Nikon CoolPix P80 User manual

DIGITAL CAMERA
User's Manual
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respective holders.

i
Introduction
First Steps
ABasic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode
C
Shooting Suited for the Scene
d
Sport Continuous Mode
PSAM P, S, A and M modes
cMore on Playback
DMovies
EVoice Recordings
Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers
dShooting, Playback and Setup Menus
Technical Notes

ii
For Your Safety
To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read
the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equipment.
Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the product will read them.
The consequences that could result from failure to observe the precautions listed
in this section are indicated by the following symbol:
WARNINGS
Turn off in the event of
malfunction
Should you notice smoke or an
unusual smell coming from the
camera or AC adapter, unplug the AC
adapter and remove the battery
immediately, taking care to avoid
burns. Continued operation could
result in injury. After removing or
disconnecting the power source, take
the equipment to a Nikon-authorized
service representative for inspection.
Do not disassemble
Touching the internal parts of the
camera or AC adapter could result in
injury. Repairs should be performed
only by qualified technicians. Should
the camera or AC adapter break open
as the result of a fall or other accident,
take the product to a Nikon-authorized
service representative for inspection,
after unplugging the product and/or
removing the battery.
Do not use the camera or AC
adapter in the presence of
flammable Gas
Do not use electronic equipment in
the presence of flammable gas, as this
could result in explosion or fire.
Handle the camera strap with
care
Never place the strap around the neck
of an infant or child.
Keep out of reach of children
Particular care should be taken to
prevent infants from putting the
battery or other small parts into their
mouths.
This icon marks warnings, information that should be read before using this Nikon
product, to prevent possible injury.

iii
For Your Safety
Observe caution when
handling the battery
The battery may leak or explode if
improperly handled. Observe the
following precautions when handling
the battery for use in this product:
•Before replacing the battery, turn
the product off. If you are using the
AC adapter, be sure it is unplugged.
•Only use a Rechargeable Li-ion
Battery EN-EL5 (supplied). Use the
Battery Charger MH-61 (supplied) to
charge the battery.
•When inserting the battery, do not
attempt to insert it upside down or
backwards.
•Do not short or disassemble the
battery or attempt to remove or
break the battery insulation or
casing.
•Do not expose the battery to flames
or to excessive heat.
•Do not immerse in or expose to
water.
•Replace the terminal cover when
transporting the battery. Do not
transport or store with metal objects
such as necklaces or hairpins.
•The battery is prone to leakage
when fully discharged. To avoid
damage to the product, be sure to
remove the battery when no charge
remains.
•Discontinue use immediately should
you notice any change in the
battery, such as discoloration or
deformation.
•If liquid from the damaged battery
comes in contact with clothing or
skin, rinse immediately with plenty
of water.
Observe the following
precautions when handling
the battery charger
•Keep dry. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in fire or
electric shock.
•Dust on or near the metal parts of
the plug should be removed with a
dry cloth. Continued use could
result in fire.
•Do not handle the power cable or
go near the battery charger during
lightning storms. Failure to observe
this precaution could result in
electric shock.
•Do not damage, modify, forcibly tug
or bend the power cable, place it
under heavy objects, or expose it to
heat or flames. Should the insulation
be damaged and the wires become
exposed, take it to a Nikon-
authorized service representative for
inspection. Failure to observe these
precautions could result in fire or
electric shock.
•Do not handle the plug or battery
charger with wet hands. Failure to
observe this precaution could result
in electric shock.

iv
For Your Safety
Use appropriate cables
When connecting cables to the input
and output jacks, use only the cables
provided or sold by Nikon for the
purpose, to maintain compliance with
product regulations.
Handle moving parts with
care
Be careful that your fingers or other
objects are not pinched by the lens
cover or other moving parts.
CD-ROMs
The CD-ROMs supplied with this
device should not be played back on
audio CD equipment. Playing CD-
ROMs on an audio CD player could
cause hearing loss or damage the
equipment.
Observe caution when using
the flash
Using the flash close to your subject’s
eyes could cause temporary visual
impairment. Particular care should be
observed if photographing infants,
when the flash should be no less than
one meter (39 in.) from the subject.
Do not operate the flash with
the flash window touching a
person or object
Failure to observe this precaution
could result in burns or fire.
Avoid Contact with Liquid
Crystal
Should the LCD monitor break, care
should be taken to avoid injury caused
by broken glass and to prevent liquid
crystal from the monitor touching the
skin or entering the eyes or mouth.

v
Notices
Notice for Customers in the
U.S.A.
Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) Radio
Frequency Interference
Statement
This equipment has been tested and
found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and
can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving
antenna.
•Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an
outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected.
•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.
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.
Wash hands after handling.
Nikon Inc.,
1300 Walt Whitman Road, Melville,
New York 11747-3064 USA
Tel: [phone]
COOLPIX P80

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Notices
Notice for customers in Canada
CAUTION
This Class B digital apparatus complies
with Canadian ICES-003.
ATTENTION
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B
est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du
Canada.
Symbol for Separate Collection in
European Countries
This symbol indicates that
this product is to be
collected separately.
The following apply only to
users in European countries:
•This product is designated for
separate collection at an
appropriate collection point. Do not
dispose of as household waste.
•For more information, contact the
retailer or the local authorities in
charge of waste management.

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Table of Contents
For Your Safety........................................................................................................................................ ii
WARNINGS.................................................................................................................................................................. ii
Notices ....................................................................................................................................................... v
Introduction ...........................................................................................................................................1
About This Manual ................................................................................................................................ 1
Information and Precautions............................................................................................................. 2
Parts of the Camera............................................................................................................................... 4
The Camera Body ...................................................................................................................................................4
The Monitor................................................................................................................................................................6
Basic Operations..................................................................................................................................... 8
The Mode Dial...........................................................................................................................................................8
The Command Dial ...............................................................................................................................................9
The Multi Selector................................................................................................................................................10
The dButton....................................................................................................................................................11
Help Displays..........................................................................................................................................................11
The sButton..................................................................................................................................................12
x(Monitor) Button .........................................................................................................................................13
Attaching the Strap and Lens Cap............................................................................................................13
First Steps............................................................................................................................................. 14
Charging the Battery ..........................................................................................................................14
Inserting the Battery ...........................................................................................................................16
Removing the Battery .......................................................................................................................................17
Turning On and Off the Camera.................................................................................................................17
Setting Display Language, Date and Time .................................................................................18
Inserting Memory Cards ....................................................................................................................20
Removing Memory Cards...............................................................................................................................21

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Table of Contents
ABasic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode ................................................................. 22
Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select A(Auto) Mode .......................................................22
Indicators Displayed in A(Auto) Mode ...............................................................................................23
Step 2 Frame a Picture .......................................................................................................................24
Using the Electronic Viewfinder .................................................................................................................24
Using the Zoom....................................................................................................................................................24
Step 3 Focus and Shoot.....................................................................................................................26
Step 4 Viewing and Deleting Pictures ..........................................................................................28
Viewing Pictures (Playback Mode)............................................................................................................28
Deleting Pictures..................................................................................................................................................28
Using the Flash......................................................................................................................................30
Available Flash Modes ......................................................................................................................................30
Setting the Flash Mode....................................................................................................................................31
Shooting with the Self-timer ...........................................................................................................33
Choosing a Focus Mode ....................................................................................................................34
Setting the Focus Mode..................................................................................................................................35
Using Manual Focus...........................................................................................................................................36
Exposure Compensation...................................................................................................................37
CShooting Suited for the Scene................................................................................................ 38
Shooting in the Scene Mode ...........................................................................................................38
Setting the Scene Mode..................................................................................................................................38
Features .....................................................................................................................................................................39
dSport Continuous Mode ............................................................................................................ 46
Shooting in Sport Continuous Mode............................................................................................46
Sport Continuous Menu ....................................................................................................................47
PSAM P, S, A and M modes............................................................................................................48
Shooting in P, S, A, and M Modes...................................................................................................48
P (Programmed Auto) Mode............................................................................................................49
S (Shutter-Priority Auto) Mode........................................................................................................50
A (Aperture-Priority Auto) Mode ....................................................................................................51
M (Manual) Mode.................................................................................................................................52

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Table of Contents
cMore on Playback....................................................................................................................... 54
Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback ......................................................................54
Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom ..........................................................................................55
Editing Pictures.....................................................................................................................................56
Enhancing Brightness and Contrast: D-Lighting..............................................................................57
Creating a Cropped Copy: Crop .................................................................................................................58
gResizing Pictures: Small Picture...........................................................................................................59
Adding Black Frame on Pictures: Black Border..................................................................................60
Voice Memos: Recording and Playback .......................................................................................61
Recording Voice Memos.................................................................................................................................61
Playing Voice Memos........................................................................................................................................61
Deleting Voice Memos.....................................................................................................................................61
DMovies ............................................................................................................................................. 62
Recording Movies ................................................................................................................................62
The Movie Menu...................................................................................................................................63
Selecting Movie Options.................................................................................................................................63
Autofocus mode ..................................................................................................................................................65
Electronic VR ...........................................................................................................................................................65
Time-Lapse Movies.............................................................................................................................................65
Movie Playback .....................................................................................................................................67
Deleting Movie Files...........................................................................................................................................67
EVoice Recordings........................................................................................................................... 68
Making Voice Recordings..................................................................................................................68
Playing Voice Recordings..................................................................................................................70
Deleting Sound Files..........................................................................................................................................71
Copying Voice Recordings................................................................................................................72
Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers............................................................ 73
Connecting to a TV ..............................................................................................................................73
Connecting to a Computer...............................................................................................................74
Before Connecting the Camera..................................................................................................................74
Transferring Pictures from the Camera to a Computer ...............................................................75
Connecting to a Printer......................................................................................................................78
Connecting the Camera and Printer........................................................................................................79
Printing Pictures One at a Time ..................................................................................................................80
Printing Multiple Pictures ...............................................................................................................................81
Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set.........................................................................................84

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dShooting, Playback and Setup Menus ............................................................................. 86
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu.......................................................................................86
Displaying the Shooting Menu...................................................................................................................87
qImage Quality..................................................................................................................................................88
rImage Size.........................................................................................................................................................89
FOptimize Image.............................................................................................................................................91
BWhite Balance.................................................................................................................................................94
EISO Sensitivity..................................................................................................................................................96
GMetering ............................................................................................................................................................97
CContinuous ......................................................................................................................................................98
HAuto Bracketing ......................................................................................................................................... 101
GAF Area Mode.............................................................................................................................................. 102
IAutofocus mode ........................................................................................................................................104
JFlash Exp. Comp.........................................................................................................................................105
MNoise Reduction........................................................................................................................................ 105
QDistortion Control.....................................................................................................................................106
Restrictions on Camera Settings .............................................................................................................106
Playback Options: The Playback Menu ..................................................................................... 108
Displaying the Playback Menu.................................................................................................................108
bSlide Show.....................................................................................................................................................110
cDelete ................................................................................................................................................................111
dProtect ............................................................................................................................................................111
fRotate image................................................................................................................................................112
iHide Image ....................................................................................................................................................112
hCopy ..................................................................................................................................................................113

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Table of Contents
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu....................................................................................... 114
Displaying the Setup Menu........................................................................................................................115
aMenus............................................................................................................................................................... 115
cWelcome Screen........................................................................................................................................116
dDate.................................................................................................................................................................... 117
eBrightness...................................................................................................................................................... 120
fDate Imprint..................................................................................................................................................120
gVibration Reduction.................................................................................................................................122
hAF Assist .........................................................................................................................................................123
uDigital Zoom................................................................................................................................................123
iSound Settings ...........................................................................................................................................124
kAuto Off ...........................................................................................................................................................124
lFormat Memory/mFormat Card ...................................................................................................125
nLanguage ........................................................................................................................................................126
oVideo Mode...................................................................................................................................................126
pReset All ...........................................................................................................................................................127
rFirmware Version ......................................................................................................................................129

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Table of Contents
Technical Notes................................................................................................................................130
Optional Accessories ....................................................................................................................... 130
Approved Memory Cards ............................................................................................................................131
Image/Sound File and Folder Names ........................................................................................ 132
Caring for the Camera ..................................................................................................................... 133
Cleaning .................................................................................................................................................................135
Storage.................................................................................................................................................................... 135
Error Messages ................................................................................................................................... 136
Troubleshooting................................................................................................................................ 140
Specifications ..................................................................................................................................... 146
Supported Standards ...................................................................................................................... 149
Index...................................................................................................................................................... 150

1
Introduction
Introduction
About This Manual
Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX P80 digital camera. This manual
was written to help you enjoy shooting with your Nikon digital camera. Read this
manual thoroughly before use, and keep it where all those who use the product
will read it.
Symbols and Conventions
To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and
conventions are used:
Notations
•A Secure Digital (SD) memory card is referred to as a “memory card.”
•The setting at the time of purchase is referred to as the “default setting.”
•Unless otherwise specified, “monitor” is used to refer to both the LCD monitor
and electronic viewfinder.
•The names of menu items displayed in the camera monitor, and the names of
buttons or messages displayed in the computer monitor are indicated in bold.
Screen Samples
In this manual, images are sometimes omitted from monitor display samples so
that monitor indicators can be more clearly shown.
Illustrations and Screen Display
Illustrations and text displays shown in this manual may differ from actual display.
CMemory Cards
Pictures taken with this camera can be stored in the camera’s internal memory or on removable
memory cards. If a memory card is inserted, all new pictures will be stored on the memory card and
delete, playback and format operations will apply only to the pictures on the memory card. The
memory card must be removed before the internal memory can be formatted or used to store,
delete or view pictures.
D
This icon marks cautions,
information that should be read
before use, to prevent damage
to the camera.
This icon marks tips, additional
information that may be helpful
when using the camera.
This icon marks notes,
information that should be read
before using the camera.
This icon indicates that more
information is available
elsewhere in this manual or in
the Quick Start Guide.
A
B
C

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Introduction
Information and Precautions
Life-Long Learning
As part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product support and education,
continually updated information is available online at the following sites:
•For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/
•For users in Europe and Africa: http://www.europe-nikon.com/support/
•For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http://www.nikon-asia.com/
Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest product information, tips, answers to frequently
asked questions (FAQs), and general advice on digital imaging and photography. Additional
information may be available from the Nikon representative in your area. See the URL below for
contact information:
http://nikonimaging.com/
Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories
Nikon COOLPIX cameras are designed to the highest standards and include complex electronic
circuitry. Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including battery chargers, batteries, AC adapters,
and flash accessories) certified by Nikon specifically for use with this Nikon digital camera are
engineered and proven to operate within the operational and safety requirements of this electronic
circuitry.
THE USE OF NON-NIKON ELECTRONIC ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE THE CAMERA AND MAY
VOID YOUR NIKON WARRANTY.
For more information about Nikon brand accessories, contact a local authorized Nikon dealer.
Before Taking Important Pictures
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.
About the Manuals
•No part of the manuals included with this product may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed,
stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by any means, without
Nikon’s prior written permission.
•Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in
these manuals at any time and without prior notice.
•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).
Holographic seal: Identifies this
device as an authentic Nikon product. Rechargeable Li-ion
Battery EN-EL5

3
Information and Precautions
Introduction
Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction
Note that simply being in possession of material that was digitally copied or reproduced by means
of a scanner, digital camera or other device may be punishable by law.
•Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced
Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, securities, government bonds or local government
bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are stamped “Sample.” The copying or reproduction
of paper money, coins, or securities which are circulated in a foreign country is prohibited. Unless
the prior permission of the government was obtained, the copying or reproduction of unused
postage stamps or post cards issued by the government is prohibited. The copying or
reproduction of stamps issued by the government and of certified documents stipulated by law is
prohibited.
•Cautions on certain copies and reproductions
The government has issued cautions on copies or reproductions of securities issued by private
companies (shares, bills, checks, gift certificates, etc.), commuter passes or coupon tickets, except
when a minimum of necessary copies are to be provided for business use by a company. Also, do
not copy or reproduce passports issued by the government, licenses issued by public agencies
and private groups, ID cards and tickets, such as passes and meal coupons.
•Comply with copyright notices
The copying or reproduction of copyrighted creative works such as books, music, paintings,
woodcut prints, maps, drawings, movies and photographs is governed by national and
international copyright laws. Do not use this product for the purpose of making illegal copies or to
infringe copyright laws.
Disposing of Data Storage Devices
Please note that deleting images or formatting data storage devices such as memory cards or built-
in camera memory does not completely erase the original image data. Deleted files can sometimes
be recovered from discarded storage devices using commercially available software, potentially
resulting in the malicious use of personal image data. Ensuring the privacy of such data is the user’s
responsibility.
Before discarding a data storage device or transferring ownership to another person, erase all data
using commercial deletion software, or format the device and then completely refill it with images
containing no private information (for example, pictures of empty sky). Be sure to also replace any
pictures selected for the welcome screen (A116). Care should be taken to avoid injury or damage
to property when physically destroying data storage devices.

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Introduction
Parts of the Camera
The Camera Body
12
11
87
96
345
10
1 2
13
Built-in flash raised
1Power switch/Power-on lamp .............17
2Mode dial..............................................................8
3Built-in flash .....................................................30
4X(Flash pop-up) button .........................31
5Microphone ..................................... 61, 62, 68
6Lens..........................................................135, 146
7Self-timer lamp ................................... 33, 134
AF-assist illuminator............. 27, 123, 134
8
Zoom control..................................................24
f(wide) ..............................................24
g(tele).................................................24
h(thumbnail playback) ............54
i(playback zoom).......................55
j(help) ...............................................11
9Shutter-release button..............................26
10 Power connector cover .........................130
11 Cable connector............................73, 75, 79
12 Connector cover ...........................73, 75, 79
13 Eyelet for camera strap..............................13

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Parts of the Camera
Introduction
14 15
16 17 18
12 13 10
9
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21 3 4 65
1Eyelet for camera strap .............................13
2x(monitor) button .................................13
3Diopter adjustment control...................13
4Electronic viewfinder .................................24
5s(display) button ...............................12
6Command dial ..................................................9
7Speaker ............................................... 61, 67, 70
8LCD monitor.......................................6, 12, 23
9c(playback) button ............................... 28
10 d(menu) button..........11, 63, 87, 108
11 Multi selector...................................................10
12 l(delete) button......... 28, 29, 61, 67, 71
13 kbutton ..........................................................10
14 Tripod socket
15 Battery-chamber/memory card slot
cover.............................................................16, 20
16 Memory card slot..........................................20
17 Battery latch .............................................16, 17
18 Battery chamber............................................16

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Parts of the Camera
Introduction
The Monitor
The following indicators may appear in the monitor during shooting and playback
(actual display varies with current camera settings).
See pages 12 and 13 for details on changing the monitor display.
Shooting
* Differs according to the current shooting mode. Refer to the sections on each mode for details.
1/125
1/125
1/125 F4.3
F4.3
F4.3
999
999
999
9h59m59s
9h59m59s
9h59m59s
59m59s
59m59s
59m59s 999
999
999
9999
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9999
26
27
21
28
29
30 2
7
13
10
8
11
12
13
9
15
b
a
14
20
17
22
25
23
24
181916
45
6
1Shooting mode* ................... 22, 38, 48, 62
2Focus mode.....................................................34
3Zoom indicator..............................................24
4Focus indicator ..............................................26
5Exposure/Focus lock ..................................45
6Flash indicator ................................................30
7Flash mode.......................................................30
8Battery level indicator................................22
9
Vibration reduction icon (still pictures)
...................................................................... 23, 122
Electronic VR icon (movies)....................65
10 Distortion control...................................... 106
11
Focus area.............................................. 26, 102
Focus area (when a face is recognized)
.............................................................................. 102
12 “Date not set” indicator ......................... 136
Time zone indicator................................. 117
13 Date imprint/date counter..................120
14 Image size .........................................................89
15 a) Number of exposures remaining..22
b) Movie length .............................................62
16 Internal memory indicator......................23
17 Image quality ..................................................88
18 Aperture .............................................................48
19 Shutter speed..................................................48
20 Exposure display ...........................................52
21 ISO sensitivity ..........................................32, 96
22 Exposure compensation ..........................37
23 Flash exposure compensation..........105
24 Self-timer indicator......................................33
25 B&W + color .....................................................93
26 Image optimization.....................................91
27 White balance.................................................94
28 Noise reduction ..........................................105
29 Bracketing.......................................................101
30 Continuous shooting mode ..........46, 98