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  • Page 1 DIGITAL CAMERA User's Manual Nikon Manual Viewer 2 Use the Nikon Manual Viewer 2 app to view manuals anytime, anywhere on your smartphone or tablet.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Getting the Most from Your Camera ........iii About This Manual ...............iv The Reference Manual..............v For Your Safety................vi Notices.................... ix Wireless ..................xiv Introduction The Camera and Accessories............1 Parts of the Camera...............2 Using the Vari-Angle Monitor ...........13 Using the Touch Screen..............15 First Steps..................20 Attaching a Grip and Electronic Viewfinder......27 Taking and Viewing Photographs...
  • Page 3 t, u, v, and w Modes t Programmed Auto ................. 56 u Shutter-Priority Auto ..............57 v Aperture-Priority Auto..............58 w Manual ....................59 Other Shooting Modes u Choosing the Moment (Best Moment Capture) ....61 Choosing a Shot Manually (Active Selection)......61 Choosing Your Moment (Slow View)..........
  • Page 4 Shooting (All Modes) ............... 119 Movies ....................120 Tap Shooting Options ..............120 Playback....................120 Wi-Fi (Wireless Networks)............... 121 Miscellaneous..................121 Error Messages................122 Specifications ................124 Nikon 1 V3 Digital Camera ............. 124 Battery Life................... 134 Index ................... 135...

  • Page 5: Getting The Most From Your Camera

    Getting the Most from Your Camera Take photos with the shutter-release button. See page 7 for more informa- tion. Shutter-release button Shoot movies with the movie-record button. Movies can be recorded by pressing the movie-record but- ton in auto (0 31), creative (0 39), t, u, v, w (0 56), and advanced movie (0 48) modes.

  • Page 6: About This Manual

    About This Manual For a complete guide to using your digital camera, see the Refer- ence Manual (page v). To get the most from your camera, please be sure to read this User’s Manual thoroughly and keep it where it will be read by all who use the product. Camera Settings The explanations in this manual assume that default settings are used.

  • Page 7: The Reference Manual

    The Reference Manual can be viewed using Adobe Reader or Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later. 1 On your computer, launch a web browser and open the Nikon manual download site at http://nikonimglib.com/manual/ 2 Navigate to the page for the desired product and download the manual.

  • Page 8: 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 equip- ment. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the product will read them.
  • Page 9 Do not place the strap around the neck of Observe caution when using a flash. an infant or child. Placing the camera • Using the camera with the flash in strap around the neck of an infant or close contact with the skin or other child could result in strangulation.
  • Page 10 Nikon for the purpose to • Discontinue immediately maintain compliance with product should you notice any changes in regulations.

  • Page 11: Notices

    Notices • No part of the manuals included • Nikon will not be held liable for any with this product may be repro- damages resulting from the use of duced, transmitted, transcribed, this product. stored in a retrieval system, or trans- •...
  • Page 12 Use the interface cables sold or pro- lar installation. If this equipment does vided by Nikon for your equipment. cause harmful interference to radio or Using other interface cables may television reception, which can be...
  • Page 13 Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction Note that simply being in possession of material that has been digitally cop- ied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera, or other device may be punishable by law. • Items prohibited by law from being copied •...
  • Page 14 Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including charg- ers, batteries, AC adapters, and lens accessories) certified by Nikon specifically for use with this Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven to operate within the operational and safety requirements of this electronic circuitry.
  • Page 15 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 dam- ages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction.

  • Page 16: Wireless

    FCC WARNING 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. FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 17 Some studies have sug- gested that some biological effects might occur, but such findings have not been confirmed by additional research. The 1 V3, which is equipped with a LBWA1ZZYM6 (FCC ID:VPYLBYM / IC ID:772C-LBYM) wireless LAN module, has...
  • Page 18 Notices for Customers in Europe Hereby, Nikon Corporation, declares that the 1 V3 is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. The declaration of conformity may be con- sulted at http://imaging.nikon.com/support/pdf/DoC_1V3.pdf Notice for Customers in Singapore...

  • Page 19: Introduction

    ViewNX 2 CD required; shape depends on Warranty country of sale) User’s Manual (this manual) Electronic Viewfinder Grip DF-N1000 GR-N1010 (available separately) (available separately) * Nikon 1 V1 and V2 not supported. Memory cards are sold separately.

  • Page 20: Parts Of The Camera

    Parts of the Camera Take a few moments to familiarize yourself with camera controls and displays. You may find it helpful to bookmark this section and refer to it as you read through the rest of the manual. The Camera Body 14 13 12 Mounting mark ........22 External microphone connector...
  • Page 21 O (delete) button........36 Battery-chamber cover ..... 21 $ (display) button......5 Battery-chamber cover G (menu) button ......8 latch............21 K (playback) button ....35, 69, 74 Grip connector cover ......29 Fn1 button ..........12 Tripod socket Multi selector......... 9 Vari-angle monitor....4, 13, 24 J (OK) button........

  • Page 22: The Monitor

    The Monitor 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Battery fully charged or NO ICON partially discharged. Low battery. 26 25 Shooting mode ........7 Flash-ready indicator ......83 Live image control......37 “k” (appears when memory remains Creative mode ........39 for over 1000 exposures) Best moment capture Number of exposures remaining..26 selection ........
  • Page 23 The $ (Display) Button Press $ to cycle through shooting and playback indicators as shown below. $ button ❚❚ Shooting Simplified display Detailed display Virtual horizon * Displayed only in modes other than Creative Palette. Recording Area The area recorded during movie recording is shown by guides in the display;...
  • Page 24 ❚❚ Playback Simple photo info Detailed photo info Image only Highlights * Displayed only when On is selected for the Display > Playback highlight display option in the setup menu (0 102).
  • Page 25 The Mode Dial The camera offers a choice of the follow- ing shooting modes: Mode dial C Auto mode (0 31): Let the camera pick the settings for photographs and movies. w Creative mode (0 39): For photographs in which you want to use special effects or match settings to the scene.

  • Page 26: The G Button

    The G Button Most shooting, playback, and setup options can be accessed from the camera menus. To view the menus, press the G button. G button Tabs Choose from the following menus: K Playback menu (0 98) C w t u v w u z Shooting menu (0 99) 1 Movie menu (0 100) w Image processing menu (0 101) B Setup menu (0 102)
  • Page 27 ❚❚ Using the Menus Use the multi selector to navigate the playback, shooting, movie, image pro- cessing, setup, and Wi-Fi menus. Multi selector Select a menu. Press 1 or 3 to highlight tabs and press 2 to position the cursor in the highlighted menu.
  • Page 28 The & (Feature) Button To display the feature menu and adjust camera settings or access playback options, press the & button. & button & menu (shooting mode) & menu (playback) Select an item. Use the multi selector to highlight an item and press J to display options (to exit the &...
  • Page 29 The & Menu The & menu is context-sensitive: its contents vary with camera settings or the type of image displayed; options that are currently unavailable are shown in gray. The & menu is not available in auto mode.
  • Page 30 The Function Buttons (Fn1 and Fn2) The Fn1 and Fn2 buttons can be used for Fn2 button quick recall of frequently-used settings during shooting. To choose the roles these buttons play, go to Assign Fn but- ton in the setup menu (0 102), highlight the desired button, press 2, and choose from the following options: Fn1 button...

  • Page 31: Using The Vari-Angle Monitor

    Using the Vari-Angle Monitor The monitor can be angled and rotated as shown below. Normal use: The monitor is nor- mally used in storage position. Low-angle shots: Frame shots with the camera close to the ground. Once in the low-angle position, the monitor can be further low- ered.
  • Page 32 Using the Monitor Rotate the monitor gently within the limits shown on page 13. Do not use force. Failure to observe these precautions could damage the cam- era or monitor. If the camera is mounted on a tripod, care should be taken to ensure that the monitor does not contact the tripod.

  • Page 33: Using The Touch Screen

    Using the Touch Screen The touch-sensitive monitor supports the following operations: Tap the monitor. Flick Flick a finger a short distance across the monitor. Slide Slide a finger over the monitor. Stretch/Pinch Place two fingers on the monitor and move them apart or pinch them together.
  • Page 34 The Touch Screen The touch screen responds to static electricity and may not respond when covered with third-party protective films or when touched with fingernails or gloved hands. Do not use excessive force or touch the screen with sharp objects. Using the Touch Screen The camera may not recognize a tap if you leave your finger on the screen too long.
  • Page 35 Tap highlighted icons to view set- tings and tap icons or sliders to Adjust change (the items available vary with camera settings). Tap 0 to settings save changes and exit, or tap 2 to return to the previous display. Tap Shooting Options Tap shooting options can be adjusted by tapping the icon shown at right (0 85).
  • Page 36 Use stretch and pinch gestures to zoom in and out and slide to scroll. You can also double-tap a Zoom in picture in full-frame playback to zoom in and double-tap again to exit zoom. To “zoom out” to a thumbnail view, use a pinch gesture in full- frame playback.
  • Page 37 Choose a Tap a menu icon to choose a menu. menu Tap menu items to display Adjust options and tap icons or sliders to change. Tap 2 to return to the settings previous display. ❚❚ The & Menu The touch screen can be used to adjust settings in the & menu. Tap menu items to display options and tap icons or sliders to Adjust...

  • Page 38: First Steps

    First Steps Attach the camera strap. Attach the strap securely to the two camera eyelets. Charge the battery. Insert the battery into the charger and plug the charger in . An exhausted battery fully charges in about 3 hours. Unplug the charger and remove the battery when charging is complete.
  • Page 39 Insert the battery. Insert the battery in the orientation shown, using the battery to keep the orange battery latch pressed to one side. The latch locks the battery in place when the battery is fully inserted. Insert a memory card. The camera stores pictures on microSD, microSDHC, and microSDXC memory cards (available separately;...
  • Page 40 Attach a lens. Be careful to prevent dust from entering the camera when the lens or body cap is removed. The lens generally used in this manual for illustrative purposes is a 1 NIKKOR VR 10–30mm f/3.5–5.6 PD-ZOOM. When using the 1 NIKKOR VR 10–30mm f/3.5–5.6 PD-ZOOM, be sure not touch the lens cover;...
  • Page 41 1 NIKKOR VR 30–110mm f/3.8–5.6 lenses, firmware version 1.10 or later is required if locking the lens barrel is to turn the camera off when the monitor is off; for information on updating lens firmware, visit the Nikon website for your area).
  • Page 42 Turn the camera on. Rotate the power switch to turn the camera on. The power lamp will briefly light green and the monitor will turn on. If the lens is equipped with a front lens cap, remove the cap before shoot- ing.
  • Page 43 Set the clock. Use the multi selector and J button (0 9) to set the time and date. Note that the camera uses a 24-hour clock. Press 4 or 2 to highlight time Press 1 or 3 to highlight date zone and press J.
  • Page 44 Check the battery level and memory card capacity. Check the battery level and number Battery level of exposures remaining in the moni- tor (0 4). Exposures remaining...

  • Page 45: Attaching A Grip And Electronic Viewfinder

    Attaching a Grip and Electronic Viewfinder If desired, the camera can be used with an optional grip and electronic viewfinder (0 109). Manuals are not provided; users of these accessories will need to read following instructions in their entirety before proceeding. Attaching an Electronic Viewfinder Viewfinder eyepiece Diopter adjustment...
  • Page 46 Attach the viewfinder. After confirming that the camera is off, slide the signal contact into the multi- accessory port until it latches. Handling the Viewfinder Remove the viewfinder when it is not in use. If the viewfinder is attached, the shocks and vibration to which the camera may be exposed during transport or when placed in a bag could damage the camera or viewfinder.
  • Page 47 Attaching a Grip Fn3 button (0 12) Shutter-release button Connector cover holder Connector cap Signal contact Mounting screw Tripod socket Mounting screw knob Sub-command dial Follow the steps below to attach the grip. Remove the grip connector cover. Remove the grip connector cover from the bottom of the camera and place it in the holder.
  • Page 48 Remove the connector cap. Remove the grip connector cap. Be sure to replace the cap when the grip is not in use. Attach the grip. After confirming that the camera is off, align the camera and grip as shown and tighten the knob by rotating it in the LOCK2 direction, keeping the grip held in place so that the grip signal contact slides straight into the camera grip con- nector.

  • Page 49: Taking And Viewing Photographs

    Taking and Viewing Photographs This chapter describes how to take, view, and delete photo- graphs in auto and creative mode. Point-and-Shoot Photography (Auto Mode) Follow the steps below to take photographs in auto mode, a “point-and-shoot” mode in which the camera automatically detects the subject type and adjusts settings according to the subject and situation.
  • Page 50 Ready the camera. Hold the camera securely with both hands, being careful not to obstruct the lens, AF-assist illuminator, or microphone. Rotate the camera as shown at lower right when taking pic- tures in “tall” (portrait) orientation. Shutter speeds slow when lighting is poor;...
  • Page 51 Focus. Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus. If the subject is poorly lit, the AF-assist illuminator (0 2) may light to assist the focus operation. If the camera is able to focus, the selected Focus area focus area will be highlighted in green and a beep will sound (a beep may not sound if the subject is moving).
  • Page 52 Shoot. Smoothly press the shutter- release button the rest of the way down to release the shutter and record the photograph. The memory card access lamp will light and the photograph will be displayed in the monitor for a few seconds (the photo will automatically clear from the display when the shutter-release button is...

  • Page 53: Viewing Photographs

    Viewing Photographs Press K to display your most recent pho- tograph full frame in the monitor (full- frame playback). K button Press 4 or 2 or rotate the multi selector to view additional pictures. To zoom in on the center of the current image, rotate the main command dial to the right.

  • Page 54: Deleting Pictures

    Deleting Pictures To delete the current picture, press O. Note that once deleted, pic- tures can not be recovered. Display the photograph. Display the photograph you wish to delete as described on the preceding page. Press O. A confirmation dialog will be dis- played.

  • Page 55: Live Image Control

    Live Image Control Live image controls let you preview how changes to each control will affect the final photograph. To choose a live image control for auto mode, press J to display the live image control menu, then use the multi selector to highlight a control and press J to view the effect.
  • Page 56 Motion control: Suggest motion by blurring Freeze motion moving objects, or “freeze” motion to capture moving objects clearly. Blur motion Freeze motion Blur motion Brightness control: Make pictures brighter Brighter or darker. Brighter Darker Darker Live Image Control Continuous shooting is not available (0 75) and the built-in flash and optional flash units can not be used when live image control is in effect.

  • Page 57: Choosing A Creative Mode

    Choosing a Creative Mode Choose creative mode to match settings to the subject or situa- tion or take photos using special effects. Select w mode. Rotate the mode dial to w (creative). Choose an option. Press & (feature) to display the & menu, then highlight Creative and press J.

  • Page 58: Choosing A Mode That Matches The Subject Or Situation

    Choosing a Mode That Matches the Subject or Situation Choose a creative mode according to the subject or situation: Option Description Rotate the palette to choose creative effects while Creative Palette (4) previewing them in the display (0 41). HDR (5) Photograph high-contrast scenes (0 42).

  • Page 59: The Creative Palette

    The Creative Palette To choose a creative effect, rotate the multi selector or use a fin- ger to rotate the creative palette in the monitor. The selected effect is visible in the monitor and changes gradually as the pal- ette is rotated. Press the shutter-release button all the way down to take a pic- ture with the selected effect (tap shooting options are not avail- able when the creative palette is displayed;...

  • Page 60: Hdr

    Details in highlights and shadows are preserved using HDR (high dynamic range). Each time the shutter-release button is fully pressed, the camera takes two shots in quick succession and combines them to preserve details in highlights and shadows in high-contrast scenes; the built-in flash and optional flash units do not fire.

  • Page 61: Easy Panorama

    Easy Panorama Follow the steps below to shoot panoramas. During shooting, the camera focuses using auto-area AF; face detection (0 34) is not available. Exposure compensation can be used, but the built-in flash and optional flash units will not fire. Set focus and exposure.
  • Page 62 An example of how to pan the camera is shown below. With- out changing your position, pan the camera in a steady curve either horizontally or vertically. Time the pan according to the option selected for Image size in the shooting menu: about 15 seconds are needed to complete the pan when A Normal panorama is selected, about 30 seconds when B Wide panorama is selected.
  • Page 63 ❚❚ Viewing Panoramas Panoramas can be viewed by pressing J when a panorama is displayed full frame (0 35). The start of the panorama will be displayed with the smallest dimension filling the display and the camera will then scroll through the picture in the original pan direction.

  • Page 64: Selective Color

    Selective Color Take black-and-white pictures in which one hue appears in a color. Choose Select color. Press & (feature) to display the & menu, then highlight Select color and press J. Choose a color. Use the multi selector to choose a color and press J.

  • Page 65: Cross Process

    Cross Process Select a base hue to take pictures with modified colors. Select Hue. Press & (feature) to display the & menu, then highlight Hue and press Choose a color. Use the multi selector to choose a base color (red, green, blue, or yellow) and press J.

  • Page 66: Recording And Viewing Movies

    Recording and Viewing Movies Recording Movies Movies can be recorded using the movie-record button. Turn the camera on. Rotate the power switch to turn the camera on. Choose a shooting mode. Rotate the mode dial to C (auto), w ( c r e a t i v e ) , t , u , v, w, o r v (advanced movie) as described on page 50.
  • Page 67 Start recording. Press the movie-record button to begin recording. A recording indica- tor, the time elapsed, and the time available are displayed while record- ing is in progress. Audio Recording Movie-record button Be careful not to cover the microphone Recording indicator/ and note that the built-in microphone Time elapsed may record sounds made by the camera...
  • Page 68 ❚❚ Shooting Mode Movies can be recorded in the shooting modes listed below. Movies can not be recorded in best moment capture or Motion Snapshot modes. C Auto mode (0 31) Choose this mode to leave the camera in charge of choosing settings. The camera automatically adjusts settings according to the subject and situation.
  • Page 69 ❚❚ Advanced Movie Options In v (advanced movie) mode, the fol- lowing options can be accessed by press- ing & (feature) and selecting Advanced movie in the & menu. 0 HD movie Record high-definition (HD) movies. Record up to about three seconds of silent slow- motion footage.

  • Page 70: Taking Photographs During Movie Recording

    Taking Photographs During Movie Recording Press the shutter-release button all the way down to take a photograph without interrupting movie recording. Photo- graphs taken during movie recording have an aspect ratio of 3 : 2. Taking Photographs During Movie Recording Up to 20 photographs can be taken with each movie shot.

  • Page 71: Viewing Movies

    Viewing Movies Movies are indicated by a 1 icon in full-frame playback (0 35). Press J to start playback. Movie playback indicator/ 1 icon/Length Current position/total length Volume Guide The following operations can be performed: Description Pause Pause playback. Resume playback when the movie is paused Play or during rewind/advance.

  • Page 72: Deleting Movies

    Deleting Movies To delete the current movie, press O. A confirmation dialog will be displayed; press O again to delete the movie and return to playback, or press K to exit without deleting the movie. Note that once deleted, movies can not be recovered. O button The Speaker Keep your fingers and other objects away...
  • Page 73 Recording Time The following table lists the approximate maximum recording times for individual movies shot at the default frame size and rate in each shoot- ing mode. Auto, creative, t, u, v, and w modes 10 minutes Advanced movie mode HD movie 10 minutes 3 seconds...

  • Page 74: T, U, V, And W Modes

    t, u, v, and w Modes t, u, v, and w modes offer varying degrees of control over shutter speed and aperture. Choose a mode and adjust settings according to your creative intent. t Programmed Auto In this mode, the camera automatically adjusts shutter speed and aperture for optimal exposure in most situations.

  • Page 75: Shutter-Priority Auto

    u Shutter-Priority Auto In shutter-priority auto, you choose the shutter speed while the camera automatically selects the aperture that will produce the optimal exposure. Use slow shutter speeds to suggest motion by blurring moving subjects, fast shutter speeds to “freeze” motion. Fast shutter speed ( Slow shutter speed (1 s) 1600...

  • Page 76: Aperture-Priority Auto

    v Aperture-Priority Auto In aperture-priority auto, you choose the aperture while the camera automatically selects the shutter speed that will produce the optimal exposure. Large apertures (low f-numbers) reduce depth of field, blurring objects behind and in front of the main subject.

  • Page 77: Manual

    w Manual In manual mode, you control both shutter speed and aperture. ❚❚ Choosing Shutter Speed and Aperture Adjust shutter speed and aperture with reference to the exposure indicator (0 60). Shutter speed is set by rotating the main command dial right for faster speeds and left for slower speeds: choose from values between 30 s and s (30 s...
  • Page 78 The Exposure Indicator When shutter speeds other than “Bulb” or “Time” are selected, the exposure indicator shows whether the photograph would be under- or over-exposed at current settings. Optimal exposure Underexposed by Overexposed by over 2 EV...

  • Page 79: Other Shooting Modes

    Other Shooting Modes In addition to the modes described above, the camera offers u (best moment capture) mode to help with hard-to-time shots and a z (Motion Snapshot) mode that combines photographs with brief movie vignettes (0 71). u Choosing the Moment (Best Moment Capture) Choose a shot from 40 frames recorded to temporary storage shortly before or after the shutter is released (Active Selection), choose the moment to release the shutter as the scene plays...
  • Page 80 Select u mode. Rotate the mode dial to u (best moment capture). Choose Active Selection. Press & (feature) to display the & menu. Highlight Best moment cap- ture and press J, then highlight Active Selection and press J. Frame the photograph. Compose the photograph with your subject in the center of the frame.
  • Page 81 Begin buffering photographs. Press the shutter-release button half- way to focus (0 33). A & icon will be displayed as the camera begins recording images to the memory buffer. Shoot. Smoothly press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down. The 40 frames recorded to the buffer in the moments before and after the shutter- release button was pressed all the way...
  • Page 82 Save the selected frames. Press J to save the selected frames to the memory card. The memory card access lamp will light while recording is in progress; note that depending on shooting conditions and memory card write speed, some time may be required to save the selected images.

  • Page 83: Choosing Your Moment (Slow View)

    Choosing Your Moment (Slow View) When slow view is selected in u (best moment capture) mode, the camera captures a short sequence of still images and plays them back in slow motion so that you can choose the precise moment for a photograph. Select u mode.
  • Page 84 Press the shutter-release button halfway. After focusing, the camera will record 40 frames to a temporary memory buffer. It will then slowly play them back in a continuous loop while the Progress indicator shutter-release button is kept pressed halfway. A & icon is displayed in the monitor.

  • Page 85: Letting The Camera Choose The Moment (Smart Photo Selector)

    Letting the Camera Choose the Moment (Smart Photo Selector) The Smart Photo Selector helps you capture a fleeting expres- sion on the face of a portrait subject or other hard-to-time shots such as group photos in party scenes. Each time the shutter is released, the camera automatically selects the best shot and four best shot candidates based on composition and motion.
  • Page 86 Frame the photograph. Compose the photograph with your subject in the center of the frame. Begin buffering photographs. Press the shutter-release button half- way to focus (0 33). A & icon will be displayed as the camera begins recording images to the memory buffer.
  • Page 87 ❚❚ Viewing Photos Taken with the Smart Photo Selector Press K and use the multi selector to dis- play photographs taken with the Smart Photo Selector (0 35; pictures taken with the Smart Photo Selector are indicated by a y icon). Of the photographs recorded by the Smart Photo Selector, only the K button best shot will be displayed (when you...
  • Page 88 ❚❚ Deleting Pictures Pressing O when a picture taken with the Smart Photo Selector is selected displays a confirmation dialog; press O again to delete the best shot and the best shot candidates, or press K to exit without deleting the pictures. Note that once O button deleted, pictures can not be recovered.

  • Page 89: Combining Photos With Brief Movie Vignettes (Motion Snapshot Mode)

    z Combining Photos with Brief Movie Vignettes (Motion Snapshot Mode) Record brief movie vignettes with your photographs. Each time the shutter is released, the camera records a still image and about 1.6 s of movie footage. When the resulting “Motion Snap- shot”...
  • Page 90 Begin buffering. Press the shutter-release button half- way to focus (0 33). A & icon will be displayed as the camera begins recording footage to the memory buffer. Shoot. Smoothly press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down. The camera will record a photograph, together with about 1.6 s of movie footage beginning before and ending...
  • Page 91 ❚❚ Audio To record about four seconds of sound with Motion Snapshots beginning at the start of movie recording, use the multi selector and J button to select Ambient for Audio in the & (feature) menu (0 10). Motion Snapshots can also be recorded with background music (Background music) or no sound (None).

  • Page 92: Viewing Motion Snapshots

    Viewing Motion Snapshots Press K and use the multi selector to dis- play a Motion Snapshot (0 35; Motion Snapshots are indicated by a z icon). Pressing J when a Motion Snapshot is displayed plays back the movie portion in slow motion over a period of about 4 s, K button followed by the photo;...

  • Page 93: More On Photography

    More on Photography This section describes other features you can use when taking pictures. Continuous Mode Shoot a continuous series (burst) of photographs. Display release mode options. Press 4 (C) to display release mode options. Select I. Highlight I (continuous) and press 2 to display frame rate options.
  • Page 94 Frame your subject and shoot. Press the shutter-release button all the way down to shoot the burst. Continuous Mode A mechanical shutter is used for pictures taken when I is selected and Off is selected for Silent photography in the setup menu (0 102). An electronic shutter is used for pictures taken at other settings.

  • Page 95: Self-Timer Modes

    Self-Timer Modes The self-timer is used to delay shutter release until 10 or 2 seconds after the shutter-release button is pressed all the way down. Display release mode options. Press 4 (C) to display release mode options. Select E. Highlight E (self-timer) and press 2 to display self-timer options.
  • Page 96 Frame the photograph and shoot. Press the shutter-release button half- way to focus, and then press the but- ton the rest of the way down. The self- timer lamp will start to flash and a beep will begin to sound. Two sec- onds before the photo is taken, the lamp will stop flashing and the beep- ing will become more rapid.

  • Page 97: Remote Control Photography

    Remote Control Photography The optional ML-L3 remote control (0 110) can be used to reduce camera shake or for self-portraits. Before Using the ML-L3 Remote Control Before using the remote control for the first time, remove the clear plas- tic battery-insulator sheet. Display release mode options.
  • Page 98 Frame the photograph and shoot. From a distance of 5 m (16 ft) or less, aim the ML-L3 at the infrared receiver on the front of the camera (0 2) and press the ML-L3 shutter-release but- ton. If " is selected, the self-timer lamp will light for about two seconds before the shutter is released.

  • Page 99: The Built-In Flash

    The Built-in Flash Use the built-in flash for additional lighting when the subject is poorly lit or to “fill-in” (illuminate) back-lit subjects. The built-in flash can be used as described below, but note that some cam- era settings automatically disable the built-in flash: Raise the flash.
  • Page 100 ❚❚ Flash Modes The following flash modes are available in C (auto), q (soft), r (miniature effect), s (selective color), 6 (cross process), 7 (toy camera effect), t, u, v, and w modes: • N (fill flash): The flash fires with every shot. •...
  • Page 101 Raising the Flash When using the flash, be sure it is fully raised as shown at right. Do not touch the flash dur- ing shooting. Lowering the Built-in Flash To save power when the flash is not in use, press it gently downward until the latch clicks into place.
  • Page 102 Using the Built-in Flash If the flash is fired multiple times in quick succession, the flash and shutter may be temporarily disabled to protect the flash. Shooting can be resumed after a brief pause. Objects close to the camera may be overexposed in photographs taken with the flash at high ISO sensitivities.

  • Page 103: Tap Shooting Options

    Tap Shooting Options Tap the icon shown at right to choose the operation performed by tapping the monitor in shooting mode. The options available vary with the shooting and focus mode. Auto and Creative Modes Choose from the following options. When you tap a subject in the display, the camera will focus and take a picture.
  • Page 104 ❚❚ Manual Focus Mode The following options are available in manual focus mode. When you tap the display, the camera will take a picture without first adjusting focus. Tap a subject to display it at a higher magnification in the moni- tor.
  • Page 105 Best Moment Capture/Motion Snapshot Tap shooting options are not available in best moment capture and Motion Snapshot modes. Taking Pictures Using Tap Shooting Options Avoid tapping too hard. The camera may move when the shutter is released, blurring photographs. The shutter-release button can be used to focus and take pictures even when the 3 icon is displayed to show that tap shooting options are active.

  • Page 106: Wi-Fi

    What Wi-Fi Can Do for You The camera can connect via Wi-Fi wireless networks to a smart device running Nikon’s dedicated Wireless Mobile Utility app. The smart device can be used to control the camera and take pictures remotely, or pictures can be downloaded from the cam- era to the smart device and shared with others on the Internet.

  • Page 107: Accessing The Camera

    Accessing the Camera Before connecting via Wi-Fi (wireless LAN), install the Wireless Mobile Utility on your Android or iOS smart device. Instructions for accessing the camera vary with the type of connection used by the smart device. Android • Push-button WPS: If the smart device supports push-button WPS (i.e., has a WPS button connection option in its Wi-Fi settings menu), you can use this easy method to connect to the smart device (0 90)

  • Page 108: Wps (Android Only)

    WPS (Android Only) Select Wi-Fi. Press the G button to display the menus, then highlight Wi-Fi and press Connect. Enable WPS button connections on the camera and smart device: • Camera: Highlight Wi-Fi connection type and press 2, then highlight Push-button WPS and press 2 to ready the camera for a WPS connec- tion.

  • Page 109: Pin Entry (Android Only)

    PIN Entry (Android Only) Select Wi-Fi. Press the G button to display the menus, then highlight Wi-Fi and press Select Wi-Fi connection type > PIN-entry WPS. Highlight Wi-Fi connection type and press 2. Highlight PIN-entry WPS and press Enter the PIN. Enter the PIN displayed by the smart device.

  • Page 110: Ssid (Android And Ios)

    SSID (Android and iOS) Select Wi-Fi. Press the G button to display the menus, then highlight Wi-Fi and press Select Connect. Highlight Connect and press 2. Select Yes. Highlight Yes and press J to view the camera SSID. Select the camera SSID on the smart device. Select the camera SSID in the list of networks displayed by the smart device.
  • Page 111 Launch the Wireless Mobile Utility. Launch the Wireless Mobile Utility on the smart device. The main dialog will be displayed. ❚❚ Restoring Default Settings To restore default network settings, high- light Wi-Fi connection type > Reset Wi-Fi settings and press 2. A confirma- tion dialog will be displayed;...

  • Page 112: Uploading Pictures To A Smart Device

    Uploading Pictures to a Smart Device Follow the steps below to upload photos from the camera to a smart device. Uploading Photos One at a Time Use the Wi-Fi upload option in the playback & (feature) menu (0 10) to upload the photo currently displayed in full-frame playback.
  • Page 113 Download the photo to the smart device. Launch the Wireless Mobile Utility on the smart device and follow the on-screen instructions to download the photo. When download is complete, press the G button on the camera to terminate the Wi-Fi connection.
  • Page 114 Uploading Multiple Selected Photos To upload multiple selected photos, use the Wi-Fi upload option in the playback menu. Choose Wi-Fi upload. Press the G button to display the menus. Highlight Wi-Fi upload in the playback menu and press 2. G button Select photos.
  • Page 115 Press J. Press J to complete the operation. A confirmation dialog will be displayed. Select Yes. Highlight Yes and press J. Select the camera SSID on the smart device. Select the camera SSID in the list of networks displayed by the smart device.

  • Page 116: Menu Options

    Menu Options To display the playback, shooting, movie, image processing, and setup menus, press the G button. Following menu options are available: G button ❚❚ Playback Menu Options Option Description Delete Delete multiple images. Slide show View movies and photos in a slide show. Choose whether pictures are displayed after Image review shooting.
  • Page 117 ❚❚ Shooting Menu Options Option Description Reset shooting Reset shooting options to default values. options Choose a creative mode. Creative Choose from Active Selection, Slow view, and Best moment capture Smart Photo Selector. Choose how the camera sets shutter speed and aperture in Motion Snapshot mode and when Active Exposure mode Selection or Slow view is chosen in best moment...
  • Page 118 Option Description Choose base hue for pictures taken with Cross process selected in creative mode. Adjust saturation and vignetting for pictures taken Toy camera effect with Toy camera effect selected in creative mode. Metering Choose how the camera meters exposure. Choose whether the camera corrects barrel and pin- Auto distortion control...
  • Page 119 Option Description Choose a frame rate for slow-motion movies Slow motion recorded in advanced movie mode (0 51). Choose a frame size and rate for movies recorded in Frame size/ frame auto, creative, t, u, v, and w modes and when HD rate movie is selected in advanced movie mode (0 51).
  • Page 120 ❚❚ Setup Menu Options Option Description Reset setup menu options other than Flicker reduc- Reset setup options tion, Time zone and date, and Language to default values. Format memory card Format the memory card. Slot empty release Allow the shutter to be released when no memory card is inserted in the camera.

  • Page 121: Connecting To A Computer

    Remove the installer CD from the CD-ROM drive. Supplied Software Be sure to update to the latest versions of the supplied software. Nikon Message Center 2 will periodically check for updates while the computer is connected to the Internet. Motion Snapshots ViewNX 2 is required to view Motion Snapshots saved using the File format >...

  • Page 122: System Requirements

    System Requirements The system requirements for ViewNX 2 are: Windows • Photos: Intel Celeron, Pentium 4, Core Series; 1.6 GHz or better • Movies (playback): Pentium D 3.0 GHz or better; Intel Core i5 or better recommended when viewing movies with a frame size of 1280 ×...
  • Page 123 • Photos: Intel Core or Xeon series • Movies (playback): Core Duo 2 GHz or better; Intel Core i5 or better recommended when viewing movies with a frame size of 1280 × 720 or more at a frame rate of 30 fps or above or movies with a frame size of 1920 ×...

  • Page 124: Viewing And Editing Pictures On A Computer

    Viewing and Editing Pictures on a Computer Transferring Pictures Choose how pictures will be copied to the computer. Choose one of the following methods: • Direct USB connection: Turn the camera off and ensure that the memory card is inserted in the camera. Connect the camera to the computer using the supplied USB cable (do not use force or insert the connectors at an angle) and then turn the camera on.
  • Page 125 If a message is displayed prompting you to choose a pro- gram, select Nikon Transfer 2. Windows 7 If the following dialog is displayed, select Nikon Transfer 2 as described below. 1 Under Import pictures and videos, click Change pro- gram.

  • Page 126: Viewing Pictures

    Viewing Pictures Pi c t u r e s a r e d i s p l a y e d i n ViewNX 2 when transfer is com- plete. Starting ViewNX 2 Manually • Windows: Double-click ViewNX 2 shortcut on the desk- top.

  • Page 127: Technical Notes

    Power sources EN-EL20a batteries are available from local retailers and Nikon-authorized service representatives. • Battery Charger MH-29 (0 20): Recharge EN-EL20a batteries. • Power Connector EP-5C, AC Adapter EH-5b: These accessories can be used to power the camera for extended periods (EH-5a and EH-5 AC adapters can also be used).
  • Page 128 Flash units When mounted on the Nikon 1 V3, the following flash units support i-TTL and manual flash control. • Speedlight SB-N5:The SB-N5 has a Guide Number of 8.5/27.9 (m/ft, ISO 100, 20 °C/68 °F; Guide Number at ISO 160 is 10.8/35.4).

  • Page 129: Approved Memory Cards

    Approved Memory Cards The following cards have been tested and approved for use in the camera. Cards with class 6 or faster write speeds are recom- mended for movie recording. Recording may end unexpectedly when cards with slower write speeds are used. microSD cards microSDHC cards microSDXC cards...

  • Page 130: Storage And Cleaning

    Storage and Cleaning Storage If the camera will not be used for an extended period, remove the battery and store it in a cool, dry area with the terminal cover in place. To prevent mold or mildew, store the camera in a dry, well-ventilated area.

  • Page 131: Caring For The Camera And Battery: Cautions

    Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions Do not drop: The product may mal- Keep the lens mount covered: Be sure to function if subjected to strong attach the body cap if the camera is shocks or vibration. without a lens. Keep dry: This product is not water- Do not touch the image sensor: The proof, and may malfunction if...
  • Page 132 Cleaning: When cleaning the camera To prevent mold or mildew, take body, use a blower to gently the camera out of storage at least remove dust and lint, then wipe once a month. Turn the camera on gently with a soft, dry cloth. After and release the shutter a few times using the camera at the beach or before putting it away.
  • Page 133 Do not leave the lens pointed at the sun: • Do not use the battery at ambient Do not leave the lens pointed at temperatures below 0°C (32°F) or the sun or other strong light source above 40 °C (104 °F); failure to for an extended period.
  • Page 134 Nikon- charge only partially. Wait for the authorized service representative. battery to cool before charging.
  • Page 135 Servicing the Camera and Accessories The camera is a precision device and requires regular servicing. Nikon recommends that the camera be inspected by the original retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative once every one to two years, and that it be serviced once every three to five years (note that fees apply to these services).

  • Page 136: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If the camera fails to function as expected, check this list of com- mon problems before consulting your retailer or Nikon repre- sentative. Battery/Display The camera is on but does not respond: Wait for recording or any other process- ing to end.

  • Page 137: Shooting (All Modes)

    Shooting (All Modes) The camera takes time to turn on: Delete files or format the memory card. The shutter-release is disabled: • The battery is exhausted (0 4, 20). • The memory card is full. • The flash is charging (0 83). •...

  • Page 138: Movies

    Movies Cannot record movies: The movie-record button can not be used to record movies in best moment capture or Motion Snapshot mode (0 64, 73). No sound is recorded for movies: • Microphone off is selected for Movie sound options > Microphone (0 101).

  • Page 139: Wi-Fi (Wireless Networks)

    Wi-Fi (Wireless Networks) Smart devices do not display the camera SSID (network name): • Confirm that camera Wi-Fi is enabled (0 89). • Try turning the smart device Wi-Fi off and then on again. Miscellaneous The date of recording is not correct: Set the camera clock ( 0 102). Menu items are unavailable: Some options are only available at particular settings or when a memory card is inserted.

  • Page 140: Error Messages

    • Use an approved card. This memory card • Format the card. If the problem persists, the cannot be used. Card card may be damaged. Contact a Nikon-autho- may be damaged; rized service representative. insert a different card. • Insert a new memory card.
  • Page 141 Message Solution This memory card is Select Yes to format the card, or turn the camera not formatted. Format off and insert another memory card. the memory card? • You may be able to record additional images if you reduce image quality or size. Memory card is full.

  • Page 142: Specifications

    Effective angle of view equivalent) Effective pixels 18.4 million Image sensor Image sensor 13.2 mm × 8.8 mm CMOS sensor (Nikon CX for- mat) Dust-reduction system Image sensor cleaning Storage Still images taken in auto, t, u, v, w, best moment...
  • Page 143 • NEF (RAW): 12-bit, compressed File format • JPEG: JPEG-Baseline compliant with fine (approx. 1 : 4), normal (approx. 1 : 8) compression • NEF (RAW) + JPEG: Single photograph recorded in both NEF (RAW) and JPEG formats Standard, Neutral, Vivid, Monochrome, Portrait, Picture Control system Landscape;...
  • Page 144 • Mechanical shutter: Synchronizes with shutter at Flash sync speed s or slower • Electronic shutter: Synchronizes with shutter at s or slower Release • Single frame, continuous Mode • Self-timer, remote, interval timer shooting Frame advance rate Approx. 6, 10, 20, 30, or 60 fps 2 s, 10 s Self-timer Remote control modes...
  • Page 145 Focus Autofocus Hybrid autofocus (phase-detection/contrast- detect AF); AF-assist illuminator Lens servo • Autofocus (AF): Single AF (AF-S); continuous AF (AF-C); auto AF-S/AF-C selection (AF-A); full- time AF (AF-F) • Manual focus (MF) Single-point, auto-area, subject tracking AF-area mode Focus area •...
  • Page 146 Movie Metering TTL metering using image sensor • Matrix Metering method • Center-weighted: Meters 4.5 mm circle in center of frame • Spot: Meters 2 mm circle centered on selected focus area Frame size (pixels)/ HD movies (aspect ratio 16 : 9) recording rate •...
  • Page 147 Interface Hi-Speed USB Type D HDMI connector HDMI output Multi accessory port Used for designated accessories Audio input Stereo mini-pin jack (3.5mm diameter) Wireless IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g Standards Communications • IEEE 802.11b: DSSS/CCK • IEEE 802.11g: OFDM protocols Operating frequency 2412–2462 MHz (channels 1–11) Approximately 10 m/33 ft (assumes no interfer- Range (line of sight)
  • Page 148 • Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in this manual at any time and without prior notice. Nikon will not be held liable for damages that may result from any mistakes that this manual may contain.
  • Page 149 1 NIKKOR VR 10–30mm f/3.5–5.6 PD-ZOOM Type 1 mount lens 10–30 mm Focal length Maximum aperture f/3.5–5.6 Construction 9 elements in 7 groups (including 4 aspherical lens elements, 1 ED lens element, and HRI lens elements) 77°–29° 40′ Angle of view Vibration reduction Lens shift using voice coil motors (VCMs) Minimum focus distance 0.2 m (0.7 ft) from focal plane at all zoom positions...
  • Page 150 Dimensions (W× H × D) Approx. 119.2 × 76.6 × 48.8 mm (4.7 × 3.0 × 1.9 in.), excluding projections Approx. 63 g (2.2 oz), excluding connector cap Weight Specifications subject to change without notice. Nikon will not be held liable for damages that may result from any mistakes that this manual may contain.
  • Page 151 Wi-Fi and the Wi-Fi logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance. All other trade names mentioned in this manual or the other documentation provided with your Nikon product are trade- marks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

  • Page 152: Battery Life

    • Using vibration reduction mode with VR lenses • Using zoom with power zoom lenses • Using viewfinders, grips, flash units, or GPS units To ensure that you get the most from rechargeable Nikon EN-EL20a batteries: • Keep the battery contacts clean. Soiled contacts can reduce battery performance.

  • Page 153: Index

    Index Y (red-eye reduction) ....82 Symbols p (slow sync) ........82 C (Auto mode) ......7, 31 q (rear-curtain sync) ...... 82 t (Programmed auto) .....56 N (flash-ready indicator) ....83 u (Shutter-priority auto) ....57 v (Aperture-priority auto) .....58 Numerics w (Manual) ..........59 4-second movie .........
  • Page 154 Network connection ......88 Format memory card ....... 21 Night landscape ........ 33 Full-frame playback ......35 Night portrait ........33 Nikon Transfer 2 ......107 Grid display ......... 31 Grip ..........29, 109 Photo information .......6 PIN-entry WPS ........91 Playback ..........35 H.264 ............128...
  • Page 155 Press the shutter-release button all Toy camera effect ......40 the way down ........34 Press the shutter-release button USB ............106 halfway ..........33 USB cable ...........106 Programmed auto ......56 Push-button WPS ......90 Vari-angle monitor .......3, 13 View SSID ..........92 Rear-curtain sync .......82 Viewfinder ........27, 109 Red-eye reduction ......82 ViewNX 2 ..........103...
  • Page 156 No reproduction in any form of this manual, in whole or in part (except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews), may be made without written authorization from NIKON CORPORATION. Printed in China SB4E02(11) 6MVA7811-02...

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