COOLPIX by Nikon L105 User Manual

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viiiTable of ContentsBasic Photography and Playback: G Easy Auto Mode ... 20Step 1 Turn the Camera

88Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersPrinting Images One at a TimeAfter connecting the camera to the printer corr

89Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers6 Choose Start print and press k.7 Printing starts.Monitor display returns t

90Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers4 Choose Print selection, Print all images or DPOF printing and press k.Prin

91Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers5 Printing starts.• Monitor display returns to the print menu (step 2) when

92Basic Camera SetupBasic Camera SetupSetup MenuThe setup menu contains the following options.a Menus A 95Select how menus are displayed.c Welcome scr

93Setup MenuBasic Camera SetupDisplaying the Setup Menu1 Press d.The menu is displayed.• When using easy auto mode, scene mode, or smart portrait mode

94Setup MenuBasic Camera Setup4 Press K or k.• You can now select an item from the setup menu.• Use the multi selector to choose and apply settings (A

95Setup MenuBasic Camera Setupa MenusSelect how menus are displayed.Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A 93) M a Menusw Text (default setting)Menus

96Setup MenuBasic Camera Setupc Welcome ScreenSpecify the welcome screen displayed when the camera is turned on.Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A

97Setup MenuBasic Camera Setupd DateSet the camera clock.Setting Travel Destination Time Zone1 Use the multi selector to choose Time zone and press k.

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98Setup MenuBasic Camera Setup3 Press K.The new city time zone menu is displayed.4 Press J or K to select the travel destination time zone (city name)

99Setup MenuBasic Camera SetupD Time ZonesThe camera supports the time zones listed below.For time zones not listed below, set the camera's clock

100Setup MenuBasic Camera Setupe Monitor SettingsThe following settings are available.Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A 93) M e Monitor settings

101Setup MenuBasic Camera SetupPhoto InfoSelect whether or not photo info is displayed.See “The Monitor” (A 8, 9) for information on indicators in the

102Setup MenuBasic Camera Setupf Date ImprintThe shooting date and time can be imprinted in images at the time of shooting. This information can be pr

103Setup MenuBasic Camera Setupg Vibration ReductionSpecify the vibration reduction setting for shooting still images. Vibration reduction effectively

104Setup MenuBasic Camera SetupU Motion DetectionSpecify whether or not motion detection is used to reduce the effects of subject movement and camera

105Setup MenuBasic Camera Setupi Sound SettingsSpecify sound settings.Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A 93) M i Sound settingsButton soundTurn th

106Setup MenuBasic Camera Setupk Auto OffWhen the camera is on and a period of time passes without any operations, the camera will enter standby mode

107Setup MenuBasic Camera Setupl Format Memory/m Format CardUse this option to format the internal memory or a memory card.Formatting internal memoryT

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108Setup MenuBasic Camera Setupn LanguageSelect one of 24 languages for display of camera menus and messages.H TV SettingsAdjust settings for connecti

109Setup MenuBasic Camera Setupd Blink WarningSet whether or not to detect human subjects with eyes closed when shooting pictures using face detection

110Setup MenuBasic Camera Setupp Reset AllWhen Reset is selected, the camera’s settings will be restored to their default values.Pop-up MenuScene Mode

111Setup MenuBasic Camera SetupSetup MenuOthers• Choosing Reset all also clears the current file number (A 121) from the memory. Numbering will contin

112Setup MenuBasic Camera Setups Battery TypeTo ensure that the camera shows the correct battery level (A 20), choose the type that matches the batter

113Setup MenuBasic Camera Setupf Rotate ImageSet the image orientation (vertical or horizontal frame) displayed on the camera monitor after the pictur

114Setup MenuBasic Camera Setuph Copy: Copying Between Memory Card and Internal MemoryCopy images between the internal memory and a memory card.1 Sele

115Setup MenuBasic Camera Setupr Firmware VersionView the current camera firmware version.Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A 93) M r Firmware vers

116Notes on Camera Care and General UsageNotes on Camera Care and General UsageCaring for the CameraTo ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon produc

117Caring for the CameraNotes on Camera Care and General UsageC The Battery• After purchasing replacement rechargeable batteries, charge them before u

1IntroductionIntroductionAbout This ManualThank you for purchasing a Nikon COOLPIX L105 digital camera. This manual was written to help you enjoy taki

118Caring for the CameraNotes on Camera Care and General UsageCleaningDo not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals.LensAvoid touching glas

119Caring for the CameraNotes on Camera Care and General UsageStorageTurn the camera off when not in use. Check that the power-on lamp is off before p

120Technical NotesTechnical NotesOptional Accessories* When using with the COOLPIX L105, charge the four EN-MH2 rechargeable Ni-MH batteries at a time

121Technical NotesImage File and Folder NamesImages and movies are assigned file names as follows.• Files are saved in folders named with a folder num

122Technical NotesError MessagesThe following table lists the error messages and other warnings displayed in the monitor, as well as the solutions for

123Error MessagesTechnical NotesPCard is not formatted.Format card?YesNoMemory card has not been formatted for use in COOLPIX L105.All data saved on t

124Error MessagesTechnical NotesNMemory contains no images.No images in the internal memory or memory card.Remove memory card to play back images from

125Error MessagesTechnical Notes* See the documentation provided with your printer for further guidance and information.System errorQError has occurre

126Technical NotesTroubleshootingIf the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer

127TroubleshootingTechnical NotesElectronically Controlled CamerasIn extremely rare instances, unusual characters may appear in the monitor and the ca

2IntroductionInformation and PrecautionsLife-Long LearningAs part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product support and education,

128TroubleshootingTechnical NotesFlash does not fire. • The built-in flash is lowered, or flash mode is set to W (Off).• Some scene modes that cannot

129TroubleshootingTechnical NotesPlaybackUnexpected results when flash set to V (auto with red-eye reduction).When taking pictures with V (auto with r

130TroubleshootingTechnical NotesImages to be printed are not displayed.Memory card contains no images. Replace memory card. Remove memory card to pri

131Technical NotesSpecificationsNikon COOLPIX L105 Digital CameraType Compact digital cameraEffective pixels 12.1 millionImage sensor 1/2.3-in. type C

132SpecificationsTechnical NotesExposureMetering256-segment matrix, center-weighted (when using up to 2× digital zoom), spot (digital zoom 2× or more)

133SpecificationsTechnical Notes• Unless otherwise stated, all figures are basically for a camera with fully-charged LR6/L40 (AA-size) alkaline batter

134SpecificationsTechnical NotesSupported Standards• DCF: Design Rule for Camera File System is a standard widely used in the digital camera industry

135Technical NotesIndexSymbolsk (apply selection) button 5, 11b (movie-record) button 5, 10c (Playback) button 5, 10A (shooting mode) button 5, 10A Au

136IndexTechnical NotesEEasy auto mode 20, 28EH-67 15, 120EN-MH2 14, 112, 117, 120Exposure compensation 33Extension 121Eyelet for camera strap 4FFile

137IndexTechnical NotesParty/indoor f 37Photo info 100PictBridge 86, 134Playback 26, 27, 59, 60, 62, 79Playback button 5, 10Playback menu 63Playback z

3Information and PrecautionsIntroductionNotice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or ReproductionNote that simply being in possession of material that

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2011No 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

4IntroductionParts of the CameraThe Camera Body121391011765843211Zoom control ...23f : wide ...

5Parts of the CameraIntroduction12 13 1410 911765843211 Monitor ...82 Multi selector ..

6Parts of the CameraIntroductionRaising and Lowering the Built-in FlashRaising the built-in flashSee “Using the Flash” (A 29) for more information abo

7Parts of the CameraIntroductionAttaching the Camera Strap and Lens CapAttach the lens cap to the camera strap, and then attach the strap to the camer

Trademark Information• Microsoft, Windows and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United Stat

8Parts of the CameraIntroductionThe MonitorThe following indicators may be displayed in the monitor during shooting and playback (actual display varie

9Parts of the CameraIntroductionPlayback* The icon displayed varies with the setting that was set at the time of shooting.9999.JPG9 9 9 9 . J P G9999.

10IntroductionBasic OperationsA (shooting mode) buttonc (playback) buttonb (movie-record) button• Press A in playback mode to enter shooting mode.• Pr

11Basic OperationsIntroductionThe Multi SelectorThis section describes standard uses of the multi selector to select modes, select menu options and to

12Basic OperationsIntroductiond buttonPress d to display the menu for the selected mode.• Use the multi selector to apply settings (A 11).• Select a t

13Basic OperationsIntroductionHelp DisplaysRotate the zoom control to g (j) when M /j is displayed at the lower right of the menu screen to view a des

14First StepsFirst StepsInserting the Batteries1 Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.• Before opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot

15Inserting the BatteriesFirst StepsB Removing the BatteriesBefore opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover, turn the camera off and confirm

16First StepsSetting Display Language, Date and TimeA language-selection and date setting screen for the internal clock is displayed the first time th

17Setting Display Language, Date and TimeFirst Steps5 Change the date and time.• Press H or I to edit the highlighted item.• Press K to move the curso

iIntroductionFirst StepsBasic Photography and Playback: G Easy Auto ModeMore on ShootingMore on PlaybackEditing ImageMovie Recording and PlaybackConne

18First StepsInserting Memory CardsImages are saved in the camera’s internal memory (approximately 102 MB) or on removable Secure Digital (SD) memory

19Inserting Memory CardsFirst StepsRemoving Memory CardsBefore opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover, turn the camera off and confirm tha

20Basic Photography and Playback: G Easy Auto ModeBasic Photography and Playback: G Easy Auto ModeStep 1 Turn the Camera On and Select G (Easy Auto) M

21Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select G (Easy Auto) ModeBasic Photography and Playback: G Easy Auto ModeIndicators Displayed in G (Easy auto) ModeThe

22Basic Photography and Playback: G Easy Auto ModeStep 2 Frame a Picture1 Ready the camera.• Hold the camera steadily in both hands, keeping your fing

23Step 2 Frame a PictureBasic Photography and Playback: G Easy Auto ModeUsing the ZoomUse the zoom control to activate optical zoom.Rotate the zoom co

24Basic Photography and Playback: G Easy Auto ModeStep 3 Focus and Shoot1 Press the shutter-release button halfway.• Press halfway (A 13) to focus. Wh

25Step 3 Focus and ShootBasic Photography and Playback: G Easy Auto ModeB During SavingWhile images are being saved, the number of exposures remaining

26Basic Photography and Playback: G Easy Auto ModeStep 4 Viewing and Deleting ImagesViewing Images (Playback Mode)Press c.• The last image taken is di

27Step 4 Viewing and Deleting ImagesBasic Photography and Playback: G Easy Auto ModeC Playback ModeSee “More on Playback” (A 59) and “Editing Image” (

iiFor Your SafetyTo prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety b

28Basic Photography and Playback: G Easy Auto ModeEasy Auto ModeAutomatic Scene SelectionThe camera automatically selects one of the following scenes

29Basic Photography and Playback: G Easy Auto ModeUsing the FlashIn dark locations or when the subject is backlit, you can shoot pictures with flash b

30Using the FlashBasic Photography and Playback: G Easy Auto Mode2 Press m (flash mode) on the multi selector.• The flash menu is displayed.3 Press th

31Using the FlashBasic Photography and Playback: G Easy Auto ModeC The Flash Mode SettingThe default setting of flash mode depends on the shooting mod

32Basic Photography and Playback: G Easy Auto ModeTaking Pictures with the Self-timerWhen using the self-timer, pictures are taken 10 seconds after th

33Basic Photography and Playback: G Easy Auto ModeAdjusting the Brightness: Exposure CompensationExposure compensation is used to alter exposure from

34More on ShootingMore on ShootingSelecting Shooting ModeSelect the shooting mode from G easy auto mode, b scene mode, F smart portrait, d sport conti

35More on ShootingShooting Suited for the Scene (Scene Mode)Camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected scene type. The following sce

36Shooting Suited for the Scene (Scene Mode)More on ShootingFeaturesThe following icons are used for descriptions in this section: X: flash mode when

37Shooting Suited for the Scene (Scene Mode)More on Shooting*1Flash mode is set to fill flash with slow sync and red-eye reduction, and cannot be chan

iiiFor Your SafetyObserve caution when handling the batteryThe battery may leak or explode if improperly handled. Observe the following precautions wh

38Shooting Suited for the Scene (Scene Mode)More on Shooting* Other settings can be selected.* Other settings can be selected.* Other settings can be

39Shooting Suited for the Scene (Scene Mode)More on Shooting* Other settings can be selected.* Other settings can be selected. Note that the flash may

40Shooting Suited for the Scene (Scene Mode)More on Shooting* Other settings can be selected.* Other settings can be selected.u FoodUse this mode when

41Shooting Suited for the Scene (Scene Mode)More on Shooting* Other settings can be selected.* Other settings can be selected.* Other settings can be

42Shooting Suited for the Scene (Scene Mode)More on ShootingTaking Pictures for a PanoramaThe camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame

43Shooting Suited for the Scene (Scene Mode)More on Shooting5 Press k when shooting is completed.• The camera returns to step 2.EndEnd1111B Panorama A

44More on ShootingCapturing Smiling Faces Automatically (Smart Portrait Mode)The camera detects a smiling face to shoot the face automatically.1 Press

45Capturing Smiling Faces Automatically (Smart Portrait Mode)More on ShootingB Face Detection and Smiling Face Detection features• In some shooting co

46More on ShootingShooting Continuously at High Speed (Sport Continuous)Sport continuous mode allows rapid, continuous shooting while you press and ho

47Shooting Continuously at High Speed (Sport Continuous)More on ShootingSport Continuous MenuThe following items can be set in the sport continuous me

ivFor Your SafetyUse appropriate cablesWhen connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for the pur

48More on ShootingAuto ModeIn A (auto) mode, macro mode (A49) and exposure compensation (A33) can be applied and pictures can be taken using flash mod

49Auto ModeMore on ShootingMacro ModeMacro mode is used for taking pictures of objects as close as 1 cm (0.4 in.). Note that the flash may be unable t

50Auto ModeMore on ShootingShooting Menu (Auto Mode)While shooting in A (auto) mode (A 48), the shooting menu contains the following options.Displayin

51Auto ModeMore on ShootingA Image Mode (Image Quality/Image Size)Choose image size and quality (compression). The size of the files, and with it the

52Auto ModeMore on ShootingC Number of Exposures RemainingThe following table lists the approximate number of images that can be saved in internal mem

53Auto ModeMore on ShootingB White Balance (Adjusting hue)The color of light reflected from an object varies with the color of the light source. The h

54Auto ModeMore on ShootingPreset ManualPreset manual is used with mixed lighting or to compensate for light sources with a strong color cast (for exa

55Auto ModeMore on ShootingC ContinuousChange settings to Continuous or BSS (best shot selector).Flash will be switched off for Continuous, BSS or Mul

56Auto ModeMore on ShootingE ISO SensitivitySensitivity is a measure of how quickly the camera reacts to light. The higher the sensitivity, the less l

57Auto ModeMore on ShootingF Color OptionsMake colors more vivid or save images in monochrome.The effects of the selected option can be previewed in t

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

58Auto ModeMore on ShootingCamera Settings that Cannot Be Set at the Same TimeCertain settings in the shooting menu cannot be used with other function

59More on PlaybackMore on PlaybackFull-frame OperationPress c button during shooting to switch to playback mode and view images (A 26).The following o

60More on PlaybackViewing Multiple Images: Thumbnail PlaybackRotate the zoom control to f (h) in full-frame playback mode (A 26) to display images in

61Viewing Multiple Images: Thumbnail PlaybackMore on PlaybackCalendar DisplayWhen displaying 16 thumbnail frames in playback mode (A 60), switch to ca

62More on PlaybackTaking a Closer Look: Playback ZoomRotating the zoom control to g (i) during full-frame playback mode (A 26) zooms the current image

63More on PlaybackPlayback MenuThe following options are available in playback mode.Displaying the Playback MenuPress c to enter playback mode.Display

64Playback MenuMore on Playbacka Print SetWhen printing images using one of the following methods, you can select which images will be printed and the

65Playback MenuMore on Playback5 Choose whether or not to also print shooting date and photo information.Choose Date and press k to print date of reco

66Playback MenuMore on Playbackb Slide ShowView images saved in the internal memory or on a memory card in an automatic slide show.1 Use the multi sel

67Playback MenuMore on Playbackc DeleteDelete selected images or all images.Press the c button (Playback mode) Md (Playback menu) M c DeleteErase sele

viNoticesNotice for customers in CanadaCAUTIONThis Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.ATTENTIONCet appareil numérique de la cla

68Playback MenuMore on PlaybackSelecting Multiple ImagesThe screen shown on the right will be displayed in the menus (shown below) when choosing image

69Editing ImageEditing ImageImage Editing FunctionUse the camera to edit images in-camera and save them as separate files. The editing features descri

70Editing ImageEditing ImagesI D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and ContrastCreate a copy of the current image with enhanced brightness and contrast,

71Editing ImagesEditing Imageg Small Picture: Resizing ImagesCreate a small copy of the current image. Suitable for uploading to web sites or sending

72Editing ImagesEditing Imageo Crop: Creating a Cropped CopyCreate a copy containing only the portion visible in the monitor when u is displayed with

73Movie Recording and PlaybackMovie Recording and PlaybackRecording MoviesYou can use the camera to record movies with sound.The maximum file size for

74Recording MoviesMovie Recording and PlaybackB Recording Movies•When recording movies, we recommend using a memory card with a Class 6 or higher spee

75Recording MoviesMovie Recording and PlaybackMovie MenuThe movie menu contains the following options.Displaying the Movie Menu1 Display the shooting

76Recording MoviesMovie Recording and Playback4 Press K or k.You can now select an item from the movie menu.Use the multi selector to choose and apply

77Recording MoviesMovie Recording and PlaybackD Movie OptionsThe movie menu offers the options shown below. Increasing the image size and bitrate will

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78Recording MoviesMovie Recording and PlaybackI Autofocus ModeChoose how the camera focuses in movie mode.Display the shooting mode screen M Press the

79Movie Recording and PlaybackMovie PlaybackIn full-frame playback mode (A 26), movies can be identified by the Movie options icon (A 77). To play a m

80Connecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting to a TVConnect the camera to a televisi

81Connecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting to a ComputerUse the supplied USB cable to connect the camera to a computer and copy (tr

82Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersTransferring Images from a Camera to a Computer1 Start the computer to whic

83Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers5 Start the ViewNX 2 image transfer feature “Nikon Transfer 2” installed on

84Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersWhen transfer is complete, the ViewNX 2 screen is displayed (ViewNX 2 defau

85Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersC Transferring Images Using a Computer’s Card Slot or a Commercially-availa

86Connecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting to a PrinterUsers of PictBridge-compatible (A 134) printers can connect the camera direc

87Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting the Camera and Printer1 Turn off the camera.2 Turn on the printer