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  • Page 1 DIGITAL CAMERA Reference Manual...
  • Page 2 Feature Highlights of the COOLPIX L320 Let your camera take over G (Easy Auto) Mode..........A 34 When you aim the camera at your subject, the camera selects the appropriate settings for you. It’s easy to take pictures in situations that normally require difficult settings, such as when shooting with backlighting or shooting at night.

  • Page 3: Parts Of The Camera

    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 L320 digital camera. Before using the camera, please read the information in “For Your Safety” (A ix) and familiarize yourself with the information provided in this manual. After reading, please keep this manual handy and refer...

  • Page 5: About This Manual

    About This Manual If you want to start using the camera right away, see “The Basics of Shooting and Playback” (A 11). To learn about the parts of the camera and information that is displayed in the monitor, see “Parts of the Camera” (A 1).
  • Page 6 Other Information • Symbols and Conventions To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and conventions are used in this manual: Icon Description This icon indicates cautions and information that should be read before using the camera.

  • Page 7: Information And Precautions

    Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest product information, tips, answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs), and general advice on digital imaging and photography. Additional information may be available from the Nikon representative in your area. Visit the site below for contact information: http://imaging.nikon.com/...
  • Page 8 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 9 Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction Note that simply being in possession of material that was digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera or other device may be punishable by law. • Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, securities, government bonds or local government bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are stamped “Sample.”...
  • Page 10 Disposing of Data Storage Devices Please note that deleting images or formatting data storage devices such as memory cards or built-in camera memory does not completely erase the original image data. Deleted files can sometimes be recovered from discarded storage devices using commercially available software, potentially resulting in the malicious use of personal image data.

  • Page 11: 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 12 AC adapter for extended • The EN-MH2 rechargeable batteries periods while the devices are are for use with Nikon digital on or in use cameras only, and are compatible Parts of the devices become hot. with COOLPIX L320.
  • Page 13 Should the insulation • If liquid from damaged batteries be damaged and the wires become exposed, take it to a Nikon- comes in contact with clothing or authorized service representative for skin, rinse immediately with plenty inspection.
  • Page 14 When connecting cables to the input person or object and output jacks, use only the cables Failure to observe this precaution provided or sold by Nikon for the could result in burns or fire. purpose, to maintain compliance with product regulations.

  • Page 15: Notices

    If this equipment does cause are not expressly approved by Nikon harmful interference to radio or Corporation may void the user’s television reception, which can be authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 16 Interface Cables Notice for customers in Canada Use the interface cables sold or CAUTION provided by Nikon for your equipment. This Class B digital apparatus complies Using other interface cables may with Canadian ICES-003. exceed the limits of Class B Part 15 of ATTENTION the FCC rules.
  • Page 17 Symbol for Separate Collection in This symbol on the batteries European Countries indicates that the batteries are to be collected This symbol indicates that separately. this product is to be The following apply only to users in collected separately. European countries: The following apply only to •...

  • Page 18: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Step 3 Frame a Picture ........24 Introduction ........... ii Using the Zoom ............25 Read This First ............ii Step 4 Focus and Shoot........26 About This Manual ..........iii The Shutter-release Button ......27 Information and Precautions......v Step 5 Play Back Images .........
  • Page 19 Editing Still Images........E5 Focusing............... 59 Editing Features..........E5 Using Face Detection .......... 59 I D-Lighting: Focus Lock..............60 Enhancing Brightness and Contrast..E7 Playback Features........63 e Skin Softening: Softening Skin Tones........E8 Playback Zoom ..........64 g Small Picture: Thumbnail Display, Calendar Display..
  • Page 20 The Playback Menu ........E34 Technical Notes and Index ....F1 a Print Order Caring for the Product........F2 (Creating a DPOF Print Order)....E34 The Camera............F2 b Slide Show ..........E37 Batteries..............F4 d Protect............E38 Memory Cards ............F6 f Rotate Image ..........

  • 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 Attaching the Camera Strap and Lens Cap..........4 Raising and Lowering the Flash ...............5 Using Menus (d Button)........6 The Monitor.............8 Shooting Mode ....................8 Playback Mode ....................

  • Page 22: The Camera Body

    : Thumbnail playback ......65 Flash ...............5, 46 i : Playback zoom........64 DC input connector (for AC adapter available j : Help.............. 36 separately from Nikon)...... 13, E68 Shutter-release button........26 USB/audio/video output connector..67 Eyelet for camera strap ........4 Connector cover..........67 Power switch/power-on lamp ....
  • Page 23 2 3 4 k (apply selection) button Monitor ................ 8 Built-in microphone.......... 76 Battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover......12, 14 Flash lamp............... 48 l (delete) button..........30 b (e movie-record) button..... 76 d button ....... 6, 56, 66, 79, 84 A (shooting mode) button ..............34, 35, 41, 44 Tripod socket ..........F17 c (playback) button........

  • Page 24: Attaching The Camera Strap And Lens Cap

    Attaching the Camera Strap and Lens Cap Attach the Lens Cap LC-CP25 to the camera strap, and then attach the strap to the camera. Attach them at two places. Lens Cap • Remove the lens cap before you take a picture. •...

  • Page 25: Raising And Lowering The Flash

    Raising and Lowering the Flash Press the m (flash pop-up) button to raise the flash. • Using the Flash (Flash Modes) ➝ A 46 • Push the flash down gently to lower the flash until it clicks into place when not in use.

  • Page 26: Using Menus (D Button)

    Using Menus (d Button) You can use the multi selector and the k button to navigate the menus. Press the d button. Press the multi selector J. • The menu is displayed. • The current tab is displayed in yellow. Shooting menu Image mode White balance...
  • Page 27 Press H or I to select an item Press the k button. in the menu. • The settings for the item you selected are displayed. Vibration reduction Set up Welcome screen Time zone and date Monitor settings Print date Vibration reduc tion Motion detec tion AF assist Press H or I to select a...

  • Page 28: The Monitor

    The Monitor • The information that is displayed in the monitor during shooting and playback changes depending on the camera’s settings and state of use. By default, information is displayed when you turn on the camera and also when you operate the camera, and disappears after a few seconds (Monitor settings (A 84) >...
  • Page 29 Shooting mode......34, 35, 41, 44 Number of exposures remaining (still images)........... 20, E25 Macro mode ............51 Internal memory indicator ......20 Zoom indicator ..........25, 51 Aperture value ............27 Focus indicator............. 26 Shutter speed............27 AE/AF-L indicator.......... E3 Focus area..............26 Flash mode............. 46 Focus area (face detection, Eye-Fi indicator ............

  • Page 30: Playback Mode

    Playback Mode 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 3 1 2 : 0 0 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 3 1 2 : 0 0 9 9 9 9 . J P G 9 9 9 9 .

  • Page 31: The Basics Of Shooting And Playback

    The Basics of Shooting and Playback Preparation Preparation 1 Insert the Batteries ..................12 Preparation 2 Insert a Memory Card................14 Preparation 3 Set the Display Language, Date, and Time........16 Shooting Step 1 Turn the Camera On....................20 Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode..................22 Step 3 Frame a Picture .......................24 Step 4 Focus and Shoot.....................26 Playback...

  • Page 32: Preparation 1 Insert The Batteries

    Preparation 1 Insert the Batteries Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. • Before opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover, hold the camera upside down to prevent the batteries from falling out. Insert the batteries. • Confirm that the positive (+) and negative (–) terminals are oriented correctly as described on the labels at the entrance of the battery chamber, and insert the batteries.
  • Page 33 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 34: Preparation 2 Insert A Memory Card

    Preparation 2 Insert a Memory Card Turn off the camera and open the battery- chamber/memory card slot cover. • When the camera turns off, the monitor turns off. • Before opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover, hold the camera upside down to prevent the batteries from falling out.

  • Page 35: Internal Memory And Memory Cards

    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 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 then press the L o n d o n k button. C a s a b l a n c a • Press H to enable daylight saving time. When the daylight saving time function is enabled, W is displayed at the top of the Back...
  • Page 38 Make sure that the lens cap has been removed, then press the A button. Press this button in shooting mode for • The lens extends and the shooting-mode selection screen shooting-mode is displayed. selection menu. When Easy auto mode is displayed, press the Easy auto mode k button.
  • Page 39 Changing the Language Setting and the Date and Time Setting • You can change these settings using the Language (E59) and Time zone and date (E47) settings in the z setup menu (A 84). • You can enable and disable daylight saving time by selecting the z setup menu > Time zone and date (E47) >...

  • Page 40: Step 1 Turn The Camera On

    Step 1 Turn the Camera On Remove the lens cap and press the power switch to turn on the camera. • The lens extends and the monitor turns on. • Raise the flash when using it (A 5). Check the battery level indicator and the Battery level indicator number of exposures remaining.

  • Page 41: Turning The Camera On And Off

    Turning the Camera On and Off • Remove the lens cap and turn the camera on. • When the camera is turned on, the power-on lamp (green) lights and then the monitor turns on (the power-on lamp turns off when the monitor turns on). •...

  • Page 42: Step 2 Select A Shooting Mode

    Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode Press the A button. • The shooting-mode selection menu, which allows you to select the desired shooting mode, is displayed. Press the multi selector H or I to Easy auto mode select the desired shooting mode and then press the k button.

  • Page 43: Available Shooting Modes

    Available Shooting Modes The camera automatically selects the optimum scene mode when G Easy auto mode (A 34) you frame a picture. Camera settings are optimized according to the scene that you select. • To select a scene, first display the shooting-mode selection b Scene (A 35) menu and then press the multi selector K.

  • Page 44: Step 3 Frame A Picture

    Step 3 Frame a Picture Hold the camera steady. • Keep fingers, hair, the camera strap, and other objects away from the lens, flash, AF-assist illuminator, and microphone. Frame the picture. Shooting mode icon • Aim the camera at the desired subject. •...

  • Page 45: 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 35, 41, and 44). • When the digital zoom is in effect, the scene mode changes to U. When Using a Tripod •...

  • Page 46: Step 4 Focus And Shoot

    Step 4 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 yellow double border (focus area). When the subject is in focus, the double border turns green. 1 / 2 5 0 1 / 2 5 0 F 3.1...

  • 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: Step 5 Play Back Images

    Step 5 Play Back Images Press the c (playback) button. • The camera switches to playback mode and the last image saved is displayed in full-frame playback mode. c (playback) button Use the multi selector to select an image to Displays the previous image display.

  • Page 49: More Information

    Viewing Images • Images may be displayed briefly at low resolution immediately after switching to the previous image or next image. • When you play back images in which the face of a person (A 59) or pet (A 40) was detected at the time of shooting, depending on the orientation of the detected face, the images are automatically rotated for playback display.

  • Page 50: Step 6 Delete Images

    Step 6 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 then press the Delete k button. • Current image: Only the current image is deleted. Current image •...
  • Page 51 Operating the Erase Selected Images Screen Press the multi selector J or K to select an Erase selec ted images image to be deleted, and then press H to add a check mark. • To undo the selection, press I to remove the check mark. •...

  • 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 adjust settings according to the shooting conditions and the kind of pictures you want to take. G (Easy Auto) Mode..........34 Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) ..

  • Page 54: G (Easy Auto) Mode

    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: To View A Description Of Each Scene

    To View a Description of Each Scene Select the desired scene from the scene selection screen and rotate the zoom control (A 2) to g (j) to view a description of that scene. To return to the original screen, rotate the zoom control to g (j) again.

  • Page 57: Night Portrait O

    e Night portrait • The flash always fires. Raise the flash before shooting. • When the camera detects a person’s face, it focuses on that face (A 59). • The skin softening feature makes the skin tones in people’s faces appear smoother (A 43). •...
  • Page 58 j Night landscape • The focus area or focus indicator (A 9) always turns green when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. k Close-up • Macro mode (A 51) is enabled and the camera automatically zooms to the closest position at which it can shoot.
  • Page 59 m Fireworks show • Shutter speed is fixed at four seconds. • The camera focuses at infinity. • When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the focus indicator (A 9) always turns green. n Black and white copy • The camera focuses on the area in the center of the frame. •...
  • Page 60 O Pet portrait • When you aim the camera at the face of a dog or cat, the camera can detect the face and focus on it. By default, the camera automatically releases the shutter once it has focused (pet portrait auto release).

  • Page 61: 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 people’s faces. Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M F Smart portrait mode M k button Frame the picture.

  • Page 62: 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 59 Auto Off When Using Smile Timer When Smile timer is set to On, the auto off function (A 84) is activated and the camera turns off when either of the situations indicated below persists and no other operations are performed.

  • Page 63: Using Skin Softening

    Using Skin Softening When the shutter is released in one of the following shooting modes, the camera detects one or more person’s faces (up to three), and processes the image to soften facial skin tones. • Portrait or Night portrait in G (easy auto) mode (A 34) •...

  • Page 64: A (Auto) Mode

    A (Auto) Mode Used for general shooting. Settings can be adjusted in the shooting menu (A 56) to suit the shooting conditions and the type of picture you want to take. Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M A (auto) mode M k button •...

  • Page 65: 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, or K can be used to set the following features. X (flash mode) n (self-timer), o (exposure compensation) pet portrait auto release p (macro mode) Available Features The features that are available vary with the shooting mode, as shown below.

  • Page 66: Using The Flash (Flash Modes)

    Using the Flash (Flash Modes) In dark locations or when the subject is backlit, you can take pictures with the flash by raising the flash. You can set the flash mode. Press the m (flash pop-up) button. • The flash pops up. •...

  • Page 67: Available Flash Modes

    Available Flash Modes Auto The flash fires automatically when lighting is dim. Auto with red-eye reduction Reduces red-eye in portraits caused by the flash (A 48). The flash does not fire. • We recommend using a tripod to stabilize the camera when shooting in dark surroundings.
  • Page 68 Lowering the Flash Push the flash down gently to lower the flash until it clicks into place when not in use (A 5). The Flash Lamp The flash lamp indicates the status of the flash when you press the shutter-release button halfway. •...

  • Page 69: Using The Self-Timer

    Using the Self-timer The camera’s self-timer can release the shutter about 10 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. When using the self-timer, use of a tripod is recommended.
  • Page 70 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 1 / 2 5 0 1 / 2 5 0 F 3.1...

  • Page 71: Using Macro Mode

    Using Macro Mode When using macro mode, the camera can focus on objects as close as about 1 cm (0.4 in.) from the lens. This feature is useful when taking close-up pictures of flowers and other small subjects. Press the multi selector I (p macro mode). Press H or I to select ON and then press the k button.
  • Page 72 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.). 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 73: Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation)

    Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation) You can adjust overall image brightness. Press the multi selector K (o exposure compensation). Press H or I to select a compensation value. • To make the image brighter, apply positive (+) exposure compensation. +0.3 • To make the image darker, apply negative (–) exposure compensation.

  • Page 74: Default Settings

    Default Settings Default settings for each shooting mode are described below. Exposure Flash Self-timer Macro compensation (A 46) (A 49) (A 51) (A 53) G (easy auto) (A 34) F (smart portrait) (A 41) U A (auto) (A 44) Scene b (A 36) c (A 36) d (A 36)
  • Page 75 Exposure Flash Self-timer Macro compensation (A 46) (A 49) (A 51) (A 53) O (A 40) Setting is used when the flash is raised. 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.

  • Page 76: Features That Can Be Set By Pressing The D Button (Shooting Menu)

    Features That Can Be Set by Pressing the d Button (Shooting Menu) When shooting, you can set the following features by pressing the d button. Shooting menu Image mode White balance Continuous ISO sensitivity Color options 2 9 m 0 s 2 9 m 0 s 9 7 0 9 7 0...

  • Page 77: Available Shooting Menus

    Available Shooting Menus Option Description Allows you to select the combination of image size and image quality Image mode used when saving images. The default setting is P 4608×3456. Allows you to adjust white balance to suit the light source in order to make the colors in images match what you see with your eye.

  • Page 78: Features That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously

    Features That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously Certain features cannot be used simultaneously. Restricted Option Description function When Continuous, BSS, or Multi-shot 16 is selected, Continuous (A 57) the flash cannot be used. Flash mode Blink proof (A 57) When Blink proof is set to On, the flash cannot be used. When Smile timer is used for shooting, the self-timer Self-timer Smile timer (A 57)

  • Page 79: Focusing

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

  • Page 80: 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 at the subject so that the subject is in the center of the frame.
  • Page 81 Subjects Not Suitable for 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 turns green: •...

  • Page 83: Playback Features

    Playback Features This chapter describes the features that are available when playing back images. Playback menu D-Lighting Skin softening 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 3 1 5 : 3 0 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 3 1 5 : 3 0 0 0 0 4 .

  • Page 84: Playback Zoom

    Playback Zoom Rotating the zoom control to g (i) in full-frame playback mode (A 28) zooms in on the center of the image displayed in the monitor. 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 3 1 5 : 3 0 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 3 1 5 : 3 0 g (i) 0 0 0 4 .

  • Page 85: Thumbnail Display, Calendar Display

    Thumbnail Display, Calendar Display Rotating the zoom control to f (h) in full-frame playback mode (A 28) displays images in “contact sheets” of thumbnail images. 2 0 1 3 0 5 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 3 1 5 : 3 0 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 3 1 5 : 3 0 0 0 0 1 .

  • Page 86: Features That Can Be Set By Pressing The D Button (Playback Menu)

    Features That Can Be Set by Pressing the d Button (Playback Menu) When viewing images in full-frame playback mode or thumbnail playback mode, you can configure the menu operations listed below by pressing the d button. Option Description Allows you to create copies with enhanced brightness and I D-Lighting* contrast, brightening dark portions of an image.

  • Page 87: 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 88 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 to the TV’s input jacks. A 69 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 89: Using Viewnx 2

    • An Internet connection is required. Compatible Operating Systems Windows Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP Macintosh Mac OS X 10.6, 10.7, 10.8 Refer to the Nikon website for details on system requirements, including the latest information on operating system compatibility.
  • Page 90 Start the computer and insert the ViewNX 2 CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. • Windows: If instructions for operating the CD-ROM are displayed in the window, follow the instructions to proceed to the installation window. • Mac OS: When the ViewNX 2 window is displayed, double-click the Welcome icon. Select a language in the language selection dialog to open the installation window.
  • Page 91 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 92: 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 93: 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 94: 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 95: Recording And Playing Back Movies

    Recording and Playing Back Movies You can record movies by simply pressing the b (e movie-record) button. 2 9 m 0 s 2 9 m 0 s 9 7 0 9 7 0 1 4 m 3 0 s 1 4 m 3 0 s Recording Movies ..........

  • Page 96: Recording Movies

    Recording Movies You can record movies by simply pressing the b (e movie-record) button. Display the shooting screen. Movie option • The icon for the selected movie option is displayed. The default setting is n HD 720p (1280×720) (A 79). 2 9 m 0 s 2 9 m 0 s 9 7 0...

  • Page 97: Camera Temperature

    Notes About Saving Data After taking pictures or recording movies, 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. Image and movie data could be lost and the camera or memory card could be damaged.
  • Page 98 Notes About Autofocus Autofocus may not perform as expected (A 61). Should this occur, try the following: 1. Set Autofocus mode in the movie menu to A Single AF (default setting) before starting movie recording (A 79, E45). 2. Frame another subject—positioned at the same distance from the camera as the intended subject—in the center of the frame, press the b (e movie-record) button to start recording, and then modify the composition.

  • Page 99: Features That Can Be Set By Pressing The D Button (Movie Menu)

    Features That Can Be Set by Pressing the d Button (Movie Menu) Enter shooting mode M d button M D tab M k button The following settings can be changed. Movie Movie options Autofocus mode Wind noise reduction Option Description Determines the type of movie that will be recorded.

  • Page 100: Playing Back Movies

    Playing Back Movies Press the c button to enter playback mode. 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 3 1 5 : 3 0 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 3 1 5 : 3 0 Movies are indicated by the movie options 0 0 1 0 .
  • Page 101 Functions Available During Playback Paused Playback controls are displayed at the top of the monitor. Press the multi selector J or K to select a control. The operations described below are available. Function Icon Description Hold down the k button to rewind the movie. Rewind Hold down the k button to advance the movie.

  • Page 103: General Camera Setup

    General Camera Setup This chapter describes the various settings that can be adjusted in the z setup menu. Set up Welcome screen Time zone and date Monitor settings Print date Vibration reduc tion 2 9 m 0 s 2 9 m 0 s Motion detec tion 9 7 0 9 7 0...

  • Page 104: Features That Can Be Set By Pressing The D Button (Setup Menu)

    Features That Can Be Set by Pressing the d Button (Setup Menu) Press the d button M z (setup) tab M k button You can change the following settings by selecting the z tab Set up when the menu is displayed. Welcome screen Time zone and date Monitor settings...
  • Page 105 Option Description 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. Allows you to set whether or not to enable the function for Eye-Fi upload sending images to a computer using a commercially available...

  • Page 107: 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 Editing Movies ....................E12 Connecting the Camera to a TV (Viewing Images on a TV)..E14 Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) ......

  • Page 108: Using Panorama Assist

    Using Panorama Assist The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame. Use a tripod for the best results. Set Vibration reduction (E53) to Off in the setup menu when using a tripod to stabilize the camera. 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 109 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 2 9 m 0 s 2 9 m 0 s number of images has been taken to complete the scene.
  • Page 110 Combining Images to Make a Panorama (Panorama Maker) • You can transfer images to a computer (A 72) and use Panorama Maker to join multiple images to make a single panorama. • Install Panorama Maker from the included “ViewNX 2” CD-ROM (A 69). •...

  • Page 111: Editing Still Images

    Editing Still Images Editing Features You can use the following features to edit your images. Edited images are saved as separate files (E67). Editing function Description Allows you to create a copy of the current image with enhanced D-Lighting (E7) brightness and contrast, brightening dark portions of the image.
  • Page 112 Notes About Image Editing • Images captured at an Image mode (E24) setting of g 4608×2592 cannot be edited. • This camera cannot edit images captured with another make or model of digital camera. • If no people’s faces are detected in an image, a copy cannot be created using the skin softening function (E8).

  • Page 113: Enhancing Brightness And Contrast

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

  • Page 114: 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 people’s faces in images and creates a copy with softer facial skin tones. Press the multi selector H or I to select the Sk in softening degree of softening and then press the k button.

  • Page 115: 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 You can create a small copy of the current image. Press the multi selector H or I to select the Small pic ture desired copy size and then press the 640 ×...

  • Page 116: Crop: Creating A Cropped Copy

    a Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy You can create a copy containing only the portion visible in the monitor when u is displayed with playback zoom (A 64) enabled. Rotate the zoom control to g (i) in full-frame playback mode (A 28) to zoom in on the image.

  • Page 117: Image Size

    Image Size • As the area to be saved is reduced, the image size (pixels) of the cropped copy is also reduced. • Images cropped to an image size of 320 × 240 or 160 × 120 are 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 3 1 5 : 3 0 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 3 1 5 : 3 0 smaller than other images when displayed during playback, and 0 0 0 5 .

  • Page 118: Editing Movies

    Editing Movies The desired portions of a recorded movie can be saved as a separate file. Play back the desired movie and pause playback (A 81). Press the multi selector J or K to select the I control, and then press the k button. •...
  • Page 119 When the settings are finished, press H or I to select m Save and then press the k button. Select Yes and then press the k button. • The edited movie is saved. S ave O K ? Notes About Movie Editing •...

  • 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 the optional audio/video cable (E68) to play back images 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 insert the cable at an angle, and do not use excessive force. When disconnecting the cable, do not pull the connector at an angle.

  • 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 (E34) Connect to the printer (E17)

  • Page 123: Connecting The Camera To A Printer

    Notes About Power Source • When connecting the camera to a printer, use batteries with a sufficient amount of charge remaining to prevent the camera from turning off unexpectedly. • You can use the AC Adapter EH-67 (available separately) to power the camera 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 insert the cable at an angle, and do not use excessive force. When disconnecting the cable, do not remove the cable at an angle.

  • Page 125: Printing Individual Images

    Printing Individual Images After properly connecting the camera to the printer (E17), follow the procedures described below to print an image. Use the multi selector to select the desired Print selec tion image and then press the k button. 1 5 / 0 5 2 0 1 3 •...
  • Page 126 Select Paper size and then press the PictBridge k button. 0 0 4 prints Star t print Copies Paper size Select the desired paper size and then press Paper size the k button. Default 3.5×5 in. • To specify paper size using settings on the printer, select 5×7 in.

  • Page 127: Printing Multiple Images

    Printing Multiple Images After properly connecting the camera to the printer (E17), 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 Print menu and then press the k button.
  • Page 128 Print selection Select which images will be printed (up to 99) and Print selec tion how many copies of each image will be printed (up to nine). • Press the multi selector J or K to select images, and then 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 DPOF printing using the Print order option (E34). • When the screen shown on the right is displayed, 0 1 0 prints select Start print and then press the k button to start printing.

  • Page 130: The Shooting Menu (For A (Auto) Mode)

    The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) Image Mode (Image Size and Quality) Enter shooting mode M d button M Shooting menu M Image mode M k button You can select the combination of image size and image quality (i.e., image compression ratio) that is used when saving images.

  • Page 131: Image Mode (Image Size And Quality)

    Number of Images That Can Be Saved The following table lists the approximate number of images that can be saved on a 4 GB memory card. Note that due to JPEG compression, the number of images that can be saved varies greatly depending on the composition of the image, even when memory capacity and image mode settings remain constant.

  • Page 132: White Balance (Adjusting Hue)

    White Balance (Adjusting Hue) Enter A (auto) mode M d button M White balance M k button 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 unusual 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 Preset manual window. Cancel Measure 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 •...

  • Page 135: Continuous Shooting

    Continuous Shooting Enter A (auto) mode M d button M Continuous M k button You can change settings to continuous or BSS (best shot selector). Option Description 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, about four images V Continuous...

  • Page 136: Iso Sensitivity

    Notes About Multi-shot 16 Smear (F3) visible in the monitor when shooting with Multi-shot 16 enabled is saved with images. Avoiding bright objects such as the sun, reflections of the sun, and electric lights when shooting with Multi-shot 16 enabled is recommended. ISO Sensitivity Enter A (auto) mode M d button M ISO sensitivity M k button When ISO sensitivity is increased, less light is needed when taking pictures.

  • Page 137: Color Options

    Color Options Enter A (auto) mode M d button M Color options M k button You can adjust the colors when images are saved. Option Description n Standard color Use to achieve natural colors in your images. (default setting) o Vivid color Use to achieve vivid colors in your images.

  • Page 138: The Smart Portrait Menu

    The Smart Portrait Menu • See “Image Mode (Image Size and Quality)” (E24) for information about Image mode. Skin Softening Enter smart portrait mode M d button M Skin softening M k button You can change skin softening settings. Option Description When the shutter is released, the camera detects one or more person’s e On (default setting)

  • Page 139: Smile Timer

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

  • Page 140: 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 a Print order M k button 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 141: Select Whether Or Not To Print Shooting Date

    Select images (up to 99) and the number of Print selec tion copies (up to nine) of each. • Press the multi selector J or K to select images, and then press H or I to set the number of copies for each. •...
  • Page 142 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 143: Slide Show

    b Slide Show Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M b Slide show M k button You can 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 then Slide show press the k button.

  • Page 144: Protect

    Notes About Slide Show • Only the first frame of movies is displayed. • The maximum playback time is up to about 30 minutes even if Loop is enabled (E57). d Protect Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M d Protect M k button You can protect selected images from accidental deletion.

  • Page 145: The Image Selection Screen

    The Image Selection Screen When using one of the following features, a screen like that Protec t shown on the right is displayed when selecting images. • Print order > Select images (E34) • Protect (E38) • Rotate image (E40) •...

  • Page 146: Rotate Image

    f Rotate Image Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M f Rotate image M k button After shooting, you can change the orientation in which still images are displayed. Still images can be rotated 90 degrees clockwise or 90 degrees counterclockwise. When you select an image you want to rotate in the image selection screen (E39), the Rotate image screen is displayed.

  • Page 147: 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 h Copy M k button You can copy images between the internal memory and a memory card. Use the multi selector to select a destination Copy option to which images are copied and then Camera to card...
  • Page 148 Notes About Copying Images • JPEG and MOV 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 (E34) options are enabled, the print order settings are not copied.

  • Page 149: The Movie Menu

    The Movie Menu Movie Options Enter shooting mode M d button M D tab M Movie options M k button You can select the desired movie option for recording movies. Larger image sizes and faster movie bit rates produce greater image quality and larger movie file sizes.
  • Page 150 Maximum Movie Recording Time The following table lists the approximate recording time available when using a 4 GB memory card. Actual recording time and file size may vary depending on subject movement and image composition, even when memory capacity and movie settings remain constant. Available recording time may also vary depending on the type of memory card being used.

  • Page 151: Autofocus Mode

    Autofocus Mode Enter shooting mode M d button M D tab M Autofocus mode M k button You can select how the camera focuses in movie mode. Option Description Focus is locked when the b (e movie-record) button is pressed to A Single AF start recording.

  • Page 152: The Setup Menu

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

  • Page 153: Time Zone And Date

    Time Zone and Date d button M z tab M Time zone and date M k button You can set the camera clock. Option Description Allows you to set the camera’s clock to the Date and time current date and time. Use the multi selector to set each item displayed on the screen.
  • Page 154 Selecting the Travel Destination Time Zone Use the multi selector to select Time zone Time zone and date and then press the k button. 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 3 1 5 : 3 0 London, Casablanca Date and time D/M/Y Date format...

  • Page 155: Time Zone

    Press J or K to select the travel destination 1 1 : 3 0 – 0 4 : 0 0 time zone. New York Toronto • If daylight saving time is in effect, press H to enable Lima daylight saving time function. W is displayed at the top of the monitor and the camera clock is advanced one hour.

  • Page 156: Monitor Settings

    Monitor Settings d button M z tab M Monitor settings M k button You can set the options below. Option Description 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 You can select whether or not the photo information is displayed in the monitor.
  • Page 157 Shooting mode Playback mode 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 3 1 5 : 3 0 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 3 1 5 : 3 0 0 0 0 4 . J P G 0 0 0 4 .

  • Page 158: Print Date (Imprinting Date And Time)

    Print Date (Imprinting Date and Time) d button M z tab M Print date M k button 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 (E36). 15.05.2013 15.05.2013 Option...

  • Page 159: Vibration Reduction

    Vibration Reduction d button M z tab M Vibration reduction M k button You can select the vibration reduction setting used when shooting. Vibration reduction allows you to reduce the effects of camera shake, which commonly occurs when shooting with zoom applied or when shooting at slow shutter speeds. The effects of camera shake are reduced when recording movies, in addition to when shooting still images.

  • Page 160: Motion Detection

    Motion Detection d button M z tab M Motion detection M k button You can select the motion detection setting—which reduces the effects of subject movement and camera shake—used when shooting still images. Option Description When the camera detects subject movement or camera shake, the ISO sensitivity and shutter speed are automatically increased to reduce blurring.

  • Page 161: Af Assist

    AF Assist d button M z tab M AF assist M k button You can enable or disable the AF-assist illuminator, which assists autofocus operation when the subject is dimly lit. Option Description The AF-assist illuminator lights automatically when the subject is dimly lit. The illuminator has a range of about 4.5 m (14 ft) at the maximum wide-angle Auto position and about 3.0 m (9 ft 10 in.) at the maximum telephoto position.

  • Page 162: Sound Settings

    Sound Settings d button M z tab M Sound settings M k button You can adjust the following sound settings. Option Description Select On (default setting) or Off. When On is selected, a beep sounds once when operations are completed successfully, two times when the focus has Button sound been locked, and three times when an error is detected, and the welcome sound is played when the camera is turned on.

  • Page 163: Auto Off

    Auto Off d button M z tab M Auto off M k button 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 21). This setting determines the amount of time that passes before the camera enters standby mode.

  • Page 164: Format Memory/Format Card

    Format Memory/Format Card d button M z tab M Format memory/Format card M k button 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 165: Language

    Language d button M z tab M Language M k button You can select one of 29 languages for display of camera menus and messages. Czech Russian Danish Romanian German Finnish (Default setting) Swedish Spanish Vietnamese Greek Turkish French Ukrainian Indonesian Arabic Italian...

  • Page 166: Video Mode

    Video Mode d button M z tab M Video mode M k button You can adjust settings for connection to a TV. Set the camera’s analog video output signal to NTSC or PAL according to the specification of your TV. Blink Warning d button M z tab M Blink warning M k button You can select whether or not the camera detects human subjects that have blinked using...
  • Page 167 The Blink Warning Screen When the Did someone blink? screen shown on the right is Did someone blink? 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. Exit Exit Function...

  • Page 168: Eye-Fi Upload

    Eye-Fi Upload d button M z tab M Eye-Fi upload M k button You can select whether or not the camera’s Eye-Fi card (available from third-party manufacturers) sends images to your computer. Option Description Images created with this camera are uploaded to the pre-determined b Enable computer.

  • Page 169: Reset All

    Reset All d button M z tab M Reset all M k button When Reset is selected, the camera’s settings are restored to their default values. Basic Shooting Functions Option Default value Flash mode (A 46) Auto Self-timer (A 49) Macro mode (A 51) Exposure compensation (A 53) Scene Mode...
  • Page 170 Shooting Menu Option Default value P 4608×3456 Image mode (E24) White balance (E26) Auto Continuous (E29) Single ISO sensitivity (E30) Auto Color options (E31) Standard color Movie Menu Option Default value Movie options (E43) HD 720p (1280×720) Autofocus mode (E45) Single AF Wind noise reduction (E45) Setup Menu...

  • Page 171: Battery Type

    Sleep mode (E57) Blink warning (E60) Eye-Fi upload (E62) Disable Others Option Default value Paper size (E20, E21) Default Frame interval for slide show (E37) Loop setting for slide shows (E37) • Selecting Reset all also resets the camera’s file numbering (E67). After a reset, the camera determines the largest file number in the internal memory or on the memory card and saves images using the next available file number.

  • Page 172: Battery Type

    Option Description Alkaline (default setting) LR6/L40 (AA-size) alkaline batteries COOLPIX (Ni-MH) Nikon EN-MH2 rechargeable Ni-MH (nickel metal hydride) batteries Lithium FR6/L91 (AA-size) lithium batteries Firmware Version d button M z tab M Firmware version M k button You can view the current camera firmware version.

  • Page 173: File And Folder Names

    “0001”) edited movies • Files are saved in folders named with a folder number followed by “NIKON” (e.g. “100NIKON”). A single folder can hold up to 200 images; if the current folder already contains 200 images, a new folder, named by adding one to the current folder name, is created the next time an image is captured (e.g.

  • Page 174: Optional Accessories

    Optional Accessories • Battery Charger MH-73 (includes four EN-MH2 rechargeable Ni-MH Battery charger, batteries) • Replacement rechargeable batteries: Rechargeable Ni-MH batteries rechargeable batteries* EN-MH2-B4 (set of four EN-MH2 batteries) AC adapter AC Adapter EH-67 Audio/video cable Audio Video Cable EG-CP14 Hand strap Hand Strap AH-CP1 * When using EN-MH2 rechargeable Ni-MH batteries with the camera, charge the batteries four at a...

  • Page 175: Error Messages

    If the error persists even after the camera is 4, 20 and turn the camera on. turned off and then on again, contact retailer or Nikon- authorized service representative. Clock not set. (flashes) Set date and time.
  • Page 176 Display Cause/Solution Memory card has not been formatted for use in the 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 177 Display Cause/Solution Cannot edit selected image. Image cannot be • Select images that support editing function. modified. • Movies cannot be edited. – Time out error while saving movie on the memory card. Cannot record movie. Select a memory card with faster write speed. No images in the internal memory or memory card.
  • Page 178 Error has occurred in camera’s internal circuitry. Turn camera off, remove and reinsert batteries, and turn System error 12, 21 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 –...

  • Page 179: Technical Notes And Index

    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 Approved Memory Cards ................F19 Supported Standards..................F20 Index .................F21...

  • Page 180: Caring For The Product

    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 ix-xv) when using or storing your camera. Do Not Subject the Product to Strong Shocks The product may malfunction if dropped or struck.
  • Page 181 • 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 182: 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 L320, charge four batteries at a time using Battery Charger MH-73. Use only Battery Charger MH-73 to charge EN-MH2 batteries.
  • Page 183 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 184: Memory Cards

    Memory Cards • Use only Secure Digital memory cards. Approved memory cards ➝ F19 • 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 185: 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 186: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. Power, Display, Settings Issues Problem Cause/Solution • Wait for recording to end. – • If the problem persists, turn the camera off.

  • Page 187: Shooting Mode

    Problem Cause/Solution • Adjust monitor brightness. 84, E50 Monitor is hard to read. • Monitor is dirty. Clean monitor. • If camera clock has not been set, O flashes when shooting images and recording movies. Images and movies saved before clock is set are dated “00/ Date and time of recording 00/0000 00:00”...

  • Page 188: Playback Mode

    Shooting Issues Problem Cause/Solution Cannot switch to shooting 67, 72, Disconnect USB cable. mode. • When camera is in playback mode, press the A button, the shutter-release button, or the No image captured when b (e movie-record) button. the shutter-release button is •...
  • Page 189 Problem Cause/Solution • The flash is lowered or the flash mode is set to 5, 46 W (off). • Scene mode with which the flash does not fire is Flash does not fire. selected. • On is selected for Blink proof in smart portrait 57, E33 menu.
  • Page 190 Problem Cause/Solution • The flash is lowered or the flash mode is set to W (off). • Flash is blocked by finger or other object. • Subject is beyond flash range. Images are too dark • Adjust exposure compensation. (underexposed). •...
  • Page 191 Playback Issues Problem Cause/Solution • File or folder was overwritten or renamed by – computer or other make of camera. File cannot be played back. • This camera cannot play back movies recorded with another make or model of digital camera. •...
  • Page 192 Nikon Transfer 2 does not – • Confirm system requirements. start when camera is • Computer is not set to start Nikon Transfer 2 connected. automatically. For more information about Nikon Transfer 2, refer to help information contained in ViewNX 2.

  • Page 193: Specifications

    Specifications Nikon COOLPIX L320 Digital Camera Type Compact digital camera Number of effective pixels 16.1 million Image sensor -in. type CCD; approx. 16.44 million total pixels Lens NIKKOR lens with 26x optical zoom 4.0–104.0 mm (angle of view equivalent to that of 22.5–585 mm...
  • Page 194 Storage Media Internal memory (approx. 49 MB), SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card File system DCF, Exif 2.3, and DPOF compliant Still pictures: JPEG File formats Movies: MOV (Video: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, Audio: LPCM monaural) • 16M (High) [4608 × 3456P] • 16M [4608 × 3456] •...
  • Page 195 Interface Hi-Speed USB Data transfer protocol MTP, PTP Video output Can be selected from NTSC and PAL Audio/video (A/V) output; digital I/O (USB) I/O terminal DC input connector Arabic, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hindi, Hungarian, Supported languages Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese (European and Brazilian), Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai,...
  • Page 196 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 197: 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 198: Supported Standards

    • 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 199: Index

    Index AF assist..........84, E55 Symbols AF-assist illuminator ........... 2 R ............E3 Alkaline batteries..........12 g Telephoto............25 Aperture value ............ 27 f Wide-angle............ 25 i Playback zoom ..........64 Audio/video cable ........67, 68, E14, E68 h Thumbnail playback....... 65 Audio/video-in jack .......
  • Page 200 Blink warning........85, E60 Dusk/dawn i............. 37 Brightness ............. E50 BSS............38, E29 Easy auto mode..........34 Built-in microphone ........... 3 Editing movies ..........E12 Button sound..........E56 EN-MH2 ..........E68, F4 Exposure compensation....... 53 Calendar display ..........65 Extension............E67 Close-up k ............
  • Page 201 Imprinting date and time ... 19, E52 Night landscape j ......... 38 Internal memory..........15 Night portrait e..........37 ISO sensitivity........57, E30 Nikon Transfer 2 ........71, 72 Number of exposures remaining JPG..............E67 ..............20, E25 Landscape c ............36 Optical zoom ............
  • Page 202 Playback menu ......... 66, E34 Sepia............57, E31 Playback mode ........... 28 Setup menu........84, E46 Playback zoom........... 64 Shooting ..........20, 24, 26 Portrait b .............. 36 Shooting menu ....... 56, 57, E24 Power............... 20, 21 Shooting mode button........3 Power switch ..........

  • Page 203: Zoom Control

    Time difference ......... E48 Time zone ..........17, E47 Time zone and date....16, 84, E47 Tripod socket ........... 3, F17 TV .............. 68, E14 USB cable ........67, 72, E18 USB/audio/video output connector ......... 2, 67, 72, E14, E16 Vibration reduction......
  • 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. CT3B02(11) 6MN15011-02...

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