EnThe Nikon Guide to Digital Photographywith theDIGITAL CAMERA
viii Before Taking Important PicturesBefore taking pictures on important occasions (such as at weddings or before taking the camera on a trip), take a
90The Playback MenuMenu Guide Creating Index Prints for All PicturesINSTANT INDEXINSTANT INDEXSelect imagesSelect all1Highlight Select all.INSTANT I
91The Setup MenuMenu GuideThe Setup MenuThe setup menu contains the following options:Option DescriptionWelcome screen Select a start-up screen. 92Dat
92The Setup MenuMenu Guide Welcome ScreenReset all ( 99) resets Welcome screen to Animation. The image last selected for Select an image will be res
93The Setup MenuMenu Guide DateThis option is used to set the camera clock and to choose home and travel destination time zones.DateDate is used to se
94The Setup MenuMenu GuideGMT –11 Midway, SamoaLocationGMT –10 Hawaii, TahitiGMT –9 Alaska, AnchorageGMT –8 PST (PDT): Los Angeles, Seattle, Vanco
95The Setup MenuMenu Guide Image ModeData imprinted at an Image mode setting of TV screen (640) may be diffi cult to read. Choose a setting of PC scre
96The Setup MenuMenu GuideStart-up DisplayStart-up display controls whether the monitor or the electronic viewfi nder lights when the camera is turned
97The Setup MenuMenu GuideSOUND SETTINGSSOUND SETTINGS1/21/2Button soundShutter soundStart-up sound Sound SettingsThe options in this menu control the
98The Setup MenuMenu Guide Auto OffThe time the camera remains active when no opera-tions are performed can be chosen from 30 seconds, 1 minute (the d
99The Setup MenuMenu Guide Reset AllSelect this option to restore the settings listed below to their original state.OptionNo Exit menu, leaving sett
1IntroductionThank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX 4800 digital camera. This manual has been written to help you enjoy taking pictures with
100The Setup MenuMenu GuideDefault Setting DefaultAuto off 1 mMonitor optionsStart-up displayMonitor OnReview options Review OnBrightness 3Sound setti
101Technical NotesTechnical NotesOptional AccessoriesAt the time of writing, the following optional accessories were available for your Nikon digital
102Technical NotesCaring for Your CameraTo ensure continued enjoyment of your Nikon product, observe the following precautions when storing or using t
103Technical NotesCleaning Lens/ Viewfi nderOne key to preserving the condition of these glass parts is to not touch them with your fi ngers. Remove du
104Technical NotesStorageTurn the camera off when not in use and check that the power-on lamp is off before putting the camera away. To prevent mold
105Technical Notes The following table lists the error messages and other warnings that appear in the monitor and how to deal with them.Display Proble
106Technical NotesDisplay Problem SolutionOUT OF MEMORY (or )Camera in shooting mode: Insuffi cient memory to re-cord pictures at current settings.• C
107Technical NotesDisplay Problem SolutionCOMMUNICATIONSERROR• PictureProject is not run-ning.• USB cable disconnected or memory card removed while pi
108Technical NotesIf your camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common prob-lems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon repr
109Technical NotesProblem SolutionNo picture is taken when shutter-release button is pressed• Camera is in playback mode.• Batteries are exhausted.• F
Introduction2USB (digital I/O)( 55, 61)/Audio / video (A/V) out ( 52) connectorInterface con-nector cover ( 52, 55, 61)Parts of the CameraMicrophone
110Technical NotesProblem SolutionColors are unnatural • White balance does not match light source. 67Bright specks in picture• Flash is refl ecting fr
111Technical NotesSpecifi cationsType E4800 digital cameraEffective pixels 4.0 millionCCD12.5˝ high-density CCD; total pixels: 4.24 millionImage size (
112Technical Notes Design Rule for Camera File System (DCF)Your camera conforms to the Design Rule for Camera File System (DCF), a standard widely u
113Technical NotesSymbols (auto) mode, 7, 15, 64 (delete) button, 21, 48, 51 (internal memory) indica-tor, 15 (landscape assist) mode, 28 (memory card
114Technical NotesOOn/off, see Power switchPPAL, see Video modePanorama assist, 36Party/Indoor, 33PictBridge, 57, 60–63PictureProject, 53PLAYBACK MENU
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Introduction3 Monitor ( 4, 6)Tripod socket Zoom buttons ( 17, 48, 49) (monitor) button ( 6)Electronic viewfi nder( 4, 6) (delete) button( 19, 21
Introduction4Monitor / Electronic Viewfi nderShootingThe following indicators appear in the monitor and electronic viewfi nder dur-ing shooting.1.01.01
Introduction5 1 Current folder ... 23 2 File number and type ... 23 3 Internal memory / memory card indicator ..
Introduction6The electronic viewfi nder can be used to frame pictures when bright ambient lighting conditions make it diffi cult to see the display in t
Introduction7To select a mode, align the mode icon with the “ ” mark next to the mode dial.The Mode DialThe multi selector is used to navigate thro
8First StepsFirst StepsInserting BatteriesYour camera uses either of the following batteries:Battery DescriptionSix-volt 2CR5 (DL245) lithium batterie
9First Steps Replacing BatteriesTurn the camera off before removing or inserting batteries. Do not open the battery-chamber cover while the power-on
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10First StepsInserting Memory Cards1 Confi rm that the camera is offThe power-on lamp should be off.2 Open the memory card slot coverPictures are store
11First StepsWhen card is locked, pictures can be played back but can not be recorded, deleted, or edited. Locking card also prevents pictures from b
12First StepsTurning the Camera OnPress the power switch until the power-on lamp lights. The fi rst time the camera is turned on, the language-se-lect
13First StepsBasic Setup3Highlight Yes. *DATEDATESet time and date?Set time and date?NoYes2DATEDATESet time and date?Set time and date?NoYesConfi rmat
14First Steps The Clock BatteryWhen the main battery is installed or an AC adapter is connected, the clock battery will charge in about 10 hours. Whe
15Basic PhotographyBasic PhotographyThis section describes how to take pictures in (auto) mode, an automatic, “point-and-shoot” mode recommended for
16Basic Photography1 Ready the cameraHold the camera steadily in both hands. Photo-graphs can be framed in the monitor A or the electronic viewfi nde
17Basic PhotographyZoomThe camera offers two types of zoom: optical zoom, in which the camera’s telescoping lens can be used to magnify the subject up
18Basic PhotographyStep 3 — Focus and Shoot1 FocusPress the shutter-release button halfway to set focus and exposure. At default settings, the came
19Basic Photography During RecordingWhile pictures are being recorded, the internal memory / memory card indicator ( or ) will blink. The camera ca
iFor Your SafetyTo prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety b
20Basic PhotographyAF / AE LockFocus and exposure are locked when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, and remain locked while the shutter-r
21Basic PhotographyStep 4 — View the Results1 Press the buttonA picture will be displayed in the monitor.1/ 100010001100100N I KON1010080800002
22Basic Photography More About PlaybackFor more information on playback, see “More on Playback” ( 48).Quick Playback ZoomFor an enlarged (× 3) view o
23Basic Photography Image File and Folder NamesOn the memory card, pictures are identifi ed by fi le names with three parts: a four letter identifi er, a
24Scene ModeScene ModeAssist and Scene ModesThe COOLPIX 4800 offers a choice of eleven “scene” and four “assist” modes. In these modes, camera settin
25Scene ModeFraming AssistThe four assist modes offer a selection of framing assist options that allow you to compose pictures with the help of framin
26Scene Mode Portrait Assist (portrait assist) mode is used to frame portraits in which the main subject stands out clearly while back-ground detail
27Scene ModeIn addition to the options on the preceding page, the portrait-mode framing assist menu contains Sensitivity and Image mode options.Sensit
28Scene Mode Landscape Assist (landscape assist) mode is used for vivid landscape shots that enhance outlines, colors, and contrast. A framing assis
29Scene ModeIn addition to the options on the preceding page, the landscape-mode fram-ing assist menu contains Exposure BSS and Image mode options.Exp
ii• Do not immerse in or expose to water.• Replace the terminal cover when trans-porting the battery. Do not transport or store with metal objects su
30Scene Mode Sports Assist (sports assist) mode is used for dynamic action shots that capture moving objects. The options in the assist menu can be u
31Scene Mode Night Portrait Assist (night portrait assist) mode is used for taking portrait shots at night, when it provides a natural balance be-twee
32Scene Mode Scene Mode (scene) mode offers a menu of eleven “scenes,” each corresponding to a common situation, such as a backlit subject, sunset, or
33Scene ModeOff †✭Off*Off †—OffAuto *Off †✭Off * Camera Shake ( )At slow shutter speeds, a icon appears in the monitor to warn that pictures may be
34Scene ModeOff †✭Off * MuseumUse indoors where fl ash photography is prohibited (for ex-ample, in museums and art galleries) or in other settings in w
35Scene ModeOff †—OffOff †—Off * * Noise Reduction“ Noise” in the form of randomly-spaced, brightly-colored pixels tends to appear in pic-tures taken
36Scene ModeOff †—Off * *3Select how pictures will be joined to-gether in completed panorama. This is the direction in which to pan the camera after
37Scene Mode5Take fi rst picture. About one third of picture is shown superimposed on view through lens (if pan direction is left to right, picture wi
38More on PhotographyMore on PhotographyThe following fl ash modes are available: Using the Flash: Flash ModeMode How it worksAnytime Flash( fi ll fl a
39More on Photography14 Don’t Block the Flash WindowWhen using the fl ash, be sure that your fi ngers or other objects do not obstruct the fl ash window.
iiiE4800Notice for customers in the U.S.A.Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference StatementThis equipment has been tested
40More on Photography Taking a Self-Portrait: Self-Timer Mode2Highlight ON.1414The camera is equipped with a ten-second timer for portraits or to a
41More on Photography Easy Close-ups: Macro Close-up Mode11414Display macro close-up menu.2Highlight ON.14143Exit menu (to exit without changing
42More on Photography Controlling Exposure: Exposure Compensation Cancelling Exposure CompensationTo cancel exposure compensation, choose a value of
43MoviesMovies Choosing a Movie ModeThe camera can record the following types of movie. All movies are recorded in color at a frame rate of 15 fram
44Movies7Return to shooting mode. Selected movie mode indicated by icon in dis-play.24s6Smaller size 160Small size 320TV movie 640MOVIE OPTIONSMOVIE
45Movies5Return to shooting mode.49sMOVIEMOVIEMovie optionsAuto-focus mode1Highlight Auto-focus mode.AUTO-FOCUS MODEAUTO-FOCUS MODESingle AFContinuous
46MoviesRecording Movies1 Rotate the mode dial to and turn the cam-era onThe exposure count display shows the maximum total length of the movie that
47MoviesIn full-frame playback ( 48), movies are indicated by a icon and can be viewed by pressing the center of the multi selector. Playback cont
48More on PlaybackMore on PlaybackTo view pictures, press the button (if the camera is off, pressing the button for about a second will turn the
49More on PlaybackTaking a Closer Look: Playback ZoomUse the (T) button to zoom in on images displayed in full-frame playback ( 48).4.0Scroll Zoom
ivNotice for customers in CanadaCAUTIONThis class B digital apparatus meets all re-quirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulatio
50More on Playback* To exit without creating copy, highlight No and press center of multi selector.Cropping PicturesWhen a picture is zoomed in, the p
51More on PlaybackVoice Memos: Recording and PlaybackA voice memo can be recorded and appended to any picture marked with a (voice memo recording g
52More on Playback Viewing Pictures on TVThe EG-CP14 audio / video (A / V) cable included with the camera can be used to connect the camera to a
53More on PlaybackUsing the UC-E6 USB cable and PictureProject software provided with your camera, you can view your photographs and movies on a compu
54More on PlaybackChoosing a USB OptionUSBUSBPTPMass storage3Display USB menu.USBUSBPTPMass storage4Highlight PTP or Mass Storage.SET-UPSET-UP1/41/4We
55More on PlaybackUC-E6 USB cableConnecting the USB CableTurn the computer on and wait for it to start up. After confi rming that the camera is off,
56More on PlaybackMacintoshDrag the untitled camera volume (“NO NAME” or “NO_NAME”) into the Trash.Disconnecting the CameraIf PTP is selected in the U
57More on PlaybackPrinting PicturesTo print pictures:• select pictures for printing using Print set ( 58) and take the memory card to a digital prin
58More on PlaybackPrint SetThe Print set option in the playback menu is used to create digital “print or-ders” for devices that support DPOF ( 57).
59More on Playback Print SetIf the menu shown in Step 8 is displayed after a print order is created, the Date and Info options will be reset. “Date”If
vTable of ContentsFor Your Safety... iNotices...
60More on Playback PictBridgePictBridge is an industry standard for direct printing that ensures compatibility when different devices are connected.Pr
61More on PlaybackStep 2 — Connect the USB CableAfter confi rming that the camera is off, connect the UC-E6 USB cable as shown below.UC-E6 USB cableCa
62More on Playback11PRINT SELECTIONPRINT SELECTION08 . 01.200412 : 1043/Back Set6Select current picture and set num-ber of prints to 1. Selected pict
63More on PlaybackTo print the current print order:Printer ready?Printer ready?printsprintsCancelStart printConfirm006DPOF PRINTINGDPOF PRINTING3Highl
64The Shooting MenuMenu GuideMenu GuideThe Shooting Menu2Display options.SHOOTING MENUSHOOTING MENU1/31/3Image modeWhite balanceContinuous1Highlight
65The Shooting MenuMenu Guide Assist and Scene ModesThe image mode menu is also available in assist and scene modes ( 27, 29, 33).Print size (cm)†Siz
66The Shooting MenuMenu Guide Image SizeSmaller images create smaller fi les suited to transmission by e-mail or use in web pages. When printed at la
67The Shooting MenuMenu Guide White BalanceThe color of the light refl ected from an object varies with the color of the light source. The human br
68The Shooting MenuMenu Guide Preset White BalancePreset white balance can not be measured with the fl ash. White BalanceAt settings other than (Auto
69The Shooting MenuMenu Guide ContinuousUse the options in this menu to capture a fl eeting expression on a portrait subject, photograph a subject t
viMovies 43Choosing a Movie Mode... 43Recording Movies...
70The Shooting MenuMenu Guide Best Shot Selector (BSS)The options in the “best-shot selector” (BSS) menu are recommended for situations in which inad
71The Shooting MenuMenu Guide Restrictions on BSS ( 70)BSS can not be used with the self timer ( 40) or at Continuous settings other than Single (
72The Shooting MenuMenu Guide Image AdjustmentThe options in the image adjustment menu control contrast.More contrastNormalAutoIMAGE ADJUSTMENTIMAGE A
73The Shooting MenuMenu Guide Image SharpeningThis option controls how the camera processes pictures to emphasize the borders between light and dark
74The Shooting MenuMenu Guide AF Area ModeAF area mode determines how the focus area is se-lected.OffManualAutoAF AREA MODEAF AREA MODEOption Auto
75The Shooting MenuMenu Guide Color OptionsThis option is used to heighten the vividness of colors or to record pictures in monochrome. The effects o
76The Playback MenuMenu GuideThe Playback MenuThe playback menu contains the following options:To exit the menu and return to playback mode, press the
77The Playback MenuMenu Guide Slide ShowThis option is used to play pictures back in an auto-mated “slide show” with about three seconds between ea
78The Playback MenuMenu Guide1111SELECT IMAGESELECT IMAGE(S)ONOFF08 . 01.200412 : 0542/Back Set5Press to rotate picture 90 ° left (→ appears on pict
79The Playback MenuMenu GuideThe following operations can be performed during the show: Auto OffThe camera will enter standby mode if no operations ar
viiThe Setup Menu... 91Welcome Screen...
80The Playback MenuMenu Guide DeleteThe delete menu contains the following options:DELETEDELETEErase selected imagesErase all imagesOption Erase al
81The Playback MenuMenu Guide Before DeletionOnce deleted, pictures can not be recovered. If desired, transfer pictures to a com-puter before deletio
82The Playback MenuMenu Guide ProtectThis option is used to protect pictures from accidental deletion. Protected fi les can not be deleted by press
83The Playback MenuMenu Guide Auto TransferThis option is used to mark pictures for transfer to a computer. Pictures tagged using this option can
84The Playback MenuMenu Guide Marking Selected Pictures for TransferDone6Complete operation.5Repeat steps 3–4 to select ad-ditional pictures. To dese
85The Playback MenuMenu GuideSMALL PICSMALL PIC Small PictureTo create a small copy of a picture, select Small pic. after displaying the image in ful
86The Playback MenuMenu Guide CopyTo copy pictures from internal memory to a memory card or from a memory card to internal memory, insert a memory ca
87The Playback MenuMenu Guide7Repeat steps 5–6 to select additional pictures. To deselect picture, select and press multi selector down. To exit wit
88The Playback MenuMenu Guide Sort by DateTo sort pictures into separate folders by date, select Sort by date in the playback menu. The confi rmation
89The Playback MenuMenu Guide Instant IndexThis option creates “index prints” that show sixteen pictures arranged in four rows to form a single image.
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