Page 1 DIGITAL CAMERA Reference Manual...
Page 2 To get the most from your camera, please be sure to read all instructions thoroughly and keep them where they will be read by all who use the product. Camera Settings The explanations in this manual assume that default settings are used. Symbols and Conventions To make it easier to find the information you need, the following sym- bols and conventions are used:...
Page 3 Getting the Most from Your Camera Table of Contents Introduction 0 38 Taking and Viewing Photographs 0 59 Recording and Viewing Movies t, u, v, and w Modes 0 69 0 76 Other Shooting Modes 0 92 More on Photography 0 119 Wi-Fi 0 129...
Page 4 Getting the Most from Your Camera Take photos with the shutter-release button. See page 8 for more informa- tion. Shutter-release button Shoot movies with the movie-record button. Movies can be recorded by pressing the movie-record but- ton in auto (0 38), creative (0 49), t, u, v, w (0 69), and advanced movie (0 59) modes.
Page 5 Accessories Expand your photographic horizons with a wide variety of inter- changeable lenses and other accessories (0 221). Lenses Flash units Software for Mount Nikon digital adapters cameras (available on CD) GPS units Remote controls Electronic Grips viewfinders...
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Getting the Most from Your Camera ......... ii Accessories ....................iii For Your Safety................xi Notices..................xiv Wireless ..................xix Introduction Before You Begin ................1 Parts of the Camera...............2 Using the Vari-Angle Monitor ...........15 Using the Touch Screen..............17 First Steps..................23 Attaching a Grip and Electronic Viewfinder......34 Taking and Viewing Photographs Point-and-Shoot Photography (Auto Mode) ......38...
Page 7 Recording and Viewing Movies Recording Movies ............... 59 Taking Photographs During Movie Recording ......64 Viewing Movies ..................65 Deleting Movies ................... 67 t, u, v, and w Modes t Programmed Auto ................. 70 u Shutter-Priority Auto ..............71 v Aperture-Priority Auto..............72 w Manual ....................
Page 8 Optional Flash Units..............109 Attaching Flash Units............... 109 Taking Pictures................... 110 The GP-N100 GPS Unit............. 113 Attaching the GP-N100 ..............113 Setup Menu Options................ 114 Tap Shooting Options.............. 116 Auto and Creative Modes............... 116 t, u, v, and w Modes..............116 Advanced Movie Mode..............
Page 9 Connections Installing the Supplied Software..........141 System Requirements ..............143 Viewing and Editing Pictures on a Computer......145 Transferring Pictures ................145 Viewing Pictures.................147 Viewing Pictures on TV ............148 High-Definition Devices ..............148 Printing Photographs...............150 Connecting the Printer ..............150 Printing Pictures One at a Time ............151 Printing Multiple Pictures ...............153 Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set........155 The Playback Menu...
Page 10 The Shooting Menu Exposure Mode ................. 170 Image Quality................171 Image Size.................. 172 Active Selection ................ 174 Number of Shots Saved............175 Movie Before/After..............175 File Format................. 176 Soft ....................176 Toy Camera Effect..............177 Metering..................177 Auto Distortion Control............178 Color Space................
Page 11 The Image Processing Menu White Balance ................196 Fine-Tuning White Balance............197 Preset Manual ..................198 ISO Sensitivity ................201 Picture Control................202 Modifying Picture Controls ............202 Custom Picture Control............206 Edit/Save....................206 Load from/Save to Card ..............207 High ISO Noise Reduction ............208 The Setup Menu Format Memory Card ...............211 Slot Empty Release Lock ............211 Display..................211 Display Brightness................211...
Page 12 Shooting (t, u, v, and w Modes) ..........241 Movies ....................242 Tap Shooting Options ..............242 Playback....................242 Wi-Fi (Wireless Networks)............... 243 Miscellaneous..................243 Error Messages................244 Specifications ................247 Nikon 1 V3 Digital Camera ............. 247 Battery Life................... 265 Index ................... 266...
Page 13: 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 14 Do not place the strap around the neck of Observe caution when using a flash. an infant or child. Placing the camera • Using the camera with the flash in strap around the neck of an infant or close contact with the skin or other child could result in strangulation.
Page 15 Nikon for the purpose to • Discontinue immediately maintain compliance with product should you notice any changes in regulations.
Page 16: 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 17 Use the interface cables sold or pro- lar installation. If this equipment does vided by Nikon for your equipment. cause harmful interference to radio or Using other interface cables may television reception, which can be...
Page 18 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 19 Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including charg- ers, batteries, AC adapters, and lens accessories) certified by Nikon specifically for use with this Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven to operate within the operational and safety requirements of this electronic circuitry.
Page 20 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 dam- ages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction.
Page 21: Wireless
FCC WARNING The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Nikon Corporation may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Page 22 Some studies have sug- gested that some biological effects might occur, but such findings have not been confirmed by additional research. The 1 V3, which is equipped with a LBWA1ZZYM6 (FCC ID:VPYLBYM / IC ID:772C-LBYM) wireless LAN module, has...
Page 23 Notices for Customers in Europe Hereby, Nikon Corporation, declares that the 1 V3 is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. The declaration of conformity may be con- sulted at http://imaging.nikon.com/support/pdf/DoC_1V3.pdf Notice for Customers in Singapore...
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Page 25: Introduction Before You Begin
Introduction Before You Begin Before using your camera for the first time, confirm that the package contains the items listed in the User’s Manual.
Page 26: 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 14 13 12 Mounting mark ........27 External microphone connector...
Page 27 O (delete) button.......43, 136 Battery-chamber cover ..24, 25, 225 $ (display) button......6 Battery-chamber cover G (menu) button ......10 latch........24, 25, 225 K (playback) button ....41, 85, 91 Grip connector cover ......36 Fn1 button ..........14 Tripod socket Multi selector.........
Page 28 Holding the Camera When framing photographs, hold the camera as shown below. Hold the camera in your right hand. Keep your elbows propped Cradle the lens with your left hand. lightly against your torso.
Page 29 The Monitor 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 26 25 Shooting mode ........8 Flash-ready indicator.......107 Live image control......47 “k” (appears when memory remains Creative mode ........49 for over 1000 exposures)....33 Best moment capture Number of exposures remaining..33 selection .........76, 80, 82 Number of shots remaining Advanced movie selection ..
Page 30 The $ (Display) Button Press $ to cycle through shooting (0 5) and playback (0 129) indicators as shown below. $ button ❚❚ Shooting Simplified display Detailed display Virtual horizon * Displayed only in modes other than Creative Palette. Recording Area The area recorded during movie recording is shown by guides in the display;...
Page 31 ❚❚ Playback Simple photo info Detailed photo info Image only Highlights * Displayed only when On is selected for the Display > Playback highlight display option in the setup menu (0 212). Virtual Horizon Display roll and pitch information based on information from the cam- era tilt sensor.
Page 32 The Mode Dial The camera offers a choice of the follow- ing shooting modes: Mode dial C Auto mode (0 38): Let the camera pick the settings for photographs and movies. w Creative mode (0 49): For photographs in which you want to use special effects or match settings to the scene.
Page 33 The Multi Selector The multi selector and J button are used to adjust settings and navigate the cam- era menus. Multi selector Settings: % View focus mode menu (0 99). Menu navigation: 1 Move cursor up. Select highlighted item. Settings: C View continuous Settings: E shooting/self-timer/...
Page 34: The G Button
The G Button 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 (0 156) C w t u v w u z Shooting menu (0 167) 1 Movie menu (0 189) w Image processing menu (0 195) B Setup menu (0 209)
Page 35 ❚❚ Using the Menus Use the multi selector (0 9) to navigate the playback, shooting, movie, image processing, setup, and Wi-Fi menus. Multi selector Select a menu. Press 1 or 3 to highlight tabs and press 2 to position the cursor in the highlighted menu.
Page 36 The & (Feature) Button To display the feature menu and adjust camera settings or access playback options, press the & button. & button & menu (shooting mode) & menu (playback) Select an item. Use the multi selector to highlight an item and press J to display options (to exit the &...
Page 37 The & Menu The & menu is context-sensitive: its contents vary with camera settings or the type of image displayed; options that are currently unavailable are shown in gray. The & menu is not available in auto mode.
Page 38 The Function Buttons (Fn1 and Fn2) The Fn1 and Fn2 buttons can be used for Fn2 button quick recall of frequently-used settings during shooting. To choose the roles these buttons play, go to Assign Fn but- ton in the setup menu (0 209), highlight the desired button, press 2, and choose from the following options: Fn1 button...
Page 39: Using The Vari-Angle Monitor
Using the Vari-Angle Monitor The monitor can be angled and rotated as shown below. Normal use: The monitor is nor- mally used in storage position. Low-angle shots: Frame shots with the camera close to the ground. Once in the low-angle position, the monitor can be further low- ered.
Page 40 Using the Monitor Rotate the monitor gently within the limits shown on page 15. Do not use force. Failure to observe these precautions could damage the cam- era or monitor. If the camera is mounted on a tripod, care should be taken to ensure that the monitor does not contact the tripod.
Page 41: Using The Touch Screen
Using the Touch Screen The touch-sensitive monitor supports the following operations: Tap the monitor. Flick Flick a finger a short distance across the monitor. Slide Slide a finger over the monitor. Stretch/Pinch Place two fingers on the monitor and move them apart or pinch them together.
Page 42 The Touch Screen The touch screen responds to static electricity and may not respond when covered with third-party protective films or when touched with fingernails or gloved hands. Do not use excessive force or touch the screen with sharp objects. Using the Touch Screen The camera may not recognize a tap if you leave your finger on the screen too long.
Page 43 ❚❚ Taking Pictures The touch screen can be used for the following shooting opera- tions. In auto, creative, t, u, v, and w Take a modes, you can focus and take a picture (tap picture by tapping your subject in shooting) the display.
Page 44 ❚❚ Viewing Pictures The touch screen can be used for the following playback opera- tions. View other Flick left or right to view other images. images Tap the on-screen guide to start movie or panorama playback View movies (movies are indicated by a 1 or panoramas icon).
Page 45 Various operations can be per- formed by tapping on-screen on-screen guides guides. ❚❚ Using the Menus The touch screen can be used for the following menu opera- tions. Slide up or down to scroll. Scroll Choose a Tap a menu icon to choose a menu.
Page 46 ❚❚ The & Menu The touch screen can be used to adjust settings in the & menu. Tap menu items to display options and tap icons or sliders to Adjust change. Tap 0 to save changes settings and exit, or tap 2 to return to the previous display.
Page 47: First Steps
First Steps Attach the camera strap. Attach the strap securely to the two camera eyelets. Charge the battery. Insert the battery into the charger and plug the charger in . An exhausted battery fully charges in about 3 hours. Unplug the charger and remove the battery when charging is complete.
Page 48 Insert the battery. Insert the battery in the orientation shown, using the battery to keep the orange battery latch pressed to one side. The latch locks the battery in place when the battery is fully inserted. Insert a memory card. The camera stores pictures on microSD, microSDHC, and microSDXC memory cards (available separately;...
Page 49 35°C (95°F). If the CHARGE lamp flashes quickly during charging, cease use immediately and take battery and charger to your retailer or a Nikon-authorized service representative. Do not move the charger or touch the battery during charging. Fail- ure to observe this precaution could in very rare instances result in the charger showing that charging is complete when the battery is only partially charged.
Page 50 Formatting Memory Cards If this is the first time the memory card will be used in the camera or if the card has been formatted in another device, select Format memory card in the setup menu and follow the on-screen instruc- tions to format the card (0 211).
Page 51 Attach a lens. Be careful to prevent dust from entering the camera when the lens or body cap is removed. The lens generally used in this manual for illustrative purposes is a 1 NIKKOR VR 10–30mm f/3.5–5.6 PD-ZOOM. When using the 1 NIKKOR VR 10–30mm f/3.5–5.6 PD-ZOOM, be sure not touch the lens cover (0 256);...
Page 52 Rotate the lens as shown until it clicks into place. If the lens supports vibration reduction (VR), vibration reduc- tion can be controlled from the camera (0 183). Detaching the Lens Be sure the lens is retracted before removal. To remove the lens, turn the camera off, then press and hold the lens release button (q) while turning the lens clockwise (w).
Page 53 1 NIKKOR VR 30–110mm f/3.8–5.6 lenses, firmware version 1.10 or later is required if locking the lens barrel is to turn the camera off when the monitor is off; for information on updating lens firmware, visit the Nikon website for your area).
Page 54 Choose a language. A language-selection dialog will be displayed the first time the camera is turned on. Use the multi selector and J button (0 9) to choose a language.
Page 55 Set the clock. Use the multi selector and J button (0 9) to set the time and date. Note that the camera uses a 24-hour clock. Press 4 or 2 to highlight time Press 1 or 3 to highlight date zone and press J.
Page 56 The Camera Clock The camera clock is less accurate than most watches and household clocks. Check the clock regularly against more accurate time pieces and reset as necessary. The camera clock is powered by an independent, rechargeable power source, which is charged as necessary when the main battery is installed or the camera is powered by an optional power connec- tor and AC adapter (0 222).
Page 57 Check the battery level and memory card capacity. Check the battery level and number Battery level of exposures remaining in the moni- tor. ❚❚ Battery Level Display Description Battery fully charged or partially discharged; Exposures remaining level shown by L or NO ICON K icon in detailed display (0 6).
Page 58: Attaching A Grip And Electronic Viewfinder
Attaching a Grip and Electronic Viewfinder If desired, the camera can be used with an optional grip and electronic viewfinder (0 221). Manuals are not provided; users of these accessories will need to read following instructions in their entirety before proceeding. Attaching an Electronic Viewfinder Viewfinder eyepiece Diopter adjustment...
Page 59 Attach the viewfinder. After confirming that the camera is off, slide the signal contact into the multi- accessory port until it latches. Handling the Viewfinder Remove the viewfinder when it is not in use. If the viewfinder is attached, the shocks and vibration to which the camera may be exposed during transport or when placed in a bag could damage the camera or viewfinder.
Page 60 Attaching a Grip Fn3 button (0 14) Shutter-release button Connector cover holder Connector cap Signal contact Mounting screw Tripod socket Mounting screw knob Sub-command dial Follow the steps below to attach the grip. Remove the grip connector cover. Remove the grip connector cover from the bottom of the camera and place it in the holder.
Page 61 Remove the connector cap. Remove the grip connector cap. Be sure to replace the cap when the grip is not in use. Attach the grip. After confirming that the camera is off, align the camera and grip as shown and tighten the knob by rotating it in the LOCK2 direction, keeping the grip held in place so that the grip signal contact slides straight into the camera grip con- nector.
Page 62: Taking And Viewing Photographs
Taking and Viewing Photographs This chapter describes how to take, view, and delete photo- graphs in auto and creative mode. Point-and-Shoot Photography (Auto Mode) Follow the steps below to take photographs in auto mode, a “point-and-shoot” mode in which the camera automatically detects the subject type and adjusts settings according to the subject and situation.
Page 63 Ready the camera. 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 pic- tures in “tall” (portrait) orientation. Shutter speeds slow when lighting is poor;...
Page 64 Shoot. Smoothly press the shutter- release button the rest of the way down to release the shutter and record the photograph. The memory card access lamp will light and the photograph will be displayed in the monitor for a few seconds (the photo will automatically clear from the display when the shutter-release button is...
Page 65: 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, rotate the main command dial to the right (0 135).
Page 66 The & (Feature) Menu (0 12) The following options can be accessed by pressing & when a photo is displayed: Start slide show ........ 138 Wi-Fi upload ........125 Protect ..........159 Rating..........160 Crop............. 162 Resize ..........161 D-Lighting.......... 160...
Page 67: Deleting Pictures
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. Press O. A confirmation dialog will be dis- played.
Page 68 The Shutter-Release Button The camera has a two-stage shutter-release button. The camera focuses when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. To take the photograph, press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down. Focus: Press halfway Shoot: Press the rest of the way down Taking Several Photographs in Succession If Off is selected for Image review in the playback menu (0 159), you...
Page 69 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. During movie recording with the 1 NIKKOR VR 10–30mm f/3.5– 5.6 PD-ZOOM, the zoom rate is unaffected by the speed with which the ring is rotated.
Page 70 Deleting Multiple Pictures The Delete option in the playback menu (0 136) can be used to delete selected pictures, all pictures, or pictures taken on selected dates. See Also See page 212 for information on silencing the beep that sounds when the camera focuses or the shutter is released.
Page 71: Live Image Control
Live Image Control Live image controls let you preview how changes to each control will affect the final photograph. To choose a live image control for auto mode, press J to display the live image control menu, then use the multi selector to highlight a control and press J to view the effect.
Page 72 Motion control: Suggest motion by blurring Freeze motion moving objects, or “freeze” motion to capture moving objects clearly. Blur motion Freeze motion Blur motion Brightness control: Make pictures brighter Brighter or darker. Brighter Darker Darker Live Image Control Continuous shooting is not available (0 92) and the built-in flash and optional flash units can not be used when live image control is in effect.
Page 73: Choosing A Creative Mode
Choosing a Creative Mode Choose creative mode to match settings to the subject or situa- tion or take photos using special effects. Select w mode. Rotate the mode dial to w (creative). Choose an option. Press & (feature) to display the & menu, then highlight Creative and press J.
Page 74: Choosing A Mode That Matches The Subject Or Situation
Choosing a Mode That Matches the Subject or Situation Choose a creative mode according to the subject or situation: Option Description Rotate the palette to choose creative effects while Creative Palette (4) previewing them in the display (0 52). HDR (5) Photograph high-contrast scenes (0 53).
Page 75 The & (Feature) Menu (0 12) Pressing & in creative mode displays the items listed below. The items available vary with the option selected for creative mode (0 50). Shooting mode........8 Creative..........49 Shutter speed........71, 73 Aperture .........72, 73 ISO sensitivity........201 Image size ..........
Page 76: The Creative Palette
The Creative Palette To choose a creative effect, rotate the multi selector or use a fin- ger to rotate the creative palette in the monitor. The selected effect is visible in the monitor and changes gradually as the pal- ette is rotated. Press the shutter-release button all the way down to take a pic- ture with the selected effect (tap shooting options are not avail- able when the creative palette is displayed;...
Page 77: Hdr
Details in highlights and shadows are preserved using HDR (high dynamic range). Each time the shutter-release button is fully pressed, the camera takes two shots in quick succession and combines them to preserve details in highlights and shadows in high-contrast scenes; the built-in flash and optional flash units do not fire.
Page 78: Easy Panorama
Easy Panorama Follow the steps below to shoot panoramas. During shooting, the camera focuses using auto-area AF (0 185); face detection (0 45) is not available. Exposure compensation (0 104) can be used, but the built-in flash and optional flash units will not fire. Set focus and exposure.
Page 79 An example of how to pan the camera is shown below. With- out changing your position, pan the camera in a steady curve either horizontally or vertically. Time the pan according to the option selected for Image size in the shooting menu: about 15 seconds are needed to complete the pan when A Normal panorama is selected, about 30 seconds when B Wide panorama is selected.
Page 80 ❚❚ Viewing Panoramas Panoramas can be viewed by pressing J when a panorama is displayed full frame (0 41). The start of the panorama will be displayed with the smallest dimension filling the display and the camera will then scroll through the picture in the original pan direction.
Page 81: Selective Color
Selective Color Take black-and-white pictures in which one hue appears in a color. Choose Select color. Press & (feature) to display the & menu, then highlight Select color and press J. Choose a color. Use the multi selector to choose a color and press J.
Page 82: Cross Process
Cross Process Select a base hue to take pictures with modified colors. Select Hue. Press & (feature) to display the & menu, then highlight Hue and press Choose a color. Use the multi selector to choose a base color (red, green, blue, or yellow) and press J.
Page 83: Recording And Viewing Movies
Recording and Viewing Movies Recording Movies Movies can be recorded using the movie-record button. Turn the camera on. Rotate the power switch to turn the camera on. Choose a shooting mode. Rotate the mode dial to C (auto), w ( c r e a t i v e ) , t , u , v, w, o r v (advanced movie) as described on page 8.
Page 84 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 Recording indicator/ and note that the built-in microphone Time elapsed may record sounds made by the camera...
Page 85: Snapshot Modes
❚❚ Shooting Mode Movies can be recorded in the shooting modes listed below. Movies can not be recorded in best moment capture or Motion Snapshot modes. C Auto mode (0 38) Choose this mode to leave the camera in charge of choosing settings. The camera automatically adjusts settings according to the subject and situation.
Page 86 ❚❚ Advanced Movie Options In v (advanced movie) mode, the fol- lowing options can be accessed by press- ing & (feature) and selecting Advanced movie in the & menu. 0 HD movie Record high-definition (HD) movies. Record up to about three seconds of silent slow- motion footage.
Page 87 The & (Feature) Menu (0 12) Pressing & in advanced movie mode displays the items listed below. The items available vary with the type of movie selected (0 62). Shooting mode........8 Advanced movie......... 62 Exposure mode......... 170 Shutter speed........71, 73 Aperture .........72, 73 ISO sensitivity........
Page 88: Taking Photographs During Movie Recording
Taking Photographs During Movie Recording Press the shutter-release button all the way down to take a photograph without interrupting movie recording. Photo- graphs taken during movie recording have an aspect ratio of 3 : 2. Taking Photographs During Movie Recording Up to 20 photographs can be taken with each movie shot.
Page 89: Viewing Movies
Viewing Movies Movies are indicated by a 1 icon in full-frame playback (0 41). Press J to start playback. Movie playback indicator/ 1 icon/Length Current position/total length Volume Guide The following operations can be performed: Description Pause Pause playback. Resume playback when the movie is paused Play or during rewind/advance.
Page 90 The & (Feature) Menu (0 12) The following options can be accessed by pressing & when a movie is displayed: Start slide show ........ 138 Wi-Fi upload ........125 Protect ..........159 Rating..........160 Edit movie.......... 163 The Speaker Keep your fingers and other objects away from the speaker when adjusting the vol- ume.
Page 91: Deleting Movies
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 92 See Also See page 163 for information on trimming unwanted footage from movies. For information on the frame size and frame rate options avail- able for HD movies, see page 192. Recording Movies Flicker, banding, or distortion may be visible in the display and in the final movie under fluorescent, mercury vapor, or sodium lamps or if the camera is panned horizontally or an object moves at high speed through frame (flicker and banding can be reduced by choosing a...
Page 93: T, U, V, And W Modes
t, u, v, and w Modes t, u, v, and w modes offer varying degrees of control over shutter speed and aperture. Choose a mode and adjust settings according to your creative intent. The & (Feature) Menu (0 12) Pressing & in mode t, u, v, or w displays the items listed below. Shooting mode........8 Shutter speed........71, 73 Aperture .........72, 73...
Page 94: Programmed Auto
t Programmed Auto In this mode, the camera automatically adjusts shutter speed and aperture for optimal exposure in most situations. This mode is recommended for snapshots and other situations in which you want to leave the camera in charge of shutter speed and aperture.
Page 95: Shutter-Priority Auto
u Shutter-Priority Auto In shutter-priority auto, you choose the shutter speed while the camera automatically selects the aperture that will produce the optimal exposure. Use slow shutter speeds to suggest motion by blurring moving subjects, fast shutter speeds to “freeze” motion. Fast shutter speed ( Slow shutter speed (1 s) 1600...
Page 96: Aperture-Priority Auto
v Aperture-Priority Auto In aperture-priority auto, you choose the aperture while the camera automatically selects the shutter speed that will produce the optimal exposure. Large apertures (low f-numbers) reduce depth of field, blurring objects behind and in front of the main subject.
Page 97: Manual
w Manual In manual mode, you control both shutter speed and aperture. ❚❚ Choosing Shutter Speed and Aperture Adjust shutter speed and aperture with reference to the exposure indicator (0 74). Shutter speed is set by rotating the main command dial right for faster speeds and left for slower speeds: choose from values between 30 s and s (30 s...
Page 98 The Exposure Indicator When shutter speeds other than “Bulb” or “Time” are selected, the exposure indicator shows whether the photograph would be under- or over-exposed at current settings. Optimal exposure Underexposed by Overexposed by over 2 EV ❚❚ Long Time-Exposures (w Mode Only) Select the following shutter speeds for long time-exposures of moving lights, the stars, night scenery, or fireworks.
Page 99 Choose a shutter speed. Select mode w and choose a shutter speed as follows: • Bulb: Rotate the main command dial left until “Bulb” is selected for shutter speed. • Time: Rotate the main command dial Main command dial left until “Bulb” is selected for shutter speed, and then press 4 (C) and select a remote control mode (0 96).
Page 100: Other Shooting Modes
Other Shooting Modes In addition to the modes described above, the camera offers u (best moment capture) mode to help with hard-to-time shots and a z (Motion Snapshot) mode that combines photographs with brief movie vignettes (0 87). u Choosing the Moment (Best Moment Capture) Choose a shot from 40 frames recorded to temporary storage shortly before or after the shutter is released (Active Selection), choose the moment to release the shutter as the scene plays...
Page 101 Select u mode. Rotate the mode dial to u (best moment capture). Choose Active Selection. Press & (feature) to display the & menu. Highlight Best moment cap- ture and press J, then highlight Active Selection and press J. Frame the photograph. Compose the photograph with your subject in the center of the frame.
Page 102 Begin buffering photographs. Press the shutter-release button half- way to focus (0 39). A & icon will be displayed as the camera begins recording images to the memory buffer. Shoot. Smoothly press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down. The 40 frames recorded to the buffer in the moments before and after the shutter- release button was pressed all the way...
Page 103 Save the selected frames. Press J to save the selected frames to the memory card. The memory card access lamp will light while recording is in progress; note that depending on shooting conditions and memory card write speed, some time may be required to save the selected images.
Page 104: Choosing Your Moment (Slow View)
Choosing Your Moment (Slow View) When slow view is selected in u (best moment capture) mode, the camera captures a short sequence of still images and plays them back in slow motion so that you can choose the precise moment for a photograph. Select u mode.
Page 105 Press the shutter-release button halfway. After focusing, the camera will record 40 frames to a temporary memory buffer. It will then slowly play them back in a continuous loop while the Progress indicator shutter-release button is kept pressed halfway. A & icon is displayed in the monitor.
Page 106: Letting The Camera Choose The Moment (Smart Photo Selector)
Letting the Camera Choose the Moment (Smart Photo Selector) The Smart Photo Selector helps you capture a fleeting expres- sion 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 107 Frame the photograph. 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 39). A & icon will be displayed as the camera begins recording images to the memory buffer.
Page 108 Smart Photo Selector The camera automatically chooses a scene mode appropriate to the subject. 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...
Page 109 ❚❚ Viewing Photos Taken with the Smart Photo Selector Press K and use the multi selector to dis- play photographs taken with the Smart Photo Selector (0 41; pictures taken with the Smart Photo Selector are indicated by a y icon). Of the photographs recorded by the Smart Photo Selector, only the K button best shot will be displayed (when you...
Page 110 ❚❚ 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 best shot candidates, or press K to exit without deleting the pictures. Note that once O button deleted, pictures can not be recovered.
Page 111: Combining Photos With Brief Movie Vignettes (Motion Snapshot Mode)
z Combining Photos with Brief Movie Vignettes (Motion Snapshot Mode) Record brief movie vignettes with your photographs. Each time the shutter is released, the camera records a still image and about 1.6 s of movie footage. When the resulting “Motion Snap- shot”...
Page 112 Begin buffering. Press the shutter-release button half- way to focus (0 39). A & icon will be displayed as the camera begins recording footage to the memory buffer. Shoot. Smoothly press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down. The camera will record a photograph, together with about 1.6 s of movie footage beginning before and ending...
Page 113 The & (Feature) Menu (0 12) Pressing & in Motion Snapshot mode displays the following items: Shooting mode........8 Exposure mode......... 170 Shutter speed........71, 73 Aperture .........72, 73 ISO sensitivity........201 Movie before/after......175 File format.......... 176 Audio............. 90 Available Settings For information on the options available in Motion Snapshot mode, see page 232.
Page 114 ❚❚ Audio To record about four seconds of sound with Motion Snapshots beginning at the start of movie recording, use the multi selector and J button to select Ambient for Audio in the & (feature) menu (0 89). Motion Snapshots can also be recorded with background music (Background music) or no sound (None).
Page 115: Viewing Motion Snapshots
Viewing Motion Snapshots Press K and use the multi selector to dis- play a Motion Snapshot (0 41; Motion Snapshots are indicated by a z icon). Pressing J when a Motion Snapshot is displayed plays back the movie portion in slow motion over a period of about 4 s, K button followed by the photo;...
Page 116: More On Photography
More on Photography This section describes other features you can use when taking pictures. Continuous Mode Shoot a continuous series (burst) of photographs. Display release mode options. Press 4 (C) to display release mode options. Select I. Highlight I (continuous) and press 2 to display frame rate options.
Page 117 Frame your subject and shoot. Press the shutter-release button all the way down to shoot the burst. Continuous Mode A mechanical shutter is used for pictures taken when I is selected and Off is selected for Silent photography in the setup menu (0 212). An electronic shutter is used for pictures taken at other settings.
Page 118: Self-Timer Modes
Self-Timer Modes The self-timer is used to delay shutter release until 10 or 2 sec- onds after the shutter-release button is pressed all the way down. Display release mode options. Press 4 (C) to display release mode options. Select E. Highlight E (self-timer) and press 2 to display self-timer options.
Page 119 Frame the photograph and shoot. Press the shutter-release button half- way to focus, and then press the but- ton the rest of the way down. The self- timer lamp will start to flash and a beep will begin to sound. Two sec- onds before the photo is taken, the lamp will stop flashing and the beep- ing will become more rapid.
Page 120: Remote Control Photography
Remote Control Photography The optional ML-L3 remote control (0 222) can be used to reduce camera shake or for self-portraits. Before Using the ML-L3 Remote Control Before using the remote control for the first time, remove the clear plas- tic battery-insulator sheet. Display release mode options.
Page 121 Frame the photograph and shoot. From a distance of 5 m (16 ft) or less, aim the ML-L3 at the infrared receiver on the front of the camera (0 2) and press the ML-L3 shutter-release but- ton. If " is selected, the self-timer lamp will light for about two seconds before the shutter is released.
Page 122 Movie Mode The ML-L3 shutter-release button functions as the movie-record button for advanced movie mode (0 59). Using a Flash When using the built-in flash, press the flash pop-up button to raise the flash before shooting. Shooting will be interrupted if the flash is raised while the delayed-remote timer is counting down.
Page 123: Focus Mode
Focus Mode Choose how the camera focuses. Auto-select AF: The camera automatically selects AF-S if the subject AF-A is stationary, AF-C if it is moving. Single AF: For stationary subjects. Focus locks when the shutter- AF-S release button is pressed halfway. Continuous AF: For subjects in motion.
Page 124 Display focus mode options. Press 1 (%) to display focus mode options. Select the desired option. Use the multi selector to highlight the desired option and press J. See Also See page 212 for information on controlling the beep that sounds when the camera focuses.
Page 125 Getting Good Results with Autofocus Autofocus does not perform well under the conditions listed below. The shutter release may be disabled if the camera is unable to focus under these conditions, or the focus area may be displayed in green and the camera may sound a beep, allowing the shutter to be released even when the subject is not in focus.
Page 126: Manual Focus
Manual Focus Manual focus can be used when autofocus does not produce the desired results. Select manual focus. Select MF (manual focus; 0 99). Display the manual focus guides. In the shooting display, press J to magnify the view at the center of the frame (this feature is not available dur- ing movie recording or in slow-motion movie mode).
Page 127 Focus. Rotate the multi selector until the sub- ject is in focus. Rotate the multi selec- tor clockwise to increase the focus d i s t a n c e , c o u n t e r c l o c k w i s e t o decrease;...
Page 128: Exposure Compensation
Exposure Compensation Exposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera, making pictures brighter or darker. –1 EV No compensation +1 EV Display exposure compensation options. Press 2 (E) to display exposure com- pensation options. Choose a value.
Page 129: The Built-In Flash
The Built-in Flash Use the built-in flash for additional lighting when the subject is poorly lit or to “fill-in” (illuminate) back-lit subjects. The built-in flash can be used as described below, but note that some cam- era settings automatically disable the built-in flash: Raise the flash.
Page 130 ❚❚ Flash Modes The following flash modes are available in C (auto), q (soft), r (miniature effect), s (selective color), 6 (cross process), 7 (toy camera effect), t, u, v, and w modes: • N (fill flash): The flash fires with every shot. •...
Page 131 Raising the Flash When using the flash, be sure it is fully raised as shown at right. Do not touch the flash dur- ing shooting. Lowering the Built-in Flash To save power when the flash is not in use, press it gently downward until the latch clicks into place.
Page 132 Using the Built-in Flash If the flash is fired multiple times in quick succession, the flash and shutter may be temporarily disabled to protect the flash. Shooting can be resumed after a brief pause. Objects close to the camera may be overexposed in photographs taken with the flash at high ISO sensitivities.
Page 133: Optional Flash Units
Optional Flash Units In still image mode, optional flash units for Nikon 1 cameras can be used for lighting effects such as bounce-flash photography. The built-in flash does not fire when an optional flash unit is attached. In the instructions that follow, the optional SB-N7 flash unit is used for illustrative purposes.
Page 134: Taking Pictures
Taking Pictures Follow the steps below to take pictures with the flash. Turn the camera and flash unit on. Choose a flash mode. Choose a flash mode as described on page 105. Position the flash head. Rotate the flash head so that it points directly ahead.
Page 135 ❚❚ Bounce Lighting Light from the flash can be “bounced” (reflected) from a ceiling or wall, diffusing the light from the flash to make shadows less harsh and reduce glare from hair, skin, clothing and foreground objects. Flash head rotated upward 90 ° Flash pointed directly ahead (bounce lighting) (normal lighting)
Page 136 An error has occurred in the unit’s inter- nal circuitry. Turn the camera off, remove The flash status indicator flashes the flash unit, and take the camera and 8 times a second. flash unit to a Nikon-authorized service center for consultation.
Page 137: The Gp-N100 Gps Unit
The GP-N100 GPS Unit GP-N100 GPS units (available separately) can be used to record information on your current position when pictures are taken. This information can be viewed on a computer using ViewNX 2 (supplied) or Capture NX 2 (available separately; 0 223). ViewNX 2 can be installed from the supplied ViewNX 2 CD.
Page 138: Setup Menu Options
Setup Menu Options The Location data item in the setup menu contains the follow- ing options. To display location data options, press G and select Location data in the setup menu. • Auto power off: Choose whether the displays turn off automati- cally when the GP-N100 is attached.
Page 139 This method of determining position using supplementary information stored in a file supplied by a network is known as “Assisted GPS” (A-GPS or aGPS). To connect to Nikon servers and receive Assisted GPS files, the GP-N100 uses GP-N100 Utility software, available for download from the following website: http://nikonimglib.com/gpn100u/...
Page 140: Tap Shooting Options
Tap Shooting Options Tap the icon shown at right to choose the operation performed by tapping the monitor in shooting mode. The options available vary with the shooting and focus mode. Auto and Creative Modes Choose from the following options. When you tap a subject in the display, the camera will focus and take a picture.
Page 141: Advanced Movie Mode
❚❚ Manual Focus Mode The following options are available in manual focus mode. When you tap the display, the camera will take a picture without first adjusting focus. Tap a subject to display it at a higher magnification in the moni- tor (0 102).
Page 142 Best Moment Capture/Motion Snapshot Tap shooting options are not available in best moment capture and Motion Snapshot modes. Taking Pictures Using Tap Shooting Options Avoid tapping too hard. The camera may move when the shutter is released, blurring photographs. The shutter-release button can be used to focus and take pictures even when the 3 icon is displayed to show that tap shooting options are active.
Page 143: Wi-Fi
What Wi-Fi Can Do for You The camera can connect via Wi-Fi wireless networks to a smart device running Nikon’s dedicated Wireless Mobile Utility app. The smart device can be used to control the camera and take pictures remotely, or pictures can be downloaded from the cam- era to the smart device and shared with others on the Internet.
Page 144: Accessing The Camera
Accessing the Camera Before connecting via Wi-Fi (wireless LAN), install the Wireless Mobile Utility on your Android or iOS smart device. Instructions for accessing the camera vary with the type of connection used by the smart device. Android • Push-button WPS: If the smart device supports push-button WPS (i.e., has a WPS button connection option in its Wi-Fi settings menu), you can use this easy method to connect to the smart device (0 121)
Page 145: Wps (Android Only)
WPS (Android Only) Select Wi-Fi. Press the G button to display the menus, then highlight Wi-Fi and press Connect. Enable WPS button connections on the camera and smart device: • Camera: Highlight Wi-Fi connection type and press 2, then highlight Push-button WPS and press 2 to ready the camera for a WPS connec- tion.
Page 146: Pin Entry (Android Only)
PIN Entry (Android Only) Select Wi-Fi. Press the G button to display the menus, then highlight Wi-Fi and press Select Wi-Fi connection type > PIN-entry WPS. Highlight Wi-Fi connection type and press 2. Highlight PIN-entry WPS and press Enter the PIN. Enter the PIN displayed by the smart device.
Page 147: Ssid (Android And Ios)
SSID (Android and iOS) Select Wi-Fi. Press the G button to display the menus, then highlight Wi-Fi and press Select Connect. Highlight Connect and press 2. Select Yes. Highlight Yes and press J to view the camera SSID. Select the camera SSID on the smart device. Select the camera SSID in the list of networks displayed by the smart device.
Page 148 Launch the Wireless Mobile Utility. Launch the Wireless Mobile Utility on the smart device. The main dialog will be displayed. ❚❚ Restoring Default Settings To restore default network settings, high- light Wi-Fi connection type > Reset Wi-Fi settings and press 2. A confirma- tion dialog will be displayed;...
Page 149: Uploading Pictures To A Smart Device
Uploading Pictures to a Smart Device Follow the steps below to upload photos from the camera to a smart device. Uploading Photos One at a Time Use the Wi-Fi upload option in the playback & (feature) menu (0 12) to upload the photo currently displayed in full-frame playback.
Page 150 Download the photo to the smart device. Launch the Wireless Mobile Utility on the smart device and follow the on-screen instructions to download the photo. When download is complete, press the G button on the camera to terminate the Wi-Fi connection.
Page 151: Uploading Multiple Selected Photos
Uploading Multiple Selected Photos To upload multiple selected photos, use the Wi-Fi upload option in the playback menu. Choose Wi-Fi upload. Press the G button to display the menus. Highlight Wi-Fi upload in the playback menu and press 2. G button Select photos.
Page 152 Press J. Press J to complete the operation. A confirmation dialog will be displayed. Select Yes. Highlight Yes and press J. Select the camera SSID on the smart device. Select the camera SSID in the list of networks displayed by the smart device.
Page 153: More On Playback
More on Playback Photo Information Photo information is superimposed on images displayed in full- frame playback (0 41). Press the $ button to cycle through simple photo information, detailed photo information, high- lights, and no photo information (0 7). Highlights are only dis- played if On is selected for the Display >...
Page 154 ❚❚ Detailed photo info 29 30 10 9 Still images Movies Shooting mode Metering ..........177 Frame number/total number of Creative mode ........49 images Exposure mode .........170 Protect status........159 Shutter speed ....... 71, 73 Camera name Aperture......... 72, 73 Retouch indicator ...160, 161, 162 Picture Control ........202 Movie edit indicator......163 Active D-Lighting indicator....179...
Page 155 Folder number-file number Color space.........178 Time of recording ......31, 218 Rating ..........137 Date of recording.......31, 218 Auto distortion control ....178 Battery indicator .........33 Location data indicator ....113 White balance........196 Electronic VR........184 White balance fine-tuning .....197 Audio recording indicator ....193 ❚❚ Highlights Image highlights Folder number-file number * Flashing areas indicate highlights...
Page 156 Histograms (0 130) Camera histograms are intended only as a guide and may differ from those in imaging applications. Sample histograms are shown below: • If brightness varies evenly across the image, the distribution of tones will be relatively even. •...
Page 157: Thumbnail Playback
Thumbnail Playback To view pictures in “contact sheets” of 4, 9, or 16 images, rotate the main command dial left when a picture is displayed full frame. The following operations can be performed: Description Rotate the main command dial left to increase the number of images displayed.
Page 158: Calendar Playback
Calendar Playback To view pictures taken on a selected date, rotate the main com- mand dial left when 16 pictures are displayed (0 133). The following operations can be performed: Description To view the calendar, rotate the main com- mand dial left when 16 images are dis- played (0 133).
Page 159: Playback Zoom
Playback Zoom To zoom in on a photograph, display it full frame and rotate the main command dial right. Playback zoom is not available with movies or Motion Snapshots. The following operations can be performed: Description Rotate the main com- mand dial right to zoom in, left to zoom Zoom in or...
Page 160: Deleting Pictures
Deleting Pictures Pictures can be deleted from the memory card as described below. Note that once deleted, pictures can not be recovered; pro- tected images, however, will not be deleted. Deleting the Current Picture To delete the picture currently displayed in full-frame playback or selected in the thumbnail list, press O.
Page 161: Rating Pictures
Rating Pictures Rate pictures or mark them as candidates for later deletion. Rat- ing is not available with protected images. Select a picture. Display a picture in full-frame playback. Select Rating. Press & (feature) to display the & menu. Highlight Rating and press J. &...
Page 162: Slide Shows
Slide Shows To view a slide show of the pictures on the memory card, press the G button, select Slide show in the playback menu, and follow the steps below. G button Select the type of image used in the show. Highlight the desired option and press 2.
Page 163 Adjust display times and audio settings. Adjust the following options: Frame interval Choose how long each still image is displayed. Choose how much of each movie is played back before the next slide is displayed. Choose Same as frame interval to display the next slide after the Movie playback time time selected for Frame interval, No limit to play...
Page 164 The following operations can be performed while a slide show is in progress: Description / Press 4 to return to the previous frame, 2 to skip to the next frame. You can also Skip back/skip ahead skip frames by rotating the multi selec- tor or sub-command dial.
Page 165: Q Connections 0
Connections Installing the Supplied Software Install the supplied software to copy pictures to your computer for viewing and editing. Before installing the software, confirm that your system meets the requirements on page 143. Launch the installer. Start the computer, insert q Select region (if required) the ViewNX 2 installer CD, and launch the installer.
Page 166 Remove the installer CD from the CD-ROM drive. Supplied Software Be sure to update to the latest versions of the supplied software. Nikon Message Center 2 will periodically check for updates while the computer is connected to the Internet. Motion Snapshots ViewNX 2 is required to view Motion Snapshots saved using the File format >...
Page 167: System Requirements
System Requirements The system requirements for ViewNX 2 are: Windows • Photos: Intel Celeron, Pentium 4, Core Series; 1.6 GHz or better • Movies (playback): Pentium D 3.0 GHz or better; Intel Core i5 or better recommended when viewing movies with a frame size of 1280 ×...
Page 168 • Photos: Intel Core or Xeon series • Movies (playback): Core Duo 2 GHz or better; Intel Core i5 or better recommended when viewing movies with a frame size of 1280 × 720 or more at a frame rate of 30 fps or above or movies with a frame size of 1920 ×...
Page 169: Viewing And Editing Pictures On A Computer
Viewing and Editing Pictures on a Computer Transferring Pictures Choose how pictures will be copied to the computer. Choose one of the following methods: • Direct USB connection: Turn the camera off and ensure that the memory card is inserted in the camera. Connect the camera to the computer using the supplied USB cable (do not use force or insert the connectors at an angle) and then turn the camera on.
Page 170 If a message is displayed prompting you to choose a pro- gram, select Nikon Transfer 2. Windows 7 If the following dialog is displayed, select Nikon Transfer 2 as described below. 1 Under Import pictures and videos, click Change pro- gram.
Page 171: Viewing Pictures
Viewing Pictures P i c t u r e s a r e d i s p l a y e d i n ViewNX 2 when transfer is com- plete. Starting ViewNX 2 Manually • Windows: Double-click ViewNX 2 shortcut on the desk- top.
Page 172: Viewing Pictures On Tv
Viewing Pictures on TV Connect the camera to a television for playback. Connecting an HDMI Cable Always turn the camera off before connecting or disconnecting HDMI cables. When connecting cables, do not use force or attempt to insert the connectors at an angle. High-Definition Devices A type D High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) cable (available separately from third-party suppliers) can be used to...
Page 173 Close the Connector Cover Close the connector cover when the connectors are not in use. Foreign matter in the connectors can interfere with data transfer. Television Playback Volume can be adjusted using the controls on the television; adjusting volume on the camera has no effect. Use of an AC adapter and power connector (available separately) is recommended for extended play- back.
Page 174: Printing Photographs
Printing Photographs Selected JPEG images can be printed on a PictBridge printer connected directly to the camera. Connecting the Printer Connect the camera using the supplied USB cable. Turn the camera off. Connect the USB cable. Turn the printer on and connect the USB cable. Do not use force or attempt to insert the connectors at an angle.
Page 175: Printing Pictures One At A Time
Printing Pictures One at a Time Display the desired picture. Press 4 or 2 to view additional pictures. Rotate the main command dial right to zoom in on the current frame (0 135; rotate the dial left to exit zoom). To view nine pictures at a time, rotate the dial left when a picture is displayed full frame.
Page 176 Start printing. Highlight Start printing and press J to start printing. To cancel before all copies have been printed, press J again.
Page 177: Printing Multiple Pictures
Printing Multiple Pictures Display the PictBridge menu. Press the G button in the PictBridge playback display (0 150). Choose an option. Highlight one of the following options and press 2. • Select images for printing: Select pictures for printing. Press 4 or 2 or rotate the multi selector to highlight pictures and press 1 or 3 to choose the number of prints (up to 99).
Page 178 Inspecting Pictures To view pictures taken on the date highlighted in the Select by date date list, rotate the main command dial right. Use the multi selector to highlight pictures, or rotate the dial left to return to the date list. The picture currently highlighted in the Select images for printing or Print DPOF print order displays or in the Select by date thumbnail display can be inspected by pressing the main command dial;...
Page 179: Creating A Dpof Print Order: Print Set
Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set The DPOF print order option is used to create digital “print orders” for Pict- Bridge-compatible printers and devices that support DPOF. Press the G but- ton, select DPOF print order in the play- b a c k m e n u, a n d c h o o s e f ro m t h e following options: Press 4 or 2 or rotate the multi...
Page 180: O The Playback Menu 0
The Playback Menu To display the playback menu, press G and select Playback. G button The playback menu contains the following options: Option Description Default Delete multiple images. — Delete Image type: All images Frame interval: 4 s View movies and photos in a slide Slide show Movie playback time: show.
Page 181 Option Description Default Brighten shadows in dark or back- lit photos, creating a retouched — D-Lighting copy that is saved separately from the unmodified original. Create small copies of selected Choose size: Resize pictures. 1280×856; 1.1 M Create cropped copies of selected —...
Page 182: Selecting Multiple Images
Selecting Multiple Images Choosing the options listed below dis- plays an image selection dialog. Press 4 or 2 or rotate the multi selector to high- light pictures (only pictures to which the operation applies are available for selec- tion). • Delete > Delete selected images (0 136) •...
Page 183: Image Review
Image Review If On is selected, pictures will be displayed immediately after shooting. To view pictures when Off is selected, press the K but- ton. Rotate Tall Choose whether to rotate “tall” (portrait-orientation) pictures for display during playback. Note that because the camera itself is already in the appropriate orientation during shooting, images are not rotated automatically during image review.
Page 184: Rating
Rating Press 4 or 2 or rotate the multi selector to highlight pictures (0 158) and press 1 or 3 to choose a rating (0 137). Press J to exit when the operation is complete. D-Lighting Applied to selected images, D-Lighting creates copies that have been processed to brighten shadows.
Page 185: Resize
Resize Create small copies of selected photo- graphs. Select Choose size and choose a size from 1280×856; 1.1 M (1280 × 856 pix- els), 960×640; 0.6 M (960 × 640 pixels), and 640×424; 0.3 M (640 × 424 pixels), and then choose Select images.
Page 186: Crop
Crop Create a cropped copy of selected photo- graphs. Press 4 or 2 or rotate the multi selector to highlight a picture (0 158) and press J to display the image with the default crop shown in yellow. Use the controls below to choose a crop and save the copy.
Page 187: Edit Movie
Edit Movie Trim footage from movies to create edited copies. Choose an edit option. Highlight one of the following options and press 2: • Choose start point: Remove all frames before a chosen starting frame. Start point • Choose end point: Remove all frames after a chosen closing frame.
Page 188 Pause the movie on opening or closing frame. Play the movie back, pressing J to begin and resume playback and 3 to pause (0 65; the first frame is indi- cated by a h icon in the display, the last frame by i). While playback is paused, press 4 or 2 to rewind or advance one frame at a time.
Page 189: Combine 4-Second Movies
Combine 4-Second Movies Combine up to eight 4-second movies into a single movie (4-sec- ond movies are recorded using the 4-second movie option in advanced movie mode; for more information, see page 62). Select movies. Select 4-second movies as described on page 158.
Page 190: Combine Nms Movies
Combine NMS Movies Combine the movie segments of up to eight NMS-format Motion Snapshots (0 176) into a single movie. Select Motion Snapshots. Select Motion Snapshots as described on page 158. Press 1 or 3 to view or hide the order in which the clips will appear in the final movie.
Page 191: I The Shooting Menu 0
The Shooting Menu To display the shooting menu, press G and select Shooting. G button The shooting menu contains the following options: Option Description Default Reset shooting options to Reset shooting — default values. options Choose a creative mode. Creative Creative Palette Choose from Active Selection, Best moment...
Page 192 Option Description Default Choose the number of shots Number of selected by the Smart Photo shots saved Selector (0 82). Choose when the movie Movie before/ portion of Motion Snapshots is 1.0 s : 0.6 s after recorded (0 87). Choose a file format for new File format NMS files...
Page 193 Option Description Default Choose whether the camera Auto distortion corrects barrel and pin-cushion control distortion. Choose a color space for new Color space sRGB pictures. Active Avoid loss of detail in highlights and shadows. D-Lighting Reduce noise in long time- Long exposure exposures.
Page 194: Exposure Mode
Exposure Mode The options in the exposure mode menu offer varying degrees of control over shutter speed and aperture in Motion Snapshot and advanced movie modes (0 61, 87) and when Active Selec- tion or Slow view is chosen in best moment capture mode (0 76).
Page 195: Image Quality
Image Quality Choose a file format and compression ratio for photographs. Option File type Description Compressed 12-bit raw data from the image sensor are saved directly to the memory card. White bal- NEF (RAW) ance, contrast, and other settings can be adjusted on a computer after shooting.
Page 196: Image Size
Image Size Choose the size of photographs. ❚❚ Standard Photographs The following options are available in still image and Smart Photo Selector modes and when an option other than Easy pan- orama is selected in creative mode. Option Size (pixels) Approximate print size at 300 dpi (cm/in.) # 5232×3488;...
Page 197 NEF (RAW)/NEF (RAW) + JPEG The option selected for image size does not affect the size of NEF (RAW) images. NEF (RAW) images can be viewed on the camera or using soft- ware such as Capture NX 2 (available separately; 0 223) or ViewNX 2 (supplied).
Page 198: Active Selection
Active Selection Choose the frames Active Selection (0 76) records to temporary storage, the length of time over which the frames are captured, and the default number of frames saved. ❚❚ On Release, Record Choose the frames copied from the buffer to temporary storage when the shutter-release button is pressed all the way down.
Page 199: Number Of Shots Saved
Number of Shots Saved Choose the number of shots selected by the Smart Photo Selec- tor. If 5 is selected, the camera will save the best shot and 4 best shot candidates. If 1 is selected, the camera will save only the best shot.
Page 200: File Format
File Format Choose the file format for Motion Snapshots (0 87). Motion Snapshots are recorded as a 4 s MOV file and a JPEG image. Motion Snapshots can only be viewed on the cam- NMS files era or using ViewNX 2 (0 142). Motion Snapshots are recorded as a 10 s MOV file that can be viewed in a variety of computer applications.
Page 201: Toy Camera Effect
Toy Camera Effect Adjust saturation and vignetting for pictures taken with Toy camera effect selected in creative mode. ❚❚ Saturation Choose from High, Normal, and Low. ❚❚ Vignetting Choose the amount of vignetting from High, Normal, and Low. Metering Choose how the camera sets exposure. The camera meters a wide area of the frame and adjusts for L Matrix contrast (tone distribution), color, composition, and subject...
Page 202: Auto Distortion Control
Auto Distortion Control Select On to reduce barrel distortion in photos taken with wide- angle lenses and to reduce pin-cushion distortion in photos taken with long lenses (note that the edges of photographs may be cropped out, and that there may be an increase in the time needed to process images before they are saved).
Page 203: Active D-Lighting
Active D-Lighting Active D-Lighting preserves details in highlights and shadows for natural contrast. Use with high contrast scenes such as a brightly lit outdoor view framed in a door or window or a sub- jects in the shade on a sunny day. It is most effective when used with Matrix metering (0 177).
Page 204: Long Exposure Nr
Long Exposure NR Photographs taken at slow shutter speeds are automatically pro- cessed to reduce “noise” (bright spots, randomly-spaced bright pixels, or fog), slightly increasing recording times. Selecting On increases the amount of noise reduction performed at shutter speeds slower than 1 s and increases the time required to record images by roughly 1.5 to 2 times.
Page 205: Interval Timer Shooting
Interval Timer Shooting Take photographs automatically at preset intervals. Before Shooting Before proceeding, check that the clock is set correctly (0 31, 218) and then take a test shot at current settings and view the results in the mon- itor. Use of a tripod is recommended.
Page 206 Start shooting. Highlight Start and press J. Shoot- ing will start after about 3 s, and con- tinue at the selected interval until all the shots have been taken (one shot is taken at each interval). Note that the pause following the recording of each shot varies with shutter speed and the time needed to record the image, with the result that photo- graphs may not be recorded at the selected interval.
Page 207: Optical Vr
Optical VR This option is available with 1 NIKKOR lenses that support vibra- tion reduction (VR). The options available vary with the type of lens: Normal/Active/Off for lenses that support active vibration reduction and On/Off for other VR lenses. Choose Active, Nor- mal, or On to reduce the effects of vibration;...
Page 208: Electronic Vr
Electronic VR Select On to enable electronic vibration reduction in Motion Snapshot mode (0 87), when filming movies in auto, creative, t, u, v, and w modes, and when HD movie is selected in advanced movie mode (0 62, but note that electronic VR is not available when 1080/60p or 720/60p is selected for Frame size/ frame rate).
Page 209: Af-Area Mode
AF-Area Mode Choose how the focus area for autofocus is selected. Auto- The camera automatically detects the subject and selects the focus area. area Press J to view the focus area selection display, then use the multi selector to position the focus area over your subject Single- and press J;...
Page 210: Built-In Af Assist
Built-in AF Assist When On is selected, the built-in AF- AF-assist illuminator assist illuminator will light to illuminate poorly-lit subjects if: • AF-S is selected for focus mode (0 99) or single AF is selected in AF-A, and • Auto-area or Single-point is selected for AF-area mode (0 185).
Page 211: Flash Control
Flash Control Choose a flash control mode for the built-in and optional flash units. Flash output is adjusted automatically in response to shoot- 1 TTL ing conditions (i-TTL flash control). Choose a flash level between Full and 1/32 ( of full power). At full power, the built-in flash has a guide number of about 5/16 (m/ft, ISO 100, 20 °C/68 °F;...
Page 212: Flash Compensation
Flash Compensation Flash compensation alters flash output from the level suggested by the camera, changing the brightness of the main sub- ject relative to the background. Choose from values between –3 EV (darker) and +1 EV (brighter) in increments of EV;...
Page 213: The Movie Menu 0
The Movie Menu To display the movie menu, press G and select Movies. G button The movie menu contains the following options: Option Description Default Reset movie menu options to Reset movie — — their default values. options Choose a movie type for Advanced HD movie movie...
Page 214 Option Description Default Adjust settings for 1 NIKKOR Optical VR lenses with vibration Active/On reduction. Choose whether to use electronic vibration control Electronic VR when recording movies. Choose how the camera Focus mode See page 99 focuses. Choose how the focus area is AF-area mode Auto-area selected.
Page 215: Slow Motion
Slow Motion Choose a frame rate for slow-motion movies (0 62). The faster the frame rate, the smaller the frame size. Maximum length Maximum length Option Frame size (pixels) Bit rate (shooting) (playback) 1, 2 120 fps 1280 × 720 24 Mbps 12 seconds 768 ×...
Page 216: Frame Size/Frame Rate
Frame Size/Frame Rate Choose a frame size and frame rate for movies recorded in auto, creative, t, u, v, and w modes and when HD movie is selected in advanced movie mode (0 62). Bit rate Option Frame size (pixels) Recording rate Maximum length (approx.) t 1080/60p...
Page 217: Movie Sound Options
Movie Sound Options Adjust movie sound recording settings for the built-in micro- phone and optional external microphones (0 222). ❚❚ Microphone Select Microphone off to disable sound recording. Selecting any other option enables recording and sets the microphone to the selected sensitivity. The 2 Icon Movies recorded with the microphone off are indicated by a 2 icon in full-frame and movie playback.
Page 218: Auto Image Capture
Auto Image Capture Choose whether the camera takes photos automatically while movies are being recorded in auto, creative, t, u, v, or w mode or with HD movie selected in advanced movie mode. Photos will be taken when a suitably-framed portrait subject is in focus and the composition is stable.
Page 219: The Image Processing Menu 0
The Image Processing Menu To display the image processing menu, press G and select Image processing. G button The image processing menu contains the following options: Option Description Default Reset Reset image processing processing — — options to their default values. options Adjust settings for different White balance...
Page 220: White Balance
White Balance White balance ensures that colors are unaffected by the color of the light source. Auto white balance is recommended for most light sources, but other values can be selected if necessary according to the type of source. Automatic white balance adjustment. Recom- v Auto mended in most situations.
Page 221: Fine-Tuning White Balance
Fine-Tuning White Balance Options other than Preset manual can be fine-tuned as follows: Display fine-tuning options. Highlight an option other than Preset Coordinates manual and press 2 to display the fine-tuning options shown at right. Adjustment Fine-tune white balance. Use the multi selector to fine-tune white balance. Increase green Increase blue Increase amber...
Page 222: Preset Manual
Preset Manual Preset manual is used to record and recall custom white balance settings for shooting under mixed lighting or to compensate for light sources with a strong color cast. Light a reference object. Place a neutral gray or white object under the lighting that will be used in the final photograph.
Page 223 Measure white balance. When the camera is ready to measure white balance, a flashing L will be displayed. Before the indicator stops flashing, frame the reference object so that it fills the display and press the shutter-release button all the way d o w n .
Page 224 Auto Power Off White balance measurement will end without a new value being acquired if no operations are performed for the time selected for Auto power off in the setup menu (0 213; the default is 1 minute). Preset White Balance The camera can store only one value for preset white balance at a time;...
Page 225: Iso Sensitivity
ISO Sensitivity The camera’s sensitivity to light can be adjusted according to the amount of light available. The higher the ISO sensitivity, the less light needed to make an exposure, allowing faster shutter speeds or smaller apertures. The camera adjusts ISO sensitivity in response to lighting conditions.
Page 226: Picture Control
Picture Control Choose how the camera processes photographs. Standard processing for balanced results. Recom- Q Standard mended in most situations. Minimal processing for natural results. Choose for R Neutral photographs that will later be extensively processed or retouched. Pictures are enhanced for a vivid, photoprint effect. S Vivid Choose for photographs that emphasize primary col- ors.
Page 227 (0 206). If desired, custom Pic- ture Controls can be saved to a memory card and copied to other Nikon 1 V3 cameras or loaded into compatible software (0 207). Modified Picture Controls Picture Controls that have been modified from default settings are indicated by an asterisk (“*”) in the Picture Control menu...
Page 228 ❚❚ Picture Control Settings Mute or exaggerate the effect of the selected Picture Control (note that this Quick adjust resets all manual adjustments). Not avail- able with Neutral, Monochrome, or custom Picture Controls. Manually adjust the sharpness of outlines, or select A to adjust sharpness automati- Sharpening Manual cally.
Page 229 Previous Settings The line under the value displayed in the Pic- ture Control setting menu indicates the pre- vious value for the setting. Use this as a reference when adjusting settings. Filter Effects (Monochrome Only) The options in this menu simulate the effect of color filters on mono- chrome photographs.
Page 230: Custom Picture Control
Custom Picture Control The Picture Controls supplied with the camera can be modified and saved as custom Picture Controls. Edit/Save To create a custom Picture Control, select Edit/save and follow the steps below. Select a Picture Control. Highlight an existing Picture Control and press 2, or press J to proceed to Step 3 to save a copy of the high- lighted Picture Control without fur-...
Page 231: Load From/Save To Card
Capture NX 2 can be copied to a memory card and loaded into the camera, or custom Picture Controls created with the camera can be copied to the memory card to be used in other Nikon 1 V3 cameras and compatible software and then deleted when no longer needed.
Page 232: High Iso Noise Reduction
To copy custom Picture Controls to or from the memory card, or to delete custom Picture Controls from the memory card, select Load from/save to card in the Custom Picture Control menu. The following options will be displayed: Copy custom Picture Controls from the memory card to Copy to camera custom Picture Controls C-1 through C-9.
Page 233: The Setup Menu
The Setup Menu To display the setup menu, press G and select Setup. G button The setup menu contains the following options: Option Description Default Reset setup menu options other than Flicker reduction, Reset setup options — — Time zone and date, and Lan- guage to default values.
Page 234 Option Description Default Choose how long the camera Remote on duration waits for a signal from an 10 min ML-L3 remote control. Fn1: White balance Choose the roles played by Fn2: ISO sensitivity Assign Fn button the Fn1, Fn2, and Fn3 buttons. Fn3: Movie-record button Assign AE/AF-L...
Page 235: Slot Empty Release Lock
Format Memory Card Select Yes to format the memory card. Note that this permanently deletes all data on the card, including protected images; before proceeding, be sure to copy important pictures and other data to a computer (0 145). To exit without formatting the memory card, highlight No and press J.
Page 236: Viewfinder Brightness
Viewfinder Brightness This option is available only when an optional viewfinder is attached. To adjust the brightness of the viewfinder, select View- finder brightness and press 1 or 3. Choose higher values to brighten the display and lower values to make the display darker.
Page 237: Auto Power Off
Auto Power Off Choose how long the displays remain on when no operations are per formed (0 29). Choose shorter delays to reduce the drain on the battery. Once the dis- plays have turned off, they can be reacti- vated by pressing the shutter-release button.
Page 238: Assign Ae/Af-L Button
Assign AE/AF-L Button Choose whether the A button locks both focus and exposure (AE/AF lock), exposure only (AE lock only), or focus only (AF lock only) or can be used to initiate autofocus (AF-ON). Expo- sure lock is described below, focus lock on page 216. Autoexposure Lock Exposure lock is used to recompose photographs after metering exposure.
Page 239 Lock exposure. With the shutter-release button pressed halfway and the subject posi- tioned in the focus area, press the A button to lock exposure. While expo- sure lock is in effect, an AE-L/AF-L indica- tor will be displayed. Exposure will A button remain locked while the button is pressed.
Page 240: Focus Lock
Focus Lock Focus lock can be used to change the composition after focusing on the subject in the center of the frame, allowing you to focus on a subject that will not be in the center of the final composi- tion.
Page 241: Flicker Reduction
Recompose the photograph and shoot. Focus will remain locked between shots. Do not change the distance between the camera and the sub- ject while focus lock is in effect. If the subject moves, focus again at the new distance. Flicker Reduction Reduce flicker and banding in the display and in movies while shooting under fluorescent or mercury-vapor lighting.
Page 242: Reset File Numbering
Reset File Numbering When a photograph is taken or a movie is recorded, the camera names the file by adding one to the number of the previous file (0 173). If the current folder is numbered 999 and contains either 999 photographs or a photograph numbered 9999, the shutter-release button will be disabled and no further photo- graphs can be taken.
Page 243: Auto Image Rotation
Auto Image Rotation Photographs taken while On is selected contain information on camera orientation, allowing them to be rotated automatically during playback or when viewed in ViewNX 2 (supplied) or Capture NX 2 (available separately; 0 223). The following orien- tations are recorded: Landscape (wide) Camera rotated 90°...
Page 244: Pixel Mapping
Pixel Mapping Check and optimize the camera image sensor and image proces- sors if you notice unexpected bright spots in your pictures (note that the camera comes with the sensor and processors already optimized). Before performing pixel mapping as described below, check that the battery is fully charged.
Page 245: N Technical Notes 0
1 mount lenses Mount Mount Adapter FT1: The FT1 allows NIKKOR F mount lenses to be used with Nikon 1 interchangeable lens format digital adapters cameras. The angle of view of an F mount lens mounted on the FT1 is equivalent to that of a 35 mm format lens with a focal length about 2.7 ×...
Page 246 EH-5b, EH-5a, or EH-5; see page 225 for details. Flash units When mounted on the Nikon 1 V3, the following flash units support i-TTL and manual flash control (0 187). • Speedlight SB-N5 (0 109):The SB-N5 has a Guide Number of 8.5/27.9 (m/ft, ISO 100, 20 °C/68 °F;...
Page 247 Capture NX 2: A complete photo editing package offering such features as white balance adjustment and color control points. Note: Use the latest versions of Nikon software; see the web- sites listed on page xviii for the latest information on sup- ported operating systems. At default settings, Nikon Message...
Page 248: 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. microSD cards microSDHC cards microSDXC cards...
Page 249: Attaching A Power Connector And Ac Adapter
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 and power connector 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 250 Connect the AC adapter. Connect the AC adapter power cable to the AC socket on AC adapter (q) and the EP-5C power cable to the DC socket (w). A P icon is displayed in the monitor when the camera is powered by the AC adapter and power connector.
Page 251: 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 252: Caring For The Camera And Battery: Cautions
Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions Do not drop: The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shocks or vibration. Keep dry: This product is not waterproof, and may malfunction if immersed in water or exposed to high levels of humidity. Rusting of the internal mechanism can cause irreparable damage.
Page 253 Cleaning: When cleaning the camera body, use a blower to gently remove dust and lint, then wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth. After using the cam- era at the beach or seaside, wipe off any sand or salt using a cloth lightly dampened in pure water and then dry the camera thoroughly.
Page 254 Do not leave the lens pointed at the sun: Do not leave the lens pointed at the sun or other strong light source for an extended period. Intense light may cause the image sensor to deteriorate or produce a white blur effect in photographs.
Page 255 • Used batteries are a valuable resource; recycle in accord with local reg- ulations. 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 256: Available Settings
Available Settings The following table lists the settings that can be adjusted in each mode. ❚❚ C Auto, u Best Moment Capture, v Advanced Movie, and z Motion Snapshot Modes t, u, t, u, s t y h ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ — Image quality —...
Page 257 t, u, t, u, s t y h — ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ — ✔ ✔ Autoexposure lock — — — ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ — ✔ ✔ Focus lock — — ✔ — — — — Continuous — — — —...
Page 258 ❚❚ t, u, v, w, and w Creative Modes In the table below, creative modes are represented by the following icons: 4 creative palette, 5 HDR, p easy panorama, q soft, r miniature effect, s selective color, 6 cross process, and 7 toy camera effect.
Page 259: Defaults
Defaults Defaults for the options in the playback, shooting, movie, image processing, and setup menus may be found on pages 156, 167, 189, 195, and 209, respectively. Defaults for other settings are listed below. Option Default Focus area (0 185) Center Flexible program (0 70) Autoexposure lock (0 214)
Page 260: Memory Card Capacity
Memory Card Capacity The following table shows the number of pictures or amount of movie footage that can be stored on a 16GB SanDisk SDSDQXP- 016G-J35 UHS-I microSDHC card at different image quality, size, or movie settings. All figures are approximate; file size varies with the type of card and scene recorded.
Page 261 ❚❚ Easy Panorama Image quality Image size File size No. of images (0 171) (0 172) Normal 4800 × 920 4.4 MB 3400 panorama 1536 × 4800 4.4 MB 3400 JPEG fine Wide 9600 × 920 8.6 MB 1700 panorama 1536 ×...
Page 262 ❚❚ HD, Fast-Motion, Jump-Cut, and 4-Second Movies Frame size/frame rate (0 192) Maximum total length (approx.) 1080/60p 47 minutes 1080/30p 1 hour 20 minutes 720/60p 1 hour 57 minutes 720/30p 2 hours 32 minutes 1 HD movies only. Fast-motion, jump-cut, and 4-second movies are recorded at 1080/30p.
Page 263: 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. Battery/Display The camera is on but does not respond: Wait for recording or any other process- ing to end.
Page 264: Shooting (All Modes)
Shooting (All Modes) The camera takes time to turn on: Delete files or format the memory card. The shutter-release is disabled: • The battery is exhausted (0 23, 33). • The memory card is full (0 33). • The flash is charging (0 107). •...
Page 265: Shooting (T, U, V, And W Modes)
No photo taken when ML-L3 remote control shutter-release button is pressed: • Replace battery in remote control (0 222). • Choose a remote control mode (0 96). • The remote control standby timer has expired (0 213). • The remote is not pointed at the camera or the infrared receiver is not visible (0 2, 96).
Page 266: Movies
Movies Cannot record movies: The movie-record button can not be used to record movies in best moment capture or Motion Snapshot mode (0 79, 90). No sound is recorded for movies: • Microphone off is selected for Movie sound options > Microphone (0 193).
Page 267: Wi-Fi (Wireless Networks)
Cannot delete images: Remove protection from the files before deletion (0 159). Cannot select photos for printing: The memory card is full (0 33) or the pho- tos are in NEF (RAW) format. To print NEF (RAW) photos, transfer the pic- tures to a computer and use the supplied software or Capture NX 2 (0 145).
Page 268: Error Messages
Turn the camera off and then on again. Lens error. If the problem persists or reoccurs fre- Try again after turning quently, contact a Nikon-authorized the camera off and on. service representative. Cannot take pictures. Turn the camera off and recharge the...
Page 269 • Format the card. If the problem per- cannot be used. Card sists, the card may be damaged. Con- may be damaged; tact a Nikon-authorized ser vice insert a different card. representative. • Insert a new memory card. 24, 224...
Page 270 Turn the camera off and then on again. in the internal circuitry. If the problem persists or reoccurs fre- — Try again after turning quently, contact a Nikon-authorized the camera off and on. service representative. The camera’s internal temperature is high.
Page 271: Specifications
Effective angle of view equivalent) Effective pixels 18.4 million Image sensor Image sensor 13.2 mm × 8.8 mm CMOS sensor (Nikon CX for- mat) Dust-reduction system Image sensor cleaning Storage Still images taken in auto, t, u, v, w, best moment...
Page 272 • NEF (RAW): 12-bit, compressed File format • JPEG: JPEG-Baseline compliant with fine (approx. 1 : 4), normal (approx. 1 : 8) compression • NEF (RAW) + JPEG: Single photograph recorded in both NEF (RAW) and JPEG formats Standard, Neutral, Vivid, Monochrome, Portrait, Picture Control system Landscape;...
Page 273 • Mechanical shutter: Synchronizes with shutter at Flash sync speed s or slower • Electronic shutter: Synchronizes with shutter at s or slower Release • Single frame, continuous Mode • Self-timer, remote, interval timer shooting Frame advance rate Approx. 6, 10, 20, 30, or 60 fps 2 s, 10 s Self-timer Remote control modes...
Page 274 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 275 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 (aspect ratio 16 : 9) recording rate •...
Page 276 Interface Hi-Speed USB Type D HDMI connector HDMI output Multi accessory port Used for designated accessories Audio input Stereo mini-pin jack (3.5mm diameter) Wireless IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g Standards Communications • IEEE 802.11b: DSSS/CCK • IEEE 802.11g: OFDM protocols Operating frequency 2412–2462 MHz (channels 1–11) Approximately 10 m/33 ft (assumes no interfer- Range (line of sight)
Page 277 • 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 278 1 NIKKOR VR 10–30mm f/3.5–5.6 PD-ZOOM Type 1 mount lens 10–30 mm Focal length Maximum aperture f/3.5–5.6 Construction 9 elements in 7 groups (including 4 aspherical lens elements, 1 ED lens element, and HRI lens elements) 77°–29° 40′ Angle of view Vibration reduction Lens shift using voice coil motors (VCMs) Minimum focus distance 0.2 m (0.7 ft) from focal plane at all zoom positions...
Page 279 Dimensions (W × H × D) Approx. 119.2 × 76.6 × 48.8 mm (4.7 × 3.0 × 1.9 in.), excluding projections Approx. 63 g (2.2 oz), excluding connector cap 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.
Page 280 ❚❚ 1 NIKKOR Lenses 1 NIKKOR VR 10–30mm f/3.5–5.6 PD-ZOOM Lens mounting mark Lens cover CPU contacts Zoom ring 1 NIKKOR 11–27.5mm f/3.5–5.6 Zoom ring Lens cap Lens mounting mark CPU contacts Focal length mark Focal length scale Retractable lens barrel button...
Page 281 1 NIKKOR lenses are exclusively for Nikon 1 interchangeable lens format digital cameras. The angle of view is equivalent to a 35 mm format lens with a focal length about 2.7× longer. The 1 NIKKOR VR 10–30mm f/3.5–5.6 PD-ZOOM supports vibration reduction, which can be adjusted using the Optical VR option in the camera menus (0 183).
Page 282 Supplied Accessories • 40.5 mm snap-on Front Lens Cap LC-N40.5 (for use with the 1 NIKKOR 11–27.5mm f/3.5–5.6) • Rear Lens Cap LF-N1000 Optional Accessories • 40.5 mm screw-on filters (for use with the 1 NIKKOR 11–27.5mm f/3.5–5.6) • 40.5 mm screw-on Hood HN-N102 (for use with the 1 NIKKOR 11–27.5mm f/3.5–5.6;...
Page 283 ❚❚ The Optional FT1 Mount Adapter Read this section for information on using the optional FT1 mount adapter. Before proceeding, be sure that you have read and understood this manual and the documentation for the FT1 and lenses. Autofocus Autofocus is available only with AF-S lenses; other lenses sup- port manual focus only.
Page 284 If AF-S or AF-C is selected for Focus mode and the lens sup- ports autofocus with manual override, you can focus using autofocus and then keep the shutter-release button pressed halfway and rotate the lens focus ring to fine-tune focus man- ually.
Page 285 The Electronic Rangefinder If a CPU lens is attached in manual focus mode, the focus indicator can be used to check whether the camera is focused on the subject in the center focus area. Focus indicator Status In focus. Camera focused in front of subject. Camera focused behind subject.
Page 286 Restrictions • Auto and best moment capture modes are not supported. • Motion Snapshots can be recorded only when an AF-S lens is attached and the camera is in autofocus mode and then only when the subject is in focus. Do not attempt to adjust focus using the focus ring.
Page 287 ❚❚ Supported Standards • DCF Version 2.0: The Design Rule for Camera File Systems (DCF) is a standard widely used in the digital camera industry to ensure compatibility among different makes of camera. • DPOF: Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) is an industry-wide standard that allows pictures to be printed from print orders stored on the memory card.
Page 288 Wi-Fi and the Wi-Fi logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance. All other trade names mentioned in this manual or the other documentation provided with your Nikon product are trade- marks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
Page 289: Battery Life
• Using vibration reduction mode with VR lenses • Using zoom with power zoom lenses • Using viewfinders, grips, flash units, or GPS units To ensure that you get the most from rechargeable Nikon EN-EL20a batteries: • Keep the battery contacts clean. Soiled contacts can reduce battery performance.
Page 290: Index
Index E (self-timer) ........94 Symbols # (remote control) ......96 C (Auto mode) ......8, 38 % (focus mode) ....... 99 t (Programmed auto) ....70, 170 E (exposure compensation) ..104 u (Shutter-priority auto) ..71, 170 N (flash mode) ........106 v (Aperture-priority auto) ...72, 170 Y (red-eye reduction) ....106 w (Manual) .........73, 170 p (slow sync) ........106...
Page 291 Audio .............90 Command dial ... 41, 70–73, 102 Auto distortion control ....178 Compatible lens ......221 Auto image capture ...... 194 Computer ...........141 Auto image rotation ...... 219 Continuous .......... 92 Auto mode ...........38 Continuous AF ........99 Auto photography ......194 Contrast ........
Page 292 Exposure mode ........170 Eye sensor ..........34 H.264 ...........251 HD movie ........62, 192 HDMI ......... 148, 263 Face priority .......45, 169 HDMI device control ......149 Fast motion ......... 62 HDMI-CEC ..........149 File format ..........176 HDR ............53 Fill flash ..........106 High definition .......
Page 293 Push-button WPS ......121 Neutral ..........202 Night landscape .........44 Night portrait ........44 Quick adjust ........204 Nikon Transfer 2 ......146 NMS ........173, 176, 238 Rating ........137, 160 Normal panorama ....172, 237 Rear-curtain sync ......106 Number of copies (PictBridge) .. 151 Red-eye reduction ......106...
Page 294 Reset Wi-Fi settings ......124 Speedlight ....... 109, 222 Resize ...........161 Spot (Metering) .......177 Retractable lens barrel button ..28, sRGB .............178 29, 256 SSID ............123 Rotate tall ...........159 Standard ..........202 Start printing (PictBridge) ....152 Strap ............23 Saturation ..........204 Subject tracking ......185 Saturation (Toy camera effect) ...177 System requirements ....143 Scene auto selector ......170...
Page 295 Wide panorama .....172, 237 Wi-Fi ..........xix, 119 Wi-Fi upload ........125 Wind noise reduction ....193 Wireless ........xix, 119 Wireless Mobile Utility ..119, 120 Zoom guide .........45 Zoom ring ......28, 45, 256...
Page 296 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. SB4E02(11) 6MVA7611-02...

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