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  • Page 1 DIGITAL CAMERA Reference Manual...
  • Page 2 • SDXC, SDHC and SD Logos are trademarks of SD-3C, LLC. • PictBridge is a trademark. • 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 3 Introduction Parts of the Camera The Basics of Shooting and Playback Shooting Features Playback Features Recording and Playing Back Movies General Camera Setup Reference Section Technical Notes and Index...

  • Page 4: Read This First

    Introduction Read This First Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX L26 or COOLPIX L25 digital camera. Before using the camera, please read the information in “For Your Safety” (A viii) and familiarize yourself with the information provided in this manual. After reading, please keep this manual handy and refer to it to enhance your enjoyment of your new camera.

  • Page 5: Attaching The Camera Strap

    Attaching the Camera Strap COOLPIX L26 COOLPIX L25 About This Manual If you want to start using the camera right away, see “The Basics of Shooting and Playback” (A 9). To learn about the parts of the camera and information that is displayed in the monitor, see...
  • Page 6 A/E/F E: “Reference Section”, F: “Technical Notes and Index.” • In this manual, the product names “COOLPIX L26” and “COOLPIX L25” may sometimes be abbreviated as “L26” and “L25.” • SD, SDHC, and SDXC memory cards are referred to as “memory cards” in this manual.

  • Page 7: 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 8 • 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 9 • Comply with copyright notices The copying or reproduction of copyrighted creative works such as books, music, paintings, woodcut prints, maps, drawings, movies, and photographs is governed by national and international copyright laws. Do not use this product for the purpose of making illegal copies or to infringe copyright laws.

  • Page 10: 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 11 Do not combine batteries from different pairs. • The EN-MH2 rechargeable batteries are for use with Nikon digital cameras only, and are compatible with COOLPIX L26/L25. • Insert batteries in the correct orientation.
  • Page 12 Should the insulation be damaged and the wires become exposed, take it to a Nikon- authorized service representative for inspection. Failure to observe these precautions could result in fire or electric shock.
  • Page 13 Use appropriate cables When connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for the purpose, to maintain compliance with product regulations. Handle moving parts with care Be careful that your fingers or other objects are not pinched by the lens cover or other moving parts.

  • Page 14: Notices

    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.
  • Page 15 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. Notice for customers in the State of California WARNING...
  • Page 16 Symbol for Separate Collection in European Countries This symbol indicates that this product is to be collected separately. The following apply only to users in European countries: • This product is designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point. Do not dispose of as household waste.

  • Page 17: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction ... ii Read This First ... ii Confirming the Package Contents... ii Attaching the Camera Strap... iii About This Manual ... iii Information and Precautions... v For Your Safety ... viii WARNINGS ... viii Notices... xii Parts of the Camera ...
  • Page 18 Changing the Image Size (Image Mode)... 60 Image Mode Settings (Image Size and Quality) ... 60 Features That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously ... 62 Focusing... 63 Using Face Detection ... 63 Focus Lock... 64 Playback Features... 65 Playback Zoom ... 66 Thumbnail Display, Calendar Display...
  • Page 19 The Playback Menu ... E29 a Print Order (Creating a DPOF Print Order)... E29 b Slide Show ... E32 d Protect... E33 f Rotate Image ... E35 h Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory and Memory Card) ... E36 The Movie Menu ... E38 Movie Options...
  • Page 20 Technical Notes and Index... F1 Caring for the Product ... F2 The Camera... F2 Batteries... F4 Memory Cards... F6 Cleaning and Storage... F7 Cleaning... F7 Storage ... F7 Troubleshooting ... F8 Specifications ... F15 Supported Standards... F20 Index... F21 xviii...

  • Page 21: Parts Of The Camera

    Parts of the Camera This chapter describes the parts of the camera and explains information that is displayed in the monitor. The Camera Body...2 The Monitor...6 Shooting Mode ...6 Playback Mode ...8 If you want to start using the camera right away, see “The Basics of Shooting and Playback”...

  • Page 22: The Camera Body

    Parts of the Camera The Camera Body COOLPIX L26 1 2 3 4 Shutter-release button... 26 Zoom control... 24 f : wide ... 24 g : tele... 24 h : thumbnail playback... 67 i : playback zoom... 66 j : help ... 35 Power switch/power-on lamp ...
  • Page 23 Monitor ... 6 Flash lamp... 50 b (e movie-record) button... 78 A (shooting mode) button...34, 35, 43, 47 c (playback) button... 29 Multi selector k (apply selection) button d button...45, 48, 68, 81, 86 l (delete) button... 31 Battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover...10, 13 Battery chamber ...10 Memory card slot ...13 USB/audio/video output connector...69...
  • Page 24 COOLPIX L25 1 2 3 4 Shutter-release button... 26 Zoom control... 24 f : wide ... 24 g : tele... 24 h : thumbnail playback... 67 i : playback zoom... 66 j : help ... 35 Power switch/power-on lamp ... 20 Self-timer lamp...
  • Page 25 Monitor ... 6 Flash lamp... 50 b (e movie-record) button... 78 A (shooting mode) button...34, 35, 43, 47 c (playback) button... 29 Multi selector k (apply selection) button d button...45, 48, 68, 81, 86 l (delete) button... 31 Battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover...10, 13 Battery chamber ...10 Memory card slot ...13 USB/audio/video output connector...69...

  • Page 26: 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 turned on and when you operate the camera, and turns off after a few seconds (Monitor settings (A 86) >...
  • Page 27 Shooting mode...34, 35, 43, 47 Macro mode ... 55 Zoom indicator ... 24, 55 Focus indicator... 26 AE/AF-L indicator... E4 Flash mode... 50 Eye-Fi indicator ... 87 Battery level indicator... 21 Electronic VR icon... 86 Print date ... 86 Motion detection icon ... 86 “Date not set”...

  • Page 28: Playback Mode

    Playback Mode 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 2 1 2 : 0 0 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 2 1 2 : 0 0 9 9 9 9 . J P G 9 9 9 9 .

  • Page 29: The Basics Of Shooting And Playback

    The Basics of Shooting and Playback Preparation Preparation 1 Insert the Batteries ...10 Preparation 2 Insert a Memory Card...13 Preparation 3 Set the Display Language, Date, and Time...16 Shooting Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select Shooting Mode...20 Step 2 Frame a Picture ...23 Step 3 Focus and Shoot...26 Playback Step 4 Play Back Images ...29...

  • Page 30: Preparation 1 Insert The Batteries

    Close the battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover. Applicable Batteries • Two LR6/L40 (AA-size) alkaline batteries (batteries included) • Two FR6/L91 (AA-size) lithium batteries • Two EN-MH2 Ni-MH (nickel metal hydride) rechargeable batteries COOLPIX L26 COOLPIX L25 COOLPIX L26 COOLPIX L25...
  • Page 31 Removing the Batteries • Turn the camera off and be sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have turned off before opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. • The camera, batteries, or memory card may be hot immediately after using the camera. Observe caution when removing the batteries or memory card.
  • Page 32 Notes About an AC Power Source • You can use the AC Adapter EH-65A (available separately; E64) to supply power to the camera from an electrical outlet. • Do not, under any circumstances, use another make or model of AC adapter other than the EH-65A. Failure to observe this precaution could result in overheating or in damage to the camera.

  • Page 33: Preparation 2 Insert A Memory Card

    Inserting a memory card upside down or backwards could damage the camera and the memory card. Be sure to check that the memory card is in the correct orientation. Close the battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover. COOLPIX L26 COOLPIX L25 COOLPIX L26 COOLPIX L25...

  • Page 34: Removing The Memory Card

    Formatting a Memory Card • The first time you insert a memory card that has been used in another device into this camera, be sure to format it with this camera. • All data stored on a memory card is permanently deleted when the card is formatted. Copy any data on the card that you wish to keep to a computer before formatting.

  • Page 35: Approved Memory Cards

    Approved Memory Cards The following Secure Digital (SD) memory cards have been tested and approved for use in this camera. • Memory cards with an SD Speed Class rating of 6 or faster are recommended for recording movies. When using a memory card with a lower Speed Class rating, movie recording may stop unexpectedly.

  • Page 36: Preparation 3 Set The Display Language, Date, And Time

    Preparation 3 Set 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. Press the power switch to turn on the camera. •...
  • Page 37 Press J or K to select your home time zone and press the k button. • Press H to enable daylight saving time. When the daylight saving time function is enabled, W is displayed at the top of the monitor. Press I to disable daylight saving time.
  • Page 38 Press the A button. • The lens extends and the shooting-mode selection screen is displayed. When Easy auto mode is displayed, press the k button. • The camera enters the shooting mode and you can take pictures in Easy auto mode (A 20). •...
  • Page 39 Changing the Language Setting and the Date and Time Setting • You can change these settings using the Language (E55) and Time zone and date (E41) settings in the z setup menu (A 86). • You can enable and disable daylight saving time by selecting the z setup menu > Time zone and date (E41) >...

  • Page 40: Step 1 Turn The Camera On And Select Shooting Mode

    Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select Shooting Mode Press the power switch to turn on the camera. • The lens extends and the monitor turns on. Press the A button. • The shooting-mode selection menu, which allows you to select the desired shooting mode, is displayed.

  • Page 41: Turning The Camera On And Off

    Check the battery level indicator and the number of exposures remaining. Battery Level Indicator Display Battery level high. Battery level low. Prepare to replace the batteries. Battery Cannot take pictures. exhausted. Replace the batteries. Number of Exposures Remaining The number of pictures that can be taken is displayed. •...
  • Page 42 Power Saving Function (Auto Off) If no operations are performed for a while, the monitor will turn off, the camera will enter standby mode, and the power-on lamp will flash. If no operations are performed for approximately another three minutes, the camera will turn off automatically. While the camera is in standby mode, the monitor turns back on if you perform any of the following operations: ➝...

  • Page 43: Step 2 Frame A Picture

    Step 2 Frame a Picture Hold the camera steady. • Keep fingers, hair, the camera strap, and other objects away from the lens, flash, AF assist-illuminator (L26 only), and microphone. • When taking pictures in portrait (“tall”) orientation, turn the camera so that the flash is above the lens.

  • Page 44: Using The Zoom

    Easy Auto Mode • Depending upon shooting conditions, the camera may not select the desired scene mode. In this case, select another shooting mode (A 34, 35, 43, 47). • When digital zoom is in effect, the shooting mode is U. When Using a Tripod We recommend using a tripod to stabilize the camera in the following situations.
  • Page 45 Digital Zoom and Interpolation Unlike optical zoom, digital zoom uses a digital imaging process known as interpolation to magnify images, resulting in slight deterioration of picture quality according to the image mode (A 60) and digital zoom magnification. Interpolation is applied at zoom positions beyond V when taking still images. When zoom is increased beyond the V position, interpolation is initiated and the zoom indicator turns yellow to indicate that interpolation is being applied.

  • Page 46: Step 3 Focus And Shoot

    Step 3 Focus and Shoot Press the shutter-release button halfway (A 27). • When a face is detected: The camera focuses on the face framed by the double border. When the subject is in focus, the double border glows green. •...

  • Page 47: The Shutter-Release Button

    The Shutter-release Button To set focus and exposure (shutter speed and aperture value), press the shutter-release button halfway, stopping when you feel Press halfway resistance. Focus and exposure remain locked while the shutter- release button is pressed halfway. While pressing the shutter-release button halfway, press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to release the shutter and take a picture.
  • Page 48 Autofocus The camera may not focus as expected in the following situations. In some rare cases, the subject may not be in focus despite the fact that the focus area or the focus indicator glows green: • Subject is very dark •...

  • Page 49: Step 4 Play Back Images

    Step 4 Play Back Images Press the c (playback) button. • The camera switches to playback mode and the last image saved is displayed full-frame. Use the multi selector to select an image to display. • Display the previous image: H or J •...

  • Page 50: More Information

    Viewing Images • Images may be displayed briefly at low resolution while being read from the memory card or internal memory. • When you play back images in which the face of a person (A 63) or pet (A 42) was detected at the time of shooting, depending on the orientation of the detected face, the images are automatically rotated for playback display.

  • Page 51: Step 5 Delete Images

    Step 5 Delete Images Press the l button to delete the image currently displayed in the monitor. Press the multi selector H or I to select the desired deletion method and press the k button. • Current image: Only the current image is deleted. •...
  • Page 52 Operating the Erase Selected Images Screen Press the multi selector J or K to select an image to be deleted, and then press H to display y. • To undo the selection, press I to remove y. • Rotate the zoom control (A 2, 4) to g (i) to switch back to full-frame playback or f (h) to display thumbnails.

  • Page 53: Shooting Features

    Shooting Features This chapter describes the camera’s shooting modes and the features that are available when using each shooting mode. You can select shooting modes and adjust settings according to the shooting conditions and the kind of images you want to capture. G (Easy Auto) Mode...

  • Page 54: G (Easy Auto) Mode

    Shooting Features G (Easy Auto) Mode The camera automatically selects the optimum scene mode when you frame a picture. Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M G (easy auto) mode M k button Automatic Scene Selection The camera automatically selects one of the following scenes when you point the camera at a subject: •...

  • Page 55: Scene Mode (Shooting Suited To Scenes)

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

  • Page 56: Changing Scene Mode Settings

    Changing Scene Mode Settings • Depending on the scene, the multi selector H (X), I (p), J (n), and K (o) can be used to set the corresponding features. ➝ “Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector” (A 49), “Default Settings” (A 58) •...

  • Page 57: Night Portrait O

    d Sports Use this mode when shooting sporting events. The camera captures a series of still images that allow you to clearly see detailed movements in a moving subject. • The camera focuses on the area in the center of the frame. •...
  • Page 58 Z Beach Captures the brightness of such subjects as beaches or sunlit expanses of water. • The camera focuses on the area in the center of the frame. z Snow Captures the brightness of sunlit snow. • The camera focuses on the area in the center of the frame. h Sunset Preserves the deep hues seen in sunsets and sunrises.
  • Page 59 j Night landscape Slow shutter speeds are used to capture stunning night landscapes. • The focus area or focus indicator (A 7) always glows green when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. k Close-up Use this mode to photograph flowers, insects, and other small objects at close range.
  • Page 60 l Museum Use indoors where flash photography is prohibited (for example, in museums and art galleries) or in other settings in which you do not want to use the flash. • The camera focuses on the area in the center of the frame. •...
  • Page 61 U Panorama assist Use this setting to capture a series of images that will be connected using a computer to form a panorama image (E2). • Press the multi selector H, I, J or K to select the direction that you will move the camera in when capturing images, and press the k button.
  • Page 62 O Pet portrait Use this mode when taking pictures of dogs or cats. When the camera detects the face of a dog or cat, the camera focuses on that face. Once the camera has focused, by default it automatically releases the shutter (pet portrait auto release). •...

  • Page 63: Smart Portrait Mode (Capturing Smiling Faces)

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

  • Page 64: Changing Smart Portrait Mode Settings

    Notes About Smart Portrait Mode • Digital zoom cannot be used. • Under some shooting conditions, the camera may be unable to detect faces or detect smiles. • “Notes About Face Detection” ➝ A 63 Auto Off in Smile Timer Mode When Smile timer is set to On, the auto off function (A 86) is activated and the camera turns off when either of the situations indicated below persists and no other operations are performed.

  • Page 65: Options Available In The Smart Portrait Menu

    Options Available in the Smart Portrait Menu When using F smart portrait mode, the following settings can be changed. Select smart portrait mode (A 43) M d button M F tab Option Allows you to select the combination of image size and image quality Image mode used when saving images (A 60).

  • Page 66: Using Skin Softening

    Using Skin Softening When the shutter is released in one of the following shooting modes, the camera detects one or more human faces (up to three), and processes the image to soften facial skin tones. • Portrait (A 36) and Night portrait (A 37) in G (easy auto) mode •...

  • Page 67: A (Auto) Mode

    A (Auto) Mode Used for general shooting. Settings can be adjusted in the shooting menu (A 48) to suit the shooting conditions and the type of shot you want to capture. Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M A (auto) mode M k button •...

  • Page 68: Options Available In The Auto Shooting Menu

    Options Available in the Auto Shooting Menu When using A (auto) mode, the following settings can be changed. Select A (auto) mode (A 47) M d button M A tab Option Allows you to select the combination of image size and image Image mode quality used when saving images (A 60).

  • Page 69: Features That Can Be Set Using The Multi Selector

    Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector When shooting, the multi selector H, I, J, and K can be used to set the following features. n (self-timer), pet portrait auto release Available Features The features that are available vary with the shooting mode, as shown below. •...

  • Page 70: Using The Flash (Flash Modes)

    Using the Flash (Flash Modes) You can set the flash mode. Press the multi selector H (m flash mode). Press the multi selector H or I to select the desired mode and press the k button. • Available Flash Modes ➝ A 51 •...

  • Page 71: Available Flash Modes

    Available Flash Modes Auto The flash fires automatically when lighting is dim. Auto with red-eye reduction Reduce red-eye in portraits caused by the flash (A 52). The flash will not fire. • We recommend using a tripod to stabilize the camera when shooting in dark surroundings.
  • Page 72 The Flash Mode Setting • The setting varies with the shooting mode. ➝ “Available Features” (A 49) ➝ “Default Settings” (A 58) • Some settings cannot be used with other functions (A 62). • The flash mode setting applied in A (auto) mode is saved in the camera’s memory even after the camera is turned off.

  • Page 73: Using The Self-Timer

    Using the Self-timer The camera’s self-timer can release the shutter about ten seconds after you press the shutter- release button. The self-timer is useful when you want to be in the picture you are taking, or when you want to avoid the effects of camera shake that occur when you press the shutter- release button.
  • Page 74 Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down. • The self-timer starts, and the number of seconds remaining before the shutter is released is displayed in the monitor. The self-timer lamp flashes while the timer is counting down. About one second before the shutter is released, the lamp stops flashing and glows steadily.

  • Page 75: Using Macro Mode

    Using Macro Mode When using macro mode, the L26 can focus on objects as close as about 10 cm (4 in.) from the front of the lens. The L25 can focus on objects as close as about 3 cm (1.2 in.) from the front of the lens.
  • Page 76 Notes About Using the Flash The flash may be unable to light the entire subject at distances of less than 50 cm (1 ft 8 in.) for the L26 and less than 30 cm (1 ft) for the L25. Autofocus When shooting still images in macro mode, the camera focuses continuously until the shutter- release button is pressed halfway to lock the focus.

  • Page 77: Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation)

    Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation) You can adjust overall image brightness. Press the multi selector K (o exposure compensation). Press the multi selector H or I to select a compensation value. • To make the image brighter, apply positive (+) exposure compensation.

  • Page 78: Default Settings

    Default Settings Default settings for each shooting mode are described below. G (easy auto; A 34) F (smart portrait; A 43) U A (auto; A 47) Scene b (A 36) c (A 36) d (A 37) e (A 37) f (A 37) Z (A 38) z (A 38) h (A 38)
  • Page 79 You can select U (auto) or W (off). When U (auto) is selected, the camera automatically selects the flash mode appropriate for the scene it has selected. The setting cannot be changed. Automatically changes to macro mode when the camera selects Close-up scene mode.

  • Page 80: Changing The Image Size (Image Mode)

    Changing the Image Size (Image Mode) Enter shooting mode M d button M Shooting menu M Image mode You can use the Image mode setting in the shooting menu to select the combination of image size and compression ratio that is used when saving images. Select the image mode best suited to the manner in which images will be used and the capacity of the internal memory or memory card.
  • Page 81 Notes About Image Mode • The setting is also applied to other shooting modes. • Some settings cannot be used with other functions (A 62). Number of Images That Can Be Saved The following table lists the approximate number of images that can be saved in the internal memory and on a 4 GB memory card.

  • Page 82: Features That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously

    Features That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously Some shooting settings cannot be used with other functions. Restricted function Continuous (A 48) Flash mode Blink proof (A 45) Self-timer Smile timer (A 45) Digital zoom Continuous (A 48) Image mode Continuous (A 48) Color options White balance (A 48)

  • Page 83: Focusing

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

  • Page 84: Focus Lock

    Focus Lock When the camera focuses on an object in the center of the frame, you can use focus lock to focus on an off-center subject. Use the following procedure when taking pictures using A (auto) mode. Aim the camera so that the subject is in the center of the frame. Press the shutter-release button halfway.

  • Page 85: Playback Features

    Playback Features This chapter describes the features that are available when playing back images. 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 : 3 0 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 : 3 0 0 0 0 4 .

  • Page 86: Playback Zoom

    Playback Features Playback Zoom Rotating the zoom control to g (i) in full-frame playback mode (A 29) zooms in on the center of the image displayed in the monitor. 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 : 3 0 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 : 3 0 0 0 0 4 .

  • Page 87: Thumbnail Display, Calendar Display

    Thumbnail Display, Calendar Display Rotating the zoom control to f (h) in full-frame playback mode (A 29) displays images in “contact sheets” of thumbnail images. 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 : 3 0 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 : 3 0 0 0 0 1 .

  • Page 88: Features Available In Playback Mode (Playback Menu)

    Features Available in Playback Mode (Playback Menu) When viewing images in full-frame playback mode or thumbnail playback mode, you can configure the following functions by pressing the d button (A 3, 5) to display the menu. Option Allows you to create copies with enhanced brightness and I D-Lighting* contrast, brightening dark portions of an image.

  • Page 89: Connecting The Camera To A Tv, Computer, Or Printer

    Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer You can enhance your enjoyment of images and movies by connecting the camera to a TV, computer, or printer. • Before connecting the camera to an external device, make sure the remaining battery level is sufficient and turn the camera off.
  • Page 90 Viewing images on a TV You can view the camera’s images and movies on a TV. Connection method: Connect the video and audio plugs of the optional Audio Video Cable EG-CP14 to the TV’s input jacks. Viewing and organizing images on a computer If you transfer images to a computer, you can perform simple retouching and manage image data in addition to playing back images and movies.

  • Page 91: Using Viewnx 2

    Using ViewNX 2 ViewNX 2 is an all-in-one software package which enables you to transfer, view, edit and share images. Install ViewNX 2 using the ViewNX 2 Installer CD-ROM. ViewNX 2™ Your Imaging Toolbox Installing ViewNX 2 • An Internet connection is required. Compatible Operating Systems Windows •...
  • Page 92 Mac OS • Mac OS X (version 10.5.8, 10.6.8, 10.7.2) Refer to the Nikon website for the latest information on operating system compatibility. Start the computer and insert the ViewNX 2 Installer CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. • Mac OS: When the ViewNX 2 window is displayed, double-click the Welcome icon.
  • Page 93 The following software is installed: • ViewNX 2 (consisting of the three modules below) - Nikon Transfer 2: For transferring images to the computer - ViewNX 2: For viewing, editing, and printing transferred images - Nikon Movie Editor: For basic editing of transferred movies •...

  • Page 94: Transferring Images To The Computer

    Nikon Transfer 2 and click OK. 2 Double-click Import File. If the memory card contains a large number of images, it may take a while for Nikon Transfer 2 to start. Wait until Nikon Transfer 2 starts. Connecting the USB Cable...

  • Page 95: Transfer Images To The Computer

    Transfer images to the computer. • Confirm that the name of the connected camera or removable disk is displayed as the “Source” on the “Options” title bar of Nikon Transfer 2 (1). • Click Start Transfer (2). • At default settings, all the images on the memory card will be copied to the computer.

  • Page 96: Viewing Images

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

  • Page 97: Recording And Playing Back Movies

    Recording and Playing Back Movies You can record movies by simply pressing the b (e movie-record) button. 1 5 m 0 s 1 5 m 0 s 9 7 0 9 7 0 Recording Movies ... 78 Changing Movie Recording Settings (the Movie Menu)... 81 Playing Back Movies...

  • Page 98: Recording Movies

    Recording and Playing Back Movies Recording Movies You can record movies by simply pressing the b (e movie-record) button. • When no memory card is inserted (i.e., when using the camera’s internal memory), Movie options (A 81, E38) is set to m VGA (640×480). n HD 720p (1280×720) cannot be selected. Display the shooting screen.

  • Page 99: Camera Temperature

    Notes About Saving Data After taking a picture or recording a movie, the number of exposures remaining or the remaining recording time flashes while images or movies are being saved. Do not open the battery- chamber/memory card slot cover while images or movies are being saved. Image and movie data could be lost and the camera or memory card could be damaged.
  • Page 100 Movie Options and Maximum Movie Length Movie options (A 81) n HD 720p (1280×720) m VGA (640×480) W QVGA (320×240) All figures are approximate. The maximum movie length may vary depending on the make of the memory card, even among memory cards of the same capacity. When using the internal memory, n HD 720p (1280×720) cannot be selected.

  • Page 101: Changing Movie Recording Settings (The Movie Menu)

    Changing Movie Recording Settings (the Movie Menu) Enter shooting mode M d button M D tab M k button The following settings can be changed. Option The following movie types are available: n HD 720p (1280×720), m VGA (640×480), and W QVGA (320×240). Movie options When no memory card is inserted (i.e., when using the camera’s internal memory), the default setting is m VGA (640×480).

  • Page 102: Playing Back Movies

    Playing Back Movies Press the c button to enter playback mode. Movies are indicated by the movie options icon (A 81). Press the k button to play back movies. Functions Available During Playback Playback controls are displayed at the top of the monitor. Press the multi selector J or K to select a control.
  • Page 103 Adjusting volume Rotate the zoom control to g or f (A 2, 4) during playback. Deleting movies To delete a movie, select the desired movie in full-frame playback mode (A 29) or thumbnail playback mode (A 67) and press the l button (A 31). Notes About Playing Back Movies The camera is not able to play back movies recorded with another make or model of digital camera.

  • Page 105: General Camera Setup

    General Camera Setup This chapter describes the various settings that can be adjusted in the z setup menu. 1 5 m 0 s 1 5 m 0 s 9 7 0 9 7 0 For further details about each setting, refer to “The Setup Menu” in the Reference Section (E40).

  • Page 106: The Setup Menu

    General Camera Setup The Setup Menu Press the d button M z (setup) tab M k button The following settings can be changed in the setup menu by selecting the z tab. Option Allows you to select whether or not a welcome screen is Welcome screen displayed when the camera is turned on.
  • Page 107 Option Format memory/ Allows you to format the internal memory or the memory card. Format card Language Allows you to change the camera’s display language. Video mode Allows you to adjust TV-connection settings. Allows you to set whether or not closed eyes are detected when Blink warning taking pictures of people using face detection.

  • Page 109: Reference Section

    Reference Section The Reference Section provides detailed information and hints about using the camera. Shooting Using Panorama Assist ... E2 Playback Editing Still Images ... E5 Connecting the Camera to a TV (Viewing Images on a TV)... E12 Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) ... E14 Menu The Smart Portrait Menu...

  • Page 110: Using Panorama Assist

    Reference Section Using Panorama Assist The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame. Use a tripod for the best results. Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M b (second icon from the top*) M K M H, I, J, K M U (panorama assist) M k button * The icon of the last scene selected is displayed.
  • Page 111 Take the next picture. • Frame the next image so that one third of the frame overlaps the first image, and press the shutter-release button. • Repeat this process until the necessary number of images has been taken to complete the scene.
  • Page 112 R Indicator In Panorama assist scene mode, exposure, white balance, and focus for all images in a panorama are fixed at the values for the first image in each series. When the first picture is taken, R is displayed to indicate that exposure, white balance, and focus are locked.

  • Page 113: Editing Still Images

    Editing Still Images Editing Features Use the camera to edit images and save them as separate files (E63). The editing functions described below are available. Editing function Create a copy of the current image with enhanced brightness and D-Lighting (E7) contrast, brightening dark portions of the image.
  • Page 114 Restrictions on Image Editing When an edited copy is further modified with another editing function, check the following restrictions. Editing function used D-Lighting Skin softening Small picture Crop • Copies created with editing functions cannot be further edited with the same function used to create them.

  • Page 115: Contrast

    I D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and Contrast Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M I D-Lighting M k button Create a copy of the current image with enhanced brightness and contrast, brightening dark portions of an image. Press the multi selector H or I to select OK and press the k button.

  • Page 116: Skin Softening: Softening Skin Tones

    e Skin Softening: Softening Skin Tones Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M e Skin softening M k button The camera detects faces in images and creates a copy with softer facial skin tones. Press the multi selector H or I to select the degree of softening and press the k button.

  • Page 117: Small Picture: Reducing The Size Of An Image

    g Small Picture: Reducing the Size of an Image Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M g Small picture M k button Create a small copy of the current image. Press the multi selector H or I to select the desired copy size and press the k button.

  • Page 118: Crop: Creating A Cropped Copy

    a Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy Create a copy containing only the portion visible in the monitor when u is displayed with playback zoom (A 66) enabled. Rotate the zoom control to g (i) in full-frame playback mode (A 29) to zoom in on the image.
  • Page 119 Image Size As the area to be saved is reduced, the image size (pixels) of the cropped copy is also reduced. When the image size of the cropped copy is 320 × 240 or 160 × 120, a black frame is displayed around the image, and the small picture icon A is displayed in the left of the monitor in playback mode.

  • Page 120: Connecting The Camera To A Tv (Viewing Images On A Tv)

    Connecting the Camera to a TV (Viewing Images on a TV) Connect the camera to a TV using an optional audio/video cable (E64) to play back images or movies on the TV. Turn off the camera. Connect the camera to the TV. •...
  • Page 121 Notes About Connecting the Cable When connecting the cable, be sure that the camera connector is properly oriented. Do not use force when connecting the cable to the camera. When disconnecting the cable, do not pull the connector at an angle. If the Images Are Not Displayed on the TV Be sure that the camera’s video mode setting in the Video mode (E55) under the setup menu conforms to the standard used by your TV.

  • Page 122: Connecting The Camera To A Printer (Direct Print)

    Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) Users of PictBridge-compatible (F20) printers can connect the camera directly to the printer and print images without using a computer. Follow the procedures below to print images. Take pictures Select images for printing and number of copies using Print order option (E29) Connect to the printer (E15)

  • Page 123: Connecting The Camera To A Printer

    Notes About Power Source • When connecting the camera to a printer, use a fully charged battery to prevent the camera from turning off unexpectedly. • If the AC Adapter EH-65A (available separately) is used, the camera can be powered from an electrical outlet.

  • Page 124: Turn On The Camera

    Connect the camera to the printer using the included USB cable. • Be sure that connectors are properly oriented. Do not attempt to insert connectors at an angle, and do not use force when connecting or disconnecting the USB cable. Turn on the camera.

  • Page 125: Printing Individual Images

    Printing Individual Images After properly connecting the camera to the printer (E15), follow the procedures described below to print an image. Use the multi selector to select the desired image and press the k button. • To make it easier to select images, rotate the zoom control to f (h) to switch to 12-image thumbnail display mode.
  • Page 126 Select Paper size and press the k button. Select the desired paper size and press the k button. • To specify paper size using settings on the printer, select Default in the paper size option. Select Start print and press the k button. Printing begins.

  • Page 127: Printing Multiple Images

    Printing Multiple Images After properly connecting the camera to the printer (E15), follow the procedures described below to print multiple images. When the Print selection screen is displayed, press the d button. Use the multi selector to select Paper size and press the k button.
  • Page 128 Print selection Select images (up to 99) and the number of copies (up to nine) of each. • Press the multi selector J or K to select images, and press H or I to set the number of copies for each. •...
  • Page 129 DPOF printing Print images for which a print order was created using the Print order option (E29). • When the screen shown on the right is displayed, select Start print and press the k button to start printing. Select Cancel and press the k button to return to the print menu.

  • Page 130: The Smart Portrait Menu

    The Smart Portrait Menu • See “Changing the Image Size (Image Mode)” (A 60) for information about Image mode. Skin Softening Select smart portrait mode M d button M F tab M Skin softening Enable skin softening. Option When the shutter is released, the camera detects one or more human e On (default setting) faces (up to three), and processes the image to soften facial skin tones before saving the image.

  • Page 131: Smile Timer

    Smile Timer Select smart portrait mode M d button M F tab M Smile timer The camera detects human faces and then automatically releases the shutter whenever a smile is detected. Option a On (default setting) Enables smile timer. k Off Turns the smile timer off.

  • Page 132: The Shooting Menu (For A (Auto) Mode)

    The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) • See “Changing the Image Size (Image Mode)” (A 60) for information about Image mode. White Balance (Adjusting Hue) Select A (auto) mode M d button M A tab M White balance The color of light reflected from an object varies with the color of the light source. The human brain is able to adapt to changes in the color of the light source, with the result that white objects appear white whether seen in the shade, direct sunlight, or under incandescent lighting.
  • Page 133 Using Preset Manual Preset manual is used with mixed lighting or to compensate for light sources with a strong color cast when the desired effect has not been achieved with white balance settings like Auto and Incandescent (for example, to make images shot under a lamp with a red shade look as though they had been shot under white light).
  • Page 134 Frame the reference object in the measuring window. Press the k button to measure a value for preset manual. • The shutter is released and the new white-balance value is set. No image is saved. Notes About White Balance • Some settings cannot be used with other functions (A 62). •...

  • Page 135: Continuous Shooting

    Continuous Shooting Select A (auto) mode M d button M A tab M Continuous Change settings to continuous or BSS (best shot selector). Option U Single One picture is taken each time the shutter-release button is pressed. (default setting) While the shutter-release button is held all the way down, the camera captures up to four images at a rate of about 1.2 frames per second (fps) V Continuous when Image mode is set to P 4608×3456 (for L26) or i 3648×2736 (for...

  • Page 136: Color Options

    Notes About Continuous Shooting • When Continuous, BSS, or Multi-shot 16 is selected, flash cannot be used. Focus, exposure, and white balance are fixed at the values determined with the first image in each series. • The frame rate with continuous shooting may vary depending upon the current image mode setting, the memory card used, or shooting condition.

  • Page 137: The Playback Menu

    The Playback Menu • See “Editing Still Images” (E5) for information about image editing features. a Print Order (Creating a DPOF Print Order) Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M Playback menu M a Print order When printing images saved on the memory card using any of the following methods, the Print order option in the playback menu is used to create digital “print orders.”...

  • Page 138: Order

    Select images (up to 99) and the number of copies (up to nine) of each. • Press the multi selector J or K to select images, and press H or I to set the number of copies for each. • Images selected for printing are indicated by the check mark icon and the numeral indicating the number of copies to be printed.
  • Page 139 Notes About Printing Shooting Date and Shooting Information When the Date and Info settings are enabled in the print order option, shooting date and shooting information are printed on images when a DPOF-compatible printer (F20) that supports printing of shooting date and shooting information is used. •...

  • Page 140: Slide Show

    b Slide Show Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M Playback menu M b Slide show Play back images, saved in the internal memory or on a memory card, one by one in an automated “slide show.” Use the multi selector to select Start and press the k button.

  • Page 141: Protect

    d Protect Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M Playback menu M d Protect Protects selected images from accidental deletion. Select images to protect or cancel protection for previously protected images from the image selection screen. ➝ “The Image Selection Screen” (E34) Note that formatting the camera’s internal memory or the memory card will permanently delete protected files (E54).

  • Page 142: The Image Selection Screen

    The Image Selection Screen When using one of the following features, a screen like that shown on the right is displayed when selecting images. • Print order > Select images (E29) • Protect (E33) • Rotate image (E35) • Copy > Selected images (E36) •...

  • Page 143: Rotate Image

    f Rotate Image Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M Playback menu M f Rotate image Specify the orientation in which saved images are displayed during playback. Still images can be rotated 90 degrees clockwise or 90 degrees counterclockwise. Select an image from the image selection screen (E34).

  • Page 144: Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory And Memory Card)

    h Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory and Memory Card) Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M Playback menu M h Copy Copy images between the internal memory and a memory card. Use the multi selector to select a destination option to which images are copied and press the k button.
  • Page 145 Notes About Copying Images • JPEG- and AVI-format files can be copied. • Operation is not guaranteed with images captured with another make of camera or that have been modified on a computer. • When copying images for which Print order (E29) options are enabled, the print order settings are not copied.

  • Page 146: The Movie Menu

    The Movie Menu Movie Options Enter shooting mode M d button M e tab M Movie options Select the desired movie option to record. Larger image sizes and faster movie bitrates mean greater image quality and larger movie file sizes. Option n HD 720p (1280×720) (default setting)* m VGA (640×480)

  • Page 147: Autofocus Mode (L26 Only)

    Autofocus Mode (L26 Only) Enter shooting mode M d button M e tab M Autofocus mode Select how the camera focuses in movie mode. Option Focus is locked when the b (e movie-record) button is pressed to A Single AF start recording.

  • Page 148: The Setup Menu

    The Setup Menu Welcome Screen d button M z tab M Welcome screen Configure the welcome screen that is displayed when you turn on the camera. Option None (default setting) COOLPIX Select an image Description The camera enters shooting or playback mode without displaying the welcome screen.

  • Page 149: Time Zone And Date

    Time Zone and Date d button M z tab M Time zone and date Set the camera clock. Option Allows you to set the camera’s clock to the current date and time. Use the multi selector to set each item displayed on the screen.
  • Page 150 Selecting the Travel Destination Time Zone Use the multi selector to select Time zone and press the k button. Select x Travel destination and press the k button. • The date and time displayed in the monitor changes according to the region currently selected. Press K.

  • Page 151: Time Zone

    Press J or K to select the travel destination time zone. • If daylight saving time is in effect, press H to enable daylight saving time function. W is displayed at the top of the monitor and the camera clock is advanced one hour. Press I to disable the daylight saving time function.
  • Page 152 Time Zones The camera supports the time zones listed below. For time zones not listed below, set the camera clock to local time from the Date and time option. UTC +/– Location –11 Midway, Samoa –10 Hawaii, Tahiti –9 Alaska, Anchorage PST (PDT): Los Angeles, Seattle, –8 Vancouver...

  • Page 153: Monitor Settings

    Monitor Settings d button M z tab M Monitor settings Set the options below. Option Photo info Select information displayed in the monitor during shooting and playback. Brightness Select from five settings for monitor brightness. The default setting is 3. Photo Info Select whether or not the photo information is displayed in the monitor.
  • Page 154 Framing grid+auto info In addition to information shown with Auto info above, a framing grid is displayed to help frame pictures. It is not displayed when recording movies. Movie frame+auto info In addition to information shown with Auto info above, a frame is displayed before recording begins that represents the area that will be captured when recording movies.

  • Page 155: Print Date (Imprinting Date And Time)

    Print Date (Imprinting Date and Time) d button M z tab M Print date The shooting date and time can be imprinted on the images when shooting, allowing the information to be printed even from printers that do not support date printing (E31). Option f Date Date is imprinted on images.

  • Page 156: Electronic Vr

    Electronic VR d button M z tab M Electronic VR Select the electronic VR (vibration reduction) setting used when shooting still images. Option In the following conditions, electronic VR is applied and the effects of camera shake are reduced when shooting still images: •...
  • Page 157 Notes About Electronic Vibration Reduction • Electronic VR is disabled while the flash is used, except when using slow sync mode. Note that Electronic VR is disabled even when flash mode is slow sync with red-eye reduction (A 59). • If the exposure period exceeds a certain period of time, electronic VR will not function. •...

  • Page 158: Motion Detection

    Motion Detection d button M z tab M Motion detection Enable motion detection to reduce the effects of subject movement and camera shake when shooting still images. Option When the camera detects subject movement or camera shake, the ISO sensitivity and shutter speed are automatically increased to reduce blurring.

  • Page 159: Af Assist (L26 Only)

    AF Assist (L26 Only) d button M z tab M AF assist Enable or disable AF-assist illuminator, which assists autofocus operation when the subject is dimly lit. Option AF-assist illuminator will be used to assist the focus operation when the subject is dimly lit.

  • Page 160: Sound Settings

    Sound Settings d button M z tab M Sound settings Adjust the following sound settings. Option Select On (default setting) or Off. When On is selected, a beep will sound once when operations are completed successfully, twice when the camera Button sound acquires focus on the subject, and three times when an error is detected.

  • Page 161: Auto Off

    Auto Off d button M z tab M Auto off If no operations are performed for a specified amount of time, the monitor turns off and the camera enters standby mode to save power (A 22). This setting determines the amount of time that passes before the camera enters standby mode.

  • Page 162: Format Memory/Format Card

    Format Memory/Format Card d button M z tab M Format memory/Format card Use this option to format the internal memory or a memory card. Formatting the internal memory or memory cards permanently deletes all data. Data that has been deleted cannot be recovered. Be sure to transfer important data to a computer before formatting.

  • Page 163: Language

    Language d button M z tab M Language Select one of 29 languages for display of camera menus and messages. Czech Danish German (default setting) Spanish Greek French Indonesian Italian Hungarian Dutch Norwegian Polish Brazilian Portuguese European Portuguese Video Mode d button M z tab M Video mode Adjust settings for connection to a TV.

  • Page 164: Blink Warning

    Blink Warning d button M z tab M Blink warning Select whether or not the camera detects human subjects that have blinked using face detection (A 63) when shooting in the following modes: • G (easy auto) mode • Portrait (A 36) or Night portrait (A 37) scene mode Option When the camera detects that one or more human subjects may have blinked in an image captured using face detection, the Did someone...
  • Page 165 The Blink Warning Screen When the Did someone blink? screen shown on the right is displayed in the monitor, the operations described below are available. If no operations are performed within a few seconds, the camera automatically returns to shooting mode. Function Enlarge the detected face that blinked Switch to full-frame playback...

  • Page 166: Eye-Fi Upload

    Eye-Fi Upload d button M z tab M Eye-Fi upload Set whether or not the camera’s Eye-Fi card (available from third-party manufacturers) sends images to your computer. Option b Enable c Disable (default setting) Images will not be uploaded. Notes About Eye-Fi Cards •...

  • Page 167: Reset All

    Supported Eye-Fi Cards As of November, 2011, the following Eye-Fi cards can be used. Be sure that Eye-Fi card firmware has been updated to the latest version. • Eye-Fi Connect X2 SDHC 4GB • Eye-Fi Mobile X2 SDHC 8GB • Eye-Fi Pro X2 SDHC 8GB Reset All d button M z tab M Reset all When Reset is selected, the camera’s settings will be restored to their default values.
  • Page 168 Smart Portrait Menu Option Skin softening (E22) Smile timer (E23) Blink proof (E23) Shooting Menu Option Image mode (A 60) White balance (E24) Continuous (E27) Color options (E28) Movie Menu Option Movie options (E38) Autofocus mode (L26 only; E39) Setup Menu Option Welcome screen (E40) Photo info (E45)
  • Page 169 AF assist (L26 only; E51) Button sound (E52) Shutter sound (E52) Auto off (E53) Sleep mode (E53) Blink warning (E56) Eye-Fi upload (E58) Others Option Paper size (E18, E19) • Selecting Reset all also clears the current file number (E63) from memory. Numbering will continue from the lowest number available.

  • Page 170: Battery Type

    M z tab M Firmware version View the current camera firmware version. Description LR6/L40 (AA-size) alkaline batteries Nikon EN-MH2 Ni-MH (nickel metal hydride) rechargeable batteries FR6/L91 (AA-size) lithium batteries CO O L P I X L 2 6 Ve r. x . x Back...

  • Page 171: File And Folder Names

    Panorama assist scene mode (e.g. “101P_001”; E2) and “NIKON” for all other images (e.g. “100NIKON”). When the number of files within a folder reaches 9999, a new folder will be created. File numbers will be assigned automatically starting with “0001”.

  • Page 172: Optional Accessories

    To charge EN-MH2 batteries, use only Battery Charger MH-72 or MH-73. Do not use these battery chargers to charge any other type of battery. Included with the camera at the time of purchase (A ii). COOLPIX L26 COOLPIX L25...

  • Page 173: Error Messages

    Error Messages Display Clock not set. O (flashes) Set date and time. Battery exhausted. Replace the batteries. Camera cannot focus. • Refocus. (flashes in red) • Use focus lock. Please wait for the Wait until the image is saved and the message disappears camera to finish from the display.
  • Page 174 Display Memory card has not been formatted for use in this camera. Card is not formatted. Formatting deletes all data saved on the memory card. Be Format card? sure to select No and make copies of any images which need to be kept before formatting the memory card.
  • Page 175 Lens error. Lens error Turn camera off and then on again. If error persists, contact retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. Error occurred during communication with printer. Communications error Turn camera off and reconnect USB cable. Cause/Solution –...
  • Page 176 Display Error has occurred in camera’s internal circuitry. Turn camera off, remove and reinsert battery, and turn System error camera on. If error persists, contact retailer or Nikon- authorized service representative. Printer error. Printer error: check Check printer. After solving the problem, select Resume and printer status.
  • Page 177 Technical Notes and Index Caring for the Product...F2 The Camera...F2 Batteries ...F4 Memory Cards ...F6 Cleaning and Storage...F7 Cleaning...F7 Storage ...F7 Troubleshooting...F8 Specifications...F15 Supported Standards... F20 Index ...F21...

  • Page 178: Technical Notes And Index

    Technical Notes and Index Caring for the Product The Camera To ensure safe and continued enjoyment of your Nikon camera, observe the following precautions and the precautions noted in “For Your Safety” (A viii - xiv) when using or storing your camera.
  • Page 179 • 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. Notes About Smear White or colored streaks may be visible when bright subjects are framed in the monitor. This phenomenon, known as “smear,”...

  • Page 180: Batteries

    • Do not mix batteries with different amounts of charge remaining, or batteries of a different make or model. • When using EN-MH2 batteries with the COOLPIX L26 and COOLPIX L25, charge the batteries two at a time using Battery Charger MH-72. When using Battery Charger MH-73, charge the batteries two or four at a time.
  • Page 181 Notes About Rechargeable Ni-MH Batteries • If you repeatedly charge rechargeable Ni-MH batteries while they still have some charge remaining, the message Battery exhausted. may be displayed prematurely when using the batteries. This is due to the “memory effect,” in which the amount of charge the batteries can hold decreases temporarily.

  • Page 182: Memory Cards

    Memory Cards • Use only Secure Digital memory cards. Approved memory cards ➝ A 15 • Observe the precautions noted in the documentation included with your memory card. • Do not affix labels or stickers to the memory card. • Do not format the memory card using a computer. •...

  • Page 183: Cleaning And Storage

    Cleaning and Storage Cleaning Do not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals. When cleaning the lens, avoid touching it directly with your fingers. Remove dust or lint with a blower. To remove fingerprints, oil, or other grime that cannot be removed with a blower, wipe the lens with a soft, dry cloth or an eyeglass cleaning cloth, using Lens a gentle spiral motion that starts in the center and moves toward the edges.

  • Page 184: 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 Camera turns off without warning. Monitor is blank. Monitor is hard to read.
  • Page 185 Problem • If camera clock has not been set, “Date not set” Date and time of recording are not correct. • Check camera clock regularly against more No indicators displayed in Hide info is selected for Photo info. monitor. Select Show info. Print date not available.
  • Page 186 Turn the camera off, remove and replace the battery, then turn the camera on again. In the event of continued malfunction, contact your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. Note that disconnecting the power source as described above may result in the loss of any data not saved to internal memory or the memory card at the time the problem occurred.
  • Page 187 Problem • Use flash. • Enable electronic VR or motion detection. Images are blurred. • Use D (best shot selector). • Use tripod and self-timer. Smear occurs when extremely bright light strikes the Streaks of light or partial image sensor. When shooting with Continuous set discoloration are visible in to Multi-shot 16 and when recording movies, the monitor.
  • Page 188 Problem No sound when shutter is released. AF-assist illuminator does not light (L26 only). Images appear smeared. Colors are unnatural. Randomly spaced bright pixels (“noise”) appear in image. Images are too dark (underexposed). Images are too bright (overexposed). Unexpected results when flash set to V (auto with red-eye reduction).
  • Page 189 Problem • In some shooting conditions, facial skin tones may Skin tones are not softened. • Use Skin softening in the playback menu for It may take more time to save images in the following situations. • When the noise reduction function is in operation, Saving images takes time.
  • Page 190 • USB cable is not correctly connected. • Camera is not recognized by the computer. • Confirm system requirements. • Computer is not set to start Nikon Transfer 2 automatically. For more information about Nikon Transfer 2, refer to help information contained in ViewNX 2.

  • Page 191: Specifications

    COOLPIX L26: Up to 4× (angle of view equivalent to that of approx. 520 mm lens in 35mm [135] format) Digital zoom COOLPIX L25: Up to 4× (angle of view equivalent to that of approx. 560 mm lens in 35mm [135] format) Vibration reduction...
  • Page 192 • 4M [2272 × 1704] • 2M [1600 × 1200] • VGA [640 × 480] • 16:9 [4608 × 2592] COOLPIX L25: • 10M (High) [3648 × 2736P] • 10M [3648 × 2736] • 8M [3264 × 2448] • 4M [2272 × 1704] •...
  • Page 193 • 4 s (Fireworks show scene mode) COOLPIX L26: Electronically-controlled ND filter (–2.7 AV) selection Aperture COOLPIX L25: Electronically-controlled ND filter (–2 AV) selection COOLPIX L26: 2 steps (f/3.2 and f/8 [W]) Range COOLPIX L25: 2 steps (f/2.7 and f/5.4 [W]) Self-timer Approx.
  • Page 194 COOLPIX L26: Approx. 96.0 × 59.7 × 28.8 mm (3.8 × 2.4 × 1.2 in.) (excluding projections) COOLPIX L25: Approx. 96.2 × 60.4 × 29.2 mm (3.8 × 2.4 × 1.2 in.) (excluding projections) COOLPIX L26: Approx. 164 g (5.8 oz) (including battery and SD memory card) COOLPIX L25: Approx.
  • Page 195 Energizer(R) Ultimate Lithium batteries. The included batteries are for trial use only. 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 196: Supported Standards

    Supported Standards • DCF: Design Rule for Camera File System is a standard widely used in the digital camera industry to ensure compatibility among different makes of camera. • DPOF: Digital Print Order Format is an industry-wide standard that allows images to be printed from print orders saved on memory cards.

  • Page 197: Index

    Index Symbols R ... E4 g (Tele) ... 24 f (Wide) ... 24 i Playback zoom ... 66 h Image thumbnail display ... 67 G Easy auto mode... 34 b Scene mode... 35 F Smart portrait mode ... 43 A Auto mode ... 47 c Playback mode...

  • Page 198: Focus Lock

    Blink proof... 45, E23 Blink warning... 87, E56 Brightness ... E45 BSS... 40, E27 Button sound... E52 Calendar display ... 67 Charger... E64 Close-up k ... 39 Color options... 48, E28 Compression ratio ... 60 Computer... 70, 74 Connector cover... 3, 5 Continuous ...

  • Page 199: Playback Zoom

    Nickel-metal hydride rechargeable batteries ... 10 Night landscape j ... 39 Night portrait e... 37 Nikon Transfer 2 ... 71, 73, 75 Number of exposures remaining... 21, 61 Optical zoom ... 24 Optional accessories ... E64 Panorama assist U... 41, E2 Panorama Maker 6...

  • Page 200: Recording Movies

    Power-on lamp... 20, 21 Preset manual ... E25 Pressing halfway... 27 Print ... 68, 70, E17, E19, E29 Print date... 19, 86, E47 Print order... 68, E29 Print order date option... 19, E30, E31 Printer... 70, E14 Protect... 68, E33 Rechargeable battery ...

  • Page 201: Welcome Screen

    Volume ... 83 Welcome screen... 86, E40 White balance ... 48, E24 Zoom ... 24 Zoom control ... 2, 4, 24 Zoom in... 24 Zoom out... 24...
  • Page 204 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. CT1L01(11) 6MM26611-01 2012...

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