Page 1 DIGITAL CAMERA Reference Manual Read this manual thoroughly before using the camera. To ensure proper use of the camera, be sure to read “For Your Safety” (page vi). Be sure to read “Do Not Point the Lens at the Sun” (page 190) in “Caring for the Product."...
Page 2: Quick Topic Search
Quick Topic Search You can return to this page by tapping or clicking in the lower right of any page. Main Topics Introduction ..........................iii Table of Contents ........................x Parts of the Camera ....................... 1 Getting Started........................14 Basic Shooting and Playback Operations ..............21 Shooting Features........................30 Playback Features.........................79 Movies ............................89...
Page 3: Introduction
Introduction Read This First Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX P1000 digital camera. Symbols and Conventions Used in This Manual Tap or click in the lower right of each page to display “Quick Topic Search” (Aii). Symbols Symbol Description This icon marks cautions and information that should be read before using the camera.
Page 4: Information And Precautions
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.
Page 5 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).
Page 6: For Your Safety
For Your Safety To prevent damage to property or injury to yourself or to others, read “For Your Safety” in its entirety before using this product. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use this product will read them. Failure to observe the precautions marked DANGER with this icon carries a high risk of death or...
Page 7 Keep this product out of reach of children. Failure to observe this precaution could result in injury or product malfunction. In addition, note that small parts constitute a choking hazard. Should a child swallow any part of this product, seek immediate medical attention.
Page 8 Do not touch moving parts of the lens or other moving parts. Failure to observe this precaution could result in injury. Do not fire the flash in contact with or in close proximity to the skin or objects. Failure to observe this precaution could result in burns or fire. Do not raise the built-in flash when using a flash unit mounted on the camera accessory shoe.
Page 9 WARNING for Batteries Keep batteries out of reach of children. Should a child swallow a battery, seek immediate medical attention. Do not immerse batteries in water or expose to rain. Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or product malfunction. Immediately dry the product with a towel or similar object should it become wet.
Page 10: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Quick Topic Search ....................... ii Main Topics..................................ii Common Topics ................................ii Introduction ........................... iii Read This First ............................iii Symbols and Conventions Used in This Manual ..................iii Information and Precautions ..........................iv For Your Safety ............................vi Parts of the Camera ......................
Page 11 Shooting Features....................... 30 Selecting a Shooting Mode....................... 31 A (Auto) Mode ............................. 32 Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to the Shooting Conditions) ..........33 Tips and Notes About Scene Mode....................... 34 Shooting with Easy Panorama .......................... 41 Playback with Easy Panorama ........................... 43 Creative Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting)..............
Page 12 Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and Saturation ................84 D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and Contrast ................... 84 Skin Softening: Softening Skin Tones ......................85 Filter Effects: Applying Digital Filter Effects....................86 Small Picture: Reducing the Size of an Image..................87 Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy........................88 Movies .............................
Page 13 The Shooting Menu (j, k, l, or m Mode) ................124 Picture Control (COOLPIX Picture Control) .................... 124 Custom Picture Control (COOLPIX Custom Picture Control)............128 White Balance (Adjusting Hue)........................129 Metering ..................................132 Continuous Shooting ............................133 ISO Sensitivity ................................137 Exposure Bracketing.............................
Page 14 Vibration Reduction.............................. 171 AF Assist ..................................172 Digital Zoom ................................172 Assign Side Zoom Control..........................173 Snap-back Zoom ..............................173 Control Ring Options............................174 AE/AF Lock Button ..............................175 Sound Settings................................. 175 Auto Off..................................176 Format Card................................176 Language ..................................176 HDMI ....................................
Page 15: Parts Of The Camera
Parts of the Camera The Camera Body ........................2 Principle Functions of the Controls ................. 5 The Monitor/Viewfinder....................... 8 Parts of the Camera Downloaded from ManualsNet.com search engine...
Page 16: The Camera Body
The Camera Body Built-in Flash raised 12 11 10 Eyelet for camera strap......15 Control ring..........67, 174 Command dial..........46 Zoom control..........71 f : Wide-angle ........71 Power switch/power-on lamp (charge g : Telephoto ........71 lamp) ..........17, 19, 24 h : Thumbnail playback ....
Page 17 p (snap-back zoom) button ....72 External microphone connector cover ................210 Side zoom control ........71 f : Wide-angle ........71 Connector cover........17, 103 g : Telephoto........71 Accessory terminal........210 Accessory shoe ......... 25, 211 HDMI micro connector (Type D)..103 Diopter adjustment control....
Page 18 10 k (apply selection) button....113 Speaker ...........99, 175 Electronic viewfinder........ 26 Rotary multi selector (multi selector)*.........54, 113 Eye sensor ............26 12 l (delete) button ........28 x (monitor) button ....... 26 d (menu) button o (AE-L/AF-L) button....66, 175 ..............113, 116 Focus-mode selector......
Page 19: Principle Functions Of The Controls
Principle Functions of the Controls Control Main Function For shooting Select a shooting mode (A31). Mode dial Select q (autofocus) or r (manual focus). For shooting Focus-mode selector For shooting Lock the exposure or focus. o (AE-L/AF-L) button Move toward g (i) (telephoto) to zoom in closer to the subject, and move toward f For shooting (h) (wide-angle) to zoom out and view a...
Page 20 Control Main Function When the button is pressed halfway: Set focus and exposure. For shooting When the button is pressed all the way: Release the shutter. For playback Return to shooting mode. Shutter-release button For shooting Start and stop movie recording. For playback Return to shooting mode.
Page 21 Control Main Function When the shooting mode is (A46): Set the flexible program. When the shooting mode is k, m (A46), For shooting or Manual in u (Movie manual): Set the shutter speed. Change the magnification rate of a zoomed Command dial For playback image.
Page 22: The Monitor/Viewfinder
The Monitor/Viewfinder The information that is displayed on the shooting or playback screen changes depending on the camera’s settings and state of use. Switching the Information Displayed on the Screen (s Button) To switch the information displayed on the screen during shooting or playback, press the s (display) button.
Page 23: For Shooting
For Shooting AF AF 3 0 0 0 m m 3 0 0 0 m m x 1 . 2 x 1 . 2 10 10 + 1 . 0 + 1 . 0 + 1 . 0 + 1 . 0 1 0 m 0 s 1 0 m 0 s 3 2 0 0...
Page 24 ±1.0 ±1.0 ±0.3 ±0.3 ±0.7 ±0.7 10 10 7 0 m m 7 0 m m 10 10 60 60 + 1 . 0 + 1 . 0 + 1 . 0 + 1 . 0 1 0 m 0 s 1 0 m 0 s 3 2 0 0 3 2 0 0...
Page 25 1 0 m 0 s 1 0 m 0 s 1 / 2 5 0 1 / 2 5 0 F 5 . 6 F 5 . 6 1 / 2 5 0 1 / 2 5 0 F 5 . 6 F 5 .
Page 26: For Playback
For Playback 1 2 3 456 7 Demo mode 12 13 1 Protect icon..........159 14 Movie options ..........150 Sequence display (when Individual 15 Easy panorama indicator......43 pictures is selected).......160 16 Small picture icon........87 3 Skin softening icon........85 17 Crop icon............88 4 Filter effects icon.........
Page 27 Tone Level Information Display You can check for loss of contrast detail in highlights and shadows from the histogram that is displayed, or the flashing display for each tone level. These provide guidelines when adjusting the image brightness with functions such as exposure compensation.
Page 28: Getting Started
Getting Started How to Attach the Camera Strap..................15 How to Attach the Lens Cap and Lens Hood .............15 Inserting the Battery and Memory Card...............16 Charging the Battery......................17 Opening the Monitor ......................18 Camera Setup ........................19 Getting Started Downloaded from ManualsNet.com search engine...
Page 29: How To Attach The Camera Strap
How to Attach the Camera Strap Attach the strap to the left and right side of the camera. How to Attach the Lens Cap and Lens Hood When you are not shooting images, attach the lens cap to protect the lens. The lens hood cuts out light which adversely affects the image, and it also helps to protect the camera.
Page 30: Inserting The Battery And Memory Card
Inserting the Battery and Memory Card Battery latch Memory card slot With the battery’s positive and negative terminals oriented correctly, move the orange battery latch (3), and fully insert the battery (4). Slide the memory card in until it clicks into place (5). Be careful not to insert the battery or memory card upside-down or backward, as this could cause a malfunction.
Page 31: Charging The Battery
Charging the Battery Charging AC Adapter* Electrical outlet Power-on lamp (charge lamp) USB cable (included) * A plug adapter is attached depending on the country or region of purchase. The shape of the plug adapter varies with the country or region of purchase. Charging starts when the camera is connected to an electrical outlet while the battery is inserted, as shown in the illustration.
Page 32: Opening The Monitor
Notes About the USB Cable Do not use a USB cable other than the UC-E21. Using a USB cable other than the UC-E21 could result in overheating, fire or electric shock. Check the shape and direction of the plugs and do not insert or remove the plugs at an angle.
Page 33: Camera Setup
Camera Setup Turn the camera on. Use the multi selector to select and adjust settings. Multi selector Left Right k button Power switch (apply selection) Down A language selection dialog will be displayed. Press Language H or I on the multi selector to highlight a language and press k to select.
Page 34 Enter the current date and time and Date and time press k. Press J or K to highlight items and press H or I to change. 2018 00 00 Select the minute field and press k to confirm the setting. Edit When prompted, press H or I to highlight Yes and press k.
Page 35: Basic Shooting And Playback Operations
Basic Shooting and Playback Operations Shooting Images........................22 Playing Back Images......................27 Deleting Images........................28 Basic Shooting and Playback Operations Downloaded from ManualsNet.com search engine...
Page 36: Shooting Images
Shooting Images A (auto) mode is used here as an example. A (auto) mode enables you to perform general shooting in a variety of shooting conditions. Rotate the mode dial to A. Number of exposures remaining Battery level indicator b: The battery level is high. B: The battery level is low.
Page 37 Frame the picture. Move the zoom control or the side zoom control to change the zoom lens position. If you lose sight of the subject while shooting with the lens in telephoto position, press the p (snap-back zoom) button to temporarily widen the visible area so that you can frame the subject more easily.
Page 38 Press the shutter-release button halfway. To press the shutter-release button “halfway” means to press and hold the button at the point where you feel a slight resistance. When the subject is in focus, the focus area or focus indicator is displayed in green. When you are using digital zoom, the camera focuses in the center of the frame and the focus area is not displayed.
Page 39: Using The Built-In Flash
Using the Built-in Flash In situations where a flash is needed, such as in dark locations or when the subject is backlit, move the K (flash pop-up) control to raise the built-in flash. When not using the built-in flash, gently push to lower the built-in flash until it clicks shut.
Page 40: Switching Between The Monitor And Viewfinder
Switching Between the Monitor and Viewfinder It is recommended that you use the viewfinder Viewfinder when bright conditions make it difficult to see the monitor, such as when outdoors in sunlight. When you bring your face close to the viewfinder, the eye sensor responds to it and the viewfinder turns on, and the monitor turns off (default setting).
Page 41: Playing Back Images
Playing Back Images Press the c (playback) button to enter playback mode. If you press and hold down the c button while the camera is turned off, the camera turns on in playback mode. Use the multi selector to select an Display the previous image image to display.
Page 42: Deleting Images
Deleting Images Press the l (delete) button to delete the image currently displayed on the screen. Use the multi selector HI to select the desired deletion method and press the Delete k button. Current image To exit without deleting, press the d button. Erase selected images All images Select Yes and press the k button.
Page 43: The Image Selection Screen For Deletion
The Image Selection Screen for Deletion Use the multi selector JK or rotate it Erase selected images to select the image that you want to delete. Move the zoom control (A2) toward g (i) to switch to full-frame playback, or f (h) to switch to thumbnail playback.
Page 44: Shooting Features
Shooting Features Selecting a Shooting Mode ....................31 A (Auto) Mode........................32 Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to the Shooting Conditions) ........33 Creative Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting) ..........44 j, k, l, and m Modes (Setting the Exposure for Shooting) ......46 M (User Settings) Mode......................52 Setting Shooting Functions with the Multi Selector ..........54 Flash Mode..........................55 Self-timer ..........................58...
Page 45: Selecting A Shooting Mode
Selecting a Shooting Mode You can rotate the mode dial to align the desired shooting mode with the indicator mark on the camera body. A (Auto) mode Select this mode to perform general shooting in a variety of shooting conditions. y, g, and L (Scene) modes When you select any one of the scene modes based on the shooting conditions, you can take pictures with the appropriate settings for those conditions.
Page 46: A (Auto) Mode
A (Auto) Mode Select this mode to perform general shooting in a variety of shooting conditions. The camera detects the main subject and focuses on it (target finding AF). If a human face is detected, the camera automatically sets focus priority on it. See “Using Autofocus”...
Page 47: Scene Mode (Shooting Suited To The Shooting Conditions)
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to the Shooting Conditions) When you select any one of the scene modes based on the shooting conditions, you can take pictures with the appropriate settings for those conditions. 1, 2, 3 g Moon (A40) , L Bird-watching (A40) Rotate the mode dial to g or L and take pictures.
Page 48: Tips And Notes About Scene Mode
Tips and Notes About Scene Mode y M x Scene auto selector When you point the camera at the subject, the camera automatically recognizes the shooting conditions and adjusts the shooting settings accordingly. Portrait (for taking close-up portraits of one or two people) Portrait (for taking portraits of large numbers of people, or images in which the background takes up a large portion of the frame) Landscape...
Page 49 y M d Sports While the shutter-release button is held all the way down, images are captured continuously. The camera can capture about 7 images continuously at a rate of about 7 fps. The frame rate for continuous shooting may become slow depending on the current image quality setting, image size setting, the memory card used, or shooting conditions.
Page 50 y M X Night landscape On the screen displayed when X Night landscape is selected, select u Hand-held (default setting) or w Tripod. u Hand-held (default setting): - Press the shutter-release button all the way to capture a series of images which are combined into a single image and saved.
Page 51 y M u Food The focus mode (A61) setting is changed to D (macro close-up) and the camera automatically zooms to the closest position at which it can focus. You can adjust hue by using the command dial. The hue setting is saved in the camera’s memory even after the camera is turned off.
Page 52 y M O Pet portrait When you point the camera at a dog or cat, the camera detects the pet’s face and focuses on it. By default, the shutter is automatically released when a dog or cat face is detected (pet portrait auto release). On the screen displayed when O Pet portrait is selected, select U Single or V Continuous.
Page 53 y M m Multiple exp. Lighten The camera automatically captures moving subjects at regular intervals, compares each image and composites only their bright areas, and then saves them as one image. Light trails such as the flow of car lights or motion of stars are captured. On the screen displayed when m Multiple exp.
Page 54 Time Remaining You can check the time remaining until shooting automatically ends on the screen. End recording End recording g Moon At the wide-angle zoom position, the framing border is displayed to indicate the angle of view equivalent to that of a 1000 mm lens (in 35mm [135] format) (default setting). When you frame the moon inside the framing border and press the k button, the camera zooms in so that the area inside the framing border takes up the entire angle of view (focal length).
Page 55: Shooting With Easy Panorama
Shooting with Easy Panorama Rotate the mode dial to y M d button M Easy panorama M k button Select Normal (180°) or Wide Easy panorama (360°) as the shooting range and press the k button. Normal (180°) Wide (360°) Frame the first edge of the panorama scene, and then press the shutter- release button halfway to focus.
Page 56 Example of Camera Movement Using your body as the axis of rotation, move the camera slowly in an arc, in the direction of the marking (KLJI). Shooting stops if the guide does not reach the edge within about 15 seconds (when Normal (180°) is selected) or within about 30 seconds (when Wide...
Page 57: Playback With Easy Panorama
Playback with Easy Panorama Switch to playback mode (A27), display an image 4 / 4 4 / 4 captured using easy panorama in full-frame playback mode, and then press the k button to scroll the image in the direction that was used when shooting. Rotate the multi selector to fast-forward or rewind scroll playback.
Page 58: Creative Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting)
Creative Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting) Apply effects to images during shooting. Five effect groups are available: Light (default setting), Depth, Memories, Classic, and Noir. Press the k button. The effect selection screen is displayed. Use the multi selector J K to select an Effect group effect.
Page 59 Use J K to highlight the desired option and then press I. Select Amount, Exposure compensation, Contrast, Hue, Saturation, Filter, or Peripheral Amount Amount illumination. The options that can be selected vary depending on the group. Back Back Adjust Adjust Reset Reset Use J K to adjust the effect level and...
Page 60: J, K, L, And M Modes (Setting The Exposure For Shooting)
j, k, l, and m Modes (Setting the Exposure for Shooting) In j, k, l, and m modes, you can set exposure (combination of shutter speed and f-number) according to the shooting conditions. Also, you can achieve greater control when shooting images by setting the shooting menu options (A116).
Page 61: Tips For Setting Exposure
Tips for Setting Exposure The sense of dynamism and amount of background defocus in subjects vary by changing the combinations of shutter speed and f-number even if the exposure is the same. Effect of the Shutter Speed The camera can make a fast-moving subject appear static at a fast shutter speed, or highlight the motion of a moving subject at a slow shutter speed.
Page 62 The closer the lens is to the telephoto zoom position, the smaller the aperture range becomes. The f-number is fixed at f/8.0 when the zoom is in a telephoto position beyond the focal length equivalent to that of a 2800 mm lens (in 35mm [135] format). Setting Exposure When Recording Movies When recording movies in j, k, l, m, or M, the shutter speed and f-number that you set are not applied.
Page 63: The Control Range Of The Shutter Speed (J, K, L, And M Modes)
The Control Range of the Shutter Speed (j, k, l, and m Modes) The control range of the shutter speed differs depending on the zoom position, f-number, or ISO sensitivity setting. Additionally, the control range changes in the following continuous shooting settings. Setting Control range 3, 4...
Page 64: Shooting With The Bulb Setting Or Time Setting (When In M Mode)
Shooting with the Bulb Setting or Time Setting (When in m Mode) Use the Bulb setting or Time setting to capture images with a long time-exposure, such as when taking pictures of fireworks, night landscapes, the night sky, or car light trails.
Page 65 Long Time-Exposures It may take longer for the camera to save images if a slow shutter speed is used when shooting. It is recommended that you use a sufficiently charged battery or the EH-5b/EH-5c AC Adapter and the EP-5C Power Connector (both available separately) (A209) to prevent the camera from turning off unexpectedly.
Page 66: M (User Settings) Mode
M (User Settings) Mode Setting combinations that are frequently used for shooting with j (programmed auto), k (shutter-priority auto), l (aperture-priority auto), or m (manual) can be saved in M. Rotate the mode dial to M to retrieve the settings saved in Save user settings.
Page 67: Saving Settings In M Mode (Save User Settings)
Saving Settings in M Mode (Save User Settings) The frequently used settings in j, k, l, and m modes can be saved. At the time of purchase, the default settings of j mode are saved. Rotate the mode dial to j, k, l, m, or M. If you want to change the shooting mode, select j, k, l, or m.
Page 68: Setting Shooting Functions With The Multi Selector
Setting Shooting Functions with the Multi Selector When the shooting screen is displayed, you can press the multi selector H (m) J (n) I (p) K (o) to set the functions described below. m Flash mode The flash mode can be set according to shooting conditions. n Self-timer/Smile timer The camera releases the shutter when the specified time elapses after you press the shutter-release button.
Page 69: Flash Mode
Flash Mode The flash mode can be set according to shooting conditions. Move the K (flash pop-up) control to raise the built-in flash. When the built-in flash is lowered, flash operation is disabled and S is displayed. Make sure that the built-in flash is lowered when using a Speedlight.
Page 70 Available Flash Modes Auto The flash fires when necessary, such as in dim lighting. The flash mode indicator is only displayed immediately after setting on the shooting screen. Auto with red-eye reduction/Red-eye reduction Reduce red-eye in portraits caused by the flash (A57). When Red-eye reduction is selected, the flash fires whenever a picture is taken.
Page 71 The Flash Mode Setting The available flash modes differ depending on the shooting mode. Flash mode g, L U Auto – – – – Auto with red-eye – – – – reduction Red-eye reduction – – Fill flash – – –...
Page 72: Self-Timer
Self-timer The camera releases the shutter when the specified time elapses after you press the shutter-release button. Set Vibration reduction (A171) to Off in the setup menu when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting. See “Using a Tripod” (A23) when using a tripod.
Page 73 Press the shutter-release button all the way down. The focus and exposure are locked, and countdown starts. The self-timer lamp flashes and then glows steadily about one second before the shutter is released. 1 / 2 5 0 1 / 2 5 0 F 5 .
Page 74: Smile Timer (Shooting Smiling Faces Automatically)
Smile Timer (Shooting Smiling Faces Automatically) When the camera detects a smiling face, you can take a picture automatically without pressing the shutter-release button. This function can be used when the shooting mode is A (auto), j, k, l, m, or M, or when the scene mode is Portrait or Night portrait.
Page 75: Using Autofocus
Using Autofocus Set the focus-mode selector to q (autofocus) to use autofocus. Selecting the Focus Mode You can select the focus mode that is appropriate for the shooting distance. Press the multi selector I (p). Select the desired focus mode (A62) Autofocus and press the k button.
Page 76: The Shutter-Release Button
Available Focus Modes Autofocus Use when the distance from the subject to the lens is 30 cm (1 ft) or more, or 7.0 m (23 ft) or more at the maximum telephoto zoom position. The focus mode icon on the shooting screen is displayed only immediately after the setting is made.
Page 77: Using Target Finding Af
Using Target Finding AF In A (auto) mode or creative mode, or when AF area mode (A140) in j, k, l, m, or M mode is set to Target finding AF, the camera focuses in the manner described below when you press the shutter-release button halfway. The camera detects the main subject and focuses on it.
Page 78: Using Face Detection
Using Face Detection In the following settings, the camera uses face detection to automatically focus on human faces. Scene auto selector, Portrait, or Night portrait scene mode (A33) a (smile timer) (A60) When AF area mode (A140) is set to Face 2 5 m 0 s 2 5 m 0 s priority...
Page 79: Using Skin Softening
Using Skin Softening In Scene auto selector, Portrait, or Night portrait scene mode, if human faces are detected, the camera processes the image to soften facial skin tones before saving the image (up to three faces). Skin softening can also be applied to saved images in playback mode (A85). Notes About Skin Softening It may take more time than usual to save images after shooting.
Page 80: Focus Lock
Focus Lock Use focus lock to capture creative compositions even when the focus area is set to the center of the frame. Position the subject in the center of the frame and press the shutter-release button halfway. The camera focuses on the subject and 2 5 m 0 s 2 5 m 0 s the focus area is displayed in green.
Page 81: Using Manual Focus
Using Manual Focus Set the focus-mode selector to r (manual focus) to adjust the focus manually. Use the multi selector or control ring to adjust the focus. Press J to switch the view between 1×, 2×, and 0 . 3 m 0 .
Page 82 Manual Focus The digits displayed for the gauge on the right of the screen in step 1 serve as a guideline for the distance to a subject that is in focus when the gauge is near the center. The closest position at which the camera can focus varies depending on the zoom position.
Page 83: Exposure Compensation (Adjusting Brightness)
Exposure Compensation (Adjusting Brightness) You can adjust overall image brightness. Press the multi selector K (o). Select a compensation value and press Guide the k button. Exposure compensation To brighten the image, set a positive (+) value. To darken the image, set a negative (–) value. The compensation value is applied, even without pressing the k button.
Page 84: Using The W (Function) Button
Using the w (Function) Button If you press the w button in j, k, l, m, or M mode, you can quickly configure the pre-saved menu options. The menu options listed below can be saved. Image quality (A121) Continuous (A133) Image size (A123) ISO sensitivity (A137) Picture Control (A124)
Page 85: Using The Zoom
Using the Zoom When you move the zoom control, the zoom lens position Zoom out Zoom in changes. To zoom in: Move toward g To zoom out: Move toward f Rotating the zoom control all the way in either direction adjusts the zoom quickly (except during movie recording).
Page 86 Zoom Speed When Recording Movies The zoom speed when using the side zoom control is slower than when using the zoom control. Use the zoom control for a faster zoom speed when recording a movie. Using the Snap-back Zoom If you lose sight of the subject while shooting with the lens in telephoto position, press the p (snap-back zoom) button to temporarily widen the visible area so that you can frame the subject more easily.
Page 87: Default Settings (Flash, Self-Timer, And Focus Mode)
Default Settings (Flash, Self-timer, and Focus Mode) The default settings for each shooting mode are listed below. Focus Flash mode Self-timer mode (A54) (A54) (A54) A (auto) x (scene auto selector) b (portrait) c (landscape) d (sports) s (night portrait) f (party/indoor) Z (beach) z (snow)
Page 88 Focus Flash mode Self-timer mode (A54) (A54) (A54) g (moon) L (bird-watching) u (movie manual) p (creative) j, k, l, and m M (user settings) Smile timer can also be selected. Cannot be changed. Cannot be changed. When set to Hand-held, the flash mode setting is fixed at fill flash with slow sync and red-eye reduction.
Page 89: Functions That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously When Shooting
Functions That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously When Shooting Some functions cannot be used with other menu settings. Restricted Setting Description function When B (infinity) is selected, the flash cannot be Focus mode (A61) used. Continuous The flash cannot be used (except for Intvl timer Flash mode (A133) shooting).
Page 90 Restricted Setting Description function AF area mode When Subject tracking is selected, (A140) Monochrome cannot be set. Picture Control Active D-Lighting When using Active D-Lighting, Contrast in (A144) manual adjustment cannot be adjusted. Picture Control When Monochrome is selected, White balance White balance (A124) is fixed at Auto (normal).
Page 91 Restricted Setting Description function Smile timer The camera captures images using face detection (A60) regardless of the applied AF area mode option. When a setting other than Subject tracking is selected and B (infinity) is selected as the focus Focus mode (A61) mode for shooting, the camera focuses at infinity regardless of the applied AF area mode option.
Page 92 Restricted Setting Description function Smile timer When smile timer is selected, digital zoom cannot (A60) be used. Image quality When RAW, RAW + Fine, or RAW + Normal is (A121) selected, digital zoom cannot be used. Digital zoom AF area mode When Subject tracking is selected, digital zoom (A140) cannot be used.
Page 93: Playback Features
Playback Features Playback Zoom........................80 Thumbnail Playback/Calendar Display.................81 Viewing and Deleting Images Captured Continuously (Sequence) ....82 Editing Images (Still Images) ....................83 Playback Features Downloaded from ManualsNet.com search engine...
Page 94: Playback Zoom
Playback Zoom Moving the zoom control toward g (i playback zoom) in g (i) full-frame playback mode (A27) zooms in on the image. 4 / 4 4 / 4 Displayed 0 0 0 4 . J P G 0 0 0 4 . J P G area guide 3 .
Page 95: Thumbnail Playback/Calendar Display
Thumbnail Playback/Calendar Display Moving the zoom control toward f (h thumbnail f (h) playback) in full-frame playback mode (A27) displays images as thumbnails. 1 / 2 0 1 / 2 0 1 / 2 0 2 0 1 8 Sun Mon Tue Wed 10 10 10 11 11 11...
Page 96: Viewing And Deleting Images Captured Continuously (Sequence)
Viewing and Deleting Images Captured Continuously (Sequence) Viewing Images in a Sequence Images captured continuously are saved as a sequence. The first image of a sequence is used as the key picture 4 / 8 4 / 8 to represent the sequence when displayed in full- frame playback mode or thumbnail playback mode (default setting).
Page 97: Deleting Images In A Sequence
Deleting Images in a Sequence When the l (delete) button is pressed for images in a sequence, the images that are deleted vary depending on how the sequences are displayed. When the key picture is displayed: - Current image: All images in the displayed sequence are deleted. - Erase selected images: When a key picture is selected on the erase selected images screen (A115), all images in that sequence are deleted.
Page 98: Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast And Saturation
Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and Saturation Press the c button (playback mode) M Select an image M d button M Quick retouch M k button Use the multi selector HI to select the Quick retouch desired effect level and press the k button. The edited version is displayed on the right.
Page 99: Skin Softening: Softening Skin Tones
Skin Softening: Softening Skin Tones Press the c button (playback mode) M Select an image M d button M Skin softening M k button Use the multi selector HI to select the Skin softening desired effect level and press the k button.
Page 100: Filter Effects: Applying Digital Filter Effects
Filter Effects: Applying Digital Filter Effects Press the c button (playback mode) M Select an image M d button M Filter effects M k button Option Description Blurs the background of human subjects. When no human subjects Soft portrait are detected, keeps the area in the center of the frame in focus and blurs the surrounding area.
Page 101: Small Picture: Reducing The Size Of An Image
Use HI to select the color to keep and Selective color Selective color press the k button. Preview the result and press the Preview k button. An edited copy is created. To exit without saving the copy, press J. Back Save Small Picture: Reducing the Size of an Image Press the c button (playback mode) M Select an image M d button M Small...
Page 102: Crop: Creating A Cropped Copy
Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy Move the zoom control to enlarge the image (A80). Adjust the image so that only the portion that you want to keep is displayed, and then press the d (menu) button. Move the zoom control toward g (i) or f (h) to adjust the magnification rate.
Page 103: Movies
Movies Basic Operations of Movie Recording and Movie Playback........90 Capturing Still Images While Recording Movies ............93 Movie Manual (Setting the Exposure for Movie Recording).........94 Shooting Time-lapse Movies....................96 Recording Superlapse Movies ..................98 Operations During Movie Playback ................99 Editing Movies ........................100 Movies Downloaded from ManualsNet.com...
Page 104: Basic Operations Of Movie Recording And Movie Playback
Basic Operations of Movie Recording and Movie Playback Display the shooting screen. Movie frame Check the remaining amount of movie recording time (A91, 150). It is recommended that you display the movie frame that indicates the area that will be recorded in a movie (A91).
Page 105 Movie Frame Press the s button to display the movie frame (A8). Check the range of a movie in the frame before movie recording. The area that is recorded in a movie varies depending on the settings of Movie options, Electronic VR, etc. in the movie menu. Focusing The focus can be adjusted during movie recording in the following manner in accordance with the Autofocus mode (A153) setting of the movie menu.
Page 106 Memory cards with an SD Speed Class rating of 6 or faster are recommended for recording movies (when recording 4K UHD movies at an image size/frame rate of 2160/30p or 2160/25p, cards rated UHS Speed Class 3 or faster are recommended).
Page 107: Capturing Still Images While Recording Movies
Capturing Still Images While Recording Movies If the shutter-release button is pressed all the way while recording a movie, one frame is saved as a still image (JPEG image). Movie recording continues while the still image is being saved. A still image can be captured when Q is displayed on the screen.
Page 108: Movie Manual (Setting The Exposure For Movie Recording)
Movie Manual (Setting the Exposure for Movie Recording) In Movie manual mode, you can use the aperture- priority auto or manual setting to set the exposure (shutter speed and f-number) when recording movies. When the f-number is set, the camera automatically determines the Aperture-priority shutter speed.
Page 109 Press the b (e movie-record) button to start recording the movie. The shutter speed or f-number can also be set during movie recording (except when an HS movie option is selected in Movie options). + 1 . 0 + 1 . 0 To capture a still image during movie recording, 1 2 m 3 0 s 1 2 m 3 0 s...
Page 110: Shooting Time-Lapse Movies
Shooting Time-lapse Movies The camera can automatically capture still images at a specified interval to create time-lapse movies that are approximately 10 seconds long. When the Frame rate setting of the movie menu is set to 30 fps (30p/60p), 300 images are captured and saved with e 1080/30p.
Page 111 Stabilize the camera by using a tool such as a tripod. See “Using a Tripod” (A23) when using a tripod. Press the shutter-release button to capture the first image. 2 5 m 0 s 2 5 m 0 s Set exposure compensation (A69) before releasing the shutter for the first image (when using Night sky (150 minutes) or Star trails (150 minutes), exposure compensation cannot...
Page 112: Recording Superlapse Movies
Recording Superlapse Movies The camera records movies and saves them in fast motion (e 1080/30p or p 1080/25p). Use to record a movie while moving the camera. The camera compresses the time of changes in the subject and saves the movie. Rotate the mode dial to y M d button M o Superlapse movie M k button Use the multi selector HI to select a...
Page 113: Operations During Movie Playback
Operations During Movie Playback To adjust the volume, move the zoom control while a movie is playing ( Rotate the multi selector or the command dial to fast- forward or rewind. Volume indicator Playback controls are displayed on the screen. The operations described below can be performed by using the multi selector JK to select a control and then pressing the k button.
Page 114: Editing Movies
Editing Movies When editing movies, use a sufficiently charged battery to prevent the camera from turning off during editing. Extracting Only the Desired Portion of a Movie The desired portion of a recorded movie can be saved as a separate file. Play back a desired movie and pause at the start point of the portion that you want to extract (A99).
Page 115: Saving A Frame From A Movie As A Still Image
Use HI to select m (save) and press Save the k button. Follow the instructions on the screen to save the movie. Notes About Movie Extracting A movie that was created by editing cannot be edited again. The actual trimmed portion of a movie may differ slightly from the portion selected using the start and end points.
Page 116: Connecting The Camera To A Tv, Printer, Or Computer
Connecting the Camera to a TV, Printer, or Computer Utilizing Images ......................... 103 Viewing Images on a TV....................104 Printing Images Without a Computer................ 105 Transferring Images to a Computer (ViewNX-i) ............. 109 Connecting the Camera to a TV, Printer, or Computer Downloaded from ManualsNet.com search engine...
Page 117: Utilizing Images
Utilizing Images In addition to using the SnapBridge app to enjoy the captured images, you can also utilize the images in various ways by connecting the camera to the devices described below. Viewing Images on a TV Images and movies captured with the camera can be viewed on a TV. Connection method: Connect a commercially available HDMI cable to the TV’s HDMI input jack.
Page 118: Viewing Images On A Tv
Viewing Images on a TV Turn off the camera and connect it to the TV. Check the shape and direction of the plugs and do not insert or remove the plugs at an angle. HDMI micro connector (Type D) to HDMI jack Set the TV’s input to external input.
Page 119: Printing Images Without A Computer
Printing Images Without a Computer Users of PictBridge-compatible printers can connect the camera directly to the printer and print images without using a computer. Connecting the Camera to a Printer Turn on the printer. Turn off the camera and connect it to the printer using the USB cable.
Page 120: Printing Images One At A Time
Printing Images One at a Time Use the multi selector JK to select the Print selection desired image and press the k button. Move the zoom control toward f (h) to switch to thumbnail playback or g (i) to switch to full- frame playback.
Page 121: Printing Multiple Images
Printing Multiple Images When the Print selection screen is Print selection displayed, press the d (menu) button. Use the multi selector HI to select Print menu Paper size and press the k button. Select the desired paper size and press the Print selection k button.
Page 122 Print selection Select images (up to 99) and the number of Print selection copies (up to 9) of each. Use the multi selector JK to select images, and use HI to specify the number of copies to be printed. Images selected for printing are indicated by a and the number of copies to be Back printed.
Page 123: Transferring Images To A Computer (Viewnx-I)
Transferring Images to a Computer (ViewNX-i) Installing ViewNX-i ViewNX-i is Nikon software that enables you to transfer images and movies to your computer for viewing and editing. To install ViewNX-i, download the latest version of the ViewNX-i installer from the following website and follow the on-screen instructions to complete installation.
Page 124 If a message is displayed prompting you to choose a program, select Nikon Transfer 2. When using Windows 7 If the dialog shown on the right is displayed, follow the steps below to select Nikon Transfer 2. 1 Under Import pictures and videos, click Change program.
Page 125 If the camera is connected to the computer, turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable. Capture NX-D Capture NX-D is Nikon software that enables you to fine-tune photos or change settings for NEF (RAW) pictures and save them in other formats. Download the software from the website at the URL below.
Page 126: Using The Menu
Using the Menu Menu Operations....................... 113 Menu Lists ..........................116 The Shooting Menu (The Common Shooting Options) ........121 The Shooting Menu (j, k, l, or m Mode) .............124 The Movie Manual Mode Menu ................... 149 The Movie Menu ........................ 150 The Playback Menu......................
Page 127: Menu Operations
Menu Operations You can set the menus listed below by pressing the d (menu) button. 1, 2 A Shooting menu G Movie manual mode menu e Movie menu c Playback menu q Network menu z Setup menu Press the d button when the shooting screen is displayed. Menu icons and available setting options vary depending on the shooting mode.
Page 128 Select a menu option and Time zone and date press the k button. Slot empty release lock Certain menu options cannot be set Monitor settings depending on the current shooting EVF auto toggle mode or the state of the camera. Date stamp Items can also be selected by Self-timer: after release...
Page 129: The Image Selection Screen
The Image Selection Screen When an image selection screen such as the one Erase selected images shown on the right is displayed while operating the camera menu, follow the procedures described below to select the images. Back Use the multi selector JK or rotate it to Erase selected images select the desired image.
Page 130: Menu Lists
Menu Lists The Shooting Menu Enter shooting mode M d button Common Options (Except Movie Manual Mode) Option Default setting Image quality* Normal i 4608×3456 Image size* * Also can be set by pressing the w button (A114). For j, k, l, m, and M Modes Option Default setting Picture Control*...
Page 131: The Movie Manual Mode Menu
Option Default setting Zoom memory Startup zoom position 24 mm M exposure preview * Also can be set by pressing the w button (A114). The Movie Manual Mode Menu Rotate the mode dial to u (Movie manual) M d button M G menu icon M k button Option Default setting...
Page 132: The Playback Menu
The Playback Menu Press the c button (playback mode) M d button Option Mark for upload Quick retouch D-Lighting Skin softening Filter effects Slide show Protect Rotate image Small picture Sequence display options Choose key picture Select an image on the image selection screen. See “The Image Selection Screen” (A115) for more information.
Page 133: The Setup Menu
Option Restore default settings The Setup Menu Press the d button M z menu icon M k button Option Time zone and date Slot empty release lock Monitor settings EVF auto toggle Date stamp Self-timer: after release Vibration reduction* AF assist Digital zoom Assign side zoom control Snap-back zoom...
Page 134 Option Reset file numbering Peaking Reset all Firmware version * Also can be set by pressing the w button (A114). Using the Menu Menu Lists Downloaded from ManualsNet.com search engine...
Page 135: The Shooting Menu (The Common Shooting Options)
You can use a computer to change settings that were set during shooting such as white balance and contrast. File format: RAW (NRW) (Nikon’s own format) Two images are recorded, one RAW image and one fine- RAW + Fine quality JPEG image.
Page 136 RAW Images of This Camera RAW images cannot be processed on this camera. ViewNX-i (A109) needs to be installed on the computer to be able to view RAW images on the computer. RAW images cannot be edited or printed directly. You can adjust images or process RAW images if you transfer RAW images to a computer, and then use software such as Capture NX-D (A111).
Page 137: Image Size
Image Size Enter shooting mode* M d button M shooting mode menu icon M Image size M k button * The image size can be set in any shooting mode other than Movie manual. The setting is also applied to other shooting modes (except shooting mode M, Easy panorama scene mode, and Superlapse movie).
Page 138: The Shooting Menu (J, K, L, Or M Mode)
The Shooting Menu (j, k, l, or m Mode) See “M (User Settings) Mode” (A52) for information about Save user settings and Reset user settings. Picture Control (COOLPIX Picture Control) Rotate the mode dial to j, k, l, m, or M M d button M j, k, l, m, or M M Picture Control M k button menu icon...
Page 139 Customizing Existing COOLPIX Picture Controls: Quick Adjust and Manual Adjust COOLPIX Picture Control can be customized using “Quick adjust”, which allows for balanced adjustment of sharpness, contrast, saturation and other image editing components, or using “Manual adjust”, which allows for detailed adjustment of the components individually.
Page 140 Types of Quick Adjust and Manual Adjust Option Description Adjusts the sharpness, contrast and saturation levels automatically. Setting to the – side reduces the effect of the selected COOLPIX Quick adjust Picture Control, and setting to the + side emphasizes its effect. Default setting: 0 Controls how much outlines are sharpened during shooting.
Page 141 Option Description Controls the tint used in monochrome photographs from B&W (black-and-white), Sepia, and Cyanotype (blue-tinted monochrome). Pressing the multi selector I when Sepia or Cyanotype is Toning selected enables you to select a saturation level. Press JK to adjust the saturation. Default setting: B&W (black-and-white) Quick adjust is not available in Neutral, Monochrome, Custom 1, and Custom 2.
Page 142: Custom Picture Control (Coolpix Custom Picture Control)
Custom Picture Control (COOLPIX Custom Picture Control) Rotate the mode dial to j, k, l, m, or M M d button M j, k, l, m, or M M Custom Picture Control M k button menu icon The setting can also be configured in u (Movie manual) mode. In u (Movie manual) mode, the G menu icon is displayed.
Page 143: White Balance (Adjusting Hue)
White Balance (Adjusting Hue) Rotate the mode dial to j, k, l, m, or M M d button M j, k, l, m, or M M White balance M k button menu icon The setting can also be configured in u (Movie manual) mode. In u (Movie manual) mode, the G menu icon is displayed.
Page 144 Color Temperature Color temperature is an objective measure of colors of light sources which are expressed in the unit of absolute temperature (K: Kelvin). Light sources with lower color temperatures appear more reddish, while light sources with higher color temperatures appear more bluish.
Page 145 Using Preset Manual Follow the procedures described below to measure the white balance value under the lighting used during shooting. Place a white or gray reference object under the lighting that will be used during shooting. Use the multi selector HI to select White balance Auto (normal) Auto (normal)
Page 146: Metering
Metering Rotate the mode dial to j, k, l, m, or M M d button M j, k, l, m, or M menu icon M Metering M k button The process of measuring the brightness of the subject to determine the exposure is known as “metering.”...
Page 147: Continuous Shooting
Continuous Shooting Rotate the mode dial to j, k, l, m, or M M d button M j, k, l, m, or M menu icon M Continuous M k button Option Description Single One image is captured each time the shutter-release button is (default setting) pressed.
Page 148 Notes About Continuous Shooting Focus and exposure are fixed at the values determined with the first shot in each series. White balance is also fixed at the value determined with the first shot in each series, except when using Continuous L or Intvl timer shooting. It may take some time to save the images after shooting.
Page 149 Interval Timer Shooting Rotate the mode dial to j, k, l, m, or M M d button M j, k, l, m, or M menu icon M Continuous M k button Use the multi selector HI to select Continuous Intvl timer shooting X Intvl timer shooting, and then press the k button.
Page 150 Notes About Interval Timer Shooting To prevent the camera from turning off unexpectedly during shooting, use a sufficiently charged battery. If the EH-5b/EH-5c AC Adapter and the EP-5C Power Connector (both available separately) (A209) are used, this camera can be powered from an electrical outlet. Do not, under any circumstances, use an AC adapter other than the EH-5b/EH-5c.
Page 151: Iso Sensitivity
ISO Sensitivity Rotate the mode dial to j, k, l, m, or M M d button M j, k, l, m, or M M ISO sensitivity M k button menu icon The setting can also be configured in u (Movie manual) mode. In u (Movie manual) mode, the G menu icon is displayed.
Page 152 ISO Sensitivity Display on the Shooting Screen When Auto is selected, E is displayed when the ISO sensitivity increases. When Fixed range auto is selected, the maximum value for ISO sensitivity is displayed. Using the Menu The Shooting Menu (j, k, l, or m Mode) Downloaded from ManualsNet.com search engine...
Page 153: Exposure Bracketing
Exposure Bracketing Rotate the mode dial to j, k, or l M d button M j, k, or l menu icon M Exposure bracketing M k button The exposure (brightness) can be changed automatically during continuous shooting. This is effective for shooting when it is difficult to adjust the picture brightness. Option Description Off (default...
Page 154: Af Area Mode
AF Area Mode Rotate the mode dial to j, k, l, m, or M M d button M j, k, l, m, or M menu icon M AF area mode M k button Set how the camera selects the focus area for autofocus. Option Description When the camera detects a human...
Page 155 Option Description Use this function to take pictures of moving subjects. Register the subject on which the camera Subject focuses. The focus area tracking automatically moves to track the subject. See “Using Subject Tracking” (A142) for more information. When the camera detects the main subject, it focuses on that subject.
Page 156 Using Subject Tracking Rotate the mode dial to j, k, l, m, or M M d button M j, k, l, m, or M menu icon M AF area mode M k button M s Subject tracking M k button M d button Register a subject.
Page 157: Autofocus Mode
Autofocus Mode Rotate the mode dial to j, k, l, m, or M M d button M j, k, l, m, or M menu icon M Autofocus mode M k button Set how the camera focuses when shooting still images. Option Description The camera focuses only when the shutter-release button is...
Page 158: Noise Reduction Filter
Noise Reduction Filter Rotate the mode dial to j, k, l, m, or M M d button M j, k, l, m, or M menu icon M Noise reduction filter M k button Set the strength of the noise reduction function that is normally performed when saving images.
Page 159: Multiple Exposure
Multiple Exposure Rotate the mode dial to j, k, l, m, or M M d button M j, k, l, m, or M menu icon M Multiple exposure M k button The camera combines two to three images and saves them as a single image. Option Description Shoots images in multiple exposure mode when set to On.
Page 160 Select On, and then press the k Multiple exposure mode button. Press the d (menu) button to display the shooting screen. Press the shutter-release button to shoot the first image. 2 5 m 0 s 2 5 m 0 s 1 / 2 5 0 1 / 2 5 0 F 5 .
Page 161: Zoom Memory
Zoom Memory Rotate the mode dial to j, k, l, m, or M M d button M j, k, l, m, or M menu icon M Zoom memory M k button Option Description When the zoom control is moved, the zoom position (equivalent to focal length/angle of view in 35mm [135] format) is switched to the positions that have been selected by setting the check box to on in this menu option.
Page 162: Startup Zoom Position
Startup Zoom Position Rotate the mode dial to j, k, l, m, or M M d button M j, k, l, m, or M menu icon M Startup zoom position M k button Set the zoom position (equivalent to focal length/angle of view in 35mm [135] format) for when the camera is turned on.
Page 163: The Movie Manual Mode Menu
The Movie Manual Mode Menu See the menu options listed below. Exposure mode (A94) Picture Control (A124) Custom Picture Control (A128) White balance (A129) ISO sensitivity (A137) Using the Menu The Movie Manual Mode Menu Downloaded from ManualsNet.com search engine...
Page 164: The Movie Menu
The Movie Menu Movie Options Enter shooting mode M d button M e menu icon M Movie options M k button Select the desired movie option to record. Select normal speed movie options to record at normal speed, or HS movie options (A151) to record in slow or fast motion. The movie options that can be selected vary depending on the Frame rate setting (A155).
Page 165 HS Movie Options Recorded movies are played back in fast or slow motion. See “Playing Back in Slow Motion and Fast Motion” (A152). Image size Option Aspect ratio Description (horizontal to vertical) 1/4-speed slow motion movies 640 × 480 Max. recording time: HS 480/4×...
Page 166 Playing Back in Slow Motion and Fast Motion When recording at normal speed: Recording 10 s time Playback 10 s time When recording at a HS 480/4×, or b HS 480/4×: Movies are recorded at 4× normal speed. They are played back in slow motion at 4× slower speed. Recording 10 s time...
Page 167: Autofocus Mode
Autofocus Mode Enter shooting mode M d button M e menu icon M Autofocus mode M k button Set how the camera focuses when recording movies. Option Description Focus is locked when movie recording starts. Single AF Select this option when the distance between the camera and (default setting) the subject will remain fairly consistent.
Page 168: Electronic Vr
Electronic VR Enter shooting mode M d button M e menu icon M Electronic VR M k button Set whether or not to perform electronic VR when recording movies. Option Description Performs electronic VR. The angle of view (i.e., the area seen in the frame) becomes narrower.
Page 169: Zoom Microphone
Zoom Microphone Enter shooting mode M d button M e menu icon M Zoom microphone M k button Option Description In accordance with the angle of view, the camera records sounds over a wide area at the wide-angle zoom position, and (default setting) records sounds in the limited area at the telephoto zoom position.
Page 170: External Mic Sensitivity
External Mic Sensitivity Enter shooting mode M d button M e menu icon M External mic sensitivity M k button Set the sensitivity of the microphone that is connected to the camera's external microphone connector. This option can be set only when an external microphone is connected.
Page 171: The Playback Menu
The Playback Menu See “Editing Images (Still Images)” (A83) for information about image editing functions. Mark for Upload Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M Mark for upload M k button Select still images in the camera and upload them to a smart device that has a wireless connection established with the SnapBridge app.
Page 172: Slide Show
Slide Show Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M Slide show M k button Play back images one by one in an automated “slide show.” When movie files are played back in the slide show, only the first frame of each movie is displayed. Use the multi selector HI to select Slide show Start and press the k button.
Page 173: Protect
Protect Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M Protect M k button The camera protects selected images from accidental deletion. Select images to protect or cancel protection from the image selection screen (A115). Note that formatting the memory card permanently deletes all data including protected files ( 176).
Page 174: Sequence Display Options
Sequence Display Options Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M Sequence display options M k button Select the method used to display images in the sequence (A82). Option Description Displays each image in a sequence individually. F is displayed on Individual pictures the playback screen.
Page 175: The Network Menu
The Network Menu Press the d button M q menu icon M k button Configure the wireless network settings to connect the camera to a smart device or the ML-L7 Remote Control (available separately). When you establish a wireless connection between the camera and a smart device using the SnapBridge app, you can upload images captured with the camera to the smart device or perform remote photography.
Page 176 Option Description SSID*: Change the SSID. Set a 1- to 32-character alphanumeric SSID. Auth./encryp.: Select whether or not to encrypt the communications between the camera and the connected smart device. Communications are not encrypted when Open is selected. Password*: Set the password. Set an 8- to 36-character alphanumeric password.
Page 177: Operating The Text Input Keyboard
Operating the Text Input Keyboard Use the multi selector HIJK to select alphanumeric Text field characters. Press the k button to enter the selected SSID character in the text field and move the cursor to the next space. To move the cursor in the text field, select N or O on the keyboard, and press the k button.
Page 178: The Setup Menu
The Setup Menu Time Zone and Date Press the d button M z menu icon M Time zone and date M k button Set the camera clock. Option Description Sync with Select On to synchronize the date and time setting with a smart device. smart device Enable the clock synchronization function of the SnapBridge app.
Page 179 Setting the Time Zone Use the multi selector HI to select Time zone and date Sync with smart device Time zone and press the k button. Date and time Date format Time zone Select w Home time zone or Time zone x Travel destination and press the Home time zone k button.
Page 180: Slot Empty Release Lock
Slot Empty Release Lock Press the d button M z menu icon M Slot empty release lock M k button Set whether or not the shutter can be released when no memory card is inserted in the camera. Option Description Release locked Unless a memory card is inserted in the camera, the shutter (default setting)
Page 181: Monitor Settings
Monitor Settings Press the d button M z menu icon M Monitor settings M k button Option Description Set whether or not to display the captured image immediately after Image review shooting. Default setting: On Adjust the monitor brightness and hue. Use the multi selector HI to adjust brightness, JK to adjust hue and then press the k button.
Page 182 Virtual Horizon You can check the degree of camera tilt in two directions. Rolling direction Pitching direction 2 5 m 0 s 2 5 m 0 s 2 5 m 0 s 2 5 m 0 s 1 / 2 5 0 1 / 2 5 0 F 5 .
Page 183: Evf Auto Toggle (Automatically Switching The Display To The Viewfinder)
EVF Auto Toggle (Automatically Switching the Display to the Viewfinder) Press the d button M z menu icon M EVF auto toggle M k button Option Description When you bring your face close to the viewfinder, the eye sensor responds to it and the display is automatically switched from the (default setting) monitor to viewfinder.
Page 184: Self-Timer: After Release
Notes About Date Stamp Stamped date and time form a permanent part of image data and cannot be deleted. The date and time cannot be stamped on images after they have been captured. The date and time cannot be stamped in the following situations: - When the scene mode is set to Sports, Night portrait (when set to Hand-held), Night landscape (when set to Hand-held), Backlighting (when HDR is set to On), Easy panorama, Pet portrait (when set to Continuous), Multiple exp.
Page 185: Vibration Reduction
Vibration Reduction Press the d button M z menu icon M Vibration reduction M k button Select the vibration reduction setting used when shooting. Select Off when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting. Option Description Normal Suited to capturing images of subjects that are not moving. (default setting) Suited to capturing images if a relatively large camera shake is Active...
Page 186: Af Assist
AF Assist Press the d button M z menu icon M AF assist M k button Option Description The AF-assist illuminator automatically lights up when you press the shutter-release button under dim lighting. The illuminator has a range of about 5.0 m (16 ft) at the maximum Auto wide-angle position and about 7.0 m (22 ft) at the maximum (default setting)
Page 187: Assign Side Zoom Control
Assign Side Zoom Control Press the d button M z menu icon M Assign side zoom control M k button Choose the function to be performed during shooting when the side zoom control is moved. Option Description When shooting, use the side zoom control (A23) to adjust the Zoom (default setting) zoom.
Page 188: Control Ring Options
Control Ring Options Press the d button M z menu icon M Control ring options M k button Select the option for the control ring when the focus-mode selector is set to q (autofocus). Option Description Exposure Exposure compensation (A69) can be set with the control compensation ring.
Page 189: Ae/Af Lock Button
AE/AF Lock Button Press the d button M z menu icon M AE/AF lock button M k button Set the function to be performed when the o (AE-L/AF-L) button is pressed while shooting. Option Description Locks both the focus and exposure while the o button is AE/AF lock (default setting) pressed.
Page 190: Auto Off
Auto Off Press the d button M z menu icon M Auto off M k button Set the amount of time that elapses before the camera enters standby mode (A24). You can select 30 s, 1 min (default setting), 5 min, or 30 min. Setting the Auto Off Function The time that passes before the camera enters standby mode is fixed in the following situations:...
Page 191: Hdmi
HDMI Press the d button M z menu icon M HDMI M k button Set the HDMI output of the camera. You can output the live view image to HDMI-compatible devices without the information display, or set the output resolution. Option Description Output the live view image without the information display...
Page 192 Option Description Select the image resolution when Clean HDMI output is set to On. HDMI The image resolution setting is fixed at Auto when Clean HDMI output output is set to Off. The camera screen does not turn on while the camera is connected to an HDMI- compatible device.
Page 193: Charge By Computer
Charge by Computer Press the d button M z menu icon M Charge by computer M k button Option Description When the camera is connected to a computer that is running (A103), the battery inserted into the camera is automatically a Auto charged using power supplied by the computer.
Page 194: Image Comment
Image Comment Press the d button M z menu icon M Image comment M k button Attach a comment that was previously registered to images that will be captured. You can imprint the attached comment to images that will be sent to a smart device using the SnapBridge app.
Page 195: Copyright Information
Attach copyright info setting. Also, make sure that the artist name and copyright owner name are blank. Nikon is not responsible for any kind of trouble or damage resulting from the use of Copyright information.
Page 196: Location Data
Location Data Press the d button M z menu icon M Location data M k button Set whether or not to add shooting location information to the images that you take. Option Description Select Yes to add location information from a smart device Download from device to the images that you take.
Page 197: Reset File Numbering
Reset File Numbering Press the d button M z menu icon M Reset file numbering M k button When Yes is selected, the sequential numbering of file numbers is reset (A208). After resetting, a new folder is created and the file number for the next image captured starts with “0001.”...
Page 198: Peaking
Peaking Press the d button M z menu icon M Peaking M k button Option Description When operating manual focus, focusing is assisted by highlighting areas that are in focus in white on the image displayed on the (default setting) screen (A67, 68).
Page 199: Technical Notes
Technical Notes Notices........................... 186 Notes About Wireless Communication Functions ..........188 Caring for the Product ..................... 190 The Camera ......................... 190 The Battery ........................191 The Charging AC Adapter..................193 Memory Cards......................193 Cleaning and Storage ...................... 195 Cleaning ........................195 Storage .........................
Page 200: Notices
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. 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.
Page 201 Nikon Inc., 1300 Walt Whitman Road, Melville, New York 11747-3064, U.S.A. Tel: 631-547-4200 Notice for Customers in Canada CAN ICES-3 B / NMB-3 B Notices for Customers in Europe CAUTION: RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE.
Page 202: Notes About Wireless Communication Functions
(products purchased in the EU or EFTA can be used anywhere within the EU and EFTA). Nikon does not accept liability for use in other countries. Users who are unsure as to the original country of sale should consult with their local Nikon service center or Nikon-authorized service representative.
Page 203 Notice for Customers in Europe Declaration of Conformity (Europe) Hereby, Nikon Corporation declares that the radio equipment type COOLPIX P1000 is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: http://imaging.nikon.com/support/pdf/DoC_P1000.pdf.
Page 204: Caring For The Product
Caring for the Product Observe the precautions described below in addition to the warnings in “For Your Safety” (Avi-ix) when using or storing the device. The Camera Do Not Apply Strong Impact to the Camera The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shock or vibration. In addition, do not touch or apply force to the lens.
Page 205: The Battery
If you notice any abnormalities such as excessive heat, smoke, or an unusual smell coming from the battery, immediately discontinue use and consult your retailer or Nikon- authorized service representative. After removing the battery from the camera or optional battery charger, put the battery in a plastic bag, etc.
Page 206 Carrying Spare Batteries Whenever possible, carry fully charged spare batteries when taking pictures on important occasions. Using the Battery When Cold On cold days, the capacity of batteries tends to decrease. If an exhausted battery is used at a low temperature, the camera may not turn on. Keep spare batteries in a warm place and exchange as necessary.
Page 207: The Charging Ac Adapter
The Charging AC Adapter The EH-73P/EH-73PCH Charging AC Adapter is for use only with compatible devices. Do not use with another make or model of device. Do not use any USB cable other than the UC-E21. Using a USB cable other than the UC-E21 could result in overheating, fire or electric shock.
Page 208 Formatting Do not format the memory card using a computer. 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. We recommend formatting new memory cards with this camera before using them with this camera.
Page 209: Cleaning And Storage
Cleaning and Storage Cleaning Do not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals. 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).
Page 210: Error Messages
Error Messages Refer to the table below if an error message is displayed. Display Cause/Solution Battery temperature is elevated. The The camera turns off automatically. Wait until the camera will turn off. camera or battery temperature has cooled before – The camera will turn resuming use.
Page 211 Turn the camera off to normal operation. If the error persists after turning and then on again. the camera off and on, contact your retailer or Nikon- authorized service representative. Speedlight setting A Speedlight function that cannot be used with the error camera is set.
Page 212 Display Cause/Solution Printer error: check After solving the problem, select Resume and press the – k button to resume printing.* printer status. Printer error: check Load the specified size of paper, select Resume, and – press the k button to resume printing.* paper.
Page 213: Troubleshooting
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. Power, Display, Settings Issues Problem Cause/Solution Wait for recording to end. If the problem persists, turn the camera off.
Page 214 Problem Cause/Solution Confirm all connections. When connected to a computer, the camera may not charge for any of the reasons described below. - Off is selected for Charge by computer in the setup 113, menu. - Battery charging stops if the camera is turned off. –...
Page 215 Problem Cause/Solution Screen for The clock battery is exhausted; all settings were restored to setting time their default values. Configure the camera settings again. zone and date is The internal clock battery is used to power the camera clock displayed when and to retain certain settings.
Page 216 Problem Cause/Solution The subject is too close. Try shooting using the Scene auto 31, 34, selector or Close-up scene mode, or the macro close-up 36, 54, focus mode. Incorrect focus mode setting. Check or change the setting. The subject is hard to focus on. Set AF assist in the setup menu to Auto.
Page 217 Problem Cause/Solution No sound when Off is selected for Shutter sound in Sound settings in the the shutter is setup menu. No sound is produced with some shooting 113, released. modes and settings, even when On is selected. Off is selected for the AF assist option in the setup menu. AF- AF-assist assist illuminator may not light depending on the position of 113,...
Page 218 Problem Cause/Solution It may take more time to save images in the following situations: – When the noise reduction function is in operation When the flash mode is set to V (auto with red-eye reduction/red-eye reduction) When capturing images in the following scene modes. 34, 36 - Noise reduction burst in Landscape or Close-up - Hand-held in Night landscape...
Page 219 Problem Cause/Solution Playback zoom cannot be used with movies. This camera may not be able to zoom in on images captured Cannot zoom in with another make or model of digital camera. – on image. When zooming in on a small-sized image, the magnification rate shown on the screen may differ from the actual magnification rate of the image.
Page 220 Problem Cause/Solution Perform the operations described below when uploading automatically. - On the camera, set Network menu M Send while shooting M Still images to Yes. - In the A tab of the SnapBridge app M Auto link – Cannot upload options M turn on Auto link.
Page 221 The camera is not recognized by the computer. – connected to a The computer is not set to start Nikon Transfer 2 – computer. automatically. For more information about Nikon Transfer 2, refer to help information contained in ViewNX-i.
Page 222: File Names
File Names Images or movies are assigned file names as follows. File name: DSCN0001.JPG Not shown on the screen of the camera. DSCN: Original still images, movies, still images created by the movie editing function SSCN: Small picture copies (1) Identifier RSCN: Cropped copies FSCN: Images created by an image editing function other than crop and small picture, movies created by the movie editing...
Page 223: Optional Accessories
Optional Accessories MH-29 Battery Charger Battery charger Charging time is about 3 hours for a fully exhausted battery. EH-5b/EH-5c AC Adapter and EP-5C Power Connector When the power connector is inserted into the camera and the AC adapter is connected, the camera can be powered from an electrical outlet.
Page 224 ME-1 Stereo External Microphone microphone connector ME-W1 Wireless Microphone Connect the audio cable (included with the External wireless microphone) to microphone the headphone jack of the receiver and the external microphone connector of the camera. See the documentation provided with the ME-W1 for more information.
Page 225: Speedlights (External Flash Units)
Speedlight, resulting in product damage. Use Only Nikon Flash Accessories Use only Nikon Speedlights. Flash units of other manufacturers (with voltages over 250 V applied to the camera’s X sync contact, or causing short circuit at the accessory shoe contact) could not only prevent normal operation, but damage the sync circuitry of the camera or flash.
Page 226 Functions That Can Be Used in Combination with the Speedlight SB-5000 SB-700 SB-500 i-TTL balanced fill-flash – – – i-TTL Standard i-TTL flash Auto aperture flash – – Non-TTL auto flash – – – Manual flash – Distance-priority manual flash –...
Page 227: Ml-L7 Remote Control
ML-L7 Remote Control You can pair the camera with the ML-L7 Remote Control (available separately) (A216) via Bluetooth, and use it to control the camera. The functions described in “Parts and Functions of the Remote Control (for P1000)” (A214) can be performed when shooting with this camera.
Page 228 Parts and Functions of the Remote Control (for P1000) Parts Function Zooms out when the – button is pressed and zooms in – button/+ button when the + button is pressed, while the shooting screen is displayed. Starts recording a movie when the button is pressed, Movie recording button and stops recording when pressed again.
Page 229 Parts Function Applies the selected item. When adjusting manual k (apply selection) button focus, press this button to stop focusing. w1 (Function 1) / w2 Cannot be used with this camera. (Function 2) buttons Status Lamp on the Remote Control (for P1000) Color Status Description...
Page 230 Pairing the Camera and Remote Control Before using the remote control for the first time, it must be paired with the camera. Press the d button on the camera. Press the multi selector J, use HI to select the q menu icon, and press the k button.
Page 231 Press and hold (for at least three seconds) the power button on the remote control. Pairing starts for the camera and remote control. While the process is being performed, the status lamp on the remote control flashes about every 0.5 second. When pairing is complete, a connection is established between the camera and the remote control.
Page 232: Specifications
Specifications Nikon COOLPIX P1000 Digital Camera Type Compact digital camera Number of effective 16.0 million (Image processing may reduce the pixels number of effective pixels.) 6.2 × 4.6 mm (1/2.3-in. type) CMOS; approx. 16.79 million total Image sensor pixels Lens NIKKOR lens with 125×...
Page 233 Media SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card File system DCF and Exif 2.31 compliant Still images: JPEG, RAW (NRW) (Nikon’s own format) File formats Movies: MP4 (Video: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, Audio: AAC stereo) Image size 16 M 4608×3456, 8 M 3264×2448, 4 M 2272×1704, 2 M Still image 1600×1200, 16:9 12 M 4608×2592, 3:2 14 M 4608×3072,...
Page 234 Flash [W]: Approx. 0.3–12 m (12 in.–41 ft) Approx. 5.0–8.0 m (17–26 ft) (focal length equivalent to that of Range of built-in 2000 mm lens in 35mm [135] format) flash (approx.) When focal length is equivalent to that of 3000 mm lens in (ISO sensitivity: Auto) 35mm [135] format: Approx.
Page 235 One EN-EL20a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery (included) Power sources EH-5b/EH-5c AC Adapter; requires EP-5C Power Connector (available separately) Approx. 3 h (when using EH-73P/EH-73PCH Charging AC Charging time Adapter and when no charge remains) Battery life Still images Approx. 250 shots when using EN-EL20a Movie recording (actual battery life for Approx.
Page 236 D AC, E DC, F Class II equipment (The construction of the product is double-insulated.) 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.
Page 237: Memory Cards That Can Be Used
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Page 238 Alliance. All other trade names mentioned in this manual or the other documentation provided with your Nikon product are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Use of the Made for Apple badge means that an accessory has been designed to connect specifically to the Apple products identified in the badge, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards.
Page 239: Index
Index AE/AF lock button......119, 175 Symbols A Auto mode ........31, 32 AF area mode......70, 116, 140 p Creative mode......31, 44 AF assist ..........119, 172 y Scene mode......31, 33 AF-assist illuminator........2 Airplane mode ........ 118, 161 l Aperture-priority auto mode ...............
Page 240 Color temperature........130 EVF auto toggle ......119, 169 Command dial ........7, 46 EVF options ..........167 Computer.......... 103, 109 Exposure bracketing....116, 139 Connect to smart device ... 118, 161 Exposure compensation....54, 69 Connection to remote ....118, 161 Exposure mode .........
Page 241 Full-time AF........143, 153 Metering........70, 116, 132 Microphone (stereo)........2 Functions that cannot be used simultaneously..........75 Micro-USB connector..3, 17, 105, 109 Minimum shutter speed ...... 137 Mode dial........2, 5, 22, 31 HDMI ............. 119, 177 Monitor ........4, 8, 18, 195 HDMI micro connector....
Page 242 Scene auto selector x..31, 33, 34 Picture Control ..........70, 116, 117, 124 Scene mode..........31, 33 Playback ........... 27, 90 Selective color I....... 33, 38 Playback menu ....... 118, 157 Self-timer ..........54, 58 Playback mode ..........27 Self-timer lamp ......
Page 243 Superlapse movie o...... 33, 98 Zoom microphone....... 117, 155 Sync with smart device ......164 Target finding AF......63, 141 Telephoto............71 Thumbnail playback......27, 81 Time difference.......... 164 Time setting (long time-exposure) ................50 Time zone ..........19, 165 Time zone and date....
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