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DIGITAL CAMERA

User's Manual

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Getting the Most from Your Camera .........................................3

Product Documentation ..............................................................5

For Your Safety...............................................................................6

Notices.............................................................................................9

Introduction 14

Package Contents........................................................................14

Parts of the Camera.....................................................................15

The Camera Body .................................................................................15

The Monitor............................................................................................17

The G Button..................................................................................18

First Steps......................................................................................23

Auto Mode 27

Taking Photos in Auto Mode.....................................................27

Live Image Control...............................................................................31

Viewing Photographs .................................................................33

Deleting Pictures ..................................................................................34

Recording Movies in Auto Mode ..............................................35

Creative Mode 36

Choosing a Creative Mode.........................................................36

Choosing a Scene ........................................................................37

Taking Photos in P, S, A, and M Modes ......................................39

PProgrammed Auto............................................................................39

SShutter-Priority Auto........................................................................40

AAperture-Priority Auto ....................................................................41

MManual .................................................................................................42

Backlighting .................................................................................44

Recording Movies in Creative Mode........................................45

Table of Contents

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Best Moment Capture Mode 46

Slow View......................................................................................46

Smart Photo Selector..................................................................48

Viewing Photos Taken with the Smart Photo Selector ........ 50

Choosing the Best Shot ..................................................................... 50

Deleting Pictures.................................................................................. 51

Motion Snapshot Mode 52

Shooting in Motion Snapshot Mode .......................................52

Viewing Motion Snapshots .......................................................55

Deleting Motion Snapshots............................................................. 55

Recording and Viewing Movies 56

Recording HD Movies................................................................. 57

Recording Slow-Motion Movies ............................................... 61

Viewing Movies ...........................................................................64

Deleting Movies ................................................................................... 65

More on Photography 66

Single-Frame, Continuous, and Self-Timer Modes ...............66

Continuous Mode................................................................................ 66

Self-Timer Modes................................................................................. 68

The Built-in Flash.........................................................................70

Choosing a Flash Mode ..................................................................... 71

Menu Options 74

Playback Menu Options ............................................................ 74

Shooting Menu Options............................................................ 75

Movie Menu Options ................................................................. 76

Image Processing Menu Options ............................................ 76

Setup Menu Options.................................................................. 77

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Connecting to a Computer 78

Installing the Supplied Software..............................................78

System Requirements.........................................................................79

Viewing and Editing Pictures on a Computer........................80

Transferring Pictures...........................................................................80

Viewing Pictures ...................................................................................81

Technical Notes 83

Optional Accessories ..................................................................83

Approved Memory Cards ..................................................................84

Storage and Cleaning .................................................................85

Storage.....................................................................................................85

Cleaning...................................................................................................85

Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions ........................86

Troubleshooting ..........................................................................90

Battery/Display......................................................................................90

Shooting (All Modes) ..........................................................................91

Movies ......................................................................................................91

Playback...................................................................................................92

Miscellaneous........................................................................................92

Error Messages.............................................................................93

Specifications ...............................................................................95

Nikon 1 S1 Digital Camera ................................................................95

Battery Life........................................................................................... 102

Index ........................................................................................... 103

3

Getting the Most from Your Camera

Take photos with the shutter-release button.

Photos can be taken in any

mode by pressing the shutter-

release button. See page 19 for

more information.

Shutter-release button

Shoot movies with the movie-record button.

Movies can be recorded by

pressing the movie-record but-

ton in auto (035), creative

(045), and advanced movie

(056) modes.

Movie-record button

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Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon digital camera. For a

complete guide to using your digital camera, see the Reference

Manual (05). To get the most from your camera, please be sure

to read this User’s Manual thoroughly and keep it where it 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:

The lens generally used in this manual for illustrative purposes is a

1 NIKKOR VR 10–30mm f/3.5–5.6.

Digitutor

“Digitutor”, a series of “watch and learn” manuals in movie form, is avail-

able from the following website:

http://www.nikondigitutor.com/index_eng.html

DThis icon marks cautions; information that should be read before

use to prevent damage to the camera.

AThis icon marks notes; information that should be read before

using the camera.

0This icon marks references to other pages in this manual.

AFor Your Safety

Before using the camera for the first time, read the safety instructions in

“For Your Safety” (06–8) and “Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cau-

tions” (086).

5

The following documentation is supplied with the camera.

The Reference Manual can be viewed using Adobe Reader or

Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later, available for free download

from the Adobe website.

1Start the computer and insert the reference manual CD.

2Double-click the CD (Nikon 1 S1) icon in Computer or My

Computer (Windows) or on the desktop (Mac OS).

3Double-click the INDEX.pdf icon to display a language selec-

tion screen and click a language to display the Reference Man-

ual.

Product Documentation

User’s Manual

(this manual)—Describes how

to take and view pictures.

Reference Manual (on CD)—A complete

guide to using your digital camera,

included as a pdf file on the supplied Ref-

erence Manual CD-ROM.

DIGITAL CAMERA

User's Manual

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To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others,

read the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equip-

ment. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the product will

read them.

The consequences that could result from failure to observe the precautions

listed in this section are indicated by the following symbol:

❚❚WARNINGS

For Your Safety

AThis icon marks warnings. To prevent possible injury, read all warn-

ings before using this Nikon product.

AKeep the sun out of the frame. Keep the

sun well out of the frame when

shooting backlit subjects. Sunlight

focused into the camera when the

sun is in or close to the frame could

cause a fire.

ATurn off immediately in the event of mal-

function. Should you notice smoke or

an unusual smell coming from the

equipment or AC adapter (available

separately), unplug the AC adapter

and remove the battery immediately,

taking care to avoid burns. Continued

operation could result in injury. After

removing the battery, take the equip-

ment to a Nikon-authorized service

center for inspection.

ADo not use in the presence of flammable

gas. Do not use electronic equipment

in the presence of flammable gas, as

this could result in explosion or fire.

ADo not disassemble. Touching the prod-

uct’s internal parts could result in

injury. In the event of malfunction,

the product should be repaired only

by a qualified technician. Should the

product break open as the result of a

fall or other accident, remove the bat-

tery and/or AC adapter and then take

the product to a Nikon-authorized

service center for inspection.

AKeep out of reach of children. Failure to

observe this precaution could result

in injury. In addition, note that small

parts constitute a choking hazard.

Should a child swallow any part of

this equipment, consult a physician

immediately.

ADo not place the strap around the neck of

an infant or child. Placing the camera

strap around the neck of an infant or

child could result in strangulation.

7

ADo not remain in contact with the camera,

battery, or charger for extended periods

while the devices are on or in use. Parts of

the device become hot. Leaving the

device in direct contact with the skin

for extended periods may result in

low-temperature burns.

ADo not aim the flash at the operator of a

motor vehicle. Failure to observe this

precaution could result in accidents.

AObserve caution when using a flash.

•Using the camera with the flash in

close contact with the skin or other

objects could cause burns.

•Using a flash close to the subject’s

eyes could cause temporary visual

impairment. Particular care should

be observed when photographing

infants, when the flash should be no

less than one meter (39 in.) from the

subject.

AAvoid contact with liquid crystal. Should

the display break, care should be

taken to avoid injury due to broken

glass and to prevent the liquid crystal

from the display touching the skin or

entering the eyes or mouth.

AObserve proper precautions when handling

batteries. Batteries may leak or

explode if improperly handled.

Observe the following precautions

when handling batteries for use in

this product:

•Use only batteries approved for use

in this equipment.

•Do not short or disassemble the

battery.

•Be sure the product is off before

replacing the battery. If you are

using an AC adapter, be sure it is

unplugged.

•Do not attempt to insert the battery

upside down or backwards.

•Do not expose the battery to flame

or to excessive heat.

•Do not immerse in or expose to

water.

•Replace the terminal cover when

transporting the battery. Do not

transport or store the battery with

metal objects such as necklaces or

hairpins.

•Batteries are prone to leakage when

fully discharged. To avoid damage

to the product, be sure to remove

the battery when no charge

remains.

•When the battery is not in use,

attach the terminal cover and store

in a cool, dry place.

•The battery may be hot immedi-

ately after use or when the product

has been used on battery power for

an extended period. Before remov-

ing the battery turn the camera off

and allow the battery to cool.

•Discontinue use immediately

should you notice any changes in

the battery, such as discoloration or

deformation.

8

AObserve proper precautions when handling

the charger:

•Keep dry. Failure to observe this

precaution could result in fire or

electric shock.

•Do not short the charger terminals.

Failure to observe this precaution

could result in overheating and

damage to the charger.

•Dust on or near the metal parts of

the plug should be removed with a

dry cloth. Continued use could

result in fire.

•Do not go near the charger during

thunderstorms. Failure to observe

this precaution could result in elec-

tric shock.

•Do not handle the plug or charger

with wet hands. Failure to observe

this precaution could result in elec-

tric shock.

•Do not use with travel converters or

adapters designed to convert from

one voltage to another or with DC-

to-AC inverters. Failure to observe

this precaution could damage the

product or cause overheating or fire.

AUse appropriate cables. When connect-

ing cables to the input and output

jacks, use only the cables provided or

sold by Nikon for the purpose to

maintain compliance with product

regulations.

ACD-ROMs: CD-ROMs containing soft-

ware or manuals should not be

played back on audio CD equipment.

Playing CD-ROMs on an audio CD

player could cause hearing loss or

damage the equipment.

9

•No part of the manuals included

with this product may be repro-

duced, transmitted, transcribed,

stored in a retrieval system, or trans-

lated into any language in any form,

by any means, without Nikon’s prior

written permission.

•Nikon reserves the right to change

the specifications of the hardware

and software described in these

manuals at any time and without

prior notice.

•Nikon will not be held liable for any

damages resulting from the use of

this product.

•While every effort has been made to

ensure that the information in these

manuals is accurate and complete,

we would appreciate it were you to

bring any errors or omissions to the

attention of the Nikon representa-

tive in your area (address provided

separately).

Notice for Customers in Canada

CAUTION

This Class B digital apparatus com-

plies with Canadian ICES-003.

ATTENTION

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B

est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du

Canada.

Notice for Customers in Europe

This symbol indicates that

electrical and electronic

equipment is to be col-

lected separately.

The following apply only to

users in European countries:

•This product is designated for sepa-

rate collection at an appropriate col-

lection point. Do not dispose of as

household waste.

•Separate collection and recycling

helps conserve natural resources

and prevent negative consequences

for human health and the environ-

ment that might result from incor-

rect disposal.

•For more information, contact the

retailer or the local authorities in

charge of waste management.

This symbol on the battery

indicates that the battery is

to be collected separately.

The following apply only to

users in European countries:

•All batteries, whether marked with

this symbol or not, are designated

for separate collection at an appro-

priate collection point. Do not dis-

pose of as household waste.

•For more information, contact the

retailer or the local authorities in

charge of waste management.

Notices

CAUTION: RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT

TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.

10

Notice for Customers in the U.S.A.

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference Statement

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. These limits are

designed to provide reasonable pro-

tection against harmful interference in

a residential installation. This equip-

ment generates, uses, and can radiate

radio frequency energy and, if not

installed and used in accordance with

the instructions, may cause harmful

interference to radio communications.

However, there is no guarantee that

interference will not occur in a particu-

lar installation. If this equipment does

cause harmful interference to radio or

television reception, which can be

determined by turning the equipment

off and on, the user is encouraged to

try to correct the interference by one

or more of the following measures:

•Reorient or relocate the receiving

antenna.

•Increase the separation between the

equipment and receiver.

•Connect the equipment into an out-

let on a circuit different from that to

which the receiver is connected.

•Consult the dealer or an experienced

radio/television technician for help.

CAUTIONS

Modifications

The FCC requires the user be notified

that any changes or modifications

made to this device that are not

expressly approved by Nikon Corpo-

ration may void the user’s authority to

operate the equipment.

Interface Cables

Use the interface cables sold or pro-

vided by Nikon for your equipment.

Using other interface cables may

exceed the limits of Class B Part 15 of

the FCC rules.

Notice for Customers in the State of California

WARNING: Handling the cord on this

product may expose you to lead, a

chemical known to the State of Cali-

fornia to cause birth defects or other

reproductive harm. Wash hands after

handling.

Nikon Inc., 1300 Walt Whitman Road,

Melville, New York 11747-3064, U.S.A.

Tel.: 631-547-4200

The Battery Charger

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS—SAVE THESE

INSTRUCTIONS

DANGER—TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC

SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS

For connection to a supply not in the U.S.A., use an attachment plug adapter

of the proper configuration for the power outlet if needed. This power unit

is intended to be correctly oriented in a vertical or floor mount position.

11

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

or reproduced

Do not copy or reproduce paper

money, coins, securities, govern-

ment bonds, or local government

bonds, even if such copies or repro-

ductions are stamped “Sample.”

The copying or reproduction of

paper money, coins, or securities

which are circulated in a foreign

country is prohibited.

Unless the prior permission of the

government has been obtained, the

copying or reproduction of unused

postage stamps or post cards issued

by the government is prohibited.

The copying or reproduction of

stamps issued by the government

and of certified documents stipu-

lated by law is prohibited.

•Cautions on certain copies and reproduc-

tions

The government has issued cautions

on copies or reproductions of securities

issued by private companies (shares,

bills, checks, gift certificates, etc.), com-

muter passes, or coupon tickets, except

when a minimum of necessary copies

are to be provided for business use by a

company. Also, do not copy or repro-

duce passports issued by the govern-

ment, licenses issued by public

agencies and private groups, ID cards,

and tickets, such as passes and meal

coupons.

•Comply with copyright notices

The copying or reproduction of

copyrighted creative works such as

books, music, paintings, woodcuts,

prints, maps, drawings, movies, and

photographs is governed by

national and international copyright

laws. Do not use this product for the

purpose of making illegal copies or

to infringe copyright laws.

Disposing of Data Storage Devices

Please note that deleting images or formatting memory cards or other data

storage devices does not completely erase the original image data. Deleted

files can sometimes be recovered from discarded storage devices using com-

mercially available software, potentially resulting in the malicious use of per-

sonal image data. Ensuring the privacy of such data is the user’s

responsibility.

Before discarding a data storage device or transferring ownership to another

person, erase all data using commercial deletion software, or format the

device and then completely refill it with images containing no private infor-

mation (for example, pictures of empty sky). Care should be taken to avoid

injury when physically destroying data storage devices.

12

AVC Patent Portfolio License

THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL

AND NON-COMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER TO (I) ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH

THE AVC STANDARD (“AVC VIDEO”) AND/OR (II) DECODE AVC VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED

BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS

OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED TO PROVIDE AVC VIDEO. NO LICENSE IS

GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE

OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C. SEE http://www.mpegla.com

Temperature Warnings

The camera may become warm to the touch during use; this is normal and

does not indicate a malfunction. At high ambient temperatures, after

extended periods of continuous use, or after several photographs have been

taken in quick succession, a temperature warning may be displayed, follow-

ing which the camera will turn off automatically to minimize damage to its

internal circuits. Wait for the camera to cool before resuming use.

Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories

Nikon cameras are designed to the highest standards and include complex

electronic circuitry. 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.

The use of non-Nikon electronic accessories could damage the

camera and may void your Nikon warranty. The use of third-

party rechargeable Li-ion batteries not bearing the Nikon holo-

graphic seal shown at right could interfere with normal operation of the cam-

era or result in the batteries overheating, igniting, rupturing, or leaking.

For more information about Nikon brand accessories, contact a local autho-

rized Nikon dealer.

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DUse Only Nikon Brand Accessories

Only Nikon brand accessories certified by Nikon specifically for use

with your Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven to operate

within its operational and safety requirements. THE USE OF NON-NIKON

ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE YOUR CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR NIKON WAR-

RANTY.

AServicing 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 a

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). Frequent inspection and servicing are particu-

larly recommended if the camera is used professionally. Any accesso-

ries regularly used with the camera, such as lenses, should be included

when the camera is inspected or serviced.

ABefore Taking Important Pictures

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.

ALife-Long Learning

As part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing prod-

uct support and education, continually-updated information is avail-

able on-line at the following sites:

•For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/

•For users in Europe and Africa: http://www.europe-nikon.com/support/

•For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http://www.nikon-asia.com/

Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest product information,

tips, answers to frequently-asked questions (FAQs), and general advice

on digital imaging and photography. Additional information may be

available from the Nikon representative in your area. For contact infor-

mation, visit http://imaging.nikon.com/

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Introduction

Confirm that the package contains the following items:

Memory cards are sold separately.

Package Contents

BF-N1000 body cap

Nikon 1 S1 digital camera

EN-EL20

rechargeable

Li-ion battery

(with terminal cover)

MH-27 battery

charger (AC wall

adapter supplied in

countries or regions where

required; shape depends

on country of sale)

Lens (supplied only

if lens kit is

purchased with

camera; comes with

front and rear lens

caps)

AN-N1000 strap

UC-E19 USB cable

ViewNX 2/Short

Movie Creator CD

Warranty

User’s Manual

(this manual)

Reference manual

CD (contains the

Reference Manual)

15

s

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

Parts of the Camera

31 2 54

7

8

9

6

5

15

16

17

14 1213

18

19

10

11

1Movie-record button

.................................... 35, 45, 56, 58, 62

2Shutter-release

button ....................... 29, 47, 49, 53, 60

3Power switch........................................25

4Power lamp..........................................25

5Microphone

6Focal plane mark (E)

7AF-assist illuminator

Self-timer lamp ...................................68

Red-eye reduction lamp ...................72

8Eyelet for camera strap......................23

9Flash pop-up button..........................70

10 HDMI connector cover

11 USB connector cover .........................80

12 Lens release button

13 Dust shield .................................... 85, 86

14 Lens mount

15 Mounting mark ................................... 25

16 Body cap ............................................... 83

17 Built-in flash......................................... 70

18 HDMI mini-pin connector

19 USB connector.....................................80

16

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The Camera Body (Continued)

*Camera does not support TA-N100 tripod mounting spacer.

2

1

1011

3

4

5

7

6

8

9

J button

Press the multi selector

up, down, left, or right

(1,3, 4, or 2), or

rotate it as shown

above.

1Monitor .......................................... 17, 25

2K (playback) button ............33, 50, 55

3G (menu) button ........................18

4Multi selector

J (OK) button

& (feature) ...........................................21

E (exposure compensation)

M (flash mode).....................................71

C (continuous shooting/

self-timer)..................................... 66, 68

5Memory card access lamp................ 29

6O (delete) button............ 34, 51, 55, 65

7Power connector cover

for optional power connector

8Battery-chamber/memory card slot

cover latch........................................... 24

9Battery-chamber/

memory card slot cover................... 24

10 Tripod socket *

11 Speaker

AHolding the Camera

When framing photographs, hold the camera as shown below.

Hold the camera in

your right hand.

Keep your elbows

propped lightly

against your torso.

Cradle the lens with

your left hand.

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s

The Monitor

*Available only when Detailed is selected for Display > Shooting in the

setup menu (077).

421 3 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

31

29

30

28

17

12

13

14

18

21

27 222325 2426 20

15

16

19

32

33

34

35

NO ICON

Battery fully

charged or

partially

discharged.

HLow battery.

1Shooting mode ...................................19

2Live image control..............................31

Creative mode ............................. 36, 37

Best moment capture

selection ....................................... 46, 48

Advanced movie selection ........ 56, 61

Exposure mode ...................................75

3Flexible program indicator...............39

4Flash mode...........................................70

5Self-timer ....................................... 66, 68

Continuous mode *.............................66

6Active D-Lighting *.............................75

7Picture Control *..................................76

8White balance *...................................76

9Movie settings (HD movies) *...........76

Frame rate

(slow-motion movies) *....................76

10 Image size *..........................................75

11 Image quality *....................................75

12 Focus mode *................................. 75, 76

13 AF-area mode *............................. 75, 76

14 Face-priority *................................ 30, 75

15 Focus area.............................................29

16 AF-area brackets *

17 Flash compensation...........................75

18 Exposure compensation

19 Flash-ready indicator.........................70

20 “K” (appears when memory remains

for over 1000 exposures)

21 Number of exposures remaining....25

Number of shots remaining

before memory buffer fills

White balance

recording indicator

Card warning indicator

22 Time available............................... 58, 62

23 ISO sensitivity ......................................76

24 ISO sensitivity indicator.....................76

Auto ISO sensitivity indicator

25 Aperture......................................... 41, 42

26 Shutter speed ............................... 40, 42

27 Metering ...............................................75

28 Battery indicator *

29 Sound settings *..................................77

30 HDR ........................................................44

31 Eye-Fi connection indicator *

32 Autoexposure (AE) lock indicator

33 Microphone sensitivity *

34 Time elapsed................................. 58, 62

35 Recording indicator..................... 58, 62

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The G Button

The shooting mode and most shooting,

playback, and setup options can be

accessed from the camera menus. Press

the G button to display the menu

selection dialog shown below, then use

the multi selector to highlight the icon

for the desired menu and press J.G button

Playback menu (074): Shooting menu (075):

Adjust playback settings. Adjust settings for still

photography.

Movie menu (076): Setup menu (077):

Adjust movie-recording options. Adjust basic camera settings.

Image processing menu (076):

Adjust white balance, ISO sensitivity, Picture Controls, and other image

processing settings for photographs and movies.

Shooting mode

menu (019):

Choose a

shooting

mode.

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❚❚ Choosing a Shooting Mode

To display the shooting mode menu,

press the G button, highlight Shoot-

ing mode, and press J. Use the multi

selector to highlight a shooting mode

and press J to select the highlighted

option.

z Motion Snapshot mode (052): Each time the shutter is released, the

camera records a still image and about 1.6 s of movie footage. When the

resulting “Motion Snapshot” is viewed on the camera, the movie will

play back in slow motion over approximately 4 s, followed by the still

image.

u Best moment capture mode (046): Choose the

moment to release the shutter as the scene

plays back in slow motion (slow view), or let the

camera choose the best shot based on composi-

tion and motion (Smart Photo Selector).

C Auto mode (027): Let the camera pick the set-

tings for photographs and movies.

w Creative mode (036): For photographs in

which you want to use special effects, match set-

tings to the scene, or control shutter speed and

aperture.

v Advanced movie mode (056): Choose the shutter speed and aperture

for HD movies or shoot slow-motion movies.

C

w

u

v

z

20

s

Options for each mode can be displayed by highlighting the

mode and pressing 2. Press 4 to return to the shooting mode

menu.

z Motion Snapshot mode: Choose a theme (054).

•Beauty (1)•Relaxation (3)

•Waves (2)•Tenderness (4)

u Best moment capture mode: Choose between slow view and

Smart Photo Selector modes (046).

•Slow view (t)

•Smart Photo Selector (y)

C Auto mode: Take photographs using live controls (031).

•Active D-Lighting (Y)•Motion control (6)

•Background softening (5)•Brightness control (E)

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w Creative mode: Choose a scene (036).

•Programmed auto (P)•Night portrait (o)

•Shutter-priority auto (S)•Backlighting (m)

•Aperture-priority auto (A)•Soft (q)

•Manual (M)•Miniature effect (r)

•Night landscape (j)•Selective color (s)

v Advanced movie mode: Choose between HD (056) and slow-

motion movies (061).

•Programmed auto (P)•Manual (M)

•Shutter-priority auto (S)•Slow motion (y)

•Aperture-priority auto (A)

A& (Feature)

The options for each mode can also be dis-

played by pressing the & key on the multi

selector after selecting the shooting mode.

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❚❚ Using the Menus

1Select an item.

2Select an option.

Use the multi selector to navigate the

playback, shooting, movie, image pro-

cessing, and setup menus.

Multi selector

Press 1 or 3 to highlight menu items

and press 2 to view options for the

highlighted item.

Press 1 or 3 to highlight the desired

option and press J to select.

AUsing the Menus

The items listed may vary with camera settings. Items displayed in gray

are not currently available. To exit the menus and return to shooting

mode, press the shutter-release button halfway (029).

AChoosing a Menu

To display another menu, press 4 in Step 1

and then press 1 or 3 to highlight the

desired icon. Press 2 to position the cursor in

the highlighted menu.

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1Attach the camera strap.

Attach the strap securely to the two camera eyelets.

2Charge the battery.

Insert the battery into the charger q and plug the charger in

w. An exhausted battery fully charges in about two hours.

Unplug the charger and remove the battery when charging is

complete.

First Steps

AThe Plug Adapter

Depending on the country or region of

purchase, a plug adapter may be sup-

plied with the charger.

The shape of the

adapter varies with the country or region

of purchase. If a plug adapter is supplied,

raise the wall plug and connect the plug

adapter as shown at right, making sure

the plug is fully inserted.

Attempting to forcibly remove the plug

adapter could damage the product.

Battery

charging

Charging

complete

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3Insert the battery and a memory card.

Check to be sure the battery and card are in the correct orien-

tation. Using the battery to keep the orange battery latch

pressed to one side, slide the battery in until it latches, and

then slide in the memory card until it clicks into place.

AFormatting 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 (077). Note that

this permanently deletes any data the card

may contain. Be sure to copy any photo-

graphs and other data you wish to keep

to a computer before proceeding (080).

Rear

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4Attach a lens.

Be careful to prevent dust from entering the camera when the

lens or body cap is removed.

5Turn the camera on.

Press the power switch to turn the

camera on. The power lamp will

briefly light green and the monitor will

turn on. Be sure to remove the lens

cap before shooting.

Check the battery level and number of

exposures remaining in the monitor

(017).

Keeping marks aligned, position lens on

camera, then rotate until it clicks into place.

Mounting mark

(camera)

Mounting mark (lens)

Mounting mark (lens)

Battery level

Exposures remaining

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❚❚ Choosing a Language and Setting the Camera Clock

A language-selection dialog will be dis-

played the first time the camera is turned

on. Use the multi selector to choose a lan-

guage, time zone, and date format, turn

daylight saving time on or off, and set the

camera’s 24-hour clock, pressing J after

each step to proceed to the next dialog.

ALenses with Retractable Lens Barrel Buttons

Lenses with retractable lens barrel buttons

can not be used when retracted. To unlock

and extend the lens, keep the retractable lens

barrel button pressed (q) while rotating the

zoom ring (w). The camera will turn on auto-

matically when the retractable lens barrel

lock is released. The lens can be retracted and

the zoom ring locked by pressing the retractable lens barrel button and

rotating the ring in the opposite direction. If the view through the lens

is displayed or the monitor is off, the camera will turn off automatically

when the lens barrel is locked (in the case of 1 NIKKOR VR 10–30mm

f/3.5–5.6 and 1 NIKKOR VR 30–110mm f/3.8–5.6 lenses, firmware ver-

sion 1.10 or later is required if locking the lens barrel is to turn the cam-

era off when the monitor is off; for information on updating lens

firmware, visit the Nikon website for your area). Be careful not to press

the retractable lens barrel button while attaching or removing the lens.

Retract the lens before removal.

ATurning the Camera Off

To turn the camera off, press the power switch again. The monitor will

turn off.

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Auto Mode

Shoot photographs and movies. The camera automatically

adjusts settings to suit the subject.

1Select C mode.

2Ready the camera.

Taking Photos in Auto Mode

Press the G button to display the

menus and select C (auto) for Shoot-

ing mode (019).

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.

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3Frame the photograph.

Position your subject in the center of

the frame.

AUsing a Zoom Lens

Use the zoom ring to zoom in on the subject so that it fills a larger area

of the frame, or zoom out to increase the area visible in the final photo-

graph (select longer focal lengths on the lens focal length scale to

zoom in, shorter focal lengths to zoom out).

Zoom in Zoom out

Zoom ring

AThe Framing Grid

A framing grid can be displayed by selecting

On for Display > Grid display in the setup

menu (077).

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4Focus.

Press the shutter-release button half-

way to focus. If the subject is poorly lit,

the flash may pop up (070) and the

AF-assist illuminator (015) may light

to assist the focus operation.

If the camera is able to focus, the selected

focus area will be highlighted in green

and a beep will sound (a beep may not

sound if the subject is moving).

If the camera is unable to focus, the focus

area will be displayed in red.

5Shoot.

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 automati-

cally clear from the display when the

shutter-release button is pressed half-

way). Do not eject the memory card or

remove or disconnect the power source

until the lamp has gone out and record-

ing is complete.

Memory card access

lamp

Focus area

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AFace Priority

The camera detects and focuses on portrait

subjects (face priority). A double yellow bor-

der will be displayed if a portrait subject is

detected facing the camera (if multiple faces,

up to a maximum of five, are detected, the

camera will select the closest subject). Press

the shutter-release button halfway to focus

on the subject in the double yellow border. The border will clear from

the display if the camera can no longer detect the subject (because, for

example, the subject has looked away).

AAutomatic Scene Selection

In auto mode, the camera automatically ana-

lyzes the subject and selects the appropriate

scene. The selected scene is shown in the

monitor.

Scene icon

cPortrait: Human portrait subjects.

dLandscape: Landscapes and cityscapes.

fNight portrait: Portrait subjects framed against dark backgrounds.

eClose up: Subjects close to the camera.

gNight landscape: Poorly-lit landscapes and cityscapes.

ZAuto: Subjects that do not fall into the categories listed above.

AAuto Power Off

If no operations are performed for about a minute, the display will turn

off and the power lamp start to flash. The camera can be reactivated by

operating the shutter-release button. If no operations are performed

for about three minutes after the display has turned off, the camera will

turn off automatically.

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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 1 (&), use

the multi selector to highlight a control,

and press J to view the effect.

Rotate the multi selector to choose a set-

ting and press J to select. To cancel live

image controls, press 1 (&) again.

Active D-Lighting: Preserve details in high-

lights and shadows for natural contrast.

Increase effect

Reduce effectActive D-Lighting: High Active D-Lighting: Low

Background softening: Soften background

details to make your subject stand out, or

bring both background and foreground

into focus.

Sharpen background

Soften background

Background sharp Background softened

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Motion control: Suggest motion by blurring

moving objects, or “freeze” motion to

capture moving objects clearly.

Freeze motion

Blur motion

Freeze motion Blur motion

Brightness control: Make pictures brighter

or darker.

Brighter

DarkerBrighter Darker

DLive Image Control

Continuous shooting is not available (066) and the built-in flash can

not be used when live image control is in effect. Pressing the movie-

record button cancels live image control.

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To end playback and return to shooting mode, press the shutter-

release button halfway.

Viewing Photographs

Press K to display your most recent pho-

tograph full frame in the monitor (full-

frame playback).

K button

Press 4 or 2 or rotate the multi selector

to view additional pictures.

To zoom in on the center of the current

image, press J and rotate the multi

selector clockwise. Rotate counterclock-

wise to zoom out. To view multiple

images, rotate the multi selector counter-

clockwise when the picture is displayed

full frame.

ASee Also

The Display > Playback option in the setup menu can be used to tog-

gle photo info on or off (077). See page 74 for slide show options.

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Deleting Pictures

To delete the current picture, press O. Note that once deleted, pic-

tures can not be recovered.

1Display the photograph.

Display the photograph you wish to delete as described on

the preceding page.

2Press O.

3Delete the photograph.

A confirmation dialog will be dis-

played.

O button

Press O again to delete the picture and

return to playback, or press K to exit

without deleting the picture.

ADeleting Multiple Pictures

The Delete option in the playback menu (074) can be used to delete

all or selected pictures.

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In auto mode, the movie-record button

can be used to shoot HD movies with

sound at an aspect ratio of 16 : 9 (the

movie crop is shown in the display).

Press the movie-record button to start

and stop recording.

Recording Movies in Auto Mode

ATaking Photographs During Recording

Photographs with an aspect ratio of 16 : 9

can be taken at any time during recording

by pressing the shutter-release button all

the way down. Movie recording is not inter-

rupted.

ASee Also

See page 64 for information on viewing

movies.

Movie-record button

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Creative Mode

Choose creative mode when to take photos using special effects,

match settings to the scene, or control shutter speed and aper-

ture.

1Select w mode.

2Choose a scene.

Choosing a Creative Mode

Press the G button to display the

menus and select w (creative mode)

for Shooting mode (019).

Press 1 (&) and highlight a scene

using the multi selector (037).

Press J to select the

highlighted scene. Your

selection is indicated by

an icon in the display.

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Creative mode offers a choice of the following scenes:

Choosing a Scene

Option Description

Programmed auto (P)

The camera sets shutter speed and aperture for opti-

mal exposure (039). Recommended for snapshots

and in other situations in which there is little time to

adjust camera settings.

Shutter-priority auto

(S)

You choose the shutter speed; the camera selects an

aperture for best results (040). Use to freeze or blur

motion.

Aperture-priority

auto (A)

You choose the aperture; the camera selects a shut-

ter speed for best results (041). Use to blur the

background or bring both foreground and back-

ground into focus.

Manual (M) You control both shutter speed and aperture (042).

Night landscape (j)

Each time the shutter-release button is fully pressed,

the camera takes a series of shots and combines

them to capture low lighting in night scenes; during

processing, a message is displayed and no pictures

can be taken. The flash does not fire and the edges of

photos are cropped out. Note that the desired results

may not be obtained if the camera or subject moves

during shooting; if the camera is unable to combine

the images, a warning will be displayed and only

one picture will be taken.

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Night portrait (o)

Each time the shutter-release button is fully pressed,

the camera takes a series of shots, some with the

flash and some without, and combines them to cap-

ture background lighting in portraits taken at night

or under low light; during processing, a message is

displayed and no pictures can be taken. Note

that

the edges of photos are cropped out and that

the

desired results may not be obtained if the camera or

subject moves during shooting; if the camera is

unable to combine the images, a warning will be dis-

played and the camera will take a single picture

using the flash.

Backlighting (m)Photograph backlit subjects (044).

Soft (q)

Shoot photographs with a

soft filter effect. To choose

the amount of softening,

press

J

when the view

through the lens is dis-

played, highlight an option

using the multi selector,

and press

J

to select.

Miniature effect (r)

The top and bottom of each photo is blurred so that

the subject appears to have been a diorama photo-

graphed at short range. Works best when shooting

from a high vantage point.

Selective color (s)

Take photos in which only

a selected hue appears in

color. To choose the hue,

press

J

when the view

through the lens is dis-

played and use the multi

selector and

J

button.

Option Description

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P, S, A, and M modes offer varying degrees of control over shutter

speed and aperture. Choose a mode and adjust settings accord-

ing to your creative intent.

PProgrammed 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.

❚❚ Choosing a Combination of Shutter Speed and Aperture

Although the shutter speed and aperture

chosen by the camera will produce opti-

mal results, you can also choose from

other combinations that will produce the

same exposure (“flexible program”).

Rotate the multi selector clockwise for

large apertures (low f-numbers) that blur

background details or fast shutter speeds

that “freeze” motion. Rotate the multi

selector counterclockwise for small aper-

tures (high f-numbers) that increase

depth of field or slow shutter speeds that blur motion. U is dis-

played while flexible program is in effect.

Taking Photos in P, S, A, and M Modes

ARestoring Default Shutter Speed and Aperture Settings

To restore default shutter speed and aperture settings, rotate the multi

selector until U is no longer displayed or turn the camera off. The

default shutter speed and aperture is automatically restored when the

camera enters standby mode.

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SShutter-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.

❚❚ Choosing a Shutter Speed

Rotate the multi selector to choose from

shutter speeds between 30 s and 1

/

16,000 s.

Rotate the selector clockwise for faster

shutter speeds, counterclockwise for

slower shutter speeds.

Fast shutter speed (1

/

16 0 0 s) Slow shutter speed (1 s)

AContinuous Shooting

The selected shutter speed may change when continuous shooting

(066) is in effect.

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AAperture-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. Small apertures (high f-numbers) increase depth of

field, bringing out details in the background and foreground.

Short field depths are generally used in portraits to blur back-

ground details, long field depths in landscape photographs to

bring the foreground and background into focus.

❚❚ Choosing an Aperture

Rotate the multi selector counterclock-

wise for larger apertures (lower f-num-

bers), clockwise for smaller apertures

(higher f-numbers). The minimum and

maximum values depend on the lens cur-

rently in use.

Large aperture (f/5.6) Small aperture (f/16)

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MManual

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 (see

below). Press 2 to highlight shutter

speed or aperture and rotate the multi

selector to choose a value, then repeat

for the remaining item. Rotate the selec-

tor clockwise for faster shutter speeds or

smaller apertures (higher f-numbers),

counterclockwise for slower shutter

speeds and larger apertures (lower f-

numbers). Shutter speeds can be set to

values as fast as 1

/

16,000 s or as slow as 30 s,

or to “Bulb” to hold the shutter open

indefinitely for a long time-exposure.

Aperture can be set to values between

the minimum and maximum for the lens.

Shutter speed

Press 2 to highlight

aperture.

A

perture

Press 2 to highlight

shutter speed.

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AThe Exposure Indicator

When shutter speeds other than “Bulb” are selected, the exposure indi-

cator shows whether the photograph would be under- or over-

exposed at current settings.

Optimal exposure Underexposed by 1

/

3EV Overexposed by over 2 EV

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The method used to capture details in shaded areas of back-lit

subjects depends on the option selected for HDR in the shoot-

ing menu (075).

Backlighting

On

Details in highlights and shadows are preserved using HDR (high

dynamic range); Z appears in the display. 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 does not

fire. While the shots are combined, a message will be displayed and

the shutter release will be disabled. The final photograph will be

displayed when processing is complete.

+

First exposure

(darker)

Second exposure

(brighter)

Combined HDR

image

Off

The flash fires to “fill in” (illuminate) shadows in back-lit subjects.

Only one shot is taken when the shutter-release button is fully

pressed, and the flash fires with each shot.

DFraming HDR Photographs

The edges of the image will be cropped out. The desired results may

not be achieved if the camera or subject moves during shooting.

Depending on the scene, shading may be uneven and shadows may

appear around bright objects or halos around dark objects. If the cam-

era is unable to successfully combine the two images, a single image

will be recorded at normal exposure and Active D-Lighting (075) will

be applied.

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Recording Movies in Creative Mode

In creative mode, the movie-record but-

ton can be used to shoot HD movies

with sound at an aspect ratio of 16 : 9

(the corners of the movie crop are shown

in the display). Press the movie-record

button to start and stop recording. Note

that regardless of the mode selected,

movies are recorded using programmed

auto exposure; to adjust exposure when

shooting movies, select advanced movie

mode (056).

Movie-record button

Movie crop

ATaking Photographs During Recording

Photographs with an aspect ratio of 16 : 9 can be taken at any time dur-

ing recording by pressing the shutter-release button all the way down.

Movie recording is not interrupted.

ASee Also

See page 64 for information on viewing movies.

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Best Moment Capture Mode

This mode is ideal for fast-changing, hard-to-capture subjects.

Choose when to release the shutter as the scene plays back in

slow motion (slow view), or let the camera choose the best shot

based on composition and motion (Smart Photo Selector; 048).

In this 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. While the shutter-

release button is pressed halfway, the camera records up to 15

frames over about 1 s and plays them back in a continuous slow-

motion loop. When the frame you want to keep is displayed,

press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to

record the current frame and discard the remaining images. To

use slow view, select Slow view from the 1 (&) button menu in

best moment capture mode.

1Select u mode.

Slow View

Press the G button to display the

menus and select u (best moment

capture) for Shooting mode (019). If

Smart Photo Selector is selected,

choose Slow view.

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2Frame the photograph.

3Press the shutter-release button halfway.

4View the buffer contents.

5Record the desired frame.

Compose the photograph with your

subject in the center of the frame.

The camera will focus (029) and then,

over a span of about 1 s, record 15

frames to a temporary memory buffer.

Keep the shutter-release button

pressed halfway to play the frames in

the buffer back in a continuous loop

about 5 s long. The position of the cur-

rent frame is shown by a progress indi-

cator.

Progress indicator

Press the shutter-release button all

the way down to record the current

frame and discard the remaining

images; the selected frame will be dis-

played for a few seconds when record-

ing is complete. To exit without

recording a photograph, release the

button without pressing it all the way

down.

AViewing and Deleting Photos Taken in Slow View

Photos taken in slow view can be viewed as described on page 33 or

deleted as described on page 34.

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Choose Smart Photo Selector mode to let the camera help you

take photos that capture a fleeting expression on the face of a

portrait subject or other hard-to-time shots such as group pho-

tos in party scenes. Each time the shutter is released, the camera

automatically selects the best shot and a number of best shot

candidates based on composition and motion. To use the Smart

Photo Selector, select Smart Photo Selector from the 1 (&)

button menu in best moment capture mode.

1Select u mode.

Smart Photo Selector

Press the G button to display the

menus and select u (best moment

capture) for Shooting mode (019). If

Slow view is selected, choose Smart

Photo Selector.

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2Frame the photograph.

3Begin buffering photographs.

4Shoot.

Smoothly press the shutter-release

button the rest of the way down. The

camera will compare shots recorded

to the buffer both before and after the

shutter-release button was pressed all

the way down, and select five to copy

to the memory card. Note that some

time may be required. The best pic-

ture is displayed in the monitor when

recording is complete.

Compose the photograph with your

subject in the center of the frame.

Press the shutter-release button half-

way to focus (029). An icon will be

displayed as the camera begins

recording images to the memory

buffer. The camera continuously

adjusts focus to account for changes

in the distance to the subject while

the shutter-release button is pressed

halfway.

ABest Moment Capture Mode

The camera automatically chooses a scene mode appropriate to the

subject. Movies can not be recorded, and pressing the movie-record

button has no effect. The flash can not be used.

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Choosing the Best Shot

Viewing Photos Taken with the Smart Photo Selector

Press K and use the multi selector to

display photographs taken with the

Smart Photo Selector (033; pictures

taken with the Smart Photo Selector are

indicated by a y icon). Of the photo-

graphs recorded by the Smart Photo

Selector, only the best shot will be dis-

played (when you press the multi selec-

tor right to view the next picture, the

camera will skip over the best shot can-

didates, with the result that the next pic-

ture displayed will not have a file

number that immediately follows that of

the current picture). To end playback

and return to shooting mode, press the

shutter-release button halfway.

K button

When a photograph taken with the

Smart Photo Selector is displayed, you

can choose the best shot by pressing 3.

Press 4 or 2 to view the other pictures

in the sequence and press J to select

the current picture as the best shot. To

return to normal playback, press D.

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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

deleted, pictures can not be recovered.

ADeleting Individual Photographs

Pressing the O button in the best shot selec-

tion dialog displays the following options;

highlight an option using the multi selector

and press J to select.

•This image: Delete the current photo (note

that the picture currently selected as the

best shot can not be deleted).

•All except best shot: Delete the best shot candidates, but not picture cur-

rently selected as the best shot.

A confirmation dialog will be displayed; to delete the selected image or

images, highlight Yes and press J.

O button

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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” is viewed on the camera, the movie will play back in slow

motion over approximately 4 s, followed by the still image; play-

back is accompanied by a background track about 10 s long.

1Select z mode.

2Frame the picture.

Shooting in Motion Snapshot Mode

Press the G button to display the

menus and select z (Motion Snap-

shot mode) for Shooting mode

(019).

Compose the photograph with your

subject in the center of the frame.

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3Begin buffering.

4Shoot.

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

after the time the shutter-release but-

ton was pressed all the way down.

Note that some time may be required.

When recording is complete, the pho-

tograph will be displayed for a few

seconds.

Press the shutter-release button half-

way to focus (029). An icon will be

displayed as the camera begins

recording footage to the memory

buffer.

AEnding the Vignette with a Photograph

To make the photograph the same as the last frame in the movie

vignette, select 1.6 s : 0 s for Movie before/after (075).

Shutter-release button

pressed halfway

Shutter-release button

pressed all the way down

Movie footage

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❚❚ Choosing a Theme

To choose the background music for the

movie, press 1(&) and use the multi

selector and J button to select from

Beauty, Waves, Relaxation, and Tender-

ness.

To play the background music for the

highlighted theme, press 2 and rotate

the multi selector to adjust volume.

AMotion Snapshot Mode

Live audio is not recorded. Movies can not be recorded using the

movie-record button and the flash can not be used.

ASee Also

Use the File format option in the shooting menu to save Motion Snap-

shots in a format that can be viewed in most movie playback software

(075).

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Deleting Motion Snapshots

To delete the current Motion Snapshot,

press O. A confirmation dialog will be dis-

played; press O again to delete the photo

and movie and return to playback, or

press K to exit without deleting the file.

Note that once deleted, Motion Snapshots

can not be recovered.

Viewing Motion Snapshots

Press K and use the multi selector to dis-

play a Motion Snapshot (033; Motion

Snapshots are indicated by a z icon).

Pressing 3 when a Motion Snapshot is

displayed plays back the movie portion in

slow motion over a period of about 4 s,

followed by the photo; the background

track plays for about 10 s (to choose a

new background track, use the Change

theme option in the playback menu;

074). To end playback and return to

shooting mode, press the shutter-release

button halfway.

K button

O button

y

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Recording and Viewing Movies

The camera can record high-definition

(HD) movies with an aspect ratio of 16 : 9

and slow-motion movies with an aspect

ratio of 8 : 3. Movies can be recorded by

pressing the movie-record button in the

following shooting modes: Movie-record button

Mode Movie type Description

CAuto mode (035)

HD (16 : 9)

The camera automatically

optimizes settings for the

current subject or scene.

wCreative mode (045)

Shoot movies. Regardless of

the scene selected with the

camera, movies are recorded

in mode P; shutter speed and

aperture are controlled by

the camera.

v

Advanced

movie

mode ( 057,

61)

Programmed

auto (P)

Shutter speed and aperture

are controlled by the camera.

Shutter-

priority auto

(S)

You choose the shutter

speed; the camera automati-

cally adjusts aperture for

optimal exposure (040).

Aperture-

priority auto

(A)

You choose the aperture; the

camera automatically adjusts

shutter speed for optimal

exposure (041).

Manual (M)You choose the shutter speed

and aperture (042).

Slow motion

(y)

Slow

motion

(8 : 3)

Record silent slow-motion

movies. Movies are recorded

at 400 fps and play back at

about 30 fps (061).

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Record movies with sound at an aspect ratio of 16 : 9.

1Choose a shooting mode.

2Frame the opening shot.

Recording HD Movies

Press the G button to display the

menus (018) and choose an option

for Shooting mode that supports HD

movie recording (056).

For greater control of exposure, select v (advanced movie

mode), press 1(&), and choose from P Programmed auto, S

Shutter-priority auto, A Aperture-priority auto, and M

Manual (056).

Frame the opening shot with your

subject in the center of the display.

AThe 0 Icon

A 0 icon indicates that movies can not be recorded.

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3Start recording.

4End 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.

AAudio Recording

Be careful not to cover the microphone

and note that the built-in microphone

may record sounds made by the camera

or lens. By default, the camera focuses

continuously. The Movie sound options

item in the movie menu offers micro-

phone sensitivity and wind noise options

(076).

Movie-record button

Recording indicator/

Time elapsed

Time available

Press the movie-record button again

to end recording. Recording will end

automatically when the maximum

length is reached, the memory card is

full, the lens is removed, or the camera

becomes hot (012). Movie-record button

AMaximum Length

At default settings, HD movies can be up to 4 GB in size and 20 min-

utes in length; note that depending on memory card write speed,

shooting may end before this length is reached (084).

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AThe Movie Crop

The movie crop is shown in the monitor.

AFocus Lock

If Single AF is selected for Focus mode in the movie menu for

advanced movie mode, focus will lock while the shutter-release button

is pressed halfway (076).

HD crop (16 : 9) Slow-motion movie crop

(8 : 3)

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❚❚ Taking Photographs During HD Movie Recording

Press the shutter-release button all the

way down to take a photograph without

interrupting HD movie recording. Photo-

graphs taken during movie recording

have an aspect ratio of 16 : 9.

ATaking Photographs During Movie Recording

Up to 18 photographs can be taken with each movie shot. Please note

that photographs can not be taken with slow-motion movies.

DRecording 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 in HD movies by

choosing a Flicker reduction option that matches the frequency of the

local AC power supply as described on page 77, but note that the slow-

est shutter speed available is 1

/

100 s at 50 Hz, 1

/

60 s at 60 Hz; flicker reduc-

tion is not available with slow-motion movies). Bright light sources may

leave after-images when the camera is panned. Jagged edges, color

fringing, moiré, and bright spots may also appear. When recording

movies, avoid pointing the camera at the sun or other strong light

sources. Failure to observe this precaution could result in damage to

the camera’s internal circuitry.

ASee Also

Use the Movie settings option in the movie menu to choose the frame

size and rate for HD movies (076).

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Silent slow-motion movies with an aspect ratio of 8 : 3 can be

recorded by selecting y Slow motion from the 1 (&) button

menu in advanced movie mode. Slow-motion movies are

recorded at 400 fps and play back at about 30 fps.

1Select v mode.

2Frame the opening shot.

Recording Slow-Motion Movies

Press the G button to display the

menus and select v (advanced

movie mode) for Shooting mode

(019). If an option other than y

Slow motion is selected, choose y

Slow motion.

Frame the opening shot with your

subject in the center of the display.

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3Focus.

4Start recording.

Press the movie-record button to

begin recording. A recording indica-

tor, the time elapsed, and the time

available are displayed while record-

ing is in progress. The camera focuses

on the subject at the center of the dis-

play; face detection (030) is not

available and focus and exposure can

not be adjusted.

Movie-record button

Recording indicator/

Time elapsed

Time available

Focus area

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5End recording.

Press the movie-record button again

to end recording. Recording will end

automatically when the maximum

length is reached, the memory card is

full, the lens is removed, or the camera

becomes hot (012).

AMaximum Length

Up to 2.5 seconds of footage can be recorded; note that depending

on memory card write speed, shooting may end before this length

is reached (084).

ASee Also

Use the Frame rate option in the movie menu to choose the frame rate

for slow-motion movies (076).

Movie-record button

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Movies are indicated by a 1 icon in full-frame playback (033).

Press 3 to start playback.

The following operations can be performed:

Viewing Movies

1 icon/Length

Movie playback indicator/

Current position/total length

Guide Volume

To Use Description

Pause Pause playback.

Play JResume playback when the movie is paused

or during rewind/advance.

Advance/

rewind

Press 4 to rewind, 2 to advance. Speed

increases with each press, from 2× to 4× to 8×

to 16×. If playback is paused, the movie

rewinds or advances one frame at a time; keep

the button pressed for continuous rewind or

advance.

Adjust

volume Rotate the multi selector to adjust volume.

Return to

full-frame

playback

/KPress 1 or K to exit to full-frame playback.

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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.

ASee Also

The Edit movie option in the playback menu

can be used to trim unwanted footage from

existing movies (074).

O button

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More on Photography

Pressing 4 (C) on the multi selector displays a choice of shutter-

release modes for still photography:

Continuous Mode

To take pictures in continuous mode:

1Display release mode options.

2Select a frame rate.

3Compose the shot and start shooting.

Single-Frame, Continuous, and Self-Timer Modes

8The camera takes pictures one at a time.

5 fps Continuous: The camera records photographs at

about 5, 15, 30, or 60 fps while the shutter-release

button is pressed all the way down.

15 fps

30 fps

60 fps

E 10 s The shutter is released about 10, 5, or 2 seconds

after the shutter-release button is pressed all the

way down. Choose 10 s or 5 s for self-portraits, 2 s

to reduce camera shake.

E 5 s

E 2 s

Press 4 (C) to display release mode

options.

Highlight 5fps, 15 fps, 30 fps, or

60 fps and press J.

The camera takes pictures while the

shutter-release button is held all the

way down.

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DContinuous Mode

The maximum number of shots that can be taken in a single burst var-

ies with the release mode. At frame rates of 30 and 60 fps, the maxi-

mum number of shots that can be taken in a single burst is 15.

The built-in flash can be used when 5fps is selected, but only one pic-

ture will be taken each time the shutter-release button is pressed; at

settings of 15, 30, and 60 fps, the built-in flash will not fire.

While photographs are being recorded to the memory card, the mem-

ory card access lamp will light. Depending on shooting conditions and

memory card write speed, recording may take some time. If the battery

is exhausted before all photographs are recorded, the shutter release

will be disabled and the remaining images transferred to the memory

card.

Continuous shooting is not available in creative modes other than P, S,

A, or M, in best moment capture, advanced movie, or Motion Snapshot

mode, or when live image control is used in auto mode (031).

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Self-Timer Modes

The self-timer can be used to reduce camera shake or for self-

portraits.

1Display release mode options.

2Select the desired self-timer option.

3Mount the camera on a tripod.

Mount the camera on a tripod or place the camera on a sta-

ble, level surface.

4Frame 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.

Press 4 (C) to display release mode

options.

Use the multi selector to highlight

E10 s, E 5 s, or E 2 s and press J.

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Note that the timer may not start or a photograph may not be

taken if the camera is unable to focus or in other situations in

which the shutter can not be released. Turning the camera off

cancels the self-timer.

AMovie Mode

In self-timer mode, start and stop the timer by pressing the movie-

record button instead of the shutter-release button.

ARaising the Flash

In P, S, A, or M mode, press the flash pop-up button to raise the flash

before shooting. Shooting will be interrupted if the flash is raised while

the timer is counting down.

ASee Also

The Sound settings option in the setup menu controls the beeps that

sound when the self-timer is used (077).

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Use the built-in flash for additional lighting when the subject is

poorly lit or to “fill-in” (illuminate) back-lit subjects. The camera

offers a choice of flash modes; choose a mode according to light-

ing conditions and your creative intent. The built-in flash is avail-

able in the following shooting modes:

❚❚ Auto Pop-up Modes

In C (auto) and in night portrait, backlighting, soft, miniature

effect, and selective color w (creative) modes, the flash will

pop-up automatically and fire when required.

1Choose a flash mode (071).

2Take pictures.

❚❚ Manual Pop-up Modes

When P, S, A, or M is selected in w (creative) mode, the flash

must be raised manually. The flash will not fire if it is not raised.

1Raise the flash.

The Built-in Flash

The flash will pop up and

fire as required. In night

portrait (038) and (if HDR

is off) in backlighting

(044) mode, the flash will

pop up and fire with every

shot.

Press the flash pop-up button to raise

the flash.

2Choose a flash mode (071).

3Take pictures.

The flash will fire with every shot. To

disable the flash, press it gently down-

ward until it latches (073).

Flash pop-up button

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Choosing a Flash Mode

The options available vary with the shooting mode.

1 Select to disable built-in flash.

2 Available only when built-in flash is raised.

To choose a flash mode:

1Display flash modes.

Press 3(N) on the multi selector to

display a list of the available flash

modes.

2Select a flash mode.

Charging begins when the flash is raised; once charging is com-

plete, a flash-ready indicator (N) will be displayed when the shut-

ter-release button is pressed halfway.

Auto

,

Soft

(

q

),

Miniature effect

(

r

),

Selective color

(

s

)

P, A

oAuto NFill flash

nAuto+red-eye reduction NYRed-eye reduction

sOff 1NYpRed-eye reduction +

slow sync

Night portrait (o),

Backlighting (m)

Np Fill flash + slow sync

Nr Rear curtain + slow sync

NFill flash sOff 2

NYRed-eye reduction

S, M

NFill flash

NYRed-eye reduction

Nq Rear-curtain sync

sOff 2

Use the multi selector to highlight a

flash mode and press J to select.

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DRaising the Flash

When using the flash, be sure it is fully raised

as shown at right. Do not touch the flash dur-

ing shooting.

AFlash Modes

The flash modes listed on the previous page may combine one or more

of the following settings, as shown by the flash mode icon:

•AUTO (auto flash): When lighting is poor or subject is backlit, flash pops

up automatically when shutter-release button is pressed halfway and

fires as required.

•Y (red-eye reduction): Use for portraits. Red-eye reduction lamp lights

before flash fires, reducing “red-eye.”

•s (off): Flash does not fire even when lighting is poor or subject is

backlit.

•SLOW (slow sync): Shutter speed slows automatically to capture back-

ground lighting at night or under low light. Use to include back-

ground lighting in portraits.

•REAR (rear-curtain sync): Flash fires just before shutter closes, creating a

stream of light behind moving light sources (below at right). If this

icon is not displayed, flash will fire as the shutter opens (front-curtain

sync; the effect this produces with moving light sources is shown

below at left).

Front-curtain sync Rear-curtain sync

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ALowering the Built-in Flash

To save power when the flash is not in use,

press it gently downward until the latch

clicks into place. Do not use force. Failure to

observe this precaution could result in prod-

uct malfunction.

AUsing the Built-in Flash

The built-in flash can not be used with live image control (031) and

will not fire during continuous shooting at frame advance rates faster

than 5 fps (066) or when On is selected for HDR in the shooting menu

(044). 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.

To avoid vignetting, remove lens hoods and shoot at ranges of at least

0.6 m (2 ft). Some lenses may cause vignetting at greater distances or

obstruct the red-eye reduction lamp, interfering with red-eye reduc-

tion. The following illustrations show the effect of vignetting caused by

shadows cast by the lens when the built-in flash is used.

Shadow Shadow

AAperture, Sensitivity, and Flash Range

Flash range varies with sensitivity (ISO equivalency) and aperture. With

the standard zoom lens at maximum aperture and ISO sensitivity set to

ISO 100 to 6400, the range is approximately 0.6 m–7.0 m (2 ft–23 ft)

when the lens is zoomed all the way out, 0.6 m–4.2 m (2 ft–13.8 ft) at

maximum zoom.

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Menu Options

❚❚ Playback Menu Options

To display the playback, shooting, movie,

image processing, and setup menus,

press the G button. Following menu

options are available:

G button

Option Description

Delete Delete multiple images.

Slide show View movies and photos in a slide show.

Image review Choose whether pictures are displayed after

shooting.

Rotate tall Rotate “tall” (portrait-orientation) pictures for

display during playback.

DPOF print order Create digital “print orders”.

Protect Protect pictures from accidental deletion.

Rating Rate pictures.

D-Lighting

Brighten shadows in dark or back-lit photos, creating

a retouched copy that is saved separately from the

unmodified original.

Resize Create small copies of selected pictures.

Crop Create cropped copies of selected pictures.

Face-priority zoom

Choose whether 4 and 2 can be used during

playback zoom to select faces detected with face

priority.

Edit movie Create copies of movies from which unwanted

footage has been trimmed.

Change theme Change the themes for existing Motion Snapshots.

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❚❚ Shooting Menu Options

Option Description

Reset shooting

options Reset shooting options to default values.

Exposure mode Choose how the camera sets shutter speed and

aperture in Motion Snapshot mode (052).

Image quality Choose a file format and compression ratio.

Image size Choose a size for new photos.

Number of shots

saved

Choose the number of shots selected by the Smart

Photo Selector (048).

Movie before/after Choose when the movie portion of Motion

Snapshots is recorded (052).

File format Choose a file format for new Motion Snapshots

(052).

Metering Choose how the camera meters exposure.

Auto distortion

control

Choose whether the camera corrects barrel and

pincushion distortion.

Color space Choose a color space for new pictures.

Active D-Lighting Avoid loss of detail in highlights and shadows.

HDR

Enhance detail in highlights and shadows when

photographing high-contrast scenes with

Backlighting selected in creative mode.

Long exposure NR Reduce noise in long time-exposures.

Optical VR Adjust settings for 1 NIKKOR lenses with vibration

reduction.

Electronic VR

Choose whether to use vibration reduction in

Motion Snapshot mode (052). This feature is

available even if vibration reduction is not offered by

the attached 1 NIKKOR lens.

Focus mode Choose how the camera focuses.

AF-area mode Choose how the focus area is selected.

Face-priority Turn face priority on or off.

Built-in AF assist Control the built-in AF-assist illuminator.

Flash compensation Control flash output.

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❚❚ Movie Menu Options

❚❚ Image Processing Menu Options

Option Description

Reset movie options Reset movie menu options to their default values.

Frame rate Choose a frame rate for slow-motion movies (061).

Movie settings Choose HD movie frame size and frame rate (057).

Metering Choose how the camera meters exposure.

Movie sound options Choose sound recording options.

Optical VR Adjust settings for 1 NIKKOR lenses with vibration

reduction.

Focus mode Choose how the camera focuses.

AF-area mode Choose how the focus area is selected.

Face-priority Turn face priority on or off.

Option Description

Reset processing

options

Reset image processing options to their default

values.

White balance Adjust settings for different types of lighting.

ISO sensitivity Control the camera’s sensitivity to light.

Picture Control Choose how the camera processes pictures.

Custom Picture

Control Create custom Picture Controls.

High ISO noise

reduction Reduce noise at high ISO sensitivities.

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❚❚ Setup Menu Options

Option Description

Reset setup options

Reset setup menu options to default values.

Format memory card

Format the memory card.

Slot empty release

lock

Allow the shutter to be released when no memory

card is inserted in the camera.

Display

Adjust display brightness, view or hide a framing

grid, and choose the information displayed in the

monitor.

Sound settings

Choose the sounds made during shooting.

Auto power off Choose the auto power off delay.

Shutter button AE

lock

Choose whether exposure locks when the shutter-

release button is pressed halfway.

HDMI device control

Choose whether remote controls for HDMI-CEC

devices to which the camera is connected can be

used to operate the camera.

Flicker reduction Reduce flicker or banding.

Reset file numbering Reset file numbering.

Time zone and date Set the camera clock.

Language Choose a language for the camera displays.

Auto image rotation Record camera orientation with pictures.

Wireless mobile

adapter Enable or disable the wireless mobile adapter.

Pixel mapping Check and optimize the camera image sensor and

image processors.

Firmware version Display the current firmware version.

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Connecting to a Computer

Install the supplied software to copy pictures to your computer

for viewing and editing pictures and creating short movies.

Before installing the software, confirm that your system meets

the requirements on page 79.

1Launch the installer.

Start the computer, insert the ViewNX 2/Short Movie Creator

installer CD, and launch the installer.

2Select a language.

Select a language and click Next. If the desired language is

not available, click Region Selection to choose a different

region and then choose the desired language (region selec-

tion is not available in the European release).

3Start the installer.

Click Install and follow the on-screen instructions.

4Exit the installer.

Click Yes (Windows) or OK (Mac OS) when installation is com-

plete. The following software is installed:

•ViewNX 2

•Short Movie Creator

•Apple QuickTime (Windows only)

5Remove the installer CD from the CD-ROM drive.

Installing the Supplied Software

ASupplied 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.

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System Requirements

The system requirements for ViewNX 2 are:

Windows

CPU

•Photos/JPEG movies: Intel Celeron, Pentium 4, or Core series,

1.6 GHz or better

•H.264 movies (playback): 3.0 GHz Pentium D or better

•H.264 movies (editing): 2.6 GHz Core 2 Duo or better

OS

Pre-installed versions of Windows XP, Windows Vista, Win-

dows 7, and Windows 8; only 32-bit versions of Windows XP

are supported

RAM

•Windows 8/Windows 7/Windows Vista: 1 GB or more (2 GB or more rec-

ommended)

•Windows XP: 512 MB or more (2 GB or more recommended)

Hard-disk

space

A minimum of 500 MB available on the startup disk (1 GB or more rec-

ommended)

Monitor

•Resolution: 1024 × 768 pixels (XGA) or more (1280 × 1024 pixels/SXGA

or more recommended)

•Color: 24-bit color (True Color) or more

Mac OS

CPU

•Photos/JPEG movies: Intel Core or Xeon series

•H.264 movies (playback): 2 GHz Core Duo or better

•H.264 movies (editing): 2.6 GHz Core 2 Duo or better

OS Mac OS X version 10.6, 10.7, or 10.8

RAM 512 MB or more (2 GB or more recommended)

Hard-disk

space

A minimum of 500 MB available on the startup disk (1 GB or more rec-

ommended)

Monitor

•Resolution: 1024 × 768 pixels (XGA) or more (1280 × 1024 pixels/SXGA

or more recommended)

•Color: 24-bit color (millions of colors) or more

AMotion Snapshots

ViewNX 2 is required to view Motion Snapshots saved using the File

format > NMS files option in the shooting menu (075).

ASupported Operating Systems

See the websites listed on page 13 for the latest information on sup-

ported operating systems.

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Transferring Pictures

1Choose 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.

•SD card slot: If your computer is equipped with an SD card slot,

the card can be inserted directly in the slot.

•SD card reader: Connect a card reader (available separately

from third-party suppliers) to the computer and insert the

memory card.

2Start the Nikon Transfer 2 component of ViewNX 2.

If a message is displayed prompting you to choose a pro-

gram, select Nikon Transfer 2.

Viewing and Editing Pictures on a Computer

AWindows 7

If the following dialog is displayed, select Nikon Transfer 2 as

described below.

1Under Import pictures and

videos, click Change pro-

gram. A program selection

dialog will be displayed; select

Import File using Nikon

Transfer 2 and click OK.

2Double-click Import file.

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3Click Start Transfer.

At default settings, all the

pictures on the memory

card will be copied to the

computer.

4Terminate the connection.

If the camera is connected to the computer, turn the camera

off and disconnect the USB cable. If you are using a card

reader or card slot, choose the appropriate option in the com-

puter operating system to eject the removable disk corre-

sponding to the memory card and then remove the card from

the card reader or card slot.

Viewing Pictures

Pictures are displayed in

ViewNX 2 when transfer is com-

plete.

AStarting ViewNX 2 Manually

•Windows: Double-click the

ViewNX 2 shortcut on the desk-

top.

•Mac OS: Click the ViewNX 2 icon in

the Dock.

Click Start Transfe

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❚❚ Retouching Photographs

To crop pictures and perform

such tasks as adjusting sharp-

ness and tone levels, click the

Edit button in the toolbar.

❚❚ Printing Pictures

Click the Print button in the

toolbar. A dialog will be dis-

played, allowing you to print

pictures on a printer connected

to the computer.

AFor More Information

Consult online help for more infor-

mation on using ViewNX 2.

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Technical Notes

Read this chapter for information on compatible accessories,

cleaning and storing the camera, and what to do if an error mes-

sage is displayed or you encounter problems using the camera.

At the time of writing, the following accessories were available

for your camera.

Optional Accessories

Lenses 1 mount lenses

Mount

adapters

Mount Adapter FT1

Power

sources

•Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL20 (023–24): Additional

EN-EL20 batteries are available from local retailers and

Nikon-authorized service representatives.

•Battery Charger MH-27 (023): Recharge EN-EL20 batteries.

•Power Connector EP-5C, AC Adapter EH-5b: These accessories can

be used to power the camera for extended periods (EH-5a

and EH-5 AC adapters can also be used). An EP-5C power

connector is required to connect the camera to the EH-5b,

EH-5a, or EH-5.

Waterproof

cases

Waterproof Case WP-N2: In addition to protecting the camera

from rain, snow, and spray, this waterproof case can be used

to take photographs underwater.

Body caps Body Cap BF-N1000: The body cap keeps the dust shield free of

dust when a lens is not in place.

Wireless

mobile

adapters

Wireless Mobile Adapter WU-1b: Create a wireless connection that

can be used by smart devices running the Wireless Mobile

Utility to download pictures or control the camera remotely.

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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.

1Check that any card readers or other devices with which the card will be

used support 2 GB cards.

2Check that any card readers or other devices with which the card will be

used are SDHC-compliant. The camera supports UHS-1.

3Check that any card readers or other devices with

which the card will be used are SDXC-compliant.

The camera supports UHS-1.

Other cards have not been tested. For more details on the above

cards, please contact the manufacturer.

SD cards SDHC cards 2SDXC cards 3

SanDisk

2GB14GB, 8GB, 16GB, 32GB 64 GB

Toshiba

Panasonic 48 GB, 64 GB

Lexar Media

—

4GB, 8GB, 16GB

—

Platinum II 4GB, 8GB, 16GB, 32GB

Professional

Full-HD Video 4GB, 8GB, 16GB

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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. Do not store your camera with naphtha or

camphor moth balls or in locations that:

•are poorly ventilated or subject to humidities of over 60%

•are next to equipment that produces strong electromagnetic

fields, such as televisions or radios

•are exposed to temperatures above 50 °C (122 °F) or below –10 °C

(14 °F)

Cleaning

Do not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals.

Storage and Cleaning

Camera body

Use a blower to remove dust and lint, then wipe gently with

a soft, dry cloth. After using the camera at the beach or sea-

side, wipe off sand or salt with a cloth lightly dampened in

distilled water and dry thoroughly. Important: Dust or other

foreign matter inside the camera may cause damage not cov-

ered under warranty.

Lens

Lenses are easily damaged. Remove dust and lint with a

blower. If using an aerosol blower, keep the can vertical to

prevent the discharge of liquid. To remove fingerprints and

other stains, apply a small amount of lens cleaner to a soft

cloth and clean with care.

Monitor

Remove dust and lint with a blower. When removing finger-

prints and other stains, wipe the surface lightly with a soft

cloth or chamois leather. Do not apply pressure, as this

could result in damage or malfunction.

Dust shield The dust shield is easily damaged. Remove dust and lint

with a blower.

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Do not drop: The product may mal-

function if subjected to strong

shocks or vibration.

Keep dry: This product is not water-

proof, and may malfunction if

immersed in water or exposed to

high levels of humidity. Rusting of

the internal mechanism can cause

irreparable damage.

Avoid sudden changes in temperature:

Sudden changes in temperature,

such as those that occur when

entering or leaving a heated build-

ing on a cold day, can cause con-

densation inside the device. To

prevent condensation, place the

device in a carrying case or plastic

bag before exposing it to sudden

changes in temperature.

Keep away from strong magnetic fields

:

Do not use or store this device in the

vicinity of equipment that generates

strong electromagnetic radiation or

magnetic fields. Strong static

charges or the magnetic fields pro-

duced by equipment such as radio

transmitters could interfere with the

display, damage data stored on the

memory card, or affect the product’s

internal circuitry.

Keep the lens mount covered: Be sure to

attach the body cap if the camera is

without a lens.

Do not touch the dust shield: The dust

shield covering the image sensor is

easily damaged. Under no circum-

stances should you exert pressure

on the shield or poke it with clean-

ing tools. These actions could

scratch or otherwise damage the

shield.

Turn the product off before removing or

disconnecting the power source: Do not

unplug the product or remove the

battery while the product is on or

while images are being recorded or

deleted. Forcibly cutting power in

these circumstances could result in

loss of data or in damage to prod-

uct memory or internal circuitry. To

prevent an accidental interruption

of power, avoid carrying the prod-

uct from one location to another

while the AC adapter is connected.

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 camera at the beach or

seaside, wipe off any sand or salt

using a cloth lightly dampened in

pure water and then dry the cam-

era thoroughly.

Lenses are easily damaged. Dust

and lint should be gently removed

with a blower. When using an aero-

sol blower, keep the can vertical to

prevent discharge of liquid. To

remove fingerprints and other

stains from the lens, apply a small

amount of lens cleaner to a clean,

soft cloth and wipe the lens care-

fully.

Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions

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Storage: To prevent mold or mildew,

store the camera in a dry, well-ven-

tilated area. If you are using an AC

adapter, unplug the adapter to pre-

vent fire. If the product will not be

used for an extended period,

remove the battery to prevent

leakage and store the camera in a

plastic bag containing a desiccant.

Do not, however, store the camera

case in a plastic bag, as this may

cause the material to deteriorate.

Note that desiccant gradually loses

its capacity to absorb moisture and

should be replaced at regular inter-

vals.

To prevent mold or mildew, take

the camera out of storage at least

once a month. Turn the camera on

and release the shutter a few times

before putting it away.

Store the battery in a cool, dry

place. Replace the terminal cover

before putting the battery away.

Notes on the monitor: The monitor is

constructed with extremely high

precision; at least 99.99% of pixels

are effective, with no more than

0.01% being missing or defective.

Hence while these displays may

contain pixels that are always lit

(white, red, blue, or green) or

always off (black), this is not a mal-

function and has no effect on

images recorded with the device.

Images in the monitor may be diffi-

cult to see in a bright light.

Do not apply pressure to the dis-

play, as this could cause damage or

malfunction. Dust or lint on the

display can be removed with a

blower. Stains can be removed by

wiping lightly with a soft cloth or

chamois leather. Should the moni-

tor break, care should be taken to

avoid injury from broken glass and

to prevent liquid crystal from the

display touching the skin or enter-

ing the eyes and mouth.

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.

Moiré: Moiré is an interference pat-

tern created by the interaction of

an image containing a regular,

repeating grid, such as the pattern

of weave in cloth or windows in a

building, with the camera image

sensor grid. In some cases, it may

appear in the form of lines. If you

notice moiré in your photographs,

try changing the distance to the

subject, zooming in and out, or

changing the angle between the

subject and the camera.

Lines: Noise in the form of lines may

in rare cases appear in pictures of

extremely bright or backlit sub-

jects.

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Batteries: Batteries may leak or

explode if improperly handled.

Observe the following precautions

when handling batteries:

•Use only batteries approved for

use in this equipment.

•Do not expose the battery to

flame or excessive heat.

•Keep the battery terminals clean.

•Turn the product off before

replacing the battery.

•Remove the battery from the

camera or charger when not in

use and replace the terminal

cover. These devices draw minute

amounts of charge even when off

and could draw the battery down

to the point that it will no longer

function. If the battery will not be

used for some time, insert it in the

camera and run it flat before

removing it and storing it in a

location with an ambient temper-

ature of 15 °C to 25 °C (59 °F to

77 °F; avoid hot or extremely cold

locations). Repeat this process at

least once every six months.

•Turning the camera on and off

repeatedly when the battery is

fully discharged will shorten bat-

tery life. Batteries that have been

fully discharged must be charged

before use.

•The internal temperature of the

battery may rise while the battery

is in use. Attempting to charge

the battery while the internal

temperature is elevated will

impair battery performance, and

the battery may not charge or

charge only partially. Wait for the

battery to cool before charging.

•Continuing to charge the battery

after it is fully charged can impair

battery performance.

•A marked drop in the time a fully

charged battery retains its charge

when used at room temperature

indicates that it requires replace-

ment. Purchase a new EN-EL20

battery.

•Charge the battery before use.

When taking photographs on

important occasions, ready a

spare EN-EL20 battery and keep it

fully charged. Depending on your

location, it may be difficult to pur-

chase replacement batteries on

short notice. Note that on cold

days, the capacity of batteries

tends to decrease. Be sure the

battery is fully charged before

taking photographs outside in

cold weather. Keep a spare bat-

tery in a warm place and

exchange the two as necessary.

Once warmed, a cold battery may

recover some of its charge.

•Used batteries are a valuable

resource; recycle in accord with

local regulations.

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•Do not use the battery at ambient

temperatures below 0°C (32°F) or

above 40°C (104°F); failure to

observe this precaution could

damage the battery or impair its

performance. Capacity may be

reduced and charging times may

increase at battery temperatures

from 0°C (32°F) to 10°C (50°F)

and from 45°C (113°F) to 60°C

(140°F); the battery will not

charge if its temperature is below

0°C (32°F) or above 60°C (140°F).

The battery charger: Charge the bat-

tery at ambient temperatures

between 5°C (41°F) and 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 charg-

ing is complete when the battery is

only partially charged. Remove and

reinsert the battery to begin charg-

ing again.

Use the charger with compatible

batteries only. Unplug when not in

use.

Memory Cards:

•The camera stores pictures on SD,

SDHC, and SDXC memory cards

(available separately).

•Do not remove memory cards

from the camera, turn the camera

off, or remove or disconnect the

power source during formatting

or while data are being recorded,

deleted, or copied to a computer.

Failure to observe these precau-

tions could result in loss of data or

in damage to the camera or card.

•Do not touch the card terminals

with your fingers or metal

objects.

•Do not bend, drop, or subject to

strong physical shocks.

•Do not apply force to the card

casing. Failure to observe this pre-

caution could damage the card.

•Do not expose to water, heat,

high levels of humidity, or direct

sunlight.

•Do not format memory cards in a

computer.

DServicing 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). Frequent inspection and servicing are particu-

larly recommended if the camera is used professionally. Any accesso-

ries regularly used with the camera, such as lenses, should be included

when the camera is inspected or serviced.

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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

Troubleshooting

The camera is on but does not respond: Wait for recording or any other process-

ing to end. If the problem persists, turn the camera off. If the camera still

does not respond, remove and replace the battery or disconnect and

reconnect the AC adapter, but note that this will delete any data not yet

saved. Data already saved to the memory card are unaffected.

The display is off:

•The camera is off (025) or the battery is exhausted (017).

•The display has turned off automatically to save power. The display can

be reactivated by pressing the shutter-release button.

•The camera is connected to a computer (080) or television.

The camera turns off without warning:

•The battery is low (017).

•The display has turned off automatically to save power (030). The dis-

play can be reactivated by pressing the shutter-release button.

•The camera’s internal temperature is high (012, 94). Wait for the cam-

era to cool before turning it on again.

Indicators are not displayed: Use the Display > Shooting and Display >

Playback options in the setup menu to choose the information dis-

played (077).

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Shooting (All Modes)

Movies

The camera takes time to turn on: Delete files or format the memory card.

The shutter-release is disabled:

•The battery is exhausted (017).

•The memory card is locked or full.

•The flash is charging (070).

•The camera is not in focus (029).

•You are currently filming a slow-motion movie (060).

Only one picture is taken each time the shutter-release button is pressed in continuous

release mode: 5 fps is selected for Continuous/self-timer and the built-in

flash is raised.

Smudges appear in photographs: Clean the front and rear lens elements or the

dust shield (085).

Flicker or banding appears in movies or in the display: Choose a Flicker reduc-

tion setting that matches the local AC power supply (077).

No flash: See page 73. The flash will not fire when off (071); in P, S, A, and

M modes, the flash will not fire when lowered.

Menu items are unavailable: Some options are only available in particular

shooting or exposure modes or when wireless mobile adapter is

attached (083).

Cannot record movies: The movie-record button can not be used to record

movies in best moment capture or Motion Snapshot mode (049, 54).

No sound is recorded for movies:

• Microphone off is selected for Movie sound options > Microphone

(077).

•Live audio is not recorded with slow-motion movies (061) or Motion

Snapshots (052).

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Playback

Miscellaneous

“Tall” (portrait) orientation photos are displayed in “wide” (landscape) orientation:

•Select On for Rotate tall (074).

•The photos were taken with Auto image rotation off (077).

•Camera was pointed up or down when the photo was taken.

•Photo is displayed in image review.

Cannot hear movie sound:

•Rotate the multi selector clockwise to raise the volume (064). If the

camera is connected to a television, use the controls for the TV to

adjust the volume.

•Live audio is not recorded with slow-motion movies (061) or Motion

Snapshots (054).

Cannot delete images:

•Remove protection from the files before deletion (074).

•The memory card is locked.

The date of recording is not correct: Set the camera clock.

Menu items are unavailable: Some options are only available at particular

settings or when a memory card is inserted.

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This section lists the error messages that appear in the display.

Error Messages

Message Solution

(Shutter-speed or

aperture display

flashes)

If the subject is too bright, lower ISO sensitivity

or choose a faster shutter speed or smaller aper-

ture (higher f-number).

If the subject is too dark, raise ISO sensitivity, use

the flash, or choose a slower shutter speed or

larger aperture (lower f-number).

Keeping the zoom ring

button pressed, rotate

the zoom ring to

extend the lens.

A lens with a retractable lens barrel button is

attached with the lens barrel retracted. Press the

retractable lens barrel button and rotate the

zoom ring to extend the lens.

Check lens. Pictures

can only be taken

when a lens is

attached.

Attach a lens.

Start-up error. Turn the

camera off and then

on again.

Turn the camera off, remove and replace the

battery, and then turn the camera on.

The clock has been

reset. Set the camera clock.

No memory card. Turn the camera off and confirm that the card is

correctly inserted.

This memory card is

not formatted. Format

the memory card?

Select Yes to format the card, or turn the camera

off and insert another memory card.

Memory card is locked

(write protected).

Turn the camera off and slide the card write-pro-

tect switch to the “write” position.

Memory card is full.

•You may be able to record additional images if

you reduce image quality or size.

•Delete unwanted images.

•Insert another memory card.

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This memory card

cannot be used. Card

may be damaged;

insert a different card.

•Use an approved card.

•Format the card. If the problem persists, the

card may be damaged. Contact a Nikon-

authorized service representative.

•Insert a new memory card.

Cannot create

additional folders on

memory card.

If the current folder is numbered 999 and contains

either 999 photographs or a photograph num-

bered 9999, the shutter-release button will be dis-

abled and no further photographs can be taken.

Choose

Yes

for

Reset file numbering

and then

either format the current memory card or insert a

new memory card.

The movie-record

button cannot be used

in this mode.

The movie-record button can not be used in

best moment capture or Motion Snapshot

modes.

Photographs cannot

be recorded in this

mode.

The shutter-release button can not be used to

take photographs while a slow-motion movie is

being recorded.

The camera’s internal

temperature is high.

The camera will now

turn off.

Wait for the camera to cool.

Memory card contains

no images.

To view pictures, insert a memory card contain-

ing images.

Cannot display this file. The file has been created or modified on a com-

puter or different make of camera, or is corrupt.

Message Solution

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Nikon 1 S1 Digital Camera

Specifications

Type

Type Digital camera with support for interchangeable

lenses

Lens mount Nikon 1 mount

Effective angle of view Approx. 2.7× lens focal length (35 mm format

equivalent)

Effective pixels 10.1 million

Image sensor

Image sensor 13.2 mm × 8.8 mm CMOS sensor (Nikon CX for-

mat)

Storage

Image size (pixels) Still images (aspect ratio 3 : 2)

•3872 × 2592 •2896 × 1944

•1936 × 1296

Still images (aspect ratio 16 : 9)

•3840 × 2160 (Motion Snapshot mode or 1080/

60i, 1080/30p selected in advanced movie

mode)

•1280 × 720 (720/60p, 720/30p selected in

advanced movie mode)

File format •NEF (RAW): 12-bit, compressed

•JPEG: JPEG-Baseline compliant with fine (approx.

1:4), normal (approx. 1 : 8), or basic (approx. 1 : 16)

compression

Picture Control system Standard, Neutral, Vivid, Monochrome, Portrait,

Landscape; selected Picture Control can be mod-

ified; storage for custom Picture Controls

Media SD (Secure Digital), SDHC, and SDXC memory cards

File system DCF (Design Rule for Camera File System) 2.0, DPOF (Digi-

tal Print Order Format), Exif (Exchangeable Image File Format

for Digital Still Cameras) 2.3, PictBridge

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Shooting modes Cauto; w creative, with a choice of the follow-

ing options: P, S, A, M, j night landscape, o night

portrait, m backlighting, q soft, r miniature

effect, and s selective color; ubest moment

capture (t slow view and y Smart Photo Selec-

tor), vadvanced movie (HD—P, S, A, M only—

and y slow motion), zMotion Snapshot

Shutter

Type Electronic shutter

Speed 1

/

16,000 –30 s in steps of 1

/

3EV; Bulb

Note: Bulb ends automatically after approximately 2 minutes

Flash sync speed Synchronizes with shutter at X=1

/

60 s or slower

Release

Mode •Single frame, continuous

•Self-timer

Frame advance rate Approx. 5, 15, 30, or 60 fps

Self-timer 2 s, 5 s, 10 s

Exposure

Metering TTL metering using image sensor

Metering method •Matrix

•Center-weighted: Meters 4.5 mm circle in center of

frame

•Spot: Meters 2 mm circle centered on selected

focus area

Mode P programmed auto with flexible program;

Sshutter-priority auto; Aaperture-priority auto;

Mmanual; hscene auto selector

Exposure compensation –3–+3 EV in increments of 1

/

3EV

Exposure lock Luminosity locked at metered value when shut-

ter-release button is pressed halfway

ISO sensitivity

(Recommended Exposure

Index)

ISO 100–6400 in steps of 1 EV; auto ISO sensitiv-

ity control (ISO 100–6400, 100–3200, 100–800) available

(user controlled in P, S, A, and M modes)

Active D-Lighting On, off

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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)

AF-area mode Single-point, auto-area, subject tracking

Focus area •Single-point AF: 135 focus areas; the center 73

areas support phase-detection AF

•Auto-area AF: 41 focus areas

Focus lock Focus can be locked by pressing shutter-release

button halfway (single AF)

Face priority On, off

Flash

Built-in flash •Auto; Soft, Miniature effect, Selective color (Creative

mode): Flash pops up automatically and fires as

required

•Night portrait, Backlighting (Creative mode): Flash

pops up automatically and fires with every shot

•P programmed auto, S shutter-priority auto, A aperture-

priority auto, M manual (Creative mode): Manual pop-

up

Guide Number (GN) Approx. 5/16 (m/ft, ISO 100, 20 °C/68 °F)

Control i-TTL flash control using image sensor

Mode Auto, auto + red-eye reduction, fill flash, fill flash

+ slow sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction

+ slow sync, rear-curtain sync, rear curtain + slow

sync, off

Flash compensation –3–+1 EV in increments of 1

/

3EV

Flash-ready indicator Lights when built-in flash unit is fully charged

White balance Auto, incandescent, fluorescent, direct sunlight,

flash, cloudy, shade, underwater, preset manual,

all except preset manual with fine tuning

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Movie

Metering TTL metering using image sensor

Metering method •Matrix

•Center-weighted: Meters 4.5 mm circle in center of

frame

•Spot: Meters 2 mm circle centered on selected

focus area

Frame size (pixels)/

recording rate

HD movies (aspect ratio 16 : 9)

•1920 × 1080/60i (59.94 fields/s*)

•1920 × 1080/30p (29.97 fps)

•1280 × 720/60p (59.94 fps)

•1280 × 720/30p (29.97 fps)

Slow-motion movies (aspect ratio 8 : 3)

•640 × 240/400 fps (plays at 30p/29.97 fps)

•320 × 120/1200 fps (plays at 30p/29.97 fps)

Motion Snapshot (aspect ratio 16 : 9)

1280 × 720/60p (59.94 fps) (plays at 24p/23.976 fps)

File format MOV

Video compression H.264/MPEG-4 Advanced Video Coding

Audio recording format AAC

Audio recording device Built-in stereo microphone; sensitivity adjustable

*Sensor output is about 60 fps.

Monitor 7.5 cm (3-in.), approx. 460k-dot, TFT LCD with

brightness adjustment

Playback Full-frame and thumbnail (4, 9, or 72 images or

calendar) playback with playback zoom, movie

playback, slide show, histogram display, auto

image rotation, and rating option

Interface

USB Hi-Speed USB

HDMI output Type C mini-pin HDMI connector

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•Unless otherwise stated, all figures are for a camera with a fully-charged bat-

tery operating at the temperature specified by the Camera and Imaging

Products Association (CIPA): 23 ±3 °C (73.4 ±5.4 °F).

•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.

Supported languages Arabic, Bengali, Chinese (Simplified and Tradi-

tional), Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish,

French, German, Greek, Hindi, Hungarian, Indo-

nesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Per-

sian, Polish, Portuguese (European and Brazilian),

Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Tamil, Thai,

Turkish, Ukrainian, Vietnamese

Power source

Battery One rechargeable Li-ion EN-EL20 battery

AC adapter EH-5b AC adapter; requires EP-5C power connec-

tor (available separately)

Tripod socket 1

/

4-in. (ISO 1222)

Dimensions/weight

Dimensions (W × H × D)

Approx. 102.0 × 60.5 × 29.7 mm (4.0 × 2.4 × 1.2 in.),

excluding projections

Weight Approx. 240 g (8.5 oz) with battery and memory

card but without body cap; approx. 197 g (6.9 oz),

camera body only

Operating environment

Temperature 0 °C–40 °C (+32 °F–104 °F)

Humidity 85% or less (no condensation)

MH-27 battery charger

Rated input AC 100–240 V, 50–60 Hz, 0.2 A

Rated output DC 8.4 V/0.6 A

Supported batteries Nikon EN-EL20 rechargeable Li-ion batteries

Charging time Approx. 2 hours at an ambient temperature of

25 °C (77 °F) when no charge remains

Operating temperature 0 °C–40 °C (+32 °F–104 °F)

Dimensions (W × H × D) Approx. 67.0 × 28.0 × 94.0 mm (2.6 × 1.1 × 3.7 in.),

excluding plug adapter

Weight Approx. 83 g (2.9 oz), excluding plug adapter

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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.

EN-EL20 rechargeable Li-ion battery

Type Rechargeable lithium-ion battery

Rated capacity 7.2 V, 1020 mAh

Operating temperature 0 °C–40 °C (+32 °F–104 °F)

Dimensions (W × H × D) Approx. 30.7 × 50.0 × 14.0 mm (1.2 × 2.0 × 0.6 in.)

Weight Approx. 41 g (1.4 oz), excluding terminal cover

1 NIKKOR VR 10–30mm f/3.5–5.6

Type 1 mount lens

Focal length 10–30 mm

Maximum aperture f/3.5–5.6

Construction 12 elements in 9 groups (including 3 aspherical elements)

Angle of view 77°–29° 40′

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

Diaphragm blades 7 (rounded diaphragm opening)

Diaphragm Fully automatic

Aperture range •10 mm focal length: f/3.5–16

•30 mm focal length: f/5.6–16

Filter-attachment size 40.5 mm (P=0.5 mm)

Dimensions Approx. 57.5 mm diameter × 42 mm (distance from

camera lens mount flange when lens is retracted)

Weight Approx. 115 g (4.1 oz)

1 NIKKOR 11–27.5mm f/3.5–5.6

Type 1 mount lens

Focal length 11–27.5 mm

Maximum aperture f/3.5–5.6

Construction 8 elements in 6 groups (including 1 ED lens element and

1 aspherical lens element), 1 protective glass element

Angle of view 72°–32° 20′

Minimum focus distance 0.3 m (1.0 ft) from focal plane at all zoom positions

Diaphragm blades 7 (rounded diaphragm opening)

Diaphragm Fully automatic

Aperture range •11 mm focal length: f/3.5–16

•27.5 mm focal length: f/5.6–16

Filter-attachment size 40.5 mm (P=0.5 mm)

Dimensions Approx. 57.5 mm diameter × 31 mm (distance from

camera lens mount flange when lens is retracted)

Weight Approx. 83 g (3.0 oz)

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ATrademark Information

Macintosh, Mac OS, and QuickTime are registered trademarks of Apple

Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. Microsoft, Windows,

and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks, or trademarks of

Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. The

PictBridge logo is a trademark. The SD, SDHC, and SDXC logos are

trademarks of SD-3C, LLC. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition

Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI

Licensing LLC.

All other trade names mentioned in this manual or the other documen-

tation provided with your Nikon product are trademarks or registered

trademarks of their respective holders.

AFreeType License (FreeType2)

Portions of this software are copyright © 2013 The FreeType Project

(http://www.freetype.org). All rights reserved.

AMIT License (HarfBuzz)

Portions of this software are copyright © 2013 The HarfBuzz Project

(http://www.freedesktop.org/wiki/Software/HarfBuzz). All rights

reserved.

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Battery Life

The number of shots or movie footage that can be recorded with

fully-charged batteries varies with the condition of the battery,

temperature, the interval between shots, and the length of time

menus are displayed. Sample figures for EN-EL20 (1020 mAh)

batteries are given below.

•Still images: Approximately 220 shots

•Movies: Approximately 50 minutes of HD footage at 1080/60i

Measured according to CIPA standards at 23 ±3 °C (73.4 ±5.4 °F)

with the camera at default settings, a fully-charged battery, a

1 NIKKOR VR 10–30mm f/3.5–5.6 lens, and a 16 GB Toshiba

SD-E016GUX UHS-I SDHC card. Value for still images obtained

under the following test conditions: photographs taken at

intervals of 30 s with the built-in flash fired with every other

shot and the camera turned off and then on after every ten

shots. Value for movies obtained under the following test con-

ditions: a series of 20 minute movies with a file size of up to

4 GB were recorded; recording was only interrupted when tem-

perature warning was displayed.

The following can reduce battery life:

•Keeping the shutter-release button pressed halfway

•Repeated autofocus operations

•Taking NEF (RAW) photographs

•Slow shutter speeds

•Using a wireless mobile adapter or Eye-Fi cards

•Using vibration reduction mode with VR lenses

•Using zoom with power zoom lenses

To ensure that you get the most from rechargeable Nikon

EN-EL20 batteries:

•Keep the battery contacts clean. Soiled contacts can reduce

battery performance.

•Use batteries immediately after charging. Batteries will lose

their charge if left unused.

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Symbols

C (Auto mode) ...........................20, 27

w (Creative mode) ..................21, 36

u (Best moment capture mode) 20,

46

v (Advanced movie mode) ..21, 56

z (Motion Snapshot mode) ...20, 52

P (Programmed auto) .........37, 39, 56

S (Shutter-priority auto) ....37, 40, 56

A (Aperture-priority auto) .37, 41, 56

M (Manual) .............................37, 42, 56

j (Night landscape) .........................37

o (Night portrait) ..............................38

m (Backlighting) .........................38, 44

q (Soft) ..................................................38

r (Miniature effect) ........................38

s (Selective color) ............................38

y (Slow motion) ...............................61

c (Portrait) .........................................30

d (Landscape) ...................................30

f (Night portrait) .............................30

e (Close up) .......................................30

g (Night landscape) .......................30

Z (Auto) ..............................................30

U (flexible program) .........................39

G (menu) button ........................18

K (playback) button ..........33, 50, 55

O (delete) button ..........34, 51, 55, 65

& (feature) .21, 31, 36, 48, 54, 57, 61

J (OK) button ....................................16

C (continuous shooting/self-timer) .

66, 68

N (flash mode) ....................................71

8 (Single frame) ...............................66

Y (red-eye reduction) ....................72

p (slow sync) .....................................72

q (rear curtain sync) .......................72

N (flash-ready indicator) .................70

A

AC adapter ........................................... 83

Accessories .......................................... 83

Advanced movie mode .... 21, 56, 57

Aperture ........................................41, 42

Aperture-priority auto ...... 37, 41, 56

Attaching the lens ............................ 25

Auto mode ................................... 20, 27

Auto power off ................................... 30

Automatic scene selection ............ 30

B

Background track .............................. 55

Backlighting .................................38, 44

Battery ...................................23, 24, 100

Beep ................................................ 29, 68

Best moment capture mode ......... 46

Best shot ........................................48, 50

Body cap ................................ 14, 15, 83

Buffering .......................................49, 53

Built-in flash ........................................70

C

Charging a battery ........................... 23

Close up ................................................ 30

Compatible lens ................................83

Computer ............................................. 78

Creative mode .................................... 36

D

Delete ............................... 34, 51, 55, 65

Detailed display .................................17

Dust shield .................................... 85, 86

E

Exposure indicator ............................43

F

Face priority ........................................ 30

Fill flash ................................................. 72

Flash ....................................................... 70

Index

104

n

Flash mode ..........................................71

Flash range ..........................................73

Flash-ready indicator .......................70

Flexible program ...............................39

Focal length ........................................28

Focal length scale .............................28

Focal plane mark ...............................15

Focus area ............................................29

Format ...................................................24

Format memory card .......................24

Full-frame playback ..........................33

G

Grid display .........................................28

H

H.264 ......................................................98

HD movies ....................................56, 57

HDR ........................................................44

L

Landscape ............................................30

Lens ..........................25, 26, 28, 83, 100

Live image control ............................31

M

Manual ....................................37, 42, 56

Maximum aperture ........................100

Memory card ...............................24, 84

Memory card access lamp .............29

Microphone .........................................58

Miniature effect .................................38

Monitor .................................................17

Motion Snapshot mode .................. 52

Mount adapter ...................................83

Movie-record button . 35, 45, 56, 58,

62

Movies .....................................35, 45, 56

N

Night landscape .........................30, 37

Night portrait ...............................30, 38

Nikon Transfer 2 .................................80

P

Playback ............................................... 33

Portrait .................................................. 30

Power connector ............................... 83

Power drive zoom switch ............... 28

Power switch ...................................... 25

Press the shutter-release button all

the way down ................................... 29

Press the shutter-release button

halfway ............................................... 29

Programmed auto .............. 37, 39, 56

R

Rear-curtain sync .............................. 72

Red-eye reduction ............................ 72

Retractable lens barrel button ..... 26

S

Scene selection .................................. 37

SD card ................................................. 84

Selective color .................................... 38

Self-timer ...................................... 66, 68

Short Movie Creator ......................... 78

Shutter speed .............................. 40, 42

Shutter-priority auto ......... 37, 40, 56

Shutter-release button 29, 47, 49, 53

Single frame ........................................ 66

Size .................................................. 95, 98

Slow motion ....................................... 61

Slow sync ............................................. 72

Slow view ............................................. 46

Smart Photo Selector ...................... 48

Soft ......................................................... 38

Speaker ................................................. 16

Strap ...................................................... 23

System requirements ...................... 79

T

Temperature warnings .................... 12

Theme ................................................... 54

Timer ..................................................... 66

105

n

U

USB .........................................................80

USB cable .............................................80

V

ViewNX 2 ..............................................78

Volume ..................................................64

W

Waterproof case .................................83

Wireless mobile adapter .................83

Z

Zoom guide .........................................28

Zoom ring ............................................28

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