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  • Page 46 DIGITAL CAMERA Reference Manual...
  • Page 48 Introduction Parts of the Camera and Main Functions The Basics of Shooting and Playback Shooting Features Playback Features Recording and Playing Back Movies General Camera Setup Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer Reference Section Technical Notes and Index...

  • Page 49: Introduction

    Introduction Read This First Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX P530 digital camera. Before using the camera, please read the information in “For Your Safety” (Avii-ix) and familiarize yourself with the information provided in this manual. After reading, please keep this manual handy and refer to it to enhance your enjoyment of...

  • Page 50: About This Manual

    About This Manual If you want to start using the camera right away, see “The Basics of Shooting and Playback” (A16). To learn about the parts of the camera and information that is displayed in the monitor, see “Parts of the Camera and Main Functions” (A1). Other Information •...

  • Page 51: Information And Precautions

    Before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at weddings or before taking the camera on a trip), take a test shot to ensure that the camera is functioning normally. Nikon will not be held liable for damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction.
  • Page 52 • Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in these manuals at any time and without prior notice. • Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product.
  • Page 53 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 54: 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 55 • Do not immerse in or expose to Nikon-authorized service water. representative for inspection. Failure to observe these precautions could result in fire or electric shock.
  • Page 56 Do not use wireless network functions and output jacks, use only the cables while in the air. provided or sold by Nikon for the Follow the instructions of the hospital purpose, to maintain compliance with when using while in a hospital.

  • Page 57: Notices

    15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are modifications made to this device designed to provide reasonable that are not expressly approved by protection against harmful Nikon Corporation may void the interference in a residential user’s authority to operate the installation. This equipment equipment.
  • Page 58 State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES Wash hands after handling. ACCORDING TO THE Nikon Inc., INSTRUCTIONS. 1300 Walt Whitman Road, This symbol indicates that Melville, New York 11747-3064 electrical and electronic...

  • Page 59: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction ........................ ii Read This First ..........................ii About This Manual ............................. iii Information and Precautions ....................... iv For Your Safety ........................vii WARNINGS ..............................vii Notices ............................x Parts of the Camera and Main Functions............1 The Camera Body........................
  • Page 60 Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting)......... 46 j, k, l, m Modes (Setting the Exposure for Shooting) ......... 48 The Control Range of the Shutter Speed................... 52 M (User Settings) Mode ......................53 Saving Settings in M Mode (Save User Settings)..............54 Functions That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector..........
  • Page 61 Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer......93 Connection Methods......................93 Using ViewNX 2 ........................95 Installing ViewNX 2 ..........................95 Transferring Images to the Computer ..................96 Viewing Images............................97 Reference Section ....................E1 Using Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playback) ............. E2 Shooting with Easy Panorama....................
  • Page 62 Metering ..............................E32 Continuous Shooting ........................E33 ISO Sensitivity ............................. E37 Exposure Bracketing........................E38 AF Area Mode............................. E39 Autofocus Mode..........................E42 Flash Exp. Comp..........................E42 Noise Reduction Filter........................E43 Active D-Lighting ..........................E43 Multiple Exposure..........................E44 Zoom Memory........................... E46 Startup Zoom Position........................
  • Page 63 Toggle Av/Tv Selection ........................ E72 Reset File Numbering ........................E72 Blink Warning............................E73 Eye-Fi Upload............................E74 Peaking ..............................E75 Reset All ..............................E75 Firmware Version ..........................E75 Error Messages......................... E76 File Names ......................... E80 Optional Accessories ..................... E81 Technical Notes and Index................F1 Caring for the Products.....................

  • Page 64: Parts Of The Camera And Main Functions

    Parts of the Camera and Main Functions The Camera Body Flash raised 13 14 HDMI mini connector (Type C) ..93 Eyelet for camera strap ....... 6 Connector cover........93 Power switch/power-on lamp ... 22 Power connector cover (for w (function) button ......4 ....
  • Page 65 10 11 12 13 c (playback) button ...... 32 Speaker ........82, 89, 91 d (menu) button Diopter adjustment control....7 ..........8, 68, 82, 89, 91 Electronic viewfinder......7 l (delete) button ...... 33, 90 x (monitor) button ......7 k (apply selection) button b (e movie-record) button ..............3, 5, 8 ................85...

  • Page 66: Principle Functions Of The Controls

    Principle Functions of the Controls For Shooting Control Main Function Change the shooting mode. Mode dial Move toward g (i) (telephoto) to zoom in closer to the subject, and move toward f (h) (wide-angle) to zoom out and view a larger area.

  • Page 67: For Playback

    Control Main Function Start and stop movie recording. b (e movie-record) button When the shooting mode is j, k, l, m or Display or close the setting menus such as Continuous or Vibration reduction. w (function) button Switch between the monitor and viewfinder. 7 x (monitor) button Play back images.
  • Page 68 Control Main Function • Switch the monitor display between the histogram, tone level and shooting information display and full-frame playback. • Display individual images of a sequence in full-frame playback mode. • Scroll an image shot with Easy panorama. • Play back movies. k (apply selection) •...

  • Page 69: Attaching The Camera Strap And Lens Cap

    Attaching the Camera Strap and Lens Cap Attach the Lens Cap LC-CP24 to the strap, and then attach the strap to the camera. Attach the strap at two places. Lens Cap • At times when you are not shooting images, attach the lens cap to the lens to protect it.

  • Page 70: Switching Between The Monitor And Viewfinder (X Button)

    Switching Between the Monitor and Viewfinder (x Button) You can use the viewfinder when bright light Viewfinder under the open sky makes it difficult to see x (monitor) the monitor. button Each press of the x button switches the display between the monitor and viewfinder. Diopter Adjustment of the Viewfinder When the image in the viewfinder is difficult to see, adjust by rotating the diopter...

  • Page 71: Using Menus (The D Button)

    Using Menus (the d Button) Use the multi selector and k button to navigate the menus. Press the d button. • The menu that matches the status of the camera, such as shooting or playback menu, is displayed. Unavailable menu items are displayed in gray and cannot be selected. Shooting menu Image quality Image size...
  • Page 72 Switching Among Menu Tabs To display a different menu, such as the setup menu (A91), use the multi selector to switch to another tab. Tabs Set up Shooting menu Shooting menu Image quality Image quality Welcome screen Image size Image size Time zone and date Picture Control Picture Control...

  • Page 73: The Monitor

    The Monitor The information that is displayed in the monitor during shooting and playback changes depending on the camera’s settings and state of use. By default, information is displayed when the camera is first turned on and when you operate the camera, and turns off after a few seconds (when Photo info is set to Auto info in Monitor settings (A91)).
  • Page 74 Travel destination icon ....91 Shooting mode......26, 27 Eye-Fi communication Flash mode ..........56 indicator ........92, E74 Focus mode..........61 White balance........68 Zoom indicator......29, 62 COOLPIX Picture Control ....68 Focus indicator ........30 Active D-Lighting........69 Zoom memory ........70 Continuous shooting Movie options (normal mode..........44, 69 speed movies)........89 Backlighting (HDR)......42...
  • Page 75 1/250 1/250 F5.6 F5.6 10m 0s 10m 0s 10m 0s 10m 0s 10m 0s 10m 0s 500mm 500mm 1/250 1/250 F5.6 F5.6 9999 9999 1/250 1/250 F5.6 F5.6 9999 9999 Spot metering area......69 Focus area (target finding AF) ............69, 71, 76 Center-weighted area......69 Focus area (center/manual) View/hide histograms...
  • Page 76 For Playback Full-frame playback (A32) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 999/ 999 999/ 999 999/ 999 999/999 999/999 999/999 9999/9999 9999/9999 9999/9999 1m 0s 1m 0s 1m 0s 1m 0s 1m 0s 1m 0s 11 12 14 15 0112.JPG 0112.JPG 0112.JPG...
  • Page 77 Tone level information display (A32) 4/132 1/250 F5.6 Image quality/Image size ..... 68 Current image number/ total number of images Aperture value ........48 ISO sensitivity........69 Shutter speed........48 Exposure compensation value... 65 Shooting mode........27 White balance ........68 Tone level COOLPIX Picture Control....

  • Page 79: The Basics Of Shooting And Playback

    The Basics of Shooting and Playback Preparation 1 Insert the Battery Open the battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover. Insert the battery. • Push the orange battery latch in the direction indicated by the arrow (1), and fully insert the battery (2). •...

  • Page 80: Removing The Battery

    Removing the Battery Turn the camera off and make sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have turned off, and then open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. Move the battery latch in the direction indicated by the arrow (1) to eject the battery (2). High Temperature Caution The camera, battery, and memory card may be hot immediately after using the camera.

  • Page 81: Preparation 2 Charge The Battery

    Preparation 2 Charge the Battery Prepare the included charging AC adapter. If a plug adapter* is included with your camera, attach the plug adapter to the plug on the charging AC adapter. Push the plug adapter firmly until it is securely held in place. Once the two are connected, attempting to forcibly remove the plug adapter could damage the product.
  • Page 82 The charge lamp Description Flashes slowly The battery is charging. (green) When charging is complete, the charge lamp stops flashing green and turns off. About 4 hours and 10 minutes are required to charge a fully exhausted battery. • The ambient temperature is not suited to charging. Charge the battery indoors with an ambient temperature of 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F).

  • Page 83: Preparation 3 Insert A Memory Card

    Preparation 3 Insert a Memory Card Turn off the camera and open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. Insert the memory card. • Slide the memory card in until it clicks into place. Memory card slot Be Careful to Insert the Memory Card in Correct Direction Inserting the memory card upside down or backwards could damage the camera and...

  • Page 84: Internal Memory And Memory Cards

    Removing Memory Cards Turn the camera off and make sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have turned off, and then open the battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover. Gently push the memory card into the camera (1) to partially eject the card (2). High Temperature Caution The camera, battery, and memory card may be hot immediately after using the camera.

  • Page 85: Step 1 Turn The Camera On

    Step 1 Turn the Camera On Remove the lens cap. • See “Attaching the Camera Strap and Lens Cap“ (A6) for more information. Press the power switch. • If you are turning the camera on for the first time, see “Setting the Display Language, Date, and Time”...
  • Page 86 The Auto Off Function Flashes No operations No operations performed performed 3 min 25m 0s 25m 0s 25m 0s 1/250 1/250 1/250 F5.6 F5.6 F5.6 Camera enters Camera turns off. standby mode. • The time that elapses before the camera enters standby mode is about 1 minute. The time can be changed using the Auto off setting in the setup menu (A91).

  • Page 87: Setting The Display Language, Date, And Time

    Setting 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. • If you exit without setting the date and time, O will flash when the shooting screen is displayed.
  • Page 88 Set the date and time, and press Date and time the k button. • Select a field: Press JK (changes between D, M, Y, h, and m). 15 05 2014 • Edit the date and time: Press HI. Date and time can also be changed by rotating the multi selector or command dial.

  • Page 89: Step 2 Select A Shooting Mode

    Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode Rotate the mode dial to select a shooting mode. • A (auto) mode is used in this example. Rotate the mode dial to A. Notes About the Flash In situations where a flash is needed, such as in dark locations or when the subject is backlit, make sure to raise the flash (A56).

  • Page 90: Available Shooting Modes

    Available Shooting Modes A Auto mode (A35) Used for general shooting. y, X, s, c (Scene) modes (A36) Camera settings are optimized according to the scene that you select. • y: Press the d button and select a scene. When using Scene auto selector, the camera automatically selects the optimum scene mode when you frame an image, making it even easier to take images using settings that suit the scene.

  • Page 91: Step 3 Frame A Picture

    Step 3 Frame a Picture Hold the camera steady. • Keep fingers and other objects away from the lens, flash, AF-assist illuminator, microphone, and speaker. Frame the picture. 25m 0s 25m 0s 25m 0s 1/250 1/250 F5.6 F5.6 Viewfinder By pressing the x button, you can shoot while looking through the viewfinder (A7).

  • Page 92: Using The Zoom

    Using the Zoom When you move the zoom control, the zoom Zoom out Zoom in lens position changes. • To zoom in closer to the subject: Move toward g (telephoto) • To zoom out and view a larger area: Move toward f (wide-angle) •...

  • Page 93: Step 4 Focus And Shoot

    Step 4 Focus and Shoot Press the shutter-release button halfway. • When the subject is in focus, the focus area that includes the subject or focus indicator (A10) glows green (multiple focus areas can glow green). • When you are using digital zoom, the camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame and the focus area is not displayed.
  • Page 94 The Shutter-release Button To set focus and exposure (shutter speed and aperture value), press the shutter-release button Press halfway lightly until you feel a slight resistance. Focus and exposure remain locked while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. Press the shutter-release button all the way to release the shutter and take an image.

  • Page 95: Step 5 Play Back Images

    Step 5 Play Back Images Press the c (playback) button. • If you press and hold down the c (playback) button while the camera is turned off, the camera turns on in playback mode. Use the multi selector to select Display the previous image an image to display.

  • Page 96: Step 6 Delete Images

    Step 6 Delete Images Press the l button to delete the image currently displayed in the monitor. Use the multi selector HI to select the desired deletion Delete method and press the k button. Current image Erase selected images • See “Operating the Erase Selected Images All images Screen”...
  • Page 97 Operating the Erase Selected Images Screen Use the multi selector J K to Erase selected images select an image to be deleted, and then use H to display S. • To undo the selection, press I to remove • Move the zoom control (A29) toward g Back (i) to switch to full-frame playback or f(h) to switch to thumbnail playback.

  • Page 98: Shooting Features

    Shooting Features A (Auto) Mode Used for general shooting. • The camera detects the main subject and focuses on it. If a human face is detected, the camera automatically sets focus priority on it. • See “Focusing” (A76) for more information. Functions Available in A (Auto) Mode •...

  • Page 99: Scene Mode (Shooting Suited To Scenes)

    Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) When a scene is selected, camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected scene. 1, 2 X Night landscape (A37) , s Night portrait 1, 2 (A38), c Landscape (A38) Rotate the mode dial to X, s or c and take images. y (Scene) Scene menu Scene auto selector...

  • Page 100: Tips And Notes

    To View a Description (Help Display) of Each Scene Select a scene and move the zoom control (A1) toward g (j) to view a description of that scene. To return to the original screen, move the zoom control toward g (j) again. Tips and Notes X Night landscape •...
  • Page 101 s Night portrait • Press the d button to select Y Hand-held or Z Tripod in Night portrait. • One image is captured at a slow shutter speed. Compared to using Z Tripod, when Y Hand-held is selected, the camera sets a slightly faster shutter speed in accordance with the shooting conditions to prevent camera shake.
  • Page 102 y M x Scene auto selector • When you point the camera at the subject, the camera automatically selects the optimum scene mode from the list below and adjusts the shooting settings accordingly. Portrait (close-up image of one to two persons) Portrait (shooting an image of three or more persons or shooting a composition with a large background area) Landscape...
  • Page 103 y M f Party/indoor • To avoid the effects of camera shake, hold the camera steady. Set Vibration reduction (A91) to Off in the setup menu when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting. y M k Close-up From the screen displayed after k Close-up is selected, select Noise reduction burst or Single shot.
  • Page 104 y M u Food • The focus mode (A61) setting is changed to D (macro close-up) and the camera automatically zooms to the closest position at which it can focus. • You can adjust hue by using the command dial. The hue setting is saved in the camera’s memory even after the camera is turned off.
  • Page 105 y M o Backlighting • From the screen displayed after o Backlighting is selected, HDR (high dynamic range) composition can be set. • Off (default setting): The flash fires to prevent the subject from being hidden in shadow. Shoot images with the flash raised. •...
  • Page 106 y M p Easy panorama • From the screen displayed after p Easy panorama is selected, select the shooting range from Normal (180°) (default setting) or Wide (360°). • The zoom position is fixed at wide-angle. • Press the shutter-release button all the way down, remove your finger from the button, and then slowly pan the camera horizontally.
  • Page 107 y M O Pet portrait • When you point the camera at a dog or cat, the camera detects the pet’s face and focuses on it. By default, the shutter is automatically released when a dog or cat face is detected (pet portrait auto release). •...
  • Page 108 y M g Moon • You can adjust hue by using the command dial. The hue setting is saved in the camera’s memory even after the camera is turned off. • Adjust the brightness with exposure compensation (A65) according to shooting conditions such as the waxing and waning of the moon and shooting requirements.

  • Page 109: Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting)

    Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting) Effects can be applied to images during shooting. Special effects Image quality Image size Special effects Special effects Soft Nostalgic sepia Nostalgic sepia Nostalgic sepia High-contrast monochrome High-contrast monochrome High-contrast monochrome Painting Painting Painting High key High key...
  • Page 110 Option Description Keeps only a selected color and makes other colors black- and-white. • Rotate the command dial to select a color that you want to retain from the slider. Selective color • Press the k button to hide the slider and end color selection.

  • Page 111: J, K, L, M Modes (Setting The Exposure For Shooting)

    j, k, l, m Modes (Setting the Exposure for Shooting) Images can be shot with greater control by setting the shooting menu (A68) items in addition to setting the shutter speed or aperture value manually according to shooting conditions and requirements. •...
  • Page 112 Exposure The procedure for shooting images at the desired brightness (exposure) by adjusting the shutter speed or aperture value is called “determine exposure.” The sense of dynamism and amount of background defocus in images to be shot vary depending on the combinations of shutter speed and aperture value even if the exposure is the same.
  • Page 113 j (Programmed auto) Use for automatic control of the exposure by the camera. • Different combinations of shutter speed and aperture value can be selected without changing the exposure by rotating the 25m 0s 25m 0s 25m 0s 1/250 1/250 1/250 F5.6 F5.6...
  • Page 114 Notes About Shooting • When zooming is performed after the exposure is set, exposure combinations or aperture value may be changed. • When the subject is too dark or too bright, it may not be possible to obtain the appropriate exposure. In such cases, the shutter speed indicator or aperture value indicator flashes when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway (except when the m mode is used).

  • Page 115: The Control Range Of The Shutter Speed

    The Control Range of the Shutter Speed The control range of the shutter speed differs depending on the zoom position, aperture, or ISO sensitivity setting. Additionally, the control range changes in the following continuous shooting settings. Setting Control range - 1 s (j, k, l modes) Auto 1/4000 Fixed range auto...

  • Page 116: M (User Settings) Mode

    M (User Settings) Mode Setting combinations that are frequently used for shooting (User settings) can be saved in M. Shooting is possible in j (programmed auto), k (shutter- priority auto), l (aperture-priority auto) or m (manual). Rotate the mode dial to M to retrieve the settings saved in Save user settings.

  • Page 117: Saving Settings In M Mode (Save User Settings)

    Saving Settings in M Mode (Save User Settings) The frequently used settings for shooting can be changed and saved in M. Rotate the mode dial to the original shooting mode. • Rotate the mode dial to j, k, l or m (A48). The flexible program (when set to j), shutter speed (when set to k or m) or aperture value (when set to l or m) will also be saved.

  • Page 118: Functions That Can Be Set Using The Multi Selector

    Functions That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector The functions that are available vary with the shooting mode, as shown below. j, k, l, m, M Function Flash mode (A56) Self-timer (A59) Smile timer (A60) – 3 D Focus mode (A61) Exposure compensation (A65) Availability depends on the setting.

  • Page 119: Using The Flash

    Using the Flash You can shoot images with a flash by raising the built-in flash. You can set the flash mode to match the shooting conditions. Press the m (flash pop-up) button to raise the flash. • When the flash is lowered, flash operation is disabled and S is displayed.

  • Page 120: Available Flash Modes

    The Flash Lamp The status of the flash can be confirmed by pressing the shutter-release button halfway. • On: The flash fires when you press the shutter- release button all the way down. • Flashing: The flash is charging. The camera cannot shoot images.
  • Page 121 The Flash Mode Setting • The available flash modes differ depending on the shooting mode. y, X, Flash mode s, c U Auto – – – – Auto with red-eye – – – – reduction w w w w Red-eye reduction –...

  • Page 122: Using The Self-Timer

    Using the Self-timer The camera is equipped with a self-timer that releases the shutter about 10 seconds or 2 seconds after you press the shutter-release button. Set Vibration reduction (A91) to Off in the setup menu when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting.

  • Page 123: Shooting Smiling Faces Automatically (Smile Timer)

    Shooting Smiling Faces Automatically (Smile Timer) When the camera detects a smiling face, you can take an image automatically without pressing the shutter-release button. • This function can be used when the shooting mode is A (auto), j, k, l, m or M, or Portrait or Night portrait scene mode.

  • Page 124: Using Focus Mode

    Using Focus Mode Set the focus mode according to the distance to the subject. Press the multi selector I (D). Select the desired focus mode and Autofocus press the k button. • If a setting is not applied by pressing the k button within a few seconds, the selection will be canceled.
  • Page 125 Available Focus Modes Autofocus The camera automatically adjusts the focus according to the distance to the subject. Use when the distance from the subject to the lens is 50 cm (1 ft 8 in.) or more, or 2.0 m (6 ft 7 in.) or more at the maximum telephoto zoom position.

  • Page 126: Taking Images With Manual Focus

    Taking Images with Manual Focus Available when the shooting mode is j, k, l, m or M, special effects mode, or Sports or Bird-watching scene mode. Press the multi Manual focus selector I (D), select E (manual focus), and then press the k button.
  • Page 127 E (Manual Focus) • The digits displayed for the gauge on the right of the monitor in step 2 serve as a guideline for the distance to a subject that is in focus when the gauge is near the center. •...

  • Page 128: Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation)

    Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation) You can adjust overall image brightness. Press the multi selector K (o). Select a compensation value and Exposure compensation press the k button. +2.0 +2.0 +2.0 • To brighten the image, set a positive (+) value. -0.3 -0.3 -0.3...

  • Page 129: Default Settings

    Default Settings The default settings for each shooting mode are described below. Flash Focus Exposure Self-timer Shooting mode mode mode compensation (A59) (A56) (A61) (A65) A (auto) u (special effects) j, k, l, m M (user settings) Scene X (night landscape) s (night portrait) c (landscape) x (scene auto...
  • Page 130 Flash Focus Exposure Self-timer Shooting mode mode mode compensation (A59) (A56) (A61) (A65) p (easy panorama) O (pet portrait) g (moon) L (bird-watching) Smile timer can also be selected. E (manual focus) cannot be selected. The flash is fixed at W (off) when High ISO monochrome is selected. The setting cannot be changed.

  • Page 131: Functions That Can Be Set With The D Button (Shooting Menu)

    Functions That Can Be Set with the d Button (Shooting Menu) The settings listed below can be changed by pressing the d button during shooting. Shooting menu Image quality Image size Picture Control Custom Picture Control White balance 25m 0s 25m 0s 25m 0s Metering...
  • Page 132 Option Description Allows you to set the method that the camera uses Metering to measure the brightness of the subject. • Default setting: Matrix Allows you to select single or continuous shooting. Continuous • Default setting: Single Allows you to control the camera’s sensitivity to light. •...
  • Page 133 Option Description Reset user Allows you to reset the settings saved to mode dial settings When the zoom control is moved, the zoom position (equivalent to focal length/angle of view in 35mm [135] format) is switched to the positions that have Zoom memory been selected by setting the check box to on in this menu option.

  • Page 134: Functions That Can Be Set With The Fn (Function) Button

    Functions That Can Be Set with the Fn (Function) Button The following functions can be also set by pressing the w (function) button instead of displaying the corresponding menu by pressing the d button. • This function can be used when the shooting mode is j, k, l, m or M. Image quality (A68) Continuous (A69) Image size (A68)

  • Page 135: Functions That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously

    Functions That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously Some functions cannot be used with other menu settings. Restricted Setting Description function When B (infinity) is selected, the flash is not Focus mode available. (A61) Continuous The flash is not available (except for interval timer shooting).
  • Page 136 Restricted Setting Description function Continuous Continuous and Exposure bracketing are not available simultaneously. (A69)/ Exposure bracketing (A69) When self-timer is used, a single image is shot Self-timer even if Continuous H, Continuous L, Pre- (A59) shooting cache, or BSS has been set. Continuous/ Exposure When the camera detects smiling faces and...
  • Page 137 Restricted Setting Description function Smile timer Autofocus mode option cannot be changed when the smile timer is selected. (A60) When the focus mode is set to B (infinity), the Focus mode autofocus mode operates using the Single Autofocus (A61) mode AF setting.
  • Page 138 Restricted Setting Description function Smile timer When the smile timer is selected, blink warning is not available. (A60) Continuous When an option other than Single is selected, blink warning is not available. (A69) Exposure When an option other than Off is selected, Blink warning blink warning is not available.

  • Page 139: Focusing

    Focusing The focus area varies depending on the shooting mode. Using the Target Finding AF In A (auto) mode, or when AF area mode (A69) in j, k, l, m or M mode is set to Target finding AF, the camera focuses in the manner described below when you press the shutter-release button halfway.

  • Page 140: Using Face Detection

    Using Face Detection In the following settings, the camera uses face detection to automatically focus on human faces. • s (night portrait), Scene auto selector or Portrait scene mode (A36) • a (smile timer) (A60) 25m 0s 25m 0s 25m 0s •...

  • Page 141: Using Skin Softening

    Using Skin Softening When the shutter is released while using one of the shooting modes listed below, the camera detects human faces and processes the image to soften facial skin tones (up to 3 faces). • s (night portrait), Scene auto selector or Portrait scene mode (A36) Skin softening can also be applied to saved images (A82).

  • Page 142: Focus Lock

    Focus Lock Use focus lock to capture creative compositions even when the focus area is set to the center of the frame. Position the subject in the center of the frame and press the shutter-release button halfway. • Confirm that the focus area glows 25m 0s 25m 0s 25m 0s...

  • Page 143: Playback Features

    Playback Features Playback Zoom Moving the zoom control toward g (i) in full-frame playback mode (A32) zooms in on the image. 4/132 4/132 Displayed 0112. JPG 0112. JPG 15/05/2014 15:30 15/05/2014 15:30 area guide Image is displayed Image is zoomed in. full-frame.

  • Page 144: Thumbnail Display, Calendar Display

    Thumbnail Display, Calendar Display Moving the zoom control toward f (h) in full- frame playback mode (A32) displays images as thumbnails. 4/132 4/132 1/132 1/132 2014 05 1 2 3 12 13 14 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 25 26 27 28 29 0112.

  • Page 145: Functions That Can Be Set With The D Button (Playback Menu)

    Functions That Can Be Set with the d Button (Playback Menu) When viewing images in full-frame playback mode or thumbnail playback mode, you can configure the playback menu settings listed below by pressing the d button (A8). Playback menu Quick retouch D-Lighting 4/132 4/132...

  • Page 146: Using The Screen For Selecting Images

    Option Description Allows you to copy images between the internal h Copy memory and a memory card. This function can also be used to copy movies. Allows you to select whether to display only the key picture for a sequence of images captured continuously or to display the sequence as C Sequence individual images.

  • Page 147: Using The Screen For Selecting Images

    Using the Screen for Selecting Images When an image selection screen such as the one Erase selected images shown on the right is displayed while operating the camera, follow the procedures described below to select the images. Back Use the multi selector JK or rotate Erase selected images it to select the desired image.

  • Page 148: Recording And Playing Back Movies

    Recording and Playing Back Movies Recording Movies Display the shooting screen. • Check the remaining amount of movie recording time. 25m 0s 25m 0s 25m 0s 1/250 1/250 F5.6 F5.6 Movie recording time remaining Press the b (e movie-record) button to start movie recording. •...
  • Page 149 Maximum Movie Length Individual movie files cannot exceed 4 GB in size or 29 minutes in length, even when there is sufficient free space on the memory card for longer recording. • The maximum movie length for a single movie is displayed on the shooting screen. •...
  • Page 150 Notes About Using Zoom During Movie Recording • The zoom indicator is not displayed during movie recording. • There may be some degradation in image quality when digital zoom is used. If you zoom in on the subject while recording a movie, the zoom motion temporarily stops at the position where optical zoom is changed to digital zoom.

  • Page 151: Saving Still Images While Recording Movies

    Saving Still Images While Recording Movies If the shutter-release button is pressed all the way while recording a movie, one frame is saved as a still image (JPEG image). Movie recording continues while the still image is being saved. • The maximum number of still images that can be saved during a movie recording (10 7m23s 7m23s...

  • Page 152: Functions That Can Be Set With The D Button (Movie Menu)

    Functions That Can Be Set with the d Button (Movie Menu) Enter shooting mode M Press the d button M e (movie) tab (A9) The settings of the menu options listed below Movie can be configured. Movie options Autofocus mode Option Description Select the movie type.

  • Page 153: Deleting Movies

    Functions Available During 7m 42s 7m 42s Playback Rotate the multi selector or the command dial to advance or rewind. Playback controls are displayed at the bottom of the monitor. The operations listed below can be performed by using the multi selector JK to select a Paused control and then pressing the k button.

  • Page 154: General Camera Setup

    General Camera Setup Functions That Can Be Set with the d Button (Setup Menu) Press the d button M z (setup) tab (A9) The settings of the menu options listed below Set up can be configured. Welcome screen Time zone and date Monitor settings Print date Vibration reduction...
  • Page 155 Option Description Format memory/ Allows you to format the internal memory or the Format card memory card. Allows you to change the camera’s display Language language. TV settings Allows you to adjust TV-connection settings. Allows you to set whether or not the battery in the Charge by camera is charged when the camera is connected computer...

  • Page 156: Connecting The Camera To A Tv, Computer, Or Printer

    Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer Connection Methods You can enhance your enjoyment of images and movies by connecting the camera to a TV, computer, or printer. USB/audio/video output connector HDMI mini connector (Type C) Open the connector Insert the plug straight.
  • Page 157 Viewing images on a TV Images and movies captured with the camera can be viewed on a TV. Connection method: Connect the video and audio plugs of the optional Audio Video Cable EG-CP16 (E81) to the TV’s input jacks. Alternatively, connect a commercially available HDMI cable to the TV’s HDMI input jack.

  • Page 158: Using Viewnx 2

    ViewNX 2™ Your Imaging Toolbox Installing ViewNX 2 An Internet connection is required. For system requirements and other information, see the Nikon website for your region. Download the ViewNX 2 installer. Start the computer and download the installer from: http://nikonimglib.com/nvnx/ Double-click the downloaded file.

  • Page 159: Transferring Images To The Computer

    • SD card reader: Connect a card reader (available separately from third-party suppliers) to the computer and insert the memory card. If a message is displayed prompting you to choose a program, select Nikon Transfer 2. • When using Windows 7...

  • Page 160: Viewing Images

    Transfer images to the computer. • Click Start Transfer. Start Transfer • At default settings, all the images on the memory card will be copied to the computer. Terminate the connection. • If the camera is connected to the computer, turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable.

  • Page 162: Reference Section

    Reference Section The Reference Section provides detailed information and hints about using the camera. Shooting Using Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playback)...... E2 Playback Viewing and Deleting Images Captured Continuously (Sequence) .................... E5 Editing Still Images ................E7 Connecting the Camera to a TV (Viewing Images on a TV) ..E13 Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) ....E15 Editing Movies ...................E20 Menu...

  • Page 163: Using Easy Panorama (Shooting And Playback)

    Using Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playback) Shooting with Easy Panorama Rotate the mode dial to y M d button M p Easy panorama Select Normal (180°) or Easy panorama Wide (360°) as the shooting Normal (180°) range and press the k button. Wide (360°) •...
  • Page 164 Move the camera in one of the four directions until the guide indicator reaches the end. • When the camera detects which direction it is moving in, shooting begins. Guide Example of Camera Movement • Using your body as the axis of rotation, move the camera slowly in an arc, in the direction of the marking (KLJI).

  • Page 165: Viewing Images Captured With Easy Panorama

    Viewing Images Captured with Easy Panorama Switch to playback mode (A32), display an 4/ 4/ 132 4/ 132 image captured using easy panorama in full- frame playback mode, and then press the k button to scroll the image in the direction that was used when shooting.

  • Page 166: Viewing And Deleting Images Captured Continuously (Sequence)

    Viewing and Deleting Images Captured Continuously (Sequence) Viewing Images in a Sequence Images captured continuously are saved as a sequence. The first image of a sequence is used as the key 4/ 4/ 132 4/ 132 picture to represent the sequence when displayed in full-frame playback mode or thumbnail playback mode (default setting).

  • Page 167: Deleting Images In A Sequence

    Deleting Images in a Sequence When the l button is pressed for images in a sequence, the images that are deleted vary depending on how the sequences are displayed. • When the key picture is displayed: - Current image: All images in the displayed sequence are deleted.

  • Page 168: Editing Still Images

    Editing Still Images Before Editing Images You can easily edit images on this camera. Edited copies are saved as separate files. Edited copies are saved with the same shooting date and time as the original. Restrictions on Image Editing An image can be edited up to ten times.

  • Page 169: Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast And Saturation

    k Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and Saturation Select an image (A32) M d button (A8) M Quick retouch Use the multi selector HI to select Quick retouch the desired effect level and press the k button. • The edited version is displayed on the right. •...

  • Page 170: Skin Softening: Softening Skin Tones

    e Skin Softening: Softening Skin Tones Select an image (A32) M d button (A8) M Skin softening Use the multi selector HI to Skin softening select the desired effect level and press the k button. • To exit without saving the copy, press J. Normal Amount Preview the result and press the...

  • Page 171: Filter Effects: Applying Digital Filter Effects

    p Filter Effects: Applying Digital Filter Effects Select an image (A32) M d button (A8) M Filter effects Option Description Blurs the background of human subjects. When no human Soft portrait subjects are detected, keeps the area in the center of the frame in focus and blurs the surrounding area.

  • Page 172: Small Picture: Reducing The Size Of An Image

    Use HI to select the color to Selective color keep and press the k button. Preview the result and press the k Preview button. • An edited copy is created. • To exit without saving the copy, press J. Back Back Save Save...

  • Page 173: Crop: Creating A Cropped Copy

    a Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy Move the zoom control to enlarge the image (A80). Refine copy composition and press the d button. • Move the zoom control toward g (i) or f (h) to adjust the zoom ratio. Set a zoom ratio at which u is displayed.

  • Page 174: Connecting The Camera To A Tv (Viewing Images On A Tv)

    Connecting the Camera to a TV (Viewing Images on a TV) Turn off the camera and connect it to the TV. • Make sure that the plugs are properly oriented. Do not insert or remove the plugs at an angle when connecting or disconnecting them. When using the optional audio video cable (E81) Yellow White...

  • Page 175: To Turn On The Camera

    Press and hold down the c button to turn on the camera. • Images are displayed on the TV. • The camera monitor does not turn on. If Images Are Not Displayed on the TV Make sure that TV settings (E70) in the setup menu conforms to the standard used by your TV.

  • Page 176: Connecting The Camera To A Printer (Direct Print)

    Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) Users of PictBridge-compatible printers can connect the camera directly to the printer and print images without using a computer. Connecting the Camera to a Printer Turn off the camera. Turn on the printer. •...

  • Page 177: Printing Individual Images

    The camera is automatically turned on. • The PictBridge startup screen (1) is displayed in the camera monitor, followed by the Print selection screen (2). Print selection 15/05 2014 If the PictBridge Startup Screen Is not Displayed When Auto is selected for Charge by computer (E71), it may be impossible to print images with direct connection of the camera to some printers.
  • Page 178 Select the desired number of Copies copies (up to 9) and press the k button. Select Paper size and press the k PictBridge button. prints Start print Copies Paper size Select the desired paper size and Paper size press the k button. Default 3.5×5 in.

  • Page 179: Printing Multiple Images

    Printing Multiple Images When the Print selection screen Print selection is displayed, press the d button. 15/05 2014 Use the multi selector HI to Print menu select Paper size and press the k Print selection Print all images button. DPOF printing Paper size •...
  • Page 180 Print selection Select images (up to 99) and the Print selection number of copies (up to 9) of each. • Use the multi selector JK to select images, and use HI to specify the number of copies to be printed. •...

  • Page 181: Editing Movies

    Editing Movies When editing movies, use a sufficiently charged battery to prevent the camera from turning off during editing. When the battery level indicator is B, movie editing is not possible. Restrictions on Movie Editing Movies recorded with n 1080/60i or q 1080/50i, or p iFrame 720/30p or p iFrame 720/25p cannot be edited.

  • Page 182: Saving A Frame From A Movie As A Still Image

    Use HI to select m (Save) and Save press the k button. • Follow the instructions on the screen to save the movie. 5m 52s 5m 52s 5m 52s Notes About Movie Extracting • A movie that was created by editing cannot be edited again. •...

  • Page 183: The Shooting Menu (J, K, L Or M Mode)

    The Shooting Menu (j, k, l or m Mode) Image Quality Enter shooting mode M d button M j, k, l, m or M tab (A9) M Image quality Set the image quality (compression ratio) used when saving images. Lower compression ratios result in higher quality images, but the number of images that can be saved is reduced.

  • Page 184: Image Size

    Image Size Enter shooting mode M d button M j, k, l, m or M tab (A9) M Image size Set the image size (number of pixels) used when saving JPEG images. The larger the image size, the larger the size at which it can be printed, but the number of images that can be saved is reduced.

  • Page 185: Picture Control (Coolpix Picture Control) (Changing The Settings For Image Recording)

    Picture Control (COOLPIX Picture Control) (Changing the Settings for Image Recording) Rotate the mode dial to j, k, l, m or M M d button M j, k, l, m or M tab (A9) M Picture Control Change the settings for image recording according to the shooting scene or your preferences.
  • Page 186 Customizing Existing COOLPIX Picture Controls: Quick Adjust and Manual Adjust COOLPIX Picture Control can be customized using Quick adjust, which allows for balanced adjustment of sharpness, contrast, saturation and other image editing components, or manual adjust, which allows for detailed adjustment of the components individually.
  • Page 187 Types of Quick Adjust and Manual Adjust Option Description Adjusts the sharpness, contrast and saturation levels automatically. Setting to the – side reduces the effect of the selected Quick adjust COOLPIX Picture Control, and setting to the + side emphasizes its effect. •...
  • Page 188 Option Description Controls the tint used in monochrome photographs from B&W (black-and-white), Sepia, and Cyanotype (blue-tinted monochrome). Pressing the multi selector I when Sepia or Cyanotype is Toning selected enables you to select a saturation level. Press JK to adjust the saturation. •...

  • Page 189: Custom Picture Control (Coolpix Custom Picture Control)

    Custom Picture Control (COOLPIX Custom Picture Control) Rotate the mode dial to j, k, l, m or M M d button M j, k, l, m or M tab (A9) M Custom Picture Control Customize the settings of COOLPIX Picture Control (E25) and register them in Custom 1 or Custom 2 of Picture Control.

  • Page 190: White Balance (Adjusting Hue)

    White Balance (Adjusting Hue) Rotate the mode dial to j, k, l, m or M M d button M j, k, l, m or M tab (A9) M White balance Adjust white balance to suit the light source or weather conditions in order to make the colors in images match what you see with your eyes.
  • Page 191 Color Temperature Color temperature is an objective measure of colors of light sources which are expressed in the unit of absolute temperature (K: Kelvin). Light sources with lower color temperatures appear more reddish, while light sources with higher color temperatures appear more bluish. Blue 3000 4000...
  • Page 192 Using Preset Manual Use the procedure below to measure the white balance value under the lighting used during shooting. Place a white or gray reference object under the lighting that will be used during shooting. Use the multi selector HI to White balance select Preset manual, and press Auto (normal)

  • Page 193: Metering

    Metering Rotate the mode dial to j, k, l, m or M M d button M j, k, l, m or M tab (A9) M Metering The process of measuring the brightness of the subject to determine the exposure is known as “metering. ” Use this option to set the method of how the camera meters exposure.

  • Page 194: Continuous Shooting

    Continuous Shooting Rotate the mode dial to j, k, l, m or M M d button M j, k, l, m or M tab (A9) M Continuous Option Description Single One image is captured each time the shutter-release button is pressed. (default setting) While the shutter-release button is held all the way down, images are captured continuously.
  • Page 195 Option Description Each time the shutter-release button is pressed all the way, images are captured at a high speed rate. Continuous H: • The frame rate for continuous shooting is about 60 fps 60 fps and the maximum number of continuous shots is 60. •...

  • Page 196: Interval Timer Shooting

    Pre-shooting Cache When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway or all the way down, images are saved in the manner described below. Press down halfway Press down all the way Images saved before Images saved by pressing all the way pressing all the way •...
  • Page 197 Set the desired interval between Intvl timer shooting each shot. • Use JK to select an item , and use HI to set the time. • Press the k button when setting is Edit complete. Press the d button to display the shooting screen. Press the shutter-release button to shoot the first image.

  • Page 198: Iso Sensitivity

    ISO Sensitivity Rotate the mode dial to j, k, l, m or M M d button M j, k, l, m or M tab (A9) M ISO sensitivity Higher ISO sensitivity allows darker subjects to be captured. Additionally, even with subjects of similar brightness, images can be taken at faster shutter speeds, and blurring caused by camera shake and subject movement can be reduced.

  • Page 199: Exposure Bracketing

    Exposure Bracketing Rotate the mode dial to j, k or l M d button M j, k or l tab (A9) M Exposure bracketing The exposure (brightness) can be changed automatically during continuous shooting. This is effective for shooting when it is difficult to adjust the picture brightness.

  • Page 200: Af Area Mode

    AF Area Mode Rotate the mode dial to j, k, l, m or M M d button M j, k, l, m or M tab (A9) M AF area mode Change the method of how the camera selects the focus area for autofocus. Option Description When the camera detects a...
  • Page 201 Option Description Use this function to take images of moving subjects. Register the subject on which Subject the camera focuses. The tracking focus area automatically moves to track the subject. See “Using Subject Tracking” 25m 0s 25m 0s 25m 0s 1/250 1/250 F5.6...

  • Page 202: Using Subject Tracking

    Using Subject Tracking Rotate the mode dial to j, k, l, m or M M d button M j, k, l, m or M tab (A9) M AF area mode Use the multi selector HI to AF area mode select s Subject tracking, and Face priority press the k button.

  • Page 203: Autofocus Mode

    Autofocus Mode Rotate the mode dial to j, k, l, m or M M d button M j, k, l, m or M tab (A9) M Autofocus mode Select how the camera focuses when shooting still images. Option Description Single AF The camera focuses only when the shutter-release (default setting) button is pressed halfway.

  • Page 204: Noise Reduction Filter

    Noise Reduction Filter Rotate the mode dial to j, k, l, m or M M d button M j, k, l, m or M tab (A9) M Noise reduction filter Set the strength of the noise reduction function that is normally performed when saving images.

  • Page 205: Multiple Exposure

    Multiple Exposure Rotate the mode dial to j, k, l, m or M M d button M j, k, l, m or M tab (A9) M Multiple exposure The camera combines two to three images and saves them as a single image. Option Description Shoots images in multiple exposure mode when set to On.
  • Page 206 Select On, and then press the k Multiple exposure mode button. Press the d button to display the shooting screen. Press the shutter-release button to shoot the first image. 25m 0s 25m 0s 25m 0s 1/250 1/250 1/250 F5.6 F5.6 F5.6 Press the shutter-release button to shoot the second image.

  • Page 207: Zoom Memory

    Zoom Memory Rotate the mode dial to j, k, l, m or M M d button M j, k, l, m or M tab (A9) M Zoom memory Option Description When the zoom control is moved, the zoom position (equivalent to focal length/angle of view in 35mm [135] format) is switched to the positions that have been selected by setting the check box to on in this menu option.

  • Page 208: Startup Zoom Position

    Startup Zoom Position Rotate the mode dial to j, k, l, m or M M d button M j, k, l, m or M tab (A9) M Startup zoom position Set the zoom position (equivalent to focal length/angle of view in 35mm [135] format) for when the camera is turned on.

  • Page 209: The Playback Menu

    The Playback Menu See “Editing Still Images“ (E7) for information about image editing functions. a Print Order (Creating a DPOF Print Order) Press the c button (playback mode) M d button (A8) M a Print order If you configure print order settings in advance, you can use them with the printing methods listed below.

  • Page 210: More Information

    Select whether or not to print Print order shooting date and shooting information. Done • Select Date and press the k button to print the shooting date on all images. Date • Select Info and press the k button to print Info the shutter speed and aperture value on all images.

  • Page 211: Slide Show

    b Slide Show Press the c button (playback mode) M d button (A8) M b Slide show Play back images one by one in an automated “slide show. ” When movie files (A89) are played back in the slide show, only the first frame of each movie is displayed.

  • Page 212: Protect

    d Protect Press the c button (playback mode) M d button (A8) M d Protect The camera protects selected images from accidental deletion. Select images to protect or cancel protection for previously protected images from the image selection screen (A84). Note that formatting the camera’s internal memory or the memory card (E69) permanently deletes protected files.

  • Page 213: E Voice Memo

    E Voice Memo Press the c button (playback mode) M select an image M d button (A8) M E Voice memo Voice memos can be recorded and attached to images. Recording Voice Memos • Press and hold the k button to record (up to about 20 seconds).

  • Page 214: 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 (A8) M h Copy Copy images or movies between the internal memory and a memory card. Use the multi selector HI to Copy select a destination option to Camera to card...

  • Page 215: C Sequence Display Options

    C Sequence Display Options Press the c button (playback mode) M d button (A8) M C Sequence display options Select the method used to display images in the sequence (E5). Option Description Displays each image in a sequence individually. Individual pictures displayed on the playback screen.

  • Page 216: The Movie Menu

    The Movie Menu Movie Options Enter shooting mode M d button M e (movie) tab (A9) M Movie options Select the desired movie option to record. Select normal speed movie options to record at normal speed, or HS movie options (E56) to record in slow or fast motion. •...

  • Page 217: Hs Movie Options

    HS Movie Options Recorded movies are played back in fast or slow motion. See “Playing Back in Slow Motion and Fast Motion” (E57) for more information. Image size Option Aspect ratio Description (horizontal to vertical) 1/4-speed slow motion movies 640 × 480 •...
  • Page 218 Playing Back in Slow Motion and Fast Motion When recording at normal speed: Recording 10 s time Playback 10 s time When recording at h/u HS 480/4×: Movies are recorded at 4× normal speed. They are played back in slow motion at 4× slower speed. Recording 10 s time...

  • Page 219: Autofocus Mode

    Autofocus Mode Enter shooting mode M d button M e (movie) tab (A9) M Autofocus mode Set how the camera focuses when recording movies. Option Description Focus is locked when movie recording starts. Select this Single AF option when the distance between the camera and the (default setting) subject will remain fairly consistent.

  • Page 220: The Setup Menu

    The Setup Menu Welcome Screen Press the d button M z tab (A9) M Welcome screen Configure the welcome screen that is displayed when you turn on the camera. Option Description None Does not display the welcome screen. (default setting) COOLPIX Displays a welcome screen with the COOLPIX logo.

  • Page 221: Time Zone And Date

    Time Zone and Date Press the d button M z tab (A9) M Time zone and date Set the camera clock. Option Description • Select an item: Press the multi Date and time selector JK (changes between D, M, Y, h, and m). •...
  • Page 222 Setting the Time Zone Use the multi selector HI to Time zone and date select Time zone and press the k 15/05/2014 15:30 button. London, Casablanca Date and time Date format Time zone Select w Home time zone or Time zone x Travel destination and press the k button.

  • Page 223: Monitor Settings

    Monitor Settings Press the d button M z tab (A9) M Monitor settings Option Description Set information displayed in the monitor during shooting and Photo info playing back. On (default setting): The captured image is displayed in the monitor immediately after shooting and the monitor display Image review returns to the shooting screen.
  • Page 224 Shooting mode Playback mode Hide info 4/132 4/132 Framing grid+auto 25m 0s 25m 0s 25m 0s info 0004. JPG 0004. JPG 1/250 1/250 1/250 F5.6 F5.6 F5.6 15/05/2014 15:30 15/05/2014 15:30 In addition to information shown The current settings or with Auto info, a framing grid is operation guide is displayed to help frame images.

  • Page 225: Print Date (Imprinting Date And Time On Images)

    Print Date (Imprinting Date and Time on Images) Press the d button M z tab (A9) M Print date The shooting date and time can be imprinted on the images when shooting, allowing the information to be printed even from printers that do not support date printing (E49).

  • Page 226: Vibration Reduction

    Vibration Reduction Press the d button M z tab (A9) M Vibration reduction Set to reduce the effects of camera shake while shooting. Set Vibration reduction to Off when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting. Option Description Compensates camera shake that commonly occurs when shooting at telephoto zoom positions or slow shutter speeds.

  • Page 227: Motion Detection

    Motion Detection Press the d button M z tab (A9) M Motion detection Enable motion detection to reduce the effects of subject movement and camera shake when shooting still images. Option Description Motion detection is enabled with some shooting modes or settings, when r is displayed on the shooting screen.

  • Page 228: Digital Zoom

    Digital Zoom Press the d button M z tab (A9) M Digital zoom Option Description Digital zoom is enabled. (default setting) Digital zoom is disabled. Notes About Digital Zoom • Digital zoom cannot be used in the following scene modes. - Scene auto selector, Portrait, Night portrait, Easy panorama, Pet portrait •...

  • Page 229: Auto Off

    Auto Off Press the d button M z tab (A9) M Auto off Set the amount of time that elapses before the camera enters standby mode (A23). You can select 30 s, 1 min (default setting), 5 min, or 30 min. Notes About Auto Off The time that passes before the camera enters standby mode is fixed in the following situations:...

  • Page 230: Format Memory/Format Card

    Format Memory/Format Card Press the d button M z tab (A9) M Format memory/Format card Use this option to format the internal memory or a memory card. Formatting the internal memory or memory cards permanently deletes all data. Data that has been deleted cannot be recovered. Make sure to transfer important images to a computer before formatting.

  • Page 231: Tv Settings

    TV Settings Press the d button M z tab (A9) M TV settings Adjust settings for connection to a TV. Option Description Select from NTSC and PAL. Both NTSC and PAL are standards for analog color television broadcasting. Video mode •...

  • Page 232: Charge By Computer

    Charge by Computer Press the d button M z tab (A9) M Charge by computer Option Description When the camera is connected to a computer that is running a Auto (A93), the battery inserted into the camera is automatically (default setting) charged using power supplied by the computer.

  • Page 233: Toggle Av/Tv Selection

    Toggle Av/Tv Selection Press the d button M z tab (A9) M Toggle Av/Tv selection Switch the method for setting the flexible program, shutter speed or aperture value when shooting mode is set to j, k, l, m or M. Option Description Use the command dial to set the flexible program or...

  • Page 234: Blink Warning

    Blink Warning Press the d button M z tab (A9) M Blink warning Select whether or not the camera detects human subjects that have blinked using face detection (A77) when shooting in the following modes: • Scene auto selector, Portrait or Night portrait (when Tripod is selected) scene mode (A36) •...

  • Page 235: Eye-Fi Upload

    Eye-Fi Upload Press the d button M z tab (A9) M Eye-Fi upload Option Description Enable Upload images created by the camera to a preselected (default setting) destination. c Disable Images are not uploaded. Notes About Eye-Fi Cards • Note that images will not be uploaded if signal strength is insufficient even if Enable is selected.

  • Page 236: Peaking

    Peaking Press the d button M z tab (A9) M Peaking Option Description When operating manual focus, focusing is assisted by highlighting areas that are in focus in white on the image (default setting) displayed in the monitor (A63, 64). Peaking is disabled.

  • Page 237: Error Messages

    Error Messages Refer to the table below if an error message is displayed. Display Cause/Solution Battery temperature The camera turns off automatically. Wait until is elevated. The – the battery has cooled before resuming use. camera will turn off. The camera will turn The inside of the camera has become hot.
  • Page 238 Display Cause/Solution An error occurred while saving the image. Insert a new memory card or format the internal memory or memory card. The camera has run out of file numbers. Insert a new memory card or format the internal Image cannot be memory or memory card.
  • Page 239 A lens error occurred. Turn the camera off and then on again. If the Lens error error persists, contact your retailer or Nikon- authorized service representative. An error occurred while communicating with Communications the printer.
  • Page 240 Display Cause/Solution Printer error: check After solving the problem, select Resume and – press the k button to resume printing.* printer status. Printer error: check Load the specified size of paper, select Resume, – and press the k button to resume printing.* paper.

  • Page 241: File Names

    File Names Images, movies, or voice memos are assigned file names as follows. File name: DSCN0001.JPG Not shown on camera monitor. Original still images, movies, still images extracted DSCN from movies SSCN Small picture copies (1) Identifier RSCN Cropped copies Images created by an image editing function other FSCN than crop and small picture, movies created by the...

  • Page 242: Optional Accessories

    Optional Accessories Battery Charger MH-61 Battery charger (Charging time when no charge remains: Approx. 2 hours) AC Adapter EH-62A (connect as shown) AC adapter Before closing the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover, fully insert the power connector cord into the slot in the battery chamber.

  • Page 244: Technical Notes And Index

    Technical Notes and Index Caring for the Products ........F2 The Camera.....................F2 The Battery....................F3 Charging AC Adapter................F4 Memory Cards..................F5 Caring for the Camera ........F6 Cleaning....................F6 Storage .....................F7 Troubleshooting..........F8 Specifications..........F16 Index ...............F22...

  • Page 245: Caring For The Products

    Caring for the Products The Camera To ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the precautions described below in addition to the warnings in “For Your Safety” (Avii-ix) when using or storing the device. Do Not Drop The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shock or vibration.

  • Page 246: The Battery

    • 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. The Battery • Be sure to read and follow the warnings in “For Your Safety” (Avii-ix) before use.

  • Page 247: Charging Ac Adapter

    • If the battery will not be used for some time, insert it in the camera and completely exhaust it before removing it for storage. The battery should be stored in a cool location with an ambient temperature of 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F).

  • Page 248: Memory Cards

    Memory Cards • Use only Secure Digital memory cards. See “Approved Memory Cards” (A21) for recommended memory cards. • Observe the precautions noted in the documentation included with your memory card. • Do not affix labels or stickers to the memory card. •...

  • Page 249: Caring For The Camera

    Caring for the Camera Cleaning Avoid touching glass parts with your fingers. Remove dust or lint with a blower (typically a small device with a rubber bulb attached to one end that is pumped to produce a stream of air out the other end). To Lens/ remove fingerprints or other stains that cannot be removed with a viewfinder...

  • Page 250: Storage

    Storage Turn the camera off when not in use. Be sure that the power-on lamp is off before putting the camera away. Remove the battery if the camera will not be used for an extended period. Do not store the camera with naphtha or camphor moth balls, or in any of the following locations: •...

  • Page 251: 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. If the...
  • Page 252 Problem Cause/Solution • The camera automatically turns off to save power (auto off function). Camera turns off • The camera or battery has become too cold and without cannot operate properly. warning. • The inside of the camera has become hot. Leave the –...
  • Page 253 Problem Cause/Solution Print date not Time zone and date has not been set in the setup 24, 91, available. menu. Date not • The current shooting mode does not support Print imprinted on date. images even • A function that restricts the Print date function is when Print enabled.
  • Page 254 Problem Cause/Solution • When the camera is in playback mode, press the c button, shutter-release button or b (e movie- record) button. No image • When menus are displayed, press the d button. captured when • The battery is exhausted. the shutter- •...
  • Page 255 Problem Cause/Solution • A shooting mode where the flash cannot fire is Flash does not selected. fire. • A function that restricts the flash is enabled. • A function that restricts digital zoom is enabled. • Digital zoom is set to Off in the setup menu. Digital zoom •...
  • Page 256 Problem Cause/Solution Images are too bright Adjust exposure compensation. (overexposed). When taking images with V (auto with red-eye reduction) or fill flash with red-eye reduction in Night Unexpected portrait scene mode, In-Camera Red-Eye Fix may be results when applied to areas not affected by red-eye in rare cases. flash set to V 38, 56 Use any scene mode other than Night portrait, and...
  • Page 257 Problem Cause/Solution • Certain menu items are unavailable depending on Cannot select a the shooting mode. Menu items that cannot be setting/Selected selected are displayed in gray. setting is • A function that restricts the selected function is – disabled. enabled.
  • Page 258 • The camera is not recognized by the computer. – connected to a • The computer is not set to start Nikon Transfer 2 computer. automatically. For more information about Nikon Transfer 2, refer to help information contained in ViewNX 2.

  • Page 259: Specifications

    Specifications Nikon COOLPIX P530 Digital Camera Type Compact digital camera Number of effective 16.1 million pixels Image sensor 1/2.3-in. type CMOS; approx. 16.76 million total pixels Lens NIKKOR lens with 42× optical zoom 4.3-180 mm (angle of view equivalent to that of 24-...
  • Page 260 Storage Internal memory (approx. 56 MB) Media SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card File system DCF, Exif 2.3 and DPOF compliant Still pictures: JPEG Sound files (voice memo): WAV File formats Movies: MOV (Video: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, Audio: LPCM stereo) • 16 M 4608×3456 • 8 M 3264×2448 •...
  • Page 261 Built-in flash Range (approx.) [W]: 0.5 - 8.0 m (1 ft 8 in. - 26 ft) (ISO sensitivity: Auto) [T]: 1.5 - 4.5 m (5 - 14 ft) Flash control TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes Flash exposure In steps of 1/3 EV in the range between –2 and +2 EV compensation Interface Hi-Speed USB equivalent...
  • Page 262 Approx. 47 g (1.7 oz) (excluding plug adapter) Weight For Argentina: Approx. 72 g (2.6 oz) 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 263 AVC Patent Portfolio License This product is licensed under the AVC Patent Portfolio License for the personal and non-commercial use of a consumer to (i) encode video in compliance with the AVC standard (“AVC video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal and non-commercial activity and/or was obtained from a video provider licensed to provide AVC video.

  • Page 264: Trademark Information

    • HDMI, HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. • 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 265: Index

    Index .MOV ........... E80 Symbols .WAV ........... E80 l Aperture-priority auto mode ............. 48, 50 k Apply selection button ....5 AC adapter......93, E81 A Auto mode ......26, 35 Active D-Lighting .... 69, E43 l Delete button AF area mode... 69, 71, E39 ......

  • Page 266: Eyelet For Camera Strap 6

    Exposure compensation..55, 65 Calendar display ........81 Exposure mode ........48 Charge by computer ..92, E71 Extension ......... E80 Charging AC adapter..18, F19 Extracting still images....E21 Choose key picture ..83, E54 Eye-Fi upload ..... 92, E74 Close-up k ..........

  • Page 267: Mode Dial.

    Full-frame playback Li-ion rechargeable battery ......... 13, 32, 80, 81 ............16, F19 Low key............46 Full-time AF ...... 69, 89, E42, E58 Functions that cannot be used M exposure preview..70, E47 simultaneously........72 Macro close-up ........62 Manual focus....... 62, 63 Hand strap........
  • Page 268 Reset all........92, E75 Optical zoom .......... 29 Reset file numbering..92, E72 Optional accessories ....E81 Reset user settings......54 Rotary multi selector ..3, 4, 55 Rotate image....... 82, E51 Painting ............. 46 RSCN........... E80 Party/indoor f ........40 Peaking........

  • Page 269: Flash.

    Slow sync ..........57 Small picture ......82, E11 Vibration reduction Smile timer........55, 60 ........... 71, 91, E65 Soft............... 46 View grid........... E25 Sound settings....91, E67 View/hide framing grid..... 12 Special effects mode......46 Viewfinder......7, 28, F6 Specialized menu for M ....
  • Page 271 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. FX4A01(11) 6MN40611-01...

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