Page 42 DIGITAL CAMERA Reference Manual...
Page 43 Feature Highlights of the COOLPIX L610 Let your camera take over G (Easy Auto) Mode..........A 36 Simply point the camera at the subject and your camera selects the appropriate scene mode. Spend less time changing camera settings and more time taking pictures! Add special effects to capture truly unique shots Special Effects Mode..........
Page 44 Introduction Parts of the Camera The Basics of Shooting and Playback Shooting Features Playback Features Recording and Playing Back Movies General Camera Setup Reference Section Technical Notes and Index...
Page 45: Read This First
Introduction Read This First Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX L610 digital camera. Before using the camera, please read the information in “For Your Safety” (A vii) and familiarize yourself with the information provided in this manual. After reading, please keep this manual handy and refer to it to enhance your enjoyment of your new camera.
Page 46: About This Manual
About This Manual If you want to start using the camera right away, see “The Basics of Shooting and Playback” (A 13). To learn about the parts of the camera and information that is displayed in the monitor, see “Parts of the Camera” (A 1). Other Information •...
Page 47: 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 48 • 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 49 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.
Page 50: For Your Safety
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.
Page 51 Do not remain in contact with • The EN-MH2 rechargeable batteries the camera, battery charger, are for use with Nikon digital or AC adapter for extended cameras only, and are compatible periods while the devices are with COOLPIX L610.
Page 52 Continued use could and output jacks, use only the cables result in fire. provided or sold by Nikon for the • Do not handle the power cable or purpose, to maintain compliance with go near the battery charger during product regulations.
Page 53 CD-ROMs Turn the power off when using inside an airplane or the The CD-ROMs included with this device hospital should not be played back on audio CD Turn the power off while inside the equipment. Playing CD-ROMs on an airplane during take off or landing. audio CD player could cause hearing Follow the instructions of the hospital loss or damage the equipment.
Page 54: Notices
Nikon determined by turning the equipment Corporation may void the user’s off and on, the user is encouraged to try authority to operate the equipment.
Page 55 Interface Cables Symbol for Separate Collection in European Countries Use the interface cables sold or provided by Nikon for your equipment. This symbol indicates that Using other interface cables may this product is to be exceed the limits of Class B Part 15 of collected separately.
Page 56: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Step 4 Focus and Shoot........28 Introduction ........... ii The Shutter-release Button ......29 Read This First ............ii Step 5 Play Back Images ......... 30 Confirming the Package Contents....ii Step 6 Delete Images........32 About This Manual ..........iii Information and Precautions......
Page 57 Focusing............... 67 Reference Section ......... E1 Using Face Detection .......... 67 Using Easy Panorama Target Finding AF........... 69 (Shooting and Playback) ......E3 Focus Lock..............71 Shooting with Easy Panorama ....E3 Viewing Images Captured with Easy Playback Features........73 Panorama ..............
Page 58 The Setup Menu ......... E69 Connecting the Camera to a TV (Viewing Images on a TV)......E27 Welcome Screen..........E69 Time Zone and Date........E70 Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print)..........E29 Monitor Settings ..........E73 Connecting the Camera to a Printer... E30 Print Date (Imprinting Date and Time) ...
Page 59 Technical Notes and Index....F1 Caring for the Product ......... F2 The Camera............F2 Batteries..............F3 Memory Cards............F5 Cleaning and Storage........F6 Cleaning..............F6 Storage ..............F7 Troubleshooting ..........F8 Specifications ..........F17 Approved Memory Cards......F21 Supported Standards........F21 Index..............
Page 60: Parts Of The Camera
Parts of the Camera This chapter describes the parts of the camera and explains information that is displayed in the monitor. The Camera Body............2 Attaching the Camera Strap..............4 Raising and Lowering the Flash ...............5 Using Menus (d Button)........6 The Monitor.............8 Shooting Mode ....................8 Playback Mode ....................
Page 61: The Camera Body
: Thumbnail playback ......75 Lens i : Playback zoom........74 Power connector cover (for AC adapter j : Help.............. 38 available separately from Nikon)..15, E95 Shutter-release button........28 Connector cover..........80 Power switch/power-on lamp ....22 USB/audio/video output connector..80 Self-timer lamp.............
Page 62 K (flash pop-up) control ...... 5, 53 l (delete) button..........32 d button ....... 6, 63, 78, 93, 98 Flash lamp............... 55 b (e movie-record) button..... 90 Battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover......14, 16 A (shooting mode) button ............36, 37, 46, 48, 51 Tripod socket ..........F19 c (playback) button.......
Page 63: Attaching The Camera Strap
Attaching the Camera Strap Pass the strap through either the left or right strap eyelet and attach the strap.
Page 64: Raising And Lowering The Flash
Raising and Lowering the Flash Slide the K (flash pop-up) control to raise the flash. • Flash settings ➝ “Using the Flash (Flash Modes)” (A 53) • Push the flash down gently to lower the flash until it clicks into place when not in use.
Page 65: Using Menus (D Button)
Using Menus (d Button) You can use the multi selector and the k button to navigate the menus. Press the d button. Press the multi selector J. • The menu is displayed. • The current tab is displayed in yellow. Shooting menu Image mode White balance...
Page 66 Press H or I to select an item Press the k button. in the menu. • The settings for the item you selected are displayed. Vibration reduction Set up Welcome screen Time zone and date O ff Monitor settings Print date Vibration reduc tion Motion detec tion AF assist...
Page 67: The Monitor
The Monitor • The information that is displayed in the monitor during shooting and playback changes depending on the camera’s settings and state of use. By default, information is displayed when you turn on the camera and also when you operate the camera, and disappears after a few seconds (Monitor settings (A 98) >...
Page 68 Shooting mode.....36, 37, 46, 48, 51 Movie recording time........92 Macro mode ............58 Aperture value ............29 Zoom indicator ..........27, 58 Shutter speed............29 Focus indicator............. 28 Focus area (face detection, pet detection) ........28, 43, 48 AE/AF-L indicator..........44 Focus area (target finding AF).....64, 69 Flash mode.............
Page 69: Playback Mode
Playback Mode 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 : 3 0 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 : 3 0 9 9 9 9 . J P G 9 9 9 9 .
Page 70 Date of recording ..........18 Internal memory indicator ......30 Easy panorama playback guide ... 42, E6 Time of recording..........18 Sequence playback guide .... 31, E14 Voice memo indicator.....79, E59 Movie playback indicator.......94 Album icon in favorite pictures mode Volume indicator..........95 ................76, E7 Quick retouch icon ......
Page 72: The Basics Of Shooting And Playback
The Basics of Shooting and Playback Preparation Preparation 1 Insert the Batteries ..................14 Preparation 2 Insert a Memory Card................16 Preparation 3 Set the Display Language, Date, and Time........18 Shooting Step 1 Turn the Camera On....................22 Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode..................24 Step 3 Frame a Picture .......................26 Step 4 Focus and Shoot.....................28 Playback...
Page 73: Preparation 1 Insert The Batteries
Preparation 1 Insert the Batteries Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. • Before opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover, hold the camera upside down to prevent the batteries from falling out. Insert the batteries. • Confirm that the positive (+) and negative (–) terminals are oriented correctly as described on the label at the entrance of the battery chamber, and insert the batteries.
Page 74 Removing the Batteries • Turn the camera off and be sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have turned off before opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. • The camera, batteries, or memory card may be hot immediately after using the camera. Observe caution when removing the batteries or memory card.
Page 75: Preparation 2 Insert A Memory Card
Preparation 2 Insert a Memory Card Turn off the camera and open the battery- chamber/memory card slot cover. • When the camera turns off, the power-on lamp and the monitor turn off. • Before opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover, hold the camera upside down to prevent the batteries from falling out.
Page 76: Internal Memory And Memory Cards
Removing the Memory Card Turn the camera off and be sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have turned off before opening the battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover. Gently push the memory card into the camera (1) to partially eject the card, and then remove the card (2).
Page 77: Preparation 3 Set The Display Language, Date, And Time
Preparation 3 Set the Display Language, Date, and Time When the camera is turned on for the first time, the language-selection screen and the date and time setting screen for the camera clock are displayed. Press the power switch to turn on the camera. •...
Page 78 Press J or K to select your home time zone and then press the L o n d o n k button. C a s a b l a n c a • Press H to enable daylight saving time. When the daylight saving time function is enabled, W is displayed at the top of the Back...
Page 79 Press the A button. • The lens extends and the shooting-mode selection screen Press this button in is displayed. shooting mode for shooting-mode selection menu. When Easy auto mode is displayed, press the Easy auto mode k button. • The camera enters the shooting mode and you can take pictures in Easy auto mode (A 24).
Page 80 Changing the Language Setting and the Date and Time Setting • You can change these settings using the Language (E83) and Time zone and date (E70) settings in the z setup menu (A 98). • You can enable and disable daylight saving time by selecting the z setup menu > Time zone and date (E70) >...
Page 81: Step 1 Turn The Camera On
Step 1 Turn the Camera On Press the power switch. • The lens extends and the monitor turns on. • Slide the K (flash pop-up) control to raise the flash (A 5). Check the battery level indicator and the Battery level indicator number of exposures remaining.
Page 82: Turning The Camera On And Off
Turning the Camera On and Off • When the camera is turned on, the power-on lamp (green) lights and then the monitor turns on (the power-on lamp turns off when the monitor turns on). • To turn off the camera, press the power switch. When the camera turns off, the power-on lamp and the monitor turn off.
Page 83: Step 2 Select A Shooting Mode
Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode Press the A button. • The shooting-mode selection menu, which allows you to select the desired shooting mode, is displayed. Press the multi selector H or I to Easy auto mode select the desired shooting mode and then press the k button.
Page 84: Available Shooting Modes
Available Shooting Modes The camera automatically selects the optimum scene mode when G Easy auto mode (A 36) you frame a picture. Camera settings are optimized according to the scene that you select. • To select a scene, first display the shooting-mode selection b Scene (A 37) menu and then press the multi selector K.
Page 85: Step 3 Frame A Picture
Step 3 Frame a Picture Hold the camera steady. • Keep fingers, hair, the camera strap, and other objects away from the lens, flash, AF-assist illuminator, and microphone. Frame the picture. Shooting mode icon • Aim the camera at the desired subject. •...
Page 86: Using The Zoom
Easy Auto Mode • Depending upon shooting conditions, the camera may not select the desired scene mode. In this case, select another shooting mode (A 37, 46, 48, 51). • When the digital zoom is in effect, the scene mode changes to U. When Using a Tripod •...
Page 87: Step 4 Focus And Shoot
Step 4 Focus and Shoot Press the shutter-release button halfway (A 29). • When a face is detected: The camera focuses on the face framed by the yellow double border (focus area). When the subject is in focus, the double border glows green. 1 / 2 5 0 1 / 2 5 0 F 3.3...
Page 88: The Shutter-Release Button
The Shutter-release Button To set focus and exposure (shutter speed and aperture value), press the shutter-release button halfway, stopping when you feel Press halfway resistance. Focus and exposure remain locked while the shutter- release button is pressed halfway. While pressing the shutter-release button halfway, press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to release the shutter and take a picture.
Page 89: Step 5 Play Back Images
Step 5 Play Back Images Press the c (playback) button. • The camera switches to playback mode and the last image saved is displayed in full-frame playback mode. c (playback) button Use the multi selector to select an image to Displays the previous image display.
Page 90: More Information
Viewing Images • Images may be displayed briefly at low resolution immediately after switching to the previous image or next image. • When you play back images in which the face of a person (A 67) or pet (A 43) was detected at the time of shooting, depending on the orientation of the detected face, the images are automatically rotated for playback display.
Page 91: Step 6 Delete Images
Step 6 Delete Images Press the l button to delete the image currently displayed in the monitor. Press the multi selector H or I to select the desired deletion method and then press the Delete k button. • Current image: Only the current image is deleted. Current image •...
Page 92 Operating the Erase Selected Images Screen Press the multi selector J or K to select an Erase selec ted images image to be deleted, and then press H to display y. • To undo the selection, press I to remove y. •...
Page 94: Shooting Features
Shooting Features This chapter describes the camera’s shooting modes and the features that are available when using each shooting mode. You can adjust settings according to the shooting conditions and the kind of pictures you want to take. G (Easy Auto) Mode..........36 Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) ..
Page 95: G (Easy Auto) Mode
G (Easy Auto) Mode The camera automatically selects the optimum scene mode when you frame a picture. Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M G (easy auto) mode M k button Automatic Scene Selection The camera automatically selects one of the following scenes when you point the camera at a subject: •...
Page 96: Scene Mode
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) When one of the following scenes is selected, camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected scene. Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M b (second icon from the top*) M K M H, I, J, K M select a scene M k button * The last icon you selected is displayed.
Page 97: To View A Description Of Each Scene
To View a Description of Each Scene Select the desired scene from the scene selection screen and rotate the zoom control (A 2) to g (j) to view a description of that scene. To return to the original screen, rotate the zoom control to g (j) again.
Page 98: Night Portrait O
e Night portrait • The flash always fires. Raise the flash before shooting. • When the camera detects a person’s face, it focuses on that face (A 67). • The skin softening feature makes the skin tones in people’s faces appear smoother (A 50). •...
Page 99: Night Landscape
j Night landscape • After you select j Night landscape, select Y Hand-held or Z Tripod on the next screen. • Y Hand-held (default setting): Select this option to produce shots with reduced blurring and noise even when the camera is hand-held. - When the j icon in the upper left of the monitor lights in green, press the shutter-release button all the way to capture a series of images that will be combined and saved as a single image.
Page 100 u Food • Macro mode (A 58) is enabled and the camera automatically zooms to the closest position at which it can shoot. • You can adjust hue by pressing the multi selector H or I. The hue setting is saved in the camera’s memory even after the camera is turned off.
Page 101 o Backlighting • The flash always fires. Raise the flash before shooting. • The camera focuses on the area in the center of the frame. p Easy panorama • You can take a panorama picture simply by moving the camera in the desired direction. •...
Page 102 O Pet portrait • When you aim the camera at the face of a dog or cat, the camera can detect the face and focus on it. By default, the camera automatically releases the shutter once it has focused (pet portrait auto release).
Page 103 s 3D photography • The camera captures one image for each eye to simulate a 3D image on a 3D-compatible TV or monitor. • After taking the first picture by pressing the shutter-release button, move the camera horizontally to the right so that the subject is aligned with the guide on the monitor.
Page 104 Playing Back 3D Images • 3D images cannot be played back in 3D on the camera monitor. Only the left eye image of a 3D image is displayed during playback. • To view 3D images in 3D, a 3D-compatible TV or monitor is required. Use a 3D-compatible HDMI cable to connect the camera and these devices (A 80) for 3D viewing.
Page 105: Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting)
Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting) Effects can be applied to images when shooting. Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M G (third icon from the top*) M K M H, I, J, K M select an effect M k button * The last icon you selected is displayed.
Page 106: Changing Special Effects Mode Settings
Changing Special Effects Mode Settings • Features that can be set using the multi selector (A 52) ➝ Flash mode (A 53), self-timer (A 56), macro mode (A 58), and exposure compensation (A 60) • Features that can be set by pressing the d button ➝ Image mode (image size and quality;...
Page 107: Smart Portrait Mode (Capturing Smiling Faces)
Smart Portrait Mode (Capturing Smiling Faces) When the camera detects a smiling face, you can take a picture automatically without pressing the shutter-release button (smile timer). You can use the skin softening option to smooth the skin tones in people’s faces. Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M F Smart portrait mode M k button Frame the picture.
Page 108: Changing Smart Portrait Mode Settings
Notes About Smart Portrait Mode • Digital zoom cannot be used. • Under some shooting conditions, the camera may be unable to detect faces or detect smiles. • “Using Face Detection” ➝ A 67 Auto Off When Using Smile Timer When Smile timer is set to On, the auto off function (A 98) is activated and the camera turns off when either of the situations indicated below persists and no other operations are performed.
Page 109: Using Skin Softening
Using Skin Softening When the shutter is released in one of the following shooting modes, the camera detects one or more person’s faces (up to three), and processes the image to soften facial skin tones. • Portrait or Night portrait in G (easy auto) mode (A 36) •...
Page 110: A (Auto) Mode
A (Auto) Mode Used for general shooting. Settings can be adjusted in the shooting menu (A 63) to suit the shooting conditions and the type of picture you want to take. Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M A (auto) mode M k button •...
Page 111: Features That Can Be Set Using The Multi Selector
Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector When shooting, the multi selector H, I, J, and K can be used to set the following features. X (flash mode) n (self-timer), o (exposure compensation) pet portrait auto release p (macro mode) Available Features The features that are available vary with the shooting mode, as shown below.
Page 112: Using The Flash (Flash Modes)
Using the Flash (Flash Modes) In dark locations or when the subject is backlit, you can take pictures with the flash by raising the flash. When using A (auto) mode and other shooting modes, you can set the flash mode. Slide the K (flash pop-up) control.
Page 113: Available Flash Modes
Available Flash Modes Auto The flash fires automatically when lighting is dim. Auto with red-eye reduction Reduces red-eye in portraits caused by the flash (A 55). Fill flash The flash fires whenever a picture is taken. Use to “fill-in” (illuminate) shadows and backlit subjects.
Page 114 Lowering the Flash Push the flash down gently to lower the flash until it clicks into place when not in use (A 5). The Flash Lamp The flash lamp indicates the status of the flash when you press the shutter-release button halfway. •...
Page 115: Using The Self-Timer
Using the Self-timer The camera’s self-timer can release the shutter about 10 seconds after you press the shutter- release button. The self-timer is useful when you want to be in the picture you are taking, or when you want to avoid the effects of camera shake that occur when you press the shutter-release button. When using the self-timer, use of a tripod is recommended.
Page 116 Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down. • The self-timer starts, and the number of seconds remaining before the shutter is released is displayed in the monitor. The self-timer lamp flashes while the timer is counting down. About 1 / 2 5 0 1 / 2 5 0 F 3.3...
Page 117: Using Macro Mode
Using Macro Mode When using macro mode, the camera can focus on objects as close as about 1 cm (0.4 in.) from the lens. This feature is useful when taking close-up pictures of flowers and other small subjects. Press the multi selector I (p macro mode). Press H or I to select ON and then press the k button.
Page 118 Notes About Using the Flash The flash may be unable to light the entire subject at distances of less than 50 cm (1 ft 8 in.). Sound Made as the Camera Focuses When Using Macro Mode When macro mode is set to ON, the camera may focus even when you do not press the shutter- release button halfway, depending on the shooting mode and other settings.
Page 119: Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation)
Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation) You can adjust overall image brightness. Press the multi selector K (o exposure compensation). Press H or I 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.
Page 120: Default Settings
Default Settings Default settings for each shooting mode are described below. Exposure Flash Self-timer Macro compensation (A 53) (A 56) (A 58) (A 60) G (easy auto) (A 36) G (special effects) (A 46) F (smart portrait) (A 48) U A (auto) (A 51) Scene b (A 38)
Page 121 Exposure Flash Self-timer Macro compensation (A 53) (A 56) (A 58) (A 60) O (A 43) s (A 44) Setting is used when the flash is raised. The setting cannot be changed. The camera automatically selects the flash mode appropriate for the scene it has selected.
Page 122: Features That Can Be Set By Pressing The D Button (Shooting Menu)
Features That Can Be Set by Pressing the d Button (Shooting Menu) When shooting, you can set the following features by pressing the d button. Shooting menu Image mode White balance Continuous ISO sensitivity Color options 2 9 m 0 s 2 9 m 0 s AF area mode 8 6 0...
Page 123: Available Shooting Menus
Available Shooting Menus Option Description Allows you to select the combination of image size and image quality Image mode used when saving images. Allows you to adjust white balance to suit the light source in order to make the colors in images match what you see with your eye. The White balance available settings are Auto (default setting), Preset manual, Daylight, Incandescent, Fluorescent, Cloudy, and Flash.
Page 124: Features That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously
Features That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously Certain features cannot be used simultaneously. Restricted Option Descriptions function When a setting other than Single is selected, the flash Continuous (A 64) cannot be used. Flash mode Blink proof (A 64) When Blink proof is set to On, the flash cannot be used. When Smile timer is used for shooting, the self-timer Self-timer Smile timer (A 64)
Page 125 Restricted Option Descriptions function When a setting other than Single is selected, the Shutter sound Continuous (A 64) shutter sound is not heard. Notes About Digital Zoom • Depending on the shooting mode or the current settings, digital zoom may not be used (E79). •...
Page 126: Focusing
Focusing This camera uses autofocus to focus automatically when shooting. The focus area varies depending on the shooting mode. Here, we will explain how to use focus areas and focus lock. Using Face Detection In the following shooting modes, the camera uses face detection to automatically focus on people’s faces.
Page 127 Notes About Face Detection • The camera’s ability to detect faces depends on a variety of factors, including whether or not the subject is facing the camera. 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 •...
Page 128: Target Finding Af
Target Finding AF When AF area mode (A 64) in A (auto) mode is set to Target finding AF, the camera adjusts the focus during the following operations if you press the shutter-release button halfway: • When the camera detects the main subject, it focuses on that subject.
Page 129 Notes About Target Finding AF • The subject that is detected as the main subject depends on the shooting conditions. • When White balance is set to any setting other than Auto, the camera does not detect the main subject. •...
Page 130: Focus Lock
Focus Lock When the camera focuses on an object in the center of the frame, you can use focus lock to focus on an off-center subject. The following procedure describes how to use focus lock when using A (auto) mode with AF area mode (A 64) set to Center.
Page 131 Subjects Not Suitable for Autofocus The camera may not focus as expected in the following situations. In some rare cases, the subject may not be in focus despite the fact that the focus area or the focus indicator glows green: •...
Page 132: Playback Features
Playback Features This chapter describes the features that are available when playing back images. Playback menu Quick retouch 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 : 3 0 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 : 3 0 D-Lighting 0 0 0 4 .
Page 133: Playback Zoom
Playback Zoom Rotating the zoom control to g (i) in full-frame playback mode (A 30) zooms in on the center of the image displayed in the monitor. 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 : 3 0 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 : 3 0 g (i) 0 0 0 4 .
Page 134: Thumbnail Display, Calendar Display
Thumbnail Display, Calendar Display Rotating the zoom control to f (h) in full-frame playback mode (A 30) displays images in “contact sheets” of thumbnail images. 2 0 1 2 1 1 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 : 3 0 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 : 3 0 0 0 0 1 .
Page 135: Selecting Certain Types Of Images For Playback
Selecting Certain Types of Images for Playback You can change the playback mode according to the type of images you want to view. Available Playback Modes A 30 Play All images are played back. When you switch from shooting mode to playback mode, this mode is selected.
Page 136: Switching Between Playback Modes
Switching Between Playback Modes When viewing images in full-frame playback mode or thumbnail playback mode, press the c button. • The playback-mode selection menu is displayed, from which you can select one of the available playback modes. Press the multi selector H or I to select the desired mode and then press the k button.
Page 137: Features That Can Be Set By Pressing The D Button (Playback Menu)
Features That Can Be Set by Pressing the d Button (Playback Menu) When viewing images in full-frame playback mode or thumbnail playback mode, you can configure the menu operations listed below by pressing the d button. When using favorite pictures (h), auto sort (F), or list by date (C) mode, the menu for the current playback mode is displayed.
Page 138 Option Description Allows you to use the camera’s microphone to record voice E Voice memo memos and attach them to images. You can also play back and delete voice memos. Allows you to copy images between the internal memory and a h Copy memory card.
Page 139: Connecting The Camera To A Tv, Computer, Or Printer
Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer You can enhance your enjoyment of images and movies by connecting the camera to a TV, computer, or printer. • Before connecting the camera to an external device, make sure the remaining battery level is sufficient and turn the camera off.
Page 140 Viewing images on a TV You can view the camera’s images and movies on a TV. Connection method: Connect the video and audio plugs of the included audio/video cable to the TV’s input jacks. Alternatively, connect a commercially available HDMI cable (Type C) to the TV’s HDMI input jack. A 82 Viewing and organizing images on a computer If you transfer images to a computer, you can perform simple retouching and...
Page 141: Using Viewnx 2
Using ViewNX 2 ViewNX 2 is an all-in-one software package which enables you to transfer, view, edit and share images. Install ViewNX 2 using the included ViewNX 2 CD-ROM. ViewNX 2™ Your Imaging Toolbox Installing ViewNX 2 • An Internet connection is required. Compatible Operating Systems Windows •...
Page 142 Mac OS • Mac OS X (version 10.6.8, 10.7.4) Refer to the Nikon website for the latest information on operating system compatibility. Start the computer and insert the ViewNX 2 CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. • Mac OS: When the ViewNX 2 window is displayed, double-click the Welcome icon.
Page 143 The following software is installed: • ViewNX 2 (consisting of the three modules below) - Nikon Transfer 2: For transferring images to the computer - ViewNX 2: For viewing, editing, and printing transferred images - Nikon Movie Editor: For basic editing of transferred movies •...
Page 144: Transferring Images To The Computer
Nikon Transfer 2 and click OK. 2 Double-click Import File. If the memory card contains a large number of images, it may take a while for Nikon Transfer 2 to start. Wait until Nikon Transfer 2 starts. Connecting the USB Cable...
Page 145: Transfer Images To The Computer
Transfer images to the computer. • Confirm that the name of the connected camera or removable disk is displayed as the “Source” on the “Options” title bar of Nikon Transfer 2 (1). • Click Start Transfer (2). • At default settings, all the images on the memory card will be copied to the computer.
Page 146: Viewing Images
Viewing Images Start ViewNX 2. • Images are displayed in ViewNX 2 when transfer is complete. • Consult online help for more information on using ViewNX 2. Starting ViewNX 2 Manually • Windows: Double-click the ViewNX 2 shortcut icon on the desktop. •...
Page 148: Recording And Playing Back Movies
Recording and Playing Back Movies You can record movies by simply pressing the b (e movie-record) button. 2 9 m 0 s 2 9 m 0 s 8 6 0 8 6 0 1 4 m 3 0 s 1 4 m 3 0 s Recording Movies ..........
Page 149: Recording Movies
Recording Movies You can record movies by simply pressing the b (e movie-record) button. Display the shooting screen. Movie option • The icon for the selected movie option is displayed. The default setting is d HD 1080pP (1920×1080) (A 93). 2 9 m 0 s 2 9 m 0 s 8 6 0...
Page 150: Camera Temperature
Notes About Saving Data After taking pictures or recording a movie, the number of exposures remaining or the remaining recording time flashes while images or movies are being saved. Do not open the battery- chamber/memory card slot cover. Image and movie data could be lost and the camera or memory card could be damaged.
Page 151 Notes About Autofocus Autofocus may not perform as expected (A 72). Should this occur, try the following: 1. Set Autofocus mode in the movie menu to A Single AF (default setting) before starting movie recording (A 93, E68). 2. Frame another subject—positioned at the same distance from the camera as the intended subject—in the center of the frame, press the b (e movie-record) button to start recording, and then modify the composition.
Page 152: Features That Can Be Set By Pressing The D Button (Movie Menu)
Features That Can Be Set by Pressing the d Button (Movie Menu) Enter shooting mode M d button M D tab M k button The following settings can be changed. Movie Movie options Autofocus mode Wind noise reduction Option Description Select the movie type.
Page 153: Playing Back Movies
Playing Back Movies Press the c button to enter playback mode. 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 : 3 0 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 : 3 0 Movies are indicated by the movie options icon (A 93).
Page 154 Functions Available During Playback Paused Playback controls are displayed at the top of the monitor. Press the multi selector J or K to select a control. The operations described below are available. Function Icon Description Hold down the k button to rewind the movie. Rewind Hold down the k button to advance the movie.
Page 156: General Camera Setup
General Camera Setup This chapter describes the various settings available in the z setup menu. Set up Welcome screen Time zone and date Monitor settings Print date Vibration reduc tion 2 9 m 0 s 2 9 m 0 s Motion detec tion 8 6 0 8 6 0...
Page 157: Features That Can Be Set By Pressing The D Button (Setup Menu)
Features That Can Be Set by Pressing the d Button (Setup Menu) Press the d button M z (setup) tab M k button You can change the following settings when the menu is Set up displayed by selecting the z tab. Welcome screen Time zone and date Monitor settings...
Page 158 Option Description Language Allows you to change the camera’s display language. TV settings Allows you to adjust TV-connection settings. Allows you to set whether or not closed eyes are detected when Blink warning taking pictures of people using face detection. Allows you to set whether or not to enable the function for Eye-Fi upload sending images to a computer using a commercially available...
Page 160: Reference Section
Reference Section The Reference Section provides detailed information and hints about using the camera. Shooting Using Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playback)......... E3 Playback Favorite Pictures Mode................E7 Auto Sort Mode....................E11 List by Date Mode ..................E13 Viewing and Deleting Images Captured Continuously (Sequence)..E14 Editing Still Images ..................
Page 161: Additional Information
Menu The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode).......... E39 The Smart Portrait Menu................E49 The Playback Menu..................E51 The Movie Menu ..................E64 The Setup Menu................... E69 Additional Information File and Folder Names ................E93 Optional Accessories..................E95 Error Messages ..................... E97...
Page 162: Using Easy Panorama (Shooting And Playback)
Using Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playback) Shooting with Easy Panorama Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M b (second icon from the top*) M K M H, I, J, K M p (easy panorama) M k button * The last icon you selected is displayed. Select Normal (180°) or Wide (360°) as the Easy panorama shooting range, and then press the k button.
Page 163 Press the shutter-release button all the way, and then remove your finger from the shutter-release button. • I is displayed to indicate the direction of camera movement. Move the camera slowly in one of the four directions, and then begin shooting. •...
Page 164 Notes About Easy Panorama Shooting • The range of the image seen in the saved image is narrower than that seen in the monitor at the time of shooting. • If the camera is moved too quickly or shaken too much, or if the subject is too uniform (e.g. walls or darkness), an error may occur.
Page 165: Viewing Images Captured With Easy Panorama
Viewing Images Captured with Easy Panorama Switch to playback mode (A 30), display an image captured 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 : 3 0 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 : 3 0 using easy panorama in full-frame playback mode, and then 0 0 0 4 .
Page 166: Favorite Pictures Mode
Favorite Pictures Mode After shooting, you can add your favorite still images to albums; there are nine albums available. After you add images to an album, you can use favorite pictures mode to view those images easily. • By creating albums for certain subjects or events, you can find your favorite images easily. •...
Page 167: Playing Back Images In Albums
Notes About Favorite Pictures When images are added to an album, they are not moved from the folder to which they were saved (E93) or copied to the album. Only the file names of the images are added to the album. When using favorite pictures mode, images are played back by retrieving the images that correspond to the file names added to the albums.
Page 168: Removing Images From Albums
Removing Images from Albums Enter h Favorite pictures mode M select the album containing the image you want to remove M k button M d button M h Remove from favorites M k button Press the multi selector J or K to select the Remove from favorites desired image and then press H to display y.
Page 169: Changing The Favorites Album Icon
Changing the Favorites Album Icon Press the c button (playback mode) M c button M h Favorite pictures M k button Use the multi selector to select an album, and then press the d button. Press J or K to select an icon color and then Choose icon press the k button.
Page 170: Auto Sort Mode
Auto Sort Mode Images are automatically sorted into categories, such as portraits, landscapes, and movies. Press the c button (playback mode) M c button M F Auto sort M k button Use the multi selector to select a category, and then press the Portraits k button to play back the images in the selected category.
Page 171 Option Description • Images captured using Night landscape in G (easy auto) mode (A 36) V Dusk to dawn • Images captured using Night landscape, Sunset, Dusk/dawn, and Fireworks show in scene mode (A 37) • Images captured using Close-up in G (easy auto) mode (A 36) •...
Page 172: List By Date Mode
List by Date Mode Press the c button (playback mode) M c button M C List by date M k button Use the multi selector to select a date and then press the List by date k button to play back the images captured on the selected 2 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 2 date.
Page 173: Viewing And Deleting Images Captured Continuously (Sequence)
Viewing and Deleting Images Captured Continuously (Sequence) Viewing Images in a Sequence Each series of images captured using the following settings is saved in a sequence. • Scene mode (A 37) • A (auto) mode (A 51) - Sports - Continuous - Pet portrait (when Continuous is selected) By default, only the first image of a sequence (key picture) is 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 : 3 0...
Page 174 Sequence Display Options • Select Sequence display options (E63) in the playback menu to set all sequences to be displayed using their key pictures or to display them as individual images. • Images captured continuously with another make or model of digital camera cannot be displayed as a sequence.
Page 175: Deleting Images In A Sequence
Deleting Images in a Sequence If Sequence display options (E63) in the playback menu is set to Key picture only, images to be deleted vary as described below. To display the screen for selecting the deletion method, press the l button. •...
Page 176: Editing Still Images
Editing Still Images Editing Features You can use the following features to edit your images. Edited images are saved as separate files (E93). Editing function Description Allows you to easily create retouched copies in which contrast and Quick retouch (E19) saturation have been enhanced.
Page 177 Notes About Image Editing • Images captured at an Image mode (E39) setting of g 4608×2592 cannot be edited. • Images captured with another make or model of digital camera cannot be edited. • Images captured using Easy panorama (A 42) or 3D photography (A 44) cannot be edited. •...
Page 178: Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast And Saturation
Original and Edited Images • Copies created with editing functions are not deleted if the original images are deleted. The original images are not deleted if copies created with editing functions are deleted. • Edited copies are saved with the same shooting date and time as the original. •...
Page 179: Contrast
I D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and Contrast Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M I D-Lighting M k button You can create a copy of the current image with enhanced brightness and contrast, brightening dark portions of the image. Press the multi selector H or I to select OK and D -Lighting then press the k button.
Page 180: Skin Softening: Softening Skin Tones
e Skin Softening: Softening Skin Tones Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M e Skin softening M k button The camera detects people’s faces in images and creates a copy with softer facial skin tones. Press the multi selector H or I to select the Sk in softening degree of softening and then press the k button.
Page 181: Filter Effects: Applying Digital Filter Effects
p Filter Effects: Applying Digital Filter Effects Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M p Filter effects M k button Type Description Allows you to soften the image by adding a slight blur around the Soft center of the image. In images captured using face detection (A 67) or pet detection (A 43), areas around faces are blurred.
Page 182 Adjust the effect and then press the k button. • When using Soft: Press H or I to select the range of the Soft effect. • When using Selective color: Press H or I to select the color to be retained. •...
Page 183: Small Picture: Reducing The Size Of An Image
g Small Picture: Reducing the Size of an Image Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M g Small picture M k button You can create a small copy of the current image. Press the multi selector H or I to select the Small pic ture desired copy size and then press the k button.
Page 184: Crop: Creating A Cropped Copy
a Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy You can create a copy containing only the portion visible in the monitor when u is displayed with playback zoom (A 74) enabled. Rotate the zoom control to g (i) in full-frame playback mode (A 30) to zoom in on the image.
Page 185: Image Size
Image Size • As the area to be saved is reduced, the image size (pixels) of the cropped copy is also reduced. • Images cropped to an image size of 320 × 240 or 160 × 120 are 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 : 3 0 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 : 3 0 smaller than other images when displayed during playback.
Page 186: Connecting The Camera To A Tv (Viewing Images On A Tv)
Connecting the Camera to a TV (Viewing Images on a TV) Connect the camera to a TV to play back images or movies on the TV. If your TV is equipped with an HDMI jack, a commercially available HDMI cable can be used to connect the camera to the TV.
Page 187 Set the TV’s input to external video input. • See your TV’s documentation for details. Hold down the c button to turn on the camera. • The camera enters playback mode and images are displayed on the TV. • While connected to the TV, the camera monitor remains off.
Page 188: Connecting The Camera To A Printer (Direct Print)
Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) Users of PictBridge-compatible (F22) printers can connect the camera directly to the printer and print images without using a computer. Follow the procedures below to print images. Take pictures Select images for printing and number of copies using Print order option (E51) Connect to the printer (E30)
Page 189: Connecting The Camera To A Printer
Notes About Power Source • When connecting the camera to a printer, use batteries with a sufficient amount of charge remaining to prevent the camera from turning off unexpectedly. • You can use the AC Adapter EH-65A (available separately) to power the camera from an electrical outlet.
Page 190: Turn On The Camera
Connect the camera to the printer using the included USB cable. • Be sure that connectors are properly oriented, do not insert the cable at an angle, and do not use excessive force. When disconnecting the cable, do not remove the cable at an angle.
Page 191: Printing Individual Images
Printing Individual Images After properly connecting the camera to the printer (E30), follow the procedures described below to print an image. Use the multi selector to select the desired Print selec tion image, and then press the k button. 1 5 / 1 1 2 0 1 2 •...
Page 192 Select Paper size and then press the k button. PictBridge prints Star t print Copies Paper size Select the desired paper size, and then press Paper size the k button. Default 3.5×5 in. • To specify paper size using settings on the printer, select 5×7 in.
Page 193: Printing Multiple Images
Printing Multiple Images After properly connecting the camera to the printer (E30), follow the procedures described below to print multiple images. When the Print selection screen is displayed, press the d button. Use the multi selector to select Paper size, Print menu and then press the k button.
Page 194 Print selection Select which images will be printed (up to 99) and Print selec tion how many copies of each image will be printed (up to nine). • Press the multi selector J or K to select images, and then press H or I to set the number of copies for each.
Page 195 DPOF printing Print images for which a print order was created DPOF printing using the Print order option (E51). • When the screen shown on the right is displayed, prints select Start print and then press the k button to start printing. Select Cancel and then press the k button to return to the print menu.
Page 196: Editing Movies
Editing Movies The desired portions of a recorded movie can be saved as a separate file (except movies recorded using p iFrame 540 (960×540); E64). Play back the desired movie and pause playback (A 95). Press the multi selector J or K to select the I control, and then press the k button.
Page 197 When the settings are finished, press H or I to select m Save and then press the k button. Select Yes and then press the k button. • The edited movie is saved. S ave O K ? Notes About Movie Editing •...
Page 198: The Shooting Menu (For A (Auto) Mode)
The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) Image Mode (Image Size and Quality) Enter shooting mode M d button M Shooting menu M Image mode M k button You can select the combination of image size and image quality (i.e., image compression ratio) that is used when saving images.
Page 199 Number of Images That Can Be Saved The following table lists the approximate number of images that can be saved on a 4 GB memory card. Note that due to JPEG compression, the number of images that can be saved varies greatly depending on the composition of the image.
Page 200: White Balance (Adjusting Hue)
White Balance (Adjusting Hue) Enter A (auto) mode M d button M White balance M k button 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.
Page 201 Using Preset Manual Preset manual is used with mixed lighting or to compensate for light sources with a strong color cast when the desired effect has not been achieved with white balance settings like Auto and Incandescent (for example, to make images shot under a lamp with a red shade look as though they had been shot under white light).
Page 202 Frame the reference object in the measuring Preset manual window. Cancel Measure Measuring window Press the k button to measure a value for preset manual. • The shutter is released and the new white-balance value is set. No image is saved. Notes About White Balance •...
Page 203: Continuous Shooting
Continuous Shooting Enter A (auto) mode M d button M Continuous M k button You can change settings to continuous or BSS (best shot selector). Option Description U Single One picture is taken each time the shutter-release button is pressed. (default setting) While the shutter-release button is held all the way down, about 4 images are captured continuously at a rate of about 1.9 fps (when Image mode is...
Page 204 Notes About Continuous Shooting • When a setting other than Single is selected, flash cannot be used. Focus, exposure, and white balance are fixed at the values determined with the first image in each series. • It may take some time to save the images after shooting. The amount of time it takes to finish saving the images depends on the number of images, image mode, the write speed of the memory card, etc.
Page 205: Iso Sensitivity
ISO Sensitivity Enter A (auto) mode M d button M ISO sensitivity M k button 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.
Page 206: Color Options
Color Options Enter A (auto) mode M d button M Color options M k button You can adjust the colors when images are saved. Option Description n Standard color Use to achieve natural colors in your images. (default setting) o Vivid color Use to achieve vivid colors in your images.
Page 207: Af Area Mode
AF Area Mode Enter A (auto) mode M d button M AF area mode M k button You can set how the focus area is determined for autofocus. Option Description The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame. The focus area is always displayed in the center of the frame.
Page 208: The Smart Portrait Menu
The Smart Portrait Menu • See “Image Mode (Image Size and Quality)” (E39) for information about Image mode. Skin Softening Enter smart portrait mode M d button M Skin softening M k button You can change skin softening settings. Option Description When the shutter is released, the camera detects one or more person’s e On (default setting)
Page 209: Smile Timer
Smile Timer Enter smart portrait mode M d button M Smile timer M k button The camera detects people’s faces and then automatically releases the shutter whenever a smile is detected. Option Description a On (default setting) Enables the smile timer. k Off Turns the smile timer off.
Page 210: The Playback Menu
The Playback Menu • See “Editing Still Images” (E17) for information about image editing features. • See “Favorite Pictures Mode” (E7) for information about Favorite pictures and Remove from favorites. a Print Order (Creating a DPOF Print Order) Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M a Print order M k button When printing images saved on the memory card using any of the following methods, the Print order option in the playback menu is used to create digital “print orders.”...
Page 211: Select Whether Or Not To Print Shooting Date
Select images (up to 99) and the number of Print selec tion copies (up to nine) of each. • Press the multi selector J or K to select images, and then press H or I to set the number of copies for each. •...
Page 212 Notes About Printing Shooting Date and Shooting Information When the Date and Info settings are enabled in the print order option, shooting date and shooting information are printed on images when a DPOF-compatible printer (F21) that supports printing of shooting date and shooting information is used. •...
Page 213 Notes About Print Order • Print orders cannot be created for images captured using 3D photography in scene mode. • When a print order is created in favorite pictures mode, auto sort mode, or list by date mode, the screen shown below is displayed if images other than those in the selected album, category, or shooting date have been marked for printing.
Page 214: Slide Show
Print Date When shooting date and time are imprinted on images using the Print date option (E75) in the setup menu, images are saved with shooting date and time imprinted on the image when they are captured. Images with the date imprinted on them can be printed from printers that do not support printing of the date on images.
Page 215: Protect
End the slide show or restart it. • The display at right appears when the last slide is displayed or the show is paused. Highlight G and press k to return to Step 1, or select F to restart the show. Notes About Slide Show •...
Page 216: The Image Selection Screen
The Image Selection Screen When using one of the following features, a screen like that Protec t shown on the right is displayed when selecting images. • Print order > Select images (E51) • Protect (E56) • Rotate image (E58) •...
Page 217: Rotate Image
f Rotate Image Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M f Rotate image M k button After shooting, you can specify the orientation (i.e., portrait or landscape) in which saved images are displayed. Still images can be rotated 90 degrees clockwise or 90 degrees counterclockwise. When you select an image you want to rotate in the image selection screen (E57), the Rotate image screen is displayed.
Page 218: E Voice Memo
E Voice Memo Press the c button (playback mode) M select an image M d button M E Voice memo M k button You can use the camera’s microphone to record voice memos for images. • The voice memo recording screen is displayed for images that do not have a voice memo, and the voice memo playback screen is displayed for images that have a voice memo (i.e., images that display p in full-frame playback mode).
Page 219: Playing Voice Memos
Playing Voice Memos p is displayed for images with a voice memo when in full- frame playback mode. • Press the k button to play the voice memo. Press the button again to stop playback. • Rotate the zoom control to g or f during playback to adjust playback volume.
Page 220: Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory And Memory Card)
h Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory and Memory Card) Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M h Copy M k button You can copy images between the internal memory and a memory card. You can also copy movies.
Page 221 Notes About Copying Images • JPEG, MOV, WAV, and MPO files can be copied. • If voice memos (E59) are attached to images selected for copying, the voice memos are copied with the images. • Operation is not guaranteed with images captured with another make of camera or that have been modified on a computer.
Page 222: C Sequence Display Options
C Sequence Display Options Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M C Sequence display options M k button Select the method used to display a series of images shot continuously (sequence; E14) when viewing them in full-frame playback mode (A 30) or in thumbnail playback mode (A 75).
Page 223: The Movie Menu
The Movie Menu Movie Options Enter shooting mode M d button M e tab M Movie options M k button You can select the desired movie option for recording movies. Larger image sizes and faster movie bitrates produce greater image quality and larger movie file sizes.
Page 224: Hs Movie Options
Option Movie bitrate Description Movies with an aspect ratio (width:length) of 16:9 are recorded. A format supported by Apple Inc. Movies cannot be edited (E37). p iFrame 540 When recording movies to the internal Approx. 20.7 Mbps (960×540) memory, recording may stop unexpectedly in some shooting conditions.
Page 225 Recording Movies in Slow Motion and Fast Motion (HS Movie) Enter shooting mode M d button M D tab M Movie options M k button HS (high speed) movies can be recorded. Movies recorded using an HS movie option can be played back in slow motion at 1/2 of normal playback speed, or played back in fast motion at a speed two times faster than normal speed.
Page 226 Notes About HS Movie • Sound is not recorded. • Zoom position, focus, exposure, and white balance are locked when you press the b (e movie- record) button to start recording a movie. HS Movie Recorded movies are played back at about 30 frames per second. When Movie options (E64) is set to i HS 60 fps (1280×720), you can record movies that can be played back in slow motion.
Page 227: Autofocus Mode
Autofocus Mode Enter shooting mode M d button M e tab M Autofocus mode M k button You can select how the camera focuses in movie mode. Option Description Focus is locked when the b (e movie-record) button is pressed to A Single AF start recording.
Page 228: The Setup Menu
The Setup Menu Welcome Screen d button M z tab M Welcome screen M k button You can configure the welcome screen that is displayed when you turn on the camera. Option Description The camera enters shooting or playback mode without displaying None (default setting) the welcome screen.
Page 229: Time Zone And Date
Time Zone and Date d button M z tab M Time zone and date M k button You can set the camera clock. Option Description Allows you to set the camera’s clock to the Date and time current date and time. Use the multi selector to set each item displayed on the screen.
Page 230 Selecting the Travel Destination Time Zone Use the multi selector to select Time zone, Time zone and date and then press the k button. 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 : 3 0 London, Casablanca Date and time D/M/Y Date format...
Page 231: Time Zone
Press J or K to select the travel destination 1 0 : 3 0 – 0 5 : 0 0 time zone. New York Toronto • If daylight saving time is in effect, press H to enable Lima daylight saving time function. W is displayed at the top of the monitor and the camera clock is advanced one hour.
Page 232: Monitor Settings
Monitor Settings d button M z tab M Monitor settings M k button You can set the options below. Option Description Photo info Select information displayed in the monitor during shooting and playback. This setting determines whether or not the captured image is displayed Image review immediately after shooting.
Page 233 Shooting mode Playback mode 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 : 3 0 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 : 3 0 0 0 0 4 . J P G 0 0 0 4 .
Page 234: Print Date (Imprinting Date And Time)
Print Date (Imprinting Date and Time) d button M z tab M Print date M k button The shooting date and time can be imprinted on the images when shooting, allowing the information to be printed even from printers that do not support date printing (E53). 15.11.2012 15.11.2012 Option...
Page 235: Vibration Reduction
Vibration Reduction d button M z tab M Vibration reduction M k button You can select the vibration reduction setting used when shooting. Vibration reduction allows you to reduce the effects of camera shake, which commonly occurs when shooting with zoom applied or when shooting at slow shutter speeds. The effects of camera shake are reduced when recording movies, in addition to when taking still pictures.
Page 236: Motion Detection
Motion Detection d button M z tab M Motion detection M k button You can select the motion detection setting—which reduces the effects of subject movement and camera shake—used when shooting still images. Option Description When the camera detects subject movement or camera shake, the ISO sensitivity and shutter speed are automatically increased to reduce blurring.
Page 237: Af Assist
AF Assist d button M z tab M AF assist M k button You can enable or disable the AF-assist illuminator, which assists autofocus operation when the subject is dimly lit. Option Description The AF-assist illuminator lights automatically when the subject is dimly lit. The illuminator has a range of about 2.0 m (6 ft 7 in.) at the maximum wide- Auto angle position and about 1.1 m (3 ft 7 in.) at the maximum telephoto...
Page 238: Digital Zoom
Digital Zoom d button M z tab M Digital zoom M k button You can enable or disable digital zoom. Option Description When the camera is zoomed in to the maximum optical zoom position, rotating the zoom control to g (i) triggers digital zoom On (default setting) (A 27).
Page 239: Sound Settings
Sound Settings d button M z tab M Sound settings M k button You can adjust the following sound settings. Option Description Select On (default setting) or Off. When On is selected, a beep sounds once when operations are completed successfully, two times when the focus has Button sound been locked, and three times when an error is detected, and welcome sound is played when the camera is turned on.
Page 240: Auto Off
Auto Off d button M z tab M Auto off M k button If no operations are performed for a specified amount of time, the monitor turns off and the camera enters standby mode to save power (A 23). This setting determines the amount of time that passes before the camera enters standby mode.
Page 241: Format Memory/Format Card
Format Memory/Format Card d button M z tab M Format memory/Format card M k button Use this option to format the internal memory or a memory card. Formatting the internal memory or memory cards permanently deletes all data. Data that has been deleted cannot be recovered. Be sure to transfer important data to a computer before formatting.
Page 242: Language
Language d button M z tab M Language M k button You can select one of 31 languages for display of camera menus and messages. Czech Romanian Danish Finnish German Swedish (Default setting) Vietnamese Spanish Turkish Greek Ukrainian French Arabic Indonesian Bengali Italian...
Page 243: Tv Settings
TV Settings d button M z tab M TV settings M k button You can adjust settings for connection to a TV. Option Description Video mode Select from NTSC and PAL. Select the HDMI output image resolution from Auto (default setting), 480p, 720p, or 1080i.
Page 244: Blink Warning
Blink Warning d button M z tab M Blink warning M k button You can select whether or not the camera detects human subjects that have blinked using face detection (A 67) when shooting in the following modes: • G (easy auto) mode •...
Page 245 The Blink Warning Screen When the Did someone blink? screen shown on the right is Did someone blink? displayed in the monitor, the operations described below are available. If no operations are performed within a few seconds, the camera automatically returns to shooting mode. Exit Exit Function...
Page 246: Eye-Fi Upload
Eye-Fi Upload d button M z tab M Eye-Fi upload M k button You can select whether or not the camera’s Eye-Fi card (available from third-party manufacturers) sends images to your computer. Option Description b Enable Images created with this camera are uploaded to the pre-determined (default setting) computer.
Page 247: Reset All
Reset All d button M z tab M Reset all M k button When Reset is selected, the camera’s settings are restored to their default values. Basic Shooting Functions Option Default value Flash mode (A 53) Auto Self-timer (A 56) Macro mode (A 58) Exposure compensation (A 60) Scene Mode...
Page 248 Smart Portrait Menu Option Default value Skin softening (E49) Smile timer (E50) Blink proof (E50) Shooting Menu Option Default value P 4608×3456 Image mode (E39) White balance (E41) Auto Continuous (E44) Single ISO sensitivity (E46) Auto Color options (E47) Standard color AF area mode (E48) Target finding AF Movie Menu...
Page 249 Setup Menu Option Default value Welcome screen (E69) None Photo info (E73) Auto info Image review (E73) Brightness (E73) Print date (E75) Vibration reduction (E76) Motion detection (E77) Auto AF assist (E78) Auto Digital zoom (E79) Button sound (E80) Shutter sound (E80) Auto off (E81) 1 min HDMI (E84)
Page 250 • Selecting Reset all also resets the camera’s file numbering (E93). After a reset, the camera determines the largest file number in the internal memory or on the memory card and saves images using the next available file number. To reset file numbering to “0001”, delete all images saved in the internal memory or on the memory card (A 32) before selecting Reset all.
Page 251: Battery Type
Option Description Alkaline (default setting) LR6/L40 (AA-size) alkaline batteries COOLPIX (Ni-MH) Nikon EN-MH2 rechargeable Ni-MH (nickel metal hydride) batteries Lithium FR6/L91 (AA-size) lithium batteries Firmware Version d button M z tab M Firmware version M k button You can view the current camera firmware version.
Page 252: File And Folder Names
• Files are saved in folders named with a folder number followed by “NIKON” (e.g. “100NIKON”). A single folder can hold up to 200 images; if the current folder already contains 200 images, a new folder, named by adding one to the current folder name, is created the next time an image is captured (e.g.
Page 253 • Files copied using Copy > Selected images are copied to the current folder, where they are assigned new file numbers in ascending order starting from the largest file number in memory. Copy > All images copies all folders from the source medium; file names do not change but new folder numbers are assigned in ascending order, starting from the largest folder number on the destination medium (E61).
Page 254: Optional Accessories
Optional Accessories Rechargeable Ni-MH batteries EN-MH2-B2 (set of two EN-MH2 batteries)* Rechargeable battery Rechargeable Ni-MH batteries EN-MH2-B4 (set of four EN-MH2 batteries)* Battery Charger MH-72 (includes two EN-MH2 rechargeable Ni-MH batteries)* Battery charger Battery Charger MH-73 (includes four EN-MH2 rechargeable Ni-MH batteries)* AC Adapter EH-65A (connect as shown) AC adapter AC Adapter EH-62B cannot be used.
Page 255: Attaching The An-Cp23 Camera Strap
Attaching the AN-CP23 Camera Strap...
Page 256: Error Messages
Error Messages Display Cause/Solution Clock not set. (flashes) Set date and time. Battery exhausted. Replace the batteries. Inside of the camera has become hot. The camera will turn off The camera turns off automatically. Allow the camera to cool – to prevent overheating.
Page 257 Display Cause/Solution Memory card has not been formatted for use in the camera. Card is not formatted. Formatting deletes all data saved on the memory card. Be Format card? sure to select No and make copies of any images which need to be kept before formatting the memory card.
Page 258 Display Cause/Solution A voice memo cannot be attached to this file. Sound file cannot be • Voice memos cannot be attached to movies. – saved. • Select an image captured with this camera. One or more portrait subjects may have blinked when the A blink was detected in picture was taken.
Page 259 Display Cause/Solution This image cannot be Image is protected. deleted. Disable protection. Travel destination is in Home and destination are in the same time zone. the current time zone. The flash is lowered. Raise the flash when shooting using Night portrait or 39, 42, Raise the flash.
Page 260 Error has occurred in camera’s internal circuitry. Turn camera off, remove and reinsert batteries, and turn System error 14, 23 camera on. If error persists, contact retailer or Nikon- authorized service representative. Printer error. Printer error: check Check printer. After solving the problem, select Resume and –...
Page 261 Display Cause/Solution Ink error. Check ink, select Resume, and then press the k button to Printer error: check ink – resume printing.* Running out of ink or ink cartridge is empty. Printer error: out of ink Replace ink cartridge, select Resume, and then press the –...
Page 262: Technical Notes And Index
Technical Notes and Index Caring for the Product........F2 The Camera....................F2 Batteries ......................F3 Memory Cards ..................F5 Cleaning and Storage........F6 Cleaning......................F6 Storage ......................F7 Troubleshooting..........F8 Specifications...........F17 Approved Memory Cards ..............F21 Supported Standards................F21 Index ..............F24...
Page 263: Caring For The Product
Caring for the Product The Camera To ensure safe and continued enjoyment of your Nikon camera, observe the following precautions and the precautions noted in “For Your Safety” (A vii-xii) when using or storing your camera. Do Not Subject the Product to Strong Shocks The product may malfunction if dropped or struck.
Page 264: Batteries
• Images in 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. Batteries Be sure to read and follow the warnings noted in “For Your Safety” (A vii-xii) before use.
Page 265 • Do not mix batteries with different amounts of charge remaining, or batteries of a different make or model. • When using EN-MH2 batteries with the COOLPIX L610, charge two batteries at a time using Battery Charger MH-72. When using Battery Charger MH-73, charge two or four batteries at a time. Use only Battery Charger MH-72 or MH-73 to charge EN-MH2 batteries.
Page 266: Memory Cards
Remaining Battery Charge If you insert discharged batteries into the camera, the camera may indicate that the batteries have adequate charge remaining. This is a characteristic of batteries. Recycling Used batteries are a valuable resource. Please recycle used batteries in accordance with local regulations.
Page 267: Cleaning And Storage
Cleaning and Storage Cleaning Do not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals. When cleaning the lens, avoid touching it directly with your fingers. Remove dust or lint with a blower. To remove fingerprints, oil, or other grime that cannot be removed with a blower, wipe the lens with a soft, dry cloth or an eyeglass cleaning cloth, using Lens a gentle spiral motion that starts in the center and moves toward the edges.
Page 268: Storage
Storage Remove the batteries if the camera will not be used for an extended period. To prevent mold or malfunction and to ensure long, trouble-free use of the camera, we recommend you insert the batteries and operate the camera approximately once a month. Do not store the camera with naphtha or camphor moth balls, or in any of the following locations: •...
Page 269: 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 270 Problem Cause/Solution • Adjust monitor brightness. 98, E73 Monitor is hard to read. • Monitor is dirty. Clean monitor. • If camera clock has not been set, “Date not set” indicator flashes when shooting images and recording movies. Images and movies saved before clock is set are dated “00/00/0000 00:00”...
Page 271 Shooting Issues Problem Cause/Solution 80, 85, Cannot switch to shooting E27, Disconnect the HDMI cable or USB cable. mode. • When camera is in playback mode, press the A button, the shutter-release button, or the No image captured when b (e movie-record) button. the shutter-release button is •...
Page 272 Problem Cause/Solution • Use flash. • Increase the ISO sensitivity value. 64, E46 • Enable vibration reduction or motion detection. 98, E76, Images are blurred. • Use D (best shot selector). 41, 64, • Use tripod and self-timer. Bright specks appear in Flash is reflecting off particles in air.
Page 273 Problem Cause/Solution • Off is selected for Sound settings > Shutter 98, E80 sound in the setup menu. No sound is heard with No sound when shutter is some shooting modes and settings, even when On released. is selected. • Do not block the speaker. Off is selected for AF assist in the setup menu.
Page 274 Problem Cause/Solution When taking pictures with V (auto with red-eye reduction), or when taking pictures with Night portrait (either in easy auto mode or in scene mode) and the fill flash with slow sync and red-eye reduction Unexpected results when is used, red-eye reduction may be applied, in rare flash set to V (auto with 39, 53...
Page 275 Playback Issues Problem Cause/Solution • File or folder was overwritten or renamed by – computer or other make of camera. File cannot be played back. • This camera cannot play back movies recorded with another make or model of digital camera. •...
Page 276 Problem Cause/Solution • Video mode or HDMI in the TV settings in the 99, E84 setup menu is not correctly set. • Cables are connected to the HDMI mini connector 80, 85, E27, Images are not displayed on (Type C) and to the USB/audio/video output connector simultaneously.
Page 277 Nikon Transfer 2 does not – • Confirm system requirements. start when camera is • Computer is not set to start Nikon Transfer 2 connected. automatically. For more information about Nikon Transfer 2, refer to help information contained in ViewNX 2.
Page 278: Specifications
Specifications Nikon COOLPIX L610 Digital Camera Type Compact digital camera Number of effective pixels 16.0 million Image sensor -in. type CMOS; approx. 16.79 million total pixels Lens 14× optical zoom, NIKKOR lens 4.5–63.0 mm (angle of view equivalent to that of 25–350 mm lens...
Page 279 Storage Media Internal memory (approx. 28 MB), SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card File system DCF, Exif 2.3, DPOF, and MPF compliant Still pictures: JPEG 3D images: MPO File formats Sound files (voice memo): WAV Movies: MOV (Video: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, Audio: AAC stereo) •...
Page 280 Built-in flash Range [W]: Approx. 0.5–6.0 m (1 ft 8 in.–19 ft) (ISO sensitivity: Auto) [T]: Approx. 1.5–3.2 m (5 ft–10 ft) Flash control TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes Interface Hi-Speed USB Data transfer protocol MTP, PTP Video output Can be selected from NTSC and PAL HDMI output Can be selected from Auto, 480p, 720p, and 1080i...
Page 281 Specifications • 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 282: Approved Memory Cards
Approved Memory Cards The following Secure Digital (SD) memory cards have been tested and approved for use in this camera. • Memory cards with an SD Speed Class rating of 6 or faster are recommended for recording movies. When using a memory card with a lower Speed Class rating, movie recording may stop unexpectedly.
Page 283 High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. • All other trade names mentioned in this manual or the other documentation provided with your Nikon product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
Page 284 FreeType License (FreeType2) Portions of this software are copyright © 2012 The FreeType Project (“www.freetype.org”). All rights reserved. MIT License (Harfbuzz) Portions of this software are copyright © 2012 The Harfbuzz Project (“http://www.freedesktop.org/wiki/Software/HarfBuzz”). All rights reserved.
Page 285: Index
Index Symbols Numerics R .............. 44 3D images........... 44, E93 g Telephoto............27 3D photography s ........44 f Wide-angle............ 27 i Playback zoom ..........74 AC adapter ........... 15, E95 h Thumbnail playback....... 75 AF area mode ........64, E48 G Easy auto mode..........
Page 286 Beach Z..............39 DSCN..............E93 Best shot selector......41, E44 Dusk/dawn i............. 39 Black and white copy n....... 41 Black-and-white ......64, E47 Easy auto mode..........36 Blink proof..........64, E50 Easy panorama p......42, E3 Blink warning........99, E85 Easy panorama playback....
Page 287 Museum l............41 ISO sensitivity........64, E46 Night landscape j ........40 JPG..............E93 Night portrait e..........39 Nikon Transfer 2 ......82, 84, 86 Landscape c ............38 Number of exposures remaining Language ..........99, E83 ..............22, E40 Lens..............
Page 288 Optical zoom ............27 Rechargeable battery ......E95 Optional accessories ......E95 Rechargeable nickel-metal hydride batteries ............... 14 Recording movies..........90 Panorama Maker..........84 Recording slow motion movies Paper size ........E33, E34 ..........93, E65, E66 Party/indoor f ..........39 Red-eye reduction........
Page 289 Slide show ........... 78, E55 ViewNX 2 ............82, 84 Slow sync ............... 54 Vivid color ........... 64, E47 Small picture ........78, E24 Voice memo ........79, E59 Smart portrait menu...... 63, E49 Volume ..........95, E59 Smart portrait mode ........48 Smile timer ..........
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