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Nikon COOLPIX P330 User Manual

Nikon COOLPIX P330
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Nikon
Quick Start Guide
Take
the
Camera
Out
of
the
Box
3
First Steps
5
Shooting
and
Playback
12
Using ViewNX
2
17
Other
Functions
21
For Your Safety
26
Nikon

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Nikon COOLPIX P330 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Resolution12.2 megapixels
LensNIKKOR lens with 5x optical zoom
Aperturef/1.8-5.6
Video RecordingFull HD 1080p at 30 fps
StorageSD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards
BatteryEN-EL12 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
Battery LifeApprox. 200 shots per charge
Dimensions103.0 x 58.3 x 32.0 mm
Lens Focal Length24-120 mm (35mm equivalent)
File FormatsJPEG, RAW (NRW)
Image Size4000 x 3000 pixels
Exposure MeteringMatrix, center-weighted, spot
Exposure ControlProgrammed auto, shutter-priority auto, aperture-priority auto, manual
Sensor1/1.7-inch CMOS
ISO Range80-3200 (expandable to 12800)
Display3.0-inch LCD (921, 000 dots)
Image StabilizationLens-shift VR
WeightApprox. 200 g (including battery and memory card)
Focus Range50 cm to infinity
Focus-area ModeFace priority, manual with 99 focus areas, center, subject tracking
Shutter TypeMechanical and CMOS electronic shutter
Aperture Rangef/1.8-5.6
Self-timer2 and 10 sec
Shooting ModeAuto, scene, special effects, P, S, A, M
Movie Frame Rate30 fps (1080p)
Flash RangeApprox. 0.5-6.5 m (1 ft 8 in. - 21 ft) (W); 0.5-2.5 m (1 ft 8 in. - 8 ft 2 in.) (T)

Summary

Parts of the Camera

First Steps

Step 2 Insert the Battery and the Memory Card

Guides users on inserting the battery and memory card correctly into the camera.

Step 3 Charge the Battery

Step 4 Turn the Camera On

Step 5 Setting the Display Language, Date, and Time

Shooting and Playback

Step 1 Rotate the Mode Dial and Align the 0 (Auto) Icon to the Mark

Instructs on setting the camera to Auto mode by rotating the mode dial.

Step 2 Check the Battery Level and the Number of Exposures Remaining

Explains how to check the battery level and remaining exposure count on the display.

Step 4 Focus and Shoot

Step 6 Deleting Unwanted Images

Using ViewNX 2

Installing ViewNX 2

Guides the installation of ViewNX 2 software on Windows and Macintosh.

Transferring Images to the Computer

Other Functions

Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector

Explains how to use the multi selector to access and adjust various camera functions.

Selecting a Shooting Mode

Basic Menu Operations

Recording Movies

Playback Mode

Operations During Playback Zoom

Explains how to enlarge images and move the display during playback zoom.

For Your Safety

WARNINGS

Critical safety warnings for product use, malfunction, disassembly, and environmental hazards.

Notices for Customers in the U.S.A.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Crucial safety instructions to reduce risk of fire or electric shock.

<Important> Notes on GPS

GPS Functions

Details on GPS function usage, limitations, and battery drain considerations.

Parts of the Camera and Main Functions

The Camera Body

Detailed illustration and list of external camera body parts and their functions.

Principle Functions of the Controls

For Shooting

Explains the main functions of controls relevant to shooting operations.

Monitor Screen

For Shooting

Illustrates and explains the information displayed on the monitor during shooting.

For Playback

Illustrates and explains the information displayed on the monitor during playback.

The Basics of Shooting and Playback

Preparation 1 Insert the Battery

Provides step-by-step instructions for inserting the battery correctly.

Removing the Battery

Details on removing the battery safely.

Preparation 2 Charge the Battery

Notes on Charging AC Adapter

Important notes and safety warnings for using the AC adapter.

Preparation 3 Insert a Memory Card

Inserting the Memory Card Correctly

Instructions on correctly inserting the memory card to prevent damage.

Formatting a Memory Card

Explains the process and implications of formatting a memory card.

Internal Memory and Memory Cards

Removing Memory Cards

Details on removing memory cards safely.

High Temperature Caution

Warning about handling hot camera, battery, and memory card after use.

Step 1 Turn the Camera On

Setting the Display Language, Date, and Time

Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode

Available Shooting Modes

Using the Zoom

Focus and Exposure

Step 5 Play Back Images

Shooting Features

A (Auto) Mode

Description of the Auto mode for easy shooting without detailed settings.

Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)

Changing Scene Mode Settings

Characteristics of Each Scene

Explains characteristics and settings for specific scene modes like Night landscape.

P, S, A, M Modes (Setting the Exposure for Shooting)

i (User Setting Modes)

Saving Settings in U Mode

Guides on saving and managing custom shooting settings in U mode.

Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector

Using the Flash (Flash Modes)

Available Flash Modes

Lists and describes the different flash modes available for shooting.

Using the Self-timer

Shooting Smiling Faces Automatically (Smile Timer)

Using Focus Mode

Available Focus Modes

Macro Close-up

Explains Macro close-up mode for close-up shots of small objects.

Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation)

Features That Can Be Set Using the MENU Button (Shooting Mode)

Options Available in the Shooting Menu

Functions That Can Be Set Using the Fn (Function) Button

Changing the Image Quality and Image Size

Image Quality

Details image quality settings like Fine, Normal, and RAW (NRW) formats.

Image Quality Setting

Details image quality settings and considerations for RAW/JPEG recording.

Focusing on Subject

Using the Target Finding AF

Explains how Target Finding AF works to focus on the main subject.

Using Face Detection

Playback Features

Playback Zoom

Guides on enlarging images and moving the display during playback zoom.

Viewing Several Images (Thumbnail Playback and Calendar Display)

Operations During Thumbnail Playback and Calendar Display

Details operations for changing image display count and selecting images.

Features That Can Be Set Using the MENU Button (Playback Mode)

Available Playback Menus

Lists and describes options available in the playback menu.

Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer

Viewing images on a TV

Instructions for connecting the camera to a TV for image playback via AV or HDMI.

Viewing and organizing images on a computer

Details on connecting to a computer for image transfer and organization.

Printing images without using a computer

Explains direct printing from the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer.

Recording and Playing Back Movies

Recording Movies

Guides on turning on the camera, starting movie recording, and viewing movie options.

Recording HS (High Speed) Movies

Features That Can Be Set Using the MENU Button (Movie Menu)

Available Movie Menus

Lists and describes options within the camera's movie menu.

Playing Back Movies

Operations Available During Movie Playback

Covers movie playback controls, fast forward, rewind, and pause.

Using GPS

Starting GPS Data Recording

Guides on turning on GPS functions and starting location data recording.

Features That Can Be Set Using the MENU Button (GPS Options Menu)

Options Available in the GPS Options Menu

Lists and describes options within the GPS options menu.

Create Log (Record the Log of Moving Information)

To Erase Log Data

Instructions on erasing temporary log data from the camera or stored data from memory.

General Camera Setup

The Setup Menu

Explains how to access and change settings in the camera's setup menu.

Vibration Reduction

Digital Zoom

Reference Section

Shooting

Provides detailed information and hints for using the camera for shooting.

Playback

Covers browsing, viewing, and managing recorded images.

Movies

Details on recording, playing back, and editing movie files.

Menu

Explains the camera's menu system for various settings and features.

Taking Pictures With Manual Focus

Using Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playing back)

Taking Pictures with Easy Panorama

Step-by-step instructions for capturing panorama pictures.

Viewing Easy Panorama (Scroll)

Deleting Images in a Sequence

Editing Still Images

Editing Features

Lists and describes image editing functions available on the camera.

Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and Saturation

D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and Contrast

Skin Softening: Softening Skin Tones

Filter Effects: Applying Digital Filter Effects

NRW (RAW) Processing: Creating JPEG Images from NRW Images

Set the RAW (NRW) processing parameters

Details on setting RAW processing parameters and creating JPEG copies.

Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy

Connecting the Camera to a TV (Viewing Images on a TV)

Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print)

Connecting the Camera to a Printer

Guides on connecting the camera to a printer using a USB cable.

Printing Individual Images

Printing Multiple Images

Editing Movies

Extracting Only the Desired Portions of the Movie

Guides on extracting and saving desired portions of a movie.

Saving a Frame from a Movie as a Still Picture

Menu

Shooting Menu (P, S, A or M Mode)

Covers image quality and size settings, and picture control customization.

Image Quality and Image Size

Guides on setting image quality and size for recording.

Picture Control (COOLPIX Picture Control)

Explains how to adjust picture control settings like Standard, Neutral, Vivid, Monochrome.

COOLPIX Picture Control

Details on changing image recording settings for sharpness, contrast, and saturation.

Customizing Existing COOLPIX Picture Controls: Quick Adjust and Manual Adjust

Types of Quick Adjust and Manual Adjust

Custom Picture Control (COOLPIX Custom Picture Control)

Creating COOLPIX Custom Picture Controls

Step-by-step guide for creating and registering custom picture controls.

White Balance (Adjusting Hue)

Fine Adjustment of White Balance

Guides on performing fine adjustment of white balance values.

Using Preset Manual

Metering

Continuous Shooting

Pre-shooting Cache

Interval Timer Shooting

ISO Sensitivity

Exposure Bracketing

AF Area Mode

Using Subject Tracking

Autofocus Mode

Flash Exp. Comp.

Built-in ND Filter

Active D-Lighting

Save User Settings/Reset User Settings

Zoom Memory

Movie Menu

Movie Options

Lists and describes movie recording options like resolution and frame rate.

Autofocus Mode

Explains autofocus modes for normal speed movie recording.

HS Movie

The Playback Menu

Print Order (Creating a DPOF Print Order)

Guides on creating a DPOF print order for memory card printing.

Slide Show

Voice Memo

Recording Voice Memos

Guides on recording voice memos up to 20 seconds using the camera microphone.

Deleting Voice Memos

Guides on deleting voice memos from pictures.

Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory and Memory Card)

GPS Options Menu

GPS Options

Lists and describes GPS options like Record GPS data and Update A-GPS file.

Updating the A-GPS File

Guides on downloading and updating the A-GPS file from the website.

Sound Settings

Format Memory/Format Card

Formatting the Internal Memory

Instructions for formatting the camera's internal memory.

Formatting Memory Cards

Explains how to format memory cards inserted into the camera.

TV Settings

HDMI

Sets picture resolution for HDMI output.

HDMI 3D output

Sets the method to output 3D images to HDMI devices.

Charge by Computer

Toggle Av/Tv Selection

Blink Warning

The Did someone blink? Screen

Explains the screen for checking blinks detected by face detection.

Reset All

Error Messages

Display Cause/Solution A

Lists error messages and their corresponding causes and solutions.

File and Folder Names

Optional Accessories

Wireless Mobile Adapter

Details on the Wireless Mobile Adapter WU-1a for smart device connectivity.

Technical Notes and Index

Caring for the Products

Precautions for using and storing the camera, lens, and monitor.

The Camera

General precautions for using and storing the camera device.

The Battery

Detailed information on battery usage, charging, and temperature considerations.

Charging AC Adapter

Details on using the Charging AC Adapter EH-69P with compatible devices.

The Memory Cards

Precautions for using SD cards, formatting, and data transfer.

Caring for the Camera

Instructions for cleaning the lens, monitor, and body, and storage precautions.

Troubleshooting

Lists common problems and solutions for power, display, and settings issues.

Specifications

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