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Reference Manual
Read this manual thoroughly before using the camera.
To ensure proper use of the camera, be sure to read "For
Your Safety" (page vi).
After reading this manual, keep it in a readily accessible
place for future reference.

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  • Page 1 DIGITAL CAMERA Reference Manual Read this manual thoroughly before using the camera. To ensure proper use of the camera, be sure to read “For Your Safety” (page vi). After reading this manual, keep it in a readily accessible place for future reference.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Quick Topic Search You can return to this page by tapping or clicking in the lower right of any page. Main Topics Introduction ..........................iii Table of Contents ........................x Parts of the Camera ....................... 1 Getting Started........................10 Basic Shooting and Playback Operations ..............16 Shooting Features........................23 Playback Features.........................63 Movies ............................75...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction Read This First Symbols and Conventions Used in This Manual Tap or click in the lower right of each page to display “Quick Topic Search” (Aii). Symbols Symbol Description This icon marks cautions and information that should be read before using the camera.

  • Page 4: Information And Precautions

    Before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at weddings or before taking the camera on a trip), take a test shot to ensure that the camera is functioning normally. Nikon will not be held liable for damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction.
  • Page 5 Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product. While every effort was made to ensure that the information in these manuals is accurate and complete, we would appreciate it were you to bring any errors or omissions to the attention of the Nikon representative in your area (address provided separately).

  • Page 6: For Your Safety

    For Your Safety To prevent damage to property or injury to yourself or to others, read “For Your Safety” in its entirety before using this product. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use this product will read them. Failure to observe the precautions marked DANGER with this icon carries a high risk of death or...
  • Page 7 Keep this product out of reach of children. Failure to observe this precaution could result in injury or product malfunction. In addition, note that small parts constitute a choking hazard. Should a child swallow any part of this product, seek immediate medical attention.
  • Page 8 Do not leave the product where it will be exposed to extremely high temperatures, for an extended period such as in an enclosed automobile or in direct sunlight. Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or product malfunction. Do not transport the camera with a tripod or similar accessory attached.
  • Page 9 If battery liquid comes into contact with a person’s skin or clothing, immediately rinse the affected area with plenty of clean water. Failure to observe this precaution could result in skin irritation. Introduction For Your Safety...
  • Page 10 Table of Contents Quick Topic Search ....................... ii Main Topics..................................ii Common Topics ................................ii Introduction ........................... iii Read This First ............................iii Symbols and Conventions Used in This Manual ..................iii Information and Precautions ..........................iv For Your Safety ............................vi Parts of the Camera ......................
  • Page 11 Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to the Shooting Conditions) ..........27 Tips and Notes About Scene Mode....................... 28 Shooting with Easy Panorama.......................... 36 Playback with Easy Panorama ........................... 38 Creative Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting)..............39 Smart Portrait Mode (Enhancing Human Faces When Shooting)........41 Using Smile Timer..............................
  • Page 12 Movies ............................. 75 Basic Operations of Movie Recording and Movie Playback ..........76 Capturing Still Images While Recording Movies ............... 79 Short Movie Show Mode (Combining Movie Clips to Create Short Movies) ....80 Operations During Movie Playback ....................83 Editing Movies ............................
  • Page 13 The Smart Portrait Menu......................... 115 Self-Collage ................................115 Blink Proof ................................... 116 The Movie Menu ..........................117 Movie Options................................117 Autofocus Mode ..............................121 Movie VR ..................................122 Wind Noise Reduction ............................123 Frame Rate.................................. 123 The Playback Menu........................... 124 Mark for Upload...............................
  • Page 14 If There Is a Problem......................147 Troubleshooting ..........................148 Error Messages............................ 157 Technical Notes......................... 160 Notices..............................161 Notes About Wireless Communication Functions ..............163 Caring for the Product ........................166 The Camera................................166 The Battery ................................. 167 The Charging AC Adapter..........................168 Memory Cards................................

  • Page 15: Parts Of The Camera

    Parts of the Camera The Camera Body ........................2 The Monitor..........................4 Parts of the Camera...

  • Page 16: The Camera Body

    The Camera Body Zoom control..........52 Self-timer lamp ..........49 f : Wide-angle........52 AF-assist illuminator .......138 g : Telephoto ......... 52 Mode dial ..........17, 24 h : Thumbnail playback....65 Microphone (stereo) i : Playback zoom......64 Flash.............19, 47 Shutter-release button....
  • Page 17 10 d (menu) button........97 Speaker b (e movie-record) button..... 76 11 s (display) button ........ 4 c (playback) button ......20 12 Monitor..............4 Micro-USB connector ...... 13, 87 Power connector cover (for optional AC adapter)..........172 HDMI micro connector (Type D) ..87 14 Lock lever ............

  • Page 18: The Monitor

    The Monitor The information that is displayed on the shooting or playback screen changes depending on the camera’s settings and state of use. Switching the Information Displayed on the Screen (s Button) To switch the information displayed on the screen during shooting or playback, press the s (display) button.

  • Page 19: For Shooting

    For Shooting AF AF 1 4 4 0 m m 1 4 4 0 m m x 2 . 0 x 2 . 0 10 10 +1.0 +1.0 2 9 m 0 s 2 9 m 0 s 2 0 0 2 0 0 1 / 2 5 0 1 / 2 5 0...
  • Page 20 1 4 4 0 m m 1 4 4 0 m m x 2 . 0 x 2 . 0 10 10 +1.0 +1.0 2 9 m 0 s 2 9 m 0 s 2 0 0 2 0 0 1 / 2 5 0 1 / 2 5 0 F 3.3...
  • Page 21 1 4 4 0 m m 1 4 4 0 m m x 2 . 0 x 2 . 0 10 10 10 10 +1.0 +1.0 2 9 m 0 s 2 9 m 0 s 1 / 2 5 0 1 / 2 5 0 F 3.3 F 3.3...

  • Page 22: For Playback

    For Playback 999/999 999/999 9 9 9 / 9 9 9 9 9 9 / 9 9 9 9999/9999 9999/9999 29m 0s 29m 0s 29m 0s 29m 0s 9 9 9 9 . J P G 9 9 9 9 . J P G 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 9 1 2 : 0 0 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 9 1 2 : 0 0 17 16...
  • Page 23 Tone Level Information Display You can check for loss of contrast detail in highlights and shadows from the histogram that is displayed, or the display for the tone level. These provide guidelines when adjusting the image brightness with functions such as exposure compensation. 4 / 4 4 / 4 1 / 2 5 0...

  • Page 24: Getting Started

    Getting Started How to Attach the Strap and Lens Cap ................11 Inserting the Battery and Memory Card...............12 Charging the Battery......................13 Camera Setup ........................14 Getting Started...

  • Page 25: How To Attach The Strap And Lens Cap

    How to Attach the Strap and Lens Cap Attach the lens cap to the strap, and then attach the strap to the camera. Attach the strap at two places. Lens Cap When the camera is not in use, attach the lens cap to the lens to protect it. Getting Started How to Attach the Strap and Lens Cap...

  • Page 26: Inserting The Battery And Memory Card

    Inserting the Battery and Memory Card Battery latch Memory card slot With the battery’s positive and negative terminals oriented correctly, move the orange battery latch (3), and fully insert the battery (4). Slide the memory card in until it clicks into place (5). Be careful not to insert the battery or memory card upside-down or backward, as this could cause a malfunction.

  • Page 27: Charging The Battery

    Charging the Battery Charging AC Adapter* Electrical outlet Power-on lamp (charge lamp) USB cable (included) * A plug adapter is attached depending on the country or region of purchase. The shape of the plug adapter varies with the country or region of purchase. Charging starts when the camera is connected to an electrical outlet while the battery is inserted, as shown in the illustration.

  • Page 28: Camera Setup

    Notes About Charging the Battery The camera can be operated while the battery is charging, but the charging time increases. The power-on lamp (charge lamp) turns off while the camera is being operated. Do not, under any circumstances, use another make or model of AC adapter other than the EH-73P/EH-73PCH Charging AC Adapter, and do not use a commercially available USB-AC adapter or a battery charger for a mobile phone.
  • Page 29 Highlight your home time zone and London, Casablanca press the k button. Press H to set daylight saving time. When it is on, the time is one hour earlier and W is displayed. When you press I to turn it off, the time goes back one hour.

  • Page 30: Basic Shooting And Playback Operations

    Basic Shooting and Playback Operations Shooting Images........................17 Playing Back Images......................20 Deleting Images........................21 Basic Shooting and Playback Operations...

  • Page 31: Shooting Images

    Shooting Images A (auto) mode is used here as an example. A (auto) mode enables you to perform general shooting in a variety of shooting conditions. Rotate the mode dial to A. Battery level indicator b: The battery level is high. B: The battery level is low.
  • Page 32 Frame the picture. Move the zoom control or the side zoom control to change the zoom lens position. If you lose sight of the subject while shooting with the lens in telephoto position, press the q (snap-back zoom) button to temporarily widen the visible area so that you can frame the subject more easily.

  • Page 33: Using The Flash

    Notes About Saving Images or Movies The indicator showing the number of exposures remaining or the indicator showing the remaining recording time flashes, or Please wait for the camera to finish recording. is displayed while images or movies are being saved. Do not open the battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover or remove the battery or memory card while an indicator is flashing.

  • Page 34: Playing Back Images

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

  • Page 35: Deleting Images

    Deleting Images In playback mode, press the l (delete) button to delete the image currently displayed on the screen. Use the multi selector HI to select the desired deletion method and press the Delete k button. Current image To exit without deleting, press the d button. Erase selected images All images Select Yes and press the k button.

  • Page 36: The Image Selection Screen For Deletion

    The Image Selection Screen for Deletion Use the multi selector JK to select the Erase selected images image that you want to delete. Move the zoom control (A2) toward g (i) to switch to full-frame playback, or f (h) to switch to thumbnail playback.

  • Page 37: Shooting Features

    Shooting Features Selecting a Shooting Mode ....................24 A (Auto) Mode........................25 Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to the Shooting Conditions) ........27 Creative Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting) ..........39 Smart Portrait Mode (Enhancing Human Faces When Shooting) ......41 Setting the Flash Mode, Self-timer, Macro Mode, and Exposure Compensation ........................46 Flash Mode..........................47 Self-timer ..........................49...

  • Page 38: Selecting A Shooting Mode

    Selecting a Shooting Mode You can rotate the mode dial to align the desired shooting mode with the indicator mark on the camera body. A (Auto) mode Select this mode to perform general shooting in a variety of shooting conditions. y, B, j, e, o, d (Scene) modes Select any one of scene modes based on the shooting conditions, and you can take pictures with the appropriate settings for those conditions.

  • Page 39: A (Auto) Mode

    A (Auto) Mode Select this mode to perform general shooting in a variety of shooting conditions. The focus area for autofocus varies depending on the setting of AF area mode (A111). The default setting is Target finding AF (A55). Functions Available in A (Auto) Mode Creative slider (A25) Flash mode (A47) Self-timer (A49)
  • Page 40 Use HI to adjust the level. Slider You can preview the results on the screen. Brightness (Exp. +/-) To set another item, return to step 2. + 2 . 0 Select f Exit to hide the slider. To cancel all settings, select g Reset and press the + 0 .

  • Page 41: Scene Mode (Shooting Suited To The Shooting Conditions)

    Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to the Shooting Conditions) Select any one of scene modes based on the shooting conditions, and you can take pictures with the appropriate settings for those conditions. 1, 2 j Night landscape B (scene auto selector) (A28), e Night portrait (A29), (A28)

  • Page 42: Tips And Notes About Scene Mode

    Tips and Notes About Scene Mode B Scene auto selector The camera recognizes the shooting conditions when you frame a picture, and you can take pictures in accordance with the conditions. e Portrait (for taking close-up portraits of one or two people) Portrait (for taking portraits of large numbers of people, or images in which the background takes up a large portion of the frame) f Landscape...
  • Page 43 e Night portrait Raise the flash before shooting. Press the d button to select Y Hand-held or Z Tripod in Night portrait. Y Hand-held (default setting): - While the e icon on the shooting screen is displayed in 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 44 o Backlighting Press the d button to select On or Off to enable or disable the high dynamic range (HDR) function in HDR based on the shooting conditions. Off (default setting): The flash fires to prevent the subject from being hidden in shadow.
  • Page 45 y M U Multiple exp. Lighten The camera automatically captures moving subjects at regular intervals, compares each image and composites only their bright areas, and then saves them as one image. Light trails such as the flow of car lights or motion of stars are captured. On the screen displayed when U Multiple exp.
  • Page 46 Notes About Multiple Exp. Lighten The camera cannot capture images if a memory card is not inserted. Do not rotate the mode dial or remove the memory card until shooting ends. Use a sufficiently charged battery to prevent the camera from turning off unexpectedly. Exposure compensation cannot be used (A51).
  • Page 47 y M u Food Macro mode (A50) is enabled and the camera automatically zooms to the closest position at which it can focus. You can adjust hue by using the multi selector HI. The hue setting is saved in the camera’s memory even after the camera is turned off.
  • Page 48 y M O Pet portrait When you point the camera at a dog or cat, the camera detects the face of a dog or cat and focuses on it. By default, the shutter is automatically released when the face of a dog or cat is detected (pet portrait auto release).
  • Page 49 y M L Moon At the wide-angle zoom position, the framing border is displayed to indicate the angle of view equivalent to that of a 1440 mm lens (in 35mm [135] format). When you frame the moon inside the framing border and press the k button, the angle of view becomes equivalent to that of a 1440 mm lens.

  • Page 50: Shooting With Easy Panorama

    Shooting with Easy Panorama Rotate the mode dial to y M d button M V (easy panorama) M k button Select W Normal or X Wide Easy panorama as the shooting range and press the k button. Normal Wide Frame the first edge of the panorama scene, and then press the shutter- release button halfway to focus.
  • Page 51 Example of Camera Movement Using your body as the axis of rotation, move the camera slowly in an arc, in the direction of the marking (KLJI). Shooting stops if the guide does not reach the edge within about 15 seconds (when W Normal is selected) or within about 30 seconds (when X Wide is selected) after shooting starts.

  • Page 52: Playback With Easy Panorama

    Playback with Easy Panorama Switch to playback mode (A20), display an image 4 / 4 4 / 4 captured using easy panorama in full-frame playback mode, and then press the k button to scroll the image in the direction that was used when shooting. 0 0 0 4 .

  • Page 53: Creative Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting)

    Creative Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting) The camera saves four images with effects and one image without effects simultaneously in one shot. The camera focuses in the center of the frame. Press the k button. Variety The effect group selection screen is displayed. 2 5 m 0 s 2 5 m 0 s 5 0 0...
  • Page 54 Functions Available in Creative Mode Flash mode (A47) Self-timer (A49) Macro mode (A50) Exposure compensation (A51) Shooting menu (common across shooting modes) (A104) Shooting Features Creative Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting)

  • Page 55: Smart Portrait Mode (Enhancing Human Faces When Shooting)

    Smart Portrait Mode (Enhancing Human Faces When Shooting) You can take a picture with the glamour retouch function to enhance human faces. Press the multi selector K. Apply an effect. Slider Use JK to select the desired effect. Skin softening Use HI to select the amount of effect.
  • Page 56 Functions Available in Smart Portrait Mode Glamour retouch (A41) Smile timer (A43) Self-Collage (A44) Flash mode (A47) Self-timer (A49) Smart portrait menu (A115) Using Skin Softening and Foundation Makeup In the following shooting modes, if human faces are detected, the camera processes the image to soften facial skin tones before saving the image (up to three faces).

  • Page 57: Using Smile Timer

    Using Smile Timer When you press the multi selector J to select a Smile timer and press the k button, the camera automatically releases the shutter whenever a smiling face is detected. Set the glamour retouch function before selecting Smile timer smile timer (A41).

  • Page 58: Using Self-Collage

    Using Self-Collage The camera can capture a series of four or nine images at intervals and save them as a one-frame image (a collage image). Press the multi selector J to select n Self-Collage, and press the k button. A confirmation dialog is displayed. When you press the d button and select Self- Self-Collage Collage before pressing J, you can configure the...
  • Page 59 Notes About Self-Collage Exposure and hue for the second and subsequent images are fixed at the values determined with the first image. If you perform the operations listed below before the camera takes the specified number of shots, shooting is canceled and the collage image is not saved. The pictures that were taken before shooting was canceled are saved as individual images.

  • Page 60: Setting The Flash Mode, Self-Timer, Macro Mode, And Exposure Compensation

    Setting the Flash Mode, Self-timer, Macro Mode, and Exposure Compensation When the shooting screen is displayed, you can press the multi selector H (m) J (n) I (p) K (o) to set the functions described below. Flash mode When the flash is raised, the flash mode can be set according to shooting conditions.

  • Page 61: Flash Mode

    Flash Mode When the flash is raised, the flash mode can be set according to shooting conditions. Raise the flash with your hand. When the flash is lowered, flash operation is disabled and S is displayed. Press the multi selector H (X). Select the desired flash mode (A48) Auto and press the k button.
  • Page 62 Available Flash Modes Auto The flash fires when necessary, such as in dim lighting. The flash mode indicator is only displayed immediately after setting on the shooting screen. Auto with red-eye reduction Reduce red-eye in portraits caused by the flash. Fill flash The flash fires whenever a picture is taken.

  • Page 63: Self-Timer

    Self-timer The camera releases the shutter when the set number of seconds elapses after you press the shutter-release button. Set Photo VR (A138) to Off in the setup menu when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting. Press the multi selector J (n). Select the number of seconds until the Self-timer shutter is released, and press the...

  • Page 64: Macro Mode (Taking Close-Up Pictures)

    Macro Mode (Taking Close-up Pictures) Use macro mode when you take close-up pictures. Press the multi selector I (p). Select o and press the k button. Macro mode If the setting is not applied by pressing the k button, the selection will be canceled. Move the zoom control to set the zoom ratio to a position where F and the zoom indicator are displayed in green.

  • Page 65: Exposure Compensation (Adjusting Brightness)

    Exposure Compensation (Adjusting Brightness) You can adjust overall image brightness. Press the multi selector K (o). When the shooting mode is smart portrait mode, the glamour retouch screen is displayed instead of the exposure compensation screen (A41). When the shooting mode is A (auto) mode, the creative slider is displayed instead of the exposure compensation screen (A25).

  • Page 66: Using The Zoom

    Using the Zoom When you move the zoom control or side zoom control, the zoom lens position changes. To zoom in: Move toward g To zoom out: Move toward f When you turn the camera on, the zoom moves to the maximum wide-angle position.
  • Page 67 Using the Snap-back Zoom If you lose sight of the subject while shooting with the lens in telephoto position, press the q (snap-back zoom) button to temporarily widen the visible area so that you can frame the subject more easily. 3 6 0 m m 3 6 0 m m 2 5 m 0 s...

  • Page 68: Focusing

    Focusing The Shutter-release Button To press the shutter-release button “halfway” means to press and hold the button at the point where you feel a slight resistance. Focus and exposure (shutter speed and f-number) are set Press halfway when you press the shutter-release button halfway. Focus and exposure remain locked while the button is pressed halfway.

  • Page 69: Using Target Finding Af

    Using Target Finding AF When AF area mode (A111) is set to Target finding AF in A (auto) mode, the camera focuses in the manner described below when you press the shutter-release button halfway. The camera detects the main subject and focuses on it.

  • Page 70: Using Face Detection

    Using Face Detection In the following settings, the camera uses face detection to automatically focus on human faces. B (scene auto selector) mode (A28) e (night portrait) or Portrait scene mode (A27) Smart portrait mode (A41) When AF area mode (A111) is set to Face priority in A (auto) mode (A25) 2 5 m 0 s 2 5 m 0 s...

  • Page 71: Subjects Not Suitable For Autofocus

    Subjects Not Suitable for Autofocus The camera may not focus as expected in the following situations. In rare cases, the subject may not be in focus despite the fact that the focus area or the focus indicator is displayed in green: Subject is very dark Objects of sharply differing brightness are included in the shooting conditions (e.g.

  • Page 72: 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 (A111). Position the subject in the center of the frame and press the shutter-release button halfway.

  • Page 73: Default Settings (Flash Mode, Self-Timer, And Macro Mode)

    Default Settings (Flash Mode, Self-timer, and Macro Mode) The default settings for each shooting mode are listed below. Flash mode Self-timer Macro mode (A47) (A49) (A50) A (auto) B (scene auto selector) j (night landscape) e (night portrait) o (backlighting) d (sports) Scene modes b (portrait)
  • Page 74 The camera automatically selects the flash mode appropriate for the shooting conditions it has selected. W (off) can be selected manually. Cannot be changed. The camera enters macro mode when i is selected. Cannot be changed. Cannot be changed. When set to Hand-held, the flash mode setting is fixed at auto with red-eye reduction.

  • Page 75: Functions That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously When Shooting

    Functions That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously When Shooting Some functions cannot be used with other menu settings. Restricted Setting Description function When a setting other than Single is selected, Continuous (A108) the flash cannot be used. Flash mode When Blink proof is set to On, the flash Blink proof (A116) cannot be used.
  • Page 76 Restricted Setting Description function When hue is adjusted using the creative slider in Target finding AF mode, the camera does Hue (using the not detect the main subject aside from creative slider) human faces. To detect the main subject, select g in the creative slider setting screen to (A25) reset the brightness, vividness, hue, and Active AF area mode...

  • Page 77: Playback Features

    Playback Features Playback Zoom........................64 Thumbnail Playback/Calendar Display.................65 List by Date Mode ........................66 Viewing and Deleting Images in a Sequence.............67 Editing Images (Still Images) ....................69 Playback Features...

  • Page 78: Playback Zoom

    Playback Zoom Moving the zoom control toward g (i playback zoom) in full- g (i) frame playback mode (A20) zooms in on the image. 4 / 4 4 / 4 Displayed area 0 0 0 4 . J P G 0 0 0 4 .

  • Page 79: Thumbnail Playback/Calendar Display

    Thumbnail Playback/Calendar Display Moving the zoom control toward f (h thumbnail playback) in f (h) full-frame playback mode (A20) displays images as thumbnails. 1 / 2 0 1 / 2 0 1 / 2 0 2 0 1 9 Sun Mon Tue Wed 10 10 10 11 11 11...

  • Page 80: List By Date Mode

    List by Date Mode Press the c button to enter playback mode M d button M select N (playback mode) M C List by date M k button Use the multi selector HI to select a date and then List by date press the k button to play back the images captured 20/11/2019 on the selected date.

  • Page 81: Viewing And Deleting Images In A Sequence

    Viewing and Deleting Images in a Sequence Viewing Images in a Sequence Images captured continuously, or with the multiple exp. lighten, creative mode, or self-collage function, are saved as a sequence. One image in a sequence is used as the key picture to 1 / 5 1 / 5 represent the sequence when displayed in full-frame...

  • Page 82: Deleting Images In A Sequence

    Deleting Images in a Sequence When the l (delete) button is pressed for images in a sequence, the images that are deleted vary depending on how the sequences are displayed. When the key picture is displayed: - Current image: All images in the displayed sequence are deleted. - Erase selected images: When a key picture is selected on the erase selected images screen (A22), all images in that sequence are deleted.

  • Page 83: Editing Images (Still Images)

    Editing Images (Still Images) Before Editing Images You can easily edit images on this camera. Edited copies are saved as separate files. Edited copies are saved with the same shooting date and time as the original. Restrictions on Image Editing An image can be edited up to 10 times.

  • Page 84: Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast And Saturation

    Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and Saturation Press the c button to enter playback mode M Select an image M d button M Quick retouch M k button Use the multi selector HI to select the Quick retouch desired effect level and press the k button. The edited version is displayed on the right.

  • Page 85: Red-Eye Correction: Correcting Red-Eye When Shooting With The Flash

    Red-eye Correction: Correcting Red-eye When Shooting with the Flash Press the c button to enter playback mode M Select an image M d button M Red-eye correction M k button Preview the result and press the k button. Red-eye correction To exit without saving the copy, press the multi selector J.
  • Page 86 Use JK to select the effect, use HI to Small face select the effect level, and press the k button. You can simultaneously apply multiple effects. Adjust or check the settings for all effects before pressing the k button. Back F Small face, B Skin softening, l Foundation makeup, m Glare reduction, E Hide eye bags, A Big eyes, G Whiten eyes, n Eye shadow, o...

  • Page 87: Small Picture: Reducing The Size Of An Image

    Small Picture: Reducing the Size of an Image Press the c button to enter playback mode M Select an image M d button M Small picture M k button Use the multi selector HI to select the Small picture desired copy size and press the k button.

  • Page 88: Crop: Creating A Cropped Copy

    Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy Move the zoom control to enlarge the image (A64). Adjust the image so that only the portion that you want to keep is displayed, and then press the d (menu) button. Move the zoom control toward g (i) or f (h) to adjust the magnification rate.

  • Page 89: Movies

    Movies Basic Operations of Movie Recording and Movie Playback........76 Capturing Still Images While Recording Movies............79 Short Movie Show Mode (Combining Movie Clips to Create Short Movies) ...80 Operations During Movie Playback ................83 Editing Movies ........................84 Movies...

  • Page 90: Basic Operations Of Movie Recording And Movie Playback

    Basic Operations of Movie Recording and Movie Playback Display the shooting screen. Remaining movie recording time Check the remaining amount of movie recording time. It is recommended that you display the movie frame that indicates the area that will be recorded in a movie (A77).
  • Page 91 Movie Frame Press the s button to display the movie frame (A4). Check the range of a movie in a frame before movie recording. The area that is recorded in a movie varies depending on the Movie options or Movie VR settings in the movie menu. Maximum Movie Recording Time Individual movie files cannot exceed 29 minutes in length, even when there is sufficient free space on the memory card for longer recording.
  • Page 92 Notes About Movie Recording Notes About Saving Images or Movies The indicator showing the number of exposures remaining or the indicator showing the remaining recording time flashes, or Please wait for the camera to finish recording. is displayed while images or movies are being saved. Do not open the battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover or remove the battery or memory card while an indicator is flashing.

  • Page 93: Capturing Still Images While Recording Movies

    Capturing Still Images While Recording Movies If the shutter-release button is pressed all the way while recording a movie, one frame is saved as a still image. Movie recording continues while the still image is being saved. A still image can be captured when y is displayed on the screen.

  • Page 94: Short Movie Show Mode (Combining Movie Clips To Create Short Movies)

    Short Movie Show Mode (Combining Movie Clips to Create Short Movies) The camera creates a short movie that is up to 30 seconds long (e 1080/30p or S 1080/25p) by recording and automatically combining multiple movie clips that are several seconds long. Press the d (menu) button and Number of shots configure the settings for recording...
  • Page 95 Save the short movie show. The short movie show is saved when the camera finishes recording the specified number of movie clips. To save a short movie show before the camera finishes recording the specified number of movie clips, press the d button when the shooting standby screen is displayed, and then select End recording.
  • Page 96 Operations During Movie Clip Playback To adjust the volume, move the zoom control (A2) while a movie clip is playing. Playback controls are displayed on the screen. Playback controls The operations described below can be performed by using the multi selector JK to select a control and then pressing the k button.

  • Page 97: Operations During Movie Playback

    Operations During Movie Playback To adjust the volume, move the zoom control (A2) while a movie is playing. Volume indicator Playback controls are displayed on the screen. The operations described below can be performed by using the multi selector JK to select a control and then pressing the k button.

  • Page 98: Editing Movies

    Editing Movies When editing movies, use a sufficiently charged battery to prevent the camera from turning off during editing. When the battery level indicator is B, movie editing is not possible. Extracting Only the Desired Portion of a Movie The desired portion of a recorded movie can be saved as a separate file. Play back a desired movie and pause at the start point of the portion that you want to extract (A83).

  • Page 99: Saving A Frame From A Movie As A Still Image

    Use HI to select m (save) and press Save the k button. Follow the instructions on the screen to save the movie. 3 0 s 3 0 s Notes About Movie Extracting A movie that was created by editing cannot be edited again. The actual trimmed portion of a movie may differ slightly from the portion selected using the start and end points.

  • Page 100: Connecting The Camera To A Tv, Printer, Or Computer

    Connecting the Camera to a TV, Printer, or Computer Utilizing Images ........................87 Viewing Images on a TV.....................88 Printing Images Without a Computer................89 Transferring Images to a Computer (ViewNX-i) ............93 Connecting the Camera to a TV, Printer, or Computer...

  • Page 101: Utilizing Images

    Utilizing Images In addition to using the SnapBridge app to enjoy the captured images, you can also utilize the images in various ways by connecting the camera to the devices described below. Viewing Images on a TV Images and movies captured with the camera can be viewed on a TV. Connection method: Connect a commercially available HDMI cable to the TV’s HDMI input jack.

  • Page 102: Viewing Images On A Tv

    Viewing Images on a TV Turn off the camera and connect it to the TV with a commercially available HDMI cable. Check the shape and direction of the plugs and do not insert or remove the plugs at an angle. HDMI micro connector (Type D) To HDMI jack Set the TV’s input to external input.

  • Page 103: Printing Images Without A Computer

    Printing Images Without a Computer Users of PictBridge-compatible printers can connect the camera directly to the printer and print images without using a computer. Connecting the Camera to a Printer Turn on the printer. Turn off the camera and connect it to the printer using the USB cable.

  • Page 104: Printing Images One At A Time

    Printing Images One at a Time Use the multi selector JK to select the Print selection desired image and press the k button. 15/11/2019 No. 32 Move the zoom control toward f (h) to switch to thumbnail playback or g (i) to switch to full- frame playback.

  • Page 105: Printing Multiple Images

    Printing Multiple Images When the Print selection screen is Print selection displayed, press the d (menu) 15/11/2019 No. 32 button. Use the multi selector HI to select Print menu Paper size and press the k button. Select the desired paper size and press the k Print selection button.
  • Page 106 Print selection Select images (up to 99) and the number of Print selection copies (up to 9) of each. Use the multi selector JK to select images, and use HI to specify the number of copies to be printed. Images selected for printing are indicated by a and the number of copies to be printed.

  • Page 107: Transferring Images To A Computer (Viewnx-I)

    Transferring Images to a Computer (ViewNX-i) Installing ViewNX-i ViewNX-i is Nikon software that enables you to transfer images and movies to your computer for viewing and editing. To install ViewNX-i, download the latest version of the ViewNX-i installer from the following website and follow the on-screen instructions to complete installation.
  • Page 108 Nikon Transfer 2 as the default application to open when the camera is connected to your computer. 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.
  • Page 109 After Nikon Transfer 2 starts, click Start Transfer. Start Transfer Image transfer begins. When image transfer is complete, ViewNX-i starts and the transferred images are displayed. Terminate the connection. If you are using a card reader or card slot, choose the appropriate option in the computer operating system to eject the removable disk corresponding to the memory card and then remove the memory card from the card reader or card slot.

  • Page 110: Using The Menu

    Using the Menu Menu Operations........................97 Menu Lists ..........................100 The Shooting Menu (Common Across Shooting Modes) ........104 The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)............... 106 The Smart Portrait Menu ....................115 The Movie Menu ........................ 117 The Playback Menu......................124 The Network Menu ......................

  • Page 111: Menu Operations

    Menu Operations You can press the d (menu) button to display the menu screen and change the camera’s settings. The displayed menu varies depending on the status of the camera (during shooting or playback). Menu items are categorized by the icons on the left side of the screen. When shooting During playback Shooting menu...
  • Page 112 Press HI to change menu Set up Time zone and date categories. Monitor settings Date stamp Self-timer: after release Photo VR AF assist Press the k button to confirm Time zone and date the menu category. Monitor settings Menu items corresponding to the Date stamp selected menu category are displayed.

  • Page 113: The Image Selection Screen

    The Image Selection Screen When an image selection screen such as the one Protect shown on the right is displayed while operating the camera menu, follow the procedures described below to select the images. Back Use the multi selector JK to select the Protect desired image.

  • Page 114: Menu Lists

    Menu Lists The Shooting Menu Enter shooting mode M d button Common Options Option Default setting P 4608×3456 Image mode For A (Auto) Mode Option Default setting White balance Auto Continuous Single ISO sensitivity Auto AF area mode Target finding AF Autofocus mode Pre-focus For Smart Portrait Mode...

  • Page 115: The Movie Menu

    The Movie Menu Enter shooting mode M d button M select D (movie menu) M k button Option Default setting e 1080/30p or S 1080/25p Movie options Autofocus mode Single AF Movie VR On (hybrid) Wind noise reduction Frame rate –...

  • Page 116: The Network Menu

    The Network Menu Press the d button M select J (network menu) M k button Option Airplane mode Choose connection Connect to smart device Connection to remote Send while shooting Wi-Fi Bluetooth Restore default settings Using the Menu Menu Lists...

  • Page 117: The Setup Menu

    The Setup Menu Press the d button M select z (setup) M k button Option Time zone and date Monitor settings Date stamp Self-timer: after release Photo VR AF assist Digital zoom Sound settings Auto off Format card/Format memory Language Image comment Copyright information Location data display...

  • Page 118: The Shooting Menu (Common Across Shooting Modes)

    The Shooting Menu (Common Across Shooting Modes) Image Mode (Image Size and Quality) Enter shooting mode M d button M Image mode M k button Select the combination of image size and compression ratio to be used when saving images. The higher the image mode setting, the larger the size at which it can be printed, and the lower the compression ratio, the higher the quality of the images, but the number of images that can be saved is reduced.
  • Page 119 Number of Images That Can Be Saved The approximate number of images that can be saved can be checked on the screen when shooting (A17). Note that due to JPEG compression, the number of images that can be saved may vary greatly depending on the image content, even when using memory cards with the same capacity and the same image mode setting.

  • Page 120: The Shooting Menu (For A (Auto) Mode)

    The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) White Balance (Adjusting Hue) Rotate the mode dial to A M d button M select A (shooting menu) M White balance M k button Adjust white balance to suit the light source or weather conditions in order to make the colors in images match what you see with your eyes.
  • Page 121 Using Preset Manual Follow the procedures described below to measure the white balance value under the lighting used during shooting. Place a white or gray reference object under the lighting that will be used during shooting. Use the multi selector HI to select White balance Preset manual, and press the k Auto...

  • Page 122: Continuous Shooting

    Continuous Shooting Rotate the mode dial to A M d button M select A (shooting menu) M Continuous M k button Option Description U Single One image is captured each time the shutter-release button is pressed. (default setting) While the shutter-release button is held all the way down, images are captured continuously.
  • Page 123 Notes About Continuous Shooting Focus, exposure and white balance are fixed at the values determined with the first shot in each series. It may take some time to save the images after shooting. When ISO sensitivity increases, noise may appear in captured images. The frame rate may become slower depending on the current image mode setting, memory card type or shooting conditions.

  • Page 124: Iso Sensitivity

    ISO Sensitivity Rotate the mode dial to A M d button M select A (shooting menu) M ISO sensitivity M k button A higher ISO sensitivity allows darker subjects to be captured. Additionally, even with subjects of similar brightness, pictures can be taken at faster shutter speeds, and blurring caused by camera shake and subject movement can be reduced.

  • Page 125: Af Area Mode

    AF Area Mode Rotate the mode dial to A M d button M select A (shooting menu) M AF area mode M k button Set how the camera selects the focus area for autofocus. Option Description When the camera detects a human face, it focuses on that face.
  • Page 126 Option Description The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame. y Center 2 5 m 0 s 2 5 m 0 s 5 0 0 5 0 0 Focus area Use this function to take pictures of moving subjects. Register the subject on which the camera focuses.
  • Page 127 Using Subject Tracking Rotate the mode dial to A M d button M select A (shooting menu) M AF area mode M k button M s Subject tracking M k button M d button Register a subject. Align the subject that you want to track with the border in the center of the frame and press the k button.

  • Page 128: Autofocus Mode

    Autofocus Mode Rotate the mode dial to A M d button M select A (shooting menu) M Autofocus mode M k button Set how the camera focuses when shooting still images. Option Description The camera focuses only when the shutter-release button is A Single AF pressed halfway.

  • Page 129: The Smart Portrait Menu

    The Smart Portrait Menu See “Image Mode (Image Size and Quality)” (A104) for information about Image mode. Self-Collage Rotate the mode dial to F M d button M select F (smart portrait) M Self-Collage M k button Option Description Set the number of shots that the camera automatically captures Number of shots (number of captured images for an aggregated image).

  • Page 130: Blink Proof

    Blink Proof Rotate the mode dial to F M d button M select F (smart portrait) M Blink proof M k button Option Description The camera automatically releases the shutter twice with every shot and saves one image in which the subject’s eyes are open.

  • Page 131: The Movie Menu

    The Movie Menu Movie Options Enter shooting mode M d button M select D (movie menu) M Movie options M k button Select the desired movie option to record. Select normal speed movie options to record at normal speed, or HS movie options (A118) to record in slow or fast motion. The movie options that can be selected vary depending on the Frame rate setting (A123).
  • Page 132 HS Movie Options Recorded movies are played back in fast or slow motion. See “Recording Movies in Slow Motion and Fast Motion (HS Movie)” (A120). Image size Option Aspect ratio Description (horizontal to vertical) 1/4-speed slow motion movies 640 × 480 f HS 480/4×...
  • Page 133 Playing Back in Slow Motion and Fast Motion When recording at normal speed: Recording 10 s time Playback 10 s time When recording at f HS 480/4×: Movies are recorded at 4× normal speed. They are played back in slow motion at 4× slower speed. Recording 10 s time...
  • Page 134 Recording Movies in Slow Motion and Fast Motion (HS Movie) Enter shooting mode M d button M select D (movie menu) M Movie options M k button Movies recorded using HS movie can be played back in slow motion at 1/4 of the normal playback speed, or in fast motion at twice the normal playback speed.

  • Page 135: Autofocus Mode

    Autofocus Mode Enter shooting mode M d button M select D (movie menu) M Autofocus mode M k button Set how the camera focuses when recording movies. Option Description Focus is locked when movie recording starts. A Single AF Select this option when the distance between the camera and the (default setting) subject will remain fairly consistent.

  • Page 136: Movie Vr

    Movie VR Enter shooting mode M d button M select D (movie menu) M Movie VR M k button Select the vibration reduction setting used when recording movies. Select Off when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during recording. Option Description Performs optical compensation for camera shake using the lens...

  • Page 137: Wind Noise Reduction

    Wind Noise Reduction Enter shooting mode M d button M select D (movie menu) M Wind noise reduction M k button Option Description Reduces the sound that is produced when wind passes over the Y On microphone during movie recording. Other sounds may become difficult to hear during playback.

  • Page 138: The Playback Menu

    The Playback Menu See “Editing Images (Still Images)” (A69) for information about image editing functions. Mark for Upload Press the c button to enter playback mode M d button M Mark for upload M k button Select still images on the camera’s playback screen to automatically upload them to a smart device.

  • Page 139: Slide Show

    Slide Show Press the c button to enter playback mode M d button M Slide show M k button Play back images one by one in an automated “slide show.” When movie files are played back in the slide show, only the first frame of each movie is displayed. Use the multi selector HI to select Slide show Start and press the k button.

  • Page 140: Protect

    Protect Press the c button to enter playback mode M d button M Protect M k button The camera protects selected images from accidental deletion. Select images to protect or cancel protection from the image selection screen (A99). Note that formatting the memory card or the camera’s internal memory permanently deletes all data including protected files (A141).

  • Page 141: Copy (Copy Between The Memory Card And Internal Memory)

    Copy (Copy Between the Memory Card and Internal Memory) Press the c button to enter playback mode M d button M Copy M k button Images can be copied between a memory card and the internal memory. When a memory card that contains no images is inserted and the camera is switched to playback mode, Memory contains no images.

  • Page 142: Sequence Display

    Sequence Display Press the c button to enter playback mode M d button M Sequence display M k button Select the method used to display images in the sequence (A67). Option Description Displays each image in a sequence individually. F is Q Individual pictures displayed on the playback screen.

  • Page 143: The Network Menu

    The Network Menu Press the d button M select J (network menu) M k button Configure settings when establishing a wireless connection between the camera and a smart device, or the camera and ML-L7 Remote Control (available separately). Connecting to a Smart Device When you connect to a smart device, you can upload images captured with the camera to the smart device or operate the camera remotely with the smart device.

  • Page 144: Network Menu List

    Network Menu List Some options cannot be set while a wireless connection is established. To set them, disconnect the wireless connection. Option Description Airplane mode Select On to turn off all wireless connections. Select whether to connect the camera to Smart device Choose connection (default setting) or Remote control.
  • Page 145 Option Description Connection Select Enable or Disable for Bluetooth communication. Display smart devices that have been paired. You can change the smart device to connect with, or Paired delete paired smart devices. devices This camera can be paired with up to five smart devices Bluetooth (only one device can be connected at a time).

  • Page 146: Operating The Text Input Keyboard

    Operating the Text Input Keyboard Use the multi selector HIJK to select Text field alphanumeric characters. Press the k button to enter the selected character in the text field and SSID move the cursor to the next space. To move the cursor in the text field, select N or O on the keyboard, and press the k button.

  • Page 147: The Setup Menu

    The Setup Menu Time Zone and Date Press the d button M select z (setup) M Time zone and date M k button Set the camera clock. Option Description Select a field: Press the multi Date and time selector JK. Edit the date and time: Press HI.
  • Page 148 Setting the Time Zone Use the multi selector HI to select Time zone and date Time zone and press the k button. Date and time Date format Time zone London, Casablanca 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 9 1 5 : 3 0 Select w Home time zone or x Travel Time zone destination and press the k button.

  • Page 149: Monitor Settings

    Monitor Settings Press the d button M select z (setup) M Monitor settings M k button Option Description The descriptions of functions are displayed while changing the Help display shooting mode or while the setting screen is displayed. Default setting: On Set whether or not to display the captured image immediately after Image review shooting.

  • Page 150: Date Stamp

    Date Stamp Press the d button M select z (setup) M Date stamp M k button The shooting date and time can be stamped on images when shooting. 15.11.2019 15.11.2019 Option Description f Date Date is stamped on images. S Date and time Date and time are stamped on images.

  • Page 151: Self-Timer: After Release

    Self-timer: After Release Press the d button M select z (setup) M Self-timer: after release M k button Set whether to cancel the self-timer after using it to shoot (A49). Option Description The self-timer is canceled after shooting. After shooting in Multiple exp. Lighten or Moon scene mode, self-timer is set to n3s (3 seconds).

  • Page 152: Photo Vr

    Photo VR Press the d button M select z (setup) M Photo VR M k button Select the vibration reduction setting used when shooting still images. Select Off when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting. Option Description g On Performs compensation for camera shake using lens shift VR.

  • Page 153: Digital Zoom

    Digital Zoom Press the d button M select z (setup) M Digital zoom M k button Option Description Digital zoom is enabled. (default setting) Digital zoom is disabled. Notes About Digital Zoom Digital zoom cannot be used in the following shooting modes: - Night landscape, Night portrait, Backlighting (when HDR is set to On), Portrait, Multiple exp.

  • Page 154: Auto Off

    Auto Off Press the d button M select z (setup) M Auto off M k button Set the amount of time that elapses before the camera enters standby mode (A19). You can select 30 s, 1 min (default setting), 5 min, or 30 min. Setting the Auto Off Function The time that passes before the camera enters standby mode is fixed in the following situations:...

  • Page 155: Format Card/Format Memory

    Format Card/Format Memory Press the d button M select z (setup) M Format card/Format memory M k button Use this option to format a memory card or the internal memory. Formatting the memory cards or internal memory permanently deletes all data.

  • Page 156: Image Comment

    Image Comment Press the d button M select z (setup) M Image comment M k button Attach a comment that was previously registered to images that will be captured. You can imprint the attached comment to images that will be sent to a smart device using the SnapBridge app.

  • Page 157: Copyright Information

    Attach copyright info setting. Also, make sure that the artist name and copyright owner name are blank. Nikon is not responsible for any kind of trouble or damage resulting from the use of Copyright information.

  • Page 158: Location Data Display

    Location Data Display Press the d button M select z (setup) M Location data display M k button Use this option to display the location information obtained from the smart device. Obtaining Location Information from a Smart Device For connections with smart devices or use of the SnapBridge app, see the included “SnapBridge Connection Guide”...

  • Page 159: Charge By Computer

    Charge by Computer Press the d button M select z (setup) M Charge by computer M k button Option Description When the camera is connected to a computer that is running (A93), the battery inserted into the camera is automatically charged using a Auto power supplied by the computer.

  • Page 160: Reset All

    Reset All Press the d button M select z (setup) M Reset all M k button When Reset is selected, the camera’s settings are restored to their default values. The network menu settings are also restored to their default values. Some settings, such as Time zone and date or Language, are not reset.

  • Page 161: If There Is A Problem

    If There Is a Problem Troubleshooting ........................148 Error Messages ........................157 If There Is a Problem...

  • Page 162: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If the camera fails to function as expected, check the following before consulting your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. Turning off the camera once may solve the issue. If you cannot find a relevant entry, also check “Error Messages” (A157) or the Nikon website for your region.
  • Page 163 Problem Cause/Solution Confirm all connections. When connected to a computer, the camera may not charge for any of the reasons described below. - Off is selected for Charge by computer in the setup menu. - Battery charging stops if the camera is turned off. –...
  • Page 164 Problem Cause/Solution Screen for setting The clock battery is exhausted; all settings were restored to time zone and their default values. Configure the camera settings again. date is displayed The internal clock battery is used to power the camera when the camera clock and to retain certain settings.
  • Page 165 Problem Cause/Solution Use the flash. Increase the ISO sensitivity value. Images are Enable Photo VR when shooting still images. Enable 122, blurred. Movie VR when recording movies. Use a tripod to stabilize the camera (using the self-timer at the same time is more effective). Bright specks appear in images Flash is reflecting off particles in the air.
  • Page 166 Problem Cause/Solution The flash is lowered, or a shooting mode that restricts 19, 47, the flash is selected. The flash window is blocked. Images are too The subject is beyond the range of the flash. dark Adjust exposure compensation. (underexposed). Increase ISO sensitivity.
  • Page 167 Playback Issues Problem Cause/Solution This camera may not be able to play back images saved with another make or model of digital camera. File cannot be This camera may not be able to play back movies saved – played back. with another make or model of digital camera.
  • Page 168 External Device Issues Problem Cause/Solution When establishing a wireless connection for the – first time, see the included “SnapBridge Connection Guide”. Cannot select Use a sufficiently charged battery. – Connect to smart Insert a memory card with sufficient free space into device.
  • Page 169 Problem Cause/Solution You can upload automatically through the auto link feature only when connected through Bluetooth. To upload automatically, set the following. - Network menu M Send while shooting M Still images in the camera: Yes - A tab of the SnapBridge app M Auto link M –...
  • Page 170 The camera is not recognized by the computer. – camera is connected The computer is not set to start Nikon Transfer 2 – to a computer. automatically. For more information about Nikon Transfer 2, refer to help information contained in ViewNX-i.

  • Page 171: Error Messages

    Error Messages Refer to the table below if an error message is displayed. If you cannot find a relevant entry, also check “Troubleshooting” (A148). Display Cause/Solution Battery temperature is elevated. The camera The camera turns off automatically. Wait until the will turn off.
  • Page 172 Turn the camera off and operation will return to normal. then on again. If the error persists even after turning the camera off and then on again, contact your retailer or Nikon- authorized service representative. An error occurred while communicating with the Communications error printer.
  • Page 173 Display Cause/Solution Remove the jammed paper, select Resume, and Printer error: paper jam. – press the k button to resume printing.* Printer error: out of Load the specified size of paper, select Resume, and – press the k button to resume printing.* paper.

  • Page 174: Technical Notes

    Technical Notes Notices........................... 161 Notes About Wireless Communication Functions ..........163 Caring for the Product ..................... 166 The Camera ......................... 166 The Battery ........................167 The Charging AC Adapter..................168 Memory Cards......................169 Cleaning and Storage ...................... 170 Cleaning ........................170 Storage .........................

  • Page 175: Notices

    Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help. CAUTIONS Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Nikon Corporation may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Technical Notes Notices...
  • Page 176 Interface Cables Use the interface cables sold or provided by Nikon for your equipment. Using other interface cables may exceed the limits of Class B Part 15 of the FCC rules. Nikon Inc., 1300 Walt Whitman Road, Melville, New York 11747-3064, U.S.A.

  • Page 177: Notes About Wireless Communication Functions

    (products purchased in the EU or EFTA can be used anywhere within the EU and EFTA). Nikon does not accept liability for use in other countries. Users who are unsure as to the original country of sale should consult with their local Nikon service center or Nikon-authorized service representative.
  • Page 178 Precautions when Exporting or Carrying This Product Abroad This product is controlled by the United States Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The permission of the United States government is not required for export to countries other than the following, which as of this writing are subject to embargo or special controls: Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Sudan, and Syria (list subject to change).
  • Page 179 Notice for Customers in Europe Declaration of Conformity (Europe) Hereby, Nikon Corporation declares that the radio equipment type COOLPIX B600 is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: https://imaging.nikon.com/support/pdf/DoC_N1811.pdf.

  • Page 180: Caring For The Product

    Caring for the Product Observe the precautions described below in addition to the warnings in “For Your Safety” (Avi–ix) when using or storing the device. The Camera Do Not Apply Strong Impact to the Camera The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shock or vibration. In addition, do not touch or apply force to the lens.

  • Page 181: The Battery

    If you notice any abnormalities such as excessive heat, smoke, or an unusual smell coming from the battery, immediately discontinue use and consult your retailer or Nikon- authorized service representative. After removing the battery from the camera or optional battery charger, put the battery in a plastic bag, etc.

  • Page 182: The Charging Ac Adapter

    Battery Terminals Dirt on the battery terminals may prevent the camera from functioning. Should the battery terminals become dirty, wipe them off with a clean, dry cloth before use. Charging an Exhausted Battery Turning the camera on or off while an exhausted battery is inserted in the camera may result in reduced battery life.

  • Page 183: Memory Cards

    Memory Cards Precautions for Use Use only Secure Digital memory cards (A181). Be sure to follow the precautions described in the documentation included with the memory card. If the write-protect switch of the memory card is locked, you cannot shoot, delete images, or format the memory card. Do not put labels or stickers on memory cards.

  • Page 184: Cleaning And Storage

    Cleaning and Storage Cleaning Do not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals. Avoid touching glass parts with your fingers. Remove dust or lint with a blower (typically a small device with a rubber bulb attached to one end that is pumped to produce a stream of air out the other end).

  • Page 185: File Names

    File Names Images or movies are assigned file names as follows. File name: DSCN 0001 .JPG Not shown on the screen of the camera. DSCN: Original still images, movies, still images created by the movie editing function SSCN: Small picture copies (1) Identifier RSCN: Cropped copies FSCN: Images created by an image editing function other than...

  • Page 186: Accessories

    Accessories MH-65 Battery Charger Charging time is about 2 hours and 30 minutes for a fully exhausted Battery charger battery. EH-62F AC Adapter (connect as shown) AC adapter Make sure that the power connector cable is fully inserted in the power connector slot before inserting the AC adapter into the battery chamber.

  • Page 187: Ml-L7 Remote Control

    You can pair (A175) the separately available ML-L7 Remote Control with the camera, and use it to operate the camera. The operations described in “Parts and Functions of the Remote Control (for COOLPIX B600)” (A173) can be performed when shooting with this camera.
  • Page 188 (apply selection) button Applies the selected item. w1 (Function 1) / w2 Cannot be used with this camera. (Function 2) buttons Status Lamp on the Remote Control (for COOLPIX B600) Color Status Description Remote control is searching for a...
  • Page 189 Pairing the Camera and Remote Control Before using the remote control for the first time, it must be paired with the camera. Make sure that the remaining battery level is sufficient. Press the d button on the camera. Press the multi selector J, use HI to select J (network menu), and press the k button.
  • Page 190 Press and hold (for at least 3 seconds) the power button on the remote control. Pairing starts for the camera and remote control. During the process, the status lamp on the remote control flashes about every 0.5 seconds. When pairing is complete, a connection is established between the camera and the remote control.

  • Page 191: Specifications

    Specifications Nikon COOLPIX B600 Digital Camera Type Compact digital camera 16.0 million (Image processing may reduce the number of Number of effective pixels effective pixels.) Image sensor 1/2.3-in. type CMOS; approx. 16.76 million total pixels Lens NIKKOR lens with 60× optical zoom 4.3–258 mm (angle of view equivalent to that of...
  • Page 192 Image size 16 M (High) 4608×3456P, 16 M 4608×3456, Still images 8 M 3264×2448, 4 M 2272×1704, 2 M 1600×1200, VGA 640×480, 16:9 12 M 4608×2592, 1:1 3456×3456 1080/30p, 1080/25p, 1080/60i, 1080/50i, 720/30p, 720/25p, Movies 480/30p, 480/25p, HS 480/4×, HS 1080/0.5× ISO sensitivity ISO 125–1600 (Standard output...
  • Page 193 Bluetooth Communication Bluetooth Specification Version 4.1 protocols Bluetooth: 2402–2480 MHz Operating frequency Bluetooth Low Energy: 2402–2480 MHz Maximum output Bluetooth: 3.1 dBm (EIRP) power Bluetooth Low Energy: 2.12 dBm (EIRP) One EN-EL12 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery (included) Power sources EH-62F AC Adapter (available separately) Approx.
  • Page 194 D AC, E DC, F Class II equipment (The construction of the product is double-insulated.) Nikon will not be held liable for any errors this manual may contain. The appearance of this product and its specifications are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 195: Memory Cards That Can Be Used

    United States and/or other countries. ® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Nikon Corporation is under license. Apple®, App Store®, the Apple logos, Mac, OS X, macOS, iPhone®, iPad®, iPod touch®...
  • Page 196 Alliance. All other trade names mentioned in this manual or the other documentation provided with your Nikon product are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Use of the Made for Apple badge means that an accessory has been designed to connect specifically to the Apple products identified in the badge, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards.

  • Page 197: Index

    Index AF-assist illuminator........2 Symbols Airplane mode ....... 102, 130 A Auto mode........24, 25 App..............130 B Scene auto selector mode Auto flash ............48 .............. 24, 27, 28 Auto mode ..........24, 25 o Backlighting mode.... 24, 27, 30 Auto off........
  • Page 198 Connect to smart device..102, 130 Firmware version ......103, 146 Connection to remote ....102, 130 Fixed range auto........110 Connector cover......3, 13, 87 Flash............2, 19, 47 Continuous ........100, 108 Flash mode..........46, 47 Copy ............101, 127 Flash-ready indicator........
  • Page 199 Interval ............. 115 ISO sensitivity........100, 110 Paper size..........90, 91 Party/indoor f ........27, 32 Pet portrait auto release......34 Landscape c ..........27 Pet portrait O ........27, 34 Language ........... 103, 141 Photo VR..........103, 138 Lens.............. 2, 177 PictBridge ..........
  • Page 200 Send while shooting ....102, 130 Time zone..........15, 133 Sequence ..........21, 67 Time zone and date.... 14, 103, 133 Sequence display ....67, 101, 128 Tone level............9 Setup menu........97, 133 Tone level information......4, 9 Shooting ......... 17, 24, 76 Tripod socket.........
  • Page 201 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. CT9A02(11) 6MQ01911-02 2019...

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