Nikon CoolPix 4800 User Manual
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For Your Safety

To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others,
read the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equip-
ment. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the product
will read them.
The consequences that could result from failure to observe the precautions
listed in this section are indicated by the following symbol:
This icon marks warnings, information that should be read before using this
Nikon product to prevent possible injury.
WARNINGS
Do not look at the sun through the view-
fi nder
Viewing the sun or other strong light
source through the viewfi nder could
cause permanent visual impairment.
Turn off immediately in the event of
malfunction
Should you notice smoke or an unusual
smell coming from the equipment or
from the AC adapter (available sepa-
rately), unplug the AC adapter and re-
move the battery immediately, taking
care to avoid burns. Continued opera-
tion could result in injury. After remov-
ing the battery, take the equipment to a
Nikon-authorized service representative
for inspection.
Do not use in the presence of fl ammable
gas
Do not use electronic equipment in the
presence of fl ammable gas, as this could
result in explosion or fi re.
Observe caution when using the camera
strap
Never place the strap around the neck
of an infant or child.
Do not disassemble
Touching the product's internal parts
could result in injury. In the event of
malfunction, the product should be
repaired only by a qualifi ed technician.
Should the product break open as the
result of a fall or other accident, take
the product to a Nikon-authorized ser-
vice representative for inspection after
unplugging the AC adapter and remov-
ing the battery.
Observe proper precautions when han-
dling batteries
Batteries may leak or explode if improp-
erly handled.
Observe the following
precautions when handling batteries for
use in this product:
• Before replacing the battery, turn the
product off and make sure the power-
on lamp has gone out. If you are using
an AC adapter, be sure it is unplugged.
• Use only rechargeable Nikon EN-EL1
lithium-ion batteries (supplied) or six-
volt 2CR5 (DL245) lithium batteries
(available separately).
• When inserting the battery, do not at-
tempt to insert it upside down or back-
wards.
• Do not short or disassemble batteries.
• Do not expose batteries to fl ame or to
excessive heat.
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May 27, 2025

change the language

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Mr. Anderson
May 27, 2025

To change the language on the Nikon 4800:

1. Open the Setup Menu.
2. Select "Language."
3. Choose your preferred language from the list.
4. Press the center of the multi selector to confirm the selection.

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Summary of Contents for Nikon CoolPix 4800

  • Page 1: For Your Safety

    For Your Safety To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equip- ment. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the product will read them.
  • Page 2 • Do not immerse in or expose to water. Removing memory cards • No part of the manuals included with • Nikon will not be held liable for any • Replace the terminal cover when trans- Memory cards may become hot during...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Notice for customers in Canada For Your Safety....................Notices......................CAUTION ATTENTION This class B digital apparatus meets all re- Cet appareil numérique de la classe B res- Introduction quirements of the Canadian Interference pecte toutes les exigences du Règlement Parts of the Camera ..................
  • Page 4 Movies The Setup Menu ....................Welcome Screen ..................Choosing a Movie Mode ................Date......................Recording Movies....................Date Imprint....................Viewing Movies ....................Monitor Settings..................Sound Settings ....................More on Playback Auto Off ...................... Viewing Pictures on the Camera ..............Format memory / Format Card ..............
  • Page 5: Movies

    Basic Photography This icon marks notes, information ra phy. Ad di tion al information may be available from the Nikon rep re sen ta tive in your that should be read before using area. See the URL below for contact in for ma tion: the camera.
  • Page 6: Parts Of The Camera

    Parts of the Camera Power-on lamp Diopter-adjustment Power switch Self-timer lamp ( 40)/ (display) button ( control ( AF-Assist illuminator Electronic viewfi nder (LED; 19, 102, 111) Mode dial ( Microphone 4, 6) Speaker 43, 46, 51) Zoom buttons ( 47, 51, 97) Monitor 4, 6)
  • Page 7: Monitor / Electronic Viewfi Nder

    Monitor / Electronic Viewfi nder Shooting Playback The following indicators appear in the monitor and electronic viewfi nder dur- The following indicators appear in the monitor during playback. ing shooting. 12 11 9 Current folder ......23 Quick playback zoom indicator.. 22 File number and type ....
  • Page 8: The Button

    Button The Mode Dial The electronic viewfi nder can be used to frame pictures when bright ambient To select a mode, align the mode icon with the “ ” lighting conditions make it diffi cult to see the display in the monitor. Use the mark next to the mode dial.
  • Page 9: First Steps

    Your camera uses either of the following batteries: ( ). Battery Description • Provided with camera Rechargeable Nikon • Can be recharged using supplied MH-53 battery charger (be sure to charge battery before using camera for fi rst EN-EL1 lithium-ion batteries (×1) time or after long period of disuse).
  • Page 10: Inserting Memory Cards

    Inserting Memory Cards Pictures are stored on the camera’s 13.5 MB internal memory or on removable Formatting Memory Cards Secure Digital (SD) memory cards. For information on compatible memory Memory cards must be formatted before fi rst use. Use the format option in the cards, see “Technical Notes: Optional Accessories”...
  • Page 11: Turning The Camera On

    Turning the Camera On Basic Setup Press the power switch until the power-on lamp lights. The fi rst time the camera is turned on, a language-selection dialog will be The fi rst time the camera is turned on, the language-se- displayed.
  • Page 12 HOME TIME ZONE HOME TIME ZONE DATE DATE 2004 Madrid, Paris, Berlin Back Select home time zone. Display DATE menu. DATE DATE DATE DATE 2004 2004 Edit Day (order of Day, Month, and Select Month. Repeat steps 8–9 to Year may differ in some areas). edit Month, Year, hour, and minute.
  • Page 13: Basic Photography

    Basic Photography This section describes how to take pictures in (auto) mode, an automatic, “point-and-shoot” mode recommended for fi rst-time users of digital cam- eras. Step 1 —Select Mode Rotate the mode dial to and turn the camera on The power-on lamp will light and a welcome screen will appear in the monitor or electronic viewfi...
  • Page 14: Step 2 — Frame The Picture

    When operating the diopter control with your eye to the Frame your subject viewfi nder, care should be taken to avoid accidentally putting Your Nikon digital camera is equipped with two your fi nger in your eye. types of built-in zoom: optical zoom, in which the camera’s telescoping lens can be used to magnify...
  • Page 15: Step 3 — Focus And Shoot

    Step 3 — Focus and Shoot Focus During Recording Press the shutter-release button halfway to set focus While pictures are being recorded, the internal memory / memory card indicator ( and exposure. At default settings, the camera will ) will blink. The camera can continue to take pictures until the (wait) icon is displayed.
  • Page 16: Step 4 — View The Results

    Step 4 — View the Results Press the button AF / AE Lock A picture will be displayed in the monitor. Focus and exposure are locked when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, and remain locked while the shutter-release button is held in this position (focus lock).
  • Page 17 49). pictures taken using panorama assist (e.g., “101P_001”; 36), and “NIKON” for all other photographs (e.g., “100NIKON”). Folders can hold up to 200 pictures; if you take a picture when the current folder contains 200 pictures, a new folder will be created by adding one to the current folder number.
  • Page 18: Scene Mode

    The four assist modes offer a selection of framing assist options that allow you to compose pictures with the The COOLPIX 4800 offers a choice of eleven “scene” and four “assist” help of framing guides displayed in the monitor. modes. In these modes, camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected subject type, sparing the user the necessity of adjusting settings one by one.
  • Page 19 Portrait Assist In addition to the options on the preceding page, the portrait-mode framing assist menu contains Sensitivity and Image mode options. (portrait assist) mode is used to frame portraits in which the main subject stands out clearly while back- Sensitivity ground details are softened, lending the composition The Sensitivity menu contains the following options:...
  • Page 20 Landscape Assist In addition to the options on the preceding page, the landscape-mode fram- ing assist menu contains Exposure BSS and Image mode options. (landscape assist) mode is used for vivid landscape shots that enhance outlines, colors, and contrast. A Exposure BSS framing assist menu helps frame not only natural land- The Exposure BSS menu contains the following op-...
  • Page 21 Sports Assist Night Portrait Assist (sports assist) mode is used for dynamic action shots (night portrait assist) mode is used for taking portrait that capture moving objects. The options in the assist shots at night, when it provides a natural balance be- menu can be used to freeze the action in a single shot tween the main subject and the background.
  • Page 22 Scene Mode (scene) mode offers a menu of eleven “scenes,” each corresponding to The following scenes are available: a common situation, such as a backlit subject, sunset, or interior shot. Cam- Party/Indoor era settings are automatically adjusted to suit the selected scene, sparing the Use for shots that include details of the background, or to user the necessity of adjusting each setting separately.
  • Page 23 Dusk / Dawn Fireworks show Preserves the colors seen in the weak natural light before Slow shutter speeds are used to capture the expanding burst sunrise or after sunset. of light from a fi rework. • Noise reduction ( 35) turns on at slow shutter speeds. •...
  • Page 24: Taking Pictures For A Panorama

    Panorama assist Take fi rst picture. About one third of Use when taking a series of pictures picture is shown superimposed on view through lens (if pan direction is left to that will later be joined to form a single right, picture will appear on left side scene (for example, a panorama or 360 °...
  • Page 25: More On Photography

    More on Photography Using the Flash: Flash Mode Don’t Block the Flash Window When using the fl ash, be sure that your fi ngers or other objects do not obstruct the The following fl ash modes are available: fl ash window. Auto Flash Off Mode How it works...
  • Page 26: Taking A Self-Portrait: Self-Timer Mode

    Taking a Self-Portrait: Self-Timer Mode Easy Close-ups: Macro Close-up Mode The camera is equipped with a ten-second timer for portraits or to avoid blur- Macro close-up mode is used for taking close-up shots of small objects at very ring that may result from the camera moving when the shutter-release button short distances (minimum 1cm/0.4˝).
  • Page 27: Controlling Exposure: Exposure Compensation

    Controlling Exposure: Exposure Compensation Exposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera. Exposure compensation can be set to values between –2.0 EV (underexposure) and +2.0 EV (overexposure) in increments of Display exposure compensation menu. Highlight desired value.
  • Page 28: Choosing A Movie Mode

    Movies Choosing a Movie Mode The camera can record the following types of movie. All movies are recorded in color at a frame rate of 15 frames per second, with sound recorded via the built-in microphone. Max. length Internal 256 MB memory memory Option...
  • Page 29 To select a movie mode: The movie menu also includes the following focus options: Option Description MOVIE MOVIE Camera focuses when shutter-release button is pressed halfway. Single AF Movie options Focus locks when focus operation is complete. Continuous AF Auto-focus mode Camera adjusts focus continuously.
  • Page 30: Recording Movies

    Recording Movies Viewing Movies Rotate the mode dial to and turn the cam- In full-frame playback ( 48), movies are indicated by era on icon and can be viewed by pressing the center The exposure count display shows the maximum of the multi selector.
  • Page 31: More On Playback

    More on Playback Viewing Pictures on the Camera Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom Use the (T) button to zoom in on images displayed in To view pictures, press the button (if the camera is 08 08 01 01 2004 2004 2004 100 100NIKON...
  • Page 32: Cropping Pictures

    Copies can only be created if suffi cient memory is available. Cropped copies may not display or transfer correctly when viewed on other models of Nikon camera. Cropping Voice memo fi le names have the same identifi er and four-digit fi le number as the associ-...
  • Page 33: Viewing Pictures On Tv

    Viewing Pictures on TV Viewing Pictures on a Computer The EG-CP14 audio / video (A / V) cable included with the camera can be used Using the UC-E6 USB cable and PictureProject software provided with your to connect the camera to a television or video-cassette recorder (VCR). camera, you can view your photographs and movies on a computer.
  • Page 34 Choosing a USB Option Connecting the USB Cable Turn the computer on and wait for it to start up. After confi rming that the SET-UP SET-UP SET-UP SET-UP camera is off, connect the UC-E6 USB cable as shown below. Connect the camera directly to the computer;...
  • Page 35: Printing Pictures

    Printing Pictures Disconnecting the Camera To print pictures: • select pictures for printing using Print set ( 58) and take the memory If PTP is selected in the USB menu, you can turn the camera off and discon- card to a digital print service center or insert the card into a personal photo nect the USB cable once transfer is complete.
  • Page 36: Print Set

    Print Set PRINT SET PRINT SET The Print set option in the playback menu is used to create digital “print or- Done Done ders” for devices that support DPOF ( 57). The camera must be in playback mode to create or modify print orders ( 76).
  • Page 37: Printing Via Direct Usb Connection

    Printing Via Direct USB Connection Step 2 — Connect the USB Cable After confi rming that the camera is off, connect the UC-E6 USB cable as When the camera is connected to a PictBridge-compatible printer via the UC- shown below. E6 USB cable, selected pictures can be printed directly from the camera.
  • Page 38 To print the current print order: PRINT SELECTION PRINT SELECTION PRINT SELECTION PRINT SELECTION PictBridge PictBridge DPOF PRINTING DPOF PRINTING Printer ready? Printer ready? 08 . 01. 08 . 01. Print prints prints 2004 2004 12 : 10 12 : 10 DPOF printing Start print Back...
  • Page 39: Menu Guide

    Menu Guide Select Press Select Image mode The Shooting Menu Image Mode Pictures taken with a digital camera are recorded as im- IMAGE MODE IMAGE MODE The following shooting menu options are available in (auto) mode: age fi les. The size of the fi les, and with it the number High ( 2288 ) of images that can be recorded, depends on the size Option...
  • Page 40: Image Mode

    Select Press Select White balance The following table shows the approximate number of pictures that can be White Balance stored in internal memory and on a 256-megabyte memory card in different The color of the light refl ected from an object varies WHITE BALANCE WHITE BALANCE 1/3 image modes.
  • Page 41: Continuous

    Select Press Select Continuous Preset White Balance Continuous Preset white balance is used when shooting under WHITE BAL PRESET WHITE BAL PRESET Use the options in this menu to capture a fl eeting CONTINUOUS CONTINUOUS mixed lighting or to compensate for light sources with expression on a portrait subject, photograph a subject Single a strong color cast (for example, to make pictures taken...
  • Page 42: Best Shot Selector (Bss)

    Select Press Select Select Press Select Sensitivity Best Shot Selector (BSS) Sensitivity The options in the “best-shot selector” (BSS) menu Sensitivity (ISO equivalency) is a measure of how quick- BEST SHOT SELECTOR BEST SHOT SELECTOR SENSITIVITY SENSITIVITY are recommended for situations in which inadvertent ly the camera reacts to light.
  • Page 43: Image Adjustment

    Select Press Select Select Press Select Image sharpening Image adjustment Image Adjustment Image Sharpening The options in the image adjustment menu control This option controls how the camera processes pictures IMAGE ADJUSTMENT IMAGE ADJUSTMENT 1/2 IMAGE SHARPENING IMAGE SHARPENING 1/2 contrast.
  • Page 44: Af Area Mode

    Select Press Select Select Press Select Color Options AF area mode AF Area Mode Color Options AF area mode determines how the focus area is se- This option is used to heighten the vividness of colors AF AREA MODE AF AREA MODE COLOR OPTIONS COLOR OPTIONS 1/2 lected.
  • Page 45: The Playback Menu

    Press Press Select The Playback Menu Slide show The playback menu contains the following options: Slide Show This option is used to play pictures back in an auto- SLIDE SHOW SLIDE SHOW Option Description mated “slide show” with about three seconds between Select pictures for printing on DPOF-compatible devices;...
  • Page 46: Slide Show

    The following operations can be performed during the show: Press to rotate picture 90 ° left (→ SELECT IMAGE SELECT IMAGE ( S ) appears on picture) or to rotate pic- Press Description ture 90 ° right (← appears on picture). Movies can not be rotated.
  • Page 47: Delete

    Press Press Select Delete Delete Deleting All Pictures The delete menu contains the following options: DELETE DELETE DELETE DELETE Highlight Erase all images. Option Description Erase selected images Erase selected images Erase selected images Delete selected pictures. Erase all images Erase all images Delete all pictures.
  • Page 48: Protect

    999 pictures, use PictureProject or select and transfer pictures in batches of 999 Complete operation. or less. The COOLPIX 4800 can not be used to transfer pictures selected for transfer with an- other model of Nikon digital camera. Use the COOLPIX 4800 to reselect the pictures. Icon Pictures that have been selected for transfer are identifi...
  • Page 49: Small Picture

    Small Pictures Copies can only be created if suffi cient memory is available. Small copies may not dis- play or transfer correctly when viewed on other models of Nikon camera. Small copies can not be created from movies ( 43), small pictures, or cropped copies.
  • Page 50: Copy

    Press Press Select Copy Copy Repeat steps 5–6 to select additional pictures. To deselect picture, select To copy pictures from internal memory to a memory and press multi selector down. To exit without changing selection, press COPY COPY button. card or from a memory card to internal memory, insert a memory card in the camera and follow the steps be- Confi...
  • Page 51: Sort By Date

    Press Press Select Press Press Select Sort by date Instant index Sort by Date Instant Index To sort pictures into separate folders by date, select This option creates “index prints” that show sixteen SORT BY DATE SORT BY DATE INSTANT INDEX INSTANT INDEX Sort by date in the playback menu.
  • Page 52: Instant Index

    Creating Index Prints for All Pictures INSTANT INDEX INSTANT INDEX Highlight All images. Select images Select all Confi rmation dialog displayed. Press INSTANT INDEX INSTANT INDEX multi selector up or down to highlight Save instant index option, press center to select: image? •...
  • Page 53: The Setup Menu

    The Setup Menu The setup menu contains the following options: Option Description Welcome screen Select a start-up screen. Set the camera clock and choose home and travel Date destination time zones. 93–94 Imprint pictures with the date and/or time of re- Date imprint cording.
  • Page 54: Welcome Screen

    Disable welcome Date Date Nikon Time zone Date is used to set the camera clock to the current date Animation and time. See “First Steps: Basic Setup” ( 13).
  • Page 55: Date

    Select Select Date imprint (Travel Destination Time Zone) Date Imprint To set the clock to the travel destination time zone, The date imprint option is used to imprint the date or DATE IMPRINT DATE IMPRINT highlight and press the center of the multi selector. the date and time of recording on pictures as they are While the travel destination time zone selected, a recorded to the memory card.
  • Page 56: Monitor Settings

    Select Select Select Select Monitor settings Sound settings Monitor Settings Sound Settings This option controls the monitor settings described The options in this menu control the sound settings MONITOR SETTING MONITOR SETTING SOUND SETTINGS SOUND SETTINGS 1/2 below. listed below. Start-up Display Button sound Review Options...
  • Page 57: Auto Off

    Select Select Select Select Language Auto off Auto Off Language The time the camera remains active when no opera- Choose the language for camera menus and mes- AUTO OFF AUTO OFF Deutsch Svenska tions are performed can be chosen from 30 seconds, 1 sages from Deutsch (German), English, Español English Es p añol...
  • Page 58: Firmware Version

    Setting Default Setting Default Welcome screen Animation Night portrait NIGHT PORTRAIT assist Date imprint Sensitivity Auto Monitor options Start-up display Monitor On Image mode Normal (2288) Review options Review On White balance Auto Brightness Continuous Single Best Shot Selector Sound settings Sensitivity Auto Button sound...
  • Page 59: Technical Notes

    Technical Notes Optional Accessories At the time of writing, the following optional accessories were available for your Nikon digital camera. Contact your local retailer or Nikon representative for details. Rechargeable Additional EN-EL1 Li-ion batteries are available from your re- battery...
  • Page 60: Caring For Your Camera

    Caring for Your Camera To ensure continued enjoyment of your Nikon product, observe the following Cleaning precautions when storing or using the device: Lens/ Viewfi nder Keep dry Do not drop One key to preserving the condition of these glass parts is to not touch them...
  • Page 61: Error Messages

    Error Messages Storage The following table lists the error messages and other warnings that appear in the monitor and how to deal with them. Turn the camera off when not in use and check that the power-on lamp is off before putting the camera away. To prevent mold or mildew, store the Display Problem Solution...
  • Page 62 Error has occurred during again. If error persists, con- LENS ERROR — Error occurred when pic- Restart transfer after check- lens operation. tact retailer or Nikon repre- TRANSFER ERROR tures were transferred to ing that camera is connected sentative. 15, 55 computer.
  • Page 63: Troubleshooting

    Problem Solution • Camera is in playback mode. lems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon representative. Refer to • Batteries are exhausted. the page numbers listed in the right-most column for information on solving • Flash indicator blinks: fl ash is charging.
  • Page 64: Specifi Cations

    Specifi cations Problem Solution Type E4800 digital camera Colors are unnatural • White balance does not match light source. Effective pixels 4.0 million File can not be • File has been overwritten or renamed by computer — played back or other make of camera. 1 2.5 ˝...
  • Page 65: Index

    DC in; audio / video (A / V) out with digital I/O (sports assist) mode, 30 JPG, 23 during shooting, 19 (transfer) button, 53 Power sources • One rechargeable Nikon EN-EL1 lithium-ion battery (supplied) in full-frame playback, 21 (transfer) icon, 83 • One 2CR5 lithium battery selected pictures, 80 Language, 99...
  • Page 66 Shutter-release button, 6, 18 W button, see Zoom buttons On/off, see Power switch Size, see Image mode Slide show, 77–79 Zoom, 16 Small pic., 85 PAL, see Video mode digital, 16, 46 Smear, 103 Panorama assist, 36 indicator, 16 Sort by date, 88 Party/Indoor, 33 optical, 16 Sound, 97...

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