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  • Page 1 DIGITAL CAMERA User's Manual...
  • Page 2 Waterproofing The following are important notes about the camera's waterproofing. Before using the camera, please thoroughly read the information in “<Important> Shockproof, Waterproof, Dustproof, Condensation” (Axii). Waterproofing-related Messages The camera will display messages related to its waterproof capabilities when you select certain settings or perform certain operations. Read and follow the information displayed in the messages when they are displayed.
  • Page 3 Introduction Parts of the Camera The Basics of Shooting and Playback Shooting Features Playback Features Recording and Playing Back Movies General Camera Setup Using Location Data Functions/Displaying Maps Using the Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) Function Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer Technical Notes and Index...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Introduction Read This First Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX AW120 digital camera. Before using the camera, please read the information in “For Your Safety” (Avii-ix), "<Important> Shockproof, Waterproof, Dustproof, Condensation" (Axii), "<Important> Notes About Location Data Functions (GPS/GLONASS, Electronic Compass)"...

  • Page 5: About This Manual

    “Parts of the Camera” (A1). Downloading the “Reference Manual” Refer to the Reference Manual (PDF format) for more detailed information. The Reference Manual can be downloaded from the Nikon website. http://nikonimglib.com/manual/ The Reference Manual can be viewed using Adobe Reader, available for free download from the Adobe website.

  • 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 • Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in these manuals at any time and without prior notice. • Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product.
  • Page 8 For the COOLPIX AW120, the log data saved on the memory card is handled in the same way as other data. To erase the log data that is obtained but not stored on the memory card, select Create log ➝...

  • Page 9: 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 10 • The battery is prone to leakage USB cable) when fully discharged. To avoid Using a power supply other than damage to the product, be sure to those provided or sold by Nikon remove the battery when no could result in damage or charge remains. malfunction.
  • Page 11 0°C cables provided or sold by Nikon for (32°F) or lower the purpose, to maintain compliance If the skin contacts metal parts etc., it with product regulations.

  • Page 12: Notices

    Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits modifications made to this device are designed to provide reasonable that are not expressly approved by protection against harmful Nikon Corporation may void the interference in a residential user’s authority to operate the installation. This equipment equipment.
  • Page 13 Interface Cables Notices for customers in Europe Use the interface cables sold or CAUTIONS provided by Nikon for your RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY equipment. Using other interface IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT cables may exceed the limits of Class TYPE.

  • Page 14: Important> Shockproof, Waterproof, Dustproof, Condensation

    “Caring for the Product” (F2). Notes About Shockproof Performance This camera has passed Nikon’s in-house test (drop test from a height of 202 cm (6 ft 6 in.) on a 5 cm (2 in.) thick plywood panel) compliant with MIL-STD 810F Method 516.5-Shock*.
  • Page 15 - Do not subject the camera to water pressure by exposing it to rapids or waterfalls. - Your Nikon warrantee may not cover troubles caused by water seeping inside the camera due to improper handling of the camera. • The waterproof performance of this camera is designed to work for fresh water (swimming pools, rivers and lakes) and seawater only.

  • Page 16: Before Using The Camera Underwater

    • The waterproof performance of waterproof packing may start to deteriorate after one year. If the waterproof packing begins to deteriorate, consult your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. 3. Make sure that the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover is firmly closed.

  • Page 17: Cleaning After Using The Camera Underwater

    Cleaning after Using the Camera Underwater • After using the camera underwater, clean the camera within 60 minutes. If you leave the camera in wet conditions where salt particles or other foreign substances are adhered to it, this could cause damage, discoloration, corrosion, a bad smell or deterioration of waterproof performance.
  • Page 18 3. After making sure that there are no water droplets on the camera, open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover and gently wipe off any water or sand remaining inside the camera with a dry soft cloth. • If you open the cover before the camera is thoroughly dried, water droplets may fall on a memory card or battery.

  • Page 19: Notes About Operating Temperature And Humidity And Condensation

    To clear the fogging, remove the battery and memory card, and leave the camera with the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover open to allow the camera to adjust to the ambient temperature. • If the fogging does not clear, consult your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. xvii...

  • Page 20: Important> Notes About Location Data Functions (Gps/Glonass, Electronic Compass)

    • The detailed map data and location name information (Points of Interest: POI) of the People’s Republic of China (“China”) and the Republic of Korea are not provided for the COOLPIX AW120. b Notes about record location data functions and log recording •...
  • Page 21 Notes about measurement functions The COOLPIX AW120 is a camera. Do not use this camera as a navigation device or measuring instrument. • Use information (such as direction, altitude and water depth) measured by the camera as a guideline only. Do not use this information for navigation of an airplane, car, and person or land survey applications.

  • Page 22: Wi-Fi (Wireless Lan Network)

    EU or EFTA can be used anywhere within the EU and EFTA). Nikon does not accept liability for use in other countries. Users who are unsure as to the original country of sale should consult with their local Nikon service center or Nikon-authorized service representative.
  • Page 23 COOLPIX AW120, which is equipped with a DW092 (FCC ID:EW4DW092/IC ID:4634A-3149EC) Wireless LAN Module, has been tested and found to comply with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65 and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules.
  • Page 24 Precautions when Using Radio Transmissions Always keep in mind that radio transmission or reception of data is subject to interception by third parties. Note that Nikon is not responsible for data or information leaks that may occur during data transfer.

  • Page 25: 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 ........................vii WARNINGS ..............................vii Notices ............................x <Important> Shockproof, Waterproof, Dustproof, Condensation....... xii Notes About Shockproof Performance..................
  • Page 26 Available Shooting Modes ........................25 Step 3 Frame a Picture ......................26 Using the Zoom............................27 Step 4 Focus and Shoot......................28 The Shutter-release Button......................... 29 Step 5 Play Back Images ....................... 30 Step 6 Delete Images......................31 Shooting Features....................33 G (Easy Auto) Mode ......................
  • Page 27 Functions That Can Be Set with the d Button (Movie Menu) ........ 73 Playing Back Movies ......................74 General Camera Setup................... 76 Functions That Can Be Set with the d Button (Setup Menu) ......76 Using Location Data Functions/Displaying Maps ........78 Starting Location Data Recording ..................
  • Page 28 Auto Sort Mode ........................E9 List by Date Mode......................E10 Viewing and Deleting Images Captured Continuously (Sequence)..... E11 Viewing Images in a Sequence ....................E11 Deleting Images in a Sequence ....................E12 Editing Still Images......................E13 Before Editing Images ........................E13 Quick Effects: Changing Hue or Mood ................
  • Page 29 Rotate Image............................E50 Voice Memo ............................E51 Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory and Memory Card)........E52 Sequence Display Options ......................E53 Choose Key Picture ........................E53 The Movie Menu ......................E54 Movie Options............................ E54 Open with HS Footage......................... E58 AF Area Mode ............................ E58 Autofocus Mode..........................
  • Page 30 Points of Interest (POI) (Recording and Displaying Location Name Information)............................E82 Create Log (Record the Log of Movement Information) ........E83 View Log ..............................E86 Set Clock from Satellite......................... E88 Electronic Compass ........................E89 Altitude/Depth Options....................... E91 The Wi-Fi Options Menu....................E92 Error Messages.........................

  • Page 31: Parts Of The Camera

    Parts of the Camera The Camera Body 3 4 5 Eyelet for camera strap......3 HDMI micro connector (Type D) ............ 92 Shutter-release button....28 Hinge............xiii Power switch/power-on lamp..22 Waterproofing packing ....xiii Flash............48 Micro-USB connector....... 92 Positioning antenna ......78 Battery-chamber/memory card Self-timer lamp........50 slot cover latch release....
  • Page 32 4 5 6 7 8 14 15 k (apply selection) button ....6 Eyelet for camera strap......3 Speaker ........67, 74, 76 Multi selector ...........6 U (map) button ......... 82 OLED monitor (monitor)*..8, 22 V (action) button.........4 Zoom control........27 f : wide-angle......27 Tripod socket g : telephoto ......27 h : thumbnail playback ..66...

  • Page 33: Attaching The Camera Strap For Land Use

    Attaching the Camera Strap for Land Use Remove the strap for land use before using the camera underwater.

  • Page 34: Using The V (Action) Button (Action Control)

    Using the V (Action) Button (Action Control) When the V (action) button is pressed, you can perform the function by shaking the camera. As shown in the illustration, use your wrist and shake the camera for a single up/down or forward/backward stroke to perform the functions. Easy auto mode Confirm Action menu...
  • Page 35 Notes About Playback Action Control When Playback action control in the setup menu (A76) is set to On, you can shake the camera up/down to display the next image or forward/backward to display the previous image in full-frame playback mode. Action Control The following operations can be performed while the map is displayed.

  • Page 36: Using Menus (The D Button)

    Using Menus (the d Button) Use the multi selector and k button to navigate the menus. Press the d button. • The menu is displayed. 1010hPa 1010hPa 1010hPa 25m 0s 25m 0s Press the multi Easy auto mode selector J. Image mode •...
  • Page 37 Select a menu option. Welcome screen Time zone and date Monitor settings Print date Photo VR Motion detection AF assist Press the k button. Photo VR • The settings for the option you selected are displayed. On (hybrid) Select a setting. Photo VR On (hybrid) Press the k button.

  • Page 38: The Monitor

    The Monitor The information that is displayed in the monitor during shooting and playback changes depending on the camera’s settings and state of use. By default, information is displayed when the camera is first turned on and when you operate the camera, and turns off after a few seconds (when Photo info is set to Auto info in Monitor settings (A76)).
  • Page 39 Print date ..........76 Shooting mode......24, 25 Travel destination icon... E64 Flash mode..........48 “Date not set” indicator....18 Macro mode ..........51 Eye-Fi communication indicator Zoom indicator ......27, 51 ...............77 Focus indicator........28 Wi-Fi communication indicator Movie options (normal speed ...............89 movies)........73, E54 Save location........

  • Page 40: Playback Mode

    Playback Mode 4 5 6 7 8 9 999 / 999 999 / 999 9999 / 9999 9999 / 9999 999 / 999 999 / 999 29m00s 29m00s 29m00s 29m00s 1010hPa 1010hPa 1010hPa 9999. JPG 9999. JPG 15/05/2014 15:30 15/05/2014 15:30 25 a 1918...
  • Page 41 Small picture icon ..... 67, E19 Album icon in favorite pictures mode............E5 Crop icon ........ 65, E20 Category icon in auto sort mode Volume indicator ....74, E51 ..............E9 Quick effects guide ......30 List by date icon ......E10 Easy panorama playback guide Protect icon......

  • Page 42: The Basics Of Shooting And Playback

    The Basics of Shooting and Playback Preparation 1 Insert the Battery Press the battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover latch release ( ) and rotate the battery- chamber/memory card slot cover latch ( ) to open the cover ( Insert the battery. Battery latch •...

  • Page 43: Removing The Battery

    Notes About Closing the Cover without Getting the Camera Strap or Cord Caught If the camera strap’s cord gets caught in the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover when it is closed, the cover could be damaged. Before closing the battery- chamber/memory card slot cover, make sure that the strap or cord does not get caught in it.

  • Page 44: Preparation 2 Charge The Battery

    Preparation 2 Charge the Battery Prepare the included charging AC adapter. If a plug adapter* is included with your camera, attach the plug adapter to the plug on the charging AC adapter. Push the plug adapter firmly until it is securely held in place.
  • Page 45 Charge lamp Description Flashes slowly The battery is charging. (green) When charging is complete, the charge lamp stops flashing green and turns off. About 2 hours and 20 minutes are required to charge a fully exhausted battery. • The ambient temperature is not suited to charging. Charge the battery indoors with an ambient temperature of 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F).

  • Page 46: Preparation 3 Insert A Memory Card

    Preparation 3 Insert a Memory Card Turn off the camera and open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. Insert the memory card. Memory card slot • Slide the memory card in until it clicks into place. Be Careful to Insert the Memory Card in Correct Direction Inserting the memory card upside down or backwards could damage the camera and the...

  • Page 47: Removing Memory Cards

    Notes About Closing the Cover without Getting the Camera Strap or Cord Caught If the camera strap’s cord gets caught in the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover when it is closed, the cover could be damaged. Before closing the battery- chamber/memory card slot cover, make sure that the strap or cord does not get caught in it.

  • Page 48: Preparation 4 Setting The Display Language, Date, And Time

    Preparation 4 Setting the Display Language, Date, and Time When the camera is turned on for the first time, the language-selection screen and the date and time setting screen for the camera clock are displayed. • If you exit without setting the date and time, O will flash when the shooting screen is displayed.
  • Page 49 Select your home London, Casablanca time zone and press the k button. • To enable daylight saving time, press H. When the daylight saving time function is enabled, W is Back displayed above the map. To turn off the daylight saving time function, press I. Select the date format and press Date format the k button.
  • Page 50 Read the message about the Do not open the covers by the waterproof function, and press K. water or in sandy locations, as foreign matter could enter the • There are 6 message screens. camera. When you have read the message After drying thoroughly, use a shown on the right, press the k cloth to remove any droplets...

  • Page 52: Step 1 Turn The Camera On

    Step 1 Turn the Camera On Press the power switch. • The monitor turns on. • To turn the camera off, press the power switch again. • Note that the power switch is enabled a few seconds after the battery is inserted. Wait a few seconds before pressing the power switch.
  • Page 53 The Auto Off Function Flashes No operations No operations performed performed 1010hPa 1010hPa 1010hPa 3 min 25m 0s 25m 0s Camera enters Camera turns off. standby mode. • The time that elapses before the camera enters standby mode is about 1 minute. The time can be changed using the Auto off setting in the setup menu (A76).

  • Page 54: Step 2 Select A Shooting Mode

    Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode Press the A button. Use the multi Easy auto mode selector HI to select a shooting mode and press the k button. • G (easy auto) mode Multi selector is used in this example. •...

  • Page 55: Available Shooting Modes

    Available Shooting Modes Easy auto mode The camera automatically selects the optimum scene mode when you frame an image, making it even easier to take images using settings that suit the scene. Scene mode Camera settings are optimized according to the scene that you select. Special effects Effects can be applied to images during shooting.

  • Page 56: Step 3 Frame A Picture

    Step 3 Frame a Picture Hold the camera steady. • Keep fingers and other objects away from the lens, flash, AF-assist illuminator, microphone, and speaker. • When taking pictures in portrait (“tall”) orientation, turn the camera so that the flash is above the lens. Frame the picture.

  • Page 57: Using The Zoom

    When Using a Tripod • We recommend using a tripod to stabilize the camera in the following situations. - When shooting in dim lighting - When shooting with the flash mode (A49) set to W (off) - When using the telephoto setting •...

  • Page 58: Step 4 Focus And Shoot

    Step 4 Focus and Shoot Press the shutter-release button halfway. • When the subject is in focus, the focus area that includes the subject or focus indicator (A9) glows green (multiple focus areas can glow green). • When you are using digital zoom, the camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame and the focus area is not displayed.

  • Page 59: The Shutter-Release Button

    The Shutter-release Button To set focus and exposure (shutter speed and aperture value), press the shutter-release button Press halfway lightly until you feel a slight resistance. Focus and exposure remain locked while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. Press the shutter-release button all the way to release the shutter and take an image.

  • Page 60: Step 5 Play Back Images

    Step 5 Play Back Images Press the c (playback) button. • If you press and hold down the c (playback) button while the camera is turned off, the camera turns on in playback mode. Use the multi selector to select an Display the previous image image to display.

  • Page 61: Step 6 Delete Images

    Step 6 Delete Images Press the l button to delete the image currently displayed in the monitor. Use the multi selector HI to select the desired deletion Delete method and press the k button. Current image • To exit without deleting, press the d Erase selected images button.
  • Page 62 Operating the Erase Selected Images Screen Use the multi selector JK to Erase selected images select an image to be deleted, and then use H to display K. • To undo the selection, press I to remove • Move the zoom control (A2) toward g (i) to switch to full-frame playback or f (h) Back to switch to thumbnail playback.

  • Page 63: Shooting Features

    Shooting Features G (Easy Auto) Mode The camera automatically selects the optimum scene mode when you frame a picture, making it even easier to take pictures using settings that suit the scene. Display the shooting screen M A (shooting mode) button M G (easy auto) mode M k button When the camera selects a scene mode, the shooting mode icon displayed on the shooting screen changes to that for the scene mode currently enabled.
  • Page 64 Note after Taking the Camera out of the Water After taking the camera out of water, sometimes it may not automatically switch to another scene from underwater mode. Gently brush any water droplets with your hand from the camera or wipe it off with a soft and dry cloth.

  • Page 65: Scene Mode (Shooting Suited To Scenes)

    Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) When a scene is selected, camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected scene. Display the shooting screen M A (shooting mode) button M b (the second icon from the top*) M K M HI M select a scene M k button * The icon of the last scene selected is displayed.

  • Page 66: Tips And Notes

    Tips and Notes d Sports • While the shutter-release button is held all the way down, the camera shoots up to about 5 images continuously at a rate of about 6.9 fps (when image mode is set to P 4608×3456). •...

  • Page 67: Night Landscape

    j Night landscape • From the screen displayed after j Night landscape is selected, select Hand- held or Tripod. • Hand-held (default setting): - When the j icon at the top left of the monitor glows green, press the shutter-release button all the way to capture a series of images which are combined into a single image and saved.

  • Page 68: M Fireworks Show

    l Museum • The camera captures a series of up to 10 images while the shutter-release button is held all the way down, and the sharpest image in the series is automatically selected and saved (BSS (Best Shot Selector)). • The flash does not fire. m Fireworks show •...

  • Page 69: Easy Panorama

    p Easy panorama • From the screen displayed after p Easy panorama is selected, select the shooting range from Normal (180°) or Wide (360°). • The zoom position is fixed at wide-angle. • Press the shutter-release button all the way down, remove your finger from the button, and then slowly pan the camera horizontally.

  • Page 70: O Pet Portrait

    O Pet portrait • When you point the camera at a dog or cat, the camera detects the pet’s face and focuses on it. By default, the shutter is automatically released when the camera detects a dog or cat face (pet portrait auto release). •...
  • Page 71 C Underwater • If you select Underwater, screens about recording of location data (A81) and water depth calibration are displayed followed by messages about waterproofing (refer to the back side of the front cover). The next message is displayed when you press the multi selector K after reading the messages.

  • Page 72: Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting)

    Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting) Effects can be applied to images during shooting. Display the shooting screen M A (shooting mode) button M D (the third icon from the top*) M K M HI M Select the effect M k button * The last icon you selected is displayed.
  • Page 73 • The camera focuses on the area in the center of the frame. • When Selective color or Cross process is selected, use the multi selector HI to select the desired color from the slider. To change settings for any of the following functions, press the k button to end color selection.

  • Page 74: Smart Portrait Mode (Capturing Images Of Smiling Faces)

    Smart Portrait Mode (Capturing Images of Smiling Faces) When the camera detects a smiling face, you can take an image automatically without pressing the shutter-release button (smile timer (A57)). You can use the skin softening option to smooth the skin tones of human faces. Display the shooting screen M A (shooting mode) button M F Smart portrait mode M k button Frame the picture.

  • Page 75: A (Auto) Mode

    A (Auto) Mode Used for general shooting. Settings can be adjusted to suit the shooting conditions and the type of shot you want to capture. Display the shooting screen M A (shooting mode) button M A (auto) mode M k button •...

  • Page 76: Using Quick Effects

    Using Quick Effects When in A (auto) mode, you can apply effects to images immediately after releasing the shutter. • The edited image is saved as a separate file with a different name. Press the k button when the Quick effects image is displayed after it is taken in A (auto) mode.

  • Page 77: Functions That Can Be Set Using The Multi Selector

    Functions That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector The functions that are available vary with the shooting mode, as shown below. Easy Special Smart Function Scene auto effects portrait (auto) Flash mode (A48) n Self-timer (A50) Macro mode (A51) Exposure compensation (A52) * Availability depends on the setting.

  • Page 78: Using The Flash

    Using the Flash You can select the flash mode to match the shooting conditions. Press the multi selector H (m). Select the desired flash mode Auto (A49) and press the k button. • If a setting is not applied by pressing the k button within a few seconds, the selection will be canceled.

  • Page 79: Available Flash Modes

    Available Flash Modes U Auto The flash fires when necessary, such as in dim lighting. • The flash mode icon on the shooting screen is displayed only immediately after the setting is made. Auto with red-eye reduction Reduce “red-eye” in portraits caused by the flash. The flash does not fire.

  • Page 80: Using The Self-Timer

    Using the Self-timer The camera is equipped with a self-timer that releases the shutter about 10 seconds or 2 seconds after you press the shutter-release button. Set Photo VR to Off in the setup menu (A76) when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting.

  • Page 81: Using Macro Mode

    Using Macro Mode Use macro mode when taking close-up images. Press the multi selector I (p). Select o and press the k Macro mode button. • If a setting is not applied by pressing the k button within a few seconds, the selection will be canceled.

  • Page 82: Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation)

    Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation) You can adjust overall image brightness. Press the multi selector K (o). Select a compensation value and Exposure compensation press the k button. • To brighten the image, set a positive (+) value. • To darken the image, set a negative (–) value.

  • Page 83: Default Settings

    Default Settings Default settings for each shooting mode are described below. Exposure Flash Self-timer Macro Shooting mode compensation (A48) (A50) (A51) (A52) G (easy auto) C (scene) b (portrait) c (landscape) d (sports) S (night portrait) V f (party/indoor) Z (beach) z (snow) h (sunset) i (dusk/dawn)
  • Page 84 The camera automatically selects the flash mode appropriate for the scene it has selected. W (off) can be selected manually. Cannot be changed. The camera enters macro mode when i is selected. The setting cannot be changed. May switch to slow sync with red-eye reduction flash mode. Flash is fixed at X (fill flash) when HDR is set to k, and is fixed at W (off) when HDR is set to o.

  • Page 85: Functions That Can Be Set With The D Button (Shooting Menu)

    Functions That Can Be Set with the d Button (Shooting Menu) The settings listed below can be changed by pressing the d button during shooting (A6). Image mode White balance White balance Continuous ISO sensitivity 1010hPa 1010hPa 1010hPa AF area mode 25m 0s 25m 0s Autofocus mode...

  • Page 86: Options Available In The Shooting Menu

    Options Available in the Shooting Menu Option Description Allows you to set the combination of image size and Image mode image quality used when saving images. • Default setting: P 4608×3456 Allows you to adjust white balance to suit the weather conditions or light source in order to make the colors in White balance images match what you see with your eyes.
  • Page 87 Option Description Allows you to select the skin softening level for human Skin softening faces. • Default setting: Normal Allows you to select whether or not the camera automatically releases the shutter when it detects a Smile timer human smiling face. •...

  • Page 88: Functions That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously

    Functions That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously Some functions cannot be used with other menu options. Restricted Option Description function When a setting other than Single is Continuous (A56) selected, the flash cannot be used. Flash mode When Blink proof is set to On, the Blink proof (A57) flash cannot be used.
  • Page 89 Restricted Option Description function When a setting other than Auto is White balance selected for White balance in Target AF area mode (A56) finding AF mode, the camera does not detect the main subject. The quick effects function cannot be Quick effects Continuous (A56) used for images with continuous...
  • Page 90 Restricted Option Description function When the flash fires, Motion Flash mode (A48) detection is disabled. When Pre-shooting cache, Continuous H: 120 fps, Continuous Motion Continuous (A56) H: 60 fps or Multi-shot 16 is selected, detection Motion detection is disabled. When the ISO sensitivity is set to any ISO sensitivity (A56) setting other than Auto, Motion detection is disabled.

  • Page 91: Focusing

    Focusing The focus area varies depending on the shooting mode. Using Target Finding AF When AF area mode (A56) in A (auto) mode is set to Target finding AF, the camera focuses in the manner described below. • When the camera detects the main subject, a yellow border (focus area) is displayed around it.

  • Page 92: Using Face Detection

    Using Face Detection In the following shooting modes, the camera uses face detection to automatically focus on human faces. • G (easy auto) mode (A33) • Portrait or Night portrait scene mode 1010hPa 1010hPa 1010hPa (A35) • Smart portrait mode (A44) 25m 0s 25m 0s •...

  • Page 93: Using Skin Softening

    Using Skin Softening When the shutter is released while using one of the shooting modes listed below, the camera detects human faces and processes the image to soften facial skin tones (up to 3 faces). • Smart portrait mode (A44) - The skin softening level can be adjusted.

  • Page 94: Focus Lock

    Focus Lock Focus lock shooting is recommended when the camera does not activate the focus area that contains the desired subject. Set AF area mode to Center in A (auto) mode (A55). Position the subject in the center of the frame and press the shutter-release button halfway.

  • Page 95: Playback Features

    Playback Features Playback Zoom Moving the zoom control toward g (i) in full-frame playback mode (A30) zooms in on the image. Displayed area guide 4 / 4 4 / 4 1010hPa 1010hPa 1010hPa 0004. JPG 0004. JPG 15/05/2014 15:30 15/05/2014 15:30 Full-frame Playback Image is zoomed in.

  • Page 96: Thumbnail Playback, Calendar Display

    Thumbnail Playback, Calendar Display Moving the zoom control toward f (h) in full-frame playback mode (A30) displays images as thumbnails. 1 / 20 1 / 20 1 / 20 1 / 20 2014 15 15 1010hPa 1010hPa 1010hPa 0004. JPG 0004.

  • Page 97: Functions That Can Be Set With The D Button (Playback Menu)

    Functions That Can Be Set with the d Button (Playback Menu) When viewing images in full-frame playback mode or thumbnail playback mode, you can configure the menu operations listed below by pressing the d button (A6). Quick retouch 4 / 4 4 / 4 D-Lighting Red-eye correction...
  • Page 98 Option Description Allows you to select whether to display only the key picture for a sequence of images captured continuously or to display the sequence as individual Sequence images. • When only the key picture is displayed for a display options sequence, press the k button to display each image in the sequence.

  • Page 99: Recording And Playing Back Movies

    Recording and Playing Back Movies Recording Movies Display the shooting screen. • Check the remaining amount of movie recording time. • If Photo info in the Monitor settings (A76) in the setup menu is set to Movie 1010hPa 1010hPa 1010hPa frame+auto info, the area that will be 25m 0s 25m 0s...
  • Page 100 Maximum Movie Length Individual movie files cannot exceed 4 GB in size or 29 minutes in length, even when there is sufficient free space on the memory card for longer recording. • The maximum movie length for a single movie is displayed on the shooting screen. •...
  • Page 101 Notes About Vibration Reduction During Movie Recording • When Movie VR (A73) in the movie menu is set to On (hybrid), the angle of view (i.e., the area visible in the frame) becomes narrower during movie recording. • When using a tripod to stabilize the camera during recording, set Movie VR to Off to prevent potential errors caused by this function.
  • Page 102 Saving Still Images While Recording Movies If the shutter-release button is pressed all the way while recording a movie, one frame is saved as a still image. Movie recording continues while the still image is being saved. • Q is displayed at the top left of the monitor. When z is displayed, a still image cannot be 14m30s 14m30s...

  • Page 103: Functions That Can Be Set With The D Button (Movie Menu)

    Functions That Can Be Set with the d Button (Movie Menu) Enter shooting mode M d button M D menu icon M k button The settings of the menu options listed below can be configured. Movie options Open with HS footage AF area mode Autofocus mode Movie VR...

  • Page 104: Playing Back Movies

    Playing Back Movies Press the c button to enter playback mode. Movies are indicated by the movie options icon (A73). Press the k button to play back movies. 0010. MOV 0010. MOV 15/05/2014 15:30 15/05/2014 15:30 Movie options • To adjust the volume, move the zoom control (A2).

  • Page 105: Deleting Movies

    Functions Available During Playback Playback controls are displayed at the bottom of the monitor. Paused The operations listed below can be performed by using the multi selector JK to select a control and then pressing the k button. Function Icon Description Hold down the k button to rewind the movie.

  • Page 106: General Camera Setup

    General Camera Setup Functions That Can Be Set with the d Button (Setup Menu) Press the d button M z (setup) menu icon M k button The settings of the menu options listed below can be configured. Welcome screen Time zone and date Monitor settings Print date Photo VR...
  • Page 107 Option Description Allows you to set the sensitivity of the operation Action control performed when shaking the camera (action response control). Allows you to set whether or not to enable the Playback action image to be selected by shaking the camera in full- control frame playback mode.

  • Page 108: Using Location Data Functions/Displaying Maps

    Using Location Data Functions/ Displaying Maps Starting Location Data Recording This camera receives signals from positioning satellites and obtain its current time and location data. The obtained location data (latitude and longitude) can be recorded on the images to be shot. Turn the Location Data Functions On Press the d button M z (location data options) menu icon M Location data options M k button...
  • Page 109 Notes About Location Data Functions • Before using the location data functions, read "<Important> Notes About Location Data Functions (GPS/GLONASS, Electronic Compass)" (Axviii). • It takes a few minutes to obtain location data when positioning is performed for the first time or in a situation where positioning cannot be performed for a long period of time, or just after the battery is replaced.
  • Page 110 Battery Drain While Recording Location Data and Log Recording • When Record location data is set to On, record location data functions will continue to operate at the specified interval for approximately 6 hours even after the camera is turned off. Also, record location data functions and log recording will continue to operate while recording logs (A88) even after the camera is turned off.
  • Page 111 Underwater Recording of Location Data While the location data is being obtained, if you Underwater select Underwater scene mode, or select G (easy Do you want to use the location data auto) mode and then submerge the camera under last obtained before submerging? water, the screen on the right is displayed.

  • Page 112: Displaying Maps

    Displaying Maps The current position or image shooting location can be displayed on the screen using the camera’s internal map information. To display the map, press the U (map) button in shooting mode or playback mode. • Maps cannot be displayed while the camera is being charged with the charging AC adapter.
  • Page 113 Map Display • The map display cannot be rotated. Only the north up display (the top of the screen indicates the north) is available. • The map display scale varies depending on which country is shown on the map. • In shooting mode, when Record location data in Location data options of the Location data options menu is set to Off or when positioning could not be performed, a world map centered on the region that was set in Time zone of Time zone and date in the setup menu (A76) or a map displayed just before...

  • Page 114: When Using Playback Mode

    When Using Playback Mode If an image displaying z in the full-frame Scale display is selected and the U (map) button is pressed, the image shooting 500m location is displayed on the screen. • To display the map and the image shooting location, the location data must have been recorded on playback image.
  • Page 115 • The following operations can be performed m / time when you press the k button while thumbnails are displayed. - Scroll map: Return to the map display screen - Altitude/depth logs: Display the altitude log or water depth log graph (A88) when you play back images shot while the altitude log or water depth log was recorded using Altitude log or water...

  • Page 116: Using Altimeter And Depth Gauge

    Using Altimeter and Depth Gauge You can display the altitude or water depth and the atmospheric pressure of the current position on the screen and record the displayed value on the images to be shot. • Use Alt./depth correction in the Location data options menu to correct the data in advance.

  • Page 117: Functions That Can Be Set Using The D Button

    Altitude Log and Water Depth Log When Create log in the Location data options menu is selected, altitude or water depth information can be recorded at regular intervals. • If you select Start all logs, the log recording of location, altitude, and water depth information starts.
  • Page 118 Option Description Allows you to make the settings for the POI (points of interest, location name information). • Default setting: Points of interest - Embed POI: Off (POI) - Display POI: Off - Level of detail: Level 6 (detailed) Allows you to make the settings to create a log of location, altitude, and water depth information.

  • Page 119: Using The Wi-Fi (Wireless Lan) Function

    Using the Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) Function Functions That Can Be Performed Using Wi-Fi You can perform the following functions if you install the dedicated software “Wireless Mobile Utility” on your smart device that runs on Android OS or iOS, and connect it to the camera. Take Photos You can take still images using the two methods described below.

  • Page 120: Connecting The Smart Device To The Camera

    Connecting the Smart Device to the Camera Press the d button M q menu icon M k button Use the multi selector HI to Connect to smart device select Connect to smart device Disable Wi-Fi and press the k button. Options •...
  • Page 121 To Terminate the Wi-Fi Connection Perform one of the following operations. • Turn off the camera. • Select Disable Wi-Fi in the Wi-Fi options menu on the camera (except when the camera is operated by remote control). • Set the Wi-Fi setting on the smart device to Off. Notes About Wi-Fi Connection •...

  • Page 122: Connecting The Camera To A Tv, Computer, Or Printer

    Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer Connection Methods You can enhance your enjoyment of images and movies by connecting the camera to a TV, computer, or printer. HDMI micro connector (Type D) Micro-USB connector How to open the battery- Insert the plug straight.
  • Page 123 Viewing images on a TV Images and movies captured with the camera can be viewed on a TV. Connection method: Connect a commercially available HDMI cable to the TV’s HDMI input jack. Viewing and organizing images on a computer You can transfer images to a computer to perform simple retouching and manage image data.

  • Page 124: Using Viewnx 2

    ViewNX 2™ Your Imaging Toolbox Installing ViewNX 2 An Internet connection is required. For system requirements and other information, see the Nikon website for your region. Download the ViewNX 2 installer. Start the computer and download the installer from: http://nikonimglib.com/nvnx/ Double-click the downloaded file.

  • Page 125: Transferring Images To The Computer

    • SD card reader: Connect a card reader (available separately from third-party suppliers) to the computer and insert the memory card. If a message is displayed prompting you to choose a program, select Nikon Transfer 2. • When using Windows 7...
  • Page 126 Transfer images to the computer. • Click Start Transfer. Start Transfer • At default settings, all the images on the memory card will be copied to the computer. Terminate the connection. • If the camera is connected to the computer, turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable.

  • Page 127: Viewing Images

    Viewing Images Start ViewNX 2. • Images are displayed in ViewNX 2 when transfer is complete. • Consult online help for more information on using ViewNX 2. Starting ViewNX 2 Manually • Windows: Double-click the ViewNX 2 shortcut on the desktop. •...

  • Page 129: Technical Notes

    Technical Notes and Index Caring for the Product........F2 The Camera.....................F2 The Battery....................F4 Charging AC Adapter................F5 Memory Cards..................F6 Cleaning and Storage........F7 Cleaning....................F7 Storage .....................F8 Troubleshooting..........F9 USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR MAP DATA AND LOCATION NAME DATA ......F20 Specifications..........F26 Approved Memory Cards ............... F31 Index ...............F34...

  • Page 130: Caring For The Product

    Do not place a heavy object on the camera, drop the camera, or apply excessive force on the camera. • If water seeps inside the camera, immediately stop using the camera. Wipe off moisture from the camera, and at once take the camera to your Nikon-authorized service representative.
  • Page 131 Shock and Vibration Do not drop the camera, strike it against a hard object such as a rock, or throw it at a water surface. Do not leave the camera in an area subject to vibration. If the camera is subjected to excessive shock, this could result in camera malfunction or damage.

  • Page 132: The Battery

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

  • Page 133: Charging Ac Adapter

    • When charging the battery inserted into this camera using the charging AC adapter or a computer, the battery is not charged at battery temperatures below 0°C (32°F) or above 45°C (113°F). • Note that the battery may become hot during use; wait for the battery to cool before charging.

  • Page 134: Memory Cards

    • Do not, under any circumstances, use another make or model of AC adapter other than Charging AC Adapter EH-71P, and do not use a commercially available USB-AC adapter or a battery charger for a mobile phone. Failure to observe this precaution could result in overheating or in damage to the camera.

  • Page 135: Cleaning And Storage

    Cleaning and Storage Cleaning Do not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals. Avoid touching glass parts with your fingers. Remove dust or lint with a blower (typically a small device with a rubber bulb attached to one end that is pumped to produce a stream of air out the other end). To Lens remove fingerprints or other stains that cannot be removed with a blower, wipe the lens with a soft cloth, using a spiral motion that starts...

  • Page 136: Storage

    Storage Turn the camera off when not in use. Be sure that the power-on lamp is off before putting the camera away. Remove the battery if the camera will not be used for an extended period. Do not store the camera with naphtha or camphor moth balls, or in any of the following locations: •...

  • Page 137: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. Power, Display, Settings Issues Problem Cause/Solution • Wait for recording to end. – • If the problem persists, turn the camera off.
  • Page 138 Problem Cause/Solution • The camera automatically turns off to save power (auto off function). • The camera or battery has become too cold and cannot operate properly. • The inside of the camera has become hot. – Camera turns off Leave the camera off until the inside of the without warning.
  • Page 139 Problem Cause/Solution No indicators Hide info is selected for Photo info in displayed in monitor. Monitor settings in the setup menu. Print date not Time zone and date has not been set in the 18, 76, available. setup menu. • The current shooting mode does not Date not imprinted on images even when support Print date.
  • Page 140 Problem Cause/Solution • When the camera is in playback mode, press the A button, the shutter-release button, or the b (e movie-record) button. • When menus are displayed, press the d No image captured when the shutter- button. • The battery is exhausted. release button is •...
  • Page 141 Problem Cause/Solution • Digital zoom is set to Off in the setup menu. • Digital zoom cannot be used in the following situations. - When the scene mode is Portrait, Night portrait, Night landscape, Backlighting (when HDR is o), Easy Digital zoom cannot panorama, Pet portrait, or be used.
  • Page 142 Problem Cause/Solution • The flash mode is set to W (off). • The flash window is blocked. • The subject is beyond the range of the flash. • Adjust exposure compensation. Images are too dark • Increase ISO sensitivity. (underexposed). •...
  • Page 143 Problem Cause/Solution When shooting with backlighting or when a very strong light source (such as sunlight) is in A ring-shaped belt or the frame, a ring-shaped belt or rainbow- rainbow-colored stripe colored stripe (ghosting) may occur. Change – appears in the monitor the position of the light source, or frame the or images.
  • Page 144 • The camera is not recognized by the – not start when camera computer. is connected to a • The computer is not set to start Nikon computer. Transfer 2 automatically. For more information about Nikon Transfer 2, refer to help information contained in ViewNX 2.
  • Page 145 Location Data Functions Problem Cause/Solution • The camera may not be able to identify the location in some shooting environments. To use the location data functions, use the Unable to identify the camera as much as possible in an open-air location or it takes time area.
  • Page 146 Problem Cause/Solution The altimeter or depth gauge and Set Photo info of Monitor settings in the atmospheric pressure setup menu to Hide info. icon remain displayed on the shooting screen. Even when Altimeter/depth gauge is set to On, the altimeter or depth gauge is not displayed in the following situations.
  • Page 147 Problem Cause/Solution • Make sure that a memory card is inserted in – the camera. • Up to 36 log data events for location data – logs can be recorded per day whereas up to 34 log data events each for altitude logs and water depth logs can be recorded per day.

  • Page 148: User License Agreement For Map Data And Location Name Data

    It is protected by copyright, and is subject to the following terms and conditions which are agreed to by you, on the one hand, and Nikon Corporation (“Nikon”) and its licensors (including their licensors and suppliers) on the other hand.
  • Page 149 YOUR USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THIS INFORMATION, ANY DEFECT IN THE INFORMATION, OR THE BREACH OF THESE TERMS OR CONDITIONS, WHETHER IN AN ACTION IN CONTRACT OR TORT OR BASED ON A WARRANTY, EVEN IF NIKON OR ITS LICENSORS HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. Some States, Territories and Countries do not allow certain liability exclusions or damages limitations, so to that extent the above may not apply to you.
  • Page 150 Government End Users. If the Data supplied by HERE is being acquired by or on behalf of the United States government or any other entity seeking or applying rights similar to those customarily claimed by the United States government, the Data is a "commercial item"...
  • Page 151 Notices related to licensed software copyright holders. • Map data and location name data for Japan © 2013 ZENRIN CO., LTD. All rights reserved. This service uses map and POI data of ZENRIN CO., LTD. “ZENRIN” is a registered trademark of ZENRIN CO., LTD. •...
  • Page 152 Greece Copyright Geomatics Ltd. Hungary Copyright © 2003; Top-Map Ltd. La Banca Dati Italiana è stata prodotta usando quale riferimento Italy anche cartografia numerica ed al tratto prodotta e fornita dalla Regione Toscana. Norway Copyright © 2000; Norwegian Mapping Authority Portugal Source: IgeoE - Portugal Spain...
  • Page 153 Israel © Survey of Israel data source Jordan © Royal Jordanian Geographic Centre. Certain Data for Mozambique provided by Cenacarta © 2013 by Mozambique Cenacarta The Pacific Ocean and Caribbean Sea maritime borders have not been entirely defined. Northern land border defined by the natural course of the Coco Nicaragua River (also known as Segovia River or Wangki River) corresponds to the source of information available at the moment of its...

  • Page 154: Specifications

    Specifications Nikon COOLPIX AW120 Digital Camera Type Compact digital camera Number of effective 16.0 million pixels Image sensor 1/2.3-in. type CMOS; approx. 16.76 million total pixels Lens NIKKOR lens with 5× optical zoom 4.3-21.5 mm (angle of view equivalent to that of 24-...
  • Page 155 • 16M (High) 4608×3456P • 16M 4608×3456 • 8M 3264×2448 • 4M 2272×1704 Image size (pixels) • 2M 1600×1200 • VGA 640×480 • 16:9 12M 4608×2592 • 1:1 3456×3456 ISO sensitivity • ISO 125 - 1600 (Standard output • ISO 3200, 6400 (available when using Auto mode) sensitivity) Exposure Matrix, center-weighted (digital zoom less than 2×), spot...
  • Page 156 Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) IEEE 802.11b/g/n (standard wireless LAN protocol) Standards ARIB STD-T66 (standard for low power data communication systems) IEEE 802.11b: DBPSK/DQPSK/CCK Communications IEEE 802.11g: OFDM protocols IEEE 802.11n: OFDM Range (line of sight) Approx. 30 m (32 yd) Operating 2412 - 2462 MHz (1 - 11 channels) frequency IEEE 802.11b: 5 Mbps...
  • Page 157 Battery life Still pictures Approx. 350 shots when using EN-EL12 Movies (actual Approx. 1 h 15 min (1080/30p) when using EN-EL12 battery life for Approx. 1 h 20 min (1080/25p) when using EN-EL12 recording) Tripod socket 1/4 (ISO 1222) Dimensions Approx.
  • Page 158 For Argentina: Approx. 73 g (2.6 oz) For Brazil: Approx. 70 g (2.5 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.

  • Page 159: Approved Memory Cards

    Approved Memory Cards The following Secure Digital (SD) memory cards have been tested and approved for use in this camera. • Memory cards with an SD Speed Class rating of 6 or faster are recommended for recording movies. When using a memory card with a lower Speed Class rating, movie recording may stop unexpectedly.
  • Page 160 AVC Patent Portfolio License This product is licensed under the AVC Patent Portfolio License for the personal and non-commercial use of a consumer to (i) encode video in compliance with the AVC standard (“AVC video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal and non-commercial activity and/or was obtained from a video provider licensed to provide AVC video.

  • Page 161: Trademark Information

    • Android and Google Play are trademarks or registered trademarks of Google, Inc. • 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 162: Index

    Index Action button ........2, 4 Symbols V Action Button......2, 4 Action control........... 4 A Auto mode......24, 45 Action control response F Auto sort mode......E9 ............77, E71 l Delete button..31, 75, E51 AF area mode G Easy Auto Mode ......
  • Page 163 Blink proof......57, E44 DPOF print ........E27 Blink warning...... 77, E76 DSCN ..........E99 Brightness ......76, E65 Dusk/dawn i........35 BSS..........38, E35 Button sound......... E70 Easy panorama p..35, 39, E2 Easy panorama playback Calculate distance .... 87, E81 ............

  • Page 164: List By Date Mode

    .......... 20, 76, E67 Night landscape j....35, 37 Internal memory......17, 22 Night portrait e......35, 36 Internal memory indicator ..9, 11 Nikon Transfer 2........95 ISO sensitivity...... 56, E37 Nostalgic sepia E......42 Number of exposures remaining Landscape c......... 35 ............

  • Page 165: Quick Effects

    Protect........67, E49 Open with HS footage ........73, E56, E58 Quick effects Optical zoom .......... 27 .... 30, 46, 56, E14, E41 Optional accessories ....E101 Quick retouch ..... 67, E15 Paper size ...... E25, E26 Recording movies ....... 69 Party/indoor f......

  • Page 166: Smile Timer

    Smart portrait menu..55, E42 Volume........74, E51 Smart portrait mode ......44 Smile timer......57, E43 Welcome screen ....76, E62 Snow z............. 35 White balance..... 56, E32 Soft D............42 Wi-Fi options ....... 90, E92 Sound settings....76, E70 Wind noise reduction ..
  • Page 168 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 Singapore FX4C03(11) 6MN40211-03 2014...

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