Nikon Nikon 1 V3 Specifikace

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viiiThe Shooting Menu 167Exposure Mode ... 170Image Quality...

R76ROther Shooting ModesIn addition to the modes described above, the camera offersu (best moment capture) mode to help with hard-to-time shotsand a z

77R1Select u mode.2Choose Active Selection.3Frame the photograph.Rotate the mode dial to u (bestmoment capture).Press & (feature) to display the &

78R4Begin buffering photographs.5Shoot.6Select up to 40 frames.Press the shutter-release button half-way to focus (0 39). A & icon will bedisplay

79R7Save the selected frames.Press J to save the selected frames to the memory card. Thememory card access lamp will light while recording is inprogre

80RChoosing Your Moment (Slow View)When slow view is selected in u (best moment capture) mode,the camera captures a short sequence of still images and

81R4Press the shutter-release button halfway.After focusing, the camera will record40 frames to a temporary memorybuffer. It will then slowly play the

82RLetting the Camera Choose the Moment (Smart Photo Selector)The Smart Photo Selector helps you capture a fleeting expres-sion on the face of a portr

83R3Frame the photograph.4Begin buffering photographs.5Shoot.Smoothly press the shutter-releasebutton the rest of the way down. Thecamera will compare

84RASmart Photo SelectorThe camera automatically chooses a scene mode appropriate to thesubject.ABufferingBuffering begins when the shutter-release bu

85R❚❚ Viewing Photos Taken with the Smart Photo SelectorChoosing the Best ShotPress K and use the multi selector to dis-play photographs taken with th

ixThe Image Processing Menu 195White Balance ...196Fine-Tuning White Balance.

86R❚❚ Deleting PicturesPressing O when a picture taken with theSmart Photo Selector is selected displaysa confirmation dialog; press O again todelete

87RRecord brief movie vignettes with your photographs. Each timethe shutter is released, the camera records a still image andabout 1.6 s of movie foot

88R3Begin buffering.4Shoot.Smoothly press the shutter-releasebutton the rest of the way down. Thecamera will record a photograph,together with about 1

89RAThe & (Feature) Menu (0 12)Pressing & in Motion Snapshot mode displays the following items:1 Shooting mode...

90R❚❚ AudioTo record about four seconds of soundwith Motion Snapshots beginning at thestart of movie recording, use the multiselector and J button to

91RViewing Motion SnapshotsDeleting Motion SnapshotsTo delete the current Motion Snapshot,press O. A confirmation dialog will be dis-played; press O a

t92tMore on PhotographyThis section describes other features you can use when takingpictures.Shoot a continuous series (burst) of photographs.1Display

93t4Frame your subject and shoot.Press the shutter-release button allthe way down to shoot the burst.DContinuous ModeA mechanical shutter is used for

94tThe self-timer is used to delay shutter release until 10 or 2 sec-onds after the shutter-release button is pressed all the waydown.1Display release

95t5Frame the photograph and shoot.Note that the timer may not start or a photograph may not betaken if the camera is unable to focus or in other situ

xTechnical Notes 221Optional Accessories ... 221Approved Memory Cards ...

96tThe optional ML-L3 remote control (0 222) can be used toreduce camera shake or for self-portraits. 1Display release mode options.2Select #.3Select

97t5Frame the photograph and shoot.Note that the timer may not start or a photograph may not betaken if the camera is unable to focus or in other situ

98tAMovie ModeThe ML-L3 shutter-release button functions as the movie-record buttonfor advanced movie mode (0 59).AUsing a FlashWhen using the built-i

99tChoose how the camera focuses.* Shutter can only be released if camera is able to focus.Focus ModeAF-AAuto-select AF: The camera automatically sele

100t1Display focus mode options.2Select the desired option.Press 1 (%) to display focus modeoptions.Use the multi selector to highlight thedesired opt

101tAGetting Good Results with AutofocusAutofocus does not perform well under the conditions listed below.The shutter release may be disabled if the c

102tManual FocusManual focus can be used when autofocus does not produce thedesired results.1Select manual focus.2Display the manual focus guides.3Cho

103t4Focus.Rotate the multi selector until the sub-ject is in focus. Rotate the multi selec-tor clockwise to increase the focusdistance, counterclockw

104tExposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the valuesuggested by the camera, making pictures brighter or darker.1Display exposure compen

105tUse the built-in flash for additional lighting when the subject ispoorly lit or to “fill-in” (illuminate) back-lit subjects. The built-inflash can

xiTo prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others,read the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this

106t❚❚ Flash ModesThe following flash modes are available in C (auto), q (soft), r(miniature effect), s (selective color), 6 (cross process), 7 (toyca

107tDRaising the FlashWhen using the flash, be sure it is fully raisedas shown at right. Do not touch the flash dur-ing shooting.ALowering the Built-i

108tAUsing the Built-in FlashIf the flash is fired multiple times in quick succession, the flash andshutter may be temporarily disabled to protect the

109tIn still image mode, optional flash units for Nikon 1 cameras canbe used for lighting effects such as bounce-flash photography.The built-in flash

110tTaking PicturesFollow the steps below to take pictures with the flash.1Turn the camera and flash unit on.2Choose a flash mode.Choose a flash mode

111t❚❚ Bounce LightingLight from the flash can be “bounced” (reflected) from a ceilingor wall, diffusing the light from the flash to make shadows less

112tAOptional Flash UnitsDetailed instructions may be found in the manual provided with theflash unit. Note that optional flash units may not fire at

113tGP-N100 GPS units (available separately) can be used to recordinformation on your current position when pictures are taken.This information can be

114tSetup Menu Options• Auto power off: Choose whether the displays turn off automati-cally when the GP-N100 is attached.• Position: This item is only

115tAConnection StatusConnection status is shown by the satellite signal indicator in the cam-era display (0 5) and the LED on the GP-N100:Satellite s

xiiADo not place the strap around the neck ofan infant or child. Placing the camerastrap around the neck of an infant orchild could result in strangul

116tAuto and Creative ModesChoose from the following options.t, u, v, and w ModesThe operation performed by tapping the display depends onwhether the

117t❚❚ Manual Focus ModeThe following options are available in manual focus mode.Advanced Movie ModeThe operation performed by tapping the display dep

118tDBest Moment Capture/Motion SnapshotTap shooting options are not available in best moment capture andMotion Snapshot modes.DTaking Pictures Using

119TTWi-FiThe camera can connect via Wi-Fi wireless networks to a smartdevice running Nikon’s dedicated Wireless Mobile Utility app.The smart device c

120TBefore connecting via Wi-Fi (wireless LAN), install the WirelessMobile Utility on your Android or iOS smart device. Instructionsfor accessing the

121TWPS (Android Only)1Select Wi-Fi.2Connect.3Launch the Wireless Mobile Utility.Launch the Wireless Mobile Utility on the smart device. Themain dialo

122TPIN Entry (Android Only)1Select Wi-Fi.2Select Wi-Fi connection type > PIN-entry WPS.3Enter the PIN.Enter the PIN displayed by the smart device.

123TSSID (Android and iOS)1Select Wi-Fi.2Select Connect.3Select Ye s .4Select the camera SSID on the smart device.Select the camera SSID in the list o

124T5Launch the Wireless Mobile Utility.Launch the Wireless Mobile Utility on the smart device. Themain dialog will be displayed.❚❚ Restoring Default

125TFollow the steps below to upload photos from the camera to asmart device.Uploading Photos One at a TimeUse the Wi-Fi upload option in the playback

xiii• Do not expose the battery to flameor to excessive heat.• Do not immerse in or expose towater.• Replace the terminal cover whentransporting the b

126T5Download the photo to the smart device.Launch the Wireless Mobile Utility on the smart device andfollow the on-screen instructions to download th

127TUploading Multiple Selected PhotosTo upload multiple selected photos, use the Wi-Fi uploadoption in the playback menu.1Choose Wi-Fi upload.2Select

128T3Press J.Press J to complete the operation. A confirmation dialog willbe displayed.4Select Ye s .5Select the camera SSID on the smart device.Selec

129IIMore on PlaybackPhoto information is superimposed on images displayed in full-frame playback (0 41). Press the $ button to cycle throughsimple ph

130I❚❚ Detailed photo infoStill imagesMovies1 234765813121415111610 92817181925262723 2124 2022293028252623 2124 20221 2 4651312323114271731 Shooting

131I❚❚ Highlights** Flashing areas indicate highlights(areas that may be overexposed).22 Folder number-file number23 Time of recording ...

132IAHistograms (0 130)Camera histograms are intended only as a guide and may differ fromthose in imaging applications. Sample histograms are shown be

133ITo view pictures in “contact sheets” of 4, 9, or 16 images, rotatethe main command dial left when a picture is displayed fullframe.The following o

134ITo view pictures taken on a selected date, rotate the main com-mand dial left when 16 pictures are displayed (0 133).The following operations can

135ITo zoom in on a photograph, display it full frame and rotate themain command dial right. Playback zoom is not available withmovies or Motion Snaps

xiv• No part of the manuals includedwith this product may be repro-duced, transmitted, transcribed,stored in a retrieval system, or trans-lated into a

136IPictures can be deleted from the memory card as describedbelow. Note that once deleted, pictures can not be recovered; pro-tected images, however,

137IRate pictures or mark them as candidates for later deletion. Rat-ing is not available with protected images.1Select a picture.Display a picture in

138I1Select the type of image used in the show.Highlight the desired option and press 2.Slide ShowsTo view a slide show of the pictures onthe memory c

139I2Adjust display times and audio settings.Adjust the following options:3Select Start.Frame interval Choose how long each still image is displayed.M

140IThe following operations can be performed while a slideshow is in progress:The options shown at right are dis-played when the show ends. SelectRes

141QQConnectionsInstall the supplied software to copy pictures to your computerfor viewing and editing. Before installing the software, confirmthat yo

142Q3Exit the installer.Click Ye s (Windows) or OK (Mac) when installation is com-plete.4Remove the installer CD from the CD-ROM drive.Windows MacCli

143QSystem RequirementsThe system requirements for ViewNX 2 are:WindowsCPU• Photos: Intel Celeron, Pentium 4, Core Series; 1.6 GHz orbetter • Movies (

144QMacCPU• Photos: Intel Core or Xeon series• Movies (playback): Core Duo 2 GHz or better; Intel Core i5or better recommended when viewing movies wit

145QTransferring Pictures1Choose how pictures will be copied to the computer.Choose one of the following methods:• Direct USB connection: Turn the cam

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

146Q2Start the Nikon Transfer 2 component of ViewNX 2.If a message is displayed prompting you to choose a pro-gram, select Nikon Transfer 2.3Click Sta

147QViewing PicturesPictures are displayed inViewNX 2 when transfer is com-plete.❚❚ Retouching PhotographsTo crop pictures and performsuch tasks as ad

148QConnect the camera to a television for playback.High-Definition DevicesA type D High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) cable(available separa

149Q❚❚ HDMI Device ControlTo control the camera remotely from a device that supportsHDMI-CEC (High-Definition Multimedia Interface–ConsumerElectronics

150QSelected JPEG images can be printed on a PictBridge printerconnected directly to the camera.Connecting the PrinterConnect the camera using the sup

151QPrinting Pictures One at a Time1Display the desired picture.Press 4 or 2 to view additional pictures. Rotate the maincommand dial right to zoom in

152Q3Start printing.Highlight Start printing and press J to start printing. Tocancel before all copies have been printed, press J again.

153QPrinting Multiple Pictures1Display the PictBridge menu.Press the G button in the PictBridge playback display(0 150).2Choose an option.Highlight on

154QAInspecting PicturesTo view pictures taken on the date highlighted in the Select by datedate list, rotate the main command dial right. Use the mul

155QCreating a DPOF Print Order: Print SetThe DPOF print order option is used tocreate digital “print orders” for Pict-Bridge-compatible printers and

xviNotice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or ReproductionNote that simply being in possession of material that has been digitally cop-ied or reprodu

o156oThe Playback MenuTo display the playback menu, press G and select Playback.The playback menu contains the following options:G buttonOption Descri

157oD-LightingBrighten shadows in dark or back-lit photos, creating a retouched copy that is saved separately from the unmodified original.— 160Resize

158oSelecting Multiple ImagesChoosing the options listed below dis-plays an image selection dialog. Press 4or 2 or rotate the multi selector to high-l

159oIf On is selected, pictures will be displayed immediately aftershooting. To view pictures when Off is selected, press the K but-ton.Choose whether

160oPress 4 or 2 or rotate the multi selector to highlight pictures(0 158) and press 1 or 3 to choose a rating (0 137). Press J toexit when the operat

161oCreate small copies of selected photo-graphs. Select Choose size and choose asize from 1280×856; 1.1 M (1280 × 856 pix-els), 960×640; 0.6 M (960 ×

162oCreate a cropped copy of selected photo-graphs. Press 4 or 2 or rotate the multiselector to highlight a picture (0 158)and press J to display the

163oTrim footage from movies to create edited copies.1Choose an edit option.2Select a movie.Press 4 or 2 or rotate the multi selector to highlight a m

164o3Pause the movie on opening or closing frame.4Delete the unwanted frames.Press 1 to delete all frames before(Choose start point) or after (Choosee

165oCombine up to eight 4-second movies into a single movie (4-sec-ond movies are recorded using the 4-second movie option inadvanced movie mode; for

xviiDisposing of Data Storage DevicesPlease note that deleting images or formatting memory cards or other datastorage devices does not completely eras

166oCombine the movie segments of up to eight NMS-format MotionSnapshots (0 176) into a single movie.1Select Motion Snapshots.2Combine the selected Mo

167iiThe Shooting MenuTo display the shooting menu, press G and select Shooting.The shooting menu contains the following options:G buttonOption Descri

168iNumber of shots savedChoose the number of shots selected by the Smart Photo Selector (0 82).5 175Movie before/afterChoose when the movie portion o

169i* Varies with lens (0 183).Auto distortion controlChoose whether the camera corrects barrel and pin-cushion distortion.Off 178Color spaceChoose a

170iThe options in the exposure mode menu offer varying degreesof control over shutter speed and aperture in Motion Snapshotand advanced movie modes (

171iChoose a file format and compression ratio for photographs.Image QualityOption File type DescriptionNEF (RAW) NEFCompressed 12-bit raw data from t

172iChoose the size of photographs.❚❚ Standard PhotographsThe following options are available in still image and SmartPhoto Selector modes and when an

173iANEF (RAW)/NEF (RAW) + JPEGThe option selected for image size does not affect the size of NEF (RAW)images. NEF (RAW) images can be viewed on the c

174iChoose the frames Active Selection (0 76) records to temporarystorage, the length of time over which the frames are captured,and the default numbe

175iChoose the number of shots selected by the Smart Photo Selec-tor. If 5 is selected, the camera will save the best shot and 4 bestshot candidates.

To get the most from your camera, please be sure to read allinstructions thoroughly and keep them where they will be readby all who use the product.Ca

xviiiDUse Only Nikon Brand AccessoriesOnly Nikon brand accessories certified by Nikon specifically for usewith your Nikon digital camera are engineere

176iChoose the file format for Motion Snapshots (0 87).Choose amount of softening applied to pictures taken with Softselected in creative mode. You ca

177iAdjust saturation and vignetting for pictures taken with Toycamera effect selected in creative mode.❚❚ SaturationChoose from High, Normal, and Low

178iSelect On to reduce barrel distortion in photos taken with wide-angle lenses and to reduce pin-cushion distortion in photostaken with long lenses

179iActive D-Lighting preserves details in highlights and shadowsfor natural contrast. Use with high contrast scenes such as abrightly lit outdoor vie

180iPhotographs taken at slow shutter speeds are automatically pro-cessed to reduce “noise” (bright spots, randomly-spaced brightpixels, or fog), slig

181iTake photographs automatically at preset intervals.1Choose the interval.Highlight Interval and press 2 toview the interval. Press 4 or 2 tohighlig

182i3Start shooting.Highlight Start and press J. Shoot-ing will start after about 3 s, and con-tinue at the selected interval until allthe shots have

183iThis option is available with 1 NIKKOR lenses that support vibra-tion reduction (VR). The options available vary with the type oflens: Normal/Acti

184iSelect On to enable electronic vibration reduction in MotionSnapshot mode (0 87), when filming movies in auto, creative,t, u, v, and w modes, and

185iChoose how the focus area for autofocus is selected.AF-Area ModeeAuto-areaThe camera automatically detects the subject and selectsthe focus area.c

xixThis product, which contains encryption software developed in the UnitedStates, is controlled by the United States Export Administration Regulation

186iWhen On is selected, the built-in AF-assist illuminator will light to illuminatepoorly-lit subjects if:• AF-S is selected for focus mode (0 99)or

187iChoose a flash control mode for the built-in and optional flashunits.Flash Control1 TTLFlash output is adjusted automatically in response to shoot

188iFlash compensation alters flash outputfrom the level suggested by the camera,changing the brightness of the main sub-ject relative to the backgrou

189((The Movie MenuTo display the movie menu, press G and select Movies.The movie menu contains the following options:G buttonOption Description Defau

190(1 Varies with lens (0 183).2 The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame wheny Slow motion is selected in advanced movie mode.3 F

191(Choose a frame rate for slow-motion movies (0 62). The fasterthe frame rate, the smaller the frame size.1 All figures are approximate.2 Slow-motio

192(Choose a frame size and frame rate for movies recorded in auto,creative, t, u, v, and w modes and when HD movie is selectedin advanced movie mode

193(Adjust movie sound recording settings for the built-in micro-phone and optional external microphones (0 222).❚❚ MicrophoneSelect Microphone off to

194(Choose whether the camera takes photos automatically whilemovies are being recorded in auto, creative, t, u, v, or w modeor with HD movie selected

195))The Image Processing MenuTo display the image processing menu, press G and selectImage processing.The image processing menu contains the followin

xxNotices for Customers in CanadaCAN ICES-3 B / NMB-3 BThis device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).Operation is subject t

196)White balance ensures that colors are unaffected by the color ofthe light source. Auto white balance is recommended for mostlight sources, but oth

197)Fine-Tuning White BalanceOptions other than Preset manual can be fine-tuned as follows:1Display fine-tuning options.Highlight an option other than

198)Preset ManualPreset manual is used to record and recall custom white balancesettings for shooting under mixed lighting or to compensate forlight s

199)3Measure white balance.When the camera is ready to measurewhite balance, a flashing L will bedisplayed. Before the indicator stopsflashing, frame

200)DAuto Power OffWhite balance measurement will end without a new value beingacquired if no operations are performed for the time selected for Autop

201)The camera’s sensitivity to light can be adjusted according to theamount of light available. The higher the ISO sensitivity, the lesslight needed

202)Choose how the camera processes photographs.Modifying Picture ControlsExisting preset and custom Picture Controls (0 206) can bemodified to suit t

203)2Adjust settings.Press 1 or 3 to highlight the desiredsetting and press 4 or 2 to choose avalue. Repeat this step until all set-tings have been ad

204)❚❚ Picture Control SettingsQuick adjustMute or exaggerate the effect of theselected Picture Control (note that thisresets all manual adjustments).

205)APrevious SettingsThe line under the value displayed in the Pic-ture Control setting menu indicates the pre-vious value for the setting. Use this

xxiNotices for Customers in EuropeHereby, Nikon Corporation, declares that the 1 V3 is in compliancewith the essential requirements and other relevant

206)The Picture Controls supplied with the camera can be modifiedand saved as custom Picture Controls.Edit/SaveTo create a custom Picture Control, sel

207)3Save the Picture Control.Highlight a destination (C-1 throughC-9) and press J to save the customPicture Control and return to theimage processing

208)To copy custom Picture Controls to or from the memory card, orto delete custom Picture Controls from the memory card, selectLoad from/save to card

209ggThe Setup MenuTo display the setup menu, press G and select Setup.The setup menu contains the following options:G buttonOption Description Defaul

210g1 Available only when optional electronic viewfinder is attached.2 Available only when optional grip is attached.Remote on durationChoose how long

211gSelect Ye s to format the memory card. Note that this permanentlydeletes all data on the card, including protected images; beforeproceeding, be s

212gViewfinder BrightnessThis option is available only when an optional viewfinder isattached. To adjust the brightness of the viewfinder, select View

213gChoose how long the displays remain onwhen no operations are performed(0 29). Choose shorter delays to reducethe drain on the battery. Once the di

214gChoose whether the A button locks both focus and exposure(AE/AF lock), exposure only (AE lock only), or focus only (AFlock only) or can be used to

215g2Lock exposure.With the shutter-release buttonpressed halfway and the subject posi-tioned in the focus area, press the Abutton to lock exposure.

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216gFocus LockFocus lock can be used to change the composition after focusingon the subject in the center of the frame, allowing you to focuson a subj

217g3Recompose the photograph and shoot.Focus will remain locked betweenshots.Do not change the distance between the camera and the sub-ject while foc

218gWhen a photograph is taken or a movie is recorded, the cameranames the file by adding one to the number of the previous file(0 173). If the curren

219gPhotographs taken while On is selected contain information oncamera orientation, allowing them to be rotated automaticallyduring playback or when

220gCheck and optimize the camera image sensor and image proces-sors if you notice unexpected bright spots in your pictures (notethat the camera comes

221nnTechnical NotesRead this chapter for information on compatible accessories,cleaning and storing the camera, and what to do if an error mes-sage i

222nPower sources• Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL20a (0 23–24): Additional EN-EL20a batteries are available from local retailers andNikon-authorize

223nMulti acces-sory port accessoriesMulti Accessory Port Adapter AS-N1000: The AS-N1000 fixesoptional ME-1 stereo microphones to the Nikon 1 V3.GPS u

224nApproved Memory CardsThe following cards have been tested and approved for use inthe camera. Cards with class 6 or faster write speeds are recom-m

225nAttaching a Power Connector and AC AdapterTurn the camera off before attaching an optional power connec-tor and AC adapter.1Ready the camera.Open

1ssIntroductionBefore using your camera for the first time, confirm that thepackage contains the items listed in the User’s Manual.Before You Begin

226n4Connect the AC adapter.Connect the AC adapter power cable to the AC socket on ACadapter (q) and the EP-5C power cable to the DC socket (w).A P ic

227nStorageIf the camera will not be used for an extended period, removethe battery and store it in a cool, dry area with the terminal coverin place.

228nDo not drop: The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shocks orvibration.Keep dry: This product is not waterproof, and may malfunction i

229nCleaning: When cleaning the camera body, use a blower to gently removedust and lint, then wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth. After using the cam-

230nDo not leave the lens pointed at the sun: Do not leave the lens pointed at thesun or other strong light source for an extended period. Intense lig

231n• Continuing to charge the battery after it is fully charged can impair bat-tery performance.• A marked drop in the time a fully charged battery r

232nThe following table lists the settings that can be adjusted in eachmode.❚❚ C Auto, u Best Moment Capture, v Advanced Movie, and z Motion Snapshot

233n1 Has no effect on movies recorded with movie-record button.2 RAW images fixed at 5232 × 3488 pixels.3 Available when t, u, v, or w is selected f

234n❚❚ t, u, v, w, and w Creative ModesIn the table below, creative modes are represented by the following icons: 4 creative palette, 5 HDR, p easy pa

235nDefaults for the options in the playback, shooting, movie, imageprocessing, and setup menus may be found on pages 156, 167,189, 195, and 209, resp

2sTake a few moments to familiarize yourself with camera controlsand displays. You may find it helpful to bookmark this sectionand refer to it as you

236nThe following table shows the number of pictures or amount ofmovie footage that can be stored on a 16GB SanDisk SDSDQXP-016G-J35 UHS-I microSDHC c

237n❚❚ Easy Panorama ❚❚ Smart Photo Selector1 1 Number of shots saved set to 5. File size is total for 5 images.2 Image size applies to JPEG images on

238n❚❚ HD, Fast-Motion, Jump-Cut, and 4-Second Movies1 HD movies only. Fast-motion, jump-cut, and 4-second movies arerecorded at 1080/30p.2 For inform

239nIf the camera fails to function as expected, check this list of com-mon problems before consulting your retailer or Nikon repre-sentative.Battery/

240nShooting (All Modes)The camera takes time to turn on: Delete files or format the memory card.The shutter-release is disabled:• The battery is exha

241nShooting (t, u, v, and w Modes)No photo taken when ML-L3 remote control shutter-release button is pressed:• Replace battery in remote control (0 2

242nMoviesTap Shooting OptionsPlaybackCannot record movies: The movie-record button can not be used to recordmovies in best moment capture or Motion S

243nWi-Fi (Wireless Networks)MiscellaneousCannot delete images: Remove protection from the files before deletion(0 159).Cannot select photos for print

244nThis section lists the error messages that appear in the display.Error MessagesMessage Solution 0(Shutter-speed or aperture display flashes)If the

245nThis memory card cannot be used. Card may be damaged; insert a different card.• Use an approved card. 224• Format the card. If the problem per-sis

3s* Camera does not support TA-N100 tripod mounting spacer.2043212122109856711171619181 O (delete) button...43, 1362 $ (display) b

246n* See the printer manual for more information.Photographs cannot be taken in shutter- priority auto mode at a shutter speed of “Bulb”.Choose a dif

247nNikon 1 V3 Digital CameraSpecificationsTypeType Digital camera with support for interchangeablelensesLens mount Nikon 1 mountEffective angle of vi

248nFile format • NEF (RAW): 12-bit, compressed• JPEG: JPEG-Baseline compliant with fine (approx.1 : 4), normal (approx. 1 : 8) compression• NEF (RAW)

249nFlash sync speed • Mechanical shutter: Synchronizes with shutter atX=1/250 s or slower• Electronic shutter: Synchronizes with shutter atX=1/60 s o

250nFocusAutofocus Hybrid autofocus (phase-detection/contrast-detect AF); AF-assist illuminatorLens servo • Autofocus (AF): Single AF (AF-S); continuo

251nMovieMetering TTL metering using image sensorMetering method • Matrix• Center-weighted: Meters 4.5 mm circle in center offrame• Spot: Meters 2mm c

252nInterfaceUSB Hi-Speed USBHDMI output Type D HDMI connectorMulti accessory port Used for designated accessoriesAudio input Stereo mini-pin jack (3.

253n• Unless otherwise stated, all figures are for a camera with a fully-charged bat-tery operating at the temperature specified by the Camera and Ima

254n1 NIKKOR VR 10–30mm f/3.5–5.6 PD-ZOOMType 1 mount lensFocal length 10–30 mmMaximum aperture f/3.5–5.6Construction 9 elements in 7 groups (includin

255nSpecifications subject to change without notice. Nikon will not be held liablefor damages that may result from any mistakes that this manual may c

4sAHolding the CameraWhen framing photographs, hold the camera as shown below.Hold the camera in yourright hand.Keep your elbows proppedlightly agains

256n❚❚ 1 NIKKOR Lenses1 NIKKOR VR 10–30mm f/3.5–5.6 PD-ZOOM1 NIKKOR 11–27.5mm f/3.5–5.6Lens mounting markLens cover CPU contactsZoom ringZoom ringLens

257n1 NIKKOR lenses are exclusively for Nikon 1 interchangeable lensformat digital cameras. The angle of view is equivalent to a35 mm format lens with

258nASupplied Accessories• 40.5 mm snap-on Front Lens Cap LC-N40.5 (for use with the 1 NIKKOR11–27.5mm f/3.5–5.6)• Rear Lens Cap LF-N1000AOptional Acc

259n❚❚ The Optional FT1 Mount AdapterRead this section for information on using the optional FT1mount adapter. Before proceeding, be sure that you hav

260nIf AF-S or AF-C is selected for Focus mode and the lens sup-ports autofocus with manual override, you can focus usingautofocus and then keep the s

261nThe Electronic RangefinderNote that with some subjects, the in-focus indicator (I) may bedisplayed when the camera is not in focus. Check focus in

262nRestrictions• Auto and best moment capture modes are not supported.• Motion Snapshots can be recorded only when an AF-S lens isattached and the ca

263n❚❚ Supported Standards• DCF Version 2.0: The Design Rule for Camera File Systems (DCF) isa standard widely used in the digital camera industry to

264nATrademark InformationMac and OS X are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. in the UnitedStates and/or other countries. Microsoft, Windows, and Win

265nBattery LifeThe number of shots or movie footage that can be recorded withfully-charged batteries varies with the condition of the battery,tempera

5sThe Monitor* Available only in detailed display (0 6).Note: Display shown with all indicators lit for illustrative purposes.421 3 5 6 7 8 9 10 11302

266nSymbolsC (Auto mode) ...8, 38t (Programmed auto) ...70, 170u (Shutter-priority auto) ...71, 170v (Aperture

267nAudio ...90Auto distortion control ... 178Auto image capture ...

268nExposure mode ...170Eye sensor ...34FFace priority ...

269nMax. shots per minute ... 194Maximum aperture ... 254Memory card ... 24, 26, 211, 224, 236Memory card access l

270nReset Wi-Fi settings ...124Resize ...161Retractable lens barrel button ...

271nWide panorama ...172, 237Wi-Fi ...xix, 119Wi-Fi upload ...

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iGetting the Most from Your Camera 0 iiTable of Contents 0 ivsIntroduction 0 1zTaking and Viewing Photographs 0 38yRecording and Viewing Movies 0 59#t

6sThe $ (Display) Button❚❚ Shooting* Displayed only in modes other than Creative Palette.Press $ to cycle through shooting(0 5) and playback (0 129) i

7s❚❚ Playback* Displayed only when On is selected for the Display > Playback highlightdisplay option in the setup menu (0 212).Simple photo info De

8sThe Mode DialThe camera offers a choice of the follow-ing shooting modes:Mode dialC Auto mode (0 38): Let the camera pick the settings for photograp

9sThe Multi SelectorThe multi selector and J button are usedto adjust settings and navigate the cam-era menus.Multi selectorSettings: %View focus mode

10sThe G ButtonMost shooting, playback, and setupoptions can be accessed from the cameramenus. To view the menus, press theG button.G buttonTabsChoose

11s❚❚ Using the Menus1Select a menu.2Select an item.3Select an option.Use the multi selector (0 9) to navigatethe playback, shooting, movie, imageproc

12sThe & (Feature) Button1Select an item.2Select an option.To display the feature menu and adjustcamera settings or access playbackoptions, press

13sAThe & MenuThe & menu is context-sensitive: its contents vary with camera settingsor the type of image displayed; options that are currentl

14sThe Function Buttons (Fn1 and Fn2)If Movie-record button is selected, the chosen button can beused to start and end movie recording (0 60).The Fn1

15sThe monitor can be angled and rotated as shown below.Using the Vari-Angle MonitorNormal use: The monitor is nor-mally used in storage position.Low-

iiGetting the Most from Your CameraTake photos with the shutter-release button.See page 8 for more informa-tion.Shutter-release buttonShoot movies wit

16sDUsing the MonitorRotate the monitor gently within the limits shown on page 15. Do notuse force. Failure to observe these precautions could damage

17sThe touch-sensitive monitor supports the following operations:TapFlickSlideStretch/PinchUsing the Touch ScreenTap the monitor.Flick a finger a shor

18sAThe Touch ScreenThe touch screen responds to static electricity and may not respondwhen covered with third-party protective films or when touched

19s❚❚ Taking PicturesThe touch screen can be used for the following shooting opera-tions.Take a picture (tap shooting)In auto, creative, t, u, v, and

20s❚❚ Viewing PicturesThe touch screen can be used for the following playback opera-tions.View other imagesFlick left or right to view otherimages.Vie

21s❚❚ Using the MenusThe touch screen can be used for the following menu opera-tions.Use on-screen guidesVarious operations can be per-formed by tappi

22s❚❚ The & MenuThe touch screen can be used to adjust settings in the & menu.Adjust settingsTap menu items to displayoptions and tap icons or

23s1Attach the camera strap.Attach the strap securely to the two camera eyelets.2Charge the battery.Insert the battery into the charger q and plug the

24s3Insert the battery.Insert the battery in the orientation shown, using the batteryto keep the orange battery latch pressed to one side. Thelatch lo

25sDInserting and Removing Batteries and Memory CardsAlways turn the camera off before inserting or removing batteriesor memory cards. Note that the b

iiiAccessoriesExpand your photographic horizons with a wide variety of inter-changeable lenses and other accessories (0 221).Lenses Flash unitsMount a

26sAFormatting Memory CardsIf this is the first time the memory cardwill be used in the camera or if the cardhas been formatted in another device,sele

27s5Attach a lens.Be careful to prevent dust from entering the camera when thelens or body cap is removed. The lens generally used in thismanual for i

28sIf the lens supports vibration reduction (VR), vibration reduc-tion can be controlled from the camera (0 183).ADetaching the LensBe sure the lens i

29s6Turn the camera on.Rotate the power switch to turn thecamera on. The power lamp willbriefly light green and the monitor willturn on. If the lens i

30s7Choose a language.A language-selection dialog will bedisplayed the first time the camera isturned on. Use the multi selector andJ button (0 9) to

31s8Set the clock.Use the multi selector and J button(0 9) to set the time and date. Notethat the camera uses a 24-hour clock.Press 4 or 2 to highligh

32sAThe Camera ClockThe camera clock is less accurate than most watches and householdclocks. Check the clock regularly against more accurate time piec

33s9Check the battery level and memory card capacity.Check the battery level and numberof exposures remaining in the moni-tor.❚❚ Battery Level❚❚ Numbe

34sIf desired, the camera can be used with an optional grip andelectronic viewfinder (0 221). Manuals are not provided; usersof these accessories will

35s3Attach the viewfinder.After confirming that the camera is off,slide the signal contact into the multi-accessory port until it latches.DHandling th

ivGetting the Most from Your Camera ...iiAccessories ...

36sAttaching a GripFollow the steps below to attach the grip.1Remove the grip connector cover.Remove the grip connector coverfrom the bottom of the ca

37s2Remove the connector cap.Remove the grip connector cap. Besure to replace the cap when the gripis not in use.3Attach the grip.After confirming tha

z38zTaking and Viewing PhotographsThis chapter describes how to take, view, and delete photo-graphs in auto and creative mode.Follow the steps below t

39z3Ready the camera.4Frame the photograph.5Focus.Press the shutter-releasebutton halfway to focus. Ifthe subject is poorly lit, theAF-assist illumina

40z6Shoot.Smoothly press the shutter-release button the rest ofthe way down to releasethe shutter and record thephotograph. The memorycard access lamp

41zViewing PhotographsTo end playback and return to shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway.Press K to display your most recent pho-to

42zAThe & (Feature) Menu (0 12)The following options can be accessed by pressing & when a photo isdisplayed:1 Start slide show ...

43zDeleting PicturesTo delete the current picture, press O. Note that once deleted, pic-tures can not be recovered.1Display the photograph.Display the

44zAThe Shutter-Release ButtonThe camera has a two-stage shutter-release button. The camerafocuses when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.

45zAUsing a Zoom LensUse the zoom ring to zoom in on the subject so that it fills a larger areaof the frame, or zoom out to increase the area visible

vRecording and Viewing Movies 59Recording Movies ... 59Taking Photographs During M

46zADeleting Multiple PicturesThe Delete option in the playback menu (0 136) can be used to deleteselected pictures, all pictures, or pictures taken o

47zLive Image ControlLive image controls let you preview howchanges to each control will affect thefinal photograph. To choose a live imagecontrol for

48zMotion control: Suggest motion by blurringmoving objects, or “freeze” motion tocapture moving objects clearly.Freeze motionBlur motionFreeze motion

49zChoose creative mode to match settings to the subject or situa-tion or take photos using special effects.1Select w mode.2Choose an option.Choosing

50zChoosing a Mode That Matches the Subject or SituationChoose a creative mode according to the subject or situation:Option DescriptionCreative Palett

51zAThe & (Feature) Menu (0 12)Pressing & in creative mode displays the items listed below. The itemsavailable vary with the option selected f

52zThe Creative PaletteTo choose a creative effect, rotate the multi selector or use a fin-ger to rotate the creative palette in the monitor. The sele

53zHDRDetails in highlights and shadows are preserved using HDR (highdynamic range). Each time the shutter-release button is fullypressed, the camera

54zEasy PanoramaFollow the steps below to shoot panoramas. During shooting,the camera focuses using auto-area AF (0 185); face detection(0 45) is not

55zAn example of how to pan the camera is shown below. With-out changing your position, pan the camera in a steady curveeither horizontally or vertica

viOptional Flash Units... 109Attaching Flash Units...

56z❚❚ Viewing PanoramasPanoramas can be viewed by pressing J when a panorama isdisplayed full frame (0 41). The start of the panorama will bedisplayed

57zSelective ColorTake black-and-white pictures in which one hue appears in acolor.1Choose Select color.2Choose a color.3Take pictures.Press the shutt

58zCross ProcessSelect a base hue to take pictures with modified colors.1Select Hue.2Choose a color.3Take pictures.Press the shutter-release button al

59yyRecording and Viewing MoviesMovies can be recorded using the movie-record button.1Turn the camera on.2Choose a shooting mode.3Frame the opening sh

60y4Start recording.5End recording.Press the movie-record button tobegin recording. A recording indica-tor, the time elapsed, and the timeavailable ar

61y❚❚ Shooting ModeMovies can be recorded in the shooting modes listed below.Movies can not be recorded in best moment capture or MotionSnapshot modes

62y❚❚ Advanced Movie OptionsIn v (advanced movie) mode, the fol-lowing options can be accessed by press-ing & (feature) and selecting Advancedmovi

63yAThe & (Feature) Menu (0 12)Pressing & in advanced movie mode displays the items listed below.The items available vary with the type of mov

64yTaking Photographs During Movie RecordingPress the shutter-release button all theway down to take a photograph withoutinterrupting movie recording.

65yViewing MoviesMovies are indicated by a 1 icon in full-frame playback (0 41).Press J to start playback.The following operations can be performed:1

viiConnections 141Installing the Supplied Software...141System Requirements ...

66yAThe & (Feature) Menu (0 12)The following options can be accessed by pressing & when a movie isdisplayed:1 Start slide show ...

67yDeleting MoviesTo delete the current movie, press O. Aconfirmation dialog will be displayed;press O again to delete the movie andreturn to playback

68yASee AlsoSee page 163 for information on trimming unwanted footage frommovies. For information on the frame size and frame rate options avail-able

69##t, u, v, and w Modest, u, v, and w modes offer varyingdegrees of control over shutter speedand aperture. Choose a mode and adjustsettings accordin

70#t Programmed AutoIn this mode, the camera automatically adjusts shutter speedand aperture for optimal exposure in most situations. This modeis reco

71#u Shutter-Priority AutoIn shutter-priority auto, you choose the shutter speed while thecamera automatically selects the aperture that will produce

72#v Aperture-Priority AutoIn aperture-priority auto, you choose the aperture while thecamera automatically selects the shutter speed that will produc

73#w ManualIn manual mode, you control both shutter speed and aperture.❚❚ Choosing Shutter Speed and ApertureAdjust shutter speed and aperture withref

74#❚❚ Long Time-Exposures (w Mode Only)Select the following shutter speeds forlong time-exposures of moving lights,the stars, night scenery, or firewo

75#2Choose a shutter speed.Select mode w and choose a shutterspeed as follows:• Bulb: Rotate the main command dialleft until “Bulb” is selected for sh