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Nikon COOLPIX L310 - User Manual

Nikon COOLPIX L310
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2012
No reproduction in any form of this manual, in whole or in part
(except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews), may be
made without written authorization from NIKON CORPORATION.
CT2A01(11)
6MNA4211-01
DIGITAL CAMERA
Users Manual

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers

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    Michelle ChanSep 9, 2025
    How to display indicators in monitor of Nikon COOLPIX L310?
    • G
      Gregory RodriguezSep 9, 2025
      If no indicators are displayed in the monitor of your Nikon Digital Camera, select Show info.
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    mwadeSep 7, 2025
    Why Nikon Transfer 2 does not start when my Nikon COOLPIX L310 Digital Camera is connected?
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      pgrahamSep 8, 2025
      If Nikon Transfer 2 does not start when your Nikon Digital Camera is connected, check the following: * The camera is off. Turn the camera on. * The battery is exhausted. Replace or recharge the battery. * The USB cable is not correctly connected. Ensure it is properly connected. * The camera is not recognized by the computer. * The computer is not set to launch Nikon Transfer 2 automatically.
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    Ariana MooreAug 22, 2025
    What to do if Nikon COOLPIX L310 cannot focus?
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      Matthew FarmerAug 22, 2025
      If your Nikon Digital Camera cannot focus, it may be because: * The subject is too close to the camera. Try shooting with easy auto mode, Close-up scene mode, or macro mode. * The intended subject is one with which autofocus does not perform well. * Try turning the camera off and then on again.
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    Sara QuinnSep 5, 2025
    Why can't I use a shooting mode on my Nikon COOLPIX L310?
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      Daniel CunninghamSep 5, 2025
      If you are unable to use a shooting mode on your Nikon Digital Camera, disconnect the USB cable.
  • B
    Beth GonzalezSep 4, 2025
    Why does the monitor turn off and the power-on lamp flashes quickly on my Nikon Digital Camera?
    • A
      Anna GarciaSep 4, 2025
      If your Nikon Digital Camera monitor turns off, and the power-on lamp flashes quickly, it indicates that the battery temperature is high. Turn off the camera and allow the battery to cool down before resuming use.
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    Mr. Robert Le Jr.Sep 2, 2025
    How to improve monitor visibility on Nikon COOLPIX L310 Digital Camera?
    • T
      Timothy HerreraSep 3, 2025
      If your Nikon Digital Camera monitor is hard to read, try the following: * Clean the monitor. * Adjust the monitor brightness in the camera settings.
  • B
    bharveySep 1, 2025
    How to fix too dark images on Nikon Digital Camera?
    • J
      jeremy86Sep 1, 2025
      If the images from your Nikon Digital Camera appear too dark, consider the following: * The flash mode is set to W (Off). Change the flash setting. * The flash window is blocked. Make sure nothing is obstructing the flash. * The subject is beyond flash range. Move closer to the subject or use a longer-range flash. * Adjust exposure compensation to increase brightness. * Raise the ISO sensitivity to make the camera more sensitive to light. * The subject is backlit. Select the Backlighting scene mode, or raise the flash and set the flash mode to X (fill flash).
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    Deborah BurnsAug 31, 2025
    Why is my Nikon COOLPIX L310 Digital Camera not taking pictures?
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      pamelagarciaAug 31, 2025
      If your Nikon Digital Camera is not taking a picture when you press the shutter-release button, it could be due to these reasons: * If the camera is in playback mode, press the A button, shutter-release button, or b (e movie-record) button. * The battery is exhausted. Replace or recharge the battery. * The flash is charging. Wait until the flash lamp stops flashing.
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    Sean GrossAug 30, 2025
    What to do if my Nikon COOLPIX L310 turns off without warning?
    • D
      David DavidsonAug 30, 2025
      If your Nikon Digital Camera is turning off without any warning, it could be due to the following reasons: * The battery is exhausted. Replace or recharge the battery. * The camera has turned off automatically to save power. * The battery is cold. Warm the battery if possible or use a fully charged battery at room temperature.
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    Shelby DayAug 28, 2025
    Why is the monitor blank on my Nikon COOLPIX L310?
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      Loretta GilesAug 28, 2025
      If the monitor of your Nikon Digital Camera is blank, it might be due to several reasons: * The camera is off. Ensure it's powered on. * The battery is exhausted. Replace or recharge the battery. * The camera is in standby mode to save power. Press the power switch, shutter-release button, A button, c button, or b (e movie-record) button. * The flash lamp is flashing red, indicating the flash is charging. Wait until the flash has charged. * The camera is connected to a computer via USB cable. Disconnect the cable. * The camera is connected to a TV via audio/video cable. Disconnect the cable.

Summary

For Your Safety

General Safety Precautions

Essential safety guidelines for operating the Nikon COOLPIX L310 camera.

Battery Handling and Charging Safety

Important safety advice for handling camera batteries and chargers.

Introduction and Camera Overview

About This Manual

Introduction to the manual, its symbols, and general camera information.

Parts of the Camera Body

Detailed explanation of the camera's physical components and their functions.

Basic Operations and Initial Setup

Basic Camera Operations

Understanding basic camera operations and button controls.

First Steps: Initial Setup

Guide to initial camera setup, including batteries, memory cards, and basic settings.

Core Shooting Modes

Easy Auto Mode Guide

Learn to take pictures using the camera's automatic Easy Auto mode.

Scene Modes Explained

Guide to using different scene modes for various shooting conditions.

Playback, Editing, and Movies

Playback Operations

How to navigate and perform operations while viewing images.

Image Editing Functions

Using the camera to edit images, such as D-Lighting and cropping.

Connectivity and Setup

Connecting to Computers and Printers

Instructions for connecting the camera to TVs, computers, and printers.

Basic Camera Setup Menu

Overview of setup menu options for customizing camera functions.

Troubleshooting and Specifications

Troubleshooting Common Camera Issues

Solutions for frequent camera problems related to operation and display.

Technical Specifications

Detailed technical specifications and supported standards for the camera.

Nikon COOLPIX L310 Specifications

General IconGeneral
SensorCCD
Optical Zoom21x
Digital Zoom4x
Display Resolution230, 000 dots
Image StabilizationLens-shift VR
TypeCompact digital camera
Image Sensor Size1/2.3-inch
Focusing SystemContrast-detect AF
Movie Resolution1280 x 720 (HD)
Built-in FlashYes
Display3.0-inch TFT LCD
Video Resolution1280 x 720 (720p)
ISO SensitivityISO 80-1600
Battery Type4x AA batteries
WeightApprox. 435 g (15.4 oz) with battery and SD card
Focal Length4.5-94.5 mm (35mm equivalent: 25-525 mm)
Shutter Speed1/1500-1 sec, 4 sec (Fireworks show scene mode)
Storage MediaSD/SDHC/SDXC
DimensionsApprox. 109.9 x 76.5 x 78.4 mm (4.4 x 3.1 x 3.1 in.) excluding projections

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