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

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents For Your Safety................iii Notices....................vi Introduction..............1 Parts of the Camera...............2 Still Image Mode ............... 7 Taking Photos in Still Image Mode ..........7 Viewing Photographs ..............14 Smart Photo Selector Mode ..........16 Taking Photos in Smart Photo Selector Mode .......16 Viewing Photographs ..............19 Movie Mode ..............

  • Page 3: Product Documentation

    Adobe website. 1 Start the computer and insert the reference manual CD. 2 Double-click the CD (Nikon 1 J1) icon in Computer or My Computer (Windows) or on the desktop (Mac OS). 3 Double-click the INDEX.pdf icon to display a language selec- tion screen and click a language to display the Reference Man- ual.
  • Page 4 • For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/ • For users in Europe and Africa: http://www.europe-nikon.com/support/ • For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http://www.nikon-asia.com/ 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.

  • Page 5: 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 6 • Do not attempt to insert the battery Do not remain in contact with the camera or charger for extended periods while the upside down or backwards. devices are on or in use. Parts of the • Do not expose the battery to flame device become hot.
  • Page 7 • Keep dry. Failure to observe this jacks, use only the cables provided or precaution could result in fire or sold by Nikon for the purpose to electric shock. maintain compliance with product • Do not short the charger terminals.

  • Page 8: Notices

    Notices • No part of the manuals included • Nikon will not be held liable for any with this product may be repro- damages resulting from the use of duced, transmitted, transcribed, this product. stored in a retrieval system, or trans- •...
  • Page 9 If this Use the interface cables sold or pro- equipment does cause harmful inter- vided by Nikon for your equipment. ference to radio or television recep- Using other interface cables may tion, which can be determined by...
  • Page 10 Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction Note that simply being in possession of material that has been digitally cop- ied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera, or other device may be punishable by law. • Items prohibited by law from being copied •...
  • Page 11 Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including charg- ers, batteries, AC adapters, and flash accessories) certified by Nikon specifi- cally for use with this Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven to operate within the operational and safety requirements of this electronic cir- cuitry.

  • Page 13: Introduction

    Introduction Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon digital camera that sup- ports interchangeable lenses. For a complete guide to using your digital camera, see the Reference Manual (on CD). To get the most from your camera, please be sure to read both the Quick Start Guide and User’s Manual thoroughly and keep them where...

  • Page 14: Parts Of The Camera

    Parts of the Camera Take a few moments to familiarize yourself with camera controls and displays. You may find it helpful to bookmark this section and refer to it as you read through the rest of the manual. The Camera Body Movie-record button ....
  • Page 15 The Camera Body (Continued) z Motion Snapshot mode (0 28) y Smart Photo Selector mode (0 16) C Still image mode (0 7) 1 Movie mode (0 21) Press the multi selector up, down, left, or right (1,3, 4, or 2), or rotate it as shown at right.
  • Page 16 The Monitor 10 11 26 25 23 22 Shooting mode ........3 Number of exposures Exposure mode ........44 remaining..........5 Flexible program indicator Number of shots remaining Flash mode ...........39 before memory buffer fills ..9, 13 Flash-ready indicator ......39 White balance recording indicator Self-timer/ Card warning indicator remote control mode .......36...
  • Page 17 Turning the Camera On Press the power switch to turn the cam- era on. The power lamp will briefly light green and the monitor will turn on. Turning the Camera Off To turn the camera off, press the power switch again.
  • Page 18 The $ (Display) Button Press $ to cycle through shooting and playback indicators as shown below. $ button Shooting Playback Simplified display Simple photo info Detailed display Detailed photo info Image only The Framing Grid A framing grid can be displayed by selecting On for Grid display in the setup menu (0 46).

  • Page 19: Still Image Mode

    Still Image Mode Still image mode is the mode generally used for taking photos. Available Settings For information on the options available in still image mode, see page Taking Photos in Still Image Mode Select still image mode. Rotate the mode dial to C. Mode dial Automatic Scene Selection (h Scene auto selector) At default settings, the camera will auto-...
  • Page 20 Ready the camera. Remove the lens cap and hold the camera securely with both hands, being careful not to obstruct the lens, AF-assist illuminator, or microphone. Rotate the camera as shown at lower right when taking pictures in “tall” (portrait) orientation. Shutter speeds slow when lighting is poor;...
  • Page 21 Focus. Press the shutter-release button half- way to focus. If the subject is poorly lit, the AF-assist illuminator (0 2) may light to assist the focus operation. If the camera is able to focus, the selected Focus area focus area will be highlighted in green and a beep will sound (a beep may not sound if the subject is moving).
  • Page 22 Face-Priority AF The camera detects and focuses on portrait subjects (face-priority AF). A double yellow border will be displayed if a portrait subject is detected facing the camera (if multiple faces, up to a maximum of five, are detected, the camera will select the closest subject).
  • Page 23 Using a Zoom Lens Use the zoom ring to zoom in on the subject so that it fills a larger area of the frame, or zoom out to increase the area visible in the final photo- graph (select longer focal lengths on the lens focal length scale to zoom in, shorter focal lengths to zoom out).
  • Page 24 Choosing a Release Mode Press & button and use the multi selector and J button to choose from the follow- ing release modes: Single frame (the camera takes one photograph each time the shutter-release button is pressed), Continuous (the camera records photos &...
  • Page 25 Buffer Size The camera is equipped with a memory buffer for temporary storage, allowing shooting to continue while photographs are being saved to the memory card. Up to 100 photographs can be taken in succession; note, however, that the frame rate will drop or shooting will pause when the buffer is full.

  • Page 26: Viewing Photographs

    Viewing Photographs Press K to display your most recent pho- tograph full frame in the monitor (full- frame playback). K button Press 4 or 2 or rotate the multi selector to view additional pictures. To zoom in on the center of the current image, press the W control up.
  • Page 27 Deleting Pictures To delete the current picture, press O. Note that once deleted, pic- tures can not be recovered. Display the photograph. Display the photograph you wish to delete as described on the preceding page. Delete the photograph. Press O. A confirmation dialog will be displayed;...

  • Page 28: Smart Photo Selector Mode

    Smart Photo Selector Mode Choose Smart Photo Selector mode for photos that capture a fleeting expression on the face of a portrait subject or other hard-to-time shots such as group photos in party scenes. Each time the shutter is released, the camera automatically selects the best shot and four best shot candidates based on composition and motion.
  • Page 29 Frame the photograph. Holding the camera as shown on page 8, compose the photograph with your subject in the center of the frame. Begin buffering photographs. Press the shutter-release button half- way to focus (0 9). An icon will be dis- p l a y e d a s t h e c a m e r a b e g i n s recording images to the memory buffer.
  • Page 30 Shoot. Smoothly press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down. The camera will compare shots recorded to the buffer both before and after the shutter-release button was pressed, and select five to copy to the memory card. Note that some time may be required.

  • Page 31: Viewing Photographs

    Viewing Photographs Press K and use the multi selector to display photographs taken with the Smart Photo Selector (0 14; pictures taken with the Smart Photo Selector are indicated by a y icon). Of the five pho- tographs recorded by the Smart Photo K button Selector, only the best shot will be dis- played (when you press the multi selec-...

  • Page 32: Deleting Pictures

    Deleting Pictures Pressing O when a picture taken with the Smart Photo Selector is selected displays a confirmation dialog; press O again to delete the best shot and the four best shot candidates, or press K to exit with- out deleting the pictures. Note that once O button deleted, pictures can not be recovered.

  • Page 33: Movie Mode

    Movie Mode Choose movie mode to shoot high-definition (HD) or slow- motion (0 24) movies using the movie-record button. The 0 Icon A 0 icon indicates that movies can not be recorded. Available Settings For information on the options available in movie mode, see page 32. HD Movies Record movies with sound at an aspect ratio of 16 : 9.
  • Page 34 Start recording. Press the movie-record button to begin recording. A recording indica- tor, the time elapsed, and the time available are displayed while record- ing is in progress. Audio Recording Movie-record button Be careful not to cover the microphone and note that the built-in microphone Recording indicator/ may record sounds made by the camera Time elapsed...
  • Page 35 Taking Photographs During HD Movie Recording Press the shutter-release button all the way down to take a photograph without interrupting HD movie recording. Photo- graphs taken during movie recording have an aspect ratio of 16 : 9. Taking Photographs During Movie Recording Up to 15 photographs can be taken with each movie shot.

  • Page 36: Slow Motion

    Slow Motion Record silent movies with an aspect ratio of 8 : 3. Movies are recorded at 400 fps and play back at 30 fps. Select movie mode. Rotate the mode dial to 1. Mode dial Select slow-motion mode. Press the & button and use the multi selector and J button to select Slow motion.
  • Page 37 Start recording. Press the movie-record button to begin recording. A recording indica- tor, the time elapsed, and the time available are displayed while record- ing is in progress. The camera focuses on the subject at the center of the dis- play;...

  • Page 38: Viewing Movies

    Viewing Movies Movies are indicated by a 1 icon in full-frame playback (0 14). Press J to start playback. Movie playback indicator/ 1 icon/Length Current position/total length Guide Volume The following operations can be performed: Description Pause Pause playback. Resume playback when the movie is paused Play or during rewind/advance.
  • Page 39 Deleting Movies To delete the current movie, press O. A confirmation dialog will be displayed; press O again to delete the movie and return to playback, or press K to exit without deleting the movie. Note that once deleted, movies can not be recovered. O button...

  • Page 40: Motion Snapshot Mode

    Motion Snapshot Mode Choose Motion Snapshot mode to record brief movie vignettes with your photographs. Each time the shutter is released, the camera records a still image and about a second of movie foot- age. When the resulting “Motion Snapshot” is viewed on the camera, the movie will play back in slow motion over approxi- mately 2.5 s, followed by the still image.
  • Page 41 Frame the picture. Holding the camera as shown on page 8, compose the photograph with your subject in the center of the frame. Begin buffering. Press the shutter-release button half- way to focus (0 9). An icon will be dis- p l a y e d a s t h e c a m e r a b e g i n s recording footage to the memory buffer.
  • Page 42 Buffering Buffering begins when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway and ends after about 90 seconds or when the shutter-release button is pressed all the way down. Shutter-release Shutter-release button button pressed pressed all the way Shooting ends halfway to focus down Buffering Choosing a Theme...

  • Page 43: Viewing Motion Snapshots

    Viewing Motion Snapshots Press K and use the multi selector to display a Motion Snapshot (0 14; Motion Snapshots are indicated by a z icon). Pressing J when a Motion Snap- shot is displayed plays back the movie portion in slow motion over a period of K button about 2.5 s, followed by the photo;...

  • Page 44: Available Settings

    Available Settings The following table lists the settings that can be adjusted in each mode. Still Image Mode/Smart Photo Selector Mode Smart Photo Selector Still image mode mode Exposure mode M h P z z z z z z Image quality z z z z z z Image size z z z z z —...
  • Page 45 Smart Photo Selector Still image mode mode Exposure mode M h P — z z z z — Focus area selection — z — — — — Flexible program — z z z — — Autoexposure Lock — z z z z — Focus lock Self-timer —...
  • Page 46 Movie Mode/Motion Snapshot Mode Movie mode Motion Snapshot mode Exposure mode M h P Image quality — — — — — — — — — — Image size — — — — — — — — — — Continuous — — — — — — — — — — —...
  • Page 47 Movie mode Motion Snapshot mode Exposure mode M h P — z — z z z z Focus area selection Flexible program — — — — — — — — — — — z z z — — z z z — Autoexposure Lock —...

  • Page 48: More On Photography

    More on Photography Self-Timer and Remote Control Modes The self-timer and optional ML-L3 remote control (0 48) can be used to reduce camera shake or for self-portraits. The following options are available: Self-timer and remote control off. The shutter is released when the camera shutter-release button is pressed.
  • Page 49 Select the desired option. Use the multi selector to highlight the desired option and press J. Frame the photograph and shoot. Self-timer mode: Press the shutter- release button halfway to focus, and then press the button the rest of the way down.
  • Page 50 Note that the timer may not start or a photograph may not be taken if the camera is unable to focus or in other situations in which the shutter can not be released. Turning the camera off cancels self-timer and remote control modes. Remote control modes are cancelled automatically if no operations are performed for about five minutes after the mode is selected in Step 3.

  • Page 51: The Built-In Flash

    The Built-in Flash To use the flash, raise it by sliding the flash pop-up control and then choose a flash mode as described on the following page. Charging begins when the flash is raised; once charging is complete, a flash- ready indicator (I) will be displayed Flash pop-up control when the shutter-release button is...
  • Page 52 Choosing a Flash Mode Display the flash mode options. Press the multi selector down to dis- play a list of flash modes. The modes available depend on the exposure mode (0 44). P, A Fill flash Fill flash Red-eye reduction Red-eye reduction Red-eye reduction + slow sync...
  • Page 53 0.6 m (2 ft). Some lenses may cause vignetting at greater distances or obstruct the red-eye reduction lamp, interfering with red-eye reduc- tion; for more information, visit a Nikon website. The following illustra- tions show the effect of vignetting caused by shadows cast by the lens when the built-in flash is used.

  • Page 54: Using The Menus

    Using the Menus Most shooting, playback, and setup options can be accessed from the camera menus. To view the menus, press the G button. G button Tabs Choose from the following menus: K Playback menu (0 44) B Setup menu (0 46) C y 1 z Shooting menu (0 44) Menu options Options in current menu.
  • Page 55 Using the Menus Use the multi selector to navigate the menus. Multi selector Press 1 or 3 to select the tab then press 2 to display menu items. Highlight menu item and press 2 to display options. Highlight desired option and press J to select. Note: The items listed may vary with camera settings.
  • Page 56 Playback Menu Options Delete multiple images. Delete View movies and photos in a slide show. Slide show Rotate “tall” (portrait-orientation) pictures for display Rotate tall during playback. DPOF print order Create digital “print orders”. Protect Protect pictures from accidental deletion. Rating Rate pictures.
  • Page 57 Choose HD movie frame size and frame rate (0 21). Movie settings Metering Choose how the camera meters exposure. Adjust settings for different types of lighting. White balance Control the camera’s sensitivity to light. ISO sensitivity Choose how the camera processes pictures. Picture Control Custom Picture Create custom Picture Controls.
  • Page 58 Setup Menu Options Reset setup menu options to default values. Reset setup options Format the memory card. Format memory card Allow the shutter to be released when no memory Slot empty release lock card is inserted in the camera. Welcome screen Display a welcome message at startup.

  • Page 59: Technical Notes

    Technical Notes Read this chapter for information on compatible accessories, cleaning and storing the camera, and what to do if an error mes- sage is displayed or you encounter problems using the camera. Optional Accessories At the time of writing, the following accessories were available for your camera.
  • Page 60 Note: Use the latest versions of Nikon software; see the web- sites listed on page ii for the latest information on supported operating systems. At default settings, Nikon Message Cen-...
  • Page 61 Body Cap BF-N1000: The body cap keeps the dust shield free Body caps of dust when a lens is not in place. Tripod Tripod Adapter TA-N100: Prevents large lenses from coming into contact with the tripod head when the camera is adapters mounted on a tripod.

  • Page 62: Approved Memory Cards

    Approved Memory Cards The following cards have been tested and approved for use in the camera. Cards with class 6 or faster write speeds are recom- mended for movie recording. Recording may end unexpectedly when cards with slower write speeds are used. SD cards SDHC cards SDXC cards...
  • Page 63 Attaching a Power Connector and AC Adapter Turn the camera off before attaching an optional power connec- tor and AC adapter. Ready the camera. Open the battery-chamber (q) and power connector (w) covers. Insert the EP-5C power connector. Be sure to insert the connector in the orientation shown, using the connec- tor to keep the orange battery latch pressed to one side.
  • Page 64 Connect the AC adapter. Connect the AC adapter power cable to the AC socket on AC adapter (e) and the EP-5C power cable to the DC socket (r). A P icon is displayed in the monitor when the camera is powered by the AC adapter and power connector.

  • Page 65: System Requirements

    System Requirements The system requirements for the Short Movie Creator are: Windows 2 GHz intel Core 2 Duo or better Pre-installed versions of Windows 7 Home Basic/Home Pre- mium/Professional/Enterprise/Ultimate (Service Pack 1), Win- dows Vista Home Basic/Home Premium/Business/ Enterprise/Ultimate (Service Pack 2), or Windows XP Home Edi- tion/Professional (Service Pack 3).
  • Page 66 The system requirements for the ViewNX 2 are: Windows • Photos/JPEG movies: Intel Celeron, Pentium 4, or Core series, 1.6 GHz or better • H.264 movies (playback): 3.0 GHz or better Pentium D • H.264 movies (editing): 2.6 GHz or better Core 2 Duo Pre-installed versions of Windows 7 Home Basic/Home Premium/Professional/Enterprise/Ultimate (Service Pack 1), Windows Vista Home Basic/Home Premium/Business/...

  • Page 67: Storage And Cleaning

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

  • Page 68: Caring For The Camera And Battery: Cautions

    Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions Do not drop: The product may malfunc- Do not leave the lens pointed at the sun: Do tion if subjected to strong shocks or not leave the lens pointed at the sun vibration. or other strong light source for an extended period.
  • Page 69 Cleaning: When cleaning the camera Notes on the monitor: The monitor is body, use a blower to gently remove constructed with extremely high pre- dust and lint, then wipe gently with a cision; at least 99.99% of pixels are soft, dry cloth. After using the camera effective, with no more than 0.01% at the beach or seaside, wipe off any being missing or defective.
  • Page 70 Lines: Noise in the form of lines may in • The internal temperature of the bat- rare cases appear in pictures of tery may rise while the battery is in extremely bright or backlit subjects. use. Attempting to charge the bat- tery while the internal temperature Batteries: Bat ter ies m ay l eak or is elevated will impair battery per-...
  • Page 71 • Do not touch the card terminals and charger to your retailer or a with your fingers or metal objects. Nikon-authorized service representa- • Do not bend, drop, or subject to tive. strong physical shocks.
  • Page 72 Servicing the Camera and Accessories The camera is a precision device and requires regular servicing. Nikon recommends that the camera be inspected by the original retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative once every one to two years, and that it be serviced once every three to five years (note that fees apply to these services).

  • Page 73: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If the camera fails to function as expected, check this list of com- mon problems before consulting your retailer or Nikon repre- sentative. Display The monitor is off: • The camera is off or the battery is exhausted. • The monitor has turned off automatically to save power. The monitor can be reactivated by operating buttons or the mode dial.
  • Page 74 Shooting (All Exposure Modes) The camera takes time to turn on: Delete files or format the memory card. The shutter-release is disabled: • The battery is exhausted. • The memory card is locked or full. • The flash is charging. •...
  • Page 75 (available separately), disconnect and reconnect the adapter and turn the camera on again. If the problem persists after the battery has been removed and replaced, contact your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. The date of recording is not correct: Set the camera clock.

  • Page 76: Error Messages

    • Format the card (0 5). If the problem per- be used. Card may be sists, the card may be damaged. Contact a damaged; insert a Nikon-authorized service representative. different card. • Insert a new memory card. This memory card is not Select Yes to format the card, or turn the formatted.
  • Page 77 Message Solution If the current folder is numbered 999 and contains either 999 photographs or a photo- graph numbered 9999, the shutter-release Cannot create additional button will be disabled and no further pho- folders on memory card. tographs can be taken. Choose Yes for Reset file numbering (0 46) and then either for- mat the current memory card (0 5) or insert a new memory card.

  • Page 78: Specifications

    Specifications Nikon 1 J1 Digital Camera Type Digital camera with interchangeable lenses Type Lens mount Nikon 1 mount Approx. 2.7× lens focal length (35 mm format Effective angle of view equivalent); Nikon CX format Effective pixels 10.1 million Image sensor Image sensor 13.2 mm ×...
  • Page 79 Shooting modes C still image (3 : 2), y Smart Photo Selector (3 : 2), 1 movie (HD 16 : 9, slow motion 8 : 3), z Motion Snapshot (16 : 9) Shutter Electronic shutter Type Speed –30 s in steps of EV;...
  • Page 80 Focus Autofocus Hybrid autofocus (phase detection/contrast- detect AF); AF-assist illuminator Lens servo • Autofocus (AF): Single AF (AF-S); continuous AF (AF-C); auto AF-S/AF-C selection (AF-A); full- time AF (AF-F) • Manual focus (MF) Single-point, auto-area, subject tracking AF-area mode Focus area •...
  • Page 81 Movie Metering TTL metering using image sensor • Matrix Metering method • Center-weighted: Meters 4.5 mm circle in center of frame • Spot: Meters 2 mm circle centered on selected focus area Frame size (pixels)/ HD movies recording rate • 1,920 × 1,080/60i (59.94 fields/s •...
  • Page 82 • Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in this manual at any time and without prior notice. Nikon will not be held liable for damages that may result from any mistakes that this manual may contain.
  • Page 83 AC 100–240 V, 50–60 Hz, 0.2 A DC 8.4 V/0.6 A Rated output Supported batteries Nikon EN-EL20 rechargeable Li-ion batteries Charging time Approx. 2 hours at an ambient temperature of 25 °C/77 °F when no charge remains Operating temperature 0–40 °C/+32–104 °F Dimensions (W ×...
  • Page 84 Approx. 115 g/4.1 oz Weight Specifications subject to change without notice. Nikon will not be held liable for damages that may result from any mistakes that this manual may contain. Trademark Information Macintosh, Mac OS, and QuickTime are registered trademarks of Apple Inc.
  • Page 85 • Taking NEF (RAW) photographs • Slow shutter speeds • Using vibration reduction mode with VR lenses To ensure that you get the most from rechargeable Nikon EN-EL20 batteries: • Keep the battery contacts clean. Soiled contacts can reduce battery performance.

  • Page 86: Index

    Index Symbols Best shot ........16, 19 Body cap ..........2, 49 C (Still image mode) ......7 Buffering ........17, 29 y (Smart Photo Selector mode) . 16 Built-in Flash ........39 1 (Movie mode) ........ 21 z (Motion Snapshot mode) ..28 h (Scene auto selector) ....
  • Page 87 Lens ........10, 11, 47, 72 Short Movie Creator ......53 Shutter-release button ..9, 17, 29 Simplified display .........6 Memory buffer ........9 Slow motion ........24 Memory card ........5, 50 Slow sync ..........39 Microphone .........22 Smart Photo Selector mode ..16 Mode dial ..........
  • Page 88 No reproduction in any form of this manual, in whole or in part (except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews), may be made without written authorization from NIKON CORPORATION. Printed in Hong Kong SB2C02(11) 6MVA1911-02...

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