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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 vi) and “<Important> Notes About Shockproof, Waterproof, and Dustproof Performance and Condensation” (page ix). After reading this manual, keep it in a readily accessible place for future reference.
Quick Topic Search You can return to this page by tapping or clicking in the lower right of any page. Main Topics Introduction ..........................iii Table of Contents ........................xiii Parts of the Camera ....................... 1 Getting Started........................9 Basic Shooting and Playback Operations ..............18 Connecting to a Smart Device (SnapBridge)..............25 Shooting Features........................34 Playback Features.........................59...
Introduction Read This First Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX W100 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.
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.
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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).
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...
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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.
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DANGER for Batteries Do not mishandle batteries. Failure to observe the following precautions could result in the batteries leaking, overheating, rupturing, or catching fire: - Use only rechargeable batteries approved for use in this product. - Do not expose batteries to flame or excessive heat. - Do not disassemble.
Notes About Shockproof Performance This camera has passed Nikon’s in-house test (drop test from a height of 180 cm (5 ft 10 in.) on a 5 cm (2 in.) thick plywood panel) compliant with the MIL-STD 810F Method 516.5-Shock* standard.
Notes About Shockproof, Waterproof, and Dustproof Performance Do not drop the camera, strike it against a hard object such as a rock, or throw it against a water surface. Do not subject the camera to shock when using it underwater. - Do not subject the camera to water pressure by exposing it to rapids or waterfalls.
Before Using the Camera Underwater Check the items below before using the camera underwater. Make sure that there are no foreign substances inside the battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover. Make sure that the waterproof packing of the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover is not cracked or deformed.
If the camera is exposed to shock, it is recommended to consult your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative to confirm the waterproof performance (charged service). If the waterproof packing begins to deteriorate, consult your retailer or Nikon- authorized service representative. The waterproof performance of the waterproof packing may start to deteriorate after one year.
Table of Contents Quick Topic Search ....................... ii Main Topics..................................ii Common Topics ................................ii Introduction ........................... iii Read This First ............................iii Symbols and Conventions Used in This Manual ..................iii Information and Precautions ..........................iv For Your Safety ............................vi <Important>...
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Getting Started........................9 How to Attach the Camera Strap ....................10 Inserting the Battery and Memory Card..................11 Removing the Battery or Memory Card ...................... 12 Memory Cards and Internal Memory......................12 Charging the Battery ........................... 13 Camera Setup............................15 Basic Shooting and Playback Operations ..............
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Shooting Features....................... 34 Functions Available in Shooting Mode (Shooting Menu)............35 A Point and Shoot..........................36 Using Target Finding AF ............................36 Flash Mode.............................. 37 Self-timer ..............................38 Smile Timer ............................. 39 Choose a Style (Shooting with Selected Shooting Conditions and Effects) ....40 Tips and Notes ................................
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Playback Features........................ 59 Playback Zoom ............................60 Thumbnail Playback ..........................61 Functions Available in Playback Mode (Playback Menu)............62 E Exchange Messages........................63 Leave a Message................................ 63 Leave a Reply ................................64 Play Recordings ................................65 Erase Recordings................................ 65 V Picture Play ............................66 Before Editing Images ............................
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Movies ............................. 96 Recording and Playing Back Movies....................97 Operations During Movie Playback .................... 100 Connecting the Camera to a TV, Printer, or Computer........101 Utilizing Images..........................102 Viewing Images on a TV ........................103 Printing Images Without a Computer..................104 Connecting the Camera to a Printer ......................
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Technical Notes......................... 127 Notices..............................128 Notes About Wireless Communication Functions ..............130 Caring for the Product ........................132 The Camera................................132 The Battery ................................. 133 The Charging AC Adapter..........................134 Memory Cards................................135 Cleaning and Storage........................136 Cleaning After Using the Camera Underwater..................136 Cleaning After Using the Camera in Conditions Other than Underwater......
Parts of the Camera The Camera Body ........................2 The Monitor..........................4 Using the Flexible Buttons ....................7 Parts of the Camera...
The Camera Body b (e movie-record) button .... 97 Shutter-release button......20 Power switch/power-on lamp... 15 Eyelet for camera strap......10 Microphone (stereo) N-Mark (NFC antenna) ......27 Flash..............37 Speaker Self-timer lamp ..........38 Lens (with protective glass) AF-assist illuminator Parts of the Camera The Camera Body...
The Monitor The information that is displayed on the shooting or playback screen changes depending on the camera’s settings and state of use. For Shooting 1 0 1 0 1m 1m 5m 5m 1 / 2 5 0 1 / 2 5 0 F 3.3 F 3.3 1 0 1 0 9 9 9...
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1 / 2 5 0 1 / 2 5 0 F 3.3 F 3.3 1 0 1 0 9 9 9 9 9 9 2 9 m 0 s 2 9 m 0 s 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 2 9 m 0 s 2 9 m 0 s 9 9 9...
Using the Flexible Buttons If you press a flexible button while the shooting screen or playback screen is displayed, the menu for the current mode is displayed. Once the menu is displayed, you can change various settings. In this document, the flexible buttons are referred to as “flexible button 1” through “flexible button 4”, in order from top to bottom.
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Press a flexible button to select an item. Camera settings When the menu content continues on Variety menu another page, a guide indicating the page position is displayed. Brightness Date stamp Use the multi selector HI to display other pages. Press a flexible button to select a setting.
Getting Started How to Attach the Camera Strap..................10 Inserting the Battery and Memory Card...............11 Charging the Battery......................13 Camera Setup ........................15 Getting Started...
How to Attach the Camera Strap Pass the strap through either the left or right strap eyelet and attach the strap. Getting Started How to Attach the Camera Strap...
Inserting the Battery and Memory Card Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover, and then insert 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 (4), and fully insert the battery (5). Slide the memory card in until it clicks into place (6).
Formatting a Memory Card The first time you insert a memory card that has been used in another device into this camera, make sure to format it with this camera. Note that formatting a memory card permanently deletes all images and other data on the memory card.
Charging the Battery Electrical outlet Charge lamp Charging AC Adapter 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.
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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.
Camera Setup Press the power switch to turn on the camera. Use the flexible buttons and multi selector to select and adjust settings. Power switch Multi selector Flexible button 1 Flexible button 2 Left Right Flexible button 3 Flexible button 4 Down A language selection dialog will be Language...
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When prompted to set the camera clock, press flexible button 3 (R Yes). Use flexible button 2, 3, or 4 to choose a date format. Enter the current date and time and press flexible button 4 Date and time (O). Press JK to highlight items and press 2016 00 : 00...
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Confirm the waterproofing-related message and press K. Waterproofing precautions Waterproofing-related messages are displayed in the following situations. - When turning on and setting the camera for the first time - When setting the camera to Shoot under water (A41) or Underwater face framing (A42) - When turning the camera on after charging Confirm the message on the...
Basic Shooting and Playback Operations Shooting Images........................19 Playing Back Images......................21 Deleting Images........................22 Basic Shooting and Playback Operations...
Shooting Images A Point and shoot is used here as an example. In A Point and shoot, the camera recognizes the shooting conditions when you frame a picture, and you can take pictures in accordance with the conditions. Press flexible button 1. Battery level indicator Battery level indicator F: The battery level is high.
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Press the shutter-release button halfway. To press the shutter-release button “halfway” means to press and hold the button at the point where you feel a slight resistance. When the subject is in focus, the focus area or 1 / 2 5 0 1 / 2 5 0 F 3.3 F 3.3...
Playing Back Images Press the c (shooting/playback mode) 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 image to display.
Selecting Which Images You Want to Delete Use the multi selector JK to Erase selected pictures select an image to be deleted, and then press flexible button 2 (S). The selected image is indicated by a check mark. A check mark is displayed or removed every time you press flexible button 2 (S).
Restricting Image Deletion (Image Lock) To prevent accidental deletion of images, you can lock image deletion (A22) and formatting (A121). Press and hold down flexible 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 6 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 6 1 5 : 3 0 1 5 : 3 0 buttons 1 and 4 at the same time while in shooting mode or...
Connecting to a Smart Device (SnapBridge) Installing the SnapBridge App..................26 Connecting the Camera and a Smart Device .............27 Image Upload and Remote Photography ..............31 Connecting to a Smart Device (SnapBridge)
Bluetooth settings screen on the smart device. Screens in the SnapBridge App 1 You can view notices from Nikon and the SnapBridge app Help, as well as configure the app’s settings. 2 Primarily perform connection settings for smart devices and cameras.
Connecting the Camera and a Smart Device Use a sufficiently charged battery so that the camera does not turn off during the procedure. Insert a memory card with sufficient free space into the camera. Camera: In the camera settings menu M Network menu Network menu (A112), press flexible button 3 Airplane mode...
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Smart device: Launch the SnapBridge app and tap Pair with camera. When the dialog to select a camera is displayed, tap the camera you want to connect to. If you did not connect to the camera by tapping Skip at the upper-right of the screen when launching the SnapBridge app for the first time, tap Pair with camera in the A tab and proceed to step 5.
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Camera/smart device: Press flexible button 4 (O) on the camera and PAIR in the SnapBridge app. Auth. code 123456 Confirm that the same authentication code is displayed on the smart device and press OK. Camera/smart device: Finish the connection settings. Camera: Press flexible button 4 (A) when the dialog on the right is displayed.
To Learn More About the SnapBridge App See the online help for details on how to use the SnapBridge app (after connecting, refer to the SnapBridge app menu M Help). https://nikonimglib.com/snbr/onlinehelp/en/index.html If the Connection Is Unsuccessful If the camera displays Could not connect. when connecting - Press flexible button 3 (R Reconnect) and repeat the procedure from step 2 (A27) in “Connecting the Camera and a Smart Device”...
Image Upload and Remote Photography Image Upload There are three ways to upload images. Camera settings menu M Network menu M Send Automatically upload images while shooting M set Still images to On. to the smart device every time 1, 2 they are captured Movies cannot be uploaded automatically.
Remote Photography You can tap the A tab in the SnapBridge app M Remote photography to release the camera shutter using a smart device. Follow the instructions in the SnapBridge app to switch to a Wi-Fi connection. In iOS, a dialog related to Wi-Fi connections may be displayed. In such a case, see “If a Dialog Related to Wi-Fi Connections Is Displayed in iOS”...
If Images Cannot Be Uploaded Successfully If the connection is disconnected while uploading images through the Send while shooting or Mark for upload function in the camera, the connection and image upload may resume when you turn the camera off and then on again. You may be able to upload by canceling the connection and then establishing a connection again.
Shooting Features Functions Available in Shooting Mode (Shooting Menu) ........35 A Point and Shoot......................36 Flash Mode..........................37 Self-timer ..........................38 Smile Timer ..........................39 Choose a Style (Shooting with Selected Shooting Conditions and Effects) ...40 Decorate ..........................47 Change Colors ........................48 Change Sounds ........................49 Choose a Size .........................51 Using the Zoom ........................53 Focusing ..........................54...
Functions Available in Shooting Mode (Shooting Menu) Press a flexible button to display a menu. You can change the following settings. Flexible button Option Description Sets the shooting mode to A Point and shoot. The camera recognizes the shooting A Point and –...
A Point and Shoot When this camera is used for the first time, the shooting mode is set to A Point and shoot. The camera recognizes the shooting conditions when you frame a picture, and you can take pictures in accordance with the conditions. A Point and shoot is the default shooting mode for this camera.
Flash Mode You can select a flash mode to match the shooting conditions. Enter shooting mode M flexible button 2 (Z) M flexible button 2 (x Flash) Available Flash Modes w Auto flash The flash fires when necessary, such as in dim lighting. Flash off The flash does not fire.
Self-timer The camera is equipped with a self-timer that releases the shutter 10 seconds or 5 seconds after you press the shutter-release button. Enter shooting mode M flexible button 2 (Z) M flexible button 3 (i Self-timer) Press flexible button 3 (j 10 s) or flexible button 4 (r Self- Self-timer portrait timer).
Smile Timer When the camera detects a smiling face, you can take a picture automatically without pressing the shutter-release button. The skin softening function makes the skin tones of human faces smoother. Enter shooting mode M flexible button 2 (Z) M flexible button 3 (i Self-timer) M press I Press flexible button 2 Self-timer...
Choose a Style (Shooting with Selected Shooting Conditions and Effects) When a style (shooting condition and effect) is selected, camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected condition. The expected effect may not be achieved depending on the subject. Enter shooting mode M flexible button 3 (g) M flexible button 2 (g Choose a style) Use the multi selector JK to select Shoot close-ups...
Tips and Notes D Shoot night scenes When the shutter-release button is pressed all the way, the camera captures a series of images which are combined into a single image and saved. Once the shutter-release button is pressed all the way, hold the camera still until a still image is displayed.
J Underwater face framing You can take pictures of human faces underwater automatically without submerging your face. When Underwater face framing is set, the waterproofing-related messages are displayed. Confirm each message and press the multi selector K to display the next message. Press flexible button 4 (O) to skip the messages and change to the shooting screen.
I Take a series of pictures While the shutter-release button is held all the way down, the camera shoots images continuously. The camera shoots up to 11 images continuously at a rate of about 4.7 frames per second (fps) (when Choose a size > Photo size is set to D Large (13 megapixels)). The frame rate for continuous shooting may vary depending on the current photo size setting, the memory card used, or shooting condition.
L Mirror You can take pictures that are vertically or horizontally symmetrical over the center of the frame. Press flexible button 2 (c Top ➝ bottom) or flexible button 3 (b Left ➝ right) to set the flip direction. When c Top ➝ bottom is selected, the top half of the screen is flipped over the bottom half, and the image is composited and displayed.
Q Take soft pictures Softens the image by adding a slight blur to areas outside of the guide displayed on the screen. A guide is displayed on the screen. Compose the shot so that the main subject is contained within the guide. The flash is set to w Auto flash, but the setting can be changed (A37).
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U Add light trails 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. Press flexible button 2 (V Night scenes), or flexible button 3 (S Night sky).
Decorate You can add a frame around your images when taking pictures. Enter shooting mode M flexible button 3 (g) M flexible button 3 (A Decorate) The C Choose a size > A Photo size setting is fixed at F Small (2 megapixels) (A51).
Change Colors You can adjust brightness (exposure compensation) and vividness when taking pictures. You can also select one color to keep in your images and turn the rest of the colors to shades of black and white. Enter shooting mode M flexible button 3 (g) M flexible button 4 (d Change colors) Use flexible button 2, 3, or 4 to select the setting.
Change Sounds You can configure the shutter and button sounds. Enter shooting mode M flexible button 4 (l) M flexible button 2 (u Change sounds) y Pick a shutter sound Allows you to select the sound heard when the shutter is released and when the focus has been locked.
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Press flexible button 4 (O). Pick a shutter sound The sound is set. Muting All Sounds On the screen displayed in step 1, press flexible button 4 (u Turn sounds on or off) M flexible button 3 (z Turn sounds off), in that order, to mute all sounds. To cancel the mute, press flexible button 4 (u Turn sounds on or off) M flexible button 2 (u Turn sounds on), in that order.
Choose a Size Set the size of still images and movies. Choose a Photo Size Select the combination of image size and compression ratio to be used when saving images. The larger the image size, the larger the size at which it can be printed, and the lower the compression ratio, the higher the quality of the images, but the number of images that can be saved is reduced.
Choose a Movie Frame Size Select the desired movie option to record. Enter shooting mode M flexible button 4 (l) M flexible button 3 (C Choose a size) M flexible button 3 (N Movie frame size) Aspect ratio Option Image size (horizontal to Frame rate vertical)
Using the Zoom When you press the multi selector HI, the zoom lens Zoom in position changes. To zoom in: Press H. To zoom out: Press I. When you turn the camera on, the zoom moves to the maximum wide-angle position. Zoom out A zoom indicator is displayed on the shooting screen when the multi selector HI is pressed.
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 when you press the shutter-release button halfway. Focus Press halfway and exposure remain locked while the button is pressed halfway.
Using Skin Softening In the following settings, if human faces are detected, the camera processes the image to soften facial skin tones before saving the image (up to three faces). Smile timer (A39) Make skin prettier can also be applied to saved images by using Add makeup in playback mode (A67).
Focus Lock Focus lock shooting is recommended when the camera does not activate the focus area that contains the desired subject. The following explains how to use focus lock when the focus area is displayed in the center of the frame. Position the subject in the 1 / 2 5 0 1 / 2 5 0...
Functions That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously When Shooting Some functions cannot be used with other menu options. Restricted Option Description function When Shoot night scenes, Photograph food, Take a series of pictures, Photograph Choose a style Flash fireworks, Shoot backlit scenes, Shoot a (A40) movie miniature, or Add light trails is selected, the flash cannot be used.
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Restricted Option Description function When Shoot night scenes, Shoot at intervals, Choose a style Take a series of pictures, Photograph Electronic VR (A40) fireworks, Shoot backlit scenes, or Add light trails is selected, electronic VR is disabled. Smile timer When Smile timer is selected, digital zoom (A39) cannot be used.
Playback Features Playback Zoom........................60 Thumbnail Playback ......................61 Functions Available in Playback Mode (Playback Menu)........62 E Exchange Messages ......................63 V Picture Play ........................66 A Grading..........................78 I Favorites..........................82 G View by Date ........................86 m Slide Show ........................87 E Mark for Upload ......................91 y Retouch..........................92 Playback Features...
Functions Available in Playback Mode (Playback Menu) When viewing images in full-frame playback mode, you can select one of the flexible buttons (A7) and display the corresponding menu. Flexible button Option Description Exchange Allows you to add voice messages to your messages images.
E Exchange Messages Voice messages can be recorded and attached to images. You can attach up to two messages to each image. Enter playback mode M select an image M flexible button 1 (V) M flexible button 2 (E Exchange messages) Leave a Message Press flexible button 2 (q Record).
Press flexible button 4 (O). Message recorded. is displayed and the message is attached to the image. Delete the current message before recording a new message (A65). 1 0 s 1 0 s Leave a Reply Press flexible button 2 Exchange messages (q Record).
Play Recordings Press flexible button 3 (K Play recordings). The camera plays the message. If two messages have been recorded, they are played back to back. Press flexible button 1 (Q) to stop playback. Use the multi selector HI during playback to adjust playback volume.
V Picture Play Before Editing Images You can easily edit images on this camera. Edited copies are saved as separate files (except for Rotate pictures). 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 (there is no restriction on the number of times Rotate pictures can be applied).
K Add Makeup Enter playback mode M select an image M flexible button 1 (V) M flexible button 3 (V Picture play) M use JK to select K M flexible button 4 (O) Use the multi selector HIJK Subject selection to select the face that you want to retouch and press flexible button 4 (O).
Notes About Add Makeup One face can be edited at a time. To add makeup to another face, edit the edited image again. Depending on the direction in which faces are looking, or the brightness of faces, the camera may be unable to accurately detect faces, or the function may not perform as expected.
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Press flexible button 4 (O). Make photo albums Use JK to select the desired Choose an album design photo album design and press flexible button 4 (O). Photo albums are displayed one page at a time. After all pages have been displayed, the camera returns to Have fun with pictures menu.
W Add a Fisheye Effect Enter playback mode M select an image M flexible button 1 (V) M flexible button 3 (V Picture play) M use JK to select W M flexible button 4 (O) Make an image look as if it were captured with a fisheye lens. This effect is well-suited for images captured using Shoot close-ups in the shooting menu.
Q Soften Pictures Enter playback mode M select an image M flexible button 1 (V) M flexible button 3 (V Picture play) M use JK to select Q M flexible button 4 (O) Soften the image by adding a slight blur around the center of the image. Four blur regions are available.
M Add a Diorama Effect Enter playback mode M select an image M flexible button 1 (V) M flexible button 3 (V Picture play) M use JK to select M M flexible button 4 (O) Make an image look like a miniature scene captured in macro mode. This effect is well-suited for images captured from a high vantage point with the main subject at the center of the image.
P Highlight Colors Enter playback mode M select an image M flexible button 1 (V) M flexible button 3 (V Picture play) M use JK to select P M flexible button 4 (O) Create a black and white image in which only the specified color remains. Use the multi selector JK to select Highlight colors a color and press flexible button 4...
A Decorate Enter playback mode M select an image M flexible button 1 (V) M flexible button 3 (V Picture play) M use JK to select A M flexible button 4 (O) Add a frame around your images. The image size of the edited copy varies depending on the size of the original image, as described below.
F Add Cartoon Effects Enter playback mode M select an image M flexible button 1 (V) M flexible button 3 (V Picture play) M use JK to select F M flexible button 4 (O) Make a captured image look like a panel from a comic by drawing lines. Three effects are available.
G Stamp Enter playback mode M select an image M flexible button 1 (V) M flexible button 3 (V Picture play) M use JK to select G M flexible button 4 (O) Add stamps to an image. You can enlarge or shrink, move, and rotate the stamps. Use the multi selector JK to Choose a subject select the subject to which the...
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In f (rotate), press flexible button 2 Stamp (f) or flexible button 3 (e) to adjust the direction of the stamp, and press flexible button 4 (O). Confirm the effect and press Preview flexible button 4 (O). To change the settings, press flexible button 1 (Q) to return to step 2.
A Grading This function is displayed when Variety menu (A117) is set to On. Grade images by using A Excellent or B Good. You can use View graded pictures to play back only the images that have grade marks. Enter playback mode M flexible button 1 (V) M flexible button 4 (A Grading) Grade Pictures Press flexible button 2 (A Grade pictures).
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Changing or Removing Grades from Individual Images In step 2 (A78) of “Grade Pictures”, 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 6 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 6 1 5 : 3 0 1 5 : 3 0 select the image with the grade you want to change or remove.
View Graded Pictures Press flexible button 3 (B View graded pictures). Grading Grade pictures View graded pictures Remove all grades Press flexible button 2 (A Excellent) or flexible View graded pictures button 3 (B Good). Excellent Only images with the grade mark you Good selected are displayed.
Remove All Grades Press flexible button 4 (w Remove all grades). Grading Grade pictures View graded pictures Remove all grades Press flexible button 2 (a Excellent) or flexible Remove all grades button 3 (b Good). Excellent Good Press flexible button 3 (R Yes). The selected grade mark is removed Remove all grades? from all images.
I Favorites This function is displayed when Variety menu (A117) is set to Off. You can use View favorites to play back only the images added to favorites. Enter playback mode M flexible button 1 (V) M flexible button 4 (I Favorites) Add to Favorites Press flexible button 2 (I Add to favorites).
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Removing Favorites from Individual Images In step 2 (A82) of “Add to Favorites”, 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 6 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 6 1 5 : 3 0 1 5 : 3 0 select the image that you want to remove from favorites.
Remove From Favorites Press flexible button 4 (w Remove from favorites). Favorites Add to favorites View favorites Remove from favorites Press flexible button 3 (R Yes). Remove all pictures from All images added to favorites are favorites? removed. Playback Features I Favorites...
G View by Date Play back images by selecting the shooting date from the calendar. Enter playback mode M flexible button 2 (Z) M flexible button 2 (G View by date) Use the multi selector HIJK 2 0 1 6 to select the desired date and M T u W T h F 2 3 4 5...
m Slide Show 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. Background music is played during playback. Background music varies depending on the theme selected under n Choose a theme (A90).
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Press flexible button 2 (A Start). Slide show The slide show begins. Start Choose pictures Choose a theme To pause playback, press flexible button 4 (D). To exit, press flexible button 1 (Q). While the slide show is in progress, press the multi selector K to display the next image or J to display the previous image.
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Pick a Series Press flexible button 2 (o Choose pictures). Pick a series The first image in the folder where Choose pictures images captured using Shoot at intervals are saved is displayed. Pick a speed Use flexible button 2 (K Next series) or flexible button 3 Choose pictures (J Previous series) to select...
Press flexible button 2 (A Start). Slide show The slide show begins. Start Choose pictures Choose a theme Choose a Theme Press flexible button 4 (n Choose a theme). Slide show Start Choose pictures Choose a theme Use flexible button 2, 3, or 4 to select a playback theme.
E Mark for Upload Select still images in the camera and upload them to a smart device that has a wireless connection established with the SnapBridge app. The size of images that are uploaded is restricted to 2 megapixels. To upload still images at their original size, use Download pictures in the SnapBridge app.
y Retouch Copy or rotate images or create a small copy of the current image. Enter playback mode M flexible button 4 (l) M flexible button 3 (y Retouch) h Copy 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.
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Use the multi selector JK to Selected images select an image and press flexible button 2 (S). The selected image is indicated by a check mark. A check mark is displayed or removed each time you press flexible button 2 (S).
d Rotate Pictures Specify the orientation in which saved images are displayed during playback. Still images can be rotated 90 degrees clockwise or 90 degrees counterclockwise. Press flexible button 3 (d Rotate pictures). Retouch Copy Rotate pictures Small picture Press flexible button 2 (e) or Rotate pictures flexible button 3 (f).
s Small Picture Create a small copy of images. Press flexible button 4 (s Small picture). Retouch Copy Rotate pictures Small picture Use flexible button 2 (D) or Small picture flexible button 3 (E) to select 1 0 2 4 × 7 6 8 1 0 2 4 ×...
Recording and Playing Back Movies When using the camera’s internal memory, the movie frame size (A52) can be set to H Small (640) or C Small (old-fashioned). Display the shooting screen. Check the remaining amount of movie recording time. 2 1 0 0 2 1 0 0 2 5 m 0 s 2 5 m 0 s...
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Area Captured in Movies The area that is captured in a movie varies depending on Movie frame size (A52). When recording movies while Electronic VR (A119) in the camera settings is set to Auto, the angle of view (i.e., the area visible in the frame) is narrow compared to that of still images.
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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.
Operations During Movie Playback To adjust the volume, press the multi selector When HI while a movie is playing. paused You can use the flexible buttons to perform the following operations. During playback Volume indicator Function Icon Description Advance Hold down the button to advance the movie. Rewind Hold down the button to rewind the movie.
Connecting the Camera to a TV, Printer, or Computer Utilizing Images ......................... 102 Viewing Images on a TV....................103 Printing Images Without a Computer................ 104 Transferring Images to a Computer (ViewNX-i) ............. 108 Connecting the Camera to a TV, Printer, or Computer...
Utilizing Images In addition to using the SnapBridge app 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.
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. HDMI micro connector (Type D) to HDMI jack Set the TV’s input to external input.
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.
If the PictBridge Startup Screen Is Not Displayed When Auto is selected for Charge by computer (A125), it may be impossible to print images with direct connection of the camera to some printers. If the PictBridge startup screen is not displayed after the camera is turned on, turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable.
Printing Multiple Images When the Print selection Print selection screen is displayed, press flexible button 3 (p). Press flexible button 4 (c Paper size). Print menu Use JK to select the paper size and Print selection press flexible button 4 (O). Print all images To print with the paper size setting configured on the printer, select...
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Print selection Select images (up to 99) and the Print selection number of copies (up to 9) of each. Use the multi selector JK to select images, and use flexible button 2 (X) or flexible button 3 (Y) to specify the number of copies to be printed.
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.
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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.
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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.
Camera Settings Menu Enter shooting mode or playback mode M flexible button 4 (l) M flexible button 4 (l Camera settings) The settings of the menu options listed below can be configured. Option Description Allows you to configure the wireless network settings to Network menu connect the camera and a smart device.
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Option Description View some of the conformity markings that this camera Conformity marking has obtained. Firmware version View the current camera firmware version. General Camera Setup Camera Settings Menu...
l Camera Settings Network Menu Enter shooting mode or playback mode M flexible button 4 (l) M flexible button 4 (l Camera settings) M press HI M C Network menu Configure the wireless network settings to connect the camera and a smart device. Some settings cannot be changed while a wireless connection is established.
Option Description B Connection Select Disable to turn off Bluetooth communication. Change the smart device to connect with, or delete the W Paired connected smart device. This camera can be paired with devices up to five smart devices, but can connect to only one B Bluetooth device at a time.
Welcome Screen Enter shooting mode or playback mode M flexible button 4 (l) M flexible button 4 (l Camera settings) M press HI M I Welcome screen Select whether or not the welcome screen is displayed when you turn on the camera. Option Description h Off...
Variety Menu Enter shooting mode or playback mode M flexible button 4 (l) M flexible button 4 (l Camera settings) M press HI M h Variety menu Set whether or not to use all of the camera’s functions. Option Description h On Enables use of all functions.
Brightness Enter shooting mode or playback mode M flexible button 4 (l) M flexible button 4 (l Camera settings) M press HI M K Brightness Adjust the brightness. The default setting is 3. Use the multi selector JK to select the desired brightness and press flexible button 4 (O).
Electronic VR Enter shooting mode or playback mode M flexible button 4 (l) M flexible button 4 (l Camera settings) M press HI M M Electronic VR Select the electronic VR (vibration reduction) setting used when shooting. Option Description In the following conditions, the effects of camera shake are reduced when shooting.
AF Assist Enter shooting mode or playback mode M flexible button 4 (l) M flexible button 4 (l Camera settings) M press HI M r AF assist 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 1.9 m (6 ft 2 in.) at the u Auto (default setting) maximum wide-angle position and about 1.7 m (5 ft 6 in.) at...
Format Card/Format Memory Enter shooting mode or playback mode M flexible button 4 (l) M flexible button 4 (l Camera settings) M press HI M N Format card/O Format memory Use this option to format a memory card or the internal memory. Formatting the memory cards or internal memory permanently deletes all data.
Language Enter shooting mode or playback mode M flexible button 4 (l) M flexible button 4 (l Camera settings) M press HI M P Language Select a language for display of camera menus and messages. Image Comment Enter shooting mode or playback mode M flexible button 4 (l) M flexible button 4 (l Camera settings) M press HI M J Image comment Attach a comment that was previously registered to images that will be captured.
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.
Location Data Enter shooting mode or playback mode M flexible button 4 (l) M flexible button 4 (l Camera settings) M press HI M P Location data Set whether or not to add shooting location information to the images that you take. Option Description Select flexible button 2 (V On) to add location information...
Charge by Computer Enter shooting mode or playback mode M flexible button 4 (l) M flexible button 4 (l Camera settings) M press HI M g Charge by computer Option Description When the camera is connected to a computer that is running u Auto (A102), the battery inserted into the camera is automatically (default setting)
Reset All Enter shooting mode or playback mode M flexible button 4 (l) M flexible button 4 (l Camera settings) M press HI M S Reset all When flexible button 3 (R Reset) is selected, the camera’s settings are restored to their default values.
Technical Notes Notices........................... 128 Notes About Wireless Communication Functions ..........130 Caring for the Product ..................... 132 The Camera ......................... 132 The Battery ........................133 The Charging AC Adapter..................134 Memory Cards......................135 Cleaning and Storage ...................... 136 Cleaning After Using the Camera Underwater ..........136 Cleaning After Using the Camera in Conditions Other than Underwater...
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.
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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...
(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.
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Notice for Customers in Europe Declaration of Conformity (Europe) Hereby, Nikon Corporation declares that the radio equipment type COOLPIX W100 is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: http://imaging.nikon.com/support/pdf/DoC_W100.pdf.
Caring for the Product Observe the precautions described below in addition to the warnings in “For Your Safety” (Avi-viii) and “<Important> Notes About Shockproof, Waterproof, and Dustproof Performance and Condensation” (Aix-xii) 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.
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.
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. Charge the exhausted battery before use. Storing the Battery Always remove the battery from the camera or optional battery charger when it is not being used.
Memory Cards Precautions for Use Use only Secure Digital memory cards (A156). 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.
Cleaning and Storage Cleaning After Using the Camera Underwater Follow the procedure below to rinse the camera with fresh water within 60 minutes after using it underwater or at the beach. 1. Keep the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover closed and wash off the camera with fresh water.
Storage If you do not intend to use the camera for an extended period, remove the battery and avoid storing the camera in any of the following types of locations: Places that are poorly ventilated or subject to humidity of over 60% Places exposed to temperatures above 50°C (122°F) or below –10°C (14°F) Places next to equipment that produces strong electromagnetic fields, such as televisions or radios...
Error Messages Refer to the table below if an error message is displayed. Display Cause/Solution Battery temperature is elevated. The camera The camera turns off automatically. Wait until the will turn off. camera or battery temperature has cooled before – resuming use.
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All images are hidden. There are no images available for a slide show, etc. Turn the camera off and If the error persists, contact your retailer or Nikon- then on again. authorized service representative. An error occurred while communicating with the Communications error printer.
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Display Cause/Solution Replace the ink cartridge and press flexible button 3 Printer error: out of ink. – (R Resume) to resume printing.* There is a problem with the image file to be printed. Printer error: file corrupt. – Press flexible button 4 (S Cancel) to cancel printing. * See the documentation provided with your printer for further guidance and information.
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.
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Problem Cause/Solution Confirm all connections. When connected to a computer, the camera may not charge for any of the reasons described below. - Off is selected for Charge by computer in the camera settings menu. - Battery charging stops if the camera is turned off. –...
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Problem Cause/Solution Screen for setting The clock battery is exhausted; all settings were restored time and date is to their default values. Configure the camera settings displayed when the again. camera is turned on. The internal clock battery is used to power the camera clock and to retain certain settings.
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Problem Cause/Solution Use the flash. Enable electronic VR. Images are blurred. Use a tripod to stabilize the camera (using the self- timer at the same time is more effective). Bright specks appear The flash is reflecting off particles in the air. Set the flash in images captured mode setting to y Flash off.
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Problem Cause/Solution In some shooting conditions, facial skin tones may not be softened. Skin tones are not For images containing four or more faces, try using softened. Make skin prettier in Add makeup in the playback menu. It may take more time to save images in the following situations: When the noise reduction function is in operation, –...
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Problem Cause/Solution Messages cannot be attached to movies. – Delete the message for an image before recording a Cannot record new one. messages. – Messages cannot be attached to images captured with other cameras. Some images cannot be edited. Images that have 66, 80, already been edited may not be edited again.
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External Device Issues Problem Cause/Solution See “Connecting to a Smart Device (SnapBridge)” when establishing a wireless connection for the first time. Also see “If the Connection Is Unsuccessful.” If a wireless connection is established, perform the following operations. - Turn the camera off and then on again. - Restart the SnapBridge app.
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The USB cable is not correctly connected. 102, does not start when The camera is not recognized by the computer. the camera is The computer is not set to start Nikon Transfer 2 – connected. automatically. For more information about Nikon –...
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Problem Cause/Solution With some PictBridge-compatible printers, the The PictBridge PictBridge startup screen may not be displayed and it startup screen is not may be impossible to print images when Auto is displayed when the selected for Charge by computer in the camera camera is connected settings menu.
File Names Images, movies, or messages are assigned file names as follows. File name: DSCN 0001 .JPG Not shown on the screen of the camera. DSCN: Original still images, movies DSCA: Message DSCB: Message (reply) (1) Identifier SSCN: Small picture copies RSCN: Cropped copies FSCN: Images created by an image editing function other than crop and small picture, photo albums...
Optional Accessories MH-66 Battery Charger Battery charger It takes about 1 hour and 50 minutes to charge a fully exhausted battery. EH-62G 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.
Specifications Nikon COOLPIX W100 Digital Camera Type Compact digital camera 13.2 million (Image processing may reduce the number of Number of effective pixels effective pixels.) Image sensor 1/3.1-in. type CMOS; approx. 14.17 million total pixels Lens NIKKOR lens with 3× optical zoom 4.1–12.3 mm (angle of view equivalent to that of 30–90 mm...
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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, Supported languages Japanese, Korean, Marathi, Norwegian, Persian, Polish, Portuguese (European and Brazilian), Romanian, Russian, Serbian, Spanish, Swedish, Tamil, Telugu, Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian, Vietnamese One EN-EL19 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery (included)
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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.
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“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.
Index Brightness............48 Symbols A Point and shoot........36 Brush..............x c Playback mode........21 Button sound ..........49 l Camera settings menu..... 112 b (e Movie-record) button..2, 97 Camera settings ........114 c (Shooting/playback mode) button Camera settings menu......112 ................
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Exchange messages ........63 Leave a message (recording a Exposure compensation......48 message)............63 Eyelet for camera strap ....... 2 Leave a reply (recording a message) ................64 Lens............. 2, 152 Face detection ..........54 Location data ..........124 Favorites............82 File name............
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