Page 1 DIGITAL CAMERA Reference Manual Read this manual thoroughly before using the camera. To ensure proper use of the camera, be sure to read “For Your Safety” (page viii). After reading this manual, keep it in a readily accessible place for future reference.
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Quick Topic Search You can return to this page by tapping or clicking in the lower right of any page. Main Topics For Smart Device Users ....................... iii Introduction ..........................v Table of Contents ........................xi Parts of the Camera ....................... 1 Preparing for Shooting......................8 Basic Shooting and Playback Operations ..............20 Shooting Features........................27...
Page 3: For Smart Device Users
For Smart Device Users Your images. The world. Connected Welcome to SnapBridge — Nikon’s new family of services to enrich your image experience. SnapBridge eliminates the barrier between your camera and compatible smart device, through a combination of Bluetooth® low energy (BLE) technology and a dedicated app. The stories you capture with your Nikon camera and lenses are automatically transferred to the device as they are taken.
Page 4 — making online photo sharing easier than ever Upload of photos and thumbnail images to the NIKON IMAGE SPACE cloud service A range of services that enriches your imaging life, including: Camera remote control Imprinting up to two pieces of credit information (e.g.
Page 5: Introduction
Introduction Read This First Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX A900 digital camera. Symbols and Conventions Used in This Manual Tap or click in the lower right of each page to display “Quick Topic Search” (Aii). Symbols Symbol Description This icon marks cautions and information that should be read before using the camera.
Page 6: Information And Precautions
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 damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction.
Page 7 Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product. While every effort was 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 representative in your area (address provided separately).
Page 8: For Your Safety
For Your Safety To prevent damage to property or injury to yourself or to others, read “For Your Safety” in its entirety before using this product. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use this product will read them. Failure to observe the precautions marked DANGER with this icon carries a high risk of death or...
Page 9 Keep this product out of reach of children. Failure to observe this precaution could result in injury or product malfunction. In addition, note that small parts constitute a choking hazard. Should a child swallow any part of this product, seek immediate medical attention.
Page 10 Do not leave this product where it will be exposed to extremely high temperatures, for an extended period such as in an enclosed automobile or in direct sunlight. Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or product malfunction. DANGER for Batteries Do not mishandle batteries.
Page 11 Table of Contents Quick Topic Search ....................... ii Main Topics..................................ii Common Topics ................................ii For Smart Device Users ...................... iii Introduction ..........................v Read This First ............................v Symbols and Conventions Used in This Manual ..................v Information and Precautions ..........................vi For Your Safety .............................
Page 12 Shooting Features....................... 27 Selecting a Shooting Mode....................... 28 A (Auto) Mode ............................ 29 Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to the Shooting Conditions) ..........30 Tips and Notes About Scene Mode....................... 31 Using Skin Softening............................... 37 Shooting with Easy Panorama.......................... 38 Playback with Easy Panorama ........................... 40 Shooting with Smart Portrait (Enhancing Human Faces When Shooting)......
Page 13 Glamour Retouch: Enhancing Human Faces................... 78 Small Picture: Reducing the Size of an Image..................80 Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy........................81 Movies ............................. 82 Basic Operations of Movie Recording and Movie Playback ..........83 Capturing Still Images While Recording Movies ............... 86 Shooting Time-lapse Movies ......................
Page 14 ISO Sensitivity ................................120 AF Area Mode................................121 Autofocus Mode ..............................124 M Exposure Preview ............................. 124 The Movie Menu ..........................125 Movie Options................................125 AF Area Mode................................129 Autofocus Mode ..............................130 Movie VR ..................................131 Wind Noise Reduction ............................132 Frame Rate..................................
Page 15 Caring for the Product ........................159 The Camera................................159 The Battery ................................. 160 The Charging AC Adapter..........................161 Memory Cards................................162 Cleaning and Storage........................163 Cleaning..................................163 Storage..................................163 Error Messages............................ 164 Troubleshooting ..........................167 File Names............................175 Optional Accessories ........................176 Specifications ............................
Page 16: Parts Of The Camera
Parts of the Camera The Camera Body ........................2 The Monitor..........................4 Parts of the Camera...
Page 17: The Camera Body
The Camera Body Flash raised Lens cover closed Eyelet for camera strap........ 9 Zoom control........22, 60 f : Wide-angle ......22, 60 Command dial..........47 g : Telephoto ......22, 60 Power switch/power-on lamp.... 14 h : Thumbnail playback ....72 i : Playback zoom ......
Page 18 K (flash pop-up) control l (delete) button ........25 d (menu) button......... 107 Charge lamp..........11 Flash lamp............52 Battery-chamber/memory card slot q (snap-back zoom) button ....61 cover..............10 b (e movie-record) button ..23, 83 11 Lock lever ............10 c (playback) button.......
Page 19: The Monitor
The Monitor The information that is displayed on the shooting or playback screen changes depending on the camera’s settings and state of use. By default, information is displayed when the camera is first turned on and when you operate the camera, and turns off after a few seconds (when Photo info is set to Auto info in Monitor settings (A142)).
Page 20 10 10 60 60 10 10 29m 0s 29m 0s 1/250 1/250 1/250 F3.7 F3.7 F3.7 28 29 31 32 33 24 ISO sensitivity ........110, 120 39 Skin softening ..........41 25 Battery level indicator ......21 40 Hue .............. 41, 57 Charging AC Adapter connection 41 Vividness...........41, 57 indicator...
Page 21: For Playback
For Playback 3 4 5 999 / 999 999 / 999 9999 / 9999 9999 / 9999 999 / 999 999 / 999 29m00s 29m00s 29m00s 29m00s 9999. JPG 9999. JPG 15/11/2016 15:30 15/11/2016 15:30 1 List by date icon.......... 73 7 Quick retouch icon......77, 111 2 Protect icon........111, 135 8 Red-eye correction ......78, 111...
Page 22 999 / 999 999 / 999 12 13 26 27 28 29 9999. JPG 9999. JPG 15/11/2016 15:30 15/11/2016 15:30 18 17 12 Image quality........110, 113 21 Time of recording 13 Image size ..........110, 114 22 Date of recording 14 Easy panorama ........30, 38 Charging AC Adapter connection indicator 15 Movie options .........110, 125...
Page 23: Preparing For Shooting
Preparing for Shooting How to Attach the Camera Strap..................9 Inserting the Battery and Memory Card...............10 Charging the Battery......................11 Changing the Angle of the Monitor ................13 Camera Setup ..........................14 Preparing for Shooting...
Page 24: How To Attach The Camera Strap
How to Attach the Camera Strap The camera strap can be attached to the eyelet on either side (left and right) of the camera body. Preparing for Shooting How to Attach the Camera Strap...
Page 25: Inserting The Battery And Memory Card
Inserting the Battery and Memory Card Battery latch Memory card slot With the battery’s positive and negative terminals oriented correctly, move the orange battery latch (3), and fully insert the battery (4). Slide the memory card in until it clicks into place (5). Be careful not to insert the battery or memory card upside-down or backward, as this could cause a malfunction.
Page 26: Charging The Battery
Charging the Battery Charging AC Adapter Electrical outlet Charge lamp USB cable (included) If a plug adapter* is included with your camera, securely connect it to the Charging AC Adapter. Once the two are connected, attempting to forcibly remove the plug adapter could damage the product.
Page 27 Notes About the USB Cable Do not use a USB cable other than the UC-E21. Using a USB cable other than the UC-E21 could result in overheating, fire, or electric shock. Check the shape and direction of the plugs and do not insert or remove the plugs at an angle. Notes About Charging the Battery The camera can be operated while the battery is charging, but the charging time increases.
Page 28: Changing The Angle Of The Monitor
Changing the Angle of the Monitor You can adjust the direction and angle of the monitor. For normal shooting When taking self-portraits 1/ 25 0 1/ 25 0 25 m 0s 25 m 0s F3 .7 F3 .7 88 0 88 0 When shooting in a low position When shooting in a high position...
Page 29: Camera Setup
Camera Setup Setup from a Smartphone or Tablet Before proceeding, install the SnapBridge app (Aiii) and enable Bluetooth and Wi-Fi on your smartphone or tablet (below, “smart device”). The camera and smart device screens shown in this manual may differ from those of the actual products. Turn the camera on.
Page 30 Pair (i.e., establish a Bluetooth link between) the camera and the smart device. Android Devices with NFC Support After checking that NFC is enabled on the smart device, touch the camera Y (N-Mark) to the NFC antenna on the smart device to launch the SnapBridge app.
Page 31: Setup From The Camera Menus
Press the k button when the dialog at right is displayed. When a constant connection between the camera and smart device is established, the dialog at right Your camera and smart device are connected! is displayed. SnapBridge will send your photos to If the camera displays Could not connect., press your smart device as they are taken.
Page 32 Press the d button when the dialog at right Use SnapBridge to send photos to your is displayed. smart device and share them online. Select Yes when prompted to To skip this screen and set SnapBridge set the camera clock. later from the Network menu, press MENU.
Page 33: What Snapbridge Can Do For You
What SnapBridge Can Do for You The SnapBridge app can be used for a variety of tasks once the camera has been paired with your smart device. Auto Upload At default settings, pictures will automatically be uploaded to the smart device as they are taken.
Page 34 Wireless Networks Option Description To pair the camera with a smart device (for example, with a new device or if you did not opt to pair with a smart device during setup), select Connect to smart device in the camera network Pairing menu and follow the instructions on page 14, starting with Step The camera can be paired with up to five smart devices, but can...
Page 35: Basic Shooting And Playback Operations
Basic Shooting and Playback Operations Shooting Images........................21 Playing Back Images......................24 Deleting Images........................25 Basic Shooting and Playback Operations...
Page 36: Shooting Images
Shooting Images A (auto) mode is used here as an example. A (auto) mode enables you to perform general shooting in a variety of shooting conditions. Rotate the mode dial to A. Number of exposures remaining Battery level indicator b: The battery level is high. B: The battery level is low.
Page 37 Frame the picture. Move the zoom control to change the zoom lens position. If you lose sight of the subject while shooting with the lens in telephoto position, press the q (snap-back zoom) button to temporarily widen the visible area so that you can frame the subject more easily.
Page 38: Using The Flash
Notes About Saving Images or Movies The indicator showing the number of exposures remaining or the indicator showing the remaining recording time flashes while images or movies are being saved. Do not open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover or remove the battery or memory card while an indicator is flashing.
Page 39: Playing Back Images
Playing Back Images Press the c (playback) button to enter playback mode. If you press and hold down the c button while the camera is turned off, the camera turns on in playback mode. Use the multi selector to select an Display the previous image image to display.
Page 40: Deleting Images
Deleting Images Press the l (delete) button to delete the image currently displayed on the screen. Use the multi selector HI to select the desired deletion method and press the Delete k button. Current image Erase selected images To exit without deleting, press the d button. All images Select Yes and press the k button.
Page 41: The Image Selection Screen For Deletion
The Image Selection Screen for Deletion Use the multi selector JK or rotate it Erase selected images to select the image that you want to delete. Move the zoom control (A2) toward g (i) to switch to full-frame playback, or f (h) to switch to thumbnail playback.
Page 42: Shooting Features
Shooting Features Selecting a Shooting Mode ....................28 A (Auto) Mode........................29 Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to the Shooting Conditions) ........30 Creative Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting) ..........45 A, B, C, and D Modes (Setting the Exposure for Shooting).......47 Setting Shooting Functions with the Multi Selector ..........51 Flash Mode..........................52 Self-timer ..........................55 Macro Mode (Taking Close-up Pictures) ..............56...
Page 43: Selecting A Shooting Mode
Selecting a Shooting Mode You can rotate the mode dial to align the desired shooting mode with the indicator mark on the camera body. A (Auto) mode Select this mode to perform general shooting in a variety of shooting conditions. o (Creative) mode The camera saves four images with effects and one image without effects simultaneously in one shot.
Page 44: A (Auto) Mode
A (Auto) Mode Select this mode to perform general shooting in a variety of shooting conditions. The camera detects the main subject and focuses on it (target finding AF). If a human face is detected, the camera automatically sets focus priority on it. See “Focusing”...
Page 45: Scene Mode (Shooting Suited To The Shooting Conditions)
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to the Shooting Conditions) Select any one of scene modes based on the shooting conditions, and you can take pictures with the appropriate settings for those conditions. Scene auto selector Portrait Landscape Time-lapse movie Sports Night portrait Press the d button to display the scene menu and select one of the following scene modes using the multi selector.
Page 46: Tips And Notes About Scene Mode
Tips and Notes About Scene Mode y M x Scene auto selector When you point the camera at the subject, the camera automatically recognizes the shooting conditions and adjusts the shooting settings accordingly. Portrait (for taking close-up portraits of one or two people) Portrait (for taking portraits of large numbers of people, or images in which the background takes up a large portion of the frame) Landscape...
Page 47 y M e Night portrait On the screen displayed when e Night portrait is selected, select u Hand-held or w Tripod. u Hand-held (default setting): - While the e icon on the shooting screen is displayed in green, press the shutter- release button all the way to capture a series of images which are combined into a single image and saved.
Page 48 y M k Close-up Macro mode (A56) is enabled and the camera automatically zooms to the closest position at which it can focus. You can move the focus area. Press the k button, use the multi selector HIJK or rotate it to move the focus area, and press the k button to apply the setting. y M u Food Macro mode (A56) is enabled and the camera automatically zooms to the closest position at which it...
Page 49 y M o Backlighting On the screen displayed when o Backlighting is selected, select On or Off to enable or disable the high dynamic range (HDR) function based on the shooting conditions. Off (default setting): The flash fires to prevent the subject from being hidden in shadow.
Page 50 y M O Pet portrait When you point the camera at a dog or cat, the camera detects the pet’s face and focuses on it. By default, the shutter is automatically released when a dog or cat face is detected (pet portrait auto release). On the screen displayed when O Pet portrait is selected, select U Single or V Continuous.
Page 51 y M U Multiple exp. Lighten The camera automatically captures moving subjects at regular intervals, compares each image and composites only their bright areas, and then saves them as one image. Light trails such as the flow of car lights or motion of stars are captured. On the screen displayed when U Multiple exp.
Page 52: Using Skin Softening
Time Remaining You can check the time remaining until shooting automatically ends on the screen. 1 0 m 0 s 1 0 m 0 s End recording Using Skin Softening In Scene auto selector, Portrait, Night portrait or Smart portrait, if human faces are detected, the camera processes the image to soften facial skin tones before saving the image (up to three faces).
Page 53: Shooting With Easy Panorama
Shooting with Easy Panorama Rotate the mode dial to y M d button M Easy panorama M k button Select Normal or Wide as the Easy panorama shooting range and press the k button. Normal Wide Frame the first edge of the panorama scene, and then press the shutter- release button halfway to focus.
Page 54 Example of Camera Movement Using your body as the axis of rotation, move the camera slowly in an arc, in the direction of the marking (KLJI). Shooting stops if the guide does not reach the edge within about 15 seconds (when Normal is selected) or within about 30 seconds (when Wide is selected) after shooting...
Page 55: Playback With Easy Panorama
Playback with Easy Panorama Switch to playback mode (A24), display an image 4 / 4 4 / 4 captured using easy panorama in full-frame playback mode, and then press the k button to scroll the image in the direction that was used when shooting. Rotate the multi selector to fast-forward or rewind scroll playback.
Page 56: Shooting With Smart Portrait (Enhancing Human Faces When Shooting)
Shooting with Smart Portrait (Enhancing Human Faces When Shooting) You can take a picture with the glamour retouch function to enhance human faces. Rotate the mode dial to y M d button M Smart portrait M k button M d button Press the multi selector K, apply an effect.
Page 57 Using Self-Collage The camera can capture a series of four or nine images 1 / 5 1 / 5 at intervals and save them as a one-frame image (a collage image). 0004. JPG 0004. JPG 15/11/2016 15:30 15/11/2016 15:30 Rotate the mode dial to y M d button M Smart portrait M k button M Self-Collage M k button Select self-collage setting.
Page 58: Take A Picture
Take a picture. When you press the shutter-release button, a countdown starts (about five seconds) and the shutter is automatically released. The camera automatically releases the shutter for the remaining pictures. A countdown starts about three seconds before shooting. The number of shots is indicated by U in the monitor.
Page 59: Using Smile Timer
Using Smile Timer The camera automatically releases the shutter whenever a smiling face is detected. Rotate the mode dial to y M d button M Smart portrait M k button M d button Press the multi selector J to select a Smile timer and press the k button.
Page 60: Creative Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting)
Creative Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting) The camera saves four images with effects and one image without effects simultaneously in one shot. The camera focuses in the center of the frame. Press the k button. Variety The effect selection screen is displayed. 2 5 m 0 s 2 5 m 0 s 8 8 0...
Page 61 Functions Available in Creative Mode The functions below are available when you press the k button in step 2: Flash mode (A52) Self-timer (A55) Macro mode (A56) Exposure compensation (A59) Shooting Features Creative Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting)
Page 62: A, B, C, And D Modes (Setting The Exposure For Shooting)
A, B, C, and D Modes (Setting the Exposure for Shooting) In A, B, C, and D modes, you can set exposure (combination of shutter speed and f-number) according to the shooting conditions. Also, you can achieve greater control when shooting images by setting the shooting menu options (A107).
Page 63: Tips For Setting Exposure
Tips for Setting Exposure The sense of dynamism and amount of background defocus in subjects vary by changing the combinations of shutter speed and f-number even if the exposure is the same. Effect of the Shutter Speed The camera can make a fast-moving subject appear static at a fast shutter speed, or highlight the motion of a moving subject at a slow shutter speed.
Page 64 Notes About Setting Exposure When the subject is too dark or too bright, it may not be possible to obtain the appropriate exposure. In such cases, the shutter speed indicator or f-number indicator flashes (in A, B, and C modes), or the exposure indicator is displayed in red (in D mode) when the shutter- release button is pressed halfway.
Page 65: The Control Range Of The Shutter Speed (A, B, C, And D Modes)
The Control Range of the Shutter Speed (A, B, C, and D Modes) The control range of the shutter speed differs depending on the zoom position, f-number, or ISO sensitivity setting. Additionally, the control range changes in the following continuous shooting settings. Control range (second) Setting A mode...
Page 66: Setting Shooting Functions With The Multi Selector
Setting Shooting Functions with the Multi Selector When the shooting screen is displayed, you can press the multi selector H (m) J (n) I (p) K (o) to set the functions described below. m Flash mode When the flash is raised, the flash mode can be set according to shooting conditions.
Page 67: Flash Mode
Flash Mode When the flash is raised, the flash mode can be set according to shooting conditions. Move the K (flash pop-up) control to raise the flash. When the flash is lowered, flash operation is disabled and S is displayed. Press the multi selector H (m).
Page 68: Available Flash Modes
Available Flash Modes Auto The flash fires when necessary, such as in dim lighting. The flash mode indicator is only displayed immediately after setting on the shooting screen. Auto with red-eye reduction/Red-eye reduction Reduce red-eye in portraits caused by the flash (A54). When Red-eye reduction is selected, the flash fires whenever a picture is taken.
Page 69 Auto with Red-eye Reduction/Red-eye Reduction Pre-flashes are fired repeatedly at low intensity before the main flash, reducing the red-eye effect. If the camera detects red-eye while saving an image, the affected area is processed to reduce red-eye before the image is saved. Note the following when shooting: Because pre-flashes are fired, there is a slight lag between when the shutter-release button is pressed and when the image is shot.
Page 70: Self-Timer
Self-timer The camera is equipped with a self-timer that releases the shutter few seconds after you press the shutter-release button. Set Photo VR (A145) to Off in the setup menu when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting. Press the multi selector Select the desired self-timer mode, and Self-timer...
Page 71: Macro Mode (Taking Close-Up Pictures)
Macro Mode (Taking Close-up Pictures) Use macro mode when taking close-up pictures. Press the multi selector I (p). Select o and press the k button. Macro mode If the setting is not applied by pressing the k button, the selection will be canceled. Move the zoom control to set the zoom ratio to a position where F and the zoom indicator are displayed in green.
Page 72: Using The Creative Slider
Using the Creative Slider When the shooting mode is set to A, B, C, or D mode, you can adjust the brightness (exposure compensation), vividness, hue, and Active D-Lighting when shooting. Press the multi selector K (o). Use JK to select an item. Brightness (Exp.
Page 73 Creative Slider Settings This function may not be available to use in combination with other functions (A68). The settings for brightness (exposure compensation), vividness, hue, and Active D- Lighting are saved in the camera’s memory even after the camera is turned off. When the shooting mode is set to D mode, Active D-Lighting cannot be used.
Page 74: Exposure Compensation (Adjusting Brightness)
Exposure Compensation (Adjusting Brightness) When the shooting mode is set to A (auto) mode, scene mode, creative mode, or short movie show mode, you can adjust the brightness (exposure compensation). Press the multi selector K (o). Select a compensation value and press Exposure compensation the k button.
Page 75: Using The Zoom
Using the Zoom When you move the zoom control, the zoom lens Zoom out Zoom in position changes. To zoom in: Move toward g To zoom out: Move toward f When you turn the camera on, the zoom moves to the maximum wide-angle position.
Page 76 Using the Snap-back Zoom If you lose sight of the subject while shooting with the lens in telephoto position, press the q (snap-back zoom) button to temporarily widen the visible area (angle of view) so that you can frame the subject more easily.
Page 77: Focusing
Focusing The Shutter-release Button To press the shutter-release button “halfway” means to press and hold the button at the point where you feel a slight resistance. Focus and exposure (shutter speed and f-number) are set Press halfway when you press the shutter-release button halfway. Focus and exposure remain locked while the button is pressed halfway.
Page 78: Using Face Detection
Notes About Target Finding AF Depending on shooting conditions, the subject that the camera determines to be the main subject may vary. The main subject may not be detected when using certain White balance settings. The camera may not detect the main subject appropriately in the following situations: - When the subject is very dark or bright - When the main subject lacks clearly defined colors - When the shot is framed so that the main subject is on the edge of the screen...
Page 79: Subjects Not Suitable For Autofocus
Subjects Not Suitable for Autofocus The camera may not focus as expected in the following situations. In rare cases, the subject may not be in focus despite the fact that the focus area or the focus indicator is displayed in green: Subject is very dark Objects of sharply differing brightness are included in the shooting conditions (e.g.
Page 80: Focus Lock
Focus Lock Focus lock shooting is recommended when the camera does not activate the focus area that contains the desired subject. In A, B, C, or D mode, set AF area mode to Center (A121). Position the subject in the center of the frame and press the shutter-release button halfway.
Page 81: Default Settings (Flash, Self-Timer, And Macro Mode)
Default Settings (Flash, Self-timer, and Macro Mode) The default settings for each shooting mode are listed below. Flash Self-timer Macro mode (A51) (A51) (A56) A (auto) o (creative mode) x (scene auto selector) b (portrait) c (landscape) N (time-lapse movie) d (sports) e (night portrait) f (party/indoor)
Page 82 Cannot be changed. The camera automatically selects the flash mode appropriate for the scene it has selected. Cannot be changed. The camera enters macro mode when i is selected. Cannot be changed. May switch to slow sync with red-eye reduction flash mode. Flash is fixed at X (fill flash) when HDR is set to Off, and is fixed at W (off) when HDR is set to On.
Page 83: Functions That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously When Shooting
Functions That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously When Shooting Some functions cannot be used with other menu settings. Restricted Option Description function When a setting other than Single is selected, Continuous (A118) the flash cannot be used. Flash mode When Blink proof is set to On, the flash Blink proof (A43) cannot be used.
Page 84 Restricted Option Description function When Smile timer is set, Blink proof cannot Smile timer (A44) be used. Blink proof When Self-Collage is set, Blink proof cannot Self-Collage (A42) be used. When Continuous H, Continuous L, Pre- shooting cache, Continuous H: 120 fps, or Date stamp Continuous (A118) Continuous H: 60 fps is selected, date and...
Page 85: Playback Features
Playback Features Playback Zoom........................71 Thumbnail Playback/Calendar Display.................72 List by Date Mode ........................73 Viewing and Deleting Images in a Sequence.............74 Editing Images (Still Images) ....................76 Playback Features...
Page 86: Playback Zoom
Playback Zoom Moving the zoom control toward g (i playback zoom) g (i) in full-frame playback mode (A24) zooms in on the image. 4 / 4 4 / 4 Displayed area 0004. JPG 0004. JPG guide 15/11/2016 15:30 15/11/2016 15:30 Full-frame Playback Image is zoomed in.
Page 87: Thumbnail Playback/Calendar Display
Thumbnail Playback/Calendar Display Moving the zoom control toward f (h thumbnail f (h) playback) in full-frame playback mode (A24) displays images as thumbnails. 1 / 20 1 / 20 1 / 20 1 / 20 2016 Fr i 10 10 11 11 12 12 13 13...
Page 88: List By Date Mode
List by Date Mode Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M N menu icon M C List by date M k button Use the multi selector HI to select a date and then List by date press the k button to play back the images captured 30/11/2016 on the selected date.
Page 89: Viewing And Deleting Images In A Sequence
Viewing and Deleting Images in a Sequence Viewing Images in a Sequence Images captured continuously, or with the multiple exp. lighten, self-collage, or creative mode function, are saved as a sequence. One image in a sequence is used as the key picture to 1 / 5 1 / 5 represent the sequence when displayed in full-frame...
Page 90: Deleting Images In A Sequence
Deleting Images in a Sequence When the l (delete) button is pressed for images in a sequence, the images that are deleted vary depending on how the sequences are displayed. When the key picture is displayed: - Current image: All images in the displayed sequence are deleted. - Erase selected images: When a key picture is selected on the erase selected images screen (A26), all images in that sequence are deleted.
Page 91: Editing Images (Still Images)
Editing Images (Still Images) Before Editing Images You can easily edit images on this camera. Edited copies are saved as separate files. Edited copies are saved with the same shooting date and time as the original. Restrictions on Image Editing An image can be edited up to 10 times.
Page 92: Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast And Saturation
Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and Saturation Press the c button (playback mode) M Select an image M d button M Quick retouch M k button Use the multi selector HI to select the Quick retouch desired effect level and press the k button. The edited version is displayed on the right.
Page 93: Red-Eye Correction: Correcting Red-Eye When Shooting With The Flash
Red-eye Correction: Correcting Red-eye When Shooting with the Flash Press the c button (playback mode) M Select an image M d button M Red-eye correction M k button Preview the result and press the k button. Red-eye correction To exit without saving the copy, press the multi selector Back Save Notes About Red-eye Correction...
Page 94 Use JK to select the effect, use HI to Small face select the effect level, and press the k button. You can simultaneously apply multiple effects. Adjust or check the settings for all effects before pressing the k button. F (small face), B (skin softening), C (foundation Back makeup), m (glare reduction), E (hide eye bags), A (big eyes), G (whiten eyes), n (eye shadow), o (mascara), H (whiten teeth),...
Page 95: Small Picture: Reducing The Size Of An Image
Small Picture: Reducing the Size of an Image Press the c button (playback mode) M Select an image M d button M Small picture M k button Use the multi selector HI to select the Small picture desired copy size and press the k button.
Page 96: Crop: Creating A Cropped Copy
Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy Move the zoom control to enlarge the image (A71). Adjust the image so that only the portion that you want to keep is displayed, and then press the d (menu) button. Move the zoom control toward g (i) or f (h) to adjust the magnification rate.
Page 97: Movies
Movies Basic Operations of Movie Recording and Movie Playback........83 Capturing Still Images While Recording Movies............86 Shooting Time-lapse Movies....................87 Recording Superlapse Movies ..................89 Short Movie Show Mode (Combining Movie Clips to Create Short Movies)..90 Operations During Movie Playback ................93 Editing Movies ........................94 Movies...
Page 98: Basic Operations Of Movie Recording And Movie Playback
Basic Operations of Movie Recording and Movie Playback Display the shooting screen. Movie frame Check the remaining amount of movie recording time. It is recommended that you display the movie frame that indicates the area that will be recorded in a movie (A84). 25m 0s 25m 0s 1/250...
Page 99 Movie Frame Set Photo info in Monitor settings in the setup menu to Movie frame+auto info (A142) to display the movie frame. Check the range of a movie in a frame before recording. The area that is recorded in a movie varies depending on the Movie options or Movie VR settings in the movie menu.
Page 100 Notes About Movie Recording Notes About Saving Images or Movies The indicator showing the number of exposures remaining or the indicator showing the remaining recording time flashes while images or movies are being saved. Do not open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover or remove the battery or memory card while an indicator is flashing.
Page 101: Capturing Still Images While Recording Movies
Capturing Still Images While Recording Movies If the shutter-release button is pressed all the way while recording a movie, one frame is saved as a still image. Movie recording continues while the still image is being saved. A still image can be captured when Q is displayed on the screen.
Page 102: Shooting Time-Lapse Movies
Shooting Time-lapse Movies The camera can automatically capture still images at a specified interval to create time-lapse movies that are approximately 10 seconds long. When the Frame rate setting of the movie menu is set to 30 fps (30p/60p), 300 images are captured and saved with e 1080/30p.
Page 103 Select whether or not to fix exposure Time-lapse movie (brightness), and press the k button. (except Night sky and Star trails) AE-L on When AE-L on is selected, the exposure used for AE-L off the first image is used for all images. When the brightness changes drastically like at dusk, AE-L off is recommended.
Page 104: Recording Superlapse Movies
Recording Superlapse Movies The camera records movies and saves them in fast motion (e 1080/30p or S 1080/25p). Use to record a movie while moving the camera. The camera compresses the time of changes in the subject and saves the movie. Rotate the mode dial to y M d button M u Superlapse movie M k button Select the playback speed from...
Page 105: Short Movie Show Mode (Combining Movie Clips To Create Short Movies)
Short Movie Show Mode (Combining Movie Clips to Create Short Movies) You can create a short movie (e1080/30p or S1080/25p) that is up to 30 seconds long by recording and automatically combining multiple movie clips that are several seconds long. Press the d (menu) button and Number of shots configure the settings for recording...
Page 106: Special Effects
Save the short movie show. The short movie show is saved when the camera finishes recording the specified number of movie clips. To save a short movie show before the camera finishes recording the specified number of movie clips, press the d button with the shooting screen displayed while a movie clip is not being recorded, and then select End recording.
Page 107 Operations During Movie Clip Playback To adjust the volume, move the zoom control while a movie clip is playing (A2). Playback controls are displayed on the screen. The operations described below can be performed by using the multi selector JK to select a control and Playback controls then pressing the k button.
Page 108: Operations During Movie Playback
Operations During Movie Playback To adjust the volume, move the zoom control while a movie is playing ( Rotate the multi selector or the command dial to fast- forward or rewind. Volume indicator Playback controls are displayed on the screen. The operations described below can be performed by using the multi selector JK to select a control and then pressing the k button.
Page 109: Editing Movies
Editing Movies When editing movies, use a sufficiently charged battery to prevent the camera from turning off during editing. When the battery level indicator is B, movie editing is not possible. Extracting Only the Desired Portion of a Movie The desired portion of a recorded movie can be saved as a separate file. Play back a desired movie and pause at the start point of the portion that you want to extract (A93).
Page 110: Saving A Frame From A Movie As A Still Image
Use HI to select m (save) and press Save the k button. Follow the instructions on the screen to save the movie. 5m 52s 5m 52s 3m 0s Notes About Movie Extracting A movie that was created by editing cannot be edited again. The actual trimmed portion of a movie may differ slightly from the portion selected using the start and end points.
Page 111: Connecting The Camera To A Tv, Printer, Or Computer
Connecting the Camera to a TV, Printer, or Computer Utilizing Images ........................97 Viewing Images on a TV.....................98 Printing Images Without a Computer................99 Transferring Images to a Computer (ViewNX-i) ............. 103 Connecting the Camera to a TV, Printer, or Computer...
Page 112: Utilizing Images
Utilizing Images In addition to using the SnapBridge app (Aiii) to enjoy the captured images, you can also utilize the images in various ways by connecting the camera to the devices described below. Viewing Images on a TV Images and movies captured with the camera can be viewed on a TV. Connection method: Connect a commercially available HDMI cable to the TV’s HDMI input jack.
Page 113: Viewing Images On A Tv
Viewing Images on a TV Turn off the camera and connect it to the TV. Check the shape and direction of the plugs and do not insert or remove the plugs at an angle. to HDMI jack HDMI micro connector (Type D) Set the TV’s input to external input.
Page 114: Printing Images Without A Computer
Printing Images Without a Computer Users of PictBridge-compatible printers can connect the camera directly to the printer and print images without using a computer. Connecting the Camera to a Printer Turn on the printer. Turn off the camera and connect it to the printer using the USB cable.
Page 115: Printing Images One At A Time
Printing Images One at a Time Use the multi selector JK to select the Print selection 15/11/2016 No. 32 [ 32] desired image and press the k button. Move the zoom control toward f (h) to switch to thumbnail playback or g (i) to switch to full- frame playback.
Page 116: Printing Multiple Images
Printing Multiple Images When the Print selection screen is Print selection 15/11/2016 No. 32 [ 32] displayed, press the d (menu) button. Use the multi selector HI to select Print menu Paper size and press the k button. Select the desired paper size and press the k Print selection button.
Page 117 Print selection Select images (up to 99) and the number of Print selection copies (up to 9) of each. Use the multi selector JK to select images, and use HI to specify the number of copies to be printed. Images selected for printing are indicated by a and the number of copies to be printed.
Page 118: Transferring Images To A Computer (Viewnx-I)
To install ViewNX-i, download the latest version of the ViewNX-i installer from the following website and follow the on-screen instructions to complete installation. ViewNX-i: http://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com For system requirements and other information, see the Nikon website for your region. Transferring Images to a Computer Prepare a memory card that contains images.
Page 119 Nikon Transfer 2 as the default application to open when the camera is connected to your computer. If the memory card contains a large number of images, it may take a while for Nikon Transfer 2 to start. Wait until Nikon Transfer 2 starts.
Page 120 After Nikon Transfer 2 starts, click Start Transfer. Start Transfer Image transfer begins. When image transfer is complete, ViewNX-i starts and the transferred images are displayed. Terminate the connection. If you are using a card reader or card slot, choose the appropriate option in the computer operating system to eject the removable disk corresponding to the memory card and then remove the memory card from the card reader or card slot.
Page 121: Using The Menu
Using the Menu Menu Operations....................... 107 Menu Lists ..........................110 The Shooting Menu (The Common Shooting Options) ........113 The Shooting Menu (A, B, C, or D Mode).............. 115 The Movie Menu ........................ 125 The Playback Menu......................133 The Network Menu ......................138 The Setup Menu.........................140 Using the Menu...
Page 122: Menu Operations
Menu Operations You can set the menus listed below by pressing the d (menu) button. 1, 2 A Shooting menu e Movie menu N Playback mode menu (List by date mode) c Playback menu q Network menu z Setup menu Press the d button when the shooting screen is displayed.
Page 123 Select a menu option and Time zone and date press the k button. Monitor settings Certain menu options cannot be set Date stamp depending on the current shooting Photo VR mode or the state of the camera. AF assist Items can also be selected by Digital zoom rotating the multi selector.
Page 124: The Image Selection Screen
The Image Selection Screen When an image selection screen such as the one Erase selected images shown on the right is displayed while operating the camera menu, follow the procedures described below to select the images. Back Use the multi selector JK or rotate it to Erase selected images select the desired image.
Page 125: Menu Lists
Menu Lists The Shooting Menu Enter shooting mode M d button Common Options Option Default setting Image quality Normal a 5184×3888 Image size For A, B, C, and D Modes Option Default setting Auto White balance Metering Matrix Continuous Single ISO sensitivity Auto AF area mode...
Page 126: The Playback Menu
Option Default setting Frame rate – The Playback Menu Press the c button (playback mode) M d button Option Mark for upload Quick retouch D-Lighting Red-eye correction Glamour retouch Slide show Protect Rotate image Small picture Copy Sequence display Select an image on the image selection screen. See “The Image Selection Screen” (A109) for more information.
Page 127: The Setup Menu
Option Bluetooth Restore default settings The Setup Menu Press the d button M z menu icon M k button Option Time zone and date Monitor settings Date stamp Photo VR AF assist Digital zoom Sound settings Auto off Format card/Format memory Language Image comment Copyright information...
Page 128: The Shooting Menu (The Common Shooting Options)
The Shooting Menu (The Common Shooting Options) Image Quality Enter shooting mode* M d button M Image quality M k button * The image quality can be set in shooting modes other than the short movie show mode. The setting is also applied to other shooting modes (except Time-lapse movie, Superlapse movie, and Easy panorama scene modes).
Page 129: Image Size
Image Size Enter shooting mode* M d button M Image size M k button * The image size can be set in shooting modes other than the short movie show mode. The setting is also applied to other shooting modes (except Time-lapse movie, Superlapse movie, and Easy panorama scene modes).
Page 130: The Shooting Menu (A, B, C, Or D Mode)
The Shooting Menu (A, B, C, or D Mode) See “Image Quality” (A113) and “Image Size” (A114) for information about Image quality and Image size. White Balance (Adjusting Hue) Rotate the mode dial to A, B, C, or D M d button M A, B, C, or D menu icon M White balance M k button Adjust white balance to suit the light source or weather conditions in order to make the colors in images match what you see with your eyes.
Page 131 Using Preset Manual Follow the procedures described below to measure the white balance value under the lighting used during shooting. Place a white or gray reference object under the lighting that will be used during shooting. Use the multi selector HI to select White balance Preset manual, and press the k Auto...
Page 132: Metering
Metering Rotate the mode dial to A, B, C, or D M d button M A, B, C, or D menu icon M Metering M k button The process of measuring the brightness of the subject to determine the exposure is known as “metering.”...
Page 133: Continuous Shooting
Continuous Shooting Rotate the mode dial to A, B, C, or D M d button M A, B, C, or D menu icon M Continuous M k button Option Description Single One image is captured each time the shutter-release button is (default setting) pressed.
Page 134 Notes About Continuous Shooting Focus, exposure and white balance are fixed at the values determined with the first shot in each series. It may take some time to save the images after shooting. When ISO sensitivity increases, noise may appear in captured images. The frame rate may become slower depending on the image quality, image size, memory card type or shooting conditions.
Page 135: Iso Sensitivity
ISO Sensitivity Rotate the mode dial to A, B, C, or D M d button M A, B, C, or D menu icon M ISO sensitivity M k button A higher ISO sensitivity allows darker subjects to be captured. Additionally, even with subjects of similar brightness, pictures can be taken at faster shutter speeds, and blurring caused by camera shake and subject movement can be reduced.
Page 136: Af Area Mode
AF Area Mode Rotate the mode dial to A, B, C or D M d button M A, B, C or D menu icon M AF area mode M k button Set how the camera selects the focus area for autofocus when shooting still images. Option Description When the camera detects a human...
Page 137 Option Description The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame. y Center 25m 0s 25m 0s 1/250 1/250 1/250 F3.7 F3.7 F3.7 Focus area Use this function to take pictures of moving subjects. Register the subject on which the camera focuses.
Page 138: Using Subject Tracking
Using Subject Tracking Rotate the mode dial to A, B, C or D M d button M A, B, C or D menu icon M AF area mode M k button M s Subject tracking M k button M d button Register a subject.
Page 139: Autofocus Mode
Autofocus Mode Rotate the mode dial to A, B, C or D M d button M A, B, C or D menu icon M Autofocus mode M k button Set how the camera focuses when shooting still images. Option Description The camera focuses only when the shutter-release button is Single AF pressed halfway.
Page 140: The Movie Menu
The Movie Menu Movie Options Enter shooting mode M d button M e menu icon M Movie options M k button Select the desired movie option to record. Select normal speed movie options to record at normal speed, or HS movie options (A126) to record in slow or fast motion. The movie options that can be selected vary depending on the Frame rate setting (A132).
Page 141: Hs Movie Options
HS Movie Options Recorded movies are played back in fast or slow motion. See “Recording Movies in Slow Motion and Fast Motion (HS Movie)” (A128). Image size Option Aspect ratio Description (horizontal to vertical) 1/4-speed slow motion movies 640 × 480 Max.
Page 142 Playing Back in Slow Motion and Fast Motion When recording at normal speed: Recording 10 s time Playback 10 s time When recording at h HS 480/4×, or a HS 480/4×: Movies are recorded at 4× normal speed. They are played back in slow motion at 4× slower speed. Recording 10 s time...
Page 143: To Start Recording
Recording Movies in Slow Motion and Fast Motion (HS Movie) Enter shooting mode M d button M e menu icon M Movie options M k button Movies recorded using HS movie can be played back in slow motion at 1/4 of the normal playback speed, or in fast motion at twice the normal playback speed.
Page 144: Af Area Mode
AF Area Mode Enter shooting mode M d button M e menu icon M AF area mode M k button Set how the camera selects the focus area for autofocus in superlapse movie, short movie show mode, or when recording movies. Option Description When the camera detects a human face, it focuses on that...
Page 145: Autofocus Mode
Autofocus Mode Enter shooting mode M d button M e menu icon M Autofocus mode M k button Set how the camera focuses in superlapse movie, short movie show mode, or when recording movies. Option Description Focus is locked when movie recording starts. Single AF Select this option when the distance between the camera and (default setting)
Page 146: Movie Vr
Movie VR Enter shooting mode M d button M e menu icon M Movie VR M k button Set to reduce the effects of camera shake in short movie show mode or when recording movies. Set this option to Off when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during recording. Option Description Performs optical compensation for camera shake using the...
Page 147: Wind Noise Reduction
Wind Noise Reduction Enter shooting mode M d button M e menu icon M Wind noise reduction M k button Option Description Reduces the sound that is produced when wind passes over Y On the microphone during movie recording. Other sounds may become difficult to hear during playback.
Page 148: The Playback Menu
The Playback Menu See “Editing Images (Still Images)” (A76) for information about image editing functions. Mark for upload Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M Mark for upload M k button Select images in the camera that you want to transfer to a smart device in advance before transferring them.
Page 149: Slide Show
Slide Show Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M Slide show M k button Play back images one by one in an automated “slide show.” When movie files are played back in the slide show, only the first frame of each movie is displayed. Use the multi selector HI to select Slide show Start and press the k button.
Page 150: Protect
Protect Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M Protect M k button The camera protects selected images from accidental deletion. Select images to protect or cancel protection from the image selection screen (A109). Note that formatting the memory card or the camera’s internal memory permanently deletes all data including protected files (A148).
Page 151: Copy (Copy Between The Memory Card And Internal Memory)
Copy (Copy Between the Memory Card and Internal Memory) Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M Copy M k button Images can be copied between a memory card and the internal memory. When a memory card that contains no images is inserted and the camera is switched to playback mode, Memory contains no images.
Page 152: Sequence Display
Sequence Display Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M Sequence display M k button Select the method used to display images in the sequence (A74). Option Description Displays each image in a sequence individually. F is Individual pictures displayed on the playback screen.
Page 153: The Network Menu
The Network Menu Press the d button M q menu icon M k button Configure the wireless network settings to connect the camera and a smart device. Option Description Airplane mode Select On to turn off all wireless connections. Select when pairing a smart device with the camera. This setting cannot be selected while a wireless connection is Connect to smart device established.
Page 154: Operating The Text Input Keyboard
Operating the Text Input Keyboard Character Input for SSID, Password, Image comment, and Copyright information Use the multi selector HIJK to select alphanumeric Text field characters. Press the k button to enter the selected SSID character in the text field and move the cursor to the 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F next space.
Page 155: The Setup Menu
The Setup Menu Time Zone and Date Press the d button M z menu icon M Time zone and date M k button Set the camera clock. Option Description Sync with Set whether or not to synchronize the date and time setting with smart smart device devices.
Page 156 Select w Home time zone or x Travel Time zone destination and press the k button. Home time zone Travel destination The date and time displayed on the screen changes depending on whether the home time London, Casablanca zone or travel destination is selected. 15/11/2016 15:30 Press K.
Page 157: Monitor Settings
Monitor Settings Press the d button M z menu icon M Monitor settings M k button Option Description Photo info Set whether or not to display information in the monitor. The descriptions of functions are displayed while changing the shooting mode or while the setting screen is displayed. Help display Default setting: On Set whether or not to display the captured image is displayed...
Page 158: Shooting Mode
Shooting mode Playback mode 4 / 4 4 / 4 25m 0s 25m 0s Framing 0004. JPG 0004. JPG 1/250 1/250 1/250 F3.7 F3.7 F3.7 15/11/2016 15:30 15/11/2016 15:30 grid+auto info In addition to the information Same as Auto info. shown in Auto info, a framing grid is displayed to help frame pictures.
Page 159: Date Stamp
Date Stamp Press the d button M z menu icon M Date stamp M k button The shooting date and time can be stamped on images when shooting. 15.11.2016 15.11.2016 15.11.2016 Option Description fDate Date is stamped on images. SDate and time Date and time are stamped on images.
Page 160: Photo Vr
Photo VR Press the d button M z menu icon M Photo VR M k button Select the vibration reduction setting used when shooting still images. Select Off when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting. Option Description Performs optical compensation for camera shake using the lens shift method.
Page 161: Af Assist
AF Assist Press the d button M z menu icon M AF assist M k button Option Description The AF-assist illuminator automatically lights up when you press the shutter-release button under dim lighting. The illuminator has a range of about 5.0 m (16 ft) at the maximum a Auto wide-angle position and about 4.5 m (14 ft) at the maximum (default setting)
Page 162: Sound Settings
Sound Settings Press the d button M z menu icon M Sound settings M k button Option Description When On (default setting) is selected, the camera produces one beep when operations are performed, two beeps when focus is acquired on the subject, and three beeps when an Button sound error occurs.
Page 163: Format Card/Format Memory
Format Card/Format Memory Press the d button M z menu icon M Format card/Format memory M k button Use this option to format a memory card or the internal memory. Formatting the memory cards or internal memory permanently deletes all data.
Page 164: Image Comment
Image Comment Press the d button M z menu icon M Image comment M k button Attach a comment that was previously registered to images that will be captured. You can imprint the attached comment to images that will be sent to a smart device using an application (A18).
Page 165: Copyright Information
Attach copyright info setting. Also, make sure that the artist name and copyright owner name are blank. Nikon is not responsible for any kind of trouble or damage resulting from the use of Copyright information.
Page 166: Location Data
Location Data Press the d button M z menu icon M Location data M k button Set whether or not to add shooting location information to the images that you take. Option Description Select Yes to add location information from the smart device to Download from the images that you take.
Page 167: Charge By Computer
Charge by Computer Press the d button M z menu icon M Charge by computer M k button Option Description When the camera is connected to a computer that is running Auto (A97), the battery inserted into the camera is automatically (default setting) charged using power supplied by the computer.
Page 168: Reset All
Reset All Press the d button M z menu icon M Reset all M k button When Reset is selected, the camera’s settings are restored to their default values. The network menu settings are also restored to their default values. Some settings, such as Time zone and date or Language, are not reset.
Page 169: Technical Notes
Technical Notes Notices........................... 155 Notes About Wireless Communication Functions ..........157 Caring for the Product ..................... 159 The Camera ......................... 159 The Battery ........................160 The Charging AC Adapter..................161 Memory Cards......................162 Cleaning and Storage ...................... 163 Cleaning ........................163 Storage .........................
Page 170: Notices
CAUTIONS Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Nikon Corporation may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Interface Cables Use the interface cables sold or provided by Nikon for your equipment. Using other interface cables may exceed the limits of Class B Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Page 171 Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California 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...
Page 172: Notes About Wireless Communication Functions
(products purchased in the EU or EFTA can be used anywhere within the EU and EFTA). Nikon does not accept liability for use in other countries. Users who are unsure as to the original country of sale should consult with their local Nikon service center or Nikon-authorized service representative.
Page 173 Some studies have suggested that some biological effects might occur, but such findings have not been confirmed by additional research. COOLPIX A900, which is equipped with a TYPE1FJ (FCC ID:VPYLB1FJ / IC ID:772C- LB1FJ) Wireless LAN Module, has been tested and found to comply with FCC/IC...
Page 174: Caring For The Product
Caring for the Product Observe the precautions described below in addition to the warnings in “For Your Safety” (Aviii-x) when using or storing the device. The Camera Do Not Apply Strong Impact to the Camera The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shock or vibration. In addition, do not touch or apply force to the lens or lens cover.
Page 175: The Battery
If you notice any abnormalities such as excessive heat, smoke, or an unusual smell coming from the battery, immediately discontinue use and consult your retailer or Nikon- authorized service representative. After removing the battery from the camera or optional battery charger, put the battery in a plastic bag, etc.
Page 176: The Charging Ac Adapter
Battery Terminals Dirt on the battery terminals may prevent the camera from functioning. Should the battery terminals become dirty, wipe them off with a clean, dry cloth before use. Charging an Exhausted Battery Turning the camera on or off while an exhausted battery is inserted in the camera may result in reduced battery life.
Page 177: Memory Cards
Memory Cards Precautions for Use Use only Secure Digital memory cards (A180). Be sure to follow the precautions described in the documentation included with the memory card. Do not put labels or stickers on memory cards. Formatting Do not format the memory card using a computer. The first time you insert a memory card that has been used in another device into this camera, be sure to format it with this camera.
Page 178: Cleaning And Storage
Cleaning and Storage Cleaning Do not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals. Avoid touching glass parts with your fingers. Remove dust or lint with a blower (typically a small device with a rubber bulb attached to one end that is pumped to produce a stream of air out the other end).
Page 179: Error Messages
Error Messages Refer to the table below if an error message is displayed. Display Cause/Solution Battery temperature is elevated. The The camera turns off automatically. Wait until the camera will turn off. camera or battery temperature has cooled before – The camera will turn resuming use.
Page 180 No access. Touch an NFC-compatible smart device to the camera. Select Connect to smart device in the Network menu. Turn the camera off If the error persists, contact your retailer or Nikon- – and then on again. authorized service representative.
Page 181 Display Cause/Solution Printer error: check After solving the problem, select Resume and press the – k button to resume printing.* printer status. Printer error: check Load the specified size of paper, select Resume, and – press the k button to resume printing.* paper.
Page 182: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. Power, Display, Settings Issues Problem Cause/Solution Wait for recording to end. If the problem persists, turn the camera off.
Page 183 Problem Cause/Solution The camera may become hot when used for an extended The camera period of time to record movies or send images, or when – becomes hot. used in a hot environment; this is not a malfunction. Confirm all connections. When connected to a computer, the camera may not charge for any of the reasons described below.
Page 184 Problem Cause/Solution Date not The current shooting mode does not support Date 4, 107, stamped on stamp. 112, 144 images even A function that restricts the date stamp is enabled. when Date The date cannot be stamped on movies. – stamp is enabled.
Page 185 Problem Cause/Solution The subject is too close. Try shooting using Scene auto 30, 31, selector or Close-up scene mode, or macro mode. 33, 56 The subject is hard to focus on. The camera cannot focus. Set AF assist in the setup menu to Auto. 107, 112, Turn the camera off and then on again.
Page 186 Problem Cause/Solution No sound when Off is selected for Shutter sound in Sound settings in the 42, 112, the shutter is setup menu. No sound is produced with some shooting released. modes and settings, even when On is selected. Off is selected for the AF assist option in the setup menu. AF-assist AF-assist illuminator may not light depending on the 107, 112,...
Page 187 Problem Cause/Solution It may take more time to save images in the following situations: When the noise reduction function is in operation, such – as when shooting in a dark environment When the flash mode is set to V (auto with red-eye reduction/red-eye reduction) When capturing images in the following scene modes Saving images...
Page 188 The camera is not recognized by the computer. – connected to a The computer is not set to start Nikon Transfer 2 – computer. automatically. For more information about Nikon Transfer 2, refer to help information contained in ViewNX-i.
Page 189 Problem Cause/Solution The camera cannot be used to select the paper size in the following situations, even when printing from a PictBridge- Cannot select compatible printer. Use the printer to select the paper size. paper size with – The printer does not support the paper sizes specified by the camera.
Page 190: File Names
File Names Images or movies are assigned file names as follows. File name: DSCN0001.JPG Not shown on the screen of the camera. DSCN: Original still images, movies, still images created by the movie editing function SSCN: Small picture copies (1) Identifier RSCN: Cropped copies FSCN: Images created by an image editing function other than crop and small picture, movies created by the movie editing...
Page 191: Optional Accessories
Optional Accessories MH-65 Battery Charger Battery Charger Charging time is about 2 hours and 30 minutes for a fully exhausted battery. EH-62F AC Adapter (connect as shown) AC Adapter Make sure that the power connector cable is fully inserted in the power connector slot before inserting the AC adapter into the battery chamber.
Page 192: Specifications
Specifications Nikon COOLPIX A900 Digital Camera Type Compact digital camera Number of effective 20.3 million (Image processing may reduce the number of pixels effective pixels.) Image sensor 1/2.3-in. type CMOS; approx. 21.14 million total pixels Lens NIKKOR lens with 35× optical zoom 4.3–151 mm (angle of view equivalent to that of 24–840 mm...
Page 193 20 M 5184×3888 10 M 3648×2736 2272×1704 Image size (pixels) 1600×1200 640×480 16:9 15 M 5184×2920 3888×3888 ISO sensitivity ISO 80–1600 (Standard output ISO 3200 (available when using A, B, C, or D mode) sensitivity) Exposure Metering mode Matrix, center-weighted, spot (digital zoom 2× or more) Programmed auto exposure with flexible program, shutter- Exposure control priority auto, aperture-priority auto, manual, and exposure...
Page 194 Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) Standards IEEE 802.11b/g (standard wireless LAN protocol) Operating frequency 2412–2462 MHz (channels 1-11) Authentication Open system, WPA2-PSK Bluetooth Communication Bluetooth Specification Version 4.1 protocols Arabic, Bengali, Bulgarian, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hindi, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Supported languages Marathi, Norwegian, Persian, Polish, Portuguese (European...
Page 195: Memory Cards That Can Be Used
D AC, E DC, F Class II equipment (The construction of the product is double-insulated.) Nikon will not be held liable for any errors this manual may contain. The appearance of this product and its specifications are subject to change without notice.
Page 196: Trademark Information
Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Nikon Corporation is under license. Apple®, App Store®, the Apple logos, Mac, OS X, iPhone®, iPad®, iPod touch®...
Page 197 “Made for iPod,” “Made for iPhone,” and “Made for iPad” mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod, iPhone, or iPad, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
Page 198: Index
Index Artist..............150 Symbols A Auto mode........28, 29 Auto flash ............53 o Creative mode......28, 45 Auto off........23, 112, 147 y Scene mode....... 28, 30 Auto with red-eye reduction ..53, 54 Autofocus...... 64, 110, 124, 130 C Aperture-priority auto mode ...............
Page 199 Food u............30, 33 Date and time......14, 112, 140 Format......... 10, 112, 148 Date stamp........112, 144 Format card........112, 148 Daylight saving time ...... 17, 141 Format internal memory... 112, 148 Delete ............25, 75 Format memory ......112, 148 Digital zoom......
Page 200 Quick retouch ........77, 111 Nightscape + light trails......36 Nightscape + star trails......36 Rechargeable battery Nikon Transfer 2 ........105 ..........10, 11, 160, 180 N-Mark (NFC antenna) ......15 Red-eye correction ......78, 111 Notes about wireless communication Red-eye reduction ......
Page 201 Rotary multi selector ......3, 51 Sound settings ........ 112, 147 Rotate image........111, 135 Special effects..........91 Sports d ..........30, 31 Standard flash..........53 Scene auto selector x....28, 31 Star trails........... 36, 87 Scene mode .......... 28, 30 Subject tracking ......
Page 202 No reproduction in any form of this manual, in whole or in part (except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews), may be made without written authorization from NIKON CORPORATION. FX6I02(11) 6MN67011-02...
Page 203: Quick Start Guide
DIGITAL CAMERA Quick Start Guide For Smart Device Users Introduction Parts of the Camera Preparing for Shooting Basic Shooting and Playback Operations Other Functions Technical Notes Read this manual thoroughly before using the camera. To ensure proper use of the camera, be sure to read “For Your Safety”...
Page 204 For Smart Device Users Your images. The world. Connected Welcome to SnapBridge — Nikon’s new family of services to enrich your image experience. SnapBridge eliminates the barrier between your camera and compatible smart device, through a combination of Bluetooth® low energy (BLE) technology and a dedicated app. The stories you capture with your Nikon camera and lenses are automatically transferred to the device as they are taken.
Page 205 — making online photo sharing easier than ever Upload of photos and thumbnail images to the NIKON IMAGE SPACE cloud service A range of services that enriches your imaging life, including: Camera remote control Imprinting up to two pieces of credit information (e.g.
Page 206 Introduction Read This First Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX A900 digital camera. Downloading the “Reference Manual” The Reference Manual (PDF format) provides more details in various languages on how to use this camera. Use your smart device or computer to refer to it along with this manual.
Page 207: Confirming The Package Contents
Confirming the Package Contents In the event that any items are missing, please contact the store where you purchased the camera. COOLPIX A900 Camera Strap EN-EL12 Rechargeable Digital Camera Li-ion Battery EH-73P Charging AC UC-E21 USB Cable Adapter* Quick Start Guide (this...
Page 208 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 damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction.
Page 209 Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product. While every effort was 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 representative in your area (address provided separately).
Page 210 For Your Safety To prevent damage to property or injury to yourself or to others, read “For Your Safety” in its entirety before using this product. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use this product will read them. Failure to observe the precautions marked DANGER with this icon carries a high risk of death or...
Page 211 Keep this product out of reach of children. Failure to observe this precaution could result in injury or product malfunction. In addition, note that small parts constitute a choking hazard. Should a child swallow any part of this product, seek immediate medical attention.
Page 212 Do not leave this product where it will be exposed to extremely high temperatures, for an extended period such as in an enclosed automobile or in direct sunlight. Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or product malfunction. DANGER for Batteries Do not mishandle batteries.
Page 213 Parts of the Camera The Camera Body K (flash pop-up) control Command dial q (snap-back zoom) button Power switch/power-on lamp 10 b (e movie-record) button Shutter-release button 11 c (playback) button Mode dial Flash 12 Rotary multi selector (multi selector) 13 k (apply selection) button Zoom control f : Wide-angle...
Page 214 Preparing for Shooting How to Attach the Camera Strap The camera strap can be attached to the eyelet on either side (left and right) of the camera body. Preparing for Shooting...
Page 215 Inserting the Battery and Memory Card Memory card slot Battery latch With the battery’s positive and negative terminals oriented correctly, move the orange battery latch (3), and fully insert the battery (4). Slide the memory card in until it clicks into place (5). Be careful not to insert the battery or memory card upside-down or backward, as this could cause a malfunction.
Page 216 Charging the Battery Charging AC Adapter Electrical outlet USB cable (included) Charge lamp If a plug adapter* is included with your camera, securely connect it to the Charging AC Adapter. Once the two are connected, attempting to forcibly remove the plug adapter could damage the product.
Page 217 Notes About the USB Cable Do not use a USB cable other than the UC-E21. Using a USB cable other than the UC-E21 could result in overheating, fire, or electric shock. Check the shape and direction of the plugs and do not insert or remove the plugs at an angle. Notes About Charging the Battery The camera can be operated while the battery is charging, but the charging time increases.
Page 218 Changing the Angle of the Monitor You can adjust the direction and angle of the monitor. For normal shooting When taking self-portraits 1/ 25 0 1/ 25 0 25 m 0s 25 m 0s F3 .7 F3 .7 88 0 88 0 When shooting in a low position When shooting in a high position...
Page 219: Turn The Camera On
Camera Setup Setup from a Smartphone or Tablet Before proceeding, install the SnapBridge app (Aii) and enable Bluetooth and Wi-Fi on your smartphone or tablet (below, “smart device”). The camera and smart device screens shown in this manual may differ from those of the actual products. Turn the camera on.
Page 220 Pair (i.e., establish a Bluetooth link between) the camera and the smart device. Android Devices with NFC Support After checking that NFC is enabled on the smart device, touch the camera Y (N-Mark) to the NFC antenna on the smart device to launch the SnapBridge app.
Page 221 Press the k button when the dialog at right is displayed. When a constant connection between the camera Your camera and smart device are and smart device is established, the dialog at right connected! is displayed. SnapBridge will send your photos to If the camera displays Could not connect., press your smart device as they are taken.
Page 222 Highlight your home time zone and New York, Toronto, Lima press the k button. To turn daylight saving time on press H; W will be displayed at the top of the map. Press I to turn daylight saving time off. Back Press H or I to choose a date format and press the k button.
Page 223 What SnapBridge Can Do for You The SnapBridge app can be used for a variety of tasks once the camera has been paired with your smart device. Auto Upload At default settings, pictures will automatically be uploaded to the smart device as they are taken.
Page 224 Wireless Networks Option Description To pair the camera with a smart device (for example, with a new device or if you did not opt to pair with a smart device during setup), select Connect to smart device in the camera network Pairing menu and follow the instructions on page 8, starting with Step The camera can be paired with up to five smart devices, but can...
Page 225 Basic Shooting and Playback Operations Shooting Images A (auto) mode is used here as an example. A (auto) mode enables you to perform general shooting in a variety of shooting conditions. Rotate the mode dial to A. Number of exposures remaining Battery level indicator b: The battery level is high.
Page 226 When taking pictures in portrait (“tall”) orientation, turn the camera so that the flash is above the lens. Frame the picture. Move the zoom control to change the zoom lens position. If you lose sight of the subject while shooting with the lens in telephoto position, press the q (snap-back zoom) button to temporarily widen the visible area so that you can frame the subject more easily.
Page 227 Notes About Saving Images or Movies The indicator showing the number of exposures remaining or the indicator showing the remaining recording time flashes while images or movies are being saved. Do not open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover or remove the battery or memory card while an indicator is flashing.
Page 228: Playback Mode
Playing Back Images Press the c (playback) button to enter playback mode. If you press and hold down the c button while the camera is turned off, the camera turns on in playback mode. Use the multi selector to select an Display the previous image image to display.
Page 229 Deleting Images Press the l (delete) button to delete the image currently displayed on the screen. Use the multi selector HI to select the desired deletion method and press the Delete k button. Current image Erase selected images To exit without deleting, press the d button. All images Select Yes and press the k button.
Page 230: Other Functions
Other Functions Selecting a Shooting Mode You can rotate the mode dial to align the desired shooting mode with the indicator mark on the camera body. A (Auto) mode Select this mode to perform general shooting in a variety of shooting conditions. o (Creative) mode The camera saves four images with effects and one image without effects simultaneously in one shot.
Page 231 Help Display The descriptions of functions are displayed while changing the shooting mode or while the setting screen is displayed. Press the shutter-release button halfway to quickly switch to shooting mode. You can show or hide the descriptions using Help display in Monitor settings in the setup menu. Setting Shooting Functions with the Multi Selector When the shooting screen is displayed, you can press the multi selector H (m) J (n)
Page 232 Menu Operations You can set the menus listed below by pressing the d (menu) button. 1, 2 A Shooting menu e Movie menu N Playback mode menu (List by date mode) c Playback menu q Network menu z Setup menu Press the d button when the shooting screen is displayed.
Page 233 Select a menu option and Time zone and date press the k button. Monitor settings Certain menu options cannot be set Date stamp depending on the current shooting Photo VR mode or the state of the camera. AF assist Items can also be selected by Digital zoom rotating the multi selector.
Page 234 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help. CAUTIONS Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Nikon Corporation may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Technical Notes...
Page 235 Interface Cables Use the interface cables sold or provided 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 will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Page 236 (products purchased in the EU or EFTA can be used anywhere within the EU and EFTA). Nikon does not accept liability for use in other countries. Users who are unsure as to the original country of sale should consult with their local Nikon service center or Nikon-authorized service representative.
Page 237 Some studies have suggested that some biological effects might occur, but such findings have not been confirmed by additional research. COOLPIX A900, which is equipped with a TYPE1FJ (FCC ID:VPYLB1FJ / IC ID:772C- LB1FJ) Wireless LAN Module, has been tested and found to comply with FCC/IC...
Page 238 Caring for the Product Observe the precautions described below in addition to the warnings in “For Your Safety” (Aviii-x) when using or storing the device. The Camera Do Not Apply Strong Impact to the Camera The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shock or vibration. In addition, do not touch or apply force to the lens or lens cover.
Page 239: Precautions For Use
If you notice any abnormalities such as excessive heat, smoke, or an unusual smell coming from the battery, immediately discontinue use and consult your retailer or Nikon- authorized service representative. After removing the battery from the camera or optional battery charger, put the battery in a plastic bag, etc.
Page 240: Storing The Battery
Battery Terminals Dirt on the battery terminals may prevent the camera from functioning. Should the battery terminals become dirty, wipe them off with a clean, dry cloth before use. Charging an Exhausted Battery Turning the camera on or off while an exhausted battery is inserted in the camera may result in reduced battery life.
Page 241 Cleaning and Storage Cleaning Do not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals. Avoid touching glass parts with your fingers. Remove dust or lint with a blower (typically a small device with a rubber bulb attached to one end that is pumped to produce a stream of air out the other end).
Page 242 Troubleshooting If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. Also, refer to the Reference Manual (PDF format) for further details on how to use this camera (Aiv).
Page 243 Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Nikon Corporation is under license. Apple®, App Store®, the Apple logos, Mac, OS X, iPhone®, iPad®, iPod touch®...
Page 244 United States and in other countries. All other trade names mentioned in this manual or the other documentation provided with your Nikon product are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. “Made for iPod,” “Made for iPhone,” and “Made for iPad” mean that an electronic...
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Page 246 No reproduction in any form of this manual, in whole or in part (except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews), may be made without written authorization from NIKON CORPORATION. FX6D02(11) 6MN67311-02...

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