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User's Manual
For advanced use of the camera, read the Reference Manual
(in pdf format) which is available in many languages including
Hindi, Bengali, Tamil, Marathi and Telugu.
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See the reverse side for information to download the file.

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  • Page 1 DIGITAL CAMERA User's Manual For advanced use of the camera, read the Reference Manual (in pdf format) which is available in many languages including Hindi, Bengali, Tamil, Marathi and Telugu. See the reverse side for information to download the file.
  • Page 3 Introduction Parts of the Camera and Main Functions The Basics of Shooting and Playback Shooting Features Playback Features Recording and Playing Back Movies General Camera Setup 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 P530 digital camera. Before using the camera, please read the information in “For Your Safety” (Avii-ix) and familiarize yourself with the information provided in this manual. After reading, please keep this manual handy and refer to it to enhance your enjoyment of your new camera.

  • Page 5: About This Manual

    “Parts of the Camera and Main Functions” (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 Disposing of Data Storage Devices Please note that deleting images or formatting data storage devices such as memory cards or built-in camera memory does not completely erase the original image data. Deleted files can sometimes be recovered from discarded storage devices using commercially available software, potentially resulting in the malicious use of personal image data.

  • Page 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 • Do not expose the battery to flame wires become exposed, take it to a or to excessive heat. Nikon-authorized service • Do not immerse in or expose to representative for inspection. water. Failure to observe these precautions could result in fire or electric shock.
  • Page 11 Do not use wireless network functions and output jacks, use only the cables while in the air. provided or sold by Nikon for the Follow the instructions of the hospital purpose, to maintain compliance with when using while in a hospital.

  • Page 12: Notices

    15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are modifications made to this device 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 State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES Wash hands after handling. ACCORDING TO THE Nikon Inc., INSTRUCTIONS. 1300 Walt Whitman Road, This symbol indicates that Melville, New York 11747-3064 electrical and electronic...

  • Page 14: 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 Parts of the Camera and Main Functions............1 The Camera Body........................
  • Page 15 Tips and Notes ............................37 Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting)......... 46 j, k, l, m Modes (Setting the Exposure for Shooting) ......... 48 The Control Range of the Shutter Speed................... 52 M (User Settings) Mode ......................53 Saving Settings in M Mode (Save User Settings)..............54 Functions That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector..........
  • Page 16 Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer......93 Connection Methods......................93 Using ViewNX 2 ........................95 Installing ViewNX 2 ..........................95 Transferring Images to the Computer ..................96 Viewing Images............................97 Reference Section ....................E1 Using Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playback) ............. E2 Shooting with Easy Panorama....................
  • Page 17 Metering ..............................E32 Continuous Shooting ........................E33 ISO Sensitivity ............................. E37 Exposure Bracketing........................E38 AF Area Mode............................. E39 Autofocus Mode..........................E42 Flash Exp. Comp..........................E42 Noise Reduction Filter........................E43 Active D-Lighting ..........................E43 Multiple Exposure..........................E44 Zoom Memory........................... E46 Startup Zoom Position........................
  • Page 18 Toggle Av/Tv Selection ........................ E72 Reset File Numbering ........................E72 Blink Warning............................E73 Eye-Fi Upload............................E74 Peaking ..............................E75 Reset All ..............................E75 Firmware Version ..........................E75 Error Messages......................... E76 File Names ......................... E80 Optional Accessories ..................... E81 Technical Notes and Index................F1 Caring for the Products.....................

  • Page 19: Parts Of The Camera And Main Functions

    Parts of the Camera and Main Functions The Camera Body Flash raised 13 14 HDMI mini connector (Type C)..93 Eyelet for camera strap ....... 6 Connector cover........93 Power switch/power-on lamp ... 22 Power connector cover (for w (function) button ......4 ....
  • Page 20 10 11 12 13 c (playback) button ...... 32 Speaker ........82, 89, 91 d (menu) button Diopter adjustment control....7 ..........8, 68, 82, 89, 91 Electronic viewfinder......7 l (delete) button ...... 33, 90 x (monitor) button ......7 k (apply selection) button b (e movie-record) button ..............3, 5, 8 ................85...

  • Page 21: Principle Functions Of The Controls

    Principle Functions of the Controls For Shooting Control Main Function Change the shooting mode. Mode dial Move toward g (i) (telephoto) to zoom in closer to the subject, and move toward f (h) (wide-angle) to zoom out and view a larger area.
  • Page 22 Control Main Function Start and stop movie recording. b (e movie-record) button When the shooting mode is j, k, l, m or Display or close the setting menus such as Continuous or Vibration reduction. w (function) button Switch between the monitor and viewfinder. 7 x (monitor) button Play back images.
  • Page 23 Control Main Function • Switch the monitor display between the histogram, tone level and shooting information display and full-frame playback. • Display individual images of a sequence in full-frame playback mode. • Scroll an image shot with Easy panorama. • Play back movies. k (apply selection) •...

  • Page 24: Attaching The Camera Strap And Lens Cap

    Attaching the Camera Strap and Lens Cap Attach the Lens Cap LC-CP24 to the strap, and then attach the strap to the camera. Attach the strap at two places. Lens Cap • At times when you are not shooting images, attach the lens cap to the lens to protect it.

  • Page 25: Switching Between The Monitor And Viewfinder (X Button)

    Switching Between the Monitor and Viewfinder (x Button) You can use the viewfinder when bright light Viewfinder under the open sky makes it difficult to see x (monitor) the monitor. button Each press of the x button switches the display between the monitor and viewfinder. Diopter Adjustment of the Viewfinder When the image in the viewfinder is difficult to see, adjust by rotating the diopter...

  • Page 26: 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 that matches the status of the camera, such as shooting or playback menu, is displayed. Unavailable menu items are displayed in gray and cannot be selected. Shooting menu Image quality Image size...
  • Page 27 Switching Among Menu Tabs To display a different menu, such as the setup menu (A91), use the multi selector to switch to another tab. Tabs Set up Shooting menu Shooting menu Image quality Image quality Welcome screen Image size Image size Time zone and date Picture Control Picture Control...

  • Page 28: 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 (A91)).
  • Page 29 Travel destination icon ....91 Shooting mode......26, 27 Eye-Fi communication Flash mode ..........56 indicator ........92, E74 Focus mode..........61 White balance........68 Zoom indicator......29, 62 COOLPIX Picture Control....68 Focus indicator ........30 Active D-Lighting........69 Zoom memory ........70 Continuous shooting Movie options (normal mode..........44, 69 speed movies)........89 Backlighting (HDR)......42 Movie options (HS movies) ....89...
  • Page 30 1/250 1/250 F5.6 F5.6 10m 0s 10m 0s 10m 0s 10m 0s 10m 0s 10m 0s 500mm 500mm 1/250 1/250 F5.6 F5.6 9999 9999 1/250 1/250 F5.6 F5.6 9999 9999 Spot metering area......69 Focus area (target finding AF) ............69, 71, 76 Center-weighted area......69 Focus area (center/manual) View/hide histograms...
  • Page 31 For Playback Full-frame playback (A32) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 999/ 999 999/ 999 999/ 999 999/999 999/999 999/999 9999/9999 9999/9999 9999/9999 1m 0s 1m 0s 1m 0s 1m 0s 1m 0s 1m 0s 11 12 14 15 0112.JPG 0112.JPG 0112.JPG...
  • Page 32 Tone level information display (A32) 4/132 1/250 F5.6 Image quality/Image size ..... 68 Current image number/ total number of images Aperture value ........48 ISO sensitivity........69 Shutter speed........48 Exposure compensation value... 65 Shooting mode........27 White balance ........68 Tone level COOLPIX Picture Control ....

  • Page 34: The Basics Of Shooting And Playback

    The Basics of Shooting and Playback Preparation 1 Insert the Battery Open the battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover. Insert the battery. • Push the orange battery latch in the direction indicated by the arrow (1), and fully insert the battery (2). •...
  • Page 35 Removing the Battery Turn the camera off and make sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have turned off, and then open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. Move the battery latch in the direction indicated by the arrow (1) to eject the battery (2). High Temperature Caution The camera, battery, and memory card may be hot immediately after using the camera.

  • Page 36: 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. Once the two are connected, attempting to forcibly remove the plug adapter could damage the product.
  • Page 37 The charge lamp Description Flashes slowly The battery is charging. (green) When charging is complete, the charge lamp stops flashing green and turns off. About 4 hours and 10 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 38: 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. • Slide the memory card in until it clicks into place. Memory card slot Be Careful to Insert the Memory Card in Correct Direction Inserting the memory card upside down or backwards could damage the camera and...

  • Page 39: Internal Memory And Memory Cards

    Removing Memory Cards Turn the camera off and make sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have turned off, and then open the battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover. Gently push the memory card into the camera (1) to partially eject the card (2). High Temperature Caution The camera, battery, and memory card may be hot immediately after using the camera.

  • Page 40: Step 1 Turn The Camera On

    Step 1 Turn the Camera On Remove the lens cap. • See “Attaching the Camera Strap and Lens Cap“ (A6) for more information. Press the power switch. • If you are turning the camera on for the first time, see “Setting the Display Language, Date, and Time”...
  • Page 41 The Auto Off Function Flashes No operations No operations performed performed 3 min 25m 0s 25m 0s 25m 0s 1/250 1/250 1/250 F5.6 F5.6 F5.6 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 (A91).

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

    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 43 Set the date and time, and press Date and time the k button. • Select a field: Press JK (changes between D, M, Y, h, and m). 15 05 2014 • Edit the date and time: Press HI. Date and time can also be changed by rotating the multi selector or command dial.

  • Page 44: Step 2 Select A Shooting Mode

    Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode Rotate the mode dial to select a shooting mode. • A (auto) mode is used in this example. Rotate the mode dial to A. Notes About the Flash In situations where a flash is needed, such as in dark locations or when the subject is backlit, make sure to raise the flash (A56).

  • Page 45: Available Shooting Modes

    Available Shooting Modes A Auto mode (A35) Used for general shooting. y, X, s, c (Scene) modes (A36) Camera settings are optimized according to the scene that you select. • y: Press the d button and select a scene. When using Scene auto selector, 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.

  • Page 46: 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. Frame the picture. 25m 0s 25m 0s 25m 0s 1/250 1/250 F5.6 F5.6 Viewfinder By pressing the x button, you can shoot while looking through the viewfinder (A7).

  • Page 47: Using The Zoom

    Using the Zoom When you move the zoom control, the zoom Zoom out Zoom in lens position changes. • To zoom in closer to the subject: Move toward g (telephoto) • To zoom out and view a larger area: Move toward f (wide-angle) •...

  • Page 48: 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 (A10) 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 49 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 50: 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 Display the previous image an image to display.

  • Page 51: 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 Erase selected images • See “Operating the Erase Selected Images All images Screen”...
  • Page 52 Operating the Erase Selected Images Screen Use the multi selector J K to Erase selected images select an image to be deleted, and then use H to display S. • To undo the selection, press I to remove • Move the zoom control (A29) toward g Back (i) to switch to full-frame playback or f(h) to switch to thumbnail playback.

  • Page 53: Shooting Features

    Shooting Features A (Auto) Mode Used for general shooting. • The camera detects the main subject and focuses on it. If a human face is detected, the camera automatically sets focus priority on it. • See “Focusing” (A76) for more information. Functions Available in A (Auto) Mode •...

  • Page 54: 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. 1, 2 X Night landscape (A37) , s Night portrait 1, 2 (A38), c Landscape (A38) Rotate the mode dial to X, s or c and take images. y (Scene) Scene menu Scene auto selector...

  • Page 55: Tips And Notes

    To View a Description (Help Display) of Each Scene Select a scene and move the zoom control (A1) toward g (j) to view a description of that scene. To return to the original screen, move the zoom control toward g (j) again. Tips and Notes X Night landscape •...
  • Page 56 s Night portrait • Press the d button to select Y Hand-held or Z Tripod in Night portrait. • One image is captured at a slow shutter speed. Compared to using Z Tripod, when Y Hand-held is selected, the camera sets a slightly faster shutter speed in accordance with the shooting conditions to prevent camera shake.
  • Page 57 y M x Scene auto selector • When you point the camera at the subject, the camera automatically selects the optimum scene mode from the list below and adjusts the shooting settings accordingly. Portrait (close-up image of one to two persons) Portrait (shooting an image of three or more persons or shooting a composition with a large background area) Landscape...
  • Page 58 y M f Party/indoor • To avoid the effects of camera shake, hold the camera steady. Set Vibration reduction (A91) to Off in the setup menu when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting. y M k Close-up From the screen displayed after k Close-up is selected, select Noise reduction burst or Single shot.
  • Page 59 y M u Food • The focus mode (A61) setting is changed to D (macro close-up) and the camera automatically zooms to the closest position at which it can focus. • You can adjust hue by using the command dial. The hue setting is saved in the camera’s memory even after the camera is turned off.
  • Page 60 y M o Backlighting • From the screen displayed after o Backlighting is selected, HDR (high dynamic range) composition can be set. • Off (default setting): The flash fires to prevent the subject from being hidden in shadow. Shoot images with the flash raised. •...
  • Page 61 y M p Easy panorama • From the screen displayed after p Easy panorama is selected, select the shooting range from Normal (180°) (default setting) 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 62 y M 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 a dog or cat face is detected (pet portrait auto release). •...
  • Page 63 y M g Moon • You can adjust hue by using the command dial. The hue setting is saved in the camera’s memory even after the camera is turned off. • Adjust the brightness with exposure compensation (A65) according to shooting conditions such as the waxing and waning of the moon and shooting requirements.

  • Page 64: Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting)

    Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting) Effects can be applied to images during shooting. Special effects Image quality Image size Special effects Special effects Soft Nostalgic sepia Nostalgic sepia Nostalgic sepia High-contrast monochrome High-contrast monochrome High-contrast monochrome Painting Painting Painting High key High key...
  • Page 65 Option Description Keeps only a selected color and makes other colors black- and-white. • Rotate the command dial to select a color that you want to retain from the slider. Selective color • Press the k button to hide the slider and end color selection.

  • Page 66: J, K, L, M Modes (Setting The Exposure For Shooting)

    j, k, l, m Modes (Setting the Exposure for Shooting) Images can be shot with greater control by setting the shooting menu (A68) items in addition to setting the shutter speed or aperture value manually according to shooting conditions and requirements. •...
  • Page 67 Exposure The procedure for shooting images at the desired brightness (exposure) by adjusting the shutter speed or aperture value is called “determine exposure.” The sense of dynamism and amount of background defocus in images to be shot vary depending on the combinations of shutter speed and aperture value even if the exposure is the same.
  • Page 68 j (Programmed auto) Use for automatic control of the exposure by the camera. • Different combinations of shutter speed and aperture value can be selected without changing the exposure by rotating the 25m 0s 25m 0s 25m 0s command dial (“flexible program”). While 1/250 1/250 1/250...
  • Page 69 Notes About Shooting • When zooming is performed after the exposure is set, exposure combinations or aperture value may be changed. • When the subject is too dark or too bright, it may not be possible to obtain the appropriate exposure. In such cases, the shutter speed indicator or aperture value indicator flashes when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway (except when the m mode is used).

  • Page 70: The Control Range Of The Shutter Speed

    The Control Range of the Shutter Speed The control range of the shutter speed differs depending on the zoom position, aperture, or ISO sensitivity setting. Additionally, the control range changes in the following continuous shooting settings. Setting Control range - 1 s (j, k, l modes) Auto 1/4000 Fixed range auto...

  • Page 71: M (User Settings) Mode

    M (User Settings) Mode Setting combinations that are frequently used for shooting (User settings) can be saved in M. Shooting is possible in j (programmed auto), k (shutter- priority auto), l (aperture-priority auto) or m (manual). Rotate the mode dial to M to retrieve the settings saved in Save user settings.

  • Page 72: Saving Settings In M Mode (Save User Settings)

    Saving Settings in M Mode (Save User Settings) The frequently used settings for shooting can be changed and saved in M. Rotate the mode dial to the original shooting mode. • Rotate the mode dial to j, k, l or m (A48). The flexible program (when set to j), shutter speed (when set to k or m) or aperture value (when set to l or m) will also be saved.

  • Page 73: 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. j, k, l, m, M Function Flash mode (A56) Self-timer (A59) Smile timer (A60) – 3 D Focus mode (A61) Exposure compensation (A65) Availability depends on the setting.

  • Page 74: Using The Flash

    Using the Flash You can shoot images with a flash by raising the built-in flash. You can set the flash mode to match the shooting conditions. Press the m (flash pop-up) button to raise the flash. • When the flash is lowered, flash operation is disabled and S is displayed.
  • Page 75 The Flash Lamp The status of the flash can be confirmed by pressing the shutter-release button halfway. • On: The flash fires when you press the shutter- release button all the way down. • Flashing: The flash is charging. The camera cannot shoot images.
  • Page 76 The Flash Mode Setting • The available flash modes differ depending on the shooting mode. y, X, Flash mode s, c U Auto – – – – Auto with red-eye – – – – reduction w w w w Red-eye reduction –...

  • Page 77: 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 Vibration reduction (A91) to Off in the setup menu when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting.

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

    Shooting Smiling Faces Automatically (Smile Timer) When the camera detects a smiling face, you can take an image automatically without pressing the shutter-release button. • This function can be used when the shooting mode is A (auto), j, k, l, m or M, or Portrait or Night portrait scene mode.

  • Page 79: Using Focus Mode

    Using Focus Mode Set the focus mode according to the distance to the subject. Press the multi selector I (D). Select the desired focus mode and Autofocus 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 80 Available Focus Modes Autofocus The camera automatically adjusts the focus according to the distance to the subject. Use when the distance from the subject to the lens is 50 cm (1 ft 8 in.) or more, or 2.0 m (6 ft 7 in.) or more at the maximum telephoto zoom position.

  • Page 81: Taking Images With Manual Focus

    Taking Images with Manual Focus Available when the shooting mode is j, k, l, m or M, special effects mode, or Sports or Bird-watching scene mode. Press the multi Manual focus selector I (D), select E (manual focus), and then press the k button.
  • Page 82 E (Manual Focus) • The digits displayed for the gauge on the right of the monitor in step 2 serve as a guideline for the distance to a subject that is in focus when the gauge is near the center. •...

  • Page 83: 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. +2.0 +2.0 +2.0 • To brighten the image, set a positive (+) value. -0.3 -0.3 -0.3...

  • Page 84: Default Settings

    Default Settings The default settings for each shooting mode are described below. Flash Focus Exposure Self-timer Shooting mode mode mode compensation (A59) (A56) (A61) (A65) A (auto) u (special effects) j, k, l, m M (user settings) Scene X (night landscape) s (night portrait) c (landscape) x (scene auto...
  • Page 85 Flash Focus Exposure Self-timer Shooting mode mode mode compensation (A59) (A56) (A61) (A65) p (easy panorama) O (pet portrait) g (moon) L (bird-watching) Smile timer can also be selected. E (manual focus) cannot be selected. The flash is fixed at W (off) when High ISO monochrome is selected. The setting cannot be changed.

  • Page 86: 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. Shooting menu Image quality Image size Picture Control Custom Picture Control White balance 25m 0s 25m 0s 25m 0s Metering...
  • Page 87 Option Description Allows you to set the method that the camera uses Metering to measure the brightness of the subject. • Default setting: Matrix Allows you to select single or continuous shooting. Continuous • Default setting: Single Allows you to control the camera’s sensitivity to light. •...
  • Page 88 Option Description Reset user Allows you to reset the settings saved to mode dial settings When the zoom control is moved, the zoom position (equivalent to focal length/angle of view in 35mm [135] format) is switched to the positions that have Zoom memory been selected by setting the check box to on in this menu option.

  • Page 89: Functions That Can Be Set With The Fn (Function) Button

    Functions That Can Be Set with the Fn (Function) Button The following functions can be also set by pressing the w (function) button instead of displaying the corresponding menu by pressing the d button. • This function can be used when the shooting mode is j, k, l, m or M. Image quality (A68) Continuous (A69) Image size (A68)

  • Page 90: Functions That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously

    Functions That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously Some functions cannot be used with other menu settings. Restricted Setting Description function When B (infinity) is selected, the flash is not Focus mode available. (A61) Continuous The flash is not available (except for interval timer shooting).
  • Page 91 Restricted Setting Description function Continuous Continuous and Exposure bracketing are not available simultaneously. (A69)/ Exposure bracketing (A69) When self-timer is used, a single image is shot Self-timer even if Continuous H, Continuous L, Pre- (A59) shooting cache, or BSS has been set. Continuous/ Exposure When the camera detects smiling faces and...
  • Page 92 Restricted Setting Description function Smile timer Autofocus mode option cannot be changed when the smile timer is selected. (A60) When the focus mode is set to B (infinity), the Focus mode autofocus mode operates using the Single Autofocus (A61) mode AF setting.
  • Page 93 Restricted Setting Description function Smile timer When the smile timer is selected, blink warning is not available. (A60) Continuous When an option other than Single is selected, blink warning is not available. (A69) Exposure When an option other than Off is selected, Blink warning blink warning is not available.

  • Page 94: Focusing

    Focusing The focus area varies depending on the shooting mode. Using the Target Finding AF In A (auto) mode, or when AF area mode (A69) in j, k, l, m or M mode is set to Target finding AF, the camera focuses in the manner described below when you press the shutter-release button halfway.

  • Page 95: Using Face Detection

    Using Face Detection In the following settings, the camera uses face detection to automatically focus on human faces. • s (night portrait), Scene auto selector or Portrait scene mode (A36) • a (smile timer) (A60) 25m 0s 25m 0s 25m 0s •...

  • Page 96: 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). • s (night portrait), Scene auto selector or Portrait scene mode (A36) Skin softening can also be applied to saved images (A82).

  • Page 97: Focus Lock

    Focus Lock Use focus lock to capture creative compositions even when the focus area is set to the center of the frame. Position the subject in the center of the frame and press the shutter-release button halfway. • Confirm that the focus area glows 25m 0s 25m 0s 25m 0s...

  • Page 98: Playback Features

    Playback Features Playback Zoom Moving the zoom control toward g (i) in full-frame playback mode (A32) zooms in on the image. 4/132 4/132 Displayed 0112. JPG 0112. JPG 15/05/2014 15:30 15/05/2014 15:30 area guide Image is displayed Image is zoomed in. full-frame.

  • Page 99: Thumbnail Display, Calendar Display

    Thumbnail Display, Calendar Display Moving the zoom control toward f (h) in full- frame playback mode (A32) displays images as thumbnails. 4/132 4/132 1/132 1/132 2014 05 1 2 3 12 13 14 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 25 26 27 28 29 0112.

  • Page 100: 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 playback menu settings listed below by pressing the d button (A8). Playback menu Quick retouch D-Lighting 4/132 4/132...
  • Page 101 Option Description Allows you to copy images between the internal h Copy memory and a memory card. This function can also be used to copy movies. Allows you to select whether to display only the key picture for a sequence of images captured continuously or to display the sequence as C Sequence individual images.

  • Page 102: Using The Screen For Selecting Images

    Using the Screen for Selecting Images When an image selection screen such as the one Erase selected images shown on the right is displayed while operating the camera, follow the procedures described below to select the images. Back Use the multi selector JK or rotate Erase selected images it to select the desired image.

  • Page 103: Recording And Playing Back Movies

    Recording and Playing Back Movies Recording Movies Display the shooting screen. • Check the remaining amount of movie recording time. 25m 0s 25m 0s 25m 0s 1/250 1/250 F5.6 F5.6 Movie recording time remaining Press the b (e movie-record) button to start movie recording. •...
  • Page 104 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 105 Notes About Using Zoom During Movie Recording • The zoom indicator is not displayed during movie recording. • There may be some degradation in image quality when digital zoom is used. If you zoom in on the subject while recording a movie, the zoom motion temporarily stops at the position where optical zoom is changed to digital zoom.
  • Page 106 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 (JPEG image). Movie recording continues while the still image is being saved. • The maximum number of still images that can be saved during a movie recording (10 7m23s 7m23s...

  • Page 107: 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 Press the d button M e (movie) tab (A9) The settings of the menu options listed below Movie can be configured. Movie options Autofocus mode Option Description Select the movie type.
  • Page 108 Functions Available During 7m 42s 7m 42s Playback Rotate the multi selector or the command dial to advance or rewind. Playback controls are displayed at the bottom of the monitor. The operations listed below can be performed by using the multi selector JK to select a Paused control and then pressing the k button.

  • Page 109: General Camera Setup

    General Camera Setup Functions That Can Be Set with the d Button (Setup Menu) Press the d button M z (setup) tab (A9) The settings of the menu options listed below Set up can be configured. Welcome screen Time zone and date Monitor settings Print date Vibration reduction...
  • Page 110 Option Description Format memory/ Allows you to format the internal memory or the Format card memory card. Allows you to change the camera’s display Language language. TV settings Allows you to adjust TV-connection settings. Allows you to set whether or not the battery in the Charge by camera is charged when the camera is connected computer...
  • Page 111 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. USB/audio/video output connector HDMI mini connector (Type C) Open the connector Insert the plug straight.
  • Page 112 Viewing images on a TV Images and movies captured with the camera can be viewed on a TV. Connection method: Connect the video and audio plugs of the optional Audio Video Cable EG-CP16 (E81) to the TV’s input jacks. Alternatively, connect a commercially available HDMI cable to the TV’s HDMI input jack.
  • Page 113 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 114 • 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 115 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 117 Technical Notes and Index Caring for the Products ........F2 The Camera.....................F2 The Battery....................F3 Charging AC Adapter................F4 Memory Cards..................F5 Caring for the Camera ........F6 Cleaning....................F6 Storage .....................F7 Troubleshooting..........F8 Specifications..........F16 Index ...............F22...

  • Page 118: The Camera

    Caring for the Products The Camera To ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the precautions described below in addition to the warnings in “For Your Safety” (Avii-ix) when using or storing the device. Do Not Drop The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shock or vibration.

  • Page 119: 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 120: Charging Ac Adapter

    • If the battery will not be used for some time, insert it in the camera and completely exhaust it before removing it for storage. The battery should be stored in a cool location with an ambient temperature of 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F).

  • Page 121: Memory Cards

    Memory Cards • Use only Secure Digital memory cards. See “Approved Memory Cards” (A21) for recommended memory cards. • Observe the precautions noted in the documentation included with your memory card. • Do not affix labels or stickers to the memory card. •...

  • Page 122: Caring For The Camera

    Caring for the Camera Cleaning Avoid touching glass parts with your fingers. Remove dust or lint with a blower (typically a small device with a rubber bulb attached to one end that is pumped to produce a stream of air out the other end). To Lens/ remove fingerprints or other stains that cannot be removed with a viewfinder...

  • Page 123: 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 124: 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. If the...
  • Page 125 Problem Cause/Solution • The camera automatically turns off to save power (auto off function). Camera turns off • The camera or battery has become too cold and without cannot operate properly. warning. • The inside of the camera has become hot. Leave the –...
  • Page 126 Problem Cause/Solution Print date not Time zone and date has not been set in the setup 24, 91, available. menu. Date not • The current shooting mode does not support Print imprinted on date. images even • A function that restricts the Print date function is when Print enabled.
  • Page 127 Problem Cause/Solution • When the camera is in playback mode, press the c button, shutter-release button or b (e movie- record) button. No image • When menus are displayed, press the d button. captured when • The battery is exhausted. the shutter- •...
  • Page 128 Problem Cause/Solution • A shooting mode where the flash cannot fire is Flash does not selected. fire. • A function that restricts the flash is enabled. • A function that restricts digital zoom is enabled. • Digital zoom is set to Off in the setup menu. Digital zoom •...
  • Page 129 Problem Cause/Solution Images are too bright Adjust exposure compensation. (overexposed). When taking images with V (auto with red-eye reduction) or fill flash with red-eye reduction in Night Unexpected portrait scene mode, In-Camera Red-Eye Fix may be results when applied to areas not affected by red-eye in rare cases. flash set to V 38, 56 Use any scene mode other than Night portrait, and...
  • Page 130 Problem Cause/Solution • Certain menu items are unavailable depending on Cannot select a the shooting mode. Menu items that cannot be setting/Selected selected are displayed in gray. setting is • A function that restricts the selected function is – disabled. enabled.
  • Page 131 • The camera is not recognized by the computer. – connected to a • The computer is not set to start Nikon Transfer 2 computer. automatically. For more information about Nikon Transfer 2, refer to help information contained in ViewNX 2.

  • Page 132: Specifications

    Specifications Nikon COOLPIX P530 Digital Camera Type Compact digital camera Number of effective 16.1 million pixels Image sensor 1/2.3-in. type CMOS; approx. 16.76 million total pixels Lens NIKKOR lens with 42× optical zoom 4.3-180 mm (angle of view equivalent to that of 24-...
  • Page 133 Storage Internal memory (approx. 56 MB) Media SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card File system DCF, Exif 2.3 and DPOF compliant Still pictures: JPEG Sound files (voice memo): WAV File formats Movies: MOV (Video: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, Audio: LPCM stereo) • 16 M 4608×3456 • 8 M 3264×2448 •...
  • Page 134 Built-in flash Range (approx.) [W]: 0.5 - 8.0 m (1 ft 8 in. - 26 ft) (ISO sensitivity: Auto) [T]: 1.5 - 4.5 m (5 - 14 ft) Flash control TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes Flash exposure In steps of 1/3 EV in the range between –2 and +2 EV compensation Interface Hi-Speed USB equivalent...
  • Page 135 Approx. 47 g (1.7 oz) (excluding plug adapter) Weight For Argentina: Approx. 72 g (2.6 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 136 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 137 • HDMI, HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. • All other trade names mentioned in this manual or the other documentation provided with your Nikon product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

  • Page 138: Index

    Index .MOV ........... E80 Symbols .WAV ........... E80 l Aperture-priority auto mode ............. 48, 50 k Apply selection button ....5 AC adapter......93, E81 A Auto mode ......26, 35 Active D-Lighting .... 69, E43 l Delete button AF area mode... 69, 71, E39 ......
  • Page 139 Exposure compensation..55, 65 Calendar display ........81 Exposure mode ........48 Charge by computer ..92, E71 Extension ......... E80 Charging AC adapter..18, F19 Extracting still images....E21 Choose key picture ..83, E54 Eye-Fi upload ..... 92, E74 Close-up k ..........
  • Page 140 Full-frame playback Li-ion rechargeable battery ......... 13, 32, 80, 81 ............16, F19 Low key............46 Full-time AF ...... 69, 89, E42, E58 Functions that cannot be used M exposure preview..70, E47 simultaneously........72 Macro close-up ........62 Manual focus....... 62, 63 Hand strap........
  • Page 141 Reset all........92, E75 Optical zoom .......... 29 Reset file numbering..92, E72 Optional accessories ....E81 Reset user settings......54 Rotary multi selector ..3, 4, 55 Rotate image....... 82, E51 Painting ............. 46 RSCN........... E80 Party/indoor f ........40 Peaking........
  • Page 142 Slow sync ..........57 Small picture ......82, E11 Vibration reduction Smile timer........55, 60 ........... 71, 91, E65 Soft............... 46 View grid........... E25 Sound settings....91, E67 View/hide framing grid..... 12 Special effects mode......46 Viewfinder......7, 28, F6 Specialized menu for M ....
  • Page 144 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. Please visit the Nikon website below to download the Reference Manual in English. http://nikonimglib.com/manual/ Printed in China...

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