Nikon COOLPIX L30 Spécifications

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

E48Reference SectionB Notes About Multi-shot 16Smear (F3) visible in the monitor when shooting with Multi-shot 16 enabled is saved with images. Avoidi

E49Reference Section• See “Image Mode Settings (Image Size and Quality)” (E43) for information about Image mode.Skin SofteningThe result of skin softe

E50Reference SectionBlink ProofEnter smart portrait mode M d button M Blink proof M k buttonOption Descriptiony OnThe camera automatically releases th

E51Reference Section• See “Editing Still Images” (E25) for information about image editing functions.Print Order (Creating a DPOF Print Order)If you c

E52Reference Section2 Select images (up to 99) and the number of copies (up to nine) of each.• Use the multi selector JK to select images, and use HI

E53Reference SectionSlide ShowPlay back images one by one in an automated “slide show.” When movie files are played back in the slide show, only the f

E54Reference SectionProtectThe camera protects selected images from accidental deletion.Select images to protect or cancel protection for previously p

E55Reference SectionThe Image Selection ScreenWhen an image selection screen such as the one shown on the right is displayed while operating the camer

E56Reference SectionRotate ImageSpecify the orientation in which saved images are displayed during playback. Still images can be rotated 90 degrees cl

E57Reference SectionCopy (Copy Between Internal Memory and Memory Card)Copy images between the internal memory and a memory card.1 Use the multi selec

ixIntroductionKeep out of reach of childrenParticular care should be taken to prevent infants from putting the batteries or other small parts into the

E58Reference SectionMovie OptionsSelect the desired movie option to record.• Memory cards (Class 6 or higher) are recommended for recording movies (F1

E59Reference SectionAutofocus ModeSet how the camera focuses in movie mode.Enter shooting mode M d button M D menu icon M Autofocus mode M k buttonOpt

E60Reference SectionWelcome ScreenConfigure the welcome screen that is displayed when you turn on the camera.The Setup Menud button M z menu icon M We

E61Reference SectionTime Zone and DateSet the camera clock.Setting the Time Zone1 Use the multi selector HI to select Time zone and press the k button

E62Reference Section2 Select w Home time zone or x Travel destination and press the k button.• The date and time displayed in the monitor changes depe

E63Reference SectionMonitor SettingsPhoto Infod button M z menu icon M Monitor settings M k buttonOption DescriptionPhoto info Set whether or not to d

E64Reference SectionFraming grid+auto infoIn addition to information shown with Auto info, a framing grid is displayed to help frame images. The frami

E65Reference SectionPrint Date (Imprinting Date and Time)The shooting date and time can be imprinted on the images when shooting, allowing the informa

E66Reference SectionElectronic VRSelect the electronic VR (vibration reduction) setting used when shooting still images.When Auto is selected, electro

E67Reference SectionB Notes About Electronic VR• Electronic VR is disabled while the flash is used, except when using slow sync mode. Note that Electr

xIntroduction• Do not immerse in or expose to water.• Do not transport or store with metal objects such as necklaces or hairpins.• Batteries are prone

E68Reference SectionMotion DetectionEnable motion detection to reduce the effects of subject movement and camera shake when shooting still images.B No

E69Reference SectionAF AssistEnable or disable the AF-assist illuminator which assists autofocus operation.Sound Settingsd button M z menu icon M AF a

E70Reference SectionAuto OffSet the amount of time that elapses before the camera enters standby mode (A 11).C Notes About Auto OffThe time that passe

E71Reference SectionFormat Memory/Format CardUse this option to format the internal memory or a memory card.Formatting the internal memory or memory c

E72Reference SectionBlink WarningSelect whether or not the camera detects human subjects that have blinked using face detection (E20) when shooting in

E73Reference SectionEye-Fi UploadSelect whether or not the camera’s Eye-Fi card (available from third-party manufacturers) sends images to your comput

E74Reference SectionReset AllWhen Reset is selected, the camera’s settings are restored to their default values.• Some settings, such as Time zone and

E75Reference SectionFirmware VersionView the current camera firmware version.d button M z menu icon M Firmware version M k button

E76Reference SectionRefer to the table below if an error message is displayed.Error MessagesDisplay Cause/SolutionAMemory card is write protected.The

E77Reference SectionImage cannot be saved.An error occurred while saving the image.Insert a new memory card or format the internal memory or memory ca

xiIntroductionUse appropriate cablesWhen connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for the purpos

E78Reference Section* See the documentation provided with your printer for further guidance and information.Lens errorA lens error occurred.Turn the c

E79Reference SectionImages or movies are assigned file names as follows.File NamesDSCN0001.JPGIdentifier(not shown on camera monitor)Original still im

E80Reference Section* To charge EN-MH2 batteries, use only Battery Charger MH-72 or MH-73. Do not use these battery chargers to charge any other type

F1Caring for the Product...F2The Camera...

F2Technical Notes and IndexThe CameraTo ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the precautions described below in addition to the w

F3Technical Notes and IndexB Do Not Point the Lens at Strong Light Sources for Extended PeriodsAvoid pointing the lens at the sun or other strong ligh

F4Technical Notes and IndexBatteriesBe sure to read and follow the warnings in “For Your Safety” (A viii-xi) before use.B Notes About Using Batteries•

F5Technical Notes and IndexB Notes About Rechargeable Ni-MH Batteries• If you repeatedly charge rechargeable Ni-MH batteries while they still have som

F6Technical Notes and IndexMemory Cards• Use only Secure Digital memory cards. See “Approved Memory Cards” (F19) for recommended memory cards.• Observ

F7Technical Notes and IndexCleaningDo not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals.StorageTurn the camera off when not in use. Be sure that t

xiiIntroductionNotice for Customers in the U.S.A.Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference StatementThis equipment has been

F8Technical Notes and IndexIf the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nik

F9Technical Notes and IndexMonitor is hard to read.• Select Monitor settings > Brightness in the setup menu and adjust the monitor brightness.• The

F10Technical Notes and IndexShooting IssuesProblem Cause/Solution ACannot switch to shooting mode.Disconnect the USB cable.26, 29,E32No image captured

F11Technical Notes and IndexBright specks appear in images captured with flash.The flash is reflecting off particles in the air. Set the flash mode se

F12Technical Notes and IndexRandomly spaced bright pixels (“noise”) appear in image.The subject is dark, and the shutter speed is too slow or ISO sens

F13Technical Notes and IndexPlayback IssuesProblem Cause/Solution AFile cannot be played back.• This camera may not be able to play back images saved

F14Technical Notes and IndexImages to be printed are not displayed.• The memory card contains no images. Replace the memory card.• Remove the memory c

F15Technical Notes and IndexNikon COOLPIX L30 Digital CameraSpecificationsTypeCompact digital cameraNumber of effective pixels20.1 millionImage sensor

F16Technical Notes and IndexStorageMediaInternal memory (approx. 25 MB), SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cardFile systemDCF, Exif 2.3, and DPOF compliantFile form

F17Technical Notes and Index• Unless otherwise stated, all figures assume fresh LR6/L40 (AA-size) alkaline batteries and an ambient temperature of 23

xiiiIntroductionInterface CablesUse the interface cables sold or provided by Nikon for your equipment. Using other interface cables may exceed the lim

F18Technical Notes and Index1Battery life may vary depending on conditions of use, such as the interval between shots or the length of time that menus

F19Technical Notes and IndexApproved Memory CardsThe following Secure Digital (SD) memory cards have been tested and approved for use in this camera.•

F20Technical Notes and IndexTrademark Information• Microsoft, Windows and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Co

F21Technical Notes and IndexSymbolsg Telephoto... 14f Wide-angle...

F22Technical Notes and IndexClose-up k... E4, E5Color options... E48Comp

F23Technical Notes and IndexLens... 1, F15Lens cover...

F24Technical Notes and IndexRotate image ... E56SScene mode ... 20,

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xivIntroductionThis symbol on the batteries indicates that the batteries are to be collected separately.The following apply only to users in European

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xvIntroductionIntroduction ... iiRead This First ...

xviIntroductionReference Section ... E1G (Easy Auto) Mode ... E3Scene Mode (Shooting Sui

xviiIntroductionThe Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)... E43Image Mode Settings (Image Size and Quality)...

xviiiIntroductionTechnical Notes and Index... F1Caring for the Product ... F2The Camera...

1Parts of the CameraParts of the CameraThe Camera Body1234 5678910Lens cover closed1 Shutter-release button... 132Zoo

2Parts of the Camera13456789101121412131 Monitor ...32 Speaker ...

3Parts of the CameraThe information that is displayed changes depending on the camera’s settings and state of use.By default, information is displayed

4Parts of the Camera1 Shooting mode... 202 Macro mode ...19, E

5Parts of the CameraPlayback Mode1 m 0s1m 0s9 9 9 / 9 9 9999/ 9991 m 0s1m 0s9 9 9 9/ 9 9 9 99999/99999 9 9 9. J P G9999.JPG9 9 9 / 9 9 9999

6Preparing for ShootingPreparing for Shooting1 Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.• Hold the camera upside down to prevent the batteries

7Preparing for ShootingB Notes About the Batteries• Do not combine old and new batteries or batteries of different makes or types.• Batteries with the

8Preparing for ShootingWhen the camera is turned on for the first time, the language-selection screen and the date and time setting screen for the cam

9Preparing for Shooting4 Use JK to select your home time zone and press the k button.• Press H to turn on daylight saving time (W is displayed above t

iIntroductionParts of the CameraPreparing for ShootingUsing the CameraShooting FeaturesUsing the MenusConnecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Prin

10Preparing for Shooting9 Use HI to select Easy auto mode and press the k button.• The camera enters the shooting mode and you can take images in Easy

11Preparing for ShootingC The Auto Off Function• If you do not operate the camera for about 30 seconds, the monitor turns off, the camera enters stand

12Using the CameraUsing the Camera1 Hold the camera steady.• Keep fingers and other objects away from the lens, flash, AF-assist illuminator, micropho

13Using the Camera3 Press the shutter-release button halfway (A 14).• When the subject is in focus, the focus area glows green.• Multiple focus areas

14Using the CameraUsing the ZoomWhen you move the zoom control, the zoom lens position changes.• To zoom in closer to the subject: Move toward g (tele

15Using the CameraB Notes About Easy Auto Mode• Depending upon shooting conditions, the camera may not select the desired scene mode. In this case, se

16Using the Camera1 Press the c (playback) button to enter playback mode.• If you press and hold down the c (playback) button while the camera is turn

17Using the Camera1 Press the l (delete) button to delete the image currently displayed in the monitor.2 Use the multi selector HI to select Current i

18Using the CameraOperating the Erase Selected Images Screen1 Use the multi selector JK to select an image to be deleted, and then use H to display c.

19Using the CameraYou can use the multi selector to set frequently used functions such as the flash and self-timer.You can set the following functions

iiIntroductionIntroductionThank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX L30 digital camera. Before using the camera, please read the information in “For

20Shooting FeaturesShooting FeaturesThe following shooting modes are available.• G Easy auto mode (E3)The camera automatically selects the optimum sce

21Shooting Features2 Use the multi selector HI to select a shooting mode and press the k button.Easy auto mode

22Shooting Features1 Display the shooting screen.• Check the remaining amount of movie recording time.2 Press the b (e movie-record) button to start m

23Shooting Features4 Select a movie in full-frame playback mode and press the k button.• Movies are indicated by the movie options icon.• See “Recordi

24Using the MenusUsing the MenusUse the multi selector and k button to navigate the menus.The following menus are available.• A Shooting menu (E42)Ava

25Using the Menus• Certain menu options cannot be set depending on the current shooting mode or the state of the camera.• When a menu is displayed, yo

26Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or PrinterConnecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or PrinterYou can enhance your enjoyment of images and m

27Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or PrinterViewing images on a TV E31Images and movies captured with the camera can be viewed on a TV.Connec

28Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or PrinterInstall ViewNX 2 to upload, view, edit, and share photos and movies.Installing ViewNX 2An Interne

29Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or PrinterTransferring Images to the Computer1 Choose how images will be copied to the computer.Choose one

iiiIntroductionAttaching the Camera StrapAbout This ManualIf you want to start using the camera right away, see “Preparing for Shooting” (A 6) and “Us

30Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or PrinterIf a message is displayed prompting you to choose a program, select Nikon Transfer 2.• When using

31Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer3 Terminate the connection.• If you are using a card reader or card slot, choose the appropriate

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E1The Reference Section provides detailed information and hints about using the camera.ShootingG (Easy Auto) Mode ...

E2MoviesRecording Movies...E38Playing Back Movies ...

E3Reference SectionThe camera automatically selects the optimum scene mode when you frame an image, making it even easier to take images using setting

E4Reference SectionWhen a scene is selected, camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected scene.* The icon of the last scene selected

E5Reference SectionTips and Notesd Sports• While the shutter-release button is held all the way down, the camera shoots up to about 6 images continuou

E6Reference Sectionl Museum• The camera captures a series of up to ten images while the shutter-release button is held all the way down, and the sharp

E7Reference SectionB Pet Portrait Auto Release• Press the multi selector J (n) to change the Pet portrait auto release settings.- Y: The shutter is au

ivIntroductionOther Information• Symbols and ConventionsTo make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and conventions are

E8Reference SectionWhen the camera detects a smiling face, you can take an image automatically without pressing the shutter-release button (smile time

E9Reference SectionFunctions Available in Smart Portrait Mode• Flash mode (E11)• Self-timer (E14)• Exposure compensation (E16)• Smart portrait menu (E

E10Reference SectionUsed for general shooting. Settings can be adjusted to suit the shooting conditions and the type of shot you want to capture.• The

E11Reference SectionThe functions that are available vary with the shooting mode (E17).Using the FlashWhen using A (auto) mode and other shooting mode

E12Reference SectionAvailable Flash ModesUAutoThe flash fires when necessary, such as in dim lighting.• The flash mode icon on the shooting screen is

E13Reference SectionC The Flash LampThe status of the flash can be confirmed by pressing the shutter-release button halfway.• On: The flash fires when

E14Reference SectionUsing the Self-timerThe camera is equipped with a self-timer that releases the shutter about ten seconds after you press the shutt

E15Reference SectionUsing Macro ModeUse macro mode when taking close-up images.1 Press the multi selector I (p).2 Select ON and press the k button.• I

E16Reference SectionAdjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation)You can adjust overall image brightness.1 Press the multi selector K (o).2 Select a co

E17Reference SectionDefault SettingsDefault settings for each shooting mode are described below.Flash(E11)Self-timer(E14)Macro(E15)Exposure compensati

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

E18Reference Section1The camera automatically selects the flash mode appropriate for the scene it has selected. W (off) can be selected manually.2The

E19Reference SectionSome functions cannot be used with other menu options.Functions That Cannot Be Used SimultaneouslyRestricted function Option Descr

E20Reference SectionThe focus area varies depending on the shooting mode.Using Face DetectionIn the following shooting modes, the camera uses face det

E21Reference SectionUsing Skin SofteningWhen the shutter is released while using one of the shooting modes listed below, the camera detects human face

E22Reference SectionFocus LockFocus lock shooting is recommended when the camera does not activate the focus area that contains the desired subject.1

E23Reference SectionMoving the zoom control toward g (i) in full-frame playback mode (A 16) zooms in on the image.• You can change the zoom ratio by m

E24Reference SectionMoving the zoom control toward f (h) in full-frame playback mode (A 16) displays images as thumbnails.• You can change the number

E25Reference SectionBefore Editing ImagesYou can easily edit images on this camera. Edited copies are saved as separate files.• Edited copies are save

E26Reference SectionD-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and ContrastUse the multi selector HI to select OK and press the k button.• The edited version is

E27Reference SectionGlamour Retouch: Enhancing Human Faces1 Use the multi selector HIJK to select the face that you want to retouch and press the k bu

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

E28Reference Section4 Select Yes and press the k button.• An edited copy is created.B Notes About Glamour Retouch• Only one face per image can be edit

E29Reference SectionSmall Picture: Reducing the Size of an Image1 Use the multi selector HI to select the desired copy size and press the k button.• F

E30Reference SectionCrop: Creating a Cropped Copy1 Move the zoom control to enlarge the image (E23).2 Refine copy composition and press the d button.•

E31Reference SectionConnect the camera to a TV using an audio/video cable (E80) to play back images or movies on the TV.1 Turn off the camera and conn

E32Reference SectionUsers of PictBridge-compatible printers can connect the camera directly to the printer and print images without using a computer.C

E33Reference Section4 Turn on the camera.• The PictBridge startup screen (1) is displayed in the camera monitor, followed by the Print selection scree

E34Reference Section4 Select the desired number of copies (up to nine) and press the k button.5 Select Paper size and press the k button.6 Select the

E35Reference SectionPrinting Multiple Images1 Connect the camera to a printer (E32).2 When the Print selection screen is displayed, press the d button

E36Reference SectionPrint selectionSelect images (up to 99) and the number of copies (up to nine) of each.• Use the multi selector JK to select images

E37Reference Section6 When printing is complete, turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable.DPOF printingPrint images for which a print order wa

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

E38Reference Section• When no memory card is inserted (i.e., when using the camera’s internal memory), Movie options (E58) is set to g 480/30p. f 720/

E39Reference SectionB Maximum Movie LengthIndividual movie files cannot exceed 2 GB in size or 29 minutes in length, even when there is sufficient fre

E40Reference SectionB Camera Temperature• The camera may become warm when shooting movies for an extended period of time or when the camera is used in

E41Reference SectionFunctions Available During PlaybackPlayback controls are displayed in the monitor.The operations listed below can be performed by

E42Reference SectionThe settings listed below can be changed by pressing the d button during shooting.The settings that can be changed vary depending

E43Reference SectionImage Mode Settings (Image Size and Quality)Select the combination of image size and compression ratio that is used when saving im

E44Reference SectionC Notes About Image Mode• The image mode setting can also be changed in shooting modes other than A (auto) mode. The changed setti

E45Reference SectionWhite Balance (Adjusting Hue)Adjust white balance to suit the light source or weather conditions in order to make the colors in im

E46Reference SectionUsing Preset ManualUse the procedure below to measure the white balance value under the lighting used during shooting.1 Place a wh

E47Reference SectionContinuous ShootingB Notes About Continuous Shooting• When a setting other than Single is selected, the flash cannot be used. Focu