. Should the camera or
Charging 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/or
removing the battery.
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For Your Safety
Observe caution when
handling the battery
The battery may leak or explode if
improperly handled. Observe the
following precautions when handling
the battery for use in this product:
Before replacing the battery, turn the
product off. If you are using the
Charging AC Adapter/AC adapter, be
sure it is unplugged.
Use only a Rechargeable Li-ion
Battery EN-EL12 (supplied). Charge
the battery by inserting it into the
camera and connecting the
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If liquid from the damaged battery
comes in contact with clothing or
skin, rinse immediately with plenty of
water.
Observe the following
precautions when handling the
Charging AC Adapter
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 plug or go near
the Charging AC Adapter during
lightning storms. Failure to observe
this precaution could result in
electric shock.
Do not damage, modify, forcibly tug
or bend the USB cable, place it under
heavy objects, or expose it to heat or
flames. 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 fire or
electric shock.
Do not handle the plug or Charging
AC Adapter with wet hands. Failure
to observe this precaution could
result in electric shock.
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Charging AC Adapter EH-69P
(supplied).
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When inserting the battery, do not
attempt to insert it upside down or
backwards.
Do not short or disassemble the
battery or attempt to remove or
break the battery insulation or casing.
Do not expose the battery to flame
or to excessive heat.
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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.
The battery is 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.
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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
this precaution could damage the
product or cause overheating or fire.
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For Your Safety
Use appropriate cables
When connecting cables to the input
and output jacks, use only the cables
provided or sold by Nikon for the
purpose, to maintain compliance with
product regulations.
Do not operate the flash with
the flash window touching a
person or object
Failure to observe this precaution could
result in burns or fire.
Avoid contact with liquid
crystal
Handle moving parts with care
Be careful that your fingers or other
objects are not pinched by the lens
cover or other moving parts.
Should the monitor break, care should
be taken to avoid injury caused by
broken glass and to prevent liquid
crystal from the monitor touching the
skin or entering the eyes or mouth.
CD-ROMs
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 or damage the equipment.
Turn the power off when using
inside an airplane or the
hospital
Turn the power off while inside the
airplane during take off or landing.
Follow the instructions of the hospital
when using while in a hospital. The
electromagnetic waves given out by
this camera may disrupt the electronic
systems of the airplane or the
Observe caution when using
the flash
Using the flash close to your subject’s
eyes could cause temporary visual
impairment. Particular care should be
observed if photographing infants,
when the flash should be no less than
1 m (3 ft. 4 in.) from the subject.
instruments of the hospital.
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Notices
interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the
following measures:
Notices for Customers in the
U.S.A.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS-
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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Reorient or relocate the receiving
antenna.
Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an
outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/television technician for help.
DANGER – TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
For connection to a supply not in the
U.S.A., use an attachment plug adapter
of the proper configuration for the
power outlet if needed.
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The power supply unit is intended to be
correctly orientated in a vertical or floor
mount position.
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. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable
COOLPIX P300
CAUTIONS
Modifications
The FCC requires the user to be notified
that any changes or modifications
made to this device that are not
expressly approved by Nikon
Corporation may void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful
Interface Cables
Use the interface cables sold or
provided by Nikon for your equipment.
Using other interface cables may
exceed the limits of Class B Part 15 of
the FCC rules.
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Notices
Notice for Customers in the State of
California
WARNING
Handling the cord on this product will
expose you to lead, a chemical known
to the State of California to cause birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
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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.
This symbol on the battery
indicates that the battery is
to be collected separately.
The following apply only to
users in European countries:
Nikon Inc.,
1300 Walt Whitman Road,
Melville, New York 11747-3064
USA
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All batteries, whether marked with
this symbol or not, are 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.
Tel: 631-547-4200
Notice for Customers in Canada
CAUTION
This Class B digital apparatus complies
with Canadian ICES-003.
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ATTENTION
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B
est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du
Canada.
Notices for Customers in Europe
CAUTION
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS
REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE.
DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES
ACCORDING TO THE
INSTRUCTIONS.
This symbol indicates that this
product is to be collected
separately.
The following apply only to
users in European countries:
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Table of Contents
WARNINGS ..................................................................................................................................................................ii
Information and Precautions............................................................................................................. 2
Parts of the Camera............................................................................................................................... 4
Raising and Lowering the Flash (K (Flash Pop-up) Control)...................................................9
Rotary Multi Selector.........................................................................................................................................10
d(Menu) Button............................................................................................................................................11
Pressing the Shutter-Release Button Halfway/All the Way........................................................13
Inserting the Battery...........................................................................................................................14
Setting the Display Language, Date and Time..........................................................................20
Inserting the Memory Card..............................................................................................................22
Basic Photography and Playback: A(Auto) Mode............................................................... 24
Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select A(Auto) Mode........................................................24
Indicators Displayed in A(Auto) Mode...............................................................................................25
Viewing Pictures (Playback Mode)............................................................................................................30
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Setting the Exposure for Shooting (A, B, C, D Modes) .......................................................62
A, B, C, D Modes .............................................................................................................................................62
A (Programmed Auto) Mode.......................................................................................................................64
B (Shutter-Priority Auto) Mode ..................................................................................................................65
C (Aperture-Priority Auto) Mode..............................................................................................................66
D (Manual) Mode...............................................................................................................................................67
Adjusting Brightness, Vividness and Hue (A, B, C, D Modes)...........................................69
Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes) ......................................................72
White Balance........................................................................................................................................................76
Continuous..............................................................................................................................................................79
Focusing on Moving Subjects for Shooting
(Subject Tracking/Face Priority Tracking)..............................................................................................87
More on Playback.............................................................................................................................. 92
Operations in Full-Frame Playback................................................................................................92
Displaying the Histogram and Shooting Information..................................................................93
a Print Order: Setting the Pictures and Number of Copies to Print .................................99
b Slide Show....................................................................................................................................................101
d Protect ...........................................................................................................................................................102
Selecting Pictures .............................................................................................................................................103
f Rotate Image...............................................................................................................................................104
EVoice Memo....................................................................................................................................................105
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Picture Editing Functions............................................................................................................... 108
Editing Pictures.................................................................................................................................. 110
k Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and Saturation ........................................................110
I D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and Contrast..................................................................111
e Skin Softening: Making Skin Appear Smoother....................................................................112
p Filter Effects: Digital Filter........................................................................................................................114
g Small Picture: Decreasing Image Size .........................................................................................116
a Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy.......................................................................................................117
Movie Recording and Playback..................................................................................................118
Recording Movies in Slow Motion and Fast Motion (HS Movie).........................................120
Using the Movie Menu..................................................................................................................................122
Movie Options....................................................................................................................................................123
Autofocus Mode................................................................................................................................................125
Movie Playback.................................................................................................................................. 126
Deleting Unnecessary Movies..................................................................................................................126
Before Connecting the Camera...............................................................................................................129
Transferring Images from a Camera to a Computer...................................................................130
Charging While Connecting to a Computer....................................................................................134
Connecting the Camera and Printer.....................................................................................................136
Printing Pictures One at a Time................................................................................................................137
Printing Multiple Pictures ............................................................................................................................138
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Welcome Screen ...............................................................................................................................................143
Time Zone and Date.......................................................................................................................................144
Monitor Settings................................................................................................................................................147
Print Date...............................................................................................................................................................149
Vibration Reduction ........................................................................................................................................150
Motion Detection.............................................................................................................................................151
AF Assist..................................................................................................................................................................152
Digital Zoom........................................................................................................................................................152
Sound Settings...................................................................................................................................................153
Auto Off ..................................................................................................................................................................153
Format Memory/Format Card...................................................................................................................154
Language...............................................................................................................................................................155
TV Settings............................................................................................................................................................155
Charge by Computer......................................................................................................................................156
Blink Warning ......................................................................................................................................................157
Reset All ..................................................................................................................................................................159
Firmware Version...............................................................................................................................................161
Cleaning .................................................................................................................................................................164
Storage....................................................................................................................................................................165
Technical Notes and Index...........................................................................................................166
Approved Memory Cards............................................................................................................................167
File and Folder Names..................................................................................................................... 168
Error Messages................................................................................................................................... 170
Supported Standards.....................................................................................................................................184
Index...................................................................................................................................................... 185
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Introduction
About This Manual
Thank you for your purchase of Nikon COOLPIX P300 digital camera. This manual is
written to help you enjoy taking pictures with your Nikon digital camera. Read this
manual thoroughly before use, and keep it where all those who use the product will
read it.
Symbols and Conventions
To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and
conventions are used:
This icon marks cautions,
This icon marks tips, additional
information that should be read
information that may be helpful
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D
before use, to prevent damage to
the camera.
when using the camera.
This icon marks notes,
information that should be read
before using the camera.
This icon indicates that more
information is available
elsewhere in this manual.
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Notations
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Secure Digital (SD) memory card, SDHC memory card, and SDXC memory card
are referred to as “memory card.”
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The setting at the time of purchase is referred to as the “default setting”.
The names of menu items displayed in the camera monitor, and the names of
buttons or messages displayed on a computer monitor appear in bold.
Screen Samples
In this manual, images are sometimes omitted from monitor display samples so
that monitor indicators can be more clearly shown.
Illustrations and Screen Display
Illustrations and text displays shown in this manual may differ from actual display.
C Internal Memory and Memory Cards
Pictures taken with this camera can be stored in the camera’s internal memory or on removable
memory cards. If a memory card is inserted, all new pictures will be stored on the memory card and
delete, playback, and format operations will apply only to the pictures on the memory card. The
memory card must be removed before the internal memory can be formatted or accessed for picture
storage, deletion, or viewing.
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Information and Precautions
Life-Long Learning
As part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product support and education,
continually updated information is available online at the following sites:
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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. Visit the site below for
contact information:
http://imaging.nikon.com/
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, Charging AC
Adapter and AC adapters) 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 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.
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.
About the Manuals
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No part of the manuals included with this product may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed,
stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by any means, without
Nikon’s prior written permission.
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Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in
these manuals at any time and without prior notice.
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Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product.
While every effort was 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).
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Information and Precautions
Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction
Note that simply being in possession of material that was digitally copied or reproduced by means of
a scanner, digital camera or other device may be punishable by law.
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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 was 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.
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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.
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Comply with copyright notices
The copying or reproduction of copyrighted creative works such as books, music, paintings, woodcut
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
should be taken to avoid injury or damage to property when physically destroying data storage
devices.
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Parts of the Camera
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Battery-chamber/
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USB/Audio video connector
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Tripod socket
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Parts of the Camera
Shooting mode*
Focus area (for auto)................................... 83
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Macro mode ....................................................38
Zoom indicator ..............................................27
Focus indicator...............................................28
AE/AF-L indicator..........................................61
Flash exposure compensation .............89
Motion detection icon ...........................151
Vibration reduction icon .......................150
Noise reduction burst ................................47
Travel destination indicator.................144
“Date not set” indicator..........................170
Print date.........................................................149
Movie options..............................................123
HS movie type .............................................124
Image mode ....................................................74
Easy panorama...............................................57
(a) Number of exposures remaining
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Focus area (for face detection,
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Focus area (for subject tracking) ........ 87
Spot metering area..................................... 78
Shutter speed................................................. 63
Exposure compensation value............ 39
Exposure indicator ...................................... 67
Vividness............................................................ 71
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Hue........................................................................ 71
Self-timer indicator ..................................... 35
Smile timer....................................................... 36
Continuous shooting mode.................. 79
Panorama ......................................................... 55
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Internal memory indicator......................25
Aperture value................................................63
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The icons vary with the shooting mode.
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Parts of the Camera
Playback
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Date of recording......................................... 20
Time of recording ........................................ 20
Protect icon....................................................102
Volume indicator.............................106, 126
Battery level indicator ............................... 24
Movie types*.................................................123
Image mode* ................................................. 74
Easy panorama indicator......................... 59
Easy panorama playback guide .......... 59
Movie playback guide............................ 126
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Filter effects icon........................................ 114
Skin softening icon................................... 112
Print order icon.............................................. 99
D-Lighting icon .......................................... 111
Quick retouch icon................................... 110
Voice memo indicator............................ 105
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(a) Current frame number/total
number of frames................................. 30
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The icons vary with the settings used for shooting.
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Basic Operations
Command Dial
You can rotate the command dial to
operate any of the following functions.
For Shooting
Mode
Description
A
Mode dial set to A
Adjust the flexible program
Adjust shutter speed
Mode dial set to B or D
For Playback
Mode
Description
A
Playback zoom
Change the zoom ratio
For Menu Screen
Mode
Description
A
First level of shooting menu or
setup menu is displayed
Change the setting
Raising and Lowering the Flash (K (Flash Pop-up) Control)
Slide the K (flash pop-up) control to raise the flash.
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When not using the flash, lower it by gently pushing
it down until it clicks.
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Basic Operations
Rotary Multi Selector
Operate by rotating the rotary multi selector, pressing up (H), down (I), left (J)
or right (K) on the rotary multi selector, or pressing the kbutton.
For Shooting
menu/Choose the option above
Rotate to set the aperture
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value /Choose the option
2
Display creative slider
(exposure
compensation) guide
Display n(Self-timer/
Smile timer) menu
Flash mode
Apply selection
Choose the option below
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2
Items can be chosen while a menu is displayed.
Displayed for A, B, C and D modes.
For Playback
Display histogram
and shooting
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previous picture*
Choose the next
picture*
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Previous or subsequent pictures can also be chosen by rotating the rotary multi selector.
For Menu Screen
Choose the option above*
Shooting menu
Choose the option
on the right/
Display sub-menu
or apply selection
Choose the option on
the left/Return display
to the previous screen
Image mode
White balance
Metering
Continuous
ISO sensitivity
Exposure bracketing
AF area mode
Choose the option
below*
Apply selection or
display sub-menu
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Items can also be chosen by rotating the rotary multi selector.
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Basic Operations
d(Menu) Button
Press the dbutton to display the menu for
the selected mode and to select options for
the menu items.
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Use the rotary multi selector to navigate
Displayed when the
menu contains two
or more pages
Gis displayed when
there are previous
menu options
Tab for the menus available in the current
shooting mode*/tab for playback mode menu
Shooting menu
Image mode
White balance
Metering
Tab for movie menu (during shooting mode)
Tab for displaying the setup menu
Continuous
ISO sensitivity
Exposure bracketing
AF area mode
Displayed when there are
following menu options
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The displayed tabs differ according to the chosen shooting mode.
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Switching Between Tabs in the Menu Screen
In the menu screen that is displayed when the dbutton is pressed, choose the
left end tab to switch to the menu of the chosen tab.
Shooting menu
Shooting menu
Set up
Welcome screen
Time zone and date
Monitor settings
Print date
Image mode
White balance
Metering
Image mode
White balance
Metering
Continuous
Continuous
ISO sensitivity
Exposure bracketing
AF area mode
ISO sensitivity
Exposure bracketing
AF area mode
Vibration reduction
Motion detection
AF assist
Press the rotary multi
selector Jto highlight the
tab.
Press the rotary multi
The corresponding menu
is displayed.
selector Hor Ito choose
another tab, and press
either the kbutton or K.
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Basic Operations
Using Camera Menus
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2
Press the dbutton.
Shooting menu
Image mode
White balance
Metering
Continuous
ISO sensitivity
Exposure bracketing
AF area mode
Press the rotary multi selector
Hor Ito choose an item, and
then press Kor the kbutton.
Shooting menu
Autofocus mode
Flash exp. comp.
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Items can also be chosen by rotating
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Rotary multi
selector
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Press Hor Ito choose an item and press the
kbutton.
Autofocus mode
Single AF
Full-time AF
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The setting is applied.
When setting is finished, press the dbutton.
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The camera exits the menu display.
C Command Dial Operations during Menu Display
Rotate the command dial while the first level of the shooting menu or setup menu is displayed (step
2 above) to change the setting for the selected item.
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Basic Operations
Pressing the Shutter-Release Button Halfway/All the Way
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The camera features a two-stage shutter-release button. To set focus and
exposure, press the shutter-release button halfway, stopping when you feel
resistance. When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, focus and
exposure (shutter speed and aperture value) are set. Focus and exposure remain
locked while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.
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While the shutter-release button is held in this position, release the shutter and
take a picture by pressing the shutter-release button the rest of the way down.
Do not use force when pressing the shutter-release button, as this may result in
camera shake and blurred images.
Press halfway to lock the
focus and exposure.
Press the rest of the way
down to shoot.
Attaching the Camera Strap
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First Steps
Inserting the Battery
Insert a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 (supplied) into the camera.
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Slide the cover latch to the Y side (1),
and open the battery-chamber/memory
card slot cover (2).
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Insert the battery.
Battery chamber
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Use the edge of the battery to
push the orange battery latch in
the direction shown (1), and
fully insert the battery (2).
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When the battery is fully inserted,
the battery latch locks it in place.
B Inserting the Battery Correctly
Inserting the battery upside down or backwards could damage the camera. Be
sure to confirm that the battery is in the correct orientation.
Close the battery-chamber/memory card slot
cover (1), and slide the cover latch to the Z
position (2).
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The camera cannot be turned on if the battery-
chamber/memory card slot cover is open. Additionally,
the battery inserted into the camera cannot be charged.
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Inserting the Battery
Removing the Battery
Before opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot
power-on lamp and the monitor are off.
To eject the battery, open the battery-chamber/
memory card slot cover and slide the orange battery
latch in the direction indicated by the arrow (1), then
remove the battery while being careful not to remove
the battery at an angle (2).
•
The camera, battery or memory card may be hot immediately after using the
camera. Observe caution when removing the battery or memory card.
B Notes on Battery
•
•
•
battery.
battery.
If the battery will not be used for an extended period, recharge it at least once every six months
and run it flat before returning it to storage.
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Charging the Battery
Charge the supplied Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 inserted into the
camera, by connecting the supplied Charging AC Adapter EH-69P to the camera
via the supplied USB Cable UC-E6, and then plugging the Charging AC Adapter
into an electrical outlet.
1
Prepare the Charging AC Adapter EH-69P.
If a plug adapter* is included, attach the plug adapter to the plug on
the Charging AC Adapter. Push the plug adapter firmly until it is
securely held in place. Once the two are connected, attempting to
forcibly remove the plug adapter could damage the product.
* The shape of the plug adapter varies according to the country or
region in which the camera was purchased.
The Charging AC Adapter comes with the plug adapter attached
in Argentina and Korea.
2
3
Do not turn on the camera.
Use the supplied USB cable to connect the Charging AC Adapter to the
camera.
•
Be sure that connectors are properly oriented. Do not attempt to insert connectors at
an angle, and do not use force when connecting or disconnecting the USB cable.
•
Close the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.
USB cable
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Charging the Battery
4
Plug the Charging AC Adapter into an
electrical outlet.
The charge lamp slowly blinks green to indicate that the
battery is charging.
About four hours are required to charge a fully exhausted
battery.
The following chart explains charge lamp
status when the camera is plugged into
the electrical outlet.
Charge lamp
Description
Blinks slowly (green) Battery charging.
Battery not charging. When charging is complete, the charge
lamp stops blinking green and turns off.
Off
•
The ambient temperature is not suited to charging. Charge
the battery indoors with an ambient temperature of 5 °C to
35 °C (41 °F to 95 °F).
•
The USB cable or Charging AC Adapter is not properly
connected, or there is a problem with the battery.
Disconnect the USB cable or unplug the Charging AC
Adapter and correctly connect it again, or change the
battery.
Flickers (green)
5
Disconnect the Charging AC Adapter from the electrical outlet and
then disconnect the USB cable.
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Charging the Battery
B Notes on Charging AC Adapter
• The Charging AC Adapter EH-69P is for use only with compatible devices. Do not use with another
make or model of device.
• The EH-69P is compatible with AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz electrical outlets. When using in other
countries, use a plug adapter (commercially available) as necessary. For more information about
plug adapters, consult your travel agency.
• The Charging AC Adapter EH-69P is for charging the battery inserted into the camera. When the
camera is connected to an electrical outlet with the Charging AC Adapter, the camera cannot be
turned on.
• Do not, under any circumstances, use another make or model of USB-AC adapter other than
Charging AC Adapter EH-69P. Failure to observe this precaution could result in overheating or in
damage to the camera.
C AC Power Source
from an electrical outlet, enabling taking and playing back pictures.
• Do not, under any circumstances, use another make or model of AC adapter other than EH-62F.
Failure to observe this precaution could result in overheating or in damage to the camera.
D Charging Using Computer or Battery Charger
• Connecting the COOLPIX P300 to a computer also charges the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-
• The EN-EL12 can be charged without using the camera by using the Battery Charger MH-65
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Charging the Battery
Turning On and Off the Camera
Press the power switch to turn on the camera.
The power-on lamp (green) lights, and then the
monitor is turned on (the power-on lamp turns off
when the monitor is turned on).
Press the power switch again to turn off the camera.
When the power is turned off, the power-on lamp
and monitor are also turned off.
•
When the camera is off, holding down the cbutton turns on the camera in
C Standby Mode (Auto Off)
If no operations are performed, the monitor is turned off automatically, the camera enters standby
mode and the power-on lamp blinks. The camera turns off when the standby mode continues for
about three minutes.
•
When the power-on lamp blinks, turn on the monitor again with one of the following operations.
-
Press the power switch, the shutter-release button, the cbutton or the b(emovie-record)
button.
-
Rotate the mode dial.
•
•
In shooting or playback mode, the camera will enter standby mode in about one minute (default
setting).
The time that elapses before the camera enters standby mode can be changed from the Auto off
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Setting the Display Language, Date and Time
Dialogs for language selection and camera clock setting are displayed the first time
the camera is turned on.
1
Press the power switch to turn on the camera.
•
The power-on lamp lights, and then the monitor is
turned on (the power-on lamp turns off when the
monitor is turned on).
2
Press the rotary multi selector H
or Ito choose the desired
language and press the k
button.
Language
Čeština
Dansk
Deutsch
English
Español
Ελληνικά
Cancel
Rotary multi
selector
3
4
Press Hor Ito choose Yes and press the k
Time zone and date
button.
Choose time zone and
set date and time?
•
To cancel setting the time zone and date, select No.
Yes
No
Cancel
Press Jor Kto select your home time zone
London
Casablanca
Back
D Daylight Saving Time
To set the date and time in a time zone where daylight saving is in
effect, turn on the daylight saving setting with Hin the time zone
selection screen shown in step 4.
London
Casablanca
•
•
When turned on, the W icon is displayed on the top of the screen.
To turn off, press I.
Back
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Setting the Display Language, Date and Time
5
6
Press Hor Ito choose the date display order
and press the kbutton or K.
Date format
Year/Month/Day
Month/Day/Year
Day/Month/Year
Press H, J, Ior Kto set date and time, and
press the kbutton.
Date and time
D
M
Y
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•
To choose an item: Rotate the rotary multi selector, or
press Kor J(selected in the following order: D (day) ➝
M (month) ➝ Y (year) ➝ hour ➝ minute).
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10
•
To set the contents: Press Hor I. Date and time can
Edit
•
•
Finish setting: Choose minute, and press the kbutton or K.
After finishing the setting, the lens extends and the shooting screen is displayed.
D Imprinting the Date and Changing the Date and Time
•
To imprint the date on pictures when shooting, first set the date and time, and then set Print date
•
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Inserting the Memory Card
The recorded data is stored in the camera’s internal memory (approx. 90 MB) or on
If a memory card is inserted in the camera, data is automatically stored on the
memory card, and data recorded to the memory card can be played back,
deleted, or transferred. To use the internal memory, remove the memory
card.
1
Confirm that the power-on lamp and the
monitor are turned off and open the battery-
chamber/memory card slot cover.
•
Be sure to turn off the camera before opening the cover.
2
Insert the memory card.
Memory card slot
•
Slide the memory card until it clicks
into place.
B Inserting the Memory Card Correctly
Inserting the memory card upside down or backwards could damage the camera or
the memory card. Be sure to confirm that the memory card is in the correct orientation.
3
Close the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.
Removing the Memory Card
Before opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot
cover, turn the camera off and confirm that the power-
on lamp and the monitor are off.
Press the memory card in lightly with your finger (1) to
partially eject it, and then pull it out straight (2).
•
The camera, battery or memory card may be hot
immediately after using the camera. Observe caution
when removing the battery or memory card.
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Inserting the Memory Card
B Formatting a Memory Card
Card is not formatted.
Format card?
If the message on the right is displayed when the camera is turned
on, the memory card must be formatted before use. Note that
other data on the memory card. Be sure to make copies of any
data you wish to keep before formatting the memory card.
To format, use the rotary multi selector to choose Yes and press the
kbutton. When the confirmation dialog is displayed, choose
Format and press the kbutton to start formatting.
Yes
No
•
Do not turn the camera off, or open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover until formatting
is complete.
•
The first time you insert a memory card that has been used in another device into this camera, be
B The Write Protect Switch
When the memory card switch is in the “Lock” position, data
cannot be written to, or deleted from, the memory card. If you
want to record data, delete data or format the memory card,
and the switch is in the “Lock” position, slide the switch to its
original position to unlock it.
Write protect switch
B Memory Cards
•
Use only Secure Digital memory cards.
•
Do not perform the following operations during formatting, while data is being written to or
deleted from the memory card, or during data transfer to a computer. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in the loss of data or in damage to the memory card:
-
-
-
-
Eject the memory card
Remove the battery
Turn off the camera
Disconnect the AC adapter
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Do not use a computer to format the memory card.
Do not disassemble or modify.
Do not drop, bend, or expose to water or strong physical shocks.
Do not touch the metal terminals with your fingers or metal objects.
Do not affix labels or stickers to the memory card.
Do not leave in direct sunlight, closed vehicles or areas exposed to high temperatures.
Do not expose to humidity, dust, or corrosive gases.
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Basic Photography and Playback: A(Auto) Mode
Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select
A
(Auto) Mode
This section describes how to take pictures in A(auto) mode, an automatic, “point-
and-shoot” mode recommended for first-time users of digital cameras.
1
Press the power switch to turn on the camera.
•
The lens extends, and the monitor is turned on.
2
Rotate the mode dial
to A.
Auto mode
3
Check the battery level and number of
exposures remaining.
Battery level indicator
Battery Level
Display
Description
Battery level high.
b
B
N
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Battery level low. Prepare to charge or
replace the battery.
Number of exposures
remaining
Cannot take pictures.
Charge or replace the battery.
Battery
exhausted.
Number of Exposures Remaining
The number of exposures remaining is displayed.
The number of pictures that can be stored depends on the remaining capacity of the
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Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select A(Auto) Mode
Indicators Displayed in A(Auto) Mode
Motion detection icon
The effects of the subject
movement and camera
shake are reduced.
Shooting mode
is displayed in
(auto) mode.
A
A
Vibration reduction icon
Vibration reduction can be
applied to reduce the
effects of camera shake.
Shutter speed
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Movie options
A movie option is displayed
for movie recording
Internal memory indicator
Pictures are recorded to internal memory
(approx. 90 MB). When a memory card is
inserted, C is not displayed and pictures are
recorded to the memory card.
Image mode
The combination of image
quality (compression ratio) and
image size is displayed. The
default setting is L 4000 × 3000.
•
•
The indicators and photo info displayed during shooting and playback will turn off after a few
When the monitor has been turned off in standby mode to save power (the power-on lamp is
➝ The power switch, the shutter-release button or the b(emovie-record) button.
C Note on the Flash
When the flash is lowered, the flash setting is fixed at off and Wappears at the top of the monitor. In
situations where a flash is needed, such as in dark locations or when the subject is backlit, be sure to
C Functions Available in A(Auto) Mode
•
•
Pressing the dbutton allows you to specify a combination of image quality (compression ratio)
D Vibration Reduction and Motion Detection
•
more information.
•
Set Vibration reduction to Off when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting.
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Step 2 Frame a Picture
1
Ready the camera.
•
Hold the camera steadily in both hands.
•
Keep your fingers, hair, strap and other objects away from the lens, flash, AF-assist
illuminator and microphone.
•
the flash is above the lens.
2
Frame a picture.
•
Position the main subject near the center of the
monitor.
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Step 2 Frame a Picture
Zoom in
Using the Zoom
Zoom out
Rotate the zoom control to activate the optical zoom.
Rotate the zoom control toward gto zoom in,
increasing the size of the subject. Rotate the zoom
control toward fto zoom out, increasing the area
visible in the frame.
•
When the camera is turned on, the zoom is at the
maximum wide-angle position.
•
A zoom indicator is displayed at the top of the
monitor when the zoom control is rotated.
Optical zoom Digital zoom
Digital Zoom
When the camera is zoomed in to the maximum optical zoom position, rotating
and holding the zoom control at gtriggers digital zoom.
Digital zoom can magnify the subject up to about 2× beyond the maximum
magnification of the optical zoom.
Maximum optical zoom
Digital zoom enabled
•
The camera focuses at the center of the frame and the focus area is not
displayed when digital zoom is in effect.
C Digital Zoom and Interpolation
Unlike the optical zoom, the digital zoom uses a digital imaging process known as interpolation to
magnify images, resulting in slight deterioration of picture quality depending on the image mode
Interpolation is applied at zoom positions beyond V when taking still pictures.
When zoom is increased beyond the V position, interpolation is initiated and the zoom indicator
turns yellow to indicate that interpolation is being applied.
The position of V moves to the right as image size decreases, allowing for confirmation of the zoom
positions at which shooting without interpolation is possible at the current image mode setting.
When the image size is small
•
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Step 3 Focus and Shoot
1
Press the shutter-release button halfway.
•
When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway
speed and aperture value).
The focus and exposure remain locked while the
shutter-release button is pressed halfway.
•
The camera automatically focuses on the subject in the
center focus area. When the subject is in focus, the
focus area lights in green.
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•
•
When the digital zoom is in effect, the camera focuses on the subject at the center of
the screen, and the focus area is not displayed. When the subject is in focus, the focus
When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway and the focus area or focus
indicator blinks red, the camera is unable to focus. Change the composition and press
the shutter-release button halfway again.
2
Press the shutter-release button the rest of the
way down.
•
The shutter is released and the picture is recorded to
the memory card or internal memory.
B When the Subject Is Close to the Camera
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Step 3 Focus and Shoot
B During Recording
While the indicator showing the number of exposures remaining is blinking, images are being
recorded. Do not open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. Cutting the power or
removing the memory card in these circumstances could result in loss of data or in damage to the
camera or card.
B Autofocus
Autofocus may not perform as expected in the following situations. In some rare cases, the subject
may not be in focus despite the fact that the active focus area or focus indicator lights in green:
•
•
Subject is very dark
Objects of sharply differing brightness are included in the scene (e.g. the sun behind the subject
makes that subject appear very dark)
•
No contrast between the subject and surroundings (e.g. a portrait subject, wearing a white shirt, is
standing in front of a white wall)
•
•
Several objects are at different distances from the camera (e.g., an animal inside a cage)
Subjects that repeat the same pattern (e.g., window blinds, buildings with multiple rows of similarly
shaped windows)
•
Subject is moving rapidly
In the situations noted above, try pressing the shutter-release button halfway to refocus several times,
or focus on another subject and use focus lock.
D Focus Lock
Use focus lock to focus on off-center subjects when Center is selected for AF area mode.
•
•
Be sure that the distance between the camera and the subject does not change.
When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the exposure is locked.
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Position the
subject at the
center of the
frame.
Press the
shutter-
release
button
halfway.
Confirm that
the focus area
lights in green.
Continue holding
down the shutter- shutter-release
release button button the rest
halfway and
recompose the down to shoot.
picture.
Press the
of the way
D AF-assist illuminator
In dark places, the AF-assist illuminator (A152) may light when the shutter-release button is pressed
halfway.
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Step 4 Viewing and Deleting Pictures
Viewing Pictures (Playback Mode)
Press the c(Playback) button.
c(Playback)
button
•
The last picture shot is displayed in full-
frame playback mode.
•
Rotate the rotary multi selector, or press H,
I, Jor Kto view previous or subsequent
pictures. Continue holding down H, I, J
or Kto scroll quickly through pictures.
Pictures may be briefly displayed at low
resolution immediately after switching to
the previous or next picture.
Rotary multi selector
•
To return to shooting mode, press the cbutton again or press the shutter-release button or
b(emovie-record) button.
• C is displayed when pictures stored in the internal memory
are displayed. When a memory card is inserted, C is not
displayed and pictures stored on the memory card are
displayed.
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Internal memory indicator
C When the Monitor Is Turned Off to Save Power
C Options Available in Playback Mode
C Displaying Shooting Information
Press the kbutton in full-frame playback mode to display the
again to return to full-frame playback mode.
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C Pressing the cButton to Turn on the Camera
When the camera is off, holding down the cbutton turns on the
ISO
4
camera in playback mode. The lens does not extend.
C Viewing Pictures
when displayed in full-frame playback mode according to the orientation of the face (except for
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Step 4 Viewing and Deleting Pictures
Deleting Unnecessary Images
1
Press the lbutton to delete the image
currently displayed on the monitor.
•
To exit without deleting, press the dbutton.
2
Use the rotary multi selector to choose the
desired deletion method and press the k
button.
Delete
•
Current image: Only the current image or voice memo
Erase selected images: Multiple images can be selected
and deleted. See “Operating the Erase Selected Images
Screen” for more information.
Current image
Erase selected images
All images
•
•
All images: All images are deleted.
3
Choose Yes and press the kbutton.
•
Deleted images cannot be recovered.
Erase 1 image?
•
To cancel, choose No and press the kbutton.
Yes
No
Operating the Erase Selected Images Screen
1
Rotate the rotary multi selector or press
to choose an image to be deleted and press
to add to the image.
J
or
K
H
Erase selected images
y
•
To undo the selection, press Ito remove y.
•
back to full-frame playback or f(h) to display
thumbnails.
ON/OFF
Back
2
Add y to all desired images and then press the kbutton to confirm
the selection.
•
A confirmation dialog is displayed. Follow the instructions displayed on the monitor.
B Notes on Deletion
• Deleted images cannot be restored. Transfer important images to a computer before deleting them.
C Deleting the Last Image Captured While in Shooting Mode
In shooting mode, press the lbutton to delete the last image captured.
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Using the Flash
In dark locations or when the subject is backlit, you can shoot pictures with a flash by
raising the flash. You can set a flash mode that suits the shooting conditions.
•
The flash has a range of about 0.5 to 6.5 m (1 ft. 8 in. to 21 ft.) at the wide-angle
zoom position, and about 0.5 to 2.5 m (1 ft. 8 in. to 8 ft. 2 in.) at the telephoto
zoom position (when ISO sensitivity is set to Auto).
Auto
U
V
W
Flash fires automatically when lighting is dim.
Auto with red-eye reduction
Reduces “red-eye” in portraits.
Off
Flash does not fire.
Fill flash
X
The flash fires when a picture is taken, regardless of how bright the subject is. Use to
“fill-in” (illuminate) shadows and backlit subjects.
Slow sync
Y
Auto flash mode is combined with slow shutter speed. Suited to evening and night
portraits that include background scenery. Flash illuminates main subject; slow
shutter speeds are used to capture background at night or under dim lighting.
C Flash Mode Setting
•
- A(auto) mode: UAuto
- j(Night landscape): fixed at W(Off)
- o(Backlighting): fixed at X(fill flash) (when HDR is Off), fixed at W(Off) (when HDR is used)
-
A, B, C, D: UAuto
•
•
This feature cannot be used simultaneously with certain features. See “Functions that Cannot be
In the following situations, the setting for flash mode is stored in the camera’s memory even after
the camera is turned off.
-
-
When shooting mode A, B, C or D is used
When shooting with V(Auto with red-eye reduction) in A(auto) mode
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Using the Flash
Setting the Flash Mode
1
Slide the K (flash pop-up) control.
•
Flash is raised.
•
When the flash is lowered, the flash mode is fixed at
W(Off).
2
3
Press the rotary multi selector m(flash mode).
•
The flash mode menu is displayed.
Use the rotary multi selector to choose the
desired mode and press the kbutton.
Flash mode
•
•
The mode selected for the flash is displayed.
When U(auto) is applied, D is only displayed for a
few seconds, regardless of Photo info settings
•
If the kbutton is not pressed within a few seconds, the
selection will be canceled.
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B Lowering the Flash
When not using the flash, lower it by gently pushing it down.
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Using the Flash
B Shooting When Lighting is Dim or When the Flash is Set to W(Off)
•
Use of a tripod is recommended to stabilize the camera during shooting and avoid the effects of
•
•
E may be displayed in the shooting screen. When E is displayed, the ISO sensitivity has
increased automatically.
When shooting in dark locations, the noise reduction function may operate depending on the
shooting conditions. When the noise reduction function operates, it may take more time to save
images.
B Note on Using the Flash
Reflections from dust particles in the air may appear as bright spots in pictures. To reduce these
reflections, set the flash to W(Off), or shoot pictures with the flash lowered.
C Flash Lamp
The flash lamp shows the flash status when the
shutter-release button is pressed halfway down.
•
•
On: Flash fires when picture is shot.
Blinks: Flash is charging. Wait a few seconds and try
again.
•
Off: Flash does not fire when picture is shot.
When the battery level is low, the monitor is turned off
during charging of the flash.
C Red-eye Reduction
This camera uses advanced red-eye reduction (“In-Camera Red-Eye Fix”).
If the camera detects red eye while saving an image, the affected area will be processed to reduce
red-eye before the image is saved.
Note the following when taking pictures:
•
•
•
The time required to save the picture increases slightly.
Red-eye reduction may not produce the desired results in some 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.
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Taking Pictures with the Self-Timer
The self-timer is suitable for taking group pictures and reducing the vibration when
the shutter-release button is pressed. Timer durations of two or ten seconds can be
selected.
When using the self-timer, use of a tripod is recommended. Set Vibration
stabilize the camera.
1
Press the rotary multi selector n(self-timer).
•
The self-timer menu is displayed.
2
Use the rotary multi selector to choose 10s or
2s and press the kbutton.
•
•
•
10s (ten seconds): suitable for group pictures
2s (two seconds): suitable for preventing camera shake
When a is selected, the camera uses face detection to
detect a human face, and then automatically releases
Self-timer
•
•
The mode selected for the self-timer is displayed.
If the kbutton is not pressed within a few seconds, the selection will be canceled.
3
4
Frame the picture and press the
shutter-release button halfway.
•
The focus and exposure are set.
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Press the shutter-release button the
rest of the way down.
9
•
The self-timer starts, and the number of
seconds remaining before the shutter is
released is displayed. The self-timer lamp
blinks while the timer is counting down. About
one second before the shutter is released, the
lamp stops blinking and remains lit.
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•
•
When the shutter is released, the self-timer
turns OFF.
To stop the timer before a picture is taken,
press the shutter-release button again.
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Taking Pictures of Smiling Faces (Smile Timer)
The camera detects smiling faces using face detection and releases the shutter
automatically.
Portrait or Night portrait scene mode, or A, B, C or D mode.
1
2
Press the rotary multi selector n(self-timer).
•
•
The self-timer menu is displayed.
Adjust settings for flash mode, creative slider, exposure
compensation, or items in the shooting menu before
pressing n.
Use the rotary multi selector to choose
a (Smile timer), and press the kbutton.
•
If the kbutton is not pressed within a few seconds, the
selection will be canceled.
Smile timer
3
Frame the picture.
•
•
Point the camera at the subject.
When the camera detects a face, the focus area
containing the face is displayed with a double border.
When the camera focuses on the face, the double
border lights in green for a moment, and the focus is
locked.
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•
Up to three faces can be detected. When more than one face is detected, the face
closest to the center of the frame is framed by a double border and the others by single
borders.
4
5
The shutter is automatically released.
•
When the camera detects a smiling face of the subject framed by the double border,
the shutter is released automatically.
•
Each time the shutter is released, automatic shooting using face detection and smiling
face detection is repeated.
Shooting ends.
•
To stop automatic shooting of smiling faces, either turn off the camera or return to step
2 and select OFF.
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Taking Pictures of Smiling Faces (Smile Timer)
B Notes on Smile Timer
•
•
•
•
The digital zoom is not available.
Under some shooting conditions, faces and smiling faces may not be detected properly.
This feature cannot be used simultaneously with certain features. See “Functions that Cannot be
C Auto Power Off in Smile Timer Mode
off when either of the situations indicated below persists and no other operations are performed.
• The camera does not detect any faces.
• The camera detected a face, but cannot detect a smile.
C When the Self-timer Lamp Blinks
When using the Smile timer, the self-timer lamp blinks when the camera detects a face and flickers
after the shutter is released.
C Releasing the Shutter Manually
The shutter can also be released by pressing the shutter-release button. If no faces are detected, the
camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame.
D More Information
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Macro Mode
Macro mode is used for taking pictures of objects as close as 3 cm (1.2 in.). Note
that the flash may be unable to light the entire subject at distances of less than
50 cm (1 ft. 8 in.).
1
Press the rotary multi selector p(macro
mode).
•
The macro mode menu is displayed.
2
Use the rotary multi selector to choose ON
and press the kbutton.
•
•
The macro mode icon (F) is displayed.
If the kbutton is not pressed within a few seconds, the
selection will be canceled.
Macro mode
3
Rotate the zoom control to frame the picture.
•
The closest distance at which the camera can focus
varies depending on the zoom position.
When the zoom is at a position where F and the zoom
indicator light in green (to the left of G), the camera
can focus on subjects as close as 4 cm (1.6 in.) from the lens. At the maximum wide-
angle position, the camera can focus on subjects as close as 3 cm (1.2 in.) from the lens.
C Autofocus
focuses continuously until the shutter-release button is pressed halfway to lock the focus. Therefore,
the sound of lens drive movement can be heard.
In other shooting modes, Full-time AF is turned on automatically when macro mode is turned on
(except Pet portrait scene mode).
C Macro Mode Setting
For shooting modes A, B, C and D, the changed macro mode setting is stored in the camera’s
memory even after the camera is turned off.
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Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation)
By adjusting exposure compensation when taking pictures, overall image
brightness can be adjusted to make images brighter or darker. It can be used in
A(Auto) mode or in scene modes.
•
To adjust exposure compensation in A, B and C modes, use the creative slider
1
Press the rotary multi selector o(exposure
compensation).
•
The exposure compensation guide and histogram are
displayed.
Exposure compensation guide
2
Use the rotary multi selector to select a
compensation value.
•
To make the image brighter, apply positive (+)
exposure compensation.
+0.3
•
To make the image darker, apply negative (–)
exposure compensation.
0.0
Exposure compensation
Histogram
Exposure compensation value
3
4
Press the kbutton to set the compensation
value.
•
•
If the kbutton is not pressed within a few seconds, the
selection is set and the setting menu disappears.
When an exposure compensation value other than 0.0 is
applied, the value is displayed with the H indicator on
the monitor.
+0.3
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Press the shutter-release button to take a picture
.
•
To cancel the exposure compensation setting, return to step 1 and change the value
to 0.0.
C Exposure Compensation Value
exposure compensation cannot be used.
D Using the Histogram
A histogram is a graph showing the distribution of tones in the image. Use as a guide when using
exposure compensation and shooting without the flash.
• The horizontal axis corresponds to pixel brightness, with dark tones to the left and bright tones to
the right. The vertical axis shows the number of pixels.
• Increasing exposure compensation shifts tone distribution to the right, and decreasing it shifts
tone distribution to the left.
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More on Shooting
Selecting a Shooting Mode (Mode Dial)
Rotate the mode dial and align an icon to the mark to select one of the following
shooting modes.
Auto mode
A
An automatic, “point-and-
shoot” mode
recommended for first-
time users of digital
cameras.
Choose these modes for
greater control over
shutter speed and
aperture value.
Brightness, vividness, and
hue can be adjusted with
the creative slider. Various
settings are available in the
Shoot with settings suitable for the scene by choosing one of the scene modes.
y(Scene): Choose the desired scene from 16 different scene types, and the camera’s
settings are automatically optimized for the selected scene.
In Scene auto selector mode, the camera automatically selects the optimum scene mode
for simpler shooting.
Special effects such as Soft or Nostalgic sepia can be added for shooting.
j(Night landscape): Produces night landscape shots with reduced blurring and noise, or
capture the atmosphere of a night landscape with a slow shutter speed.
o(Backlighting): The flash fires to prevent the backlit subject from being hidden in
shadow, or the HDR function can be used to shoot scenes with high contrast.
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Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode)
When one of the following scenes is selected using the mode dial or the scene
menu, images are captured using settings that are optimized for the selected
scene.
Rotate the mode dial to j
or oand take pictures.
y(Scene)
Press the dbutton to display the scene menu and choose one of the following
shooting scenes.
Scene auto selector (default setting)
x
i
b
c
d
k
u
l
m
n
p
O
R
e
f
Z
z
h
Scene menu
Scene auto selector
Portrait
Landscape
Sports
Night portrait
Party/indoor
Beach
•
•
For scene modes that use the flash, be sure to slide the K (flash pop-up) control to
raise the flash before shooting.
g(j) to view a description (help) of that scene. To return to the original screen, rotate
the zoom control toward g(j) again.
C Image Mode
image mode setting apply to all shooting modes.
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Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode)
Shooting in the Scene Selected by the Camera (Scene Auto
Selector)
By simply framing a picture, the camera automatically selects the optimum scene
mode from the following for simpler shooting.
• d: Auto mode (general shooting)
• e: Portrait
• g: Night landscape
• i: Close-up
• f: Landscape
• j: Backlighting
• h: Night portrait
1
2
Rotate the mode dial to y.
Press the dbutton to display
the scene menu, choose xScene
auto selector with the rotary
multi selector and press the k
button.
Scene menu
Scene auto selector
Portrait
Landscape
Sports
Night portrait
Party/indoor
Beach
•
Scene auto selector is enabled.
•
When the flash is not raised, the message
The flash is lowered. is displayed.
•
Slide the K (flash pop-up) control to raise the flash.
3
Frame the subject and take the picture.
•
•
The shooting mode icon changes.
Press the shutter-release button halfway to set the focus
and exposure. When the subject is in focus, the focus
area (active focus area) lights in green.
•
Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way
down to take the picture.
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Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode)
B Notes on Scene Auto Selector
•
•
The digital zoom is not available.
Depending upon shooting conditions, the camera may not select the desired scene mode. Should
C Focusing in Scene Auto Selector
•
•
When the shooting mode icon is d or i (Close-up), in the same way as when the AF area
containing the subject closest to the camera.
C Shooting with Night landscape and Night portrait When Using Scene Auto
Selector
•
•
If the camera switches to g (Night landscape) when using Scene auto selector, pictures are shot
continuously, and the camera combines these pictures to save a single picture.
If the camera switches to h (Night portrait) when using Scene auto selector, flash mode is fixed
at slow sync with red-eye reduction for shooting human subjects (the camera does not shoot
continuously).
•
Off when using a tripod to stabilize the camera.
C Notes on Flash
-
When U (Auto) is applied, the camera automatically chooses the optimum flash mode setting
for the scene mode it has selected.
-
When W(Off) is set, the flash does not fire even when the flash is raised.
•
If you do not want to use the flash, you can shoot while the flash is lowered.
C Functions Available in Scene Auto Selector
•
•
•
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Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode)
Selecting a Scene Mode to Take Pictures (Features)
•
•
The Xshown for each scene is the setting for the flash mode when the flash is
•
jNight landscape
Use this mode to capture the ambience of night landscapes.
Press the dbutton to select Hand-held or Tripod in Night
landscape.
•
Hand-held (default setting): This enables you to shoot with the minimum of camera
shake and noise even when holding the camera by hand.
-
-
The Y icon is displayed on the shooting screen.
When the shutter-release button is pressed all the way, pictures are shot continuously,
and the camera combines these pictures to save a single picture.
Once the shutter-release button is pressed all the way, hold the camera steady without
moving it until a still picture is displayed. After taking a picture, do not turn the camera
off before the monitor switches to the shooting screen.
-
-
The angle of view (image area) seen in the saved image will be narrower than that seen
on the monitor at the time of shooting.
•
Tripod: Select this mode when the camera is stabilized, such as with a tripod.
-
-
The Z icon is displayed on the shooting screen.
-
Press the shutter-release button all the way to shoot a single picture at slow shutter
speeds.
•
•
The camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame. When the shutter-release
1
2
m
W
n
Off
p
Off
o
0.0
1
2
The self-timer is available.
Other settings can be selected.
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Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode)
oBacklighting
Use when light is coming from behind the subject, throwing features or details into
shadow.
Press the dbutton to adjust HDR (high dynamic range) composite settings in HDR for the
shooting scene.
•
When HDR is set to Off (default setting): The flash fires to
prevent the subject from being hidden in shadow.
-
-
Shoot pictures with the flash raised.
Press the shutter-release button all the way to shoot a
single picture.
•
When HDR is set to Level 1 to Level 3: Use when taking
pictures with very bright and dark areas in the same frame.
Level 1 is suitable when the contrast is low, and Level 3 is
suitable when the contrast is high.
-
-
The P icon is displayed on the shooting screen.
When the shutter-release button is pressed all the way, the
camera shoots pictures continuously with a high shutter
speed, and saves the following two images.
-
-
An image without HDR composition
HDR composite image (the effects of over-exposure and under-exposure are
reduced)
-
-
The second image saved is an HDR composite image. If only one image can be saved,
the camera enhances brightness and contrast in dark portions of the image with D-
Once the shutter-release button is pressed all the way, hold the camera steady without
moving it until a still picture is displayed. After taking a picture, it takes some time to
save the image. Do not turn the camera off before the monitor switches to the
shooting screen.
-
-
The angle of view (image area) seen in the saved image will be narrower than that seen
on the monitor at the time of shooting.
Depending on the scene, dark shadows may appear around a bright subject or the
area around a dark subject may appear bright. Set the level low to adjust.
•
The camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame.
1
2
3
m
m/W
n
Off
p
Off
o
0.0
1
When HDR is set to Off, the flash mode is fixed at X(fill flash).
When HDR is set to any setting other than Off, the flash mode is fixed at W(off).
The self-timer is available.
Other settings can be selected.
2
3
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Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode)
yMbPortrait
Use this mode for portraits.
•
•
•
The camera automatically detects and focuses on a face (see
If the camera detects multiple faces, the camera focuses on
the face closest to the camera.
After the Skin softening feature makes the subject’s skin appear smoother (up to three
•
•
If no faces are detected, the camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame.
The digital zoom is not available.
X
V*
n
Off*
p
Off
o
0.0*
*
Other settings can be selected.
B Notes on Skin Softening
•
In images taken in the portrait or night portrait scene mode, the camera makes the subject‘s skin
appear smoother (up to three people), and then records the image (skin softening function). This
means that the image recording time is longer than usual.
•
Depending on shooting conditions, even if the camera detects a face on the monitor at the time
of shooting, effects of the skin softening function may not be visible, and areas other than the face
may be processed.
•
•
The extent of skin softening effect that is applied cannot be set.
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Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode)
yMcLandscape
Use this mode for vivid landscapes and cityscapes.
Select Noise reduction burst or Single shot on the screen
that is displayed when cLandscape scene mode is selected.
•
Noise reduction burst: This enables you to shoot a sharp landscape with a minimum of
noise.
-
-
The x icon is displayed on the shooting screen.
When the shutter-release button is pressed all the way, pictures are shot continuously
at high speed, and the camera combines these pictures to save a single picture.
Once the shutter-release button is pressed all the way, hold the camera steady without
moving it until a still picture is displayed. After taking a picture, do not turn the camera
off before the monitor switches to the shooting screen.
-
-
The angle of view (image area) seen in the saved image will be narrower than that seen
on the monitor at the time of shooting.
•
Single shot (default setting): Records pictures with emphasized outlines and contrast.
When the shutter-release button is pressed all the way, one frame is taken.
-
•
•
The camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame. When the shutter-release
2
X
W
n
Off1
p
Off
o
0.0
1
The self-timer is available.
2
Other settings can be selected.
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Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode)
yMdSports
Use this mode for dynamic action shots that freeze the action in
a single shot and record motion in a series of pictures. With
continuous shooting, instantaneous movements of moving
subjects can be captured clearly.
•
The camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame.
The camera continuously adjust the focus until the shutter-
release button is pressed halfway to lock the focus.
•
•
•
•
While the shutter-release button is pressed all the way, up to seven pictures are shot at a
rate of about eight frames per second (fps) (when Image mode is set to I4000×3000).
Focus, exposure, and white balance are fixed at values determined with the first shot in
each series.
The frame rate with continuous shooting may vary, depending upon the image mode,
memory card or shooting conditions.
X
W
n
Off
p
Off
o
0.0*
*
Other settings can be selected.
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Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode)
y M e Night portrait
Use this mode for portraits taken at sunset or at night. Flash is
used to illuminate the subject while maintaining the mood of
the background.
Select Hand-held or Tripod on the screen that is displayed
when e Night portrait scene mode is selected.
•
Hand-held:
-
-
The Y icon is displayed on the shooting screen.
For a scene with a dark background, when the shutter-release button is pressed all the
way, pictures are shot continuously. The camera combines these pictures to save a
single picture.
-
-
Once the shutter-release button is pressed all the way, hold the camera steady without
moving it until a still picture is displayed. After taking a picture, do not turn the camera
off before the monitor switches to the shooting screen.
If the subject moves while the camera is shooting continuously, the image may be
distorted, overlapped or blurred.
•
Tripod (default setting): Select this mode when the camera is stabilized, such as with a
tripod.
-
-
The Z icon is displayed on the shooting screen.
-
Press the shutter-release button all the way to shoot a single picture at slow shutter
speeds.
•
•
•
Shoot pictures with the flash raised.
The digital zoom is not available.
-
If the camera detects multiple faces, the camera focuses on the face closest to the
camera.
-
After the Skin softening feature makes the subject’s skin appear smoother (up to three
-
If no faces are detected, the camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame.
2
X
V1
n
Off2
p
Off
o
0.0
1
2
Fill flash is used with red-eye reduction.
Other settings can be selected.
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Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode)
yMfParty/indoor
Suitable for taking pictures in parties. Captures the effects of
candlelight and other indoor background lighting.
•
•
The camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame.
Hold the camera steadily as pictures are easily affected by
camera shake. When shooting under low lighting, use of a
to Off when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during
shooting.
1
X
V
n
Off2
p
Off
o
0.03
1
2
3
May switch to slow sync with red-eye reduction flash mode. Other settings can be selected.
The self-timer is available.
Other settings can be selected.
yMZBeach
Captures the brightness of such subjects as beaches, or sunlit
expanses of water.
•
The camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame.
1
1
X
U
n
Off2
p
Off
o
0.01
1
2
Other settings can be selected.
The self-timer is available.
yMzSnow
Captures the brightness of such subjects as sunlit snowfields.
The camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame.
•
1
1
X
U
n
Off2
p
Off
o
0.01
1
2
Other settings can be selected.
The self-timer is available.
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Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode)
yMhSunset
Preserves the deep hues seen in sunsets and sunrises.
O
•
The camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame.
When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the focus
•
•
1
2
X
W
n
Off
p
Off
o
0.0
1
The self-timer is available.
2
Other settings can be selected.
yMiDusk/dawn
O
Preserves the colors seen in the weak natural light before sunrise
or after sunset.
•
The camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame.
When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the focus
•
•
1
2
X
W
n
Off
p
Off
o
0.0
1
The self-timer is available.
2
Other settings can be selected.
O: Use of a tripod is recommended in scenes with which Ois indicated. Set Vibration reduction
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Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode)
yMkClose-up
Photograph flowers, insects and other small objects at close
range.
•
automatically zooms to the closest position to the subject
where the camera can shoot.
•
The closest distance at which the camera can focus varies depending on the zoom
position. When the zoom is at a position where F and the zoom indicator light in green
(to the left of G), the camera can focus on subjects as close as 4 cm (1.6 in.) from the
lens. At the maximum wide-angle position, the camera can focus on subjects as close as
3 cm (1.2 in.) from the lens.
•
kbutton, and then rotate the rotary multi selector, or press H, I, Jor Kto move the
focus area.
To adjust the following settings, press the kbutton to temporarily cancel focus area
selection, and then adjust each setting.
-
-
Flash mode or self-timer
Exposure compensation
•
•
The camera continuously focuses using autofocus until you press the shutter-release
button halfway to lock the focus.
As pictures are easily affected by camera shake, be sure that Vibration reduction
1
2
X
W
n
Off
p
On
o
0.03
1
Other settings can be selected. Note that when shooting with the flash, the flash may be unable
to light the entire subject at distances of less than 50 cm (1 ft. 8 in.).
The self-timer is available.
2
3
Other settings can be selected.
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Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode)
yMuFood
Use this mode when taking pictures of food.
•
automatically zooms to the closest position to the subject
where the camera can shoot.
•
The closest distance at which the camera can focus varies depending on the zoom
position. When the zoom is at a position where F and the zoom indicator light in green
(to the left of G), the camera can focus on subjects as close as 4 cm (1.6 in.) from the
lens. At the maximum wide-angle position, the camera can focus on subjects as close as
3 cm (1.2 in.) from the lens.
•
•
You can adjust hue within a slider display at the left of the
monitor. Pressing the rotary multi selector Hincreases the
red hue, and pressing Iincreases the blue hue. The hue
adjustments are stored in the camera’s memory even after
the camera is turned off.
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kbutton, and then rotate the rotary multi selector, or press H, I, Jor Kto move the
focus area.
To adjust the following settings, press the kbutton to temporarily cancel focus area
selection, and then adjust each setting.
-
-
-
Hue
Self-timer
Exposure compensation
•
•
The camera focuses continuously until focus is locked by pressing the shutter-release
button halfway.
As pictures are easily affected by camera shake, be sure that Vibration reduction
1
2
X
W
n
Off
p
On
o
0.0
1
The self-timer is available.
2
Other settings can be selected.
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Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode)
yMlMuseum
Use indoors where flash photography is prohibited (for
example, in museums and art galleries) or in other situations in
which you do not want to use the flash.
•
•
The camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame.
•
•
As pictures are easily affected by camera shake, be sure that Vibration reduction
1
2
2
X
W
n
Off
p
Off
o
0.0
1
The self-timer is available.
2
Other settings can be selected.
yMmFireworks show
O
Slow shutter speeds are used to capture the expanding burst of
light from fireworks.
•
The camera focuses at infinity. When the shutter-release
button is pressed halfway, the focus area or focus indicator
focuses at infinity, it may not be able to focus on nearby
objects.
•
X
W
n
Off
p
Off
o
0.0
yMnBlack and white copy
Provides clear pictures of text or drawings on a white board or
in print.
•
•
The camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame.
pictures at close distances.
•
Colored text and drawings may not show up well.
1
2
1
1
X
W
n
Off
p
Off
o
0.0
1
2
Other settings can be selected.
The self-timer is available.
O: Use of a tripod is recommended in scenes with which Ois indicated. Set Vibration reduction
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Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode)
yMpPanorama
Use this mode for shooting panorama pictures.
Select Easy panorama or Panorama assist on the screen that is displayed when
pPanorama scene mode is selected.
•
Easy panorama (default setting): Shoots panorama pictures that can be played back on
the camera by moving the camera in the direction you want to create a panorama picture.
•
Panorama assist: Shoots multiple pictures while confirming the seams. Transfer pictures
in a single panorama.
1
2
1
3
X
W
n
Off
p
Off
o
0.0
1
2
3
When shooting in Panorama assist, other settings can be selected.
When shooting in Panorama assist, the self-timer is available.
Other settings can be selected.
B Note on Printing Panorama Pictures
When printing panorama pictures, a full view may not be printed depending on the printer settings.
Additionally, printing may not be available depending on the printer.
For more information, see your printer’s manual or contact a digital photo lab.
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Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode)
yMO Pet portrait
Use this mode for shooting pictures of dogs or cats. The camera
detects and focuses on the face of a dog or cat.
•
Detected faces are displayed in a double frame indicating the
focus area, and when a face is in focus, this double frame
lights in green.
Up to five pet faces can be detected simultaneously. If the
camera detects multiple faces, the double-frame focus area is
displayed around the largest face on the monitor, and single-
frame borders are displayed around the other faces.
If a pet’s face is not detected, the camera focuses on the
subject at the center of the frame.
The digital zoom is not available.
disabled.
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•
•
•
•
In some cases, dogs or cats may not be detected or other animals may be detected,
depending on the distance between the camera and the pet, where the pet is facing, how
fast it is moving, the brightness, and other shooting conditions.
X
W
n
Off
p
Off*
o
0.0*
*
Other settings can be selected.
yMR Special effects
You can add special effects for shooting. Press the dbutton to select one of the following
effects.
•
•
•
Soft: (default setting): Gently blurs the entire picture to create a soft ambience.
Nostalgic sepia: Adds a sepia tone with low contrast to make it look like an old picture.
High-contrast monochrome: Creates a black-and-white photograph with a clear
contrast.
•
•
High key: Adds a bright tone over the entire picture.
Low key: Adds a dark tone over the entire picture.
•
The camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame.
1
2
1
1
X
W
n
Off
p
Off
o
0.0
1
2
Other settings can be selected.
The self-timer is available.
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Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode)
Taking Pictures with Easy Panorama
1
Rotate the mode dial to y.
2
Press the dbutton to display the
scene menu screen, choose
pPanorama with the rotary multi
selector and press the kbutton.
Scene menu
Black and white copy
Panorama
Pet portrait
Special effects
Image mode
3
4
Choose V Easy panorama and press the
Panorama
kbutton.
Easy panorama
Panorama assist
Select the shooting range from W Normal
(180°) or X Wide (360°), and press the k
button.
Easy panorama
Normal (180°)
Wide (360°)
•
The image size (W × H) when the camera is held in
landscape orientation is as follows.
- W Normal (180°): 3200 × 560 when the camera is
moved horizontally, 1024 × 3200 when the camera is
moved vertically
- X Wide (360°): 6400 × 560 when the camera is moved horizontally, 1024 × 6400
when the camera is moved vertically
•
For the image size when the camera is held in “tall” orientation, the combinations of
the moving direction and W × H are the opposites of the above.
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Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode)
5
Frame the first portion of the panorama scene,
and press the shutter-release button halfway
to adjust the focus.
•
•
•
The zoom is fixed at the wide-angle position.
The framing guide is displayed on the screen.
The camera focuses on the subject at the center of the
frame.
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•
•
6
7
Press the shutter-release button all the way,
and release it.
•
The I icon showing the current panorama direction is
displayed.
Move the camera straight and slowly in one of
the four directions to start shooting.
•
•
•
When the camera detects the panorama direction, the
shooting starts.
The guide showing the current shooting point is
displayed.
When the guide showing the shooting point reaches
the end, the shooting ends.
Guide
Example of moving the camera
•
•
Hold the camera steadily and move it horizontally or vertically, as in drawing an arc.
Move the camera from end to end within about 15 seconds when the panorama range is 180°, and
within about 30 seconds when it is 360°.
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B Notes on Easy Panorama Shooting
•
The image area seen in the saved image will be narrower than that seen on the monitor at the time
of shooting.
•
When the camera movement speed is too fast or there is a large amount of camera shake, the
shooting ends in an error.
•
•
Panorama pictures are not saved when the shooting stops before reaching half of the panorama range.
When the shooting reaches more than half of the panorama range but finishes before the end
point, the range that is not shot will be recorded as a gray area.
Viewing Pictures Recorded with Easy Panorama
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recorded with easy panorama in full-frame playback
mode and press the kbutton. The camera displays the
short side of the picture filling the entire screen and
scrolls the picture automatically.
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•
•
The picture is scrolled in the direction of the
panorama shooting.
Rotate the rotary multi selector to fast forward or rewind.
Playback controls are displayed at the top of the monitor
during playback. When you choose a playback control
with the rotary multi selector Jor Kand press the k
button, the following operations can be performed.
To
Rewind
Use
A
B
Description
Scroll quickly back while the button is pressed.
k
Advance
Pause
End
Scroll quickly forward while the kbutton is pressed.
The following operations can be performed with the playback
controls at the top of the monitor while playback is paused.
C
D
F
Rewind while the kbutton is pressed.*
Scroll while the kbutton is pressed.*
Restart the automatic scroll.
E
G
Return to full-frame playback mode.
*
The pictures can also be scrolled by rotating the rotary multi selector.
B Note on Viewing Pictures Recorded with Easy Panorama
Panorama pictures recorded with functions other than easy panorama of the COOLPIX P300 may not
be scrolled or zoomed on this camera.
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Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode)
Taking Pictures with Panorama Assist
The camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame. Using a tripod makes
the composition easier. When the camera is stabilized with a tripod, set Vibration
1
2
Rotate the mode dial to y.
Press the dbutton to display the
scene menu screen, choose
pPanorama with the rotary multi
selector and press the kbutton.
Scene menu
Black and white copy
Panorama
Pet portrait
Special effects
Image mode
3
4
Choose U Panorama assist and press the
Panorama
kbutton.
Easy panorama
Panorama assist
•
The I icon is displayed to show the direction in which
pictures are joined.
Use the rotary multi selector to choose the
direction and press the kbutton.
•
Select the direction in which pictures are joined in the
completed panorama: right (I), left (J), up (K) or
down (L).
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•
The yellow icon (II) moves to the direction pressed, so
press the kbutton to choose the direction. A white
icon (I) is displayed in the chosen direction.
•
•
Press the kbutton again to reselect the direction.
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Selecting Scenes for Shooting (Scene Mode)
5
6
7
Frame the first portion of the
panorama scene and take the first
picture.
•
1/3 of the image will be displayed as
translucent.
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Shoot the next picture.
•
Match the outline of the next picture so that
1/3 of the frame overlaps the previous picture,
and press the shutter-release button.
•
Repeat until you have taken the necessary
number of pictures to complete the image.
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Press the kbutton when shooting is completed.
•
The camera returns to step 4.
B Notes on Panorama Assist
•
Set the flash mode, self-timer, macro mode and exposure compensation before releasing the
shutter for the first picture. The settings cannot be changed after shooting the first picture. Pictures
picture.
•
during shooting. To prevent this, setting a longer time for the auto off function is recommended.
D R (exposure lock) Indicator
When using panorama assist mode, all pictures in the panorama
have the same exposure, white balance, and focus as the first picture
of the panorama.
When the first picture is shot, R is displayed to indicate that
exposure, white balance, and focus are locked.
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D Panorama Creation
panorama.
Install Panorama Maker 5 on a computer using the supplied ViewNX 2 CD-ROM.
D More Information
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Setting the Exposure for Shooting (A, B, C, D Modes)
A, B, C, D Modes
By rotating the mode dial, you can shoot pictures in the following four exposure
modes: A (Programmed auto), B (Shutter-priority auto), C (Aperture-priority auto),
and D (Manual).
Not only can you set the shutter speed and aperture value, you can also select a
variety of advanced settings, such as changing the ISO sensitivity and white balance
Mode
Description
Usage
The camera sets the shutter
speed and aperture value
automatically for optimal
exposure. Flexible program,
which changes the combination situations.
of shutter speed and aperture
value with the same exposure,
Programmed
auto
Recommended for most
A
B
Use to shoot fast moving
subjects with a fast shutter speed,
or use to emphasize the
movements of a moving subject
with a slow shutter speed.
Shutter-
priority auto
The user chooses the shutter
speed; the camera selects the
aperture value automatically.
Aperture-
priority auto
The user chooses the aperture
value; the camera selects the
shutter speed automatically.
Use to blur the background or
bring both the foreground and
background into focus.
C
D
Use to control the exposure
according to shooting
requirements.
Manual
The user controls both the
shutter speed and aperture value.
C Functions Available in A, B, C and D Modes
•
settings are available.
•
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Setting the Exposure for Shooting (A, B, C, D Modes)
D Shutter Speed and Aperture Value
The same exposure can be achieved with different
combinations of shutter speed and aperture value, allowing
you to freeze or blur motion and control depth of field. The
following figures show how shutter speed and aperture value
changed, the range of shutter speeds and aperture values at
which the correct exposure can be obtained also changes.
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Aperture
value
Shutter speed
Shutter Speed
Fast shutter speed
1/1000 s
Slow shutter speed
1/30 s
Aperture Value
Large aperture
(Small f-number)
f/1.8
Small aperture
(Large f-number)
f/8
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Setting the Exposure for Shooting (A, B, C, D Modes)
A (Programmed Auto) Mode
The camera sets the shutter speed and aperture value automatically for optimal
exposure.
1
2
Rotate the mode dial to A.
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Frame the subject and shoot.
•
In the default setting, the camera automatically selects
one or more of the nine focus areas containing the
subject closest to the camera. When the subject is in
focus, the focus area (active focus area) lights in green
Flexible Program
In mode A (Programmed auto), different combinations of shutter
speed and aperture value can be selected without changing the
exposure by rotating the command dial (“flexible program”). While
flexible program is in effect, a flexible program mark (A) appears
next to the mode indicator (A) in the upper left of the monitor.
•
•
•
Rotate the command dial to the right for large apertures (small f-
numbers) when you want to blur background details, or for fast
shutter speeds to capture fast-moving subjects.
Rotate the command dial to the left for small apertures (large f-
numbers) when you want to increase depth of field, or for slow
shutter speeds to emphasize the motion of a subject.
To cancel flexible program, rotate the command dial until the
flexible program mark (A) is no longer displayed. Selecting
another shooting mode, or turning off the camera, also cancels
flexible program.
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B Note on A (Programmed Auto) Shooting
When the subject is too dark or too bright, it may not be possible to obtain the appropriate exposure.
In such cases, the shutter speed indicator and aperture value indicator blink when the shutter-release
button is pressed halfway. It may be possible to obtain the appropriate exposure by changing settings
C Shutter Speed
•
When the aperture value is set to f/1.8 (large aperture) or f/8, the shutter speed can be set to up to
1/1600 second.
•
The control range of the shutter speed differs depending on the ISO sensitivity setting. Additionally,
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B (Shutter-Priority Auto) Mode
The user chooses the shutter speed; the camera selects the aperture value
automatically.
1
2
Rotate the mode dial to B.
Rotate the command dial to choose
a shutter speed value.
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3
Focus and shoot.
•
In the default setting, the camera automatically selects
one or more of the nine focus areas containing the
subject closest to the camera. When the subject is in
focus, the focus area (active focus area) lights in green
B Note on B (Shutter-Priority Auto) Shooting
When the subject is too dark or too bright, it may not be possible to obtain the appropriate exposure
with the set shutter speed. In such cases, the shutter speed indicator blinks when the shutter-release
button is pressed halfway. Choose another shutter speed and try again.
C Shutter Speed
•
When the aperture value is set to f/1.8 (large aperture), the shutter speed can be set to up to 1/1600
second.
•
The control range of the shutter speed differs depending on the ISO sensitivity setting. Additionally,
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Setting the Exposure for Shooting (A, B, C, D Modes)
C (Aperture-Priority Auto) Mode
The user chooses the aperture value; the camera selects the shutter speed
automatically.
1
2
Rotate the mode dial to C.
Rotate the rotary multi selector to
choose the aperture value
(f/-number).
•
The aperture value can be set in a range of
f/1.8 to 8 (wide-angle position) and f/4.9 to
7.8 (telephoto position).
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3
Focus and shoot.
•
In the default setting, the camera automatically selects
one or more of the nine focus areas containing the
subject closest to the camera. When the subject is in
focus, the focus area (active focus area) lights in green
B Note on C (Aperture-Priority Auto) Shooting
When the subject is too dark or too bright, it may not be possible to obtain the appropriate exposure
with the set aperture value. In such cases, the aperture value indicator blinks when the shutter-release
button is pressed halfway. Choose another aperture value and try again.
C Shutter Speed
•
When the aperture value is set to f/1.8 (large aperture) or f/8, the shutter speed can be set to up to
1/1600 second.
•
The control range of the shutter speed differs depending on the ISO sensitivity setting. Additionally,
D Aperture and Zoom
The aperture value (f-number) indicates the lens brightness. Large apertures (expressed by small f-
numbers) let more light into the camera, and small apertures (large f-numbers) let less light. When the
camera is zoomed in, the lens aperture can be changed within a range of f/1.8 to 4.9. The aperture
value increases (becomes darker) when zooming to the telephoto side, and decreases (becomes
brighter) when zooming to the wide-angle position.
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Setting the Exposure for Shooting (A, B, C, D Modes)
D (Manual) Mode
The user controls both the shutter speed and aperture value.
•
The shutter speed can be set in a range from a maximum speed of 1/2000 to
eight seconds.
1
Rotate the mode dial to D.
2
Rotate the command dial to choose
a shutter speed value.
•
When adjusting the aperture value or
shutter speed, the degree of deviation
from the exposure value measured by the
camera is displayed in the exposure
indicator.
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Exposure indicator
•
The degree of deviation in the exposure
indicator is shown in EVs (–2 to +2 EV in
increments of 1/3 EV).
The display on the right shows that the
picture will be overexposed by 1 EV (+1).
Overexposed
+2
+0
-2
Underexposed
3
Rotate the rotary multi selector to
choose an aperture value.
•
If necessary, repeat steps 2 to 3 to modify
shutter speed and aperture value settings
until the desired exposure is achieved.
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Setting the Exposure for Shooting (A, B, C, D Modes)
4
Focus and shoot.
•
In the default setting, the camera automatically selects
one or more of the nine focus areas containing the
subject closest to the camera. When the subject is in
focus, the focus area (active focus area) lights in green
B Note on ISO Sensitivity
fixed at ISO 160.
C Shutter Speed
•
When the aperture value is set to f/1.8 (large aperture), the shutter speed can be set to up to 1/1600
second.
•
The control range of the shutter speed differs depending on the ISO sensitivity setting. Additionally,
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Adjusting Brightness, Vividness and Hue (
A,
B,
C,
D
Modes)
When the rotary multi selector K(o) is pressed in the shooting mode A, B, C or
D, brightness (exposure compensation), vividness and hue can be adjusted with
the creative slider.
o
Brightness (Exp. +/–)
Use to brighten or darken the overall image.
•
When the shooting mode is D (manual) mode, obrightness (exposure
compensation) cannot be used.
G
F
Vividness
Use to adjust the vividness of the overall image.
Hue
Use to adjust the hue of the overall image.
Operating the Creative Slider
1
Press the rotary multi selector K(o).
•
The creative slider is displayed.
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Adjusting Brightness, Vividness and Hue (A, B, C, D Modes)
2
Adjust obrightness, G vividness, or F hue.
Slider
•
The rotary multi selector is used as follows.
– HI: The slider moves. The effect can be adjusted
while confirming the results on the monitor. The
effect can also be adjusted by rotating the command
dial.
+0.3
0.0
– J K: Switches among brightness (exposure
compensation), vividness and hue. The items can also
be switched by rotating the rotary multi selector.
Brightness (Exp. +/-)
•
•
For more information on each item, see the following.
To turn off the effects of the creative slider, press Jor Kto choose P, and press the
kbutton.
3
4
When adjustment is complete, press Jor K
to choose y and press the kbutton.
•
If the kbutton (except when P is selected) or the
shutter-release button is pressed in step 2, the selected
amount of effect is applied. When the effect is applied,
the camera returns to the shooting screen.
Exit
•
If brightness is adjusted, H and the compensation
value are displayed.
•
•
If vividness is adjusted, a is displayed.
If hue is adjusted, b is displayed.
+0.3
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Press the shutter-release button to take a picture.
C Creative Slider Settings
The settings for brightness (exposure compensation), vividness and hue are saved in the camera‘s
memory even when the camera is turned off.
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Adjusting Brightness, Vividness and Hue (A, B, C, D Modes)
Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation)
Adjust the overall brightness of the image.
Slider
•
To make the subject brighter, move the slider
toward “+”.
•
To make the subject darker, move the slider toward
“–”.
+0.3
0.0
Brightness (Exp. +/-)
Exposure
compensation
value
Histogram
D Using the Histogram
Adjusting Vividness (Saturation Adjustment)
Adjust the overall vividness of the image.
Slider
•
Vividness increases as the slider is moved up.
Vividness decreases as the slider is moved down.
Vividness
Adjusting Hue (White Balance Adjustment)
Adjust the overall hue of the image.
Slider
•
The overall image becomes more reddish as the
slider is moved up. The overall image becomes more
bluish as the slider is moved down.
Hue
B Note on White Balance Adjustment
be set.
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Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, DModes)
While shooting in A, B, C and D, the shooting menu contains the following
options.
Image mode
Choose the image mode (combination of image size and compression rate) at which
images are saved. This setting can be changed when using any shooting mode.
White balance
Match white balance to the light source to produce images with natural-looking colors.
Metering
Choose how the camera meters the brightness of the subject.
Continuous
Change the settings for continuous shooting and BSS (Best Shot Selector).
ISO sensitivity
Set the ISO sensitivity to suit the brightness of the subject.
Exposure bracketing
Vary exposure slightly over a burst of pictures.
AF area mode
Choose how the focus area is determined.
Autofocus mode
Choose how the camera focuses.
Flash exp. comp.
Adjust the flash level.
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Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)
Displaying the Shooting Menu
Choose A (Programmed auto), B (Shutter-priority auto), C (Aperture-priority auto)
or D (Manual) by rotating the mode dial.
Press the dbutton to display the shooting menu.
Shooting menu
Image mode
White balance
Metering
Continuous
ISO sensitivity
Exposure bracketing
AF area mode
•
•
Press the dbutton to exit the shooting menu.
B Functions that Cannot be Applied Simultaneously
C Navigating the Camera Menu
Rotate the command dial while the first level of the shooting menu is displayed to change the setting
for the selected item.
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Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)
Image Mode (Image Quality/Image Size)
Set to A, B, C or D Md(Shooting menu) MImage mode
Image mode refers to the combination of image size and image quality
(compression ratio) at which images are saved. Choose the image mode best
suited to the manner in which images will be used and the capacity of the internal
memory or memory card.
The higher the image mode setting, the larger the size at which it can be printed,
but limiting the number of images that can be saved.
Description
Image mode
Size (pixels)
4000×3000
Images are higher quality than I. The
compression ratio is approximately 1:4.
H4000×3000P
I4000×3000
(default setting)
4000×3000
Best choice in most situations. The compression
ratio is approximately 1:8.
R3264×2448
3264×2448
2592×1944
L2592×1944
Smaller size than I, R, or Lallows more
images to be saved. The compression ratio is
approximately 1:8.
M2048×1536
N1024×768
O640×480
2048×1536
1024×768
640×480
Suited to display on a computer monitor. The
compression ratio is approximately 1:8.
Suited to full-screen display on a television with
an aspect ratio of 4:3, or distribution by e-mail.
The compression ratio is approximately 1:8.
Images with an aspect ratio of 16:9 are saved. The
compression ratio is approximately 1:8.
o 3968×2232
3968×2232
The icon for the current setting is displayed on the monitor in shooting and
C Image Mode
• When using shooting modes other than A, B, C or D mode, this setting can be changed by
pressing the dbutton.
• The setting is also applied to other shooting modes.
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Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)
C Number of Exposures Remaining
The following table lists the approximate number of images that can be saved in the internal
memory and on a 4 GB memory card. Note that due to JPEG compression, the number of images
that can be saved differs depending on the composition of the image. In addition, this number may
vary depending on the make of memory card, even when the memory cards have the same
specified capacity.
1
Internal memory
(90 MB)
Memory card
(4 GB)
2
Image mode
Print size (cm/in.)
H4000×3000P
I4000×3000
R3264×2448
L2592×1944
M2048×1536
N1024×768
O640×480
14
620
34 × 25/13 × 10
34 × 25/13 × 10
28 × 21/11 × 8
22 × 16/8.5 × 6.5
17 × 13/7 × 5
26
39
1,110
1,650
2,560
4,020
12,000
30,100
1,500
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96
299
813
35
9 × 7/3.5 × 2.5
5 × 4/2 × 1.5
o 3968×2232
34 × 19/13 × 7.5
1
2
If the number of exposures remaining is 10,000 or more, the number of exposures
remaining display shows “9999.”
Print size at an output resolution of 300 dpi.
Print sizes are calculated by dividing the number of pixels by printer resolution (dpi) and
multiplying by 2.54 cm (1 in.). However, at the same image size, images printed at higher
resolutions will print smaller than the size indicated, and those printed at lower resolutions
will print larger than the size indicated.
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Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)
White Balance
Set to A, B, C or D Md(Shooting menu) MWhite balance
The color of light reflected from an object varies with the color of the light source.
The human brain is able to adapt to changes in the color of the light source, with
the result that white objects appear white whether seen in the shade, direct
sunlight, or under incandescent lighting. Digital cameras can mimic this
adjustment of the human eye by processing images according to the color of the
light source. This is known as “white balance.” For natural coloration, choose a white
balance setting that matches the light source before shooting.
Although the default setting, Auto, can be used under most types of lighting, you
can apply the white balance setting suited to a particular light source to achieve
more accurate results.
a
Auto (default setting)
The white balance is automatically adjusted to suit the lighting conditions. The best
choice in most situations.
b
Preset manual
information.
c
d
e
f
g
Daylight
The white balance is adjusted for direct sunlight.
Incandescent
Use under incandescent lighting.
Fluorescent
Use under most types of fluorescent lighting.
Cloudy
Use when shooting under overcast skies.
Flash
Use with the flash.
When white balance is enabled, the current setting is displayed during shooting
C Notes on White Balance
•
•
•
This feature cannot be used simultaneously with certain features. See “Functions that Cannot be
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Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)
Preset Manual
Use when you want to make pictures shot under unusual lighting conditions (such
as lamps with reddish light) look as though they were shot in normal light.
Use the procedure below to shoot after measuring the white balance value under
the shooting light.
1
2
Place a white or gray reference object under the lighting that will be
used during shooting.
White balance
rotary multi selector to choose bPreset
Auto
Preset manual
manual in White balance, and press the k
Daylight
Incandescent
Fluorescent
button.
Cloudy
Flash
•
The lens extends to the zoom position for
measurement.
3
4
Choose Measure.
Preset manual
•
To apply the most recently measured white balance
value, choose Cancel and press the kbutton. The
most recently measured white balance value will be set.
Cancel
Measure
Frame a white or gray reference object in the
reference object frame.
Preset manual
Cancel
Measure
Reference object frame
5
Press the kbutton to measure the white balance value.
•
The shutter is released and the new white balance preset value is set (no picture is
recorded).
B Note on Preset Manual
The camera cannot measure a white balance value when the flash fires. When shooting with the flash,
set White balance to Auto or Flash.
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Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)
Metering
Set to A, B, C or D Md(Shooting menu) MMetering
The process of measuring the brightness of the subject to determine the exposure
is known as “metering.”
Use this option to choose how the camera meters exposure.
G
Matrix (default setting)
Uses a wide area of the screen for metering.
This metering mode provides the appropriate exposure for a variety of shooting
conditions. Recommended for typical shooting.
q
Center-weighted
The camera meters the entire frame but assigns greatest weight to the subject at the
center of the frame. The classic meter for portraits; it preserves background details
while letting lighting conditions at the center of the frame determine exposure. Can
B Notes on Metering
•
When the digital zoom is in effect, Metering is set to Center-weighted. Note that the metered
area is not displayed on the monitor.
•
This feature cannot be used simultaneously with certain features. See “Functions that Cannot be
D Metering Area
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Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)
Continuous
Set to A, B, C or D Md(Shooting menu) MContinuous
Change the settings for continuous shooting and BSS (Best Shot Selector).
U
Single (default setting)
One picture is shot each time the shutter-release button is pressed.
V
Continuous
While the shutter-release button is pressed all the way, pictures are taken at a rate
of about eight frames per second (fps) (when Image mode is set to I4000 ×
3000). Shooting ends when the shutter-release button is released, or seven
pictures have been taken.
D
BSS (Best Shot Selector)
BSS is recommended for shooting when lighting is dim without the flash, with the
camera zoomed in, or in other situations in which camera shake is likely to blur
pictures.
The camera continuously takes up to ten pictures while the shutter-release button
is pressed all the way. The sharpest picture (picture with the most details) in the
series is automatically selected and saved.
W
V
Multi-shot 16
Each time the shutter-release button is pressed all the way,
the camera shoots 16 pictures at a rate of about 30 frames
per second and arranges them in a single picture.
•
•
Image mode is fixed at L(image size: 2560 × 1920 pixels).
The digital zoom is not available.
n
Continuous H: 120 fps
Each time the shutter-release button is pressed all the way, 60 frames are captured
at a speed of about 1/125 s or faster.
•
Image mode is fixed at M (image size: 1280 × 960 pixels).
V j Continuous H: 60 fps
Each time the shutter-release button is pressed all the way, 60 frames are captured
at a speed of about 1/60 s or faster.
Image mode is fixed at M (image size: 1280 × 960 pixels).
•
When continuous shooting is enabled, the current setting is displayed during
displayed.
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Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)
B Notes on Continuous Shooting
•
•
•
During continuous shooting, the flash is not available. Focus, exposure and white balance are fixed
at the values for the first picture in each series.
The frame rate may become slower depending on the image mode, memory card type or shooting
conditions.
This feature cannot be used simultaneously with certain features. See “Functions that Cannot be
B Note on BSS
BSS is suited for shooting stationary subjects. BSS may not produce the desired results if the subject
moves or the composition changes.
B Note on Multi-shot 16
Banding or variance in brightness or hue may occur in images that were captured under lighting that
flickers at high speeds, such as fluorescent, mercury-vapor, or sodium-vapor lighting.
B Notes on Continuous H
•
It may take some time to save the images after shooting. The amount of time it takes to finish
saving the captured images depends on the number of images, the write speed of the memory
card, etc.
•
•
When ISO sensitivity increases, noise may appear in captured images.
Accurate exposure may not be achieved (images may be over-exposed) in images captured on
bright sunny days.
•
Banding or variance in brightness or hue may occur in images that were captured under lighting
that flickers at high speeds, such as fluorescent, mercury-vapor, or sodium-vapor lighting.
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Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)
ISO Sensitivity
Set to A, B, C or D Md(Shooting menu) MISO sensitivity
When ISO sensitivity is increased, less light is needed when taking pictures.
Higher ISO sensitivity allows darker subjects to be captured. Additionally, even with
subjects of similar brightness, pictures can be taken at faster shutter speeds, and
blurring caused by camera shake and subject movement can be reduced.
•
Although higher ISO sensitivity is effective when shooting darker subjects,
shooting without the flash, shooting with the camera zoomed in, etc., images
may contain noise.
Auto (default setting)
Sensitivity is ISO 160 when there is sufficient lighting; the camera compensates by
raising sensitivity to a maximum of ISO 1600 when lighting is dim.
Fixed range auto
Choose the range in which the camera automatically adjusts ISO sensitivity, from ISO
160-400 (default setting) or ISO 160-800. The camera will not raise sensitivity
beyond the maximum value in the selected range. Set the maximum value for ISO
sensitivity for effective control over the amount of “grain” that appears in images.
160, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200
Sensitivity is locked at the specified value.
•
When Auto is selected, the E icon is not displayed at ISO 160, but is displayed
When Fixed range auto is selected, U and the maximum ISO sensitivity value
are displayed.
•
B Notes on ISO Sensitivity
•
•
In D (manual) mode, ISO sensitivity will be fixed at ISO 160 if Auto or Fixed range auto is selected.
This feature cannot be used simultaneously with certain features. See “Functions that Cannot be
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Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)
Exposure Bracketing
Set to A, B or C Md(Shooting menu) MExposure bracketing
The exposure (brightness) can be changed automatically during continuous
shooting. This is effective for shooting when it is difficult to adjust the picture
brightness.
0.3
Camera varies exposure by 0, –0.3, and +0.3 over next three shots. The three shots are
taken in sequence when the shutter-release button is pressed all the way.
0.7
Camera varies exposure by 0, –0.7, and +0.7 over next three shots. The three shots are
taken in sequence when the shutter-release button is pressed all the way.
1.0
Camera varies exposure by 0, –1.0, and +1.0 over next three shots. The three shots are
taken in sequence when the shutter-release button is pressed all the way.
Off (default setting)
Exposure bracketing is not performed.
When exposure bracketing is enabled, the current setting is displayed during
displayed.
B Notes on Exposure Bracketing
•
•
Exposure bracketing is not available in D (manual) mode.
simultaneously, the combined exposure compensation values are applied.
This feature cannot be used simultaneously with certain features. See “Functions that Cannot be
•
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Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)
AF Area Mode
Set to A, B, C or D Md(Shooting menu) MAF area mode
You can set how the camera selects the focus area for autofocus.
Face priority
a
The camera automatically detects and focuses on a
information).
If the camera detects multiple faces, the camera
focuses on the face closest to the camera.
When non-human subjects are photographed, or a
subject with which no face can be detected is framed,
AF area mode is set to Auto. The camera automatically
selects one or more of the nine focus areas containing
the subject closest to the camera.
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Focus area
Auto (default setting)
a
The camera automatically selects one or more of the
nine focus areas containing the subject closest to the
camera.
Press the shutter-release button halfway to activate
the focus area.
When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway,
the focus area selected by the camera is displayed on
the monitor (up to nine areas).
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Focus areas
Manual
x
Choose manually the focus position from 99 areas in
the screen. This option is suited to situations in which
the intended subject is relatively still and not
positioned at the center of the frame.
Rotate the rotary multi selector or press H, I, Jor K
to move the focus area to where the subject is, and
take a picture.
Focus area
Selectable areas
•
To adjust the following settings, press the kbutton
to temporarily cancel focus area selection, and then
adjust each setting.
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-
Flash mode, macro mode or self-timer settings
Brightness (exposure compensation), vividness or hue
To return to the focus-area selection screen, press the kbutton again.
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Center
y
The camera focuses on the subject at the center of the
frame.
The focus area is always displayed at the center of the
frame.
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s
Subject tracking
Subject tracking begins once you select a subject to be
focused on, and the focus area will move and follow
the subject. See “Focusing on Moving Subjects for
R
Face priority tracking
Once the camera detects a subject’s face, that subject
is automatically registered as the subject to be tracked,
and face priority tracking begins tracking that subject.
B Notes on AF Area Mode
•
•
•
When the digital zoom is in effect, the camera focuses on the subject in the center focus area
regardless of the applied AF area mode option.
the subject may not be in focus.
This feature cannot be used simultaneously with certain features. See “Functions that Cannot be
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Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)
Shooting with Face Priority
The camera automatically detects and focuses on a human face.
The face detection function operates in the following situations.
•
•
is selected in scene mode
•
1
Frame the picture.
•
•
When the camera detects a face, the focus area
containing the face is displayed with a double yellow
border.
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When the camera detects more than one face, depending upon the shooting mode,
the operation varies as follows.
Faces framed by a double
border
Number of faces to be
recognized
Shooting mode
A, B, C, D modes
(Face priority)
The face closest to the camera
* The other faces are framed by Up to 12
a single border.
Scene auto selector,
Portrait or Night portrait
scene mode
The face closest to the center
of the frame
* The other faces are framed by
a (Smile timer)
Up to 3
a single border.
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Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)
2
Press the shutter-release button halfway.
•
The camera focuses on the face framed by the double
border. The double border lights in green and the focus
is locked.
•
When the camera is unable to focus on a face, the
double border blinks. Press the shutter-release button
halfway again and focus.
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•
Press the shutter-release button all the way to shoot.
When using a (Smile timer), even if the shutter-release button is not pressed, the
shutter is released automatically if the camera detects that the face framed by the
B Notes on Face Priority
•
•
•
When Face priority is selected for AF area mode, the setting automatically switches to Auto if
no faces are detected when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.
If no faces are detected when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway in the Portrait or
Night portrait scene mode, the camera focuses on the subject in the center focus area.
The camera may not detect faces in the following situations:
-
-
When faces are partially hidden by sunglasses or other obstructions
When faces take up too much or too little of the frame
•
•
If the camera detects more than one face, the face that it focuses on depends on the shooting
conditions, such as whether or not the subject is facing the camera.
the subject may not be in focus despite the fact that the double border lights in green. If you
cannot focus, change the AF area mode setting to Manual or Center, or try shooting with focus
another subject at the same distance.
•
Pictures that were shot using face priority will be rotated automatically when displayed in full-
frame or thumbnail playback mode according to the orientation of the face (except for pictures
was set).
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Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)
Focusing on Moving Subjects for Shooting (Subject Tracking/
Face Priority Tracking)
Choose this mode to shoot moving subjects.
•
When Subject tracking is selected, it begins once you select a subject to be
focused on, and the focus area will move and follow the subject.
When Face priority tracking is selected, once the camera detects a person’s
face, it automatically registers that face as the subject, and the focus area moves
to track the face.
•
1
2
3
rotary multi selector to choose AF area mode,
and press the kbutton.
Shooting menu
Image mode
White balance
Metering
Continuous
ISO sensitivity
Exposure bracketing
AF area mode
Choose sSubject tracking or R Face
priority tracking, and press the kbutton.
AF area mode
Face priority
Auto
Manual
Center
Subject tracking
Face priority tracking
•
A white border is displayed at the center of the frame.
Select a subject.
Start
•
•
For Subject tracking, point the camera at the subject
you want to focus on, so that the subject is at the center
of the frame, and then press the kbutton.
-
-
The subject is registered.
When the camera is unable to focus on the subject,
the border lights in red. Change the composition and
try again.
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Subject tracking
For Face priority tracking, when the camera detects a
face in the frame, that face is automatically registered as
the subject.
-
When no faces are detected and the kbutton is
pressed, the subject at the center of the frame is
registered.
•
•
•
Once the subject is registered, it is framed by a yellow
focus area display, which moves to track the subject.
When you want to change subjects, press the kbutton
to cancel the currently selected subject.
If the camera loses sight of the subject, the focus area display disappears; register the
subject again.
Face priority tracking
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Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)
4
Press the shutter-release button to take the
picture.
•
If the camera focuses on the focus area when the
shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the focus area
display lights in green and the focus is locked.
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If the camera is unable to focus, the focus area display
will blink. Press the shutter-release button halfway again
to focus.
•
•
If the shutter-release button is pressed halfway while the focus area is not displayed,
the camera focuses at the center of the frame.
Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to take the picture.
B Notes on Subject Tracking
•
•
The digital zoom is not available.
Set the zoom position, flash mode, creative slider, or menu before registering a subject. If any of
these are changed after a subject is registered, the subject will be canceled.
During certain conditions, such as when the subject is moving quickly, when there is a large
amount of camera shake, or when there are multiple subjects that look alike, the camera may not
be able to register or track a subject, or the camera may track a different subject. Additionally, the
subject may not be tracked properly depending on factors such as the subject’s size and
brightness.
the subject may not be in focus despite the fact that the focus area lights in green. If you cannot
focus, change the AF area mode setting to Manual or Center, or try shooting with focus lock
subject at the same distance.
•
•
•
This feature cannot be used simultaneously with certain features. See “Functions that Cannot be
B Notes on Face Priority Tracking
•
Only one subject can be tracked. If the camera detects multiple faces at the same time, the face
closest to the center of the frame is tracked.
•
When the frame includes more than one face, the face detected by the camera and registered as
the subject to be tracked depends upon a variety of factors, including the direction in which the
faces are looking.
•
Depending on shooting conditions, such as whether or not the subject is facing the camera, the
face may not be detected properly. Additionally, the camera may be unable to detect faces in the
following situations:
-
-
When faces are partially hidden by sunglasses or otherwise obstructed
When faces take up too much or too little of the frame
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Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)
Autofocus Mode
Set to A, B, C or D Md(Shooting menu) MAutofocus mode
Choose how the camera focuses.
A
Single AF (default setting)
The camera focuses only when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.
B
Full-time AF
The camera focuses continuously until the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.
Use with moving subjects. A sound will be heard while the camera focuses.
•
when the camera starts tracking.
C Note on Autofocus Mode
This feature cannot be used simultaneously with certain features. See “Functions that Cannot be
D Autofocus Mode for Movie Recording
Flash Exp. Comp.
Set to A, B, C or D Md(Shooting menu) MFlash exp. comp.
Flash compensation is used to adjust the flash output by 2.0 EV in increments of
1/3 EV, changing the brightness of the main subject relative to the background.
-0.3 to -2.0
The flash output is reduced from –0.3 to –2.0 EV, in increments of 1/3 EV, to prevent
unnecessary highlights or reflections.
0.0 (default setting)
The flash output is not adjusted.
+0.3 to +2.0
The flash output is increased from +0.3 to +2.0 EV, in increments of 1/3 EV, to make
the main subject of the frame appear brighter.
When flash compensation is enabled, the current setting is displayed during
displayed.
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Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)
Functions that Cannot be Applied Simultaneously
Some settings in the flash mode, the macro mode, the self-timer/smile timer, the
creative slider and the shooting menu cannot be used with other functions.
Restricted function
Flash mode
Setting
Description
When Continuous, BSS, Multi-shot 16,
Continuous H: 120 fps or Continuous H: 60 fps is
selected for shooting, the flash is not available.
Continuous
The flash is not available.
Exposure
bracketing
When Subject tracking or Face priority tracking
is selected for shooting, the Self-timer/Smile timer are
not available.
Self-timer/Smile
timer
AF area mode
Macro mode
Image mode
AF area mode
When Subject tracking or Face priority tracking
is selected for shooting, macro mode is not available.
Continuous
•
•
When Multi-shot 16 is selected for shooting,
image mode is fixed at L(image size: 2560 × 1920
pixels).
When using Continuous H: 120 fps or
Continuous H: 60 fps, image mode is fixed at M
(image size: 1280 × 960 pixels).
When hue is adjusted using the creative slider, White
balance in the shooting menu cannot be set.
White balance
Hue (using the
creative slider)
Continuous and Exposure bracketing are not
available simultaneously.
Exposure bracketing is reset to Off when
Continuous is set to any mode other than Single.
The setting for Continuous is reset to Single when
Exposure bracketing is set to any mode other than
Off.
Continuous/
Exposure
bracketing
Continuous
bracketing
Continuous, BSS, Multi-shot 16, Continuous H:
120 fps, Continuous H: 60 fps or Exposure
bracketing and the Self-timer/Smile timer are not
available simultaneously.
Self-timer (
Smile timer
(
When shooting in Multi-shot 16, Continuous H:
120 fps or Continuous H: 60 fps, ISO sensitivity is
set automatically according to the brightness when
shooting mode A, B or C is used. The setting for ISO
sensitivity is fixed at 160 for shooting mode D.
ISO sensitivity
Continuous
Autofocus mode
AF area mode
When Face priority is selected for shooting,
Autofocus mode is fixed at Single AF.
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Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, D Modes)
Restricted function
Print date
Setting
Description
When Continuous H: 120 fps or Continuous H: 60
fps is selected for shooting, the date cannot be
imprinted.
Continuous
Blink warning does not take effect when using the
Smile timer, Continuous is set to a setting other than
Single, or exposure bracketing is set.
Blink warning
Digital zoom
Smile timer
(
36)/
Continuous
79)/Exposure
(A
bracketing (
Smile timer
The digital zoom cannot be used when shooting with
the Smile timer.
AF area mode
The digital zoom cannot be used when shooting with
Subject tracking or Face priority tracking.
Continuous
The digital zoom cannot be used when Multi-shot
16 is selected for shooting.
Shutter Speed
The control range of the shutter speed differs depending on the ISO sensitivity setting.
Additionally, the range is restricted as shown below during continuous shooting.
Setting
Auto*, Fixed range auto*,
Control range
1/2000 to 1 s
ISO 1600
ISO 160*, 200, 400
ISO 800
1/2000 to 4 s
1/2000 to 2 s
ISO 3200
1/2000 to 1/2 s
1/2000 to 1/30 s
1/4000 to 1/30 s
1/4000 to 1/125 s
1/4000 to 1/60 s
Continuous, BSS
Multi-shot 16
Continuous H: 120 fps
Continuous H: 60 fps
*
•
•
In D mode, the slowest shutter speed is eight seconds.
When the aperture value is set to f/1.8 (large aperture), the shutter speed can be set to up to 1/1600
second (except for Multi-shot 16, Continuous H: 120 fps and Continuous H: 60 fps).
In A or C mode, when the aperture value is set to f/8 and the zoom is at the maximum wide-angle
position or moved one increment to the telephoto position, the shutter speed can be set to up to
1/1600 second (except for Multi-shot 16, Continuous H: 120 fps and Continuous H: 60 fps).
B More Information
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More on Playback
Operations in Full-Frame Playback
In shooting mode, press the c(playback) button to
enter playback mode and play back the images that
be performed in full-frame playback mode.
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Function
Use
Description
A
Press H, I, Jor Kto choose a picture to
display.
Press and hold H, I, Jor Kto scroll
quickly through pictures.
Choose pictures
Pictures can also be chosen by rotating the
rotary multi selector.
Display images by 4, 9, 16 or 72 picture
thumbnails. Rotate the zoom control
toward f(h) in the 72-picture
thumbnail display to change to the
calendar display.
Thumbnail display/
Calendar display
f(h)
Enlarge the view of the picture currently
displayed on the monitor, up to about 10×.
Press the kbutton to return to the full-
frame playback mode.
Playback zoom
g(i)
The histogram and shooting information
are displayed. Press the kbutton to return
to full-frame playback.
Displaying the
shooting information
Display the short side of the current picture
filling the entire screen and scroll the
picture automatically.
Scroll pictures
recorded with easy
panorama
k
l
Play back the displayed movie.
Play back movies
Delete pictures
Display menu
Select the deletion method and delete the
picture(s).
Display the playback menu.
d
c
Press the cbutton or the shutter-release
button. You can also switch to shooting by
pressing the b(emovie-record) button.
Switch to shooting
mode
b(e)
C Changing the Orientation (Vertical and Horizontal Positioning) of Pictures
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Operations in Full-Frame Playback
Displaying the Histogram and Shooting Information
Press the kbutton in full-frame playback mode to display the histogram and
shooting information (except for movies and easy panorama pictures). Press the k
button again to return to full-frame playback mode.
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9
1
2
3
4
5
Folder name
File name
6
7
Exposure compensation value
ISO sensitivity
1
Shooting Mode A, B, C or D
Aperture value
Current frame number/
total number of frames
8
9
2
Histogram
Shutter speed
1
A is displayed when the shooting mode is A(auto), y(scene), j(Night
landscape) or o(Backlighting).
2
A histogram is a graph showing the distribution of tones in the image.
The horizontal axis corresponds to brightness, with dark tones to the left and bright tones
to the right. The vertical axis shows the number of pixels.
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Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback
Rotate the zoom control toward f(h) in full-frame
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thumbnail images in thumbnail playback mode.
The following operations can be performed in
thumbnail playback mode.
Description
To
Use
A
Rotate the rotary multi selector, or press H
or K.
, I,
Choose pictures
J
Rotate the zoom control toward the f(h)
direction to increase the number of
thumbnails from 4 ➝ 9 ➝16 ➝72 ➝ Calendar
display.
In calendar display, the pictures can be
selected according to date by moving the
Increase the number
of thumbnails
displayed/Calendar
display
f(h)
Rotate toward the g(i) direction to return to
thumbnail display.
-
Rotate the zoom control toward the g(i)
direction to decrease the number of
thumbnails from 72 ➝ 16 ➝ 9 ➝ 4.
Rotate toward g(i) again during 4
thumbnails display to return to full-frame
playback.
Decrease number of
picture thumbnails
displayed
g(i)
Return to full-frame
playback
30,
k
Press the kbutton.
Select the deletion method and delete the
picture(s).
Delete pictures
l
c
Press the cbutton or the shutter-release
button. You can also switch to shooting by
pressing the b(emovie-record) button.
Switch to the
shooting screen
b(e)
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Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback
C Icons on the Thumbnails
icons shown on the right appear.
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Print order icon
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Movies are displayed as film frames (In the 72-
picture thumbnail display, Dis displayed at the
top of the monitor when a movie is selected).
Film frames
Calendar Display
Rotate the zoom control toward f(h) during
playback mode when 72 thumbnails are displayed
Move the cursor and choose pictures by selecting a
date. Dates for which pictures exist are underlined in
yellow.
2011 05
1
8
2
9
3
4
5
6
7
10 11 12 13 14
15 16 17 18 19 20 21
22 23 24 25 26 27 28
29 30 31
3
The following operations can be performed in calendar display mode.
To
Use
Description
A
Rotate the rotary multi selector, or press H
, I,
Select date
J
or K.
Return to full-frame
playback
Change to full-frame playback for displaying
the first picture for that date.
30,
k
Return to picture list
display
g(i)
Rotate the zoom control toward g(i).
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B Notes on Calendar display
•
Pictures taken without the date set are treated as pictures taken on “January 1, 2011.”
• dand lbuttons are disabled while the Calendar is displayed.
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Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom
Rotate the zoom control toward g(i) in full-frame
picture, enlarging and displaying the center of the
picture.
•
The guide at lower right shows which portion is
enlarged.
3.0
The following operations can be performed while
pictures are zoomed in.
Description
To
Use
A
Rotate the zoom control toward g(i). The
zoom increases up to about 10×. Zoom also
increases by rotating the command dial to the
right.
Zoom in
-
g(i)
Rotate the zoom control toward f(h).
When the magnification ratio reaches 1×, the
display returns to full-frame playback mode.
Zoom also decreases by rotating the
command dial to the left.
Zoom out
-
f(h)
Press the rotary multi selector H, I, Jor Kto
move the display area to other areas of the
picture(s).
Move the display
area
Return to full-frame
playback
Press the kbutton.
k
l
Select the deletion method and delete the
picture(s).
Delete pictures
Crop picture
Press to save the visible portion only as a
separate file.
d
c
Press the cbutton or the shutter-release
button. You can also switch to shooting by
pressing the b(emovie-record) button.
Switch to the
shooting screen
b(e)
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Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom
Pictures Taken Using the Face Priority or Pet
Detection
When the zoom control is rotated toward g(i) during
full-frame playback mode for pictures taken in Face
enlarged at the center of the face that was detected
during shooting (excluding pictures that were shot
2.0
•
If more than one face was detected, the picture is enlarged with the face that was
focused on at the center of the monitor. Press the rotary multi selector or
to display other faces that were detected.
H
,
I
,
J
K
•
When the zoom control is further rotated toward g(i) or f(h), the zoom
ratio changes and becomes a normal playback zoom display.
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Playback Options: Playback Menu
The following options are available in playback menu.
k
I
e
p
Quick retouch
Easily create retouched images in which contrast and saturation have been enhanced.
D-Lighting
Enhance brightness and contrast in dark portions of pictures.
Skin softening
Make the subject’s skin appear smoother.
Filter effects
Apply a variety of effects using digital filter.
Print order
a
b
d
f
g
E
Select pictures to print and the number of copies for each.
Slide show
View pictures stored in the internal memory or on a memory card in an automatic slide show.
Protect
Protect selected pictures from accidental deletion.
Rotate image
Change the orientation of the picture taken.
Small picture
Create a small copy of the picture taken.
Voice memo
Add a voice memo to the picture taken.
Copy
h
Copy files between the memory card and internal memory.
Displaying the Playback Menu
Press the dbutton to display the playback menu.
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Quick retouch
D-Lighting
Skin softening
Filter effects
Print order
Slide show
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•
To exit the playback menu, press the dbutton.
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Playback Options: Playback Menu
a
Print Order: Setting the Pictures and Number of Copies to
Print
Press the cbutton (Playback mode) Md(Playback menu) Ma Print order
If you choose to use one of the following methods to print pictures that are
recorded on a memory card, the pictures to print and the number of copies can be
set in advance on the memory card.
•
slot.
•
•
Ordering the prints from a digital photo lab that has a DPOF service.
settings can also be applied to the pictures recorded on the internal memory.)
1
2
Rotate the rotary multi selector to choose
Select images and press the kbutton.
Print order
Select images
Delete print set
Choose the pictures (up to a maximum of 99)
and number of copies (up to nine per picture).
Print selection
1
1
3
•
Rotate the rotary multi selector or press Jor Kto
choose the pictures, and press Hor Ito set the
number of copies for each.
•
Pictures selected for printing can be recognized by the
check mark icon and the numeral indicating the
number of copies to be printed. A check mark is not
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displayed with pictures for which no copies have been specified and these pictures are
not printed.
Rotate the zoom control toward g(i) to switch to full-frame playback, or f(h) to
switch to 12 thumbnails display.
•
•
Press the kbutton when setting is complete.
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Playback Options: Playback Menu
3
Choose whether or not to also print shooting
date and photo information.
Print order
Done
•
Choose Date and press the kbutton to print the
shooting date on all pictures in the print order.
Choose Info and press the kbutton to print shooting
information (shutter speed and aperture value) on all
pictures in the print order.
•
Date
Info
•
Choose Done and press the kbutton to complete the
print order.
Pictures selected for printing are recognized by the w
icon displayed in playback mode.
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B Notes on Printing Shooting Date and Photo Information
When the Date and Info options are enabled in the print order menu, shooting date and photo
printing of shooting date and photo information is used.
•
Photo information cannot be printed when the camera is connected directly to a printer, via the
•
•
Date and Info are reset each time the Print order menu is displayed.
The date printed is that saved when the picture was captured.
Changing the camera‘s date using the Time zone and date
setting in the setup menu after a picture has been captured has no
effect on the date printed on the picture.
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delete the print orders for all pictures.
D Print date
The shooting date and time can be printed in pictures at the time of shooting by using Print date
printing of the date and time. Only the date and time of Print date on the pictures are printed, even
if Print order is enabled with the date selected in the print order screen.
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Playback Options: Playback Menu
b Slide Show
Press the cbutton (Playback mode) Md(Playback menu) Mb Slide show
View pictures stored in the internal memory or on a memory card in an automatic
slide show.
1
Use the rotary multi selector to choose Start
and press the kbutton.
Slide show
Pause
•
To change the interval between pictures, choose
Frame intvl, select the desired interval time, and press
the kbutton before choosing Start.
To repeat the slide show automatically, enable Loop
and press the kbutton before choosing Start. The
check mark (w) is added to the loop option when enabled.
Start
Frame intvl
Loop
3s
•
2
3
The slide show begins.
•
Press the rotary multi selector Kto display the next
picture, or Jto display the previous picture. Press and
hold the button to fast forward or rewind.
•
To exit partway or pause, press the kbutton.
Choose End or Restart.
•
When exiting or pausing the slide show, the screen
shown on the right is displayed. Choose End and press
the kbutton to return to the playback menu. Choose
Restart to play the slide show again.
Pause
Restart
End
Frame intvl
B Notes on Slide Shows
•
•
•
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Playback Options: Playback Menu
d Protect
Press the cbutton (Playback mode) Md(Playback menu) Md Protect
Protect selected pictures from accidental deletion.
In the picture selection screen, choose a picture and set or cancel protection. See
Note, however, that formatting the camera’s internal memory or the memory card
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Playback Options: Playback Menu
Selecting Pictures
The picture selection screen, as shown on the right, is
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displayed in the following menus.
Only one picture can be selected for some menu items,
while for other menu items, multiple pictures can be
selected.
ON/OFF
Back
Functions for which only one picture can be Functions for which multiple pictures can
selected be selected
•
Playback menu: Playback menu:
•
Setup menu:
•
Select an image in Welcome screen
Erase selected images in Deleting
•
Follow the procedure described below to select pictures.
1
Rotate the rotary multi selector, or press Jor
Kto choose the desired picture.
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•
Rotate the zoom control toward g(i) to switch to full-
frame playback, or f(h) to switch to 12 thumbnails
display.
•
For functions for which only one picture is selected,
proceed to step 3.
ON/OFF
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2
3
Press Hor Ito select or deselect (or to
specify the number of copies).
Protect
•
When a picture is selected, a check mark (y) is
displayed with the picture. Repeat steps 1 and 2 to
select additional pictures.
ON/OFF
Back
Press the kbutton to apply the picture selection.
•
With selections such as Selected images, the confirmation dialog is displayed. Follow
the instructions on the screen.
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f Rotate Image
Press the cbutton (Playback mode) Md(Playback menu) Mf Rotate image
Change the orientation of pictures played back in the camera’s monitor after
shooting. Still pictures can be rotated 90° clockwise or counterclockwise.
Pictures that were recorded in the “tall” orientation can be rotated up to 180° in
either direction.
screen. Rotate the rotary multi selector, or press Jor Kto rotate the picture 90°.
Rotate image
Rotate image
Rotate image
Back
Rotate
Back
Rotate
Back
Rotate
Rotate 90°
counterclockwise
Rotate 90°
clockwise
Press the kbutton to set the orientation displayed and save the orientation data
with the picture.
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Playback Options: Playback Menu
EVoice Memo
Press the cbutton (Playback mode) Md(Playback menu) MEVoice memo
Use the camera’s microphone to record voice memos for pictures.
Recording Voice Memos
1
Choose the desired picture from full-frame
and press the dbutton.
•
The playback menu is displayed.
2
Use the rotary multi selector to choose E
Voice memo and press the kbutton.
Playback menu
Rotate image
Small picture
Voice memo
Copy
•
The screen for recording voice memos is displayed.
3
Press and hold the kbutton to record a voice
memo.
•
Recording ends after about 20 seconds or when the k
button is released.
•
Do not touch the microphone during recording.
Back
2 0 s
•
•
During recording, o and p blink on the monitor.
When recording ends, the voice memo playback screen
is displayed. Follow the procedure in step 3 of “Playing
•
Press the rotary multi selector Jbefore or after
recording a voice memo to return to the playback
menu. Press the dbutton to exit the playback menu.
17s
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Playback Options: Playback Menu
Playing Voice Memos
Pictures for which voice memos have been recorded are indicated by p in full-
frame playback mode.
1
Choose a picture with a voice
memo in full-frame playback
the dbutton.
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•
The playback menu is displayed.
2
3
Use the rotary multi selector to choose E
Voice memo and press the kbutton.
Playback menu
Rotate image
Small picture
Voice memo
Copy
•
The voice memo playback screen is displayed.
Press the kbutton to play the voice memo.
•
•
Press the kbutton again to stop playback.
Rotate the zoom control toward gor fduring
playback to adjust playback volume.
•
Press the rotary multi selector Jbefore or after playing
a voice memo to return to the playback menu. Press the
dbutton to exit the playback menu.
Back
6 s
Deleting Voice Memos
Select a picture with a voice memo and press the l
button. Rotate the rotary multi selector or press Hor I
to choose Current image, and press the kbutton
the rotary multi selector Hor Ito choose w and press
the kbutton. Only the voice memo will be deleted.
Erase 1 image?
Yes
No
B Notes on Voice Memos
•
•
•
•
When a picture with a voice memo attached is deleted, both the picture and its voice memo are
deleted.
Voice memos cannot be recorded for a picture that already has a voice memo attached on it. The
current voice memo must be deleted before a new voice memo can be recorded.
The COOLPIX P300 is not able to record a voice memo for a picture captured with another make or
model of digital camera.
Voice memos cannot be attached to pictures recorded with easy panorama.
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h
Copy: Copying Between the Internal Memory and Memory Card
Press the cbutton (Playback mode) Md(Playback menu) Mh Copy
Copy pictures between the internal memory and a memory card.
1
Use the rotary multi selector to choose a
destination option to which images are copied
and press the kbutton.
Copy
• q: Copy pictures from the internal memory to
the memory card.
• r: Copy pictures from the memory card to the
internal memory.
2
Choose a copy option and press the kbutton.
Camera to card
Selected images
All images
•
Selected images: In the picture selection screen
copying.
•
All images: Copy all pictures.
B Notes on Copying Pictures
•
•
•
•
JPEG-, MOV- and WAV-format files can be copied. Files recorded in any other format cannot be
copied.
with the pictures.
Operation is not guaranteed with pictures recorded with another make or model of camera or that
have been modified on a computer.
C Message: “Memory contains no images.”
If there are no pictures stored on the memory card when playback mode is selected, the message,
Memory contains no images., is displayed. Press the dbutton to display the copy option screen,
and copy the pictures stored in the camera’s internal memory to the memory card.
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Editing Pictures
Picture Editing Functions
Pictures can be easily edited with this camera using the functions below. Edited
Editing function
Application
Easily create a copy with enhanced contrast and richer colors.
Create a copy of the current picture with enhanced brightness
and contrast, brightening dark portions of the picture.
Apply a variety of effects using digital filter. The available effects
are Cross screen, Fisheye, Miniature effect and Painting.
Create a small copy of pictures suitable for uses such as e-mail
attachments.
Crop a portion of the image. Use to zoom in on a subject or
arrange a composition.
B Notes on Picture Editing
•
•
•
•
Pictures recorded with easy panorama cannot be edited.
The COOLPIX P300’s editing functions are not available for pictures shot with digital cameras other
than the COOLPIX P300.
•
•
If a copy created using the COOLPIX P300 is viewed on a different digital camera, it may not be
possible to display the picture properly or transfer it to a computer.
Editing functions are not available when there is not enough free space in the internal memory or
on the memory card.
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Picture Editing Functions
C Restrictions on Picture Editing
The following restrictions apply when editing pictures that were created by editing.
Editing function used
Editing function to add
Quick retouch
D-Lighting
Skin softening, Filter effects, Small picture or crop can be used.
Quick retouch and D-Lighting cannot be used together.
Skin softening
Filter effects
Quick retouch, D-Lighting, Small picture or crop can be used.
No additional editing functions can be used.
Small picture
Crop
•
•
Copies created by editing cannot be edited again using the same edit function.
To use an editing function together with small picture or crop, use the other edit function first, and
use small picture or crop as the last edit function performed on that picture.
Pictures that were taken using skin softening can be edited using skin softening.
•
D Original Pictures and Edited Copies
•
Copies created with editing functions are not deleted if the original pictures are deleted. The
original pictures are not deleted if copies created with editing functions are deleted.
Edited copies are stored with the same shooting date and time as the original.
editing, these settings are not reflected on the edited copies.
•
•
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k Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and Saturation
Easily create retouched pictures in which contrast and saturation have been
enhanced. Retouched copies are stored as separate files.
1
2
Choose the desired picture from full-frame
and press the dbutton.
•
The playback menu is displayed.
Use the rotary multi selector to choose
k Quick retouch and press the kbutton.
Playback menu
Quick retouch
D-Lighting
Skin softening
Filter effects
Print order
Slide show
Protect
•
The original version is displayed on the left and the
edited version is displayed on the right.
3
Press Hor Ito choose the setting level, and
press the kbutton.
Quick retouch
•
•
A retouched copy is created.
To cancel, press the dbutton.
Normal
Amount
•
Quick retouched copies can be recognized by the s
icon displayed in playback mode.
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Editing Pictures
I D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and Contrast
Create copies with enhanced brightness and contrast, brightening dark portions of
a picture. Enhanced copies are stored as separate files.
1
2
Choose the desired picture from full-frame
and press the dbutton.
•
The playback menu is displayed.
Use the rotary multi selector to choose I D-
Lighting and press the kbutton.
Playback menu
Quick retouch
D-Lighting
Skin softening
Filter effects
Print order
Slide show
Protect
•
The original version is displayed on the left and the
edited version is displayed on the right.
3
Choose OK and press the kbutton.
D-Lighting
•
•
A new, edited copy is created.
To cancel, choose Cancel and press the kbutton.
OK
Cancel
•
D-Lighting copies can be recognized by the c icon
displayed in playback mode.
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Editing Pictures
e Skin Softening: Making Skin Appear Smoother
Skin softening can be applied to faces that are detected in pictures already taken,
to make skin appear smoother. Pictures edited with this function are stored as
separate files.
1
Choose the desired picture from full-frame
and press the dbutton.
•
The playback menu is displayed.
2
Use the rotary multi selector to choose e Skin
Playback menu
Quick retouch
softening and press the kbutton.
D-Lighting
Skin softening
Filter effects
Print order
Slide show
Protect
•
•
The screen that allows you to set the amount of skin
softening is displayed.
If no faces are detected in the image, a warning is
displayed and the screen returns to the playback menu.
3
Press Hor Ito choose the setting level, and
press the kbutton.
Skin softening
•
A confirmation screen is displayed, and the image is
displayed zoomed in on the face edited by skin
softening.
Normal
•
To cancel, press the dbutton.
Amount
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4
Confirm the results.
Preview
•
Skin tones in up to 12 faces, in the order of that closest
to the center of the frame, are softened.
•
When multiple faces are edited using skin softening,
use the rotary multi selector Jand Kto switch the face
that is displayed.
Back
Save
•
To adjust the extent of skin softening, press the d
button and return to step 3.
•
•
To create a copy edited with skin softening, press the kbutton.
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B Note on Skin Softening
Depending on conditions such as the direction the subject is facing or the brightness of the face, the
face may not be detected properly, or the desired effect may not be achieved.
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Editing Pictures
p Filter Effects: Digital Filter
Apply a variety of effects using digital filter. The following effect options are
available.
The image created with the filter effect is saved separately from the original picture
file.
Option
Description
Produce star-like rays of light that radiate outward from bright
objects such as sunlight reflections and city lights. Suitable for
night scenes.
Cross screen
Creates images that look like they were shot with a fisheye
lens. Suitable for pictures shot in macro mode.
Fisheye
Creates images that look like close-up photos of a diorama.
Suitable for pictures shot while looking down from a high
location, with the main subject near the center of the frame.
Miniature effect
Painting
Creates images with the ambience of paintings.
1
Choose the desired picture from full-frame
and press the dbutton.
•
The playback menu is displayed.
2
Use the rotary multi selector to choose
p Filter effects and press the kbutton.
Playback menu
Quick retouch
D-Lighting
Skin softening
Filter effects
Print order
Slide show
Protect
3
Choose the filter effect type and press the k
button.
Filter effects
Cross screen
Fisheye
Miniature effect
Painting
•
A confirmation screen is displayed.
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4
Check the effect, choose Save and press the
kbutton.
Preview
•
•
A new, edited copy is created.
To cancel, select Cancel and press the kbutton.
Save
Cancel
•
Copies created by editing with filter effect can be
recognized by the c icon displayed in playback mode.
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Editing Pictures
g Small Picture: Decreasing Image Size
Create a small copy of the picture taken. Suitable for displaying on web pages or
sending as e-mail attachments. The available size is l 640×480, m 320×240 or
n 160×120. Small copies are stored as separate files with a compression ratio of
1:16.
1
Choose the desired picture from full-frame
and press the dbutton.
•
The playback menu is displayed.
2
Use the rotary multi selector to choose
g Small picture and press the kbutton.
Playback menu
Rotate image
Small picture
Voice memo
Copy
3
4
Choose the desired copy size and press the k
button.
Small picture
640×480
320×240
160×120
Choose Yes and press the kbutton.
•
•
•
A new, smaller copy is created.
To cancel, choose No and press the kbutton.
The copy is displayed with a black frame.
Create small picture file?
Yes
No
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Editing Pictures
a Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy
Create a copy containing only the portion visible on the monitor when
u
is displayed
with playback zoom (
96) enabled. Cropped copies are stored as separate files.
1
Rotate the zoom control toward ) in full-
g
(i
picture.
•
To crop a picture displayed in “tall” orientation, zoom in
on the picture until the black bars displayed on the both
sides of the monitor disappear. The cropped picture is
displayed in landscape orientation. To crop the picture in
its current “tall” orientation, first, use the Rotate image
in landscape orientation. Next, enlarge the picture for cropping, crop the picture, and
then rotate the cropped picture back to “tall” orientation.
2
Refine copy composition.
•
Rotate the zoom control toward g(i) or f(h) to
adjust the zoom ratio.
•
Press the rotary multi selector H, I, Jor Kto scroll
the picture so that only the portion to be copied is
visible on the monitor.
4.0
3
4
Press the dbutton.
Use the rotary multi selector to choose Yes and
press the kbutton.
Save this image as
displayed?
•
A cropped copy is created.
•
To cancel, choose No and press the kbutton.
Yes
No
C Image Size
As the area to be saved is reduced, the image size (pixels) of the cropped copy is also reduced. When
the image size setting for a cropped copy is 320×240 or 160×120, a black frame appears around the
picture during playback, and the B or C small picture icon appears on the left side of the monitor.
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Movie Recording and Playback
Recording Movies
High-definition movies with sound can be recorded.
•
The maximum movie length for a single movie is 4 GB or 29 minutes, even when
1
Turn on the camera and display the shooting
screen.
Movie options
•
•
The movie options show the type of movie that will be
recorded. The default setting is d HD 1080pP
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F5.6
2
Press the b (e movie-record)
button to start movie
recording.
•
•
The LCD monitor turns off for a
moment, and then the movie recording starts.
Focusing for movie recording
7m23s
•
•
•
When recording movies in HD or Full HD, monitor display
changes to an aspect ratio of 16:9 with movie recording
(the area indicated on the right is recorded).
When Movie frame+auto info is selected for Photo info of Monitor settings
recording movies.
When the rotary multi selector K is pressed during movie recording, the exposure is
locked. To unlock, press K again.
•
•
The approximate remaining movie length is displayed during recording.
Recording stops automatically when the maximum movie length has been recorded.
3
Press the b (e movie-record) button to end recording.
B Note on Saving Movies
After a movie has been recorded, it is not fully saved to the internal memory or memory card until
monitor display returns to the shooting display. Do not open the battery-chamber/memory card
slot cover before movies have been fully saved. Removing the memory card or the battery while a
movie is being saved may result in loss of the movie data or damage to the camera or to the memory
card.
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Recording Movies
B Notes on Movie Recording
•
When recording a movie onto a memory card, a memory card with an SD speed class of Class 6 or
end unexpectedly.
•
•
When recording movies, the angle of view (i.e., the area visible in the frame) is narrower than that
of still pictures.
Using a digital zoom causes image quality to deteriorate. If you start recording the movie without
using digital zoom, and you rotate the zoom control toward g, the zoom stops at the maximum
optical zoom ratio. Release the zoom control and rotate it again toward g to trigger digital zoom.
When recording ends, digital zoom turns off.
•
•
The sound of using the zoom control, zoom, autofocus, vibration reduction or aperture control
when the brightness changes may be recorded.
The following phenomena may be seen on the monitor while recording movies. These
phenomena are saved in the recorded movies.
- Banding may occur in images under fluorescent, mercury-vapor, or sodium-vapor lighting.
- Subjects that move quickly from one side of the frame to the other, such as a moving train or car,
may appear skewed.
- The entire movie image may be skewed when the camera is panned.
- Lighting or other bright areas may leave residual images when the camera is moved.
B Movie Recording of a Subject for Which Autofocus Does Not Perform as
Expected
setting).
3. Position the focus area on a different subject at the same distance. Press the b (e movie-record)
button to start the movie recording, and change the composition.
B Note on the Camera Temperature
The camera may become warm when recording movies for an extended period of time or when the
camera is used in a hot area. This is not a malfunction.
C Functions Available in Movie Recording
•
The creative slider, exposure compensation or white balance settings are also applied to the movie
to the movie that is recorded. In macro mode, a movie can be recorded closer to the subject. Check
the settings before starting to record the movie.
•
pressed, the camera starts movie recording after ten or two seconds.
Flash does not fire.
Press the d button before starting to record the movie to display the D (movie) tab and select
•
•
•
Settings cannot be changed during movie recording. Before movie recording, check the settings.
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Recording Movies in Slow Motion and Fast Motion (HS
Movie)
HS (high speed) movies can be recorded. Movies recorded using HS movie can be
played back in slow motion at 1/4 or 1/2 of normal playback speed, or played back
in fast motion at a speed two times faster than normal speed.
1
2
3
rotary multi selector to choose Movie
options, and then press the kbutton.
Movie
Movie options
Autofocus mode
Change to h HS 120 fps (640×480),
i HS 60 fps (1280×720) or j HS 15
fps (1920×1080), and then press the k
button.
Movie options
HD 1080p (1920×1080)
HD 1080p (1920×1080)
HD 720p (1280×720)
VGA (640×480)
HS 120 fps (640×480)
HS 60 fps (1280×720)
HS 15 fps (1920×1080)
•
Press the dbutton after changing the settings and
return to the shooting screen.
Press the b(emovie-record) button to start
recording.
HS movie options
•
•
•
The LCD monitor turns off for a moment, and then the
HS movie recording starts.
The camera focuses at the center of the frame. Focus
areas are not displayed during recording.
When recording movies with i HS 60 fps
(1280×720) or jHS 15 fps (1920×1080), monitor
display changes to an aspect ratio of 16:9.
1m12s
•
•
The approximate remaining movie length is displayed during recording.
Recording stops automatically when the maximum movie length has been recorded.
4
Press the b(emovie-record) button to end recording.
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B Notes on HS Movie
•
•
The sound is not recorded.
Zoom position, focus, exposure and white balance are locked when the b(emovie-record)
button is pressed to start recording.
D HS Movie
Recorded movies are played back at about 30 frames per second.
(1280×720), movies that can be played back in slow motion can be recorded. When set to j HS
15 fps (1920×1080), movies that can be played back in fast motion at a speed two times faster than
normal speed can be recorded.
When recorded at h HS 120 fps (640×480):
A movie of up to seven minutes and 15 seconds in length is recorded when recording for the purpose
of high-speed capture. Movies recorded at high speed can be played back in slow motion at a speed
four times slower than normal speed.
Recording
Playback
7 min 15 s
29 min
Slow motion playback
(no sound)
When recorded at j HS 15 fps (1920×1080):
A movie of up to 29 minutes in length is recorded when recording for the purpose of high-speed
playback. Playback is two times faster.
Recording
Playback
29 min
14 min 30 s
Fast motion playback
(no sound)
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Using the Movie Menu
The options below can be set in the movie menu.
Movie options
Select the desired movie option to record.
Autofocus mode
Choose how the camera focuses when recording movies.
Displaying the Movie Menu
Press the dbutton in the shooting mode to display the menu, use the rotary
Movie
Movie options
Autofocus mode
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•
•
Use the rotary multi selector to select items and set functions on the menu
Press the dbutton to exit the movie menu.
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Movie Options
You can choose the type of movie to shoot.
which can be played back in slow motion or fast motion.
The higher the resolution and bitrate, the higher the picture quality; but the file size
also becomes larger.
Normal Speed Movies
Option
Description
Movies with an aspect ratio of 16:9 are recorded in full high-
definition. This option is suited to playback on a wide screen
TV that is compatible with full high-definition.
d HD 1080pP
(1920×1080)
(default setting)
•
•
•
Image size: 1920 × 1080 pixels
Movie bitrate: 18.8 Mbps
Frame rate: 30 frames per second
Movies with an aspect ratio of 16:9 are recorded in full high-
definition. This option is suited to playback on a wide screen
TV that is compatible with full high-definition.
e HD 1080p (1920×1080)
•
•
•
Image size: 1920 × 1080 pixels
Movie bitrate: 12.6 Mbps
Frame rate: 30 frames per second
Movies with an aspect ratio of 16:9 are recorded in high-
definition. This option is suited to playback on a wide screen
TV.
f HD 720p (1280×720)
•
•
•
Image size: 1280 × 720 pixels
Movie bitrate: 8.4 Mbps
Frame rate: 30 frames per second
Movies with an aspect ratio of 4:3 are recorded.
•
•
•
Image size: 640 × 480 pixels
Movie bitrate: 2.9 Mbps
Frame rate: 30 frames per second
g VGA (640×480)
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HS Movies
more information.
Option
Description
1/4-speed slow motion movies with an aspect ratio of 4:3
are recorded.
•
•
•
•
•
Max. movie length: 7 min 15 s (playback time: 29 min)
Image size: 640 × 480 pixels
Movie bitrate: 2.8 Mbps
h HS 120 fps (640×480)
Frame rate: 120 frames per second
the Soft effect is not applied to the movies. Only hue
adjustment in Nostalgic sepia is applied.
1/2-speed slow motion movies with an aspect ratio of 16:9
are recorded.
•
•
•
•
Max. movie length: 14 min 30 s (playback time: 29 min)
Image size: 1280 × 720 pixels
Movie bitrate: 8.3 Mbps
i HS 60 fps (1280×720)
Frame rate: 60 frames per second
2× speed fast motion movies with an aspect ratio of 16:9 are
recorded.
•
•
•
•
Max. movie length: 29 min (playback time: 14 min 30 s)
Image size: 1920 × 1080 pixels
Movie bitrate: 18.6 Mbps
j HS 15 fps (1920×1080)
Frame rate: 15 frames per second
•
The movie bitrate is the volume of movie data recorded per second. As a variable
bitrate (VBR) system has been adopted, the movie recording rate varies automatically
according to the subject so that more data is recorded per second for movies
containing frequently moving subjects, thus increasing movie file size.
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C Maximum Movie Length
3
Option
Internal memory (90 MB)
Memory card (4 GB)
d
HD 1080p
P
(1920×1080)
1
37 s
25 min
(default setting)
e HD 1080p (1920×1080)
f HD 720p (1280×720)
g VGA (640×480)
57 s
1 min 25 s
4 min 2 s
1 min 5 s
40 min
1 h
3 h
h HS 120 fps (640×480)
i HS 60 fps (1280×720)
j HS 15 fps (1920×1080)
45 min
30 min
50 min
2
42 s
1 min 17 s
All figures are approximate. The maximum movie length varies with the make of the memory card
and the bitrate of the recorded movie.
1
2
3
The maximum movie length for a single movie is 25 seconds.
The maximum movie length for a single movie is 30 seconds.
The maximum movie length for a single movie is 4 GB or 29 minutes, even when there is sufficient
free space on the memory card. The maximum movie length for a single movie is displayed during
recording.
D More Information
Autofocus Mode
Choose how the camera focuses during movie recording.
•
Focus areas are not displayed during recording.
Option
Description
Focus is locked when the b (e movie-record) button is pressed to
start recording. The camera focuses on the same focus area as when
A Single AF
(default setting) shooting still pictures. Select this option when the distance between
the camera and the subject remains fairly consistent.
The camera focuses continuously when recording normal speed movies.
The camera focuses at the center of the frame.
Suitable for shooting when the distance between the camera and subject
changes. The operation sound when the camera focuses may be
recorded. Setting to Single AF is recommended if the sound is noticeable.
B Full-time AF
•
(autofocus does not perform while recording).
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Movie Playback
movie, press the kbutton.
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Use the zoom control gor fduring playback to adjust
the volume.
Pausing
Rotate the rotary multi selector to advance or rewind
the movie.
Playback controls appear at the top of the monitor. Press
the rotary multi selector Jor Kto choose a playback
control, then press the kbutton to perform the
selected operation. The following operations are
available.
7m42s
During
Volume
playback indicator
To
Rewind
Use
Description
A
Rewind the movie while the kbutton is pressed down.
Advance
Pause
End
B
E
G
Advance the movie while the kbutton is pressed down.
The following operations can be performed with the playback
controls at the top of the monitor while playback is paused.
Rewind the movie by one frame. Hold down the k
button to rewind continuously.*
C
Advance the movie by one frame. Hold down the k
button to advance continuously.*
D
F
Resume playback.
Return to full-frame playback mode.
*
The movie can also be advanced or rewound by one frame by rotating the rotary multi selector.
Deleting Unnecessary Movies
Erase 1 image?
Press the lbutton when a movie is selected in full-frame
to display the confirmation dialog for deletion.
information.
Yes
No
B Note on Movie Playback
Movies shot with cameras other than COOLPIX P300 cannot be played back.
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Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers
Connecting to a TV
Connect the camera to a television to play back pictures on the television.
If your television is equipped with an HDMI connector, you can connect it to the
camera with a commercially available HDMI cable to enjoy recorded movies in the
high-definition quality.
1
Turn off the camera.
2
Connect the camera to the TV.
When connecting using the supplied audio/video cable
•
Connect the yellow plug to the video-in jack on the TV, and the red and white plugs to
the audio-in jacks.
Yellow White
Red
L
R
When connecting using a commercially available HDMI cable
Connect the plug to the HDMI jack on the TV.
•
To the HDMI jack
HDMI mini
connector (Type C)
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3
4
Tune the television to the video channel.
•
See the documentation provided with your television for details.
Hold down the cbutton to turn on the
camera.
•
The camera enters playback mode, and the recorded
pictures are displayed on the television.
•
While the camera is connected to the TV, the camera
monitor remains off.
B Notes on Connecting an HDMI Cable
•
An HDMI cable is not supplied. Use a commercially available HDMI cable to connect the camera to
a TV. The output terminal on this camera is a HDMI Mini Connector (Type C). When purchasing an
HDMI cable, be sure that the device end of the cable is a HDMI Mini Connector.
To enjoy playback in high-definition quality when the camera is connected to a television that has
(1280×720) or higher.
•
B Notes on Connecting the Audio/Video Cable
•
When connecting the cable, be sure that the connector is oriented correctly. Do not force the
connector into the camera. When disconnecting the cable, do not pull the connector at an angle.
Do not connect cables to the camera’s HDMI mini connector and USB/audio video connector
simultaneously.
•
B When Nothing Appears on the TV
C Using the TV’s Remote Control (HDMI Device Control)
The remote control of a TV that conforms to the HDMI-CEC standard can be used to operate the
camera during playback.
Instead of the rotary multi selector or zoom control, the remote control can be used for picture
selection, playback/pause of movies or easy panorama pictures, and switching between full-frame
playback and 4-picture thumbnail display.
•
connect the camera to the TV with an HDMI cable.
•
•
Point the remote control at the TV to operate.
See your TV’s manual or other related documentation to check whether your TV supports the
HDMI-CEC standard.
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Connecting to a Computer
Use the supplied USB cable to connect the camera to a computer and copy
(transfer) images to the computer.
Before Connecting the Camera
Install the Software
Use the supplied ViewNX 2 CD and install the following software on the computer.
For more information on installing the software, refer to the Quick Start Guide.
•
ViewNX 2: Use the image transfer feature “Nikon Transfer 2” to save images that
were captured with the camera on the computer. Saved images can be viewed
and printed. Image and movie editing features are also supported.
Panorama Maker 5: This software can join a series of images to create a single
panorama image.
•
Compatible Operating Systems
Windows
Windows 7 Home Basic/Home Premium/Professional/Enterprise/Ultimate,
Windows Vista Home Basic/Home Premium/Business/Enterprise/Ultimate (Service
Pack 2), or Windows XP Home Edition/Professional (Service Pack 3)
Macintosh
Mac OS X (version 10.4.11, 10.5.8, 10.6.5)
For information on the requirements for playing back high-definition movies, refer
Refer to the Nikon website for the latest information on operating system
compatibility.
B Note on Computer Connection
Disconnect other USB devices such as commercial USB chargers from the computer. Simultaneous
connection of the camera and other USB devices to the computer could result in operation
malfunction or excessive supply of power to the camera, causing damage to the camera or memory
card. Refer to the documentation supplied with other USB devices for more information.
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B Notes on Power Source
• When connecting the camera to a computer, use a battery with a sufficient amount of charge
remaining to prevent the camera from turning off unexpectedly.
• When the camera is connected to a computer via the supplied USB cable with Auto (default
setting) selected for the Charge by computer option in the setup menu, the battery inserted into
from an electrical outlet. Do not use any other make or model of AC adapter as they may cause the
camera to overheat or malfunction.
Transferring Images from a Camera to a Computer
1
2
3
Start the computer to which ViewNX 2 was installed.
Be sure that the camera is off.
Connect the camera to the computer using the supplied USB cable.
Be sure that connectors are properly oriented. Do not attempt to insert connectors at an
angle, and do not use force when connecting or disconnecting the USB cable.
The camera is automatically turned on and the power-on
lamp will light. The camera monitor will remain off.
B Connecting the USB Cable
The connection may not be recognized if the camera is connected to the computer via a USB hub.
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4
Start the ViewNX 2 image transfer feature “Nikon Transfer 2” installed
on the computer.
•
Windows 7
When the Devices and Printers KP300 screen is displayed, click Change
program under Import pictures and videos. Select Import File using Nikon
Transfer 2 in the Change program dialog and click OK.
Double-click Import File on the Devices and Printers KP300 screen.
•
•
Windows Vista
When the AutoPlay dialog is displayed, click Import File using Nikon Transfer 2.
Windows XP
When the action selection dialog is displayed, select Nikon Transfer 2 Import File,
and click OK.
•
Mac OS X
Nikon Transfer 2 will start automatically when the camera is connected to the
computer if Yes was selected in the Auto-Launch setting dialog when ViewNX 2
was first installed.
•
•
If charge for the battery inserted into the camera is low, the computer may not
recognize the camera. If the camera is not recognized, images will not be transferred.
When battery charging starts automatically using power supplied by the computer,
wait until battery charge has reached a sufficient level to begin transfer.
•
If there are a large number of images on the memory card, it may take some time for
Nikon Transfer 2 to start.
5
Confirm that the source device is displayed in the transfer options
Source panel and click Start Transfer.
Source device
Start Transfer
button
Any images that have not been transferred to the computer will be transferred (default
setting of ViewNX 2).
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When transfer is complete, the ViewNX 2 screen is displayed (ViewNX 2 default setting)
and transferred images are displayed.
For more information on using ViewNX 2, refer to the ViewNX 2 help information
Disconnecting the Camera
Do not turn off the camera or disconnect the camera from the computer during
transfer.
When transfer is complete, turn off the camera and disconnect the USB cable.
The camera turns off automatically if there is no communication with the
computer for 30 minutes while the camera is connected via the USB cable.
B Charging the Battery
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C Transferring Images Using a Computer’s Card Slot or a Commercially-
available Card Reader
When the memory card is inserted into a computer’s card slot or into a commercially-available card
reader, the images can be transferred using “Nikon Transfer 2”, the image transfer feature of ViewNX 2.
• Make sure that the memory card being used is supported by the card reader or other card reading
device.
• To transfer images, insert the memory card into the card reader or card slot and follow the
• To transfer images saved in the camera’s internal memory, the images must first be copied to a
D Starting ViewNX 2 Manually
Windows
Choose Start menu > All Programs > ViewNX 2 > ViewNX 2.
Double-clicking the ViewNX 2 shortcut icon on the desktop will also start ViewNX 2.
Mac OS X
Open the Applications folder, open the Nikon Software > ViewNX 2 folders in that order, and
then double-click the ViewNX 2 icon. Clicking the ViewNX 2 icon on the Dock will also start
ViewNX 2.
D Starting Nikon Transfer 2 Manually
To start Nikon Transfer 2, first start ViewNX 2, and then click the Transfer icon at the top of the
screen or select Launch Transfer from the File menu.
D For More Information on Using ViewNX 2 and Nikon Transfer 2
For more information on ViewNX 2 or Nikon Transfer 2, start ViewNX 2 or Nikon Transfer 2 and select
ViewNX 2 Help from the Help menu.
D Panorama Creation with Panorama Maker 5
create a single panorama photo with Panorama Maker 5.
• Panorama Maker 5 can be installed on a computer using the supplied ViewNX 2 CD.
• After installation is complete, follow the procedure described below to start Panorama Maker 5.
Windows
Choose Start menu>All Programs>ArcSoft Panorama Maker 5>Panorama Maker 5.
Mac OS X
Open Applications and double-click the Panorama Maker 5 icon.
• For more information on using Panorama Maker 5, refer to the on-screen instructions and help
information contained in Panorama Maker 5.
D Image File Names and Folder Names
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Charging While Connecting to a Computer
set to Auto (default setting), if the camera is connected to a computer using the
USB cable, the battery inserted into the camera can be automatically charged
depending on the ability of the computer to supply power.
to a computer.
Charge Lamp
The following chart explains charge lamp status when the camera is connected to
a computer.
Charge lamp
Description
Blinks slowly
(green)
Battery charging.
Battery not charging. If the charge lamp changes from slow blinking
(green) to off while the power-on lamp is lit, charging is complete.
Off
•
The ambient temperature is not suited to charging. Charge the battery
indoors with an ambient temperature of 5 °C to 35 °C (41 °F to 95 °F).
A USB cable is not correctly connected or the battery is faulty.
Reconnect the USB cable correctly or replace the battery.
Computer is in sleep mode and does not supply power. Reboot the computer.
The battery cannot be charged as computer’s specifications or
settings does not support power supply to the camera.
•
Flickers (green)
•
•
B Notes on Charging with Connection to a Computer
•
The battery cannot be charged, nor can data be transferred, when the camera is connected to a
computer before the camera’s display language and date and time have been set ( 20). If the camera’s
charged or images can be transferred with connection to a computer. In this case, use the Charging AC
• If the camera is turned off, charging will also stop.
• If a computer enters sleep mode while charging, charging will stop and the camera may be turned off.
• When disconnecting the camera from a computer, turn the camera off and then disconnect the
USB cable.
• It may take longer to charge the battery with connection to a computer than with charging using
the Charging AC Adapter EH-69P. Charging time increases when images are transferred while the
battery is charging.
• When the camera is connected to a computer, an application installed on the computer, such as
Nikon Transfer 2, may start. If the camera was connected to the computer for the sole purpose of
charging the battery, exit the application.
• The camera turns off automatically if there is no communication with the computer for 30 minutes
after the battery has finished charging.
• Depending upon computer specifications, settings, and power supply and allocation, it may be
impossible to charge the battery inserted into the camera via computer connection.
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Connecting to a Printer
to the printer and print pictures without using a computer. Follow the procedures
below to print pictures.
Take pictures
Choose the pictures for printing
using the print order option
Print pictures one at a time
When printing is complete, turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable
B Notes on Power Source
•
When connecting the camera to a printer, use a fully charged battery to prevent the camera from
turning off unexpectedly.
•
from an electrical outlet. Do not use any other make or model of AC adapters as they may cause
the camera to heat up or malfunction.
D Printing Pictures
In addition to printing pictures transferred to a computer and printing pictures with a direct camera-
to-printer connection, the following options are also available for printing pictures recorded on the
memory card:
•
•
Insert a memory card into a DPOF-compatible printer’s card slot.
Take a memory card to a digital photo lab.
For printing using these methods, you can specify the pictures and the number of prints each using
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Connecting to a Printer
Connecting the Camera and Printer
1
Turn off the camera.
2
3
Turn on the printer.
•
Check the printer settings.
Connect the camera to the printer using the supplied USB cable.
•
Be sure that connectors are properly oriented. Do not attempt to insert connectors at
an angle, and do not use force when connecting or disconnecting the USB cable.
4
The camera is automatically turned on.
•
When connected correctly, the PictBridge startup
screen (1) is displayed in the camera monitor. Then the
Print selection screen (2) is displayed.
1
2
Print selection
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B If the PictBridge Startup Screen Is Not Displayed
the camera’s setup menu to Off and reconnect the cable.
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Connecting to a Printer
Printing Pictures One at a Time
following the procedure below.
1
2
3
4
5
Use the rotary multi selector to choose the
picture to be printed and press the kbutton.
Print selection
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Rotate the zoom control to f(h) to display 12
thumbnails, or to g(i) to switch back to full-frame
playback.
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Choose Copies and press the kbutton.
PictBridge
001 prints
Start print
Copies
Paper size
Choose the number of copies (up to nine) and
press the kbutton.
Copies
4
Choose Paper size and press the kbutton.
PictBridge
004 prints
Start print
Copies
Paper size
Choose the desired paper size and press the
kbutton.
Paper size
Default
3.5×5 in.
5×7 in.
100×150 mm
4×6 in.
•
To specify the paper size using the printer settings,
choose Default in the paper size menu.
8×10 in.
Letter
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Connecting to a Printer
6
Choose Start print and press the kbutton.
PictBridge
004 prints
Start print
Copies
Paper size
7
Printing starts.
•
The monitor display returns to that shown in step 1
when printing is complete.
Printing
002 / 004
•
To cancel before all copies have been printed, press the
kbutton.
Cancel
Current print/total
number of prints
Printing Multiple Pictures
following the procedure below.
1
When the Print selection screen is displayed,
press the dbutton.
•
The Print menu is displayed.
2
Use the rotary multi selector to choose Paper
Print menu
size and press the kbutton.
Print selection
Print all images
DPOF printing
Paper size
•
To exit the print menu, press the dbutton.
3
Choose the desired paper size and press the
kbutton.
Paper size
Default
3.5×5 in.
5×7 in.
100×150 mm
4×6 in.
•
To specify the paper size using the printer settings,
choose Default in the paper size menu.
8×10 in.
Letter
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4
Choose Print selection, Print all images or
DPOF printing and press the kbutton.
Print menu
Print selection
Print all images
DPOF printing
Paper size
Print selection
Choose the pictures (up to a maximum of 99) and
number of copies (up to nine per picture).
Print selection
10
•
Rotate the rotary multi selector, or press Jor K
to choose the pictures, and press Hor Ito set
the number of copies for each.
1
1
2
3
•
Pictures selected for printing can be
recognized by the check mark icon and the
numeral indicating the number of copies to be
printed. A check mark is not displayed with
Back
pictures for which no copies have been specified and these pictures are not
printed.
Rotate the zoom control to g(i) to switch to full-frame playback, or f(h)
to switch to 12 thumbnails display.
•
•
•
Press the kbutton when setting is complete.
When the menu shown on the right is
displayed, choose Start print and press the k
button to start printing.
Print selection
010 prints
•
Choose Cancel and press the kbutton to
return to the print menu.
Start print
Cancel
Print all images
All pictures stored in the internal memory or on
the memory card are printed one per each.
Print all images
018 prints
•
When the menu shown on the right is
displayed, choose Start print and press the k
button to start printing.
•
Choose Cancel and press the kbutton to
return to the print menu.
Start print
Cancel
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DPOF printing
Pictures for which a print order was created in the
DPOF printing
010 prints
•
When the menu shown on the right is
displayed, choose Start print and press the k
button to start printing.
Start print
View images
Cancel
•
•
Choose Cancel and press the kbutton to
return to the print menu.
To view the current print order, choose View
images and press the kbutton. To print
pictures, press the kbutton again.
View images
10
Back
5
Printing starts.
•
The monitor display returns to that shown in step 2
when printing is complete.
Printing
002 / 010
•
To cancel before all copies have been printed, press the
kbutton.
Cancel
Current print/total
number of prints
C Paper Size
The camera supports the following paper sizes: Default (the default paper size for the current
printer), 3.5×5 in., 5×7 in., 100×150 mm, 4×6 in., 8×10 in., Letter, A3, and A4. Only sizes
supported by the current printer are displayed.
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Basic Camera Setup
Setup Menu
The setup menu contains the following options.
Welcome screen
Choose whether or not to display the Welcome screen on the monitor when the camera is
turned on.
Time zone and date
Set camera clock and choose home and destination time zones.
Monitor settings
Adjust photo information display and monitor brightness settings.
Print date
Imprint date and time of recording on pictures.
Vibration reduction
Set the vibration reduction for taking still pictures and movies.
Motion detection
Enable motion detection to reduce the effects of camera shake and subject movement
when shooting still pictures.
AF assist
Enable or disable AF-assist illuminator.
Digital zoom
Enable or disable the digital zoom.
Sound settings
Adjust sound settings.
Auto off
Set the time before the camera enters standby mode to save power.
Format memory/Format card
Format the internal memory or memory card.
Language
Choose the language used for the camera monitor display.
TV settings
Adjust the settings for connecting to a TV.
Charge by computer
Choose whether or not to charge the camera battery when connecting to a computer via
the USB cable.
Blink warning
Choose whether or not to detect blinking eyes when shooting pictures using face
priority.
Reset all
Restore camera settings to default values.
Firmware version
Display the camera firmware version.
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Setup Menu
Displaying the Setup Menu
Choose the z(Setup) tab in the menu screen.
1
2
3
4
Press the dbutton to display the
menu screen.
Shooting menu
Image mode
White balance
Metering
Continuous
ISO sensitivity
Exposure bracketing
AF area mode
Press Jon the rotary multi selector.
Shooting menu
Image mode
White balance
Metering
•
•
The tabs can now be selected.
Continuous
ISO sensitivity
Exposure bracketing
AF area mode
Press Hor Ito select the ztab.
Set up
Welcome screen
Time zone and date
Monitor settings
Print date
Vibration reduction
Motion detection
AF assist
Press Kor the kbutton.
Set up
Welcome screen
Time zone and date
Monitor settings
Print date
Vibration reduction
Motion detection
AF assist
•
•
The setup menu items can now be selected.
Use the rotary multi selector to select items and set
•
To exit the setup menu, press the dbutton or press J
and switch to another tab.
C Navigating the Camera Menu
Rotate the command dial while the first level of the setup menu is displayed to change the setting for
the selected item.
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Setup Menu
Welcome Screen
Choose whether or not to display the Welcome screen on the monitor when the
camera is turned on.
None (default setting)
Displays the shooting or playback screen without displaying the Welcome screen.
COOLPIX
Displays the Welcome screen before displaying the shooting or playback screen.
Select an image
Select a picture that you have shot to display as the Welcome screen. Display the
register it.
•
Because the selected picture is stored in the camera, the picture appears in the
Welcome screen even if the original picture is deleted.
•
•
•
Pictures recorded with easy panorama cannot be selected.
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Setup Menu
Time Zone and Date
Set the camera’s internal clock.
Date and time
Set the camera clock to the current date and time.
Use the rotary multi selector to set the date and time in the date screen.
•
Choose an item: Rotate the rotary multi selector, or
press Kor J(selected in the following order: D
(day) ➝ M (month) ➝ Y (year) ➝ hour ➝ minute).
Set the contents: Press Hor I. Date and time can
Finish setting: Choose minute and press the k
button or K.
Date and time
Y
2011
D
M
15
05
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•
15
10
Edit
Date format
Choose the order in which the day, month, and year are displayed (Year/Month/
Day, Month/Day/Year or Day/Month/Year).
Time zone
w Home time zone can be specified and daylight saving can be enabled or disabled.
home time zone is automatically calculated and the local date and time are recorded.
Useful when traveling.
Setting the Travel Destination Time Zone
1
Use the rotary multi selector to choose Time
zone and press the kbutton.
Time zone and date
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The Time zone screen is displayed.
London, Casablanca
Date and time
Date format
Time zone
2
Choose x Travel destination and press the
kbutton.
Time zone
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The date and time displayed on the monitor change
according to the region currently selected.
London, Casablanca
Home time zone
Travel destination
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Setup Menu
3
4
Press K.
Time zone
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The time zone selection screen is displayed.
London, Casablanca
Home time zone
Travel destination
Press Jor Kto choose the travel destination
(Time zone).
Time difference
10:30
EDT:
-5:00
•
The time difference between home and the travel
destination is displayed.
New York
Toronto
Lima
•
When using the camera in an area where daylight
saving time is in effect, turn on the daylight saving
setting with H. When set to on, the W icon is displayed
and the clock advances by one hour. To turn off, press
I.
Back
Time zone
•
•
Press the kbutton to register the travel destination
time zone.
While the travel destination time zone is selected, the
Z icon is displayed on the monitor when the camera is
in shooting mode.
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Toronto, Lima
Home time zone
Travel destination
B The Clock Battery
The camera’s internal clock uses a different battery from the camera’s battery. The clock battery
charges when the main battery is installed or the AC adapter is connected, and provides several days
of clock battery power after about ten hours of charging.
C w Home time zone
•
•
To switch to the home time zone, choose w Home time zone in step 2 and press the kbutton.
To change the home time zone, choose w Home time zone in step 2 and perform the same
procedure as for x Travel destination to set the home time zone.
C Daylight Saving Time
When daylight saving time starts or ends, turn on or off the daylight saving time option from the time
zone selection screen displayed in step 4.
D Imprinting the Date on Pictures while Shooting
date is set, the shooting date and time can be imprinted on the pictures.
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D Time Zones
The camera supports the time zones listed below.
For time differences not listed below, set the camera clock using Date and time.
UTC +/-
-11
Location
Midway, Samoa
UTC +/-
+1
Location
Madrid, Paris, Berlin
Athens, Helsinki, Ankara
-10
Hawaii, Tahiti
+2
Moscow, Nairobi, Riyadh,
Kuwait, Manama
-9
Alaska, Anchorage
+3
PST (PDT): Los Angeles,
Seattle, Vancouver
-8
-7
-6
+4
+5
Abu Dhabi, Dubai
Islamabad, Karachi
New Delhi
MST (MDT): Denver, Phoenix
CST (CDT): Chicago,
Houston, Mexico City
+5.5
EST (EDT): New York,
Toronto, Lima
-5
-4.5
-4
+6
+7
+8
Colombo, Dhaka
Bangkok, Jakarta
Caracas
Beijing, Hong Kong,
Singapore
Manaus
-3
-2
-1
0
Buenos Aires, Sao Paulo
Fernando de Noronha
Azores
+9
Tokyo, Seoul
+10
+11
+12
Sydney, Guam
New Caledonia
Auckland, Fiji
London, Casablanca
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Setup Menu
Photo info
Select whether or not the photo information is displayed on the monitor.
Shooting mode
Playback mode
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F5.6
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Auto info
(default
setting)
The same information as in Show info is displayed. If no operations are
performed after a few seconds, the display will be the same as Hide info. The
information is displayed again when an operation is performed.
Hide info
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Framing
grid+auto
info
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4
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In addition to information shown with The same information as in Auto info
Auto info above, a framing grid is
displayed to help frame pictures. It is
not displayed while recording movies.
is displayed.
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Movie
frame+auto
info
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4
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In addition to information shown with The same information as in Auto info
Auto info above, the movie frame is is displayed.
displayed before recording movies.
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Setup Menu
Print Date
The shooting date and time can be imprinted on
pictures at the time of shooting. This information can be
printed even from printers that do not support printing
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Date
The date is imprinted on pictures.
Date and time
S
The date and time are imprinted on pictures.
Off (default setting)
k
The date and time are not imprinted on pictures.
When Off is selected, an icon for the current setting is not displayed.
B Notes on Print Date
•
Imprinted dates cannot be deleted from the image, nor can dates be imprinted after the picture
has been taken.
•
Dates cannot be imprinted in the following situations.
-
-
-
When Panorama is selected for scene mode
During movie recording
•
•
the image mode to N1024×768 or higher.
The date is recorded using the format selected in the setup menu’s Time zone and date option
C Print date and Print order
When printing from DPOF-compatible printers that support the printing of shooting date and photo
information, the date and information can be printed without imprinting this information on them
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Setup Menu
Vibration Reduction
Set the vibration reduction function for taking still pictures and movies. Use to
correct blur, which is caused by the slight hand movements known as camera
shake that commonly occur when shooting at the telephoto zoom position or at
slow shutter speeds.
When the camera is stabilized for shooting with a tripod, set vibration reduction to
Off.
g
On (default setting)
Compensates for camera shake. The camera automatically detects the panning
direction and only corrects for vibration caused by camera shake.
When the camera is panned horizontally, for example, vibration reduction only
reduces vertical shake. If the camera is panned vertically, vibration reduction only
compensates for horizontal shake.
k
Off
Vibration reduction is disabled.
When vibration reduction is enabled, the current setting is displayed during
displayed.
B Notes on Vibration Reduction
•
•
•
After the power is turned on or the camera enters shooting mode from playback mode, wait until
the display stabilizes before shooting.
Due to the characteristics of the vibration reduction function, images displayed on the monitor
immediately after shooting may appear blurry.
Vibration reduction may be unable to completely eliminate the effects of camera shake in some
situations.
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Setup Menu
Motion Detection
Enable motion detection to reduce the effects of subject movement and camera
shake when shooting still pictures.
U
Auto (default setting)
When the camera detects the movement of the subject or camera shake, the ISO
sensitivity is raised and the shutter speed is increased to reduce their effects.
However, motion detection does not function in the following situations.
•
When the fill flash fires
•
In the following scene modes: j(Night landscape), o(Backlighting),
Landscape, Sports, Night portrait, Fireworks show, Pet portrait and Easy
panorama in Panorama
•
When shooting mode is A, B, C or D
Off
k
Motion detection is not applied.
When motion detection is enabled, the current setting is displayed during shooting
The motion detection icon lights in green when the camera detects any vibration
and increases the shutter speed. When Off is selected, an icon for the current
setting is not displayed.
B Notes on Motion Detection
•
Motion detection may be unable to completely reduce effects of camera shake and subject
movement in some situations.
•
•
Motion detection may not function if the subject exhibits significant movement or is too dark.
The pictures taken may become grainy.
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Setup Menu
AF Assist
Enable or disable the AF-assist illuminator that assists the autofocus when the
lighting is dim.
Auto (default setting)
AF-assist illuminator turns on automatically when the subject is dimly lit. The
illuminator has a range of about 4.0 m (13 ft.) at the maximum wide-angle position
and about 1.5 m (4 ft. 11 in.) at the maximum telephoto position. However, for some
focus areas and scene modes, AF-assist illuminator does not turn on even if Auto is
set.
Off
Disable the function. The camera may be unable to focus if lighting is dim.
Digital Zoom
Enable or disable the digital zoom.
On (default setting)
When the camera is zoomed in to the maximum optical zoom position, rotating and
Off
The digital zoom is not activated.
B Notes on Digital Zoom
•
•
When digital zoom is in effect, the camera focuses at the center of the frame.
Digital zoom cannot be used in the following situations.
-
-
When Scene auto selector, Portrait, Night portrait, Easy panorama in Panorama or Pet
-
-
•
When the digital zoom is in effect, Metering is set to Center-weighted.
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Setup Menu
Sound Settings
Adjust the following sound settings.
Button sound
Turn the beep and start-up sounds On (default setting) or Off. The beep sounds
once when the settings are completed successfully, twice when the camera
focuses on the subject, and three times when an error is detected.
Shutter sound
Choose whether to set the shutter sound to On (default setting) or Off.
B Notes on Sound Settings
•
In Pet portrait scene mode, even when On is set, the button sound and shutter sound are
disabled.
•
Even when On is set, the shutter sound is disabled during continuous shooting or movie recording.
Auto Off
If no operations are performed for a certain period while the camera is on, the
This option sets the amount of time allowed to elapse before the camera enters
standby mode.
Choose from 30 s, 1 min (default setting), 5 min and 30 min.
C When the Monitor Is Turned Off to Save Power
•
•
•
The power-on lamp blinks in standby mode.
The camera turns off when the standby mode continues for about three minutes.
When the power-on lamp blinks, turn on the monitor again with one of the following operations.
-
Press the power switch, shutter-release button, the cbutton or the b(emovie-record)
button.
-
Rotate the mode dial.
B Auto Off Setting
In the following situations, the time taken for the camera to enter standby mode is fixed.
•
•
•
When menus are displayed: three minutes (when auto off is set to 30 s or 1 min)
During slideshow playback: maximum of 30 minutes
When the AC adapter EH-62F is connected: 30 minutes
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Setup Menu
Format Memory/Format Card
Format the internal memory or a memory card.
Formatting permanently deletes all data in the internal memory or
memory card. The deleted data cannot be recovered. Be sure to transfer
important pictures to a computer before formatting.
Formatting Internal Memory
To format the internal memory, remove the memory
card from the camera. The Format memory option is
Format memory
All images will
be deleted! OK?
displayed in the setup menu.
Format
No
Formatting Memory Card
Format card
When the memory card is inserted in the camera, the
All images will
be deleted! OK?
Format card option is displayed in the setup menu.
Format
No
B Formatting Internal Memory and Memory card
•
Do not turn off the camera or open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover during
formatting.
•
The first time you insert a memory card that has been used in another device into this camera, be
sure to format it with this camera.
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Setup Menu
Language
Choose one of 26 languages for displaying the camera menus and messages.
Czech
Hungarian
Dutch
Turkish
Ukrainian
Arabic
Danish
German
Norwegian
(default
setting)
Simplified
Chinese
Polish
Traditional
Chinese
Spanish
Portuguese
Greek
Russian
Japanese
Korean
Thai
French
Indonesian
Italian
Romanian
Finnish
Swedish
TV Settings
Adjust the settings for connecting to a TV.
Video mode
Choose from NTSC and PAL.
HDMI
Choose a picture resolution for HDMI output from Auto (default setting), 480p,
720p, or 1080i. When Auto is set, the output resolution that is best suited to the
connected high-definition TV is selected automatically from 480p, 720p or 1080i.
HDMI device control
Choose whether or not the camera receives signals from a TV when a TV that
conforms to the HDMI-CEC standard is connected with an HDMI cable. When set to
On (default setting), the television remote control can be used to operate the camera
during playback.
information.
D HDMI and HDMI-CEC
“HDMI” is an abbreviation of High-Definition Multimedia Interface, which is one type of multimedia
interface. “HDMI-CEC” is an abbreviation of HDMI-Consumer Electronics Control, which enables
operations to be linked between compatible devices.
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Setup Menu
Charge by Computer
Choose whether or not the battery inserted into the camera is charged when the
Auto (default setting)
When the camera is connected to a computer that is running, the battery inserted
into the camera is automatically charged using power supplied by the computer.
Off
The battery inserted into the camera is not charged when the camera is connected
to a computer.
B Notes on Connecting the Camera to a Printer
•
The battery cannot be charged with connection to a printer, even if the printer complies with the
PictBridge standard.
•
When Auto is selected for Charge by computer, it may be impossible to print images with direct
connection of the camera to some printers. If the PictBridge startup screen is not displayed on the
monitor after the camera is connected to a printer and turned on, turn the camera off and
disconnect the USB cable. Set Charge by computer to Off and reconnect the camera to the
printer.
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Setup Menu
Blink Warning
in the following shooting modes.
•
•
area mode)
On
When the camera detects that a human subject may have closed the eyes
immediately after recognizing the face and shooting the subject, the Did
someone blink? screen appears on the monitor.
The face of the human subject that may have closed his/her eyes is framed by a
yellow border. You can check the picture taken and determine if you need to take
the picture again.
Off (default setting)
Blink warning does not take effect.
B Note on Blink Warning
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Setup Menu
Operating the Did someone blink? Screen
The following operations can be performed when the
Did someone blink?
Did someone blink? screen is displayed.
If no operations are performed for a few seconds, the
screen automatically returns to the shooting screen.
Exit
Description
To
Use
Zoom in to the face
for which blinking
was detected
Rotate the zoom control toward g(i).
g(i)
Return to full-frame
playback
Rotate the zoom control toward f(h).
f(h)
When the camera detects one or more human
subjects with closed eyes, press Jor Kduring
playback zoom to display other faces.
Select the face to be
displayed
Delete the picture
taken
Press the lbutton.
l
k
Return to shooting
screen
Press the kbutton or the shutter-release button.
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Setup Menu
Reset All
When Reset is selected, the camera settings are restored to the default values.
Pop-up Menu
Option
Default value
Auto
OFF
OFF
Off
0.0
Shooting in the Scene Mode
Option
Default value
Scene auto selector
Single shot
Tripod
Center
Normal (180°) of Easy panorama
Soft
Night Landscape Menu
Option
Default value
Hand-held
Backlighting Menu
Option
Default value
Off
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Setup Menu
Shooting Menu
Option
Default value
I4000×3000
Auto
Matrix
Single
Auto
Off
Auto
Single AF
0.0
Movie Menu
Option
Default value
HD 1080pP(1920×1080)
Single AF
Setup Menu
Option
Default value
None
Auto info
3
Off
On
Auto
Auto
On
On
On
1 min
Auto
On
Auto
Off
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Setup Menu
Others
Option
Default value
Default
3 s
•
•
After resetting, numbering continues from the lowest number available in the
internal memory or the memory card. To reset file numbering to “0001”, delete all
selecting Reset all.
The following settings remain unaffected even if Reset all is performed.
Firmware Version
Displays the current camera firmware version.
COOLPIX P300 Ver.X.X
Back
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Caring for the Camera
Caring for the Camera
To ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the following
precautions when using or storing the device.
B Keep dry
The device will be damaged if immersed in water or subjected to high humidity.
B Do not drop
The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shock or vibration.
B Handle the lens and all moving parts with care
Do not apply force to the lens, lens cover, monitor, memory card slot or battery chamber. These parts
are easily damaged. Applying force to the lens cover could result in camera malfunction or damage
to the lens. Should the monitor break, care should be taken to avoid injury caused by broken glass
and to prevent the liquid crystal from the display touching the skin or entering the eyes or mouth.
B Do not point the lens at strong light sources for extended periods
Avoid pointing the lens at the sun or other strong light sources for extended periods when using or
storing the camera. Intense light may cause deterioration of the image sensor, producing a white blur
effect in photographs.
B Keep away from strong magnetic fields
Do not use or store this device in the vicinity of equipment that generates strong electromagnetic
radiation or magnetic fields. Strong static charges or the magnetic fields produced by equipment
such as radio transmitters could interfere with the monitor, damage data stored on the memory card,
or affect the product’s internal circuitry.
B Avoid sudden changes in temperature
Sudden changes in temperature, such as when entering or leaving a heated building on a cold day,
can cause condensation to form inside the device. To prevent condensation, place the device in a
carrying case or a plastic bag before exposing it to sudden changes in temperature.
B Turn the product off before removing or disconnecting the power source
Do not remove the battery while the product is on, or while images are being recorded or deleted.
Forcibly cutting power in these circumstances could result in loss of data or in damage to product
memory or internal circuitry.
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Caring for the Camera
C The Battery
•
Check the battery level when taking the camera out, and charge the battery if necessary. Do not
continue charging once the battery is fully charged, as this will result in reduced battery
performance. If possible, carry a fully-charged spare battery when taking pictures on important
occasions.
•
Do not use the battery at ambient temperatures below 0 °C (32 °F) or above 40 °C (104 °F). Failure
to observe this precaution could damage the battery or impair its performance.
•
•
Charge the battery in an indoor environment that is between 5 and 35 °C (41 to 95 °F).
When charging the battery by connecting the COOLPIX P300 to the Charging AC Adapter EH-69P
or to a computer, the chargeable capacity may decrease when the battery temperature is between
45 to 60 °C (113 to 140 °F). The battery will not charge if its temperature is below 0 °C (32 °F) or
above 60 °C (140 °F).
•
If an exhausted battery is used at a low temperature, the camera may not turn on. Be sure that the
battery is fully charged and spare batteries are prepared before heading outside to take pictures in
cold weather. Keep spare batteries in a warm place and exchange as necessary. Once warmed, a
cold battery that could not be used temporarily due to lowered performance may recover some of
its charge.
•
•
Should the battery terminals become dirty, the camera may not turn on due to poor contact. Wipe
the terminals off with a clean, dry cloth before use.
Recharge it at least once every six months and run it flat before returning it to storage. Attach the
included terminal cover to the battery and store it in a cool location with an ambient temperature
of 15 to 25 °C (59 to 77 °F). Do not store the battery in hot or extremely cold locations.
•
•
While the battery is in storage, charge it at least once every six months and then use the camera to
run it flat again before storing it in a cool location.
Always remove the battery from the camera or battery charger when it is not being used. Left
installed, minute amounts of current flow even when unused, and the battery may become
excessively drained and no longer function.
•
•
A marked drop in the time a fully-charged battery retains its charge, when used at room
temperature, indicates that the battery needs to be replaced. Purchase a new battery.
Replace the battery when it no longer holds a charge. Used batteries are a valuable resource. Please
recycle used batteries in accordance with local regulations.
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Caring for the Camera
Cleaning
Avoid touching glass parts with your fingers. Remove dust or lint with a
blower (typically a small device with a rubber bulb attached to one end that
is pumped to produce a stream of air out the other end). To remove
fingerprints or other stains that cannot be removed with a blower, wipe the
lens with a soft cloth, using a spiral motion that starts at the center of the
lens and working toward the edges. If this fails, clean the lens using a cloth
lightly dampened with commercial lens cleaner.
Lens
Remove dust or lint with a blower. To remove fingerprints and other stains,
clean the monitor with a soft, dry cloth, being careful not to apply pressure.
Monitor
Body
Use a blower to remove dust, dirt or sand, then wipe gently with a soft, dry
cloth. After using the camera at the beach or seaside, wipe off any sand or
salt with a dry cloth lightly dampened with fresh water, then dry
thoroughly. Note that foreign matter inside the camera could cause
damage not covered by the warranty.
Do not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals.
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Caring for the Camera
Storage
Turn the camera off when not in use. Check that the power-on lamp is off before
putting the camera away. Remove the battery if the camera will not be used for an
extended period. Do not store the camera with naphtha or camphor moth balls, or
in any of the following locations:
•
Next to equipment that produces strong electromagnetic fields, such as
televisions or radios
•
•
Exposed to temperatures below -10 °C (14 °F) or above 50 °C (122 °F)
Poorly ventilated or subject to humidities of over 60%
To prevent mold or mildew, take the camera out of storage at least once a month.
Turn the camera on and release the shutter a few times before putting the camera
away again.
C Notes on the Monitor
•
The monitor may contain a few pixels that are always lit or that do not light. This is a characteristic
common to all TFT LCD displays, and does not indicate a malfunction. Images recorded using the
product will not be affected.
•
•
Images on the monitor may be difficult to see under bright lighting.
The monitor is lit by an LED backlight. Should the monitor begin to dim or flicker, contact your
Nikon-authorized service representative.
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Technical Notes and Index
Optional Accessories
Rechargeable
battery
1
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12
Charging AC
adapter
1, 2
Charging AC Adapter EH-69P
2
Battery charger
AC adapter
USB cable
Battery Charger MH-65
AC Adapter EH-62F (connect as shown)
1
2
3
Be sure that the power connector cord has been properly aligned in
power connector and battery chamber grooves before closing the
battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.
If part of the cord runs out of the grooves, the cover or cord may be
damaged when the cover is closed.
1
USB Cable UC-E6
1
Audio/video cable Audio Video Cable EG-CP16
1 Supplied with the camera at the time of purchase (➝ page 3 of the Quick Start
Guide).
2 When using in other countries, use a commercially available plug adapter as
necessary. For more information about plug adapters, consult your travel agency.
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Optional Accessories
Approved Memory Cards
The following Secure Digital (SD) memory cards have been tested and approved for
use in this camera.
•
When recording a movie onto a memory card, a memory card with an SD speed
class of Class 6 or higher is recommended. If the transfer speed of the card is slow,
the movie recording may end unexpectedly.
2
3
SD memory cards
SDHC memory cards
SDXC memory cards
1
SanDisk
2 GB
4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB 64 GB
4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB 64 GB
4 GB, 8 GB, 12 GB,
1
TOSHIBA
2 GB
1
Panasonic
Lexar
2 GB
48 GB, 64 GB
16 GB, 24 GB, 32 GB
1
2 GB
4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB
-
1
2
Before using a card reader or similar device, check that the device supports 2 GB cards.
SDHC-compliant. Before using a card reader or similar device, check that the
device supports SDHC.
3
SDXC-compliant. Before using a card reader or similar device, check that the
device supports SDXC.
•
Contact the manufacturer for details on the above cards.
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File and Folder Names
Pictures, movies and voice memos are assigned file names as follows.
DSCN0001.JPG
Identifier (not shown on camera monitor)
Original still pictures (voice
memo attachment
included), movies
Extension (signifies the file type)
Still pictures
Movies
.JPG
DSCN
.MOV
.WAV
Voice memos
Small copies (voice memo
attachment included)
SSCN
RSCN
Cropped copies (voice
memo attachment included)
File number (assigned automatically in
ascending order, starting with “0001”)
Pictures created with picture
editing other than cropping
and small picture (voice
FSCN
memo attachment included)
•
A folder for storing files is automatically created using the following naming
convention: “Folder number + NIKON” (e.g., “100NIKON”). If there are 200 files in
a folder, a new folder is created. (For example, the folder name following
“100NIKON” becomes “101NIKON.”) A new folder is also created when the file
numbers in a folder reach 9999. The next file number is set automatically to
“0001.”
•
•
Voice memo file names have the same identifier and file number as the picture
to which the voice memo is attached.
following naming convention: “Folder number + P_XXX” (e.g., “101P_001”).
Pictures are saved in sequence in file numbers starting from 0001.
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File and Folder Names
•
•
When image files or voice files are copied between the internal memory and a
-
Files copied using Selected images are copied to the current folder (or to the
folder used for subsequent pictures), where they are assigned file numbers in
ascending order following the largest file number in memory.
Files copied using All images, along with their folder, are copied together.
Folder numbers are assigned in ascending order, following the largest folder
number on the destination medium.
-
File names are not changed.
If the current folder is numbered 999 and contains 200 files, or a file is numbered
9999, no further pictures can be captured until the internal memory or memory
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Error Messages
The following table lists the error messages and other warnings displayed on the
monitor, as well as the solutions for dealing with them.
Display
Description
Clock not set.
Solution
Set date and time.
A
O
(blinks)
N
Battery exhausted.
Charge or replace the battery.
Battery exhausted.
Turn off camera, and allow battery to
cool down before resuming use. Five
seconds after this message appears,
the monitor is turned off, and the
power-on lamp flickers. After the
lamp blinks for three minutes, the
camera turns off automatically, but
you can also press the power switch
to turn it off manually.
P
Battery temperature is
Battery temperature high high.
Inside of the camera
P
Leave the camera off until the inside
of the camera has cooled and then
turn it on again.
has become hot. The
camera turns off
automatically.
The camera will turn off
to prevent overheating.
–
•
•
Refocus.
Use focus lock.
Q (blinks red)
Camera cannot focus.
P
Camera cannot
perform other
operations until
recording is complete.
Wait until message clears from display
automatically when recording is
complete.
Please wait for the
camera to finish
recording.
–
N
Write-protect switch is Slide the write-protect switch to
Memory card is write
protected.
in “lock” position.
“write” position.
P
•
•
•
Use an approved card.
Confirm that memory card is
correctly inserted.
This card cannot be used.
Error accessing
memory card.
P
This card cannot be read.
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Error Messages
Display
Description
Solution
A
All data stored on the memory
card is deleted when formatted. If
there is any data on the card that
you want to keep, select No, and
backup the data to a computer
before formatting the memory card.
To format the memory card, select
Yes and press the kbutton.
P
Card is not formatted.
Format card?
Yes
No
Memory card has not
beenformatted for use
in this camera.
•
•
•
•
Change image mode.
Delete pictures and movies.
Replace memory card.
Remove memory card and use
internal memory.
N
Memory card is full.
Out of memory.
Error occurred while
recording picture.
Format the internal memory or
memory card.
file numbers.
The following pictures cannot be
used.
•
P
Picture cannot be
used for Welcome
screen.
o 3968×2232
Image cannot be saved.
•
or smaller
•
Pictures recorded with easy
panorama.
There is insufficient
space to save a copy.
Delete pictures from destination.
N
Unable to create
panorama.
Easy panorama shooting may not be
available in the following situations.
N
Unable to create
panorama. Pan the
camera in one direction panorama shooting.
only.
•
•
•
When shooting has not finished
after a certain period of time
When the camera movement
speed is too fast
When the camera is not straight
relative to the panorama direction
Cannot perform easy
N
Unable to create
panorama. Pan the
camera more slowly.
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Error Messages
Display
Description
Solution
A
–
•
•
Voice memos cannot be attached
to movies.
P
A voice memo cannot
be attached to this file.
Sound file cannot be
saved.
camera.
N
•
•
Confirm the conditions that are
required for editing.
Movies cannot be edited.
-
Cannot edit selected
picture.
Image cannot be
modified.
N
Time out error while
recording movie.
Choose memory card with faster
write speed.
Cannot record movie.
•
camera to play back images saved
in the camera’s internal memory.
to memory card, press the d
button to display the copy screen,
then copy the files from internal
memory to memory card.
N
No pictures in the
internal memory or
memory card.
•
Memory contains no
images.
N
File contains no image
data.
File cannot be viewed on this camera.
File not created with View file using the computer or any
–
COOLPIX P300.
other device which was used to
create or edit this file.
P
This file cannot be played
back.
The picture cannot be
played back in a slide
show.
N
–
All images are hidden.
N
This image cannot be
deleted.
Picture is protected.
Disable protection.
N
Travel destination is in
the current time zone.
Destination in same
time zone as home.
–
P
Mode dial is between Rotate the mode dial to select the
two modes. desired mode.
Mode dial is not in the
proper position.
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Error Messages
Display
Description
Solution
A
The flash is lowered
when the scene mode
is o(Backlighting)
and HDR is Off or
Night portrait.
N
Raise the flash.
to raise the flash.
Slide the K (flash pop-up) control
to raise the flash. The camera can still
shoot normally with the flash lowered
if you do not wish to use it.
The flash is not raised
during the Scene auto
selector mode.
N
The flash is lowered.
Turn camera off and then on again. If
Lens is not operating error persists, contact retailer or
Lens error
Q
properly.
Nikon-authorized service
representative.
Error occurred during
communication with
printer.
P
Turn off camera and reconnect USB
cable.
Communications error
Turn off camera , remove and reinsert
Error has occurred in battery, and turn on camera. If the
System error
Q
camera’s internal
circuitry.
error persists, contact retailer or
Nikon-authorized service
representative.
PR
Printer error: check
printer status.
Check printer. After solving the
problem, select Resume and press
the kbutton to resume printing.*
Printer error
-
-
-
-
Load the specified paper, select
Resume and press the kbutton to
resume printing.*
PR
Specified size of paper
Printer error: check paper is not loaded.
Remove the jammed paper, select
Resume and press the kbutton to
resume printing.*
PR
Paper has jammed in
Printer error: paper jam the printer.
Load the specified paper, select
Resume and press the kbutton to
resume printing.*
PR
No paper is loaded in
Printer error: out of paper the printer.
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Error Messages
Display
Description
Ink error
Solution
A
PR
Check ink, select Resume and press
the kbutton to resume printing.
-
-
*
Printer error: check ink
Replace ink cartridge, select Resume
PR
Ink cartridge is empty. and press the kbutton to resume
Printer error: out of ink
*
printing.
An error caused by the
Select Cancel and press the k
image file has
PR
-
Printer error: file corrupt
button to cancel printing.
occurred.
*
See the documentation provided with your printer for further guidance and information.
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Troubleshooting
If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems
below before consulting your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative.
Refer to the page numbers in the right-most column for more information.
Display, Settings and Power Supply
Problem
Cause/Solution
A
The battery
•
•
Confirm all connections.
Close the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.
inserted in the
camera cannot
be charged.
•
•
•
Off is selected for Charge by computer in the setup
menu.
The battery
cannot be
charged by
connecting the
camera to a
computer.
battery charging stops when the camera is turned off.
battery charging stops when the computer is suspended
(sleeping), and the camera may turn off.
Depending upon computer specifications, settings, and
status, charging the battery inserted in the camera may
not be possible via computer connection.
•
–
•
•
Battery is exhausted.
electrical outlet via the Charging AC Adapter.
Camera cannot be turned on if the battery-chamber/
memory card slot cover is open.
Camera cannot
be turned on.
•
•
•
•
Battery is exhausted.
Camera has turned off automatically to save power.
The camera turns off if the Charging AC Adapter is
connected while the camera is on.
•
•
•
cable.
Camera turns off
without warning.
Inside of the camera has become hot. Leave the camera
off until the inside of the camera has cooled, and then try
turning it on again.
–
are cold.
•
•
•
Camera is off.
Battery is exhausted.
Standby mode for saving power: Press the power switch,
shutter-release button or the cbutton, or rotate the
mode dial.
Monitor is blank.
•
•
•
Camera and computer are connected via USB cable.
Camera and TV are connected via A/V cable or HDMI
cable.
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Troubleshooting
Problem
Cause/Solution
Adjust monitor brightness.
Monitor is dirty. Clean monitor.
A
Monitor is hard to
read.
•
•
•
If the camera clock has not been set (“Date not set”
indicator blinks during shooting), still pictures have a time
stamp of “00/00/0000 00:00”; and movies are dated “01/
01/2011 00:00.” Set the correct date and time using Time
zone and date in the setup menu.
as watches. Check camera clock regularly against more
accurate timepieces and reset as required.
Date and time of
recording are not
correct.
•
No information
displayed in
monitor.
Hide info is selected for Photo info of Monitor settings in
the setup menu.
Print date not
available.
Time zone and date has not been set.
Date not
appearing on
pictures even
when Print date is
enabled.
•
•
A shooting mode that does not support Print date is
selected.
The date cannot be imprinted onto a movie.
-
Camera settings
reset.
Clock battery is exhausted; all settings were restored to their
default values.
Battery temperature is high. Turn off camera, and allow
Monitor is turned battery to cool down before resuming use. After the lamp
on lamp flickers.
but you can also press the power switch to turn it off
manually.
When functions such as movie recording are used for a long
time, or when the camera is used in a location with a high
temperature rises. ambient temperature, the camera temperature may rise. This
is not a malfunction.
Camera
Electronically Controlled Cameras
In extremely rare instances, unusual characters may appear on the monitor and the
camera may stop functioning. In most cases, this phenomenon is caused by a
strong external static charge. Turn the camera off, remove and replace the battery,
then turn the camera on again. Note that disconnecting the power source as
described above may result in the loss of any data not recorded on the internal
memory or memory card at the time the problem occurred. Data already recorded
is not affected. In the event of continued malfunction, contact your retailer or
Nikon-authorized service representative.
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Troubleshooting
Shooting
Problem
Cause/Solution
A
Cannot set to
shooting mode
Disconnect the HDMI cable or USB cable.
•
When camera is in playback mode, press the cor
shutter-release button.
No picture taken
when shutter-
release button is
pressed.
•
•
•
When menus are displayed, press the dbutton.
Battery is exhausted.
or Night portrait, raise the flash.
When flash lamp blinks, flash is charging.
•
•
Subject is too close to the camera. Try shooting with
macro mode, or Scene auto selector or Close-up scene
mode.
•
not perform well.
Camera cannot
focus.
•
•
Set AF assist in the setup menu to Auto.
Subject not in focus area when shutter-release button
pressed halfway.
•
Turn camera off and then on again.
Colored bands (interference patterns, moiré) may appear on
subjects that repeat the same pattern (e.g., window blinds).
This is not a malfunction.
These phenomena are not saved in the recorded pictures or
movies.
However, they may be saved on the pictures or movies that
are recorded with Continuous H: 120 fps or HS 120 fps
(640×480).
Colored bands
appear on the
shooting screen.
–
•
•
•
•
Use flash.
Use vibration reduction or motion detection.
Use D(Best Shot Selector).
Use a tripod to stabilize the camera (use with the self-
timer for better results).
Pictures are
blurred.
Bright specks
shot using flash.
•
•
•
Flash is set to W(Off).
A scene mode that cannot turn on flash is selected.
Another function that is set now is restricting the flash.
Flash does not fire.
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Troubleshooting
Problem
Cause/Solution
A
•
•
Off is selected for Digital zoom in the setup menu.
The digital zoom cannot be used in the following
situations.
-
-
When Smile timer is set
When the scene mode is Scene auto selector,
Portrait, Night portrait, Easy panorama in
Panorama or Pet portrait
Digital zoom is not
available.
-
-
When Multi-shot 16 is set for Continuous in the
shooting menu
selected for AF area mode
Image mode not
available.
•
•
•
in the setup menu.
No sound when
shutter is released.
shooting menu.
Sports, Museum or Pet portrait is selected in scene
mode.
•
•
When the camera is recording a movie.
Do not block the speaker.
AF-assist
illuminator does
not light.
Off is selected for AF assist in the setup menu. Even when
the focus area position or scene mode.
Pictures appear
smeared.
Lens is dirty. Clean lens.
Colors are
unnatural.
White balance or hue does not match light source.
Randomly spaced As the subject is dark, shutter speed is too slow or ISO
bright pixels
(“noise”) appear in
image.
sensitivity is too high.
•
Use flash.
Specify a lower ISO sensitivity setting.
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Flash is set to W(Off).
Flash window is blocked.
Subject is beyond flash range.
Adjust exposure compensation.
Raise the ISO sensitivity.
Pictures are too
dark
(underexposed).
(Backlighting) or set the flash mode to (fill flash).
o
X
Pictures are too
bright
Adjust exposure compensation.
(overexposed).
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Troubleshooting
Problem
Cause/Solution
A
In very rare cases, when V(Auto with red-eye reduction)
or the red-eye reduction fill flash or slow-sync fill flash in the
Night portrait scene mode is used for flash photography,
areas other than red eyes may be corrected. Set a flash mode
other than V(Auto with red-eye reduction), select a scene
mode other than Night portrait, and resume shooting.
Unexpectedresults
occurred when
flash is set to auto
with red-eye
reduction.
•
Skin softening may not produce the desired results
depending on shooting conditions.
For pictures with four or more faces, try using Skin
softening in the playback menu.
Skin softening
results are not as
expected.
•
It may take more time to save images in the following
situations.
–
•
•
•
When the noise reduction function is in operation
When flash is set to V(Auto with red-eye reduction)
When taking pictures in the following scene modes.
Saving images
takes time.
-
-
-
-
-
Hand-held in j(Night landscape)
HDR set to other than Off in o(Backlighting)
Noise reduction burst in Landscape
Hand-held in Night portrait
Easy panorama in Panorama
•
is selected for Continuous in the shooting menu
Cannot set or use
Continuous or
Exposure
Another function that is set now is restricting the
Continuous setting or Exposure bracketing.
bracketing.
Playback
Problem
Cause/Solution
A
•
•
File was overwritten or renamed by computer or another
make or model of camera.
cannot be played back.
–
File cannot be
played back.
•
•
Playback zoom cannot be used with movies, small
pictures, or cropped copies of size 320 × 240 pixels or
smaller.
Playback zoom may not be available for pictures taken
with cameras other than COOLPIX P300.
–
Cannot zoom in on
picture.
–
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Troubleshooting
Problem
Cause/Solution
A
•
•
recorded with easy panorama.
Cannot record or
play back voice
memo.
Voice memos cannot be attached to pictures shot by
cameras other than COOLPIX P300, and voice memos
recorded by other cameras cannot be played back on this
camera.
•
•
Movies cannot be edited.
–
mode was set to
o
3968×2232.
Pictures cannot be
edited.
•
•
•
Pictures recorded with easy panorama cannot be edited.
Confirm the conditions that are required for editing.
Pictures taken with cameras other than COOLPIX P300
cannot be edited.
–
–
•
•
•
Video mode or HDMI is not correctly set in the TV
settings setup menu.
Pictures not
displayed on
television.
and USB/audio video connector.
Remove memory card to play back pictures from internal
memory.
•
•
•
•
•
Camera is off.
Battery is exhausted.
–
Nikon Transfer 2
does not start
when camera is
connected to a
computer.
USB cable is not correctly connected.
Camera is not recognized by the computer.
Confirm that the operating system used is compatible
with the camera.
For more information on Nikon Transfer 2, refer to help
information contained in ViewNX 2.
•
The PictBridge
startup screen is
not displayed
when the camera
is connected to a
printer.
With some PictBridge-compatible printers, the PictBridge
startup screen may not be displayed and it may be
impossible to print images when Auto is selected for
Charge by computer. Set Charge by computer to Off
and reconnect the camera to the printer.
Pictures to be
printed are not
displayed.
•
•
Remove memory card to print pictures from internal
memory.
Paper size cannot be selected from the camera in the
following situations, even for PictBridge compatible printers.
Use the printer to select paper size.
Cannot select
paper size with
camera.
•
The paper size selected using the camera is not
compatible with the printer.
–
•
A printer that automatically sets the paper size is being
used.
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Specifications
Nikon COOLPIX P300 Digital Camera
Type
Compact digital camera
Effective pixels
Image sensor
Lens
12.2 million
1/2.3-in. type CMOS; approx. 12.75 million total pixels
4.2× optical zoom, NIKKOR lens
4.3-17.9mm (angle of view equivalent to that of 24-100 mm
lens in 35mm [135] format)
Focal length
f/-number
f/1.8-4.9
Construction
7 elements in 6 groups
Up to 2× (angle of view equivalent to that of approx. 200 mm
lens in 35mm [135] format)
Lens shift
Digital zoom
Vibration reduction
Autofocus (AF)
Contrast-detect AF
•
Approx. 30 cm (1 ft.) to ∞ (wide-angle position), approx.
60 cm (2 ft.) to ∞ (telephoto position)
Macro close-up mode: Approx. 3 cm (1.2 in.) to ∞ (wide-angle
position)
Focus range (from
lens)
•
Face priority, auto (9-area automatic selection), center, manual
with 99 focus areas, subject tracking, face priority tracking
7.5 cm (3-in.), approx. 921k-dot, wide viewing angle TFT LCD
monitor with anti-reflection coating and 5-level brightness
adjustment
Focus-area selection
Monitor
Frame coverage
(shooting mode)
Approx. 100% horizontal and 100% vertical (compared to actual
picture)
Frame coverage
(playback mode)
Approx. 100% horizontal and 100% vertical (compared to actual
picture)
Storage
•
•
Internal memory (approx. 90 MB)
SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card
Media
File system
DCF, Exif 2.3, and DPOF compliant
Still pictures: JPEG
Sound file (voice memo): WAV
File formats
Movies: MOV (Video: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, Audio: AAC stereo)
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
12M (High) 4000×3000P
12M 4000×3000
8M 3264×2448
5M 2592×1944
3M 2048×1536
PC 1024×768
Image size
(pixels)
VGA 640×480
16:9 3968×2232
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Specifications
ISO sensitivity
(Standard output
sensitivity)
•
•
•
ISO 160, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200
Auto (auto gain from ISO 160 to 1600)
Fixed range auto (ISO 160 to 400, 160 to 800)
Exposure
Metering
224-segment matrix, center-weighted
Programmed auto exposure with flexible program, shutter
priority auto, aperture-priority auto, manual, exposure
bracketing, motion detection, exposure compensation
(–2.0 to +2.0 EV in steps of 1/3 EV)
Exposure control
Shutter
Mechanical and CMOS electronic shutter
Auto mode, scene mode
1
•
•
•
1/2000 to 1 s
1
1/2000 to 2 s (Tripod in Night landscape scene mode)
4 s (Fireworks show scene mode)
A, B, C or D mode
2
•
1/2000 to 8 s (when ISO sensitivity is set to 160 in D mode:
including when set to Auto or Fixed range auto)
1, 2
•
1/2000 to 4 s (when ISO sensitivity is fixed at 160, 200 or
400 in A, B or C mode, and when ISO sensitivity is fixed at
200 or 400 in D mode)
1, 2
Speed
•
•
1/2000 to 2 s (when ISO sensitivity is fixed at 800)
1, 2
1/2000 to 1 s (when ISO sensitivity is fixed at 1600, and
when set to Auto or Fixed range auto in A, B or C mode)
1, 2
•
1/2000 to 1/2 s (when ISO sensitivity is fixed at 3200)
•
1/4000 to 1/60 s (Continuous H)
1
In auto mode, scene mode, A or C mode, when the aperture
value is f/8 and the zoom is at the maximum wide-angle
position or moved one increment to the telephoto position, the
fastest shutter speed is 1/1600 s
When the aperture value is f/1.8, the fastest shutter speed is
1/1600 s
2
Aperture
Electronically-controlled 6-blade iris diaphragm
14 steps of 1/3 EV
Range
Self-timer
Built-in flash
Range (approx.)
Can be selected from 10 and 2 seconds duration
[W]: 0.5 to 6.5 m (1 ft. 8 in. to 21 ft.)
(ISO sensitivity: Auto) [T]: 0.5 to 2.5 m (1 ft. 8 in. to 8 ft. 2 in.)
Flash control
Interface
TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes
Hi-Speed USB
Data transfer protocol MTP, PTP
Video output
HDMI output
Can be selected from NTSC and PAL
Can be selected from Auto, 480p, 720p, and 1080i
Audio/video output; digital I/O (USB); HDMI mini connector
(HDMI output)
I/O terminal
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Specifications
Arabic, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Czech, Danish,
Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hungarian,
Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish,
Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Turkish,
Ukrainian
Supported languages
•
•
One Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 (supplied)
AC Adapter EH-62F (available separately)
Power sources
Charging time
Approx. 4 hours (when using Charging AC Adapter EH-69P and
when no charge remains)
Battery life
(EN-EL12)
Still pictures*: Approx. 240 shots
Movies: Approx. 1 h 5 min (HD 1080pP(1920 × 1080))
Tripod socket
1/4 (ISO 1222)
Dimensions
(W × H × D)
Approx. 103.0 × 58.3 × 32.0 mm (4.1 × 2.3 × 1.3 in.) (excluding
projections)
Weight
Approx. 189 g (6.7 oz) (including battery and memory card)
Operating environment
Temperature
Humidity
0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
85% and below (no condensation)
•
Unless otherwise stated, all figures are for a camera with a fully-charged
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 operated at an ambient temperature of
25 °C (77 °F).
Based on Camera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA) standards for measuring the life
of camera batteries. Measured at 23 ( 2) °C (73 ( 4) °F); zoom adjusted with each shot, flash
fired with every other shot, Image mode set to I4000×3000. Battery life may vary
depending on shooting interval and length of time menus and images are displayed.
*
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Specifications
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12
Type
Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
Rated capacity
Operating temperature
DC 3.7 V, 1050 mAh
0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
Dimensions
(W × H × D)
Approx. 32 × 43.8 × 7.9 mm (1.3 × 1.7 × 0.3 in.)
Approx. 22.5 g (0.8 oz) (excluding terminal cover)
Weight
Charging AC Adapter EH-69P
Rated input
AC 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.068 to 0.042 A
Rated output
DC 5.0 V, 550 mA
Operating temperature
0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
Approx. 55 × 22 × 54 mm (2.2 × 0.9 × 2.2 in.) (excluding plug
adapter)
For Argentina: Approx. 55 × 59 × 63 mm (2.2 × 2.4 × 2.5 in.)
Dimensions
(W × H × D)
Approx. 55 g (2.0 oz) (excluding plug adapter)
For Argentina: Approx. 80 g (2.9 oz)
Weight
B Specifications
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•
Nikon will not be held liable for any errors this manual may contain.
The appearance of this product and its specifications are subject to change without notice.
Supported Standards
•
DCF: Design Rule for Camera File System is a standard widely used in the digital
camera industry to ensure compatibility among different makes of camera.
DPOF: Digital Print Order Format is an industry-wide standard that allows
pictures to be printed at a digital photo lab or with a household printer from print
orders stored on the memory card.
•
•
Exif version 2.3: This camera supports Exif (Exchangeable Image File Format for
Digital Still Cameras) version 2.3, a standard that allows information stored with
photographs to be used for optimal color reproduction when images are output
from Exif-compliant printers.
• PictBridge: A standard developed cooperatively by the digital camera and
printer industries, allowing photographs to be output directly to a printer without
connecting the camera to a computer.
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