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Nikon Coolpix L20 - User Manual

Nikon Coolpix L20
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Nikon
DIGITAL
CAMERA
COOL
PIX
L20/L19
User's
Manual

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Questions and Answers

  • J
    James GreenSep 23, 2025
    Why aren't my Nikon Coolpix L20 pictures displayed for printing?
    • L
      Latoya ThomasSep 23, 2025
      If the pictures to be printed from your Nikon Digital Camera are not displayed, it means that the memory card contains no pictures. Replace the memory card.
  • T
    Thomas JosephAug 25, 2025
    Why did my Nikon Digital Camera settings reset?
    • B
      Brett BlackAug 25, 2025
      If your Nikon Digital Camera settings are reset, the backup battery is likely exhausted. Replace the backup battery.
  • W
    wendy63Aug 25, 2025
    How to fix a blank monitor on my Nikon Coolpix L20?
    • A
      Alexander WillisAug 26, 2025
      If the monitor of your Nikon Digital Camera is blank, make sure the camera is turned on. If it is on, the battery might be exhausted, so try replacing it. Also, if the standby mode is active, press the shutter-release button halfway. If the flash lamp blinks red, wait until flash has charged. Ensure that the USB or AV cables are disconnected.
  • M
    Michelle SimmonsAug 27, 2025
    Why does my Nikon Coolpix L20 keep turning off?
    • L
      Lisa SchmidtAug 27, 2025
      If your Nikon Digital Camera turns off without warning, it might be due to an exhausted battery, so replace it. The camera may have turned off automatically to save power, so try turning it back on. Also, if the battery is cold, warm it up.
  • V
    Victoria GuerreroAug 27, 2025
    How to fix the flash on my Nikon Coolpix L20?
    • J
      Jenna LawsonAug 27, 2025
      If your Nikon Digital Camera's flash isn't firing, first, make sure the flash is turned on. If it is on, check if you have selected a scene mode that disables the flash and change the scene mode if needed. Also, if D mode is selected, change the shooting mode. Finally, check if Continuous or Multi-shot 16 or BSS is selected for Continuous in the shooting menu and change the shooting menu settings.
  • M
    Madison WatsonSep 13, 2025
    Why am I getting unexpected flash results on my Nikon Coolpix L20?
    • S
      Stephanie CoxSep 14, 2025
      If you are getting unexpected results when the flash is set to V (auto with red-eye reduction) on your Nikon Digital Camera, use any auto mode or scene mode other than Night portrait, and change the flash to any other setting other than V (auto with red-eye reduction) and try shooting again.
  • K
    Kelli LeeSep 12, 2025
    Why are my Nikon Coolpix L20 pictures too bright?
    • E
      Eric ButlerSep 12, 2025
      If your Nikon Digital Camera pictures are too bright (overexposed), adjust the exposure compensation.
  • D
    Debra MillerSep 12, 2025
    Why does noise appear in my Nikon Digital Camera images?
    • A
      Adam WilsonSep 12, 2025
      If randomly spaced bright pixels appear in your Nikon Digital Camera images, the subject is likely dark, causing the shutter speed to be too slow or the ISO sensitivity to be too high. Use the flash.
  • A
    awardSep 4, 2025
    How to display indicators on my Nikon Coolpix L20 Digital Camera monitor?
    • T
      Timothy AguilarSep 4, 2025
      If no indicators are displayed on the monitor of your Nikon Digital Camera, select Show info.
  • A
    amanda26Sep 2, 2025
    Why can't I use optical zoom on my Nikon Coolpix L20?
    • S
      stewartlauraSep 2, 2025
      If you cannot use the optical zoom on your Nikon Digital Camera, it may be because you are recording a movie. Stop recording the movie to use the optical zoom.

Summary

For Your Safety

WARNINGS

Essential safety precautions and warnings for operating the camera.

Battery Handling Precautions

Guidelines for safe handling of camera batteries.

Battery Charger Precautions

Safety advice for using battery chargers to prevent hazards.

Parts of the Camera

The Camera Body

Identification of external camera components with numbered labels.

Basic Operations

The Shooting Mode Button

How to use the shooting mode button to select modes and access menus.

The Multi Selector

Description of the multi selector's functions for navigation and selection.

MENU Button and Navigation

Guide to accessing and navigating the camera's menu system.

First Steps

Inserting the Batteries

Step-by-step instructions for battery insertion and applicable types.

Setting Display Language and Time

Process for configuring camera language, date, time, and time zone.

Inserting Memory Cards

Instructions for correct insertion of SD memory cards.

Basic Photography and Playback: Easy Auto Mode

Step 1: Power On and Select Easy Auto Mode

Initial steps to power on the camera and select Easy Auto mode.

Step 2: Frame a Picture

Guidance on holding the camera and framing subjects for shooting.

Step 3: Focus and Shoot

How to focus on a subject and capture a picture.

Step 4: Viewing and Deleting Pictures

Methods for viewing photos in playback and deleting unwanted images.

Auto Mode

Shooting in Auto Mode

How to adjust settings like image mode and white balance in Auto mode.

Using the Flash

Setting the Flash Mode

Steps to select and change the camera's flash mode.

Taking Pictures with the Self-timer

Macro Mode

Exposure Compensation

Shooting Suited for the Scene

Using the Scene Mode

Overview of scene modes and how to select them for optimized photography.

Taking Portrait (Smile Face) Shots Automatically

Smile Mode Operation

How to use Smile mode to automatically detect and shoot smiling faces.

More on Playback

Playback Zoom

How to zoom into pictures during playback for detailed viewing.

Movies

Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers

Transferring Pictures via USB

Detailed steps for transferring images using Nikon Transfer software.

Connecting to a Printer

MENU Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus

Shooting Menu: Image Mode

Shooting Menu: White Balance

Shooting Menu: Continuous Shooting

Playback Menu: Delete

Deleting Photos

Instructions on how to delete selected pictures or all images.

Setup Menu: Date

Setup Menu: Auto Off

Setup Menu: Format Storage

Formatting Memory and Cards

Procedures for formatting internal memory or memory cards.

Setup Menu: Reset all

Technical Notes: Optional Accessories

Caring for the Camera

Error Messages

Common Error Messages and Solutions

A table listing common error displays, problems, and their solutions.

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Display, Settings, Power

Common issues with monitor, power, and settings with causes/solutions.

Troubleshooting Shooting Issues

Solutions for common problems encountered during shooting.

Troubleshooting Playback Issues

Solutions for common problems encountered during playback.

Specifications

Nikon Coolpix L20 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Megapixel10 MP
Camera typeCompact camera
Sensor typeCCD
Image sensor size1/2.33 \
Maximum image resolution3648 x 2736 pixels
Optical zoom3.6 x
Focal length range6.7 - 24 mm
InterfaceUSB
Digital SLRNo
Built-in flashYes
Focal length (35mm film equivalent)38 - 136 mm
Focus adjustmentAuto
Normal focusing range0.50 - ∞ m
Super Macro focusing range0.05 - ∞ m
Normal focusing range (tele)0.7 - ∞ m
Normal focusing range (wide)0.3 - ∞ m
Internal memory20 MB
Compatible memory cardssd
Maximum video resolution640 x 480 pixels
Display diagonal3 \
Display resolution (numeric)230000 pixels
USB version2.0
Product colorRed
Battery typeAA
Battery technologyAlkaline
Battery life (CIPA standard)240 shots
Number of batteries supported2
Scene modesBacklight, beach, Close-up (macro), Documents, dusk, Fireworks, Museum, Night landscape, Night portrait, Panorama, party (indoor), Portrait, Sports, Sunset, Landscape (scenery)
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth29 mm
Width96.5 mm
Height61 mm
Weight135 g

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