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  • Page 1 DIGITAL CAMERA User's Manual...
  • Page 2 Compatibility with a Variety of Accessories (Available Separately) • Speedlights (External Flash Unit)............A87 You can use the Speedlight that supports the Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS). Also, an off-camera flash can be controlled wirelessly by setting the flash mode to (commander mode).
  • Page 3 Introduction Parts of the Camera and Main Functions The Basics of Shooting and Playback Shooting Features Playback Features Recording and Playing Back Movies General Camera Setup Technical Notes and Index...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Introduction Read This First Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX P7700 digital camera. Before using the camera, please read the information in “For Your Safety” (Avi to viii) 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 5: About This Manual

    About the Included “Reference Manual CD-ROM” A PDF version of the COOLPIX P7700 Reference Manual can be found on the included CD-ROM. Refer to it for more detailed information. Viewing the “Reference Manual CD-ROM”...

  • Page 6: 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 7 Read This First Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction Note that simply being in possession of material that was digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera or other device may be punishable by law. • Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, securities, government bonds or local government bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are stamped “Sample.”...

  • 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 equipment. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the product will read them.
  • Page 9 Nikon- • The battery is prone to leakage when authorized service representative for fully discharged. To avoid damage to inspection.
  • Page 10 When connecting cables to the input skin or entering the eyes or mouth. and output jacks, use only the cables Turn the power off when using provided or sold by Nikon for the inside an airplane or the purpose, to maintain compliance with hospital product regulations.

  • Page 11: Notices

    Nikon interference in a residential installation. Corporation may void the user’s This equipment generates, uses, and authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 12 State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES Wash hands after handling. ACCORDING TO THE Nikon Inc., INSTRUCTIONS. 1300 Walt Whitman Road, This symbol indicates that Melville, New York 11747-3064 this product is to be collected separately.

  • Page 13: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction ............................ii Read This First............................ii Confirming the Package Contents......................ii About This Manual............................... iii Information and Precautions........................iv For Your Safety ............................vi WARNINGS ................................vi Notices ..............................ix Parts of the Camera and Main Functions..................1 The Camera Body ..........................
  • Page 14 Table of Contents Shooting Features..........................34 A (Auto) Mode............................ 34 Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) .................. 35 Viewing a Description (Help Information) of Each Scene ............35 Characteristics of Each Scene ........................36 Using Skin Softening ............................44 Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting) ............. 45 A, B, C, D Modes (Setting the Exposure for Shooting) ............
  • Page 15 Table of Contents Playback Features..........................91 Playback Zoom............................. 91 Viewing Several Images (Thumbnail Playback and Calendar Display)......92 Features That Can Be Set Using the d (Menu) button (Playback Mode) ....93 Available Playback Menus ..........................93 Using the Screen for Selecting Images....................95 Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer............
  • Page 16 Table of Contents Reference Section........................E1 Taking Pictures With Manual Focus..................E2 Using Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playing back) ............E3 Taking Pictures with Easy Panorama....................E3 Viewing Easy Panorama (Scroll) ......................E5 Using Panorama Assist......................... E6 Playing Images in a Sequence....................E8 Editing Still Images........................
  • Page 17 Table of Contents Flash Exp. Comp............................E51 Noise Reduction Filter..........................E52 Built-in ND Filter............................E52 Distortion Control............................E53 Active D-Lighting............................E53 Zoom Memory ............................E54 Startup Zoom Position ........................... E54 M Exposure Preview..........................E55 Focus-coupled Metering........................E55 Commander Mode........................... E56 Specialized Menu for E, F or N ...................
  • Page 18 Table of Contents Auto Off ................................E78 Format Memory/Format Card......................E79 Language................................ E79 TV Settings ..............................E80 External Mic Sensitivity........................... E80 Customize Command Dials......................... E81 Command Dial Rotation........................E81 Multi Selector Right Press........................E81 Delete Button Options ........................... E82 AE/AF Lock Button ............................ E82 Fn1 + Shutter Button..........................

  • Page 19: Parts Of The Camera And Main Functions

    Parts of the Camera and Main Functions The Camera Body 8 9 10 11 12 15 16 17 18 19 HDMI mini connector (Type C) ..... 96 Accessory Shoe Cover BS-1..... 87 USB/Audio video connector....96 Accessory shoe ..........87 Power connector cover (for an optional Flash.................
  • Page 20 The Camera Body 13 14 15 16 17 Accessory terminal ..E88, E102 External microphone connector..104 Speaker ..........94, 109, 111 Eyelet for camera strap ........7 Monitor .............8, 9, 12 K (flash pop-up) control .....56 c (playback) button.........32 s (display) button ......9, 12 d (menu) button......

  • Page 21: Principle Functions Of The Controls

    The Camera Body Principle Functions of the Controls For Shooting Control Main Function Change the shooting mode. Mode dial Rotate toward g (i) (telephoto zoom position) to zoom in, and rotate toward f (h) (wide- angle position) to zoom out. Zoom control •...
  • Page 22 The Camera Body Control Main Function Display or exit the quick menu. 67, 105 Quick menu dial, Quick menu button Display and hide the menu. d (menu) button When pressed halfway (i.e., if you stop pressing when you feel resistance slightly): Set focus and exposure.
  • Page 23 The Camera Body Control Main Function Switch the information displayed on the monitor screen. s (display) button Play back images. Playback button Delete the last image that was saved. Delete button For Playback Control Main Function • When the camera is turned off, press and hold this button to turn the camera on in playback mode.
  • Page 24 The Camera Body Control Main Function • Display individual images of a sequence in full-frame. • Scroll an image recorded with Easy panorama. • Play back movies. • Switch from image thumbnail or zoomed Apply selection button image display to full-frame playback mode. •...

  • Page 25: Attaching The Camera Strap

    The Camera Body Attaching the Camera Strap Attach the strap at two places. Attaching and Detaching the Lens Cap Lens Cap • Remove the lens cap before you shoot a picture. • At times when you are not shooting pictures such as when the power is off, or while you are carrying the camera, attach the lens cap to the camera to protect the lens.

  • Page 26: Opening And Adjusting The Angle Of The Monitor

    The Camera Body Opening and Adjusting the Angle of the Monitor The orientation and tilt of the monitor on the camera can be changed. This is useful when shooting with the camera in a high or a low position, or when taking self-portraits.

  • Page 27: Switching The Monitor Screen (S Button)

    The Camera Body Switching the Monitor Screen (s Button) To switch the information displayed on the monitor screen during shooting and playback, press the s (display) button. For Shooting 1/250 1/250 1/250 F5.6 F5.6 F5.6 1280 1280 1280 Display information Information hidden Display the picture and the shooting Display the picture only.

  • Page 28: Basic Menu Operations

    Basic Menu Operations Once the menu is displayed, various settings can be changed. Press the d button. • The menu that matches the status of the camera, such as shooting or playback mode, is displayed. Shooting menu Custom Picture Control Metering Continuous AF area mode...
  • Page 29 Basic Menu Operations Switching Among Menu Tabs To display a different menu, such as the setup menu (A110), use the multi selector to switch to another tab. Tabs Shooting menu Shooting menu Set up Custom Picture Control Custom Picture Control Welcome screen Metering Metering...

  • Page 30: Monitor Screen

    Monitor Screen The information that is displayed on the monitor during shooting and playback changes depending on the camera’s settings and state of use. Press the s (display) button to hide or show the information on the monitor (A9). For Shooting 10 11 1/250 1/250...
  • Page 31 Monitor Screen Shooting mode........26, 27 Aperture value..........48 Focus mode............63 Focus area (for center) ..55, 64, 71, 86 Focus indicator..........30 Focus area (for manual) Quick menu dial indicator....67, 105 .......... 38, 39, 43, 55, 64, 71 Zoom indicator ........29, 63 Focus area (for auto, target finding AF) Zoom memory..........72 ..........
  • Page 32 Monitor Screen For Playback Full-frame display (A32) 15/11/2012 15/11/2012 15/11/2012 12:00 12:00 12:00 9999.JP 9999.JPG 9999.JPG 11 12 999/ 999 999/ 999 999/ 999 999/ 999 999/ 999 999/ 999 1m 0s 1m 0s 1m 0s 9999/9999 9999/9999 9999/9999 1m 0s 1m 0s 1m 0s Tone level information display...
  • Page 33 Monitor Screen Date of recording......... 24 D-Lighting icon ..........93 Time of recording ........24 Quick retouch icon........93 Voice memo indicator....... 94 Filter effects icon........... 93 Battery level indicator ....... 22 Straighten indicator........94 Protect icon............93 Skin softening icon........93 Eye-Fi communication indicator Sequence display (when Individual ..............114, E89...

  • Page 34: The Basics Of Shooting And Playback

    The Basics of Shooting and Playback Preparation 1 Charge the Battery Prepare the included Battery Charger MH-24. If a plug adapter* is included with your camera, attach the plug adapter to the plug on the Battery Charger. Push the plug adapter firmly until it is securely held in place.
  • Page 35 Battery Charger from the electrical outlet, and stop charging. Take the battery and Battery Charger to your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. Notes on Battery Charger • Be sure to read and follow the warnings of “For Your Safety” (Avi) thoroughly before using the Battery Charger.

  • Page 36: Preparation 2 Insert The Battery

    Preparation 2 Insert the Battery Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. Insert the battery. • Use the battery to push the orange battery latch in the direction shown (1), and fully insert the battery (2). • When the battery is inserted correctly, the battery latch will lock the battery in place.

  • Page 37: Removing The Battery

    Preparation 2 Insert the Battery Removing the Battery Before opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover, turn the camera off (A23) and confirm that the power-on lamp and the monitor are off. To eject the battery, open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover and push the orange battery latch in the direction shown (1).

  • Page 38: Preparation 3 Insert A Memory Card

    Preparation 3 Insert a Memory Card Confirm that the power-on lamp and the monitor are turned off and open the battery- chamber/memory card slot cover. • Be sure to turn off the camera before opening the cover. Insert the memory card. •...

  • Page 39: Removing Memory Cards

    Preparation 3 Insert a Memory Card Removing Memory Cards Before opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover, turn the camera off and confirm that the power-on lamp and the monitor are off. Press the memory card in lightly with your finger (1) to partially eject it, and then pull it out straight (2).

  • Page 40: Step 1 Turn The Camera On

    Step 1 Turn the Camera On Open the monitor and remove the lens cap. • See “Opening and Adjusting the Angle of the Monitor“ (A8) for more information. • See “Attaching the Camera Strap“ (A7) for more information. Press the power switch to turn on the camera.

  • Page 41: Turning The Camera On And Off

    Step 1 Turn the Camera On Turning the Camera On and Off • When the camera is turned on, the power-on lamp (green) lights and the monitor is turned on (the power-on lamp turns off when the monitor is turned on).

  • Page 42: Setting The Display Language, Date, And Time

    Step 1 Turn the Camera On Setting the Display Language, Date, and Time Dialogs for language selection and camera clock setting are displayed the first time the camera is turned on. Press the multi selector H or I Language to choose the desired language Čeština and press the k button.
  • Page 43 Step 1 Turn the Camera On Press H, I, J or K to set date and time, and Date and time press the k button. • Choose an item: Press K or J (selected in the following 2012 order: D (day) ➝ M (month) ➝ Y (year) ➝ hour ➝ minute).

  • Page 44: Step 2 Select A Shooting Mode

    Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode Rotate the mode dial to select the shooting mode. • The following describes how to take pictures in A (auto) mode as an example. Rotate the mode dial to A. Auto mode • The camera switches to A (auto) mode and the shooting mode icon changes to A.

  • Page 45: Available Shooting Modes

    Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode Available Shooting Modes A, B, C, D mode (A48) e (movie) mode (A101) Choose these modes for greater control over You can record slow motion shutter speed and aperture value. Settings in and fast motion movies, in the quick menu (A67) or shooting menu addition to basic movies (A70) are available to suit the shooting...

  • Page 46: Step 3 Frame A Picture

    Step 3 Frame a Picture Ready the camera. • Keep your fingers, hair, strap and other objects away from the lens, flash, AF-assist illuminator and microphone. • To shoot in the “tall” orientation, hold the camera so that the flash is above the lens. Frame the picture.

  • Page 47: Using The Zoom

    Step 3 Frame a Picture Using the Zoom Zoom out Zoom in Rotate the zoom control to activate the optical zoom. • To zoom in so that the subject fills a larger area of the frame, rotate toward g (telephoto zoom position).

  • Page 48: Step 4 Focus And Shoot

    Step 4 Focus and Shoot Press the shutter-release button halfway to adjust the focus. • “Pressing halfway“ is the action of pressing the shutter-release button slightly until you feel resistance and then holding in that position. • When the subject is in focus, the focus area or focus indicator (A12) lights in green.
  • Page 49 Step 4 Focus and Shoot Focus and Exposure When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the camera sets the focus and exposure (combination of shutter speed and aperture value). The focus and exposure remain locked while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. •...

  • Page 50: Step 5 Play Back Images

    Step 5 Play Back Images Press the c (playback) button. • When you switch from shooting mode to playback mode, the last image saved will be displayed in full-frame playback c (playback) mode. button Multi selector Use the multi selector to view previous or next images.

  • Page 51: Step 6 Delete Unwanted Images

    Step 6 Delete Unwanted Images Press the l button to delete the image currently displayed on the monitor. Press the multi selector H or I to select Yes and press the k button. Erase 1 image? • Deleted images cannot be recovered. •...

  • Page 52: Shooting Features

    Shooting Features A (Auto) Mode Shoot easily with basic camera operations without going into detailed settings. The camera selects the focus area for autofocus in accordance with the composition or subject. • The camera automatically selects the areas containing the subject closest to the camera out of 9 focus areas.

  • Page 53: Scene Mode (Shooting Suited To Scenes)

    Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) Press the d button and display the scene menu to select one of the following scenes. Pictures are captured using settings that are optimized for the selected scene. Scene menu Scene auto selector Portrait Landscape Sports Night portrait...

  • Page 54: Characteristics Of Each Scene

    Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) Characteristics of Each Scene • Use of a tripod is recommended in scene modes with O indicated due to slow shutter speed. • Set Vibration reduction in the setup menu (A110) to Off when using a tripod to stabilize the camera.

  • Page 55: Night Portrait O

    Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) c Landscape • When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the camera adjusts the focus to infinity. The focus area or focus indicator (A12) always lights in green. d Sports • The camera focuses at the center area of the frame. •...
  • Page 56 Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) i Dusk/dawn • When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the camera adjusts the focus to infinity. The focus area or focus indicator (A12) always lights in green. j Night landscape • From the screen displayed after j Night landscape is selected, select Y Hand-held or Z Tripod.
  • Page 57 Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) u Food • The focus mode (A62) setting is changed to p (macro close-up) and the zoom is automatically set at a position where the camera can shoot from the closest possible range. • You can adjust the hue by pressing the multi selector H or I.
  • Page 58 Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) o Backlighting • On the screen that appears when o Backlighting is selected, HDR (high dynamic range) composition can be set. • When HDR is set to Off (default setting): The flash fires to prevent the backlit subject from being hidden in shadow.
  • Page 59 Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) p Panorama • On the screen that is displayed when p Panorama is selected, select V Easy panorama or U Panorama assist. • Easy panorama (default setting): You can take a panorama picture simply by moving the camera in the desired direction.
  • Page 60 Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) O Pet portrait • When the camera is pointed at a dog or cat, it detects and focuses on its face. In the default setting, the shutter is automatically released when the camera has focused on the pet (pet portrait auto release).
  • Page 61 Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) s 3D photography • The camera takes one picture for each eye to simulate a three-dimensional image on a 3D-compatible TV or monitor. • After pressing the shutter-release button to shoot the first frame, move the camera horizontally to the right until the guide on the screen overlaps the subject.

  • Page 62: Using Skin Softening

    Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) Viewing 3D Photography • 3D images cannot be played back in 3D on the camera monitor screen. Only the left eye image is displayed during playback. • To view 3D images in 3D, a 3D-compatible TV or monitor is required. 3D images can be played back in 3D by connecting the camera to a 3D-compatible TV or monitor using a 3D-compatible HDMI cable (A96).

  • Page 63: Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting)

    Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting) The effect can be applied to pictures during shooting. One of the 10 special effects is selected to shoot. To select an effect, press the d button to display the special effects menu. Special effects Special effects AF area mode...
  • Page 64 Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting) Option Description Create monochrome photographs by adjusting the grainy feel and Creative contrast. Monochrome photographs with the dark and light tones monochrome reversed can also be created (solarization). (default setting) • Rotate the main command dial to adjust grainy feel. •...
  • Page 65 Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting) Option Description Create a black and white image in which only the specified color remains. • Rotate the main command dial to select the color to be retained from the slider. • Press the k button to hide the Selective color slider and cancel color selection.

  • Page 66: A, B, C, D Modes (Setting The Exposure For Shooting)

    A, B, C, D Modes (Setting the Exposure for Shooting) Pictures can be shot with greater control by setting the quick menu (A67) or shooting menu (A70) items in addition to setting the shutter speed or aperture value manually according to shooting conditions and requirements.

  • Page 67: Adjusting The Shutter Speed

    A, B, C, D Modes (Setting the Exposure for Shooting) Adjusting the Shutter Speed In B mode, the range is from a maximum of 1/4000 to 15 seconds. In D mode, the range is from a maximum of 1/4000 to 60 seconds. See “The Control Range of the Shutter Speed“...
  • Page 68 A, B, C, D Modes (Setting the Exposure for Shooting) A (Programmed auto) Use for automatic control of the exposure by the camera. • Different combinations of shutter speed and aperture value can be selected without changing the exposure by rotating the main command dial (“flexible program”).
  • Page 69 A, B, C, D Modes (Setting the Exposure for Shooting) Notes on Shooting • When zooming is performed after the exposure is set, exposure combinations or aperture value may be changed. • When the subject is too dark or too bright, it may not be possible to obtain the appropriate exposure.

  • Page 70: E, F And N (User Settings Modes)

    E, F and N (User Settings Modes) Up to three setting combinations that are frequently used for shooting (User settings) can be saved in E, F and N. Shooting is possible in A (Programmed auto), B (Shutter-priority auto), C (Aperture-priority auto) or D (Manual). Rotate the mode dial to E, F or N to retrieve the settings saved in Save user settings.
  • Page 71 E, F and N (User Settings Modes) Choose Yes and press the k button. Save user settings • The current settings are saved. Save current settings? • Rotate the zoom control toward g (i) to display the settings. Rotate toward g (i) again to return to the Save user settings screen.
  • Page 72 E, F and N (User Settings Modes) Changing E, F or N Mode Settings • Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector ➝ A55 • Exposure Compensation ➝ A66 • Features That Can Be Set Using the Quick Menu Dial ➝ A67 •...

  • Page 73: Features That Can Be Set Using The Multi Selector

    Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Press the multi selector H (m), J (n), I (D), or K (G) while shooting to operate the following functions. n Self-timer (A59)/ m Flash mode (A56) Smile timer (A60)/ Remote control Auto Self-timer G AF area mode...

  • Page 74: Using The Flash (Flash Modes)

    Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Using the Flash (Flash Modes) You can shoot pictures with a flash by raising the built-in flash. You can set a flash mode that suits the shooting conditions. Lower the (flash pop-up) control to raise the flash.

  • Page 75: Available Flash Modes

    Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Available Flash Modes Auto Flash fires automatically when lighting is dim. Auto with red-eye reduction Best choice for portraits. Reduces red-eye effect caused by flash in portraits (A58). Flash does not fire. •...
  • Page 76 Auto with Red-eye Reduction This camera uses advanced red-eye reduction (“In-Camera Red-Eye Fix”). If the camera detects “red-eye“ when a picture is taken, Nikon's own In-Camera Red-Eye Fix processes the image before it is recorded. Note the following when taking pictures: •...

  • Page 77: Using The Self-Timer

    Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Using the Self-timer The self-timer is suitable for taking group shots including yourself and reducing the vibration when the shutter-release button is pressed. When using the self-timer, use of a tripod is recommended. Set Vibration reduction in the setup menu (A110) to Off when using a tripod to stabilize the camera.

  • Page 78: Shooting Smiling Faces Automatically (Smile Timer)

    Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Shooting Smiling Faces Automatically (Smile Timer) When this mode is selected, the camera detects smiling faces and automatically releases the shutter even if you do not press the shutter-release button. • This function can be used when the shooting mode is A (auto), A, B, C, D, E, F, N, scene mode Portrait or Night portrait.
  • Page 79 Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Notes on Smile Timer • The digital zoom is not available. • Under some shooting conditions, faces and smiling faces may not be detected properly. • See “Using Face Detection” (A85) for more information. •...

  • Page 80: Using Focus Mode

    Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Using Focus Mode Choose a focus mode according to the desired scene. Press I (p focus mode) on the multi selector. Use the multi selector to choose the desired focus mode and press the k button. •...
  • Page 81 Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Available Focus Modes Autofocus The camera automatically adjusts the focus according to the distance to the subject. Use when the distance from the subject to the lens is 50 cm (1 ft 8 in.) or more, or 80 cm (2 ft 8 in.) or more at the maximum telephoto zoom position.

  • Page 82: List Of The Default Settings

    Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector List of the Default Settings The default settings in each shooting mode are described below. • Similar information about scene mode can be found on the next page. Flash mode Self-timer Focus mode AF area mode Shooting mode...
  • Page 83 Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Default settings in scene mode are described below. Flash mode Self-timer Focus mode AF area mode (A56) (A59) (A62) (A71) x (A36) – b (A36) – c (A37) – d (A37) –...

  • Page 84: Features That Can Be Set Using The Exposure Compensation Dial

    Features That Can Be Set Using the Exposure Compensation Dial Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation) When the exposure compensation is set for shooting, the brightness of the overall image can be adjusted to make it brighter or darker. Select the compensation value by rotating the exposure compensation dial.

  • Page 85: Features That Can Be Set Using The Quick Menu Dial (Shooting Mode)

    Features That Can Be Set Using the Quick Menu Dial (Shooting Mode) When the quick menu dial is rotated while shooting, the quick menu is displayed for the function that is selected with the mark. When the quick menu is displayed, the quick menu dial mark turns on.

  • Page 86: Available Quick Menu

    Features That Can Be Set Using the Quick Menu Dial (Shooting Mode) Available Quick Menu Option Description Set the image quality (compression ratio) and image size to Image quality/ be recorded (A75). The default setting of image quality is Normal, and of image size is F 4000×3000. Image size Higher ISO sensitivity allows you to take pictures of darker subjects.

  • Page 87: Using The Quick Menu

    Features That Can Be Set Using the Quick Menu Dial (Shooting Mode) Using the Quick Menu Rotate the quick menu dial to select a quick menu. • Quick menu can also be displayed by pressing the quick menu button. Use the multi selector to select a menu item. •...

  • Page 88: Features That Can Be Set Using The D (Menu) Button (Shooting Mode)

    Features That Can Be Set Using the d (Menu) Button (Shooting Mode) The shooting menu can be set by pressing the d button in shooting mode. Shooting menu Custom Picture Control Metering Continuous AF area mode Autofocus mode Flash exp. comp. 1/250 1/250 1/250...

  • Page 89: Options Available In The Shooting Menu

    Features That Can Be Set Using the d (Menu) Button (Shooting Mode) Options Available in the Shooting Menu Option Description Custom Picture Allow you to store the customized settings based in Control COOLPIX Picture Control, which can set picture editing (COOLPIX Custom options for recording images according to the shooting Picture Control)
  • Page 90 Features That Can Be Set Using the d (Menu) Button (Shooting Mode) Option Description Select On or Off (default setting) for the built-in ND filter. Set this feature to On in conditions such as too bright Built-in ND filter overexposure results from the subject, so that the amount of light that enters the camera is reduced.

  • Page 91: Available Specialized Menu For E, F Or N

    Features That Can Be Set Using the d (Menu) Button (Shooting Mode) Available Specialized Menu for E, F or N In E, F or N mode, the following settings for the User settings specialized menu can be changed, as well as the Save user settings Reset user settings shooting menu.
  • Page 92 Features That Can Be Set Using the d (Menu) Button (Shooting Mode) Description Option Self-timer Set the self-timer when the mode dial is set. Enable or disable the AF assist mode for when the mode dial is AF assist set. This setting is not applied to the setup menu settings.

  • Page 93: Changing The Image Quality And Image Size

    Changing the Image Quality and Image Size Display the shooting screen M a (Quick menu dial) (A69) M Image quality/Image size The image quality (compression ratio) and image size can be selected for recording. • When the mode dial is rotated to e (movie) mode or h (movie custom setting) mode, Movie options can be set (A106).

  • Page 94: Image Quality Setting

    Changing the Image Quality and Image Size COOLPIX P7700 NRW (RAW) Images • The extension of the picture taken is “.NRW.” • NRW (RAW) images cannot be printed. Creating JPEG images with NRW (RAW) processing enables the images to be printed using PictBridge compatible printers or in digital photo labs.

  • Page 95: Available Image Size

    Changing the Image Quality and Image Size Available Image Size You can set the JPEG image size (amount of pixels) for pictures recorded with an image quality of Fine or Normal. The larger the image, the larger the size at which it can be printed or displayed without becoming noticeably “grainy, ”...
  • Page 96 Changing the Image Quality and Image Size Number of Exposures Remaining The following table lists the approximate number of pictures that can be stored on a 4 GB memory card, at each combination of Image size (A77) and Image quality (A75) settings. Note that the number of exposures that can be stored differs depending on the composition of the image (due to JPEG compression).

  • Page 97: Features Not Available In Combination

    Features Not Available in Combination Some features cannot be used in combination with other menu settings. Restricted function Setting Description When B (infinity) is selected for shooting, the flash is not Focus mode available. (A62) When NRW (RAW) images are recorded, red-eye reduction processing is not performed even if V (auto Image quality with red-eye reduction) is set (including JPEG images...
  • Page 98 Features Not Available in Combination Restricted function Setting Description • If ISO sensitivity is set to Auto when Shooting Shooting mode of mode is Manual, ISO sensitivity is fixed at ISO 80. ISO sensitivity movie custom • When Shooting mode is Special effects, ISO setting (A108) sensitivity is switched to Auto.
  • Page 99 Features Not Available in Combination Restricted function Setting Description Smile timer Autofocus mode option cannot be changed when shooting with the smile timer. (A60) When the focus mode is set to B (Infinity), the focus Focus mode Autofocus mode (A62) mode operates using the Single AF setting.

  • Page 100: The Control Range Of The Shutter Speed

    Features Not Available in Combination Notes on Digital Zoom • The digital zoom cannot be used with certain shooting modes. • When the digital zoom is in effect, selectable options for AF area mode or metering mode are restricted (E75). The Control Range of the Shutter Speed The control range of the shutter speed differs depending on the aperture value or the ISO sensitivity setting.
  • Page 101 Features Not Available in Combination Control range Setting A, B, C mode mode Continuous H, Continuous M, 1/4000 to 1/8 s 1/4000 to 1/8 s Continuous L, BSS Multi-shot 16 1/4000 to 1/30 s 1/4000 to 1/30 s Continuous (A71) Continuous H: 120 fps 1/4000 to 1/125 s 1/4000 to 1/125 s...

  • Page 102: Focusing On Subject

    Focusing on Subject The focus area or focus range for adjusting focus varies depending on the shooting mode and focus mode (A62). • In A, B, C, D, E, F, N or special effects mode, an area for adjusting focus can be set by selecting AF area mode (A71) in the shooting menu.

  • Page 103: Using Face Detection

    Focusing on Subject Using Face Detection In the following settings, the camera uses face detection to automatically focus on human faces. If the camera detects more than one face, a double border is displayed around the face that the camera will focus on, and single borders are displayed around the other faces.

  • Page 104: Focus Lock

    Focusing on Subject Focus Lock Use focus lock to focus on off-center subjects when center is selected for AF area mode. • Be sure that the distance between the camera and the subject does not change. • When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the exposure is locked. 1280 1280 1280...

  • Page 105: Speedlights (External Flash Unit)

    Speedlights (External Flash Unit) With this camera, various features are available in combination with the Speedlight (external flash) supported by the Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) (A88). Use the Speedlight when the built-in flash cannot provide sufficient lighting. The following Speedlights and Wireless Speedlight Commander can be used for the camera.
  • Page 106 Speedlights (External Flash Unit) Use Only Nikon Flash Accessories Use only Nikon Speedlights. Negative voltages or voltages over 250 V applied to the accessory shoe could not only prevent normal operation, but damage the sync circuitry of the camera or flash.
  • Page 107 Speedlights (External Flash Unit) • SU-800, SB-400 or SB-R200 CLS compatible Speedlight SU-800 SB-400 SB-R200 i-TTL-BL flash – – i-TTL Standard i-TTL flash – – Auto aperture flash – – – Single flash Non-TTL auto flash – – – unit Distance priority manual flash –...
  • Page 108 • Advanced Wireless Lighting shooting can be performed by setting SB-910, SB-900, SB-800 or SB- 700 attached to COOLPIX P7700 to master flash, or by setting SU-800 to the Commander mode, and setting SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, SB-600 or SB-R200 to remote flash. (When shooting with COOLPIX P7700, the remote flash setting is only applicable to Group A.)

  • Page 109: Playback Features

    Playback Features Playback Zoom Select an image to be enlarged in playback mode and rotate the zoom control toward g (i). 15/11/2012 15/11/2012 15/11/2012 15:30 15:30 15:30 0004.JPG 0004.JPG 0004.JPG Display 4/ 4/ 132 4/ 132 position Image is zoomed in. Image is displayed in full- guide frame playback mode.

  • Page 110: Viewing Several Images (Thumbnail Playback And Calendar Display)

    Viewing Several Images (Thumbnail Playback and Calendar Display) Rotate the zoom control toward f (h) in playback mode. This function will display several images at the same time, making it easy to find the desired image. 15/11/2012 15/11/2012 15/11/2012 15:30 15:30 15:30 1 132...

  • Page 111: Features That Can Be Set Using The D (Menu) Button (Playback Mode)

    Features That Can Be Set Using the d (Menu) button (Playback Mode) When viewing images in full-frame playback mode or thumbnail playback mode, press the d button to set the playback menu (A10). Playback menu Quick retouch D-Lighting 15/11/2012 15/11/2012 15/11/2012 15:30 15:30...
  • Page 112 Features That Can Be Set Using the d (Menu) button (Playback Mode) Option Description Use the camera’s microphone to record voice memos 3, 6 E Voice memo and attach them to the picture taken. Playback and deletion of voice memos can also be performed. Copy images between the internal memory and a h Copy memory card.

  • Page 113: Using The Screen For Selecting Images

    Features That Can Be Set Using the d (Menu) button (Playback Mode) Using the Screen for Selecting Images The image selection screen is displayed in the following menus. Only one image can be selected for some menu items, while for other menu items, multiple images can be selected.

  • Page 114: 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 115: Using Viewnx 2

    • Windows XP Home Edition/Professional (Service Pack 3) Macintosh • 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.
  • Page 116 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 117: Transferring Images To The Computer

    Import File using 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 118: Viewing Images

    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 ).

  • Page 119: Recording And Playing Back Movies

    Recording and Playing Back Movies Recording Movies Movies can be recorded using the following 2 modes. You can record basic movies (with sound). When Movie e (movie) mode options is set to HS movies, you can record slow motion movies and fast motion movies (E29). h (movie custom You can set the Shooting mode and ISO sensitivity and setting) mode...
  • Page 120 Recording Movies Focus and Exposure During Movie Recording • The focus can be adjusted during movie recording in the following manner in accordance with the Autofocus mode (A108) setting of the movie menu. - A Single AF (default setting): The focus is locked when movie recording starts.

  • Page 121: Notes On Movie Recording

    Recording Movies Notes on Using Zoom During Movie Recording • The zoom indicator is not displayed during movie recording. • The camera can zoom up to 2× with digital zoom during movie recording. • When the digital zoom is used, the image quality will deteriorate. When the movie options setting is f HD 720p (1280×720) and g VGA (640×480), the digital zoom can be used up to 1.55×...
  • Page 122 Recording Movies Recording HS (High Speed) Movies When Movie options (A106) in quick menu is set to h HS 120 fps (640×480), i HS 60 fps (1280×720) or j HS 15 fps (1920×1080) in e (movie) mode, movies than can be played back in slow motion or fast motion can be recorded.

  • Page 123: Features That Can Be Set Using The Quick Menu Dial (Movie Mode, Movie Custom Setting Mode)

    Features That Can Be Set Using the Quick Menu Dial (Movie Mode, Movie Custom Setting Mode) When the quick menu dial is rotated while recording movies, the quick menu is displayed for the function that is selected with the mark. When the quick menu is displayed, the quick menu dial mark lights.

  • Page 124: Available Quick Menu

    Features That Can Be Set Using the Quick Menu Dial (Movie Mode, Movie Custom Setting Mode) Available Quick Menu Option Description Select the type of movie to be recorded. In e (movie) mode, you can set high speed (HS) movies Movie options that can be played back in slow motion or fast motion.

  • Page 125: Features That Can Be Set Using The D (Menu) Button (Movie Mode, Movie Custom Setting Mode)

    Features That Can Be Set Using the d (Menu) Button (Movie Mode, Movie Custom Setting Mode) In movie mode or movie custom setting mode, press the d button to set movie menu or movie custom setting menu. Movie Autofocus mode Wind noise reduction 25m 0s 25m 0s...

  • Page 126: Available Movie Menus

    Features That Can Be Set Using the d (Menu) Button (Movie Mode, Movie Custom Setting Mode) Available Movie Menus Option Description Select the standard shooting mode from Aperture-priority auto (default setting), Manual or Special effects. When Special effects is selected, select one of the 7 special effects.

  • Page 127: Playing Back Movies

    Playing Back Movies Press the c (playback) button to select playback 15/11/2012 15:30 15:30 15:30 mode. 0004.MOV 0004.MOV 0004.MOV • Press the multi selector to select a movie. • Movies can be recognized by the movie options icon (A101). 22m16s 22m16s 22m16s Press the k button to play back a movie.

  • Page 128: General Camera Setup

    General Camera Setup The Setup Menu Press the d button M z (setup) tab (A11) From the menu screen, select the z tab to display the Set up setup menu, and then you can change the following Welcome screen settings. Time zone and date Monitor settings Print date...

  • Page 129: Auto Off

    The Setup Menu Option Description Reduce blurring caused by camera shake when shooting. The default setting is On. Vibration reduction • When using a tripod to stabilize the camera, set this feature to Off to prevent this feature from malfunctioning. When set to Auto (default setting), the AF-assist illuminator (A30) lights if shooting in dark surroundings to help the camera focus.

  • Page 130: Format Memory/Format Card

    The Setup Menu Option Description Format the internal memory (only when a memory card is not inserted) or the memory card (when a memory card is inserted). Format memory/ • All data stored in the internal memory or on the Format card memory card is deleted during formatting and cannot be restored.

  • Page 131: Ae/Af Lock Button

    The Setup Menu Option Description Select the function to be performed when the g (AE- L/AF-L) button is pressed during shooting. When set to AE/AF lock button (default setting), both focus and exposure are locked if the g (AE-L/AF-L) button is AE/AF lock button pressed while shooting.

  • Page 132: Gps Options

    The Setup Menu Option Description Set this option when the GPS Unit (available separately) is connected. Record GPS data: When set to On (default setting), signals are received from the GPS satellites and positioning starts. The position information (latitude GPS options and longitude) can be recorded on the pictures to be shot.

  • Page 133: Technical Notes And Index

    Technical Notes and Index Troubleshooting.............F2 Caring for the Products ..........F9 The Camera........................F9 The Battery........................F10 The Battery Charger....................F11 The Memory Cards ....................F12 Caring for the Camera ..........F13 Cleaning........................F13 Storage .......................... F13 Specifications..............F14 Index ................F19...

  • Page 134: 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. Refer to the page numbers in the right-most column for more information. • See “Error Messages” (E95) for more information.
  • Page 135 Troubleshooting Problem Cause/Solution • If the camera clock has not been set (“Date not set” indicator 24, 110, flashes during shooting), still pictures have a time stamp of “00/00/0000 00:00”; and movies are dated “01/01/12 00:00. ” Set Date and time of the correct date and time using Time zone and date in the recording are not setup menu.
  • Page 136 Troubleshooting Shooting Issues Problem Cause/Solution 96, 99, Cannot set to E19, Disconnect the HDMI cable or USB cable. shooting mode. • When the camera is in playback mode, press the c button or shutter-release button. • When menus are displayed, press the d button. •...
  • Page 137 Troubleshooting Problem Cause/Solution • Flash is set to W (off ). • A shooting mode where flash cannot fire is selected. • Another function that is set now is restricting the flash. • The built-in flash does not fire when an external flash unit (optional) is used.
  • Page 138 Troubleshooting Problem Cause/Solution • Flash is set to W (off ). • Flash window is blocked. • Subject is beyond flash range. Pictures are too • Adjust exposure compensation. 68, E31 dark • Raise the ISO sensitivity. (underexposed). • Subject is backlit. Raise the flash, and set the scene mode 40, 56 Backlighting with HDR set to Off or set the flash mode to m (fill flash).
  • Page 139 • Confirm that the operating system used is compatible with connected to a the camera. • Computer is not set to launch Nikon Transfer 2 automatically. computer. For more information on Nikon Transfer 2, refer to help information contained in ViewNX 2.
  • Page 140 Troubleshooting Problem Cause/Solution Paper size cannot be selected from the camera in the following situations, even for PictBridge compatible printers. Use the Cannot select printer to select paper size. paper size with E22, • The paper size selected using the camera is not compatible camera.

  • Page 141: Caring For The Products

    Caring for the Products The Camera To ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the following precautions when using or storing the device. Be sure to read and follow the warnings of “For Your Safety” (Avi to Aviii) thoroughly before using the products.

  • Page 142: The Battery

    • Images on the monitor may be difficult to see under bright lighting. • The monitor is lit by an LED backlight. Should the monitor begin to dim or flicker, contact your Nikon-authorized service representative. The Battery • Be sure to read and follow the warnings of “For Your Safety” (Avi to Aviii) thoroughly before using the battery.

  • Page 143: The Battery Charger

    Caring for the Products • If the battery will not be used for some time, insert it in the camera and run it flat before removing it for storage. The battery should be stored in a cool location with an ambient temperature of 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F). Do not store the battery in hot or extremely cold locations.

  • Page 144: The Memory Cards

    Caring for the Products The Memory Cards • Use only Secure Digital memory cards. See “Approved Memory Cards” (A21). • Be sure to observe the precautions in the memory card documentation when you use the memory card. • Do not affix labels or stickers to the memory card. •...

  • Page 145: Caring For The Camera

    Caring for the Camera Cleaning Avoid touching glass parts with your fingers. Remove dust or lint with a blower (typically a small device with a rubber bulb attached to one end that is pumped to produce a stream of air out the other end). To remove fingerprints, oily substances, or other stains that cannot be removed with a blower, carefully Lens wipe the lens with a dry soft cloth or eyewear cleaning cloth, using a spiral...

  • Page 146: Specifications

    Internal memory (approx. 86 MB) Media SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card File system DCF, Exif 2.3, DPOF, and MPF compliant Still pictures: JPEG, NRW (RAW) (Nikon's own format) 3D images: MPO File formats Sound files (voice memo): WAV Movies: MOV (Video: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, Audio: AAC stereo)
  • Page 147 In steps of 1/3 EV in the range between -2 and +2 EV compensation Accessory shoe ISO 518 hot-shoe with sync and data contacts and safety lock • i-TTL flash control support in combination with Nikon Creative Lighting System-compatible Speedlights (only Standard i-TTL flash control is supported during spot metering mode).
  • Page 148 Specifications 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 • Audio/video output; digital I/O (USB) • HDMI Mini Connector (Type C) (HDMI output) I/O terminal •...

  • Page 149: Battery Charger Mh

    For Argentina: Approx. 125 g (4.5 oz) For Korea: Approx. 120 g (4.2 oz) 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. Supported Standards •...

  • Page 150: Trademark Information

    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 151: Index

    Index f Wide 29 Symbols .JPG E100 R 43, E7 .MOV E100 gAE-L/AF-L button 4 .MPO E100 G AF area mode 55, 71, E47 .NRW E100 C Aperture-priority auto mode 48, 50 .WAV E100 k Apply selection button 6 d Auto bracketing 67, 68, E36 Numerics A Auto mode 26, 34 3D photographys 43...

  • Page 152: Editing Movies

    Index Black border 94, E15 Exposure compensation 66 BSS 71, E44 Exposure compensation dial 66 Built-in ND filter 72, 108, E52 Exposure mode 48 Button sound 111, E77 Extension E100 External flash unit 87, E56, E102 External mic sensitivity 112, E80 Calendar display 92 External microphone 104, E102 Charger 16...
  • Page 153 Night landscape j 38 ISO sensitivity 67, 68, 105, 106, E31 Night portrait e 37 ISO sensitivity step value 111, E74 Nikon Creative Lighting System 87, Landscape c 37 Noise reduction filter 71, E52 Language 112, E79 NRW (RAW) Images 76, E16...

  • Page 154: Quick Menu

    Index Party/indoor f 37 Rotate tall 111, E78 Pet portrait O 42 RSCN E100 Photo info 110, E71 PictBridge 96, E21, F17 Saturation E40 Picture Control 67, 68, 105, 106, Save user setting 52 Scene auto selector x 36 Playback 32, 109, E65 Scene mode 35 Playback menu 93 Selecting pictures 95...
  • Page 155 Index Target finding AF 71, 84, E49 Tele 29 Thumbnail playback 92 Time difference E70 Time zone 24, E70 Time zone and date 24, 110, E69 Tone level 15 Tone level information 9, 14, E71 Toning E41 TV settings 112, E80 USB cable 96, 99, E21 USB/Audio/video output connector 96, 99, E19, E21...
  • 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 Hong Kong FX3B02(11) 6MNA7211-02...

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