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viiiIntroductionDo not leave the product where it will be exposed to extremely high temperatures, such as in an enclosed automobile or in direct sunli

78Shooting FeaturesUsing Face DetectionIn the following settings, the camera uses face detection to automatically focus on human faces.• Scene auto se

79Shooting FeaturesUsing Skin SofteningWhen the shutter is released while using one of the shooting modes listed below, the camera detects human faces

80Shooting FeaturesFocus LockUse focus lock to capture creative compositions even when the focus area is set to the center of the frame.1 Position the

81Playback FeaturesPlayback FeaturesMoving the zoom control toward g (i) in full-frame playback mode (A32) zooms in on the image.• You can change the

82Playback FeaturesMoving the zoom control toward f (h) in full-frame playback mode (A32) displays images as thumbnails.• You can change the number of

83Playback FeaturesWhen viewing images in full-frame playback mode or thumbnail playback mode, you can configure the playback menu settings listed bel

84Playback Features1Edited images are saved as separate files. Some images may not be edited.2Select an image on the image selection screen. See “Usin

85Playback FeaturesUsing the Screen for Selecting ImagesWhen an image selection screen such as the one shown on the right is displayed while operating

86Recording and Playing Back MoviesRecording and Playing Back Movies1 Display the shooting screen.• Check the remaining amount of movie recording time

87Recording and Playing Back MoviesB Maximum Movie LengthIndividual movie files cannot exceed 4 GB in size or 29 minutes in length, even when there is

ixIntroductionwires become exposed, take it to a Nikon-authorized service representative for inspection. Failure to observe these precautions could re

88Recording and Playing Back MoviesB Notes About Using Zoom During Movie Recording• The zoom indicator is not displayed during movie recording.• There

89Recording and Playing Back MoviesSaving Still Images While Recording MoviesIf the shutter-release button is pressed all the way while recording a mo

90Recording and Playing Back MoviesFunctions That Can Be Set with the d Button (Movie Menu)The settings of the menu options listed below can be config

91Recording and Playing Back MoviesFunctions Available During PlaybackRotate the multi selector or the command dial to advance or rewind.Playback cont

General Camera Setup92General Camera SetupThe settings of the menu options listed below can be configured.Functions That Can Be Set with the d Button

93General Camera SetupAuto offAllows you to set the amount of time that passes before the monitor turns off to save power.E74Format memory/Format card

94Using the Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) FunctionUsing the Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) FunctionYou can perform the following functions if you install the dedicated s

95Using the Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) Function1 Use the multi selector HI to select Connect to smart device and press the k button.• See “Notes About Wi-Fi

96Using the Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) FunctionTo Terminate the Wi-Fi Connection• Turn off the camera.• Set the Wi-Fi setting on the smart device to Off.B N

97Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or PrinterConnecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or PrinterYou can enhance your enjoyment of images and m

xIntroductionNotices for Customers in the U.S.A.IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS -SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC

98Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or PrinterViewing images on a TV E15Images and movies captured with the camera can be viewed on a TV.Connec

99Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or PrinterViewNX 2 is an all-in-one software package which enables you to transfer, view, edit and share im

100Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer2 Select a language in the language selection dialog to open the installation window.• If the de

101Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or PrinterTransferring Images to the Computer1 Choose how images will be copied to the computer.Choose one

102Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer2 Transfer images to the computer.• Click Start Transfer.• At default settings, all the images o

E1The Reference Section provides detailed information and hints about using the camera.ShootingUsing Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playback)...

Reference SectionE2Shooting with Easy Panorama1 Select W Normal (180°) or X Wide (360°) as the shooting range and press the k button.• When the camera

Reference SectionE34 Move the camera in one of the four directions until the guide indicator reaches the end.• When the camera detects which direction

Reference SectionE4Viewing Images Captured with Easy PanoramaSwitch to playback mode (A32), display an image captured using easy panorama in full-fram

Reference SectionE5Viewing Images in a SequenceImages captured continuously are saved as a sequence.The first image of a sequence is used as the key p

xiIntroductionNotice for Customers in the State of CaliforniaWARNINGHandling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the

Reference SectionE6Deleting Images in a SequenceWhen the l button is pressed for images in a sequence, the images that are deleted vary depending on h

Reference SectionE7Before Editing ImagesYou can easily edit images on this camera. Edited copies are saved as separate files.Edited copies are saved w

Reference SectionE8k Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and SaturationUse the multi selector HI to select the desired effect level and press the k butt

Reference SectionE9e Skin Softening: Softening Skin Tones1 Use the multi selector HI to select the desired effect level and press the k button.• To ex

Reference SectionE10p Filter Effects: Applying Digital Filter Effects1 Use the multi selector HI to select the desired filter effect and press the k b

Reference SectionE112 Use HI to select the color to keep and press the k button.3 Preview the result and press the k button.• An edited copy is create

Reference SectionE12F RAW (NRW) Processing: Creating JPEG Images from NRW Images1 Use the multi selector HIJK to select the image to be RAW processed

Reference SectionE13B Notes About RAW (NRW) Processing• This camera can only create JPEG-format copies of RAW (NRW) images taken with this camera.•Pre

Reference SectionE14a Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy1 Move the zoom control to enlarge the image (A81).2 Refine copy composition and press the d button

Reference SectionE151 Turn off the camera and connect it to the TV.• Make sure that the plugs are properly oriented. Do not insert or remove the plugs

xiiIntroductionThis product is controlled by the United States Export Administration Regulations, and you are required to obtain permission from the U

Reference SectionE16Users of PictBridge-compatible printers can connect the camera directly to the printer and print images without using a computer.C

Reference SectionE174 The camera is automatically turned on.• The PictBridge startup screen (1) is displayed in the camera monitor, followed by the Pr

Reference SectionE183 Select the desired number of copies (up to 9) and press the k button.4 Select Paper size and press the k button.5 Select the des

Reference SectionE19Printing Multiple Images1 When the Print selection screen is displayed, press the d button.2 Use the multi selector HI to select P

Reference SectionE20Print selectionSelect images (up to 99) and the number of copies (up to 9) of each.• Use the multi selector JK to select images, a

E21Reference SectionWhen editing movies, use a sufficiently charged battery to prevent the camera from turning off during editing. When the battery le

E22Reference Section5 Use HI to select m (Save) and press the k button.• Follow the instructions on the screen to save the movie.B Notes About Movie E

E23Reference SectionImage QualitySet the image quality (compression ratio) used when saving images.Lower compression ratios result in higher quality i

E24Reference SectionC Image Quality Setting• The image quality can be set in any shooting mode. The setting is also applied to other shooting modes (e

E25Reference SectionImage SizeSet the image size (number of pixels) used when saving JPEG images.The larger the image size, the larger the size at whi

xiiiIntroductionand meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65 and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposur

E26Reference SectionPicture Control (COOLPIX Picture Control) (Changing the Settings for Image Recording)Change the settings for image recording accor

E27Reference SectionCustomizing Existing COOLPIX Picture Controls: Quick Adjust and Manual AdjustCOOLPIX Picture Control can be customized using Quick

E28Reference SectionTypes of Quick Adjust and Manual AdjustOption DescriptionQuick adjust1Adjusts the sharpness, contrast and saturation levels automa

E29Reference Section1Quick adjust is not available in Neutral, Monochrome, Custom 1 and Custom 2. The values set manually are disabled if quick adjust

E30Reference SectionCustom Picture Control (COOLPIX Custom Picture Control)Customize the settings of COOLPIX Picture Control (E27) and register them i

E31Reference SectionWhite Balance (Adjusting Hue)Adjust white balance to suit the light source or weather conditions in order to make the colors in im

E32Reference SectionC Fine Adjustment of White BalanceTo perform fine adjustment of white balance, select the type of white balance and press the k bu

E33Reference SectionUsing Preset ManualUse the procedure below to measure the white balance value under the lighting used during shooting.1 Place a wh

E34Reference SectionMeteringThe process of measuring the brightness of the subject to determine the exposure is known as “metering.” Use this option t

E35Reference SectionContinuous ShootingRotate the mode dial to A, B, C, D or i M d button M A, B, C, D or i tab (A9) M ContinuousOption DescriptionUSi

xivIntroductionPrecautions when Using Radio TransmissionsAlways keep in mind that radio transmission or reception of data is subject to interception b

E36Reference SectionB Notes About Continuous Shooting• Focus, exposure and white balance are fixed at the values determined with the first shot in eac

E37Reference SectionC Pre-shooting CacheWhen the shutter-release button is pressed halfway or all the way down, images are saved in the manner describ

E38Reference Section2 Set the desired interval between each shot.• Use JK to select an item , and use HI to set the time.• Press the k button when se

E39Reference SectionISO SensitivityHigher ISO sensitivity allows darker subjects to be captured. Additionally, even with subjects of similar brightnes

E40Reference SectionExposure BracketingThe exposure (brightness) can be changed automatically during continuous shooting. This is effective for shooti

E41Reference SectionAF Area ModeChange the method of how the camera selects the focus area for autofocus.Rotate the mode dial to A, B, C, D or i M d b

E42Reference SectionB Notes About AF Area Mode• When digital zoom is in effect, the camera focuses on the area in the center of the frame regardless o

E43Reference SectionUsing Subject Tracking1 Use the multi selector HI to select s Subject tracking, and press the k button. • Press the d button after

E44Reference SectionAutofocus ModeSelect how the camera focuses when shooting still images.B Notes About Autofocus ModeThe setting may not be changed

E45Reference SectionNoise Reduction FilterSet the strength of the noise reduction function that is normally performed when saving images.Rotate the mo

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E46Reference SectionBuilt-in ND FilterWhen the camera's built-in ND filter is used, the amount of light that enters the camera can be reduced to

E47Reference SectionActive D-LightingDetails in highlights and shadows are preserved, and the natural contrast that is seen with the naked eye is well

E48Reference SectionMultiple ExposureThe camera combines two to three images and saves them as a single image.B Notes About Multiple Exposure• It may

E49Reference Section2 Select On, and then press the k button.3 Press the d button to display the shooting screen.4 Press the shutter-release button to

E50Reference SectionZoom MemoryB Notes About Zoom Operation• When more than one focal length has been set, move the zoom control to switch to the foc

E51Reference SectionStartup Zoom PositionSet the zoom position (equivalent to focal length/angle of view in 35mm [135] format) for when the camera is

E52Reference SectionSee “Editing Still Images“ (E7) for information about image editing functions.a Print Order (Creating a DPOF Print Order)If you co

E53Reference Section3 Select whether or not to print shooting date and shooting information.• Select Date and press the k button to print the shooting

E54Reference Sectionb Slide ShowPlay back images one by one in an automated “slide show.” When movie files (A90) are played back in the slide show, on

E55Reference Sectiond ProtectThe camera protects selected images from accidental deletion.Select images to protect or cancel protection for previously

xviIntroductionSpecial Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting)... 44A, B, C, D Modes (Setting the Exposure

E56Reference SectionE Voice MemoVoice memos can be recorded and attached to images.Recording Voice Memos• Press and hold the k button to record (up to

E57Reference Sectionh Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory and Memory Card)Copy images or movies between the internal memory and a memory card.1 Use the

E58Reference SectionC Sequence Display OptionsSelect the method used to display images in the sequence (E5).Settings are applied to all sequences, and

E59Reference SectionMovie OptionsSelect the desired movie option to record.Select normal speed movie options to record at normal speed, or HS movie op

E60Reference SectionHS Movie OptionsRecorded movies are played back in fast or slow motion.See “Playing Back in Slow Motion and Fast Motion” (E61) for

E61Reference SectionC Playing Back in Slow Motion and Fast MotionWhen recording at normal speed:When recording at h/u HS 480/4×:Movies are recorded at

E62Reference SectionAutofocus ModeSet how the camera focuses when recording movies.C Notes About Autofocus Mode• When an HS movie option is selected i

E63Reference SectionConfigure the Wi-Fi (wireless LAN) settings to connect the camera and a smart device.The Wi-Fi Options Menud button M q (Wi-Fi opt

E64Reference SectionOperating the Text Input Keyboard• Use the multi selector HIJK or rotate it to select alphanumeric characters. Press the k button

E65Reference SectionWelcome ScreenConfigure the welcome screen that is displayed when you turn on the camera.The Setup MenuPress the d button M z tab

xviiIntroductionUsing the Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) Function ... 94Functions That Can Be Performed Usi

E66Reference SectionTime Zone and DateSet the camera clock.Press the d button M z tab (A9) M Time zone and dateOption DescriptionDate and time• Select

E67Reference SectionSetting the Time Zone1 Use the multi selector HI to select Time zone and press the k button.2 Select w Home time zone or x Travel

E68Reference SectionMonitor SettingsB Notes About View/Hide HistogramsHistograms are not displayed in the following situations.• When recording a movi

E69Reference SectionB Notes About View/Hide Framing GridThe framing grid is not displayed in the following situations.• When the enlarged center of th

E70Reference SectionPrint Date (Imprinting Date and Time on Images)The shooting date and time can be imprinted on the images when shooting, allowing t

E71Reference SectionVibration ReductionSet to reduce the effects of camera shake while shooting.Set Vibration reduction to Off when using a tripod to

E72Reference SectionMotion DetectionEnable motion detection to reduce the effects of subject movement and camera shake when shooting still images.B No

E73Reference SectionDigital ZoomB Notes About Digital Zoom• Digital zoom cannot be used in the following scene modes.- Scene auto selector, Portrait,

E74Reference SectionSound SettingsAuto OffSet the amount of time that elapses before the camera enters standby mode (A23).You can select 30 s, 1 min (

E75Reference SectionFormat Memory/Format CardUse this option to format the internal memory or a memory card.Formatting the internal memory or memory c

xviiiIntroductionSaving a Frame from a Movie as a Still Image... E22The Shooting Menu (A

E76Reference SectionTV SettingsAdjust settings for connection to a TV.C HDMI and HDMI-CECHDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a multimedia i

E77Reference SectionCharge by ComputerB Notes About Charging with a Computer• When connected to a computer, the camera automatically turns on and star

E78Reference SectionToggle Av/Tv SelectionSwitch the method for setting the flexible program, shutter speed or aperture value when shooting mode is se

E79Reference SectionBlink WarningSelect whether or not the camera detects human subjects that have blinked using face detection (A78) when shooting in

E80Reference SectionEye-Fi UploadB Notes About Eye-Fi Cards• Note that images will not be uploaded if signal strength is insufficient even if Enable i

E81Reference SectionPeakingReset AllWhen Reset is selected, the camera’s settings are restored to their default values.• Some settings, such as Time z

E82Reference SectionRefer to the table below if an error message is displayed.Error MessagesDisplay Cause/Solution ABattery temperature is elevated. T

E83Reference SectionImage cannot be saved.An error occurred while saving the image.Insert a new memory card or format the internal memory or memory ca

E84Reference SectionAll images are hidden.• There are no images available for a slide show, etc.• There are no images that can be displayed on the ima

E85Reference Section* See the documentation provided with your printer for further guidance and information.Printer error: check printer status.After

xixIntroductionTime Zone and Date ...

E86Reference SectionImages, movies, or voice memos are assigned file names as follows.B Notes• When images are shot with an Image quality (E23) setti

E87Reference SectionAvailability may vary with country or region.See our website or brochures for the latest information.Optional AccessoriesBattery c

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F1Caring for the Products...F2The Camera...

Technical Notes and IndexF2The CameraTo ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the precautions described below in addition to the w

Technical Notes and IndexF3B Turn the Product off Before Removing or Disconnecting the Power Source or the Memory CardDo not remove the battery while

Technical Notes and IndexF4• If the battery will not be used for some time, insert it in the camera and completely exhaust it before removing it for s

Technical Notes and IndexF5Memory Cards• Use only Secure Digital memory cards. See “Approved Memory Cards” (A21) for recommended memory cards.• Observ

Technical Notes and IndexF6CleaningDo not use volatile organic solvents such as alcohol or thinner, chemical detergents, anticorrosive agents, or anti

Technical Notes and IndexF7StorageTurn the camera off when not in use. Be sure that the power-on lamp is off before putting the camera away. Remove th

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Technical Notes and IndexF8If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nik

Technical Notes and IndexF9Camera turns off without warning.• The camera automatically turns off to save power (auto off function).• The camera or bat

Technical Notes and IndexF10Shooting IssuesDate not imprinted on images even when Print date is enabled.• The current shooting mode does not support P

Technical Notes and IndexF11No image captured when the shutter-release button is pressed.• When the camera is in playback mode, press the c button, sh

Technical Notes and IndexF12Digital zoom cannot be used.• A function that restricts digital zoom is enabled.• Digital zoom is set to Off in the setup

Technical Notes and IndexF13Unexpected results when flash set to V (auto with red-eye reduction).When taking images with V (auto with red-eye reductio

Technical Notes and IndexF14Playback IssuesProblem Cause/SolutionAFile cannot be played back.• This camera may not be able to play back images saved w

Technical Notes and IndexF15Wi-FiThe PictBridge screen is not displayed when the camera is connected to a printer.With some PictBridge-compatible prin

F16Technical Notes and IndexNikon COOLPIX P340 Digital CameraSpecificationsType Compact digital cameraNumber of effective pixels12.2 millionImage sens

F17Technical Notes and IndexImage size (pixels)ISO sensitivity (Standard output sensitivity)• ISO 80 to 3200• ISO 6400, Hi 1 (equivalent to ISO 12800)

1Parts of the Camera and Main FunctionsParts of the Camera and Main FunctionsThe Camera Body34211110568711214913Flash raisedLens cover closed1Eyelet f

F18Technical Notes and Index• Unless otherwise stated, all figures assume a fully-charged battery and an ambient temperature of 23 ±3°C (73.4 ±5.4°F)

F19Technical Notes and IndexRechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12Charging AC Adapter EH-71PB Specifications• Nikon will not be held liable for any error

F20Technical Notes and IndexAVC Patent Portfolio LicenseThis product is licensed under the AVC Patent Portfolio License for the personal and non-comme

F21Technical Notes and IndexTrademark Information• Microsoft, Windows and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Co

F22Technical Notes and IndexSymbolsC Aperture-priority auto mode... 46, 48k Apply selection

F23Technical Notes and IndexCharging AC adapter... 18, F19Choose key picture ... 84, E58Close-up k ...

F24Technical Notes and IndexFull-time AF... 67, 90, E44, E62Functions that cannot be used simultaneously...

F25Technical Notes and IndexOOptical zoom ... 29Optional accessories ... E87PPainting...

F26Technical Notes and IndexSingle AF... 67, 90, E44, E62Skin softening... 79, 83, E9Slide show ...

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2Parts of the Camera and Main Functions* Also referred to as the “multi selector“ in this manual.9121110 141326754815131 Monitor...

FX4A01(11)6MN35511-01No reproduction in any form of this manual, in whole or in part (except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews), may

3Parts of the Camera and Main FunctionsPrinciple Functions of the ControlsFor ShootingControl Main Function AMode dialChange the shooting mode. 26Zoom

4Parts of the Camera and Main FunctionsShutter-release buttonWhen pressed halfway (i.e., if you stop pressing when you feel resistance slightly): Set

5Parts of the Camera and Main FunctionsFor PlaybackControl Main Function Ac (playback) button•When the camera is turned off, press and hold this butto

6Parts of the Camera and Main Functionsd (menu) buttonDisplay and hide the menu. 8, 83l (delete) buttonDelete images. 33Shutter-release buttonReturn t

7Parts of the Camera and Main FunctionsAttaching the Camera Strap * Pass the strap through either the left or right strap eyelet and attach the strap.

iIntroductionParts of the Camera and Main FunctionsThe Basics of Shooting and PlaybackShooting FeaturesPlayback FeaturesRecording and Playing Back Mov

8Parts of the Camera and Main FunctionsUse the multi selector and k button to navigate the menus.1 Press the d button.• The menu that matches the stat

9Parts of the Camera and Main FunctionsSwitching Among Menu TabsTo display a different menu, such as the setup menu (A92), use the multi selector to s

10Parts of the Camera and Main FunctionsThe information that is displayed in the monitor during shooting and playback changes depending on the camera’

11Parts of the Camera and Main Functions1Shooting mode...26, 272Flash mode ...543Fo

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14Parts of the Camera and Main Functions1You can check for loss of contrast detail in highlights and shadows from the histogram that is displayed, or

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16The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackThe Basics of Shooting and Playback1 Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.2 Insert the battery.• Push

17The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackRemoving the BatteryTurn the camera off and make sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have turned off, and

iiIntroductionIntroductionThank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX P340 digital camera. Before using the camera, please read the information in “For

18The Basics of Shooting and Playback1 Prepare the included charging AC adapter.If a plug adapter* is included with your camera, attach the plug adapt

19The Basics of Shooting and Playback3 Disconnect the charging AC adapter from the electrical outlet and then disconnect the USB cable.B Notes About C

20The Basics of Shooting and Playback1 Turn off the camera and open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.2 Insert the memory card.• Slide the me

21The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackRemoving Memory CardsTurn the camera off and make sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have turned off, an

22The Basics of Shooting and Playback1 Press the power switch.• If you are turning the camera on for the first time, see “Setting the Display Language

23The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackC The Auto Off Function• The time that elapses before the camera enters standby mode is about 1 minute. The time

24The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackSetting the Display Language, Date, and TimeWhen the camera is turned on for the first time, the language-selecti

25The Basics of Shooting and Playback5 Set the date and time, and press the k button.• Select a field: Press JK (changes between D, M, Y, h, and m).•

26The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackRotate the mode dial to select a shooting mode.• A (auto) mode is used in this example. Rotate the mode dial to A

27The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackAvailable Shooting ModesA Auto mode(A35)Used for general shooting.y (Scene) mode(A36)Camera settings are optimize

iiiIntroductionAbout This ManualIf you want to start using the camera right away, see “The Basics of Shooting and Playback” (A16).To learn about the p

28The Basics of Shooting and Playback1 Hold the camera steady.• Keep fingers and other objects away from the lens, flash, AF-assist illuminator, micro

29The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackUsing the ZoomWhen you move the zoom control, the zoom lens position changes.• To zoom in closer to the subject:

30The Basics of Shooting and Playback1 Press the shutter-release button halfway.• When the subject is in focus, the focus area that includes the subje

31The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackThe Shutter-release ButtonB Notes About Saving Images and Recording MoviesThe indicator showing the number of exp

32The Basics of Shooting and Playback1 Press the c (playback) button.• If you press and hold down the c (playback) button while the camera is turned o

33The Basics of Shooting and Playback1 Press the l button to delete the image currently displayed in the monitor.2 Use the multi selector HI to select

34The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackOperating the Erase Selected Images Screen1 Use the multi selector J K to select an image to be deleted, and then

35Shooting FeaturesShooting FeaturesUsed for general shooting.• The camera detects the main subject and focuses on it. If a human face is detected, th

36Shooting FeaturesWhen a scene is selected, camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected scene.Press the d button to display the scen

37Shooting FeaturesTips and Notesx Scene auto selector• When you point the camera at the subject, the camera automatically selects the optimum scene m

ivIntroductionInformation and PrecautionsLife-Long LearningAs part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product support and education

38Shooting Featuresc Landscape• From the screen displayed after Landscape is selected, select Noise reduction burst or Single shot.• Noise reduction b

39Shooting Featurese Night portrait• From the screen displayed after Night portrait is selected, select Y Hand-held or Z Tripod.• One image is capture

40Shooting Featuresk Close-upFrom the screen displayed after k Close-up is selected, select Noise reduction burst or Single shot.•Noise reduction burs

41Shooting FeaturesB Notes About HDR• Use of a tripod is recommended. Set Vibration reduction (A92) in the setup menu to Off when using a tripod to st

42Shooting FeaturesB Notes About Printing Panorama ImagesThe entire image may not be able to be printed depending on the printer’s settings. Additiona

43Shooting FeaturesB Pet Portrait Auto Release• Press the multi selector J (n) to change the Pet portrait auto release settings.- Y: The camera automa

44Shooting FeaturesEffects can be applied to images during shooting.Press the d button to display the special effects menu and select an effect using

45Shooting Features* Some effects cannot be selected depending on the setting of Movie options (A90).Functions Available in Special Effects Mode• Flas

46Shooting FeaturesImages can be shot with greater control by setting the shooting menu (A66) items in addition to setting the shutter speed or apertu

47Shooting FeaturesExposureThe procedure for shooting images at the desired brightness (exposure) by adjusting the shutter speed or aperture value is

vIntroductionAbout the Manuals• No part of the manuals included with this product may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval s

48Shooting FeaturesA (Programmed auto)Use for automatic control of the exposure by the camera.•Different combinations of shutter speed and aperture va

49Shooting FeaturesB Notes About Shooting• When zooming is performed after the exposure is set, exposure combinations or aperture value may be changed

50Shooting FeaturesThe Control Range of the Shutter SpeedThe control range of the shutter speed differs depending on the aperture value or the ISO sen

51Shooting FeaturesSetting combinations that are frequently used for shooting (User settings) can be saved in i. Shooting is possible in A (programmed

52Shooting FeaturesSaving Settings in i Mode (Save User Settings)The frequently used settings for shooting can be changed and saved in i.1 Rotate the

53Shooting FeaturesThe functions that are available vary with the shooting mode, as shown below.1Availability depends on the setting. See “Default Set

54Shooting FeaturesUsing the FlashYou can shoot images with a flash by raising the built-in flash. You can set the flash mode to match the shooting co

55Shooting FeaturesB The Flash LampThe status of the flash can be confirmed by pressing the shutter-release button halfway.• On: The flash fires when

56Shooting FeaturesC The Flash Mode Setting• The available flash modes differ depending on the shooting mode.* Availability depends on the setting. Se

57Shooting FeaturesUsing the Self-timerThe camera is equipped with a self-timer that releases the shutter about 10 seconds or 2 seconds after you pres

viIntroductionDisposing of Data Storage DevicesPlease note that deleting images or formatting data storage devices such as memory cards or built-in ca

58Shooting FeaturesShooting Smiling Faces Automatically (Smile Timer)When the camera detects a smiling face, you can take an image automatically witho

59Shooting FeaturesUsing Focus ModeSet the focus mode according to the distance to the subject.1 Press the multi selector I (D).2 Select the desired f

60Shooting FeaturesAvailable Focus ModesB Notes About Shooting with the FlashThe flash may be unable to light the entire subject at distances of less

61Shooting FeaturesTaking Images with Manual FocusAvailable when the shooting mode is A, B, C, D or i, special effects mode or Sports scene mode.1 Pre

62Shooting FeaturesC E (Manual Focus)• The digits displayed for the gauge on the right of the monitor in step 2 serve as a guideline for the distance

63Shooting FeaturesAdjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation)You can adjust overall image brightness.1 Press the multi selector K (o).2 Select a com

64Shooting FeaturesDefault SettingsThe default settings for each shooting mode are described below.Shooting modeFlash mode(A54)Self-timer(A57)Focus mo

65Shooting Features1Smile timer can also be selected.2E (manual focus) cannot be selected.3The flash is fixed at W (off) when High ISO monochrome is s

66Shooting FeaturesThe settings listed below can be changed by pressing the d button during shooting.Common OptionsFor A, B, C, D, i modesFunctions Th

67Shooting FeaturesMeteringAllows you to set the method that the camera uses to measure the brightness of the subject.• Default setting: MatrixE34Cont

viiIntroductionTo prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety bef

68Shooting FeaturesMultiple exposureAllows you to combine two to three images and save them as a single image.• Default setting:- Multiple exposure mo

69Shooting FeaturesThe following functions can be also set or adjusted by rotating the control ring. The functions that can be changed vary depending

70Shooting FeaturesUsing the Control Ring in A (Auto), A, B, C, D, i Modes1 Rotate the control ring when the shooting screen is displayed.• The Standa

71Shooting FeaturesThe following functions can be also set by pressing the w (function) button instead of displaying the corresponding menu by pressin

72Shooting FeaturesSome functions cannot be used with other menu settings.Functions That Cannot Be Used SimultaneouslyRestricted functionSetting Descr

73Shooting FeaturesImage sizeImage quality (A66)• When Image quality is set to RAW (NRW), Image size is fixed at F 4000×3000.• When RAW (NRW) + Fine o

74Shooting FeaturesContinuous/Exposure bracketingContinuous (A67)/Exposure bracketing (A67)Continuous and Exposure bracketing are not available simult

75Shooting FeaturesAF area modeSmile timer (A58)The camera captures images using face detection regardless of the applied AF area mode option.Focus mo

76Shooting FeaturesB Notes About Digital Zoom• Depending on the shooting mode or the current settings, digital zoom may not be available (E73).• When

77Shooting FeaturesThe focus area varies depending on the shooting mode.Using the Target Finding AFIn A (auto) mode, or when AF area mode (A67) in A,