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  • Page 1 DIGITAL CAMERA User's Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Getting the Most from Your Camera .........3 Product Documentation ..............5 For Your Safety................6 Notices.....................9 Introduction Package Contents................14 Parts of the Camera..............15 The Camera Body .................15 The Monitor....................17 The Mode Dial ..................18 First Steps..................19 Auto Mode Taking Photos in Auto Mode.............23 Live Image Control................27 Viewing Photographs ..............29 Deleting Pictures ..................30...
  • Page 3 Best Moment Capture Mode Slow View..................45 Smart Photo Selector..............47 Viewing Photos Taken with the Smart Photo Selector ..49 Choosing the Best Shot ..............49 Deleting Pictures.................. 50 Motion Snapshot Mode Shooting in Motion Snapshot Mode ........51 Viewing Motion Snapshots ............54 Deleting Motion Snapshots .............
  • Page 4 Storage and Cleaning ..............86 Storage.....................86 Cleaning....................86 Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions ......87 Troubleshooting ................91 Battery/Display..................91 Shooting (All Modes) ................92 Movies ......................92 Playback....................93 Miscellaneous..................93 Error Messages................94 Specifications ................96 Nikon 1 J3 Digital Camera ..............96 Battery Life................... 104 Index ................... 105...

  • Page 5: Getting The Most From Your Camera

    Getting the Most from Your Camera Take photos with the shutter-release button. Photos can be taken in any mode by pressing the shutter- release button. See page 18 for more information. Shutter-release button Shoot movies with the movie-record button. Movies can be recorded by pressing the movie-record but- ton in auto (0 31), creative (0 44), and advanced movie...
  • Page 6 Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon digital camera. For a complete guide to using your digital camera, see the Reference Manual (0 5). To get the most from your camera, please be sure to read this User’s Manual thoroughly and keep it where it will be read by all who use the product.

  • Page 7: Product Documentation

    Adobe website. 1 Start the computer and insert the reference manual CD. 2 Double-click the CD (Nikon 1 J3) icon in Computer or My Computer (Windows) or on the desktop (Mac OS). 3 Double-click the INDEX.pdf icon to display a language selec- tion screen and click a language to display the Reference Man- ual.

  • Page 8: For Your Safety

    For Your Safety To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equip- ment. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the product will read them.
  • Page 9 Do not remain in contact with the camera, • Do not attempt to insert the battery battery, or charger for extended periods upside down or backwards. while the devices are on or in use. Parts of • Do not expose the battery to flame the device become hot.
  • Page 10 • Keep dry. Failure to observe this jacks, use only the cables provided or precaution could result in fire or sold by Nikon for the purpose to electric shock. maintain compliance with product • Do not short the charger terminals.

  • Page 11: Notices

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

  • Page 16: Introduction Package Contents

    Introduction Package Contents Confirm that the package contains the following items: BF-N1000 body cap Nikon 1 J3 digital camera EN-EL20 MH-27 battery rechargeable charger (AC wall Li-ion battery adapter supplied in (with terminal cover) countries or regions where required; shape depends...

  • Page 17: Parts Of The Camera

    Parts of the Camera Take a few moments to familiarize yourself with camera controls and displays. You may find it helpful to bookmark this section and refer to it as you read through the rest of the manual. The Camera Body Movie-record button Flash pop-up button......
  • Page 18 The Camera Body (Continued) J button Press the multi selector up, down, left, or right (1,3, 4, or 2), or rotate it as shown above. Monitor .......... 17, 21 Memory card access lamp....25 K (playback) button ....29, 49, 54 O (delete) button....

  • Page 19: The Monitor

    The Monitor 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Battery fully charged or NO ICON partially discharged. Low battery. 25 24 Shooting mode ........18 Exposure compensation Live image control......27 Flash-ready indicator ......69 Creative mode ......32, 33 “K” (appears when memory remains Best moment capture for over 1000 exposures) selection ........

  • Page 20: The Mode Dial

    The Mode Dial The camera offers a choice of the follow- ing shooting modes: Mode dial z Motion Snapshot mode (0 51): Each time the shutter is released, the camera records a still image and about 1.6 s of movie footage. When the resulting “Motion Snapshot”...

  • Page 21: First Steps

    First Steps Attach the camera strap. Attach the strap securely to the two camera eyelets. Charge the battery. Insert the battery into the charger and plug the charger in . An exhausted battery fully charges in about two hours. Unplug the charger and remove the battery when charging is complete.
  • Page 22 Insert the battery and a memory card. Check to be sure the battery and card are in the correct orien- tation. Using the battery to keep the orange battery latch pressed to one side, slide the battery in until it latches, and then slide in the memory card until it clicks into place.
  • Page 23 Attach a lens. Be careful to prevent dust from entering the camera when the lens or body cap is removed. Mounting mark (lens) Keeping marks aligned, position lens on Mounting mark camera, then rotate until it clicks into place. (camera) Mounting mark (lens) Turn the camera on.
  • Page 24 1.10 or later is required if locking the lens barrel is to turn the cam- era off when the monitor is off; for information on updating lens firmware, visit the Nikon website for your area). Be careful not to press the retractable lens barrel button while attaching or removing the lens.

  • Page 25: Auto Mode

    Auto Mode Shoot photographs and movies. The camera automatically adjusts settings to suit the subject. Taking Photos in Auto Mode Select auto mode. Rotate the mode dial to C. Ready the camera. Hold the camera securely with both hands, being careful not to obstruct the lens, AF-assist illuminator, or microphone.
  • Page 26 Frame the photograph. Position your subject in the center of the frame. Using a Zoom Lens Use the zoom ring to zoom in on the subject so that it fills a larger area of the frame, or zoom out to increase the area visible in the final photo- graph (select longer focal lengths on the lens focal length scale to zoom in, shorter focal lengths to zoom out).
  • Page 27 Focus. Press the shutter-release button half- way to focus. If the subject is poorly lit, the flash may pop up (0 69) and the AF-assist illuminator (0 15) may light to assist the focus operation. If the camera is able to focus, the selected Focus area focus area will be highlighted in green and a beep will sound (a beep may not...
  • Page 28 Face Priority The camera detects and focuses on portrait subjects (face priority). A double yellow bor- der will be displayed if a portrait subject is detected facing the camera (if multiple faces, up to a maximum of five, are detected, the camera will select the closest subject).

  • Page 29: Live Image Control

    Live Image Control Live image controls let you preview how changes to each control will affect the final photograph. To choose a live image control for auto mode, press 1 (&), use the multi selector to highlight a control, and press J to view the effect. Rotate the multi selector to choose a set- ting and press J to select.
  • Page 30 Motion control: Suggest motion by blurring Freeze motion moving objects, or “freeze” motion to capture moving objects clearly. Blur motion Freeze motion Blur motion Brightness control: Make pictures brighter Brighter or darker. Brighter Darker Darker Live Image Control Continuous shooting is not available (0 65) and the built-in flash can not be used when live image control is in effect.

  • Page 31: Viewing Photographs

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

  • Page 32: Deleting Pictures

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

  • Page 33: Recording Movies In Auto Mode

    Recording Movies in Auto Mode In auto mode, the movie-record button can be used to shoot HD movies with sound at an aspect ratio of 16 : 9 (the movie crop is shown in the display). Press the movie-record button to start and stop recording.

  • Page 34: Creative Mode

    Creative Mode Choose creative mode when to take photos using special effects, match settings to the scene, or control shutter speed and aper- ture. Choosing a Creative Mode Select creative mode. Rotate the mode dial to w. Choose a scene. Press 1 (&) and highlight a scene using the multi selector (0 33).

  • Page 35: Choosing A Scene

    Choosing a Scene Creative mode offers a choice of the following scenes: Option Description The camera sets shutter speed and aperture for opti- mal exposure (0 35). Recommended for snapshots Programmed auto (P) and in other situations in which there is little time to adjust camera settings.
  • Page 36 Option Description Each time the shutter-release button is fully pressed, the camera takes a series of shots, some with the flash and some without, and combines them to cap- ture background lighting in portraits taken at night or under low light; during processing, a message is displayed and no pictures can be taken.

  • Page 37: Taking Photos In P, S, A, And M Modes

    Taking Photos in P, S, A, and M Modes P, S, A, and M modes offer varying degrees of control over shutter speed and aperture. Choose a mode and adjust settings accord- ing to your creative intent. P Programmed Auto In this mode, the camera automatically adjusts shutter speed and aperture for optimal exposure in most situations.

  • Page 38: S Shutter-Priority Auto

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

  • Page 39: A Aperture-Priority Auto

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

  • Page 40: M Manual

    M Manual In manual mode, you control both shutter speed and aperture. ❚❚ Choosing Shutter Speed and Aperture Adjust shutter speed and aperture with reference to the exposure indicator (see below). Press 2 to highlight shutter speed or aperture and rotate the multi selector to choose a value, then repeat for the remaining item.
  • Page 41 The Exposure Indicator When shutter speeds other than “Bulb” are selected, the exposure indi- cator shows whether the photograph would be under- or over- exposed at current settings. Optimal exposure Underexposed by Overexposed by over 2 EV...

  • Page 42: Backlighting

    Backlighting The method used to capture details in shaded areas of back-lit subjects depends on the option selected for HDR in the shoot- ing menu (0 76). Details in highlights and shadows are preserved using HDR (high dynamic range); Z appears in the display. Each time the shutter- release button is fully pressed, the camera takes two shots in quick succession and combines them to preserve details in highlights and shadows in high-contrast scenes;...

  • Page 43: Easy Panorama

    Easy Panorama Follow the steps below to shoot panoramas. During shooting, the camera focuses using auto-area AF; face detection is not available. Exposure compensation can be used, but the built-in flash will not fire. Set focus and exposure. Frame the start of the pan- orama and press the shut- ter-release button halfway.
  • Page 44 An example of how to pan the camera is shown below. With- out changing your position, pan the camera in a steady curve either horizontally or vertically. Time the pan according to the option selected for Image size in the shooting menu: about 15 seconds are needed to complete the pan when A Normal panorama is selected, about 30 seconds when B Wide panorama is selected.
  • Page 45 ❚❚ Viewing Panoramas Panoramas can be viewed by pressing 3 when a panorama is displayed full frame (0 29). The start of the panorama will be displayed with the smallest dimension filling the display and the camera will then scroll through the picture in the original pan direction.

  • Page 46: Recording Movies In Creative Mode

    Recording Movies in Creative Mode In creative mode, the movie-record but- ton can be used to shoot HD movies with sound at an aspect ratio of 16 : 9 (the corners of the movie crop are shown in the display). Press the movie-record button to start and stop recording.

  • Page 47: Best Moment Capture Mode

    Best Moment Capture Mode This mode is ideal for fast-changing, hard-to-capture subjects. Choose when to release the shutter as the scene plays back in slow motion (slow view), or let the camera choose the best shot based on composition and motion (Smart Photo Selector; 0 47). Slow View In this mode, the camera captures a short sequence of still images and plays them back in slow motion so that you can...
  • Page 48 Frame the photograph. Compose the photograph with your subject in the center of the frame. Press the shutter-release button halfway. The camera will focus (0 25) and then, over a span of about 1.3 s, record 20 frames to a temporary memory buffer. View the buffer contents.

  • Page 49: Smart Photo Selector

    Smart Photo Selector Choose Smart Photo Selector mode to let the camera help you take photos that capture a fleeting expression on the face of a portrait subject or other hard-to-time shots such as group pho- tos in party scenes. Each time the shutter is released, the camera automatically selects the best shot and a number of best shot candidates based on composition and motion.
  • Page 50 Frame the photograph. Compose the photograph with your subject in the center of the frame. Begin buffering photographs. Press the shutter-release button half- way to focus (0 25). An icon will be displayed as the camera begins recording images to the memory buffer.

  • Page 51: Viewing Photos Taken With The Smart Photo Selector

    Viewing Photos Taken with the Smart Photo Selector Press K and use the multi selector to display photographs taken with the Smart Photo Selector (0 29; pictures taken with the Smart Photo Selector are indicated by a y icon). Of the photo- graphs recorded by the Smart Photo K button Selector, only the best shot will be dis-...

  • Page 52: Deleting Pictures

    Deleting Pictures Pressing O when a picture taken with the Smart Photo Selector is selected displays a confirmation dialog; press O again to delete the best shot and the best shot candidates, or press K to exit without deleting the pictures. Note that once O button deleted, pictures can not be recovered.

  • Page 53: Motion Snapshot Mode

    Motion Snapshot Mode Record brief movie vignettes with your photographs. Each time the shutter is released, the camera records a still image and about 1.6 s of movie footage. When the resulting “Motion Snap- shot” is viewed on the camera, the movie will play back in slow motion over approximately 4 s, followed by the still image;...
  • Page 54 Begin buffering. Press the shutter-release button half- way to focus (0 25). An icon will be displayed as the camera begins recording footage to the memory buffer. Shoot. Smoothly press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down. The camera will record a photograph, together with about 1.6 s of movie footage beginning before and ending...
  • Page 55 ❚❚ Choosing a Theme To choose the background music for the movie, press 1 (&) and use the multi selector and J button to select from Beauty, Waves, Relaxation, and Tender- ness. To play the background music for the highlighted theme, press 2 and rotate the multi selector to adjust volume.

  • Page 56: Viewing Motion Snapshots

    Viewing Motion Snapshots Press K and use the multi selector to dis- play a Motion Snapshot (0 29; Motion Snapshots are indicated by a z icon). Pressing 3 when a Motion Snapshot is displayed plays back the movie portion in slow motion over a period of about 4 s, K button followed by the photo;...

  • Page 57: Recording And Viewing Movies

    Recording and Viewing Movies The camera can record high-definition (HD) movies with an aspect ratio of 16 : 9 and slow-motion movies with an aspect ratio of 8 : 3. Movies can be recorded by pressing the movie-record button in the following shooting modes: Movie-record button Mode...

  • Page 58: Recording Hd Movies

    Recording HD Movies Record movies with sound at an aspect ratio of 16 : 9. Choose a shooting mode. Rotate the mode dial to choose a shooting mode. Note that best moment capture and Motion Snap- shot modes do not support HD movie recording.
  • Page 59 Start recording. Press the movie-record button to begin recording. A recording indica- tor, the time elapsed, and the time available are displayed while record- ing is in progress. Audio Recording Movie-record button Be careful not to cover the microphone Recording indicator/ and note that the built-in microphone Time elapsed may record sounds made by the camera...
  • Page 60 The Movie Crop The movie crop is shown in the monitor. HD crop (16 : 9) Slow-motion movie crop (8 : 3) Focus Lock If Single AF is selected for Focus mode in the movie menu for advanced movie mode, focus will lock while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway (0 77).
  • Page 61 ❚❚ Taking Photographs During HD Movie Recording Press the shutter-release button all the way down to take a photograph without interrupting HD movie recording. Photo- graphs taken during movie recording have an aspect ratio of 3 : 2. Taking Photographs During Movie Recording Up to 20 photographs can be taken with each movie shot.

  • Page 62: Recording Slow-Motion Movies

    Recording Slow-Motion Movies Silent slow-motion movies with an aspect ratio of 8 : 3 can be recorded by selecting y Slow motion from the 1 (&) button menu in advanced movie mode. Slow-motion movies are recorded at 400 fps and play back at about 30 fps. Select advanced movie mode.
  • Page 63 Focus. Focus area Start recording. Press the movie-record button to begin recording. A recording indica- tor, the time elapsed, and the time available are displayed while record- ing is in progress. The camera focuses on the subject at the center of the dis- Movie-record button play;...
  • Page 64 End recording. Press the movie-record button again to end recording. Recording will end automatically when the maximum length is reached, the memory card is full, another mode is selected, the lens Movie-record button is removed, or the camera becomes hot (0 12). Maximum Length Up to 3 seconds of footage can be recorded;...

  • Page 65: Viewing Movies

    Viewing Movies Movies are indicated by a 1 icon in full-frame playback (0 29). Press 3 to start playback. Movie playback indicator/ 1 icon/Length Current position/total length Guide Volume The following operations can be performed: Description Pause Pause playback. Resume playback when the movie is paused Play or during rewind/advance.

  • Page 66: Deleting Movies

    Deleting Movies To delete the current movie, press O. A confirmation dialog will be displayed; press O again to delete the movie and return to playback, or press K to exit without deleting the movie. Note that once deleted, movies can not be recovered. O button See Also The Edit movie option in the playback menu...

  • Page 67: More On Photography Single-Frame, Continuous, And Self-Timer Modes

    More on Photography Single-Frame, Continuous, and Self-Timer Modes Pressing 4 (C) on the multi selector displays a choice of shutter- release modes for still photography: The camera takes pictures one at a time. 5 fps Continuous: The camera records photographs at 15 fps about 5, 15, 30, or 60 fps while the shutter-release 30 fps...
  • Page 68 Continuous Mode The maximum number of shots that can be taken in a single burst var- ies with the release mode. At frame rates of 30 and 60 fps, the maxi- mum number of shots that can be taken in a single burst is 20. The built-in flash can be used when 5 fps is selected, but only one pic- ture will be taken each time the shutter-release button is pressed;...

  • Page 69: Self-Timer Modes

    Self-Timer Modes The self-timer can be used to reduce camera shake or for self- portraits. Display release mode options. Press 4 (C) to display release mode options. Select the desired self-timer option. Use the multi selector to highlight E 10 s, E 5 s, or E 2 s and press J. Mount the camera on a tripod.
  • Page 70 Note that the timer may not start or a photograph may not be taken if the camera is unable to focus or in other situations in which the shutter can not be released. Turning the camera off cancels the self-timer. Movie Mode In self-timer mode, start and stop the timer by pressing the movie- record button instead of the shutter-release button.

  • Page 71: The Built-In Flash

    The Built-in Flash Use the built-in flash for additional lighting when the subject is poorly lit or to “fill-in” (illuminate) back-lit subjects. The camera offers a choice of flash modes; choose a mode according to light- ing conditions and your creative intent. The built-in flash is avail- able in the following shooting modes: ❚❚...

  • Page 72: Choosing A Flash Mode

    Choosing a Flash Mode The options available vary with the shooting mode. Auto, Soft (q), Miniature effect (r), P, A Selective color (s) Auto Fill flash Auto+red-eye reduction Red-eye reduction Red-eye reduction + slow sync Night portrait (o), Fill flash + slow sync Backlighting (m) Rear curtain + slow sync Fill flash...
  • Page 73 Raising the Flash When using the flash, be sure it is fully raised as shown at right. Do not touch the flash dur- ing shooting. Flash Modes The flash modes listed on the previous page may combine one or more of the following settings, as shown by the flash mode icon: •...
  • Page 74 Lowering the Built-in Flash To save power when the flash is not in use, press it gently downward until the latch clicks into place. Do not use force. Failure to observe this precaution could result in prod- uct malfunction. Using the Built-in Flash The built-in flash can not be used with live image control (0 27) and will not fire during continuous shooting at frame advance rates faster than 5 fps (0 65) or when On is selected for HDR in the shooting menu...

  • Page 75: Camera Menus

    Camera Menus Most shooting, playback, and setup options can be accessed from the camera menus. Press the G button to display the menu selection dialog shown below, then use the multi selector to highlight the icon for the desired menu and press G button K Playback menu Adjust playback settings (0 75).
  • Page 76 ❚❚ Using the Menus Use the multi selector to navigate the playback, shooting, movie, image pro- cessing, and setup menus. Multi selector Select an item. Press 1 or 3 to highlight menu items and press 2 to view options for the highlighted item.

  • Page 77: Playback Menu Options

    ❚❚ Playback Menu Options Option Description Delete multiple images. Delete Slide show View movies and photos in a slide show. Choose whether pictures are displayed after Image review shooting. Rotate “tall” (portrait-orientation) pictures for Rotate tall display during playback. Create digital “print orders”. DPOF print order Protect pictures from accidental deletion.

  • Page 78: Shooting Menu Options

    ❚❚ Shooting Menu Options Option Description Reset shooting Reset shooting options to default values. options Choose how the camera sets shutter speed and Exposure mode aperture in Motion Snapshot mode (0 51). Image quality Choose a file format and compression ratio. Image size Choose a size for new photos.

  • Page 79: Movie Menu Options

    ❚❚ Movie Menu Options Option Description Reset movie options Reset movie menu options to their default values. Frame rate Choose a frame rate for slow-motion movies (0 60). Movie settings Choose HD movie frame size and frame rate (0 56). Metering Choose how the camera meters exposure.

  • Page 80: Setup Menu Options

    ❚❚ Setup Menu Options Option Description Reset setup options Reset setup menu options to default values. Format memory card Format the memory card. Slot empty release Allow the shutter to be released when no memory card is inserted in the camera. lock Adjust display brightness, view or hide a framing Display...

  • Page 81: Connecting To A Computer

    • Apple QuickTime (Windows only) Remove the installer CD from the CD-ROM drive. Supplied Software Be sure to update to the latest versions of the supplied software. Nikon Message Center 2 will periodically check for updates while the computer is connected to the Internet.

  • Page 82: System Requirements

    System Requirements The system requirements for ViewNX 2 are: Windows • Photos/JPEG movies: Intel Celeron, Pentium 4, or Core series, 1.6 GHz or better • H.264 movies (playback): 3.0 GHz Pentium D or better • H.264 movies (editing): 2.6 GHz Core 2 Duo or better Pre-installed versions of Windows XP, Windows Vista, Win- dows 7, and Windows 8;...

  • Page 83: Viewing And Editing Pictures On A Computer

    If a message is displayed prompting you to choose a pro- gram, select Nikon Transfer 2. Windows 7 If the following dialog is displayed, select Nikon Transfer 2 as described below. 1 Under Import pictures and videos, click Change pro- gram.

  • Page 84: Viewing Pictures

    Click Start Transfer. At default settings, all the pictures on the memory card will be copied to the computer. Click Start Transfer Terminate the connection. If the camera is connected to the computer, turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable. If you are using a card reader or card slot, choose the appropriate option in the com- puter operating system to eject the removable disk corre- sponding to the memory card and then remove the card from...
  • Page 85 ❚❚ Retouching Photographs To crop pictures and perform such tasks as adjusting sharp- ness and tone levels, click the Edit button in the toolbar. ❚❚ Printing Pictures Click the Print button in the toolbar. A dialog will be dis- played, allowing you to print pictures on a printer connected to the computer.

  • Page 86: Technical Notes

    Power sources EN-EL20 batteries are available from local retailers and Nikon-authorized service representatives. • Battery Charger MH-27 (0 19): Recharge EN-EL20 batteries. • Power Connector EP-5C, AC Adapter EH-5b: These accessories can be used to power the camera for extended periods (EH-5a and EH-5 AC adapters can also be used).

  • Page 87: Approved Memory Cards

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

  • Page 88: Storage And Cleaning

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

  • Page 89: Caring For The Camera And Battery: Cautions

    Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions Do not drop: The product may mal- easily damaged. Under no circum- function if subjected to strong stances should you exert pressure shocks or vibration. on the shield or poke it with cleaning tools.
  • Page 90 Storage: To prevent mold or mildew, Do not apply pressure to the dis- store the camera in a dry, well-ven- play, as this could cause damage or tilated area. If you are using an AC malfunction. Dust or lint on the adapter, unplug the adapter to pre- display can be removed with a vent fire.
  • Page 91 Batteries: Batteries may leak or • The internal temperature of the explode if improperly handled. battery may rise while the battery Observe the following precautions is in use. Attempting to charge when handling batteries: the battery while the internal • Use only batteries approved for temperature is elevated will use in this equipment.
  • Page 92 Servicing the Camera and Accessories The camera is a precision device and requires regular servicing. Nikon recommends that the camera be inspected by the original retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative once every one to two years, and that it be serviced once every three to five years (note that fees apply to these services).

  • Page 93: Troubleshooting

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

  • Page 94: Shooting (All Modes)

    Shooting (All Modes) The camera takes time to turn on: Delete files or format the memory card. The shutter-release is disabled: • The battery is exhausted (0 17). • The memory card is locked or full. • The flash is charging (0 69). •...

  • Page 95: Playback

    Playback “Tall” (portrait) orientation photos are displayed in “wide” (landscape) orientation: • Select On for Rotate tall (0 75). • The photos were taken with Auto image rotation off (0 78). • Camera was pointed up or down when the photo was taken. •...

  • Page 96: Error Messages

    Error Messages This section lists the error messages that appear in the display. Message Solution If the subject is too bright, lower ISO sensitivity or choose a faster shutter speed or smaller aper- (Shutter-speed or ture (higher f-number). aperture display If the subject is too dark, raise ISO sensitivity, use flashes) the flash, or choose a slower shutter speed or...
  • Page 97 • Use an approved card. This memory card • Format the card. If the problem persists, the cannot be used. Card card may be damaged. Contact a Nikon- may be damaged; authorized service representative. insert a different card. • Insert a new memory card.

  • Page 98: Specifications

    Effective pixels 14.2 million Image sensor Image sensor 13.2 mm × 8.8 mm CMOS sensor (Nikon CX for- mat) Storage Image size (pixels) Still images (auto, best moment capture, and all creative modes other than Easy panorama; aspect ratio 3 : 2) •...
  • Page 99 • NEF (RAW): 12-bit, compressed File format • JPEG: JPEG-Baseline compliant with fine (approx. 1 : 4), normal (approx. 1 : 8), or basic (approx. 1 : 16) compression • NEF (RAW) + JPEG: Single photograph recorded in both NEF (RAW) and JPEG formats Picture Control system Standard, Neutral, Vivid, Monochrome, Portrait, Landscape;...
  • Page 100 Exposure Metering TTL metering using image sensor • Matrix Metering method • Center-weighted: Meters 4.5 mm circle in center of frame • Spot: Meters 2 mm circle centered on selected focus area P programmed auto with flexible program; Mode S shutter-priority auto; A aperture-priority auto; M manual;...
  • Page 101 Flash Built-in flash • Auto; Soft, Miniature effect, Selective color (Creative mode): Flash pops up automatically and fires as required • Night portrait, Backlighting (Creative mode): Flash pops up automatically and fires with every shot • P programmed auto, S shutter-priority auto, A aperture- priority auto, M manual (Creative mode): Manual pop- Guide Number (GN) Approx.
  • Page 102 Movie Metering TTL metering using image sensor • Matrix Metering method • Center-weighted: Meters 4.5 mm circle in center of frame • Spot: Meters 2 mm circle centered on selected focus area Frame size (pixels)/ HD movies (aspect ratio 16 : 9) recording rate •...
  • Page 103 • Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in this manual at any time and without prior notice. Nikon will not be held liable for damages that may result from any mistakes that this manual may contain.
  • Page 104 Dimensions camera lens mount flange when lens is retracted) Approx. 83 g (3.0 oz) Weight Specifications subject to change without notice. Nikon will not be held liable for damages that may result from any mistakes that this manual may contain.
  • Page 105 Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. All other trade names mentioned in this manual or the other documen- tation provided with your Nikon product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. FreeType License (FreeType2) Portions of this software are copyright ©...

  • Page 106: Battery Life

    • Using a wireless mobile adapter or Eye-Fi cards • Using vibration reduction mode with VR lenses • Using zoom with power zoom lenses To ensure that you get the most from rechargeable Nikon EN-EL20 batteries: • Keep the battery contacts clean. Soiled contacts can reduce battery performance.

  • Page 107: Index

    Index Symbols C (Auto mode) ......18, 23 AC adapter ........... 84 w (Creative mode) ....18, 32 Accessories .......... 84 u (Best moment capture mode) 18, Advanced movie mode ..18, 55, 56 Aperture ........37, 38 v (Advanced movie mode) ..18, 55 Aperture-priority auto ..
  • Page 108 Flash ............69 Nikon Transfer 2 ........ 81 Flash mode .......... 70 Flash range .......... 72 Playback ..........29 Flash-ready indicator ....... 69 Portrait ..........26 Flexible program ....... 35 Power connector ....... 84 Focal length ........24 Power drive zoom switch ....24 Focal length scale ......
  • Page 109 USB ............81 USB cable ..........81 ViewNX 2 ..........79 Volume ..........63 Waterproof case .........84 Wireless mobile adapter ....84 Zoom guide .........24 Zoom ring ..........24...
  • Page 112 No reproduction in any form of this manual, in whole or in part (except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews), may be made without written authorization from NIKON CORPORATION. Printed in China SB3C02(11) 6MVA4611-02...

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