Nikon COOLPIX A900 Reference Manual
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DIGITAL CAMERA Reference Manual En - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 2
options, and messages displayed in the camera monitor are shown in bold. Memory Cards SD and SDHC/SDXC memory cards are referred to as "memory cards" in this manual. Camera Settings The explanations in this manual assume that default settings are used. Help Use the camera's on-board help feature for - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 3
Menu Options 0 16 i The Index 0 253 i Troubleshooting 0 238 i Error Messages 0 242 X Introduction s : U1 and U2 Modes k Release Mode d Image Quality and Size Flash Photography t Other Shooting Options I More on Playback Q Connections U Camera Menus n Technical Notes 01 0 27 0 38 0 52 0 60 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 4
with the COOLPIX A. For safety precautions, see "For Your Safety" (0 vi). 1 Attach the camera strap. Attach the strap securely to the camera eyelets. 2 Charge the battery (0 20). Insert battery Plug charger in Battery charging Charging complete 3 Insert the battery and a memory card (0 21, 23 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 5
the first time, you will be prompted to choose a language and set the camera clock (0 25). 5 Rotate the focus mode selector to t (autofocus; 0 75). Focus mode selector 6 Frame the photograph (0 29). 7 Focus and shoot (0 30). The focus area will - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 6
not remain in contact with the battery charger break open as the camera, battery charger, or AC adapter for result of a fall or other accident, extended periods while the devices are take the product to a Nikon- on or in use authorized service representative Parts of the devices become hot - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 7
the following precautions when handling the battery for use in this product: • Before replacing the battery, turn the product off. • The camera takes EN-EL20 rechargeable Li-ion batteries only (supplied), which must be charged using the supplied MH-27 battery charger. The optional ML-L3 remote - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 8
provided or sold by entering the eyes or mouth. Nikon for the purpose, to maintain compliance with product regulations. AFollow the directions of airline and hospital personnel Remove Eye-Fi cards from the AHandle moving parts with care camera before boarding an Be careful that your fingers or - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 9
B digital apparatus complies Cet appareil numérique de la classe B with Canadian ICES-003. est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Notices for Customers in Europe CAUTION RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 10
Battery Charger IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS-SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS DANGER-TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are COOLPIX expressly approved by Nikon with the instructions, may cause - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 11
material that has been digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera, or other device may note that deleting images or formatting memory cards or other data storage devices does replace any pictures selected for preset manual white balance (0 94). Care should be taken - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 12
highest standards and include complex electronic circuitry. Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including 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 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 13
to Know the Camera 2 The Camera Body 2 The Monitor 5 The Information Display 7 The Mode Dial 9 The Command Dial 10 Camera Menus: An Overview 12 Using Camera Menus 13 Menu Options 16 First Steps 20 Charge the Battery 20 Insert the Battery 21 Insert a Memory Card 23 Basic Setup 25 xiii - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 14
Basic Photography 27 Battery Level and Card Capacity 27 "Point-and-Shoot" Photography (i Mode 29 Basic Playback 33 Deleting Unwanted Photographs 34 Creative Photography (Scene Modes 35 k Portrait 35 l Landscape 35 p Child - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 15
P: Programmed Auto 53 S: Shutter-Priority Auto 54 A: Aperture-Priority Auto 55 M: Manual 56 User Settings: U1 and U2 Modes 60 Saving User Settings 60 Recalling User Settings 62 Resetting User Settings 62 Release Mode 63 Single-Frame, Continuous, Self-timer, Remote, and Movie Modes 63 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 16
Exposure 85 Metering 85 Exposure Compensation 87 White Balance 89 White Balance Options 89 Fine-Tuning White Balance 92 Preset Manual 94 Image Enhancement 99 Picture Controls 99 Selecting a Picture Control 99 Modifying Picture Controls 101 Creating Custom Picture Controls 106 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 17
Printing Pictures One at a Time 161 Printing Multiple Pictures 163 Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set 166 Viewing Photographs on TV 169 HDMI Options 171 Camera Menus 172 D The Playback Menu: Managing Images 172 Playback Folder 173 Playback Display Options 173 Image - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 18
Auto Bracketing Set 181 B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup 182 Format Memory Card 183 Monitor Brightness 183 Photo Info 184 Flicker Reduction 184 Time Zone and Date 185 Language 186 Image Comment 186 Auto Image Rotation 187 Self-Timer 188 Auto off Timer 189 Image Review Time 189 Remote on - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 19
Menu 222 Technical Notes 226 Optional Flash Units (Speedlights 226 Other Accessories 230 Caring for the Camera 232 Cleaning 232 Storage 232 Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions 233 Caring for the Camera 233 Caring for the Battery 234 The Charger 235 Available Settings 236 xix - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 20
Troubleshooting 238 Battery/Display 238 Shooting (All Modes 238 Shooting (P, S, A, M 240 Playback 240 Miscellaneous 241 Error Messages 242 Specifications 245 Approved Memory Cards 251 Memory Card Capacity 252 Index...253 xx - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 21
your purchase of a Nikon digital camera. To get the most from your camera, please be sure to read all instructions thoroughly and keep them ://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 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 22
Getting to Know the Camera The Camera Body 2 3 1 4 X 4 5 10 9 6 8 7 1 Built-in flash 112 2 Shutter-release button Taking photographs 29 Recording movies 38 3 Power switch 2 4 Eyelets for camera strap iv 5 Command dial 10 6 Power-on lamp 25 7 Mode dial 9 8 Accessory Shoe Cover BS - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 23
1 10 9 8 2 3 4 5 7 6 13 11 12 X Lens retracted 1 Stereo microphone 43 2 Built-in flash 112 3 Infrared receiver for remote control 67 4 Accessory terminal/USB connector cover 231 5 Focus-mode selector 74 6 Focus ring 80 7 Lens ring 8 Lens 245 9 f button Fn1 193 10 AF-assist - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 24
148 10 Power connector cover 230 11 Battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover latch ..... 20 12 Battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover 23 13 Tripod socket 14 Speaker 12 20 HDMI mini connector (Type C).... 169 21 Battery latch 22 * The rotary multi selector is referred to by the term - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 25
Flash mode 113 24 AE lock indicator 3 Release mode 63 25 FV lock indicator 118 4 Autofocus mode 75 26 Metering 85 5 AF-area mode 76 27 Battery indicator 27 6 Active D-Lighting 110 28 10 Image quality 69 32 Help indicator 12 11 Guide 33 Focus area 30 12 Bracketing indicator 123 5 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 26
status 146 2 Retouch indicator 197 3 Frame number/total number of images 4 Image quality 69 5 Image size 72 6 File name 191 7 Time of recording 25, 185 8 Date of recording 25, 185 9 Folder name 177 6 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 27
camera Image size 72 3 White balance 89 4 ISO sensitivity 81 5 Release mode 63 6 AF mode 74 7 AF-area mode 76 8 memory remains for over 1000 exposures 27 20 Number of exposures remaining...27 21 Manual flash indicator Flash compensation indicator for optional flash units 116 22 Battery - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 28
A The Information Display To hide the information display, press the P button again. X 8 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 29
-and-shoot photography. P, S, A, and M Modes Select these modes for full control over camera settings. • P-Programmed auto (0 53) • S-Shutter-priority auto (0 54) • A-Aperture-priority auto (0 55) • M-Manual (0 56) d and e Modes (0 60) Store and recall customized shooting settings. Scene Modes - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 30
The Command Dial The command dial can be used with other controls to adjust a variety of settings when shooting information is displayed in the monitor. X Mode dial Command dial E (N/L) button Exposure compensation/ Aperture S (g) button ISO sensitivity Choose a combination of aperture and - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 31
Choose a shutter speed (mode S or M; 0 54, 56). Choose an aperture (mode A; 0 55). Mode S or Command M dial Mode A Command X dial Choose an aperture (mode M; 0 56). + Mode M E (N/L) Command button dial Set exposure compensation (mode P, S, or A; 0 87). Mode P, S or A + E (N/L) Command - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 32
Menus: An Overview Most shooting, playback, and setup options can be accessed from the camera menus. To view the menus, press the G button. G button Tabs X Choose from the following menus: • D: Playback (0 172) • N: Retouch (0 197) • C: Shooting (0 176) • m/O: Recent settings or My - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 33
Menus The multi selector and J button are used to Move cursor up J button: select navigate the camera highlighted menus. Cancel and item return to Select previous highlighted menu item or display Move cursor sub-menu down Items can also be highlighted by - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 34
3 Select a menu. Press 1 or 3 to select the desired menu. 4 X Position the cursor in the selected menu. Press 2 to position the cursor in the selected menu. 5 Highlight a menu item. Press 1 or 3 or rotate the multi selector to highlight a menu item. 6 Display options. Press 2 to display - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 35
the following: • Menu items that are displayed in gray are not currently available. • While pressing 2 generally has the same effect as pressing J, there are some cases in which selection can only be made by pressing J. • To exit the menus and return to shooting mode, press the shutter - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 36
(RAW) + JPEG fine NEF (RAW) + JPEG normal Select date NEF (RAW) + JPEG All basic Playback folder Current (default) size Large (default) Overview Medium Image review On (default) Small Off White balance Cloudy order Deselect all? Shade Preset manual C SHOOTING MENU (0 176) Reset - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 37
rate Movie quality X Off Microphone ISO sensitivity settings Release mode ISO sensitivity Auto ISO sensitivity control Single or Auto (other modes). (default) Continuous B SETUP MENU (0 182) Self-timer Format memory - Delayed remote card (ML-L3) Save user Save to U1 Quick-response - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 38
-ON Exposure compensation + NEF (RAW) ISO sensitivity (default) White balance Image quality/size Metering Active D-Lighting Auto bracketing Monitor brightness Exposure compensation Shutter speed/ aperture Release locked (default) Enable release Auto off Position Use GPS to set camera clock 18 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 39
Firmware - Perspective - version control * Available only with compatible Eye-Fi Miniature effect - memory cards during full-frame playback. Monochrome Black-and-white Sepia m RECENT * Rank items Choose tab Playback menu Shooting menu Setup menu Retouch menu - - My Menu Recent settings - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 40
The camera is powered by an EN-EL20 rechargeable Li-ion battery (supplied). To maximize shooting time, charge the battery in the supplied MH-27 battery charger before use. About two hours are required to fully recharge the battery when no charge remains. Insert battery X Plug charger in Battery - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 41
Insert the Battery 1 Open the battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover. Unlatch (q) and open (w) the batterychamber/memory card slot cover. 2 Insert the battery. Kq X Insert the battery in the orientation shown (q), using the battery to keep Kw the orange battery latch pressed to one side. The - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 42
the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. Press the battery latch in the direction shown by the arrow to release the battery and then remove the battery by hand. A Inserting and Removing Batteries Always turn the camera off before inserting or removing batteries. A The Battery and Charger X Read - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 43
in the correct orientation. D Formatting Memory Cards If this is the first time the memory card will be used in the camera or if the card has been formatted in another device, select Format memory card in the setup menu and follow the on-screen instructions to format the card (0 183). Note that this - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 44
be hot after use. Observe due caution when removing memory cards from the camera. • Do not remove memory cards from the camera, turn the camera off, or remove or disconnect the power source during formatting or while data are being recorded, deleted, or copied to a computer. Failure to observe - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 45
Basic Setup A language-selection dialog will be displayed the first time the camera is turned on. Choose a language and set the time and date. Photographs can not be taken until you have set the time and date. 1 Turn the camera on. A language-selection dialog will be displayed. X 2 Choose a language - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 46
displays a warning at startup stating that the clock is not set the clock battery is exhausted and the clock has been reset. Set the clock to the correct time and date (0 185). A The Camera Clock The camera clock is less accurate than most watches and household X clocks. Check the clock regularly - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 47
Battery Level and Card Capacity Before shooting, turn the camera on and check the battery level and number of exposures remaining. Battery level is shown in the monitor as follows: s Battery Number of indicator exposures remaining Monitor Description L Battery fully charged. J Battery - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 48
no operations are performed for the length of time selected for Auto off timer in the setup menu (0 189; the default for both shooting and playback is about 1 minute), the mode dial, or by pressing the shutter-release or K button. If no operations are performed for a further three minutes or so, the - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 49
"point-and-shoot" modes in which the majority of settings are controlled by the camera in response to shooting conditions. 1 Select i. Mode dial s 2 Ready the camera. Keep your elbows propped lightly against your torso for support and place one foot half a pace ahead of the other to keep your - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 50
area selected with the multi selector before the shutter-release button was s pressed halfway. When the focus operation is complete, the focus area will light green, the AF lamp/memory- card access lamp will light, and focus will lock (if the camera is unable to focus, the focus area will - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 51
, and in rare instances the focus area and AF lamp/memory-card access lamp s may light green even when the camera is not in focus. If the camera is unable to focus using autofocus, try pressing the shutter-release button halfway a few times, focus manually (0 80) or use focus lock (0 79) to focus on - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 52
does not indicate a malfunction). D Temperature Warnings If the ambient temperature is high or the camera has been used for extended periods, particularly in continuous release mode, a warning may be displayed and the camera may turn off automatically to prevent damage to its internal circuits. If - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 53
be displayed by pressing 4 or 2 or by rotating the multi selector or command dial. To end playback and return to shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway. 33 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 54
delete the O button image and return to playback. To exit without deleting the picture, press K. A Delete To delete selected images, all images taken on a selected date, or all images in a chosen folder, use the Delete option in the playback menu (0 150). 34 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 55
Creative Photography (Scene Modes) Choosing a scene mode automatically optimizes settings to suit the selected scene. h Mode To view the currently selected scene, rotate the mode dial to h. To choose another scene, rotate the command dial. The selected s scene is shown by an icon in the monitor. - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 56
Capture the brightness of sunlit motion for dynamic sports shots in which the main subject stands out clearly. While the shutter-release button is pressed all the way down, the camera will take up to 26 shots expanses of water, snow, or sand. u Sunset Preserves the deep hues seen in sunsets and - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 57
0 Food Use for vivid photographs of food. 1 Silhouette Silhouette subjects against bright backgrounds. 2 High Key Use with bright scenes to create bright images that seem filled with light. s 3 Low Key Use with dark scenes to create dark, somber images with prominent highlights. 37 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 58
sound. 1 Press the P button. y Shooting information will be displayed in the monitor. P button 2 Display release mode options. Highlight the current release mode and press J to display release mode options. 3 Select 1 Movie recording. Highlight 1 Movie recording and press J. Press the shutter - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 59
and focus as described in Steps 3 and 4 on page 29. When using manual focus (0 74), note that focus can not be adjusted during recording; adjust focus time available are displayed in the monitor. In P, S, and A Shutter-release button modes, exposure can be altered by up to ±2 EV in steps of - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 60
shutter-release button all the way down to end recording. Recording will end automatically when the maximum length is reached, the memory card is setup menu (0 193). A ISO Sensitivity In mode M, ISO sensitivity can be manually set to values between ISO 100 and 6400 (0 81). In other modes, the camera - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 61
The Movie Recording Display w q e Item q "No movie" icon w Movie frame size e Time remaining Description Indicates that movies can not be recorded. The frame size for movie recording. The recording time available for movies. y 0 - 43 39 A Before Recording Choose a color space before recording - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 62
, but this does not indicate a malfunction). If the ambient temperature is high or the camera has been used for extended periods, particularly in continuous release mode, a warning may be displayed and the camera may turn off automatically to prevent damage to its internal circuits. If a temperature - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 63
29 min 59 s/ 29 min 59 s 1 Listed value. Actual frame rates for 30p, 25p, and 24p are 29.97, 25, and 23.976 fps respectively. 2 Camera may turn off automatically to prevent overheating before maximum length is reached. • Microphone: Turn the audio recording on or off. A Frame Size and Rate Frame - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 64
1 Select Movie settings. Press the G button to display the menus. Highlight Movie settings in the shooting menu and press 2. G button 2 Choose movie options. Highlight the desired item and press 2, then highlight an option and press J. y A The 2 Icon 2 is displayed in full-frame and movie - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 65
icon in full-frame playback (0 132). Press J to start playback. 1 icon Length Current position/total length Volume Movie progress bar Guide The following operations can be performed: To Use Description y Pause Pause playback. Play Advance/ rewind Resume playback when movie is paused or - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 66
volume X/W (Q) Press X to increase volume, W (Q) to decrease. Return to fullframe /K Press 1 or K to exit to full-frame playback. playback Exit to shooting mode Press shutter-release button halfway to exit to shooting display. Display menus G See page 172 for more information. y 46 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 67
Editing Movies Trim footage to create edited copies of movies or save selected frames as JPEG stills. Option 9 Choose start/end point 4 Save selected frame Description Create a copy from which the opening or closing footage has been removed. Save a selected frame as a JPEG still. Trimming Movies - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 68
3 Display movie edit options. Press the E (N/L) button to display movie edit options. E (N/L) button 4 Select Choose start/ end point. Highlight Choose start/ end point and press J. y The dialog shown at right will be displayed; choose whether the current frame will be the starting or end - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 69
displayed in red in Step 5 and no copy will be created. The copy will not be saved if there is insufficient space available on the memory card. Copies have the same time and date of creation as the original. 49 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 70
Saving Selected Frames To save a copy of a selected frame as a JPEG still: 1 View the movie and choose a frame. Play the movie back as described on page 45; your approximate position in the movie can be ascertained from the movie progress bar. Pause Progress bar the movie at the frame you - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 71
4 Create a still copy. Press 1 to create a still copy of the current frame. 5 Save the copy. Highlight Yes and press J to create a JPEG copy of the selected frame. Movie stills are indicated by a 9 icon in fullframe playback. y A Save Selected Frame JPEG movie stills created with the Save selected - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 72
results. Use to freeze or blur motion. User chooses aperture; camera selects shutter A Aperture-priority auto (0 55) speed for best results. Use to blur background or bring both foreground and background into focus. M Manual (0 56) User controls both shutter speed and aperture. Set shutter - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 73
to ensure optimal exposure in most situations. This mode is recommended for snapshots and other situations in which you want to leave the camera in charge of shutter speed and aperture. # A Flexible Program In mode P, different combinations of shutter speed and aperture can be selected by - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 74
Auto To choose a shutter speed, rotate the command dial. Command dial # In shutter-priority auto, you choose the shutter speed while the camera automatically selects the aperture that will produce the optimal exposure. Use slow shutter speeds to suggest motion by blurring moving subjects, fast - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 75
-Priority Auto To choose aperture, rotate the command dial. Command dial In aperture-priority auto, you choose the aperture while the # camera automatically selects the shutter speed that will produce the optimal exposure. Large apertures (low f-numbers) increase flash range and reduce depth - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 76
M: Manual In manual mode, you control both shutter speed and aperture. Rotate the command dial to choose a shutter speed, and the multi selector to set aperture (shutter speed - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 77
settings. If the subject is too bright or too dark for the camera to meter, the indicator will flash. Optimal exposure Underexposed by 1/3 EV compensation (0 88). A See Also The Reverse indicators option in the setup menu can be used to reverse the exposure indicators so that negative values - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 78
(0 231). The shutter-release button on the MC-DC2 performs the same role as the camera shutter-release button. • B: Requires an camera. Mount the camera on a tripod or place it on a stable, level surface. To prevent loss of power before the exposure is complete, use a fully charged EN-EL20 battery - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 79
to choose a shutter speed of A. For a shutter speed of "B", Command dial select a remote control release mode (0 66) after choosing the shutter speed. 4 Open the shutter. A: After focusing, press the shutter-release button on the camera or optional remote cord all the way down. Keep the shutter - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 80
program, shutter speed, aperture, exposure and flash compensation, flash mode, metering, autofocus and AF-area modes, bracketing, and shooting menu (0 176) settings (note that the camera will not store the options selected for Reset shooting menu, Storage folder, Manage Picture Control - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 81
3 Select Save user settings. Press the G button to display the menus. Highlight Save user settings in the setup menu and press 2. G button 4 Select Save to U1 or Save to U2. Highlight Save to U1 or Save to U2 and press 2. 5 Save user settings. - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 82
for d or e to default values: 1 Select Reset user settings. Press the G button to $ display the menus. Highlight Reset user settings in the setup menu and press 2. G button 2 Select Reset U1 or Reset U2. Highlight Reset U1 or Reset U2 and press 2. 3 Reset user settings. Highlight Reset - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 83
the way down. E Self-timer: Use self-timer for self-portraits or to reduce blurring caused by camera shake (0 66). k Delayed remote (ML-L3): Shutter is released 2 s after shutter-release % button on optional ML-L3 (0 231) remote control is pressed (0 66). Quick-response (ML-L3): Shutter is - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 84
be displayed in the monitor. P button 2 Display release mode options. Highlight the current release mode and press J to display release mode options. 3 Select a release mode. Highlight a release mode k and press J. Press the shutter-release button halfway to return to the shooting display - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 85
out. If the camera is switched off while data remain in the buffer, the power will not turn off until all images in the buffer have been recorded. If the battery is exhausted while images remain in the buffer, the shutter release will be disabled and the images transferred to the memory card. A The - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 86
control (0 231) allow the photographer to be at a distance from the camera when a photo is taken. 1 Mount the camera on a tripod. Mount the camera on a tripod or place the camera on a stable, level surface. 2 Select a release mode. Select E Self-timer, % Delayed remote (ML-L3), or $ Quick - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 87
a distance of 5 m (16 ft) or less, aim the transmitter on the ML-L3 at the infrared receiver on the front of the camera (0 3) and press the ML-L3 shutter-release button to focus and shoot. In delayed remote mode, the self-timer lamp will light for about two seconds before the shutter - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 88
setup menu (0 188). In remote control modes, the flash begins charging when remote control mode is selected; once the flash is k charged, it will automatically fire when required. The camera will only respond to the ML-L3 shutter-release button once the flash has charged. In flash modes that support - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 89
are recorded: one NEF (RAW) image and one basic-quality JPEG image. d Raw data from the image sensor are saved NEF directly to the memory card. Settings such as white balance and contrast can be adjusted after shooting. Record JPEG images at a compression ratio of roughly 1 : 4 (fine quality - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 90
current image quality in the information display and press J. 3 Choose a file type. Highlight an option and press J. To return to d shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway. Information display 70 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 91
balance bracketing (0 123) is not available at image quality settings of NEF (RAW) or NEF (RAW)+JPEG. NEF (RAW) images can be viewed on the camera or using software such as Capture NX 2 (available separately; 0 231) or ViewNX 2 (available on the supplied ViewNX 2 CD). JPEG copies of NEF (RAW) images - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 92
image size in the information display and press J. 3 Choose an image size. Highlight an option and press J. To return to shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway. Information display 72 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 93
A The Shooting Menu Image size can also be adjusted using the Image size option in the shooting menu (0 176). A The S (g) Button Image quality and size can also be adjusted by rotating the command dial while keeping the S (g) button pressed (0 194). d 73 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 94
is used when n or 0 is chosen in scene mode. A Autofocus with Manual Override After pressing the shutter-release button halfway to focus using autofocus, you can make manual adjustments to focus by keeping the shutter-release button pressed halfway and rotating the focus ring (0 80). To refocus - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 95
For stationary subjects. Focus locks when shutterrelease button is pressed halfway. For moving subjects. Camera focuses continuously until shutter-release button is pressed. Focus locks when shutter-release button is pressed halfway. 1 Press the P button. Shooting information will be displayed in - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 96
AF-Area Mode Choose how the focus area for autofocus is selected in modes other than i. Option Description ! Face-priority AF The camera automatically detects and focuses on portrait subjects. Use for portraits. Use for hand-held shots of landscapes and $ Wide-area AF other non-portrait - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 97
3 Choose an AF-area mode. Highlight an option and press J. To return to shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway. Face-priority AF: The camera automatically detects and focuses on portrait subjects; the selected subject is indicated by a double yellow border (if multiple faces, - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 98
press J. The focus area will track the selected subject as it moves through the frame. To end tracking, press J again. Focus area Note that the camera may be unable to track subjects if they move quickly, leave the frame or are obscured by other objects, change visibly in size, color, or - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 99
focus. Check that the focus area is displayed in green. Focus will lock while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. 2 Recompose the photograph and shoot. Do not change the distance between the camera and the subject while focus lock is in effect. If the subject moves, N focus again - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 100
Manual Focus To focus manually, rotate the focus ring until the subject is in focus (the faster the ring is rotated, the more rapidly focus aperture) in meters or feet; the units N used can be selected using the MF distance indicator units option in the setup menu (0 192). Distance indicator 80 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 101
Noise is particularly likely at settings between Hi 0.3 (equivalent to ISO 8000) and Hi 2 (equivalent to ISO 25600). Choosing Auto allows the camera to set ISO sensitivity automatically in the range ISO 100 to 3200 in response to lighting conditions. Mode i, h P, S, A, M ISO sensitivity Auto; 100 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 102
3 Choose an ISO sensitivity. Highlight an option and press J. To return to shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway. A Auto If the mode dial is rotated to P, S, A, or M after Auto is selected for ISO sensitivity in another mode, the ISO sensitivity last - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 103
Auto ISO Sensitivity (P, S, A, and M Modes Only) Control If On is selected for ISO sensitivity settings > Auto ISO sensitivity control in the shooting menu, ISO sensitivity will automatically be adjusted if optimal exposure can not be achieved at the value selected by the user (ISO sensitivity is - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 104
in combination with slow sync flash modes (available with the built-in flash and the optional flash units listed on page 226), possibly preventing the camera from selecting slow shutter speeds. 84 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 105
frame and sets exposure according to tone distribution, color, and composition. M Center-weighted metering Camera meters entire frame but assigns greatest weight to center area. Classic meter for portraits. Camera meters only current focus area, making it N Spot metering possible to meter off - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 106
the information display and press J. 3 Choose a metering method. Highlight an option and press J. To return to shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway. Z Information display A See Also For information on using the S (g) button and the command dial to choose a metering method, see - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 107
Exposure Compensation (P, S, and A Modes Only) Exposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera, making pictures brighter or darker. It is most effective when used with center-weighted or spot metering (0 85). Choose from values between -5 EV (underexposure) - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 108
A The Information Display Exposure compensation can also be adjusted by selecting the current exposure compensation setting in the information display (0 7). A Using a Flash When a flash is used, exposure compensation affects both background exposure and flash level. The Exposure comp. for flash - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 109
rWhite Balance (P,S,A,andMModesOnly) White Balance Options White balance ensures that colors are unaffected by the color of the light source. Auto white balance is recommended for most light sources; in P, S, A, and M modes, other values can be selected if necessary according to the type of source - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 110
K Use in daylight with subjects in the shade. Use subject, light source, or L Preset manual - existing photograph as reference for white balance (0 94). * All values are approximate and do and press J. To return to shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway. Information display 90 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 111
as incandescent light bulbs, appear slightly yellow or red. Light sources with a higher color temperature appear tinged with blue. The camera white balance options are adapted to the following color temperatures (all figures are approximate): • I (sodium-vapor lamps): 2700 K • H (direct sunlight - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 112
menu. To display the menus, press the G button. Select White balance in G button the shooting menu, then highlight an option other than Preset manual and press 2. If an option other than Auto or Fluorescent is selected, proceed to Step 2. If Auto or Fluorescent is selected, highlight the desired - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 113
slightly "colder" but will not actually make them blue. A See Also When white balance bracketing is on, the camera will create several images each time the shutter is released (0 123). White balance will be varied with each image, "bracketing" the value currently selected for white balance. 93 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 114
camera (see below). White balance is copied from photo on memory card (0 97). ❚❚ Measuring a Value for Preset White Balance Before proceeding, choose an option other than 1 Movie recording for Release and G button press 2 to display white balance options. Highlight Preset manual and press 2. 94 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 115
object so that it fills the display and press the shutter-release button all the way down. No photograph will be recorded; white balance can be measured accurately even when the camera is not in focus. D Preset White Balance The camera can store only one value for preset white balance at a time - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 116
able to measure a value for white balance, the message shown at right will be displayed. If lighting is too dark or too bright, the camera may be unable to measure white balance and the message shown at right will be displayed. Return to Step 4 and measure white balance again. r A Other - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 117
❚❚ Copying White Balance from a Photograph Follow the steps below to copy a value for white balance from a photograph on the memory card. 1 Select Preset manual. To display the menus, press the G button. Highlight White balance in the shooting menu and press 2 to display white G button balance - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 118
4 Choose a folder. Highlight the folder containing the source image and press 2. 5 Highlight the source image. 6 Copy white balance. Press J to set preset white balance to the white balance value for the highlighted photograph. r A Inspecting Pictures The picture currently highlighted in the - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 119
Controls (P, S, A, and M ModesOnly) Nikon's unique Picture Control system makes it possible to share image processing settings, including sharpening, contrast, brightness, saturation, and hue, among compatible devices and software. Selecting a Picture Control The camera offers six Picture Controls - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 120
Picture Control and press J. To return to shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway. Information display A The Shooting Menu Picture Controls can also be can be saved to a memory card and shared with other cameras and software that support the base Picture Control (0 109). 100 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 121
suit the scene or the user's creative intent. Choose a balanced combination of sharpening, contrast, and saturation using Quick adjust, or make manual adjustments to individual settings. 1 Display the Picture Control menu. To display the menus, press the G button. Highlight Set Picture Control in - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 122
3 Adjust settings. Press 1 or 3 to highlight the desired setting and press 4 or 2 to choose a value (0 103). Repeat this step until all settings have been adjusted, or select Quick adjust to choose a preset combination of settings. Default settings can be restored by pressing the O button. 4 Save - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 123
sharpening, contrast, and saturation (note that this resets all manual adjustments). For example, choosing positive values for Vivid makes (0 105). Choose the tint used in monochrome photographs from Toning B&W (black-and-white), Sepia, Cyanotype (blue-tinted monochrome), Red, Yellow, Green, - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 124
contrast and saturation for the selected Picture Control in relation to the other Picture Controls (only contrast is displayed when Monochrome is selected). Release the X button to return to the Picture Control menu. The icons for Picture Controls that use auto contrast and saturation are displayed - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 125
physical glass filters. A Toning (Monochrome Only) Pressing 3 when Toning is selected displays saturation options. Press 4 or 2 to adjust saturation. Saturation control is not available when B&W (black-and-white) is selected. J 105 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 126
Creating Custom Picture Controls The Picture Controls supplied with the camera can be modified and saved as custom Picture Controls. 1 Select Manage Picture Control. To display the menus, press the G button. Highlight Manage Picture Control in - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 127
. Keyboard The text-entry dialog area shown at right will be displayed. By default, new Name area Picture Controls are named by adding a two-digit number (assigned automatically) to the name of the existing Picture Control; to use the default name, proceed to Step 7. To move the cursor in - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 128
7 Save changes and exit. Press X to save changes and exit. The new Picture Control will appear in the Picture Control list. X button J A Manage Picture Control > Rename Custom Picture Controls can be renamed at any time using the Rename option in the Manage Picture Control menu. A Manage Picture - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 129
with ViewNX 2 or optional software such as Capture NX 2 can be copied to a memory card and loaded into the camera, or custom Picture Controls created with the camera can be copied to the memory card to be used in compatible cameras and software and then deleted when no longer needed. To copy custom - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 130
Preserving Detail in (P, S, A, and M Modes Only) Highlights and Shadows (Active D-Lighting) Active D-Lighting preserves details in highlights and shadows, creating photographs with natural contrast. Use for high contrast scenes, for example when photographing brightly lit outdoor scenery through - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 131
High, Q Normal, R Low, or X Off and press J. If Y Auto is selected, the camera will automatically adjust Active D-Lighting according to shooting conditions. To return to shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway. . D Active D-Lighting J Active D-Lighting can not be used with movies - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 132
Photography Using the Built-in Flash The camera supports a variety of flash modes for photographing indicator (M) will be displayed and the flash lamp will light Flash pop-up control when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. 2 Choose a flash mode. See page 113 for more information. In - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 133
Flash Mode The flash modes available vary with shooting mode: i, k, p, n, s, w NR Auto NjR Auto+red-eye reduction j Off o NjU Auto + slow sync + red-eye reduction NU Auto+slow sync j Off P, A S, M N Fill flash N Fill flash Nj Red-eye reduction Nj Red-eye reduction NjS Slow sync + red- - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 134
): Use for portraits. Flash fires at low intensity before main flash, reducing "red-eye" but increasing lag between shutter-release button being pressed all the way down and shutter being released. • j (off): Flash does not fire even when lighting is poor or subject is back-lit. • S (slow sync - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 135
the latch clicks into place. Do not use force; failure to observe this precaution could result in product malfunction. D The Built-in Flash The shutter release may be briefly disabled to protect the flash after it has been used for several consecutive shots. The flash can be used again after a short - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 136
compensation is used to alter flash output from the level suggested by the camera, changing the brightness of the main subject relative to the background. Choose from J. To return to l shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway. Normal flash output can be restored by setting flash - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 137
900, SB-800, SB-700, SB-600, and SB-400 flash units; in the case of all but the SB-400, it can be adjusted using the controls on the flash with the optional flash unit is added to the flash compensation selected with the camera. A See Also The Exposure comp. for flash option in the shooting menu - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 138
changes in ISO sensitivity and aperture. To use FV lock: 1 Assign FV lock to the f button. Select FV lock for Assign Fn1 button in the setup menu (0 193), then press G to return to the shooting display. 2 Raise the flash. 3 Focus. Position the subject in the center of the frame and press - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 139
output will be locked at this level and an FV lock icon (e) will be displayed. f button 5 Recompose the photograph. 6 Take the photograph. Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to shoot. If desired, additional pictures can be taken without - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 140
in the shooting menu (0 181). A Using FV Lock with Optional Flash Units FV lock is also available with optional flash units in TTL and (where supported) monitor pre-flash AA and monitor pre-flash A flash control modes. See the flash unit - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 141
tOther Shooting Options Restoring Default Settings The camera settings listed below and on page 122 can are reset. P button G button Image quality Image size White balance Fine tuning ISO sensitivity Release mode Autofocus mode AF-area mode Metering Active D-Lighting Option P, S, A, M P, S, - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 142
Option Default 0 Bracketing P, S, A, M Off 123, 181 Picture Control settings* P, S, A, M Unmodified 99 Exposure compensation P, S, A, M 0.0 87 Flash compensation P, S, A, M 0.0 116 P, S, A, M, 0 Fill flash i, k, p, n, w Auto Flash mode s Auto+red-eye reduction 113 o Auto - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 143
Bracketing (P, S, A, and M Modes Only) Bracketing automatically varies exposure, Active D-Lighting (ADL), or white balance slightly with each shot, "bracketing" the current value. Choose in situations in which it is difficult to set exposure, white balance, or Active D-Lighting and there is not - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 144
and 2 EV (AE bracketing) or 1 to 3 (WB bracketing), or select ADL (ADL bracketing). 5 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot. AE bracketing: The camera will vary exposure with each shot. The value currently selected for exposure compensation is modified as follows: for the first shot, the bracketing - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 145
in the monitor will flash. Shooting can begin when a new memory card is inserted. ADL bracketing: The first shot after bracketing is activated Active D-Lighting set to Auto). In continuous release mode, shooting will pause after each bracketing cycle. If the camera is turned off before all shots in - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 146
taken, shooting can be resumed from the next shot in the sequence after the memory card has been replaced or shots have been deleted to make room on the memory card. A Exposure Bracketing The camera modifies exposure by varying shutter speed and aperture (mode P), aperture (mode S), or shutter speed - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 147
is equipped to take photographs automatically at preset intervals. Mount the camera on a tripod and frame the subject before proceeding. 1 Select Interval timer shooting. Press the G button to display the menus. Highlight Interval timer shooting in the - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 148
that t shooting starts at the desired time, check that the camera clock is set correctly (0 185). Use of a tripod is recommended. Mount the camera on a tripod before shooting begins. To ensure that shooting is not interrupted, be sure the battery is fully charged or use an optional EH-5b AC adapter - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 149
while the camera is powered by a battery, the manually, select manual focus mode. t A Out of Memory If the memory card is full, the interval timer will remain active but no pictures will be taken. Resume shooting after deleting some pictures or turning the camera off and inserting another memory card - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 150
are performed for the time selected for Auto off timer in the setup menu (0 182); if no operations are performed before standby ends, the camera will turn off automatically. This reduces the drain on the battery. The camera does not turn off automatically while a GPS unit is connected. • Position - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 151
A The n Icon Connection status is shown by the n icon: • n (static): Camera has established communication with the GPS unit. Photo information for pictures taken while this icon is displayed include an additional page of GPS data (0 138). • n ( - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 152
IMore on Playback Full-Frame Playback To play photographs back, press the K button. The most recent photograph will be displayed in the monitor. K button G button K button Multi selector E (N/L) button X button W (Q) button J button O button Command dial A Rotate Tall I To display "tall" ( - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 153
automatically displayed in the monitor for about 1 s I after shooting (because the camera is already in the correct orientation, images are not rotated automatically during image review). In continuous release mode, pictures are displayed when shooting ends, beginning with the first photograph - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 154
Photo Information Photo information is superimposed on images displayed in fullframe playback. Press 1 or 3 to cycle through photo information as shown below. Note that "image only", shooting data, RGB histograms, highlights, and overview data are only displayed if corresponding option is selected - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 155
6 File name 191 7 Time of recording 25, 185 8 Date of recording 25, 185 9 Folder name 177 1 Image highlights 2 Frame number/total number of images 3 Camera name 3 Highlights COOLP I X A ❚❚ RGB Histogram 6 images 6 White balance 89 White balance fine-tuning ...........92 Preset manual 94 135 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 156
. The histogram will be updated to show only the data for the portion of the image visible in the monitor. A Histograms Camera histograms are intended as a guide only and may differ from those displayed in imaging applications. Some sample histograms are shown below: If the image contains objects - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 157
74, 80 7 Flash type 112, 226 8 Flash mode 113 9 Flash control 181 Flash compensation 116 10 White balance 89 White balance fine-tuning 92 Preset manual 94 11 Color space 178 12 Picture Control 99 13 Quick adjust 2 103 Original Picture Control 3 99 14 Sharpening 103 15 Contrast 103 16 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 158
19 20 21 NO I SE REDUC. : H I I SO, NORM ACT. D-L I GHT. : NORMAL RETOUCH : D-L I GHT I NG WARM F I LTER COLOR BALANCE 22 COMMENT TR I M : SPR I NG HAS COME. COOLP I X A 1/12 19 High ISO noise reduction 179 Long exposure noise reduction ... 179 20 Active D-Lighting 110 21 Retouch - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 159
1 Frame number/total number of images 2 Protect status 146 3 Camera name 4 Retouch indicator 197 5 Histogram showing the distribution of tones 191 9 Time of recording 25, 185 10 Date of recording 25, 185 11 Folder name 177 balance fine-tuning 92 Preset manual 94 25 Flash compensation 116 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 160
Thumbnail Playback To display images in "contact sheets" of four, nine, or 72 images, press the W (Q) button. W (Q) W (Q) X X Full-frame playback To Display more images Display fewer images Highlight images View highlighted image Delete highlighted photo Thumbnail playback Calendar playback - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 161
To Change protect status of highlighted photo Use Description E (N/L) See page 146 for more information. Return to shooting mode /K Press shutter-release button halfway to exit to shooting display. Display menus G See page 172 for more information. I 141 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 162
X Full-frame playback Thumbnail playback Thumbnail list Calendar playback The operations that can be performed depend on whether the cursor is in the date list or the thumbnail list: To Toggle between date list and thumbnail list Exit to thumbnail playback/Zoom in on highlighted photo Highlight - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 163
status of highlighted photo Use Description • Date list: Delete all pictures taken on O selected date. • Thumbnail list: Delete highlighted picture (0 148). E (N/L) See page 146 for more information. Return to shooting mode /K Press shutter-release button halfway to exit to shooting - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 164
Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom Press the X button to zoom in on the image displayed in full-frame playback or on the image currently highlighted in thumbnail or calendar playback. The following operations can be performed while zoom is in effect: To Use Description Press X to zoom in to - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 165
. Cancel zoom Cancel zoom and return to full-frame playback. Change protect status E (N/L) See page 146 for more information. Return to shooting mode /K Press shutter-release button halfway to exit to shooting display. Display menus G See page 172 for more information. I 145 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 166
files can not be deleted using the O button or the Delete option in the playback menu. Note that protected images will be deleted when the memory card is formatted (0 183). To protect a photograph: 1 Select an image. Display the image in full-frame playback or playback zoom or highlight it in the - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 167
. A Removing Protection from All Images To remove protection from all images in the folder or folders currently selected in the Playback folder menu, press the E (N/L) and O buttons together for about two seconds during playback. I 147 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 168
playback or the photograph highlighted in the thumbnail list, press the O button. To delete multiple selected photographs, all photographs taken on a selected date, or all photographs in the current playback folder, use the Delete option in the playback menu. Once deleted, photographs can not be - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 169
the O button again. To exit without deleting the photograph, press the K button. I A Calendar Playback During calendar playback, you can delete all photographs taken on a selected date by highlighting the date in the date list and pressing the O button. 149 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 170
on the number of images, some time may be required for deletion. Option Q Selected n Select date R All Description Delete selected pictures. Delete all pictures taken on a selected date. Delete all pictures in the folder currently selected for playback (0 173). ❚❚ Selected: Deleting Selected - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 171
3 Select the highlighted picture. Press the W (Q) button to select the highlighted picture. Selected pictures are marked by a O icon. W (Q) button Repeat steps 2 and 3 to select additional pictures; to deselect a picture, highlight it and press W (Q). 4 Press J to complete the operation. A - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 172
, or press and hold X to view the current W (Q) button picture full screen. Press W (Q) to return to the date list. 3 Select the highlighted date. Press 2 to select all pictures taken on the highlighted date. Selected dates are marked with a M icon. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to select additional - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 173
4 Press J to complete the operation. A confirmation dialog will be displayed; highlight Yes and press J. I 153 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 174
and shared. ViewNX 2TM Your Imaging Toolbox Installing ViewNX 2 ❚❚ Supported Operating Systems At the time of writing, ViewNX 2 was computer and insert the installer CD. Windows: If prompted, follow the on-screen instructions to launch the ViewNX 2 installer. Mac OS: The contents of the CD - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 175
release). After choosing a language, click Next. The dialog shown below at right will be displayed. To view detailed installation instructions, click Installation Guide , and Nikon Movie Editor, used for simple movie editing) • Panorama Maker (join pictures together to create a panorama) • Apple - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 176
camera will turn on automatically. • SD card slot: If your computer is equipped with an SD card slot, the card can be inserted directly in the slot. • SD card reader: Connect a card reader (available separately from third-party suppliers) to the computer and insert the memory card. Nikon Transfer - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 177
in the computer operating system to eject the removable disk corresponding to the memory card and then remove the card from the card reader or card slot. A Windows 7 If the following dialog is displayed, select Nikon Transfer 2 as described below. 1 Under Import pictures and videos, click Change - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 178
View Pictures Pictures are displayed in ViewNX 2 when transfer is complete. A Starting ViewNX 2 Manually • Windows: Double-click the ViewNX 2 shortcut on the desktop. Q • Mac OS: Click the ViewNX 2 icon in the Dock. A For More Information Consult online help for - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 179
Printing Photographs Selected JPEG images can be printed on a PictBridge printer (0 249) connected directly to the camera. Connecting the Printer Connect the camera using the supplied UC-E16 USB cable. 1 Turn the camera off. 2 Connect the USB cable. Turn the printer on and connect the USB cable as - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 180
USB Connection Be sure the EN-EL20 battery is fully charged or use an optional EH-5b AC adapter and EP-5C power connector (0 230). When taking photographs to be printed via direct USB connection, set Color space to sRGB (0 178). D USB Hubs Connect the camera directly to the printer; do not - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 181
of copies (maximum No. of copies 99), then press J to select and return to the previous menu. This option is available only if supported by the printer. Highlight Printer default (use current printer Border settings), Print with border (print photo with white border), or No border and press - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 182
current printer Time stamp settings), Print time stamp (print times and dates of recording on photos), or No time stamp and press J to select and exit to the previous menu. This option is available only if supported by the printer. Cropping To exit without cropping, highlight No cropping and - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 183
taken on a selected date. • Print (DPOF): Print an existing print order created with the DPOF print order option in the playback menu (0 166). The current print order will be displayed in Step 3. • Index print: To create an index print of all JPEG pictures on the memory card, proceed to Step - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 184
3 Select pictures or choose a date. If you chose Print select or Print (DPOF) in Step 2, use the multi selector to scroll through the pictures on the memory card. To display the current picture full screen, press and hold the X button. To select the current picture for printing, hold the W - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 185
4 Display printing options. Press J to display PictBridge printing options. 5 Adjust printing options. Choose page size, border, and time stamp options as described on page 161 (a warning will be displayed if the selected page size is too small for an index print). 6 Start printing. Select Start - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 186
the playback menu is used to create digital "print orders" for PictBridge-compatible printers and devices that support DPOF. 1 Choose Select/set for pictures. Use the multi selector to scroll through the pictures on the memory card. To display the current picture in full screen, press and hold - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 187
the print order without including this information, proceed to Step 5). • Print shooting data: Print shutter speed and aperture on all pictures in print order. • Print date: Print date of recording on all pictures in print order. 5 Complete the print order. Press J to complete the print order. Q 167 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 188
data options are not supported when printing via direct USB connection; to print the date of recording on photographs in the current print order, use the PictBridge Time stamp option. The DPOF print order option can not be used if there is not enough space on the memory card to store the print - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 189
Connect to high-definition device (choose cable with connector for HDMI device) 3 Tune the device to the HDMI channel. 4 Turn the camera on and press the K button. During playback, images will be displayed on the highdefinition television or monitor screen. Note that the edges of images may - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 190
, that if 1080i (interlaced) is selected for HDMI > Output resolution in the setup menu, the image will be output at 720p, while if 1920 × 1080; is selected for Frame size/frame rate, the image will be displayed on the camera, not on the HDMI device. Movies may be output at a frame size smaller - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 191
for movie recording and playback. ❚❚ Device Control If On is selected for HDMI > Device control in the setup menu when the camera is connected to a television that supports HDMI-CEC and both the camera and television are on, the display shown at right will appear on the television and the television - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 192
the following options: Option 0 Option 0 Delete 150 Rotate tall 174 Playback folder 173 Slide show 174 Playback display options 173 DPOF print order 166 Image review 173 A See Also Menu defaults are listed on page 16. U 172 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 193
M appears next to selected items; to deselect, highlight and press 2. To return to the playback menu, highlight Done and press J. Image Review G button ➜ D playback menu Choose whether pictures are automatically displayed in the monitor immediately after shooting. If Off is selected, pictures can - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 194
the appropriate orientation during shooting, images are not rotated automatically during image review. Option On Off Description "Tall" (portrait-orientation) pictures are automatically rotated for display in the camera monitor. Pictures taken with Off selected for Auto image rotation (0 187) will - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 195
to shooting mode Pause show. Press again to resume. G End show and return to playback menu. K End show and return to playback mode. Press shutter-release button halfway to exit to shooting display. The dialog shown at right is displayed when the show ends. Select Restart to restart or Exit to - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 196
NR 179 Storage folder 177 ISO sensitivity settings 81 Image quality 69 Release mode 63 Image size 72 Built-in AF-assist illuminator 180 White 110 Movie settings 43 Long exposure NR 179 Note: Depending on camera settings, some items may be grayed out and unavailable. For information - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 197
the folder in which subsequent photographs will be stored. Current folder NIKON (default folder) Other folders (in alphabetical order) • New: Create memory card. D Folder Names On the memory card, folder names are preceded by a three-digit folder number assigned automatically by the camera - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 198
the camera. A Color Space Color spaces define the correspondence between colors and the numeric values that represent them in a digital image support DCF, select the appropriate color space manually. For more information, see the documentation provided with the application or device. A Nikon - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 199
camera is turned off before processing is complete, the picture will be saved but noise reduction will not be performed). In continuous release mode , frame rates will slow and while photographs are being processed, the capacity of the memory buffer will drop. - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 200
On Off Description The AF-assist illuminator lights when lighting is poor. The AF-assist illuminator does not light to assist the focus operation. The camera may not be able to focus using autofocus when lighting is poor. A See Also For information on the shooting modes in which AF-assist is - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 201
in response to shooting conditions. Choose a flash level between Full and 1/32 (1/32 of full power). The camera does not emit monitor pre-flashes. A Manual A Y icon flashes in the monitor when Manual is selected and the flash is raised. A The SB-400 When an optional SB-400 flash unit is attached - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 202
dial rotation 194 Image comment 186 Slot empty release lock 195 Auto image rotation 187 GPS 130 Self-timer 188 Eye-Fi upload* 195 Auto off timer 189 Firmware version 196 Image review time 189 * Only available when compatible Eye-Fi memory card is inserted (0 195). U A See Also Menu - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 203
shown at right will be displayed while formatting is in progress. Do not remove the memory card or remove or disconnect the power source during formatting. Monitor Brightness G button ➜ B setup menu Press 1 or 3 to choose monitor brightness. Choose higher values for increased brightness, lower - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 204
virtual horizon to assist in keeping the camera level. Flicker Reduction G button ➜ B setup menu Reduce flicker and banding when shooting one that produces the best results. Flicker reduction may not produce the desired results if the subject is very bright, in which case you should select mode - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 205
B setup menu Change time zones, set the camera clock, choose the date display order, and turn daylight saving time on or off. Option Description Choose a time zone. The camera clock is automatically set to the time Time zone in the new time zone. Set the camera clock (0 25). Date and time Date - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 206
menu Choose a language for camera menus and messages. Image Comment G button ➜ B setup menu Add a comment to new photographs as they are taken. Comments can be viewed as metadata in ViewNX 2 (supplied) or Capture NX 2 (available separately; 0 231). - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 207
Auto Image Rotation G button ➜ B setup menu Photographs taken while On is selected contain information on camera orientation, allowing them to be rotated automatically during playback or when viewed in ViewNX 2 or Capture NX 2 (available separately; 0 231). The following orientations are recorded: - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 208
Self-Timer G button ➜ B setup menu Choose the length of the shutter release delay and the number of shots taken (0 66). • Self-timer delay: Choose the length of the shutter-release delay. • Number of shots: Press 1 and 3 to choose the number of shots taken each time the shutter-release button is - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 209
while images are being transmitted using an Eye-Fi card. Image Review Time G button ➜ B setup menu Choose how long pictures are displayed in the monitor after shooting. Remote on Duration (ML-L3) G button ➜ B setup menu Choose how long the camera will wait for a signal from the optional ML-L3 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 210
beep from sounding. Note that a beep will not sound in movie mode when the memory card is locked or the camera focuses. Shutter Sound G button ➜ B setup menu Choose whether the camera makes a sound when the shutter is released. A The 5 Icon A 5 icon is displayed when an option other than Off is - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 211
➜ B setup menu When a photograph is taken, the camera names the file by adding one to the last file number used. This option controls whether file numbering continues from the last number used when a new folder is created, the memory card is formatted, or a new memory card is inserted in the camera - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 212
MF Distance Indicator Units G button ➜ B setup menu Choose whether the focus distance for manual focus is displayed in meters (m) or feet (ft). Reverse Indicators G button ➜ B setup menu If (V) is selected, the exposure indicator is displayed with positive values on the left and negative - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 213
f button is pressed (0 79). Pressing f button initiates autofocus. When single- AF-ON servo autofocus is selected, the camera can not be focused by pressing the shutter-release button. Exposure Press the f button and rotate the command dial to compensation choose the exposure compensation value - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 214
on or off (0 123). Monitor Keeping the S (g) button pressed, press 1 or 3 to brightness adjust monitor brightness (0 183). Reverse Dial Rotation G button ➜ B setup menu Reverse the direction of rotation of the command dial and multi selector when they are used to make adjustments to exposure - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 215
Slot Empty Release Lock G button ➜ B setup menu If Release locked is selected, the shutter-release button is only enabled when a memory card is inserted in the camera. Selecting Enable release allows the shutter to be released when no memory card is inserted, although no pictures will be recorded - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 216
purchase. A Using Eye-Fi Cards in Ad Hoc Mode Additional time may be required when connecting using Eye-Fi cards that support ad hoc mode. Select longer values for Auto off timer in the setup menu (0 189). Firmware Version G button ➜ B setup menu View the current camera firmware version. U 196 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 217
menu is used to create trimmed or retouched copies of the photographs on the memory card, and is only available when a memory card containing photographs is inserted in the camera. Option i D-Lighting j Red-eye correction k Trim l Monochrome m Filter effects n Color balance o Image overlay 7 NEF - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 218
Creating Retouched Copies To create a retouched copy: 1 Display retouch options. Highlight the desired item in the retouch menu and press 2. 2 Select a picture. Highlight a picture and press J (to view the highlighted picture full screen, press and hold the X button). 3 Select retouch options. For - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 219
Highlight an option Create retouched copy. and press J. D Retouch The camera may not be able to display or retouch images created with other devices current image are grayed out and unavailable. A Image Quality Except in the case of copies created with Trim, Image overlay, NEF (RAW) processing, and - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 220
D-Lighting G button ➜ N retouch menu D-Lighting brightens shadows, making it ideal for dark or backlit photographs. Before After Press 1 or 3 to choose the amount of correction performed. The effect can be previewed in the edit display. Press J to copy the photograph. U 200 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 221
zoom zoom buttons or multi selector is pressed; area currently visible in monitor is indicated by yellow border. Press J to cancel zoom. If the camera detects red-eye in the selected photograph, a copy will be created that has Create copy been processed to reduce its effects. No copy will be - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 222
Trim G button ➜ N retouch menu Create a cropped copy of the selected photograph. The selected photograph is displayed with the selected crop shown in yellow; create a cropped copy as described in the following table. To Increase size of crop Reduce size of crop Use Description X Press the X - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 223
Monochrome Copy photographs in Blackand-white, Sepia, or Cyanotype (blue and white monochrome). G button ➜ N retouch menu Selecting Sepia or Cyanotype displays a preview of the selected image; press 1 to increase color saturation, 3 to decrease. Press J to create a monochrome copy. Increase - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 224
Option Description Red intensifier Intensify reds (Red intensifier), Green intensifier Blue intensifier greens (Green intensifier), or blues (Blue intensifier). Press 1 to increase the effect, 3 to decrease. Add starburst effects to light sources. • Number of points: Choose from four, six, or - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 225
Color Balance G button ➜ N retouch menu Use the multi selector to create a copy with modified color balance as shown below. The effect is displayed in the monitor together with red, green, and blue histograms (0 135) giving the distribution of tones in the copy. Increase amount of green Create - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 226
(RAW) photographs to create a single picture that is saved separately from the originals; the results, which make use of RAW data from the camera image sensor, are noticeably better than overlays created in an imaging application. The new picture is saved at current image quality and size settings - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 227
2 Select the first image. Use the multi selector to highlight the first photograph in the overlay. To view the highlighted photograph full frame, press and hold the X button. Press J to select the highlighted photograph and return to the preview display. 3 Select the second image. The selected image - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 228
created, the resulting image will be displayed full-frame in the monitor. D Image Overlay The overlay has the same photo info (including date of recording, metering, shutter speed, aperture, shooting mode, exposure compensation, and image orientation) and values for white balance and Picture Control - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 229
NEF (RAW) processing in the retouch menu and press 2 to display a picture selection dialog listing only NEF (RAW) images created with this camera. 2 Select a photograph. Use the multi selector to highlight a photograph (to view the highlighted photograph full frame, press and hold the X button - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 230
3 Adjust NEF (RAW) processing settings. Adjust the settings listed below. Note that white balance is not available with pictures created with image overlay, and that exposure compensation can only be set to values between -2 and +2 EV. If Auto is selected for white balance, it will be set to - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 231
Resize G button ➜ N retouch menu Create small copies of selected photographs. 1 Select Resize. To resize selected images, press G to display the menus and select Resize in the retouch menu. 2 Choose a size. Highlight Choose size and press 2. The options shown at right will be displayed; - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 232
3 Choose pictures. Highlight Select image and press 2. Highlight pictures using the multi selector and press the W (Q) button to select or deselect (to view the highlighted picture full screen, press and hold W (Q) button the X button). Selected pictures are marked by a 8 icon. Press J when the - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 233
Quick Retouch G button ➜ N retouch menu Create copies with enhanced saturation and contrast. D-Lighting is applied as required to brighten dark or backlit subjects. Press 1 or 3 to choose the amount of enhancement. The effect can be previewed in the edit display. Press J to copy the photograph. - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 234
Color Outline G button ➜ N retouch menu Create an outline copy of a photograph to use as a base for painting. The effect can be previewed in the edit display. Press J to copy the photograph. Before After Color Sketch G button ➜ N retouch menu Create a copy of a photograph that resembles a - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 235
Perspective Control G button ➜ N retouch menu Create copies that reduce the effects of perspective taken from the base of a tall object. Use the multi selector to adjust perspective (note that greater amounts of perspective control result in more of the edges being cropped out). The results can be - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 236
Miniature Effect G button ➜ N retouch menu Create a copy that appears to be a photo of a diorama. Works best with photos taken from a high vantage point. The area that will be in focus in the copy is indicated by a yellow frame. To Choose orientation - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 237
over an object and press E (N/L) to select the color of the object as one that will remain in the final E (N/L) button copy (the camera may have difficulty detecting unsaturated colors; choose a saturated color). To zoom in on the picture for precise color selection, press X. Press W (Q) to - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 238
4 Highlight the color range. Rotate the command dial to highlight the color range for the selected color. Color range 5 Choose the color range. Press 1 or 3 to increase or decrease the range of similar hues that will be included in the final photograph. Choose from values between 1 and 7; note - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 239
Side-by-Side Comparison Compare retouched copies to the original photographs. This option is only available if the J button is pressed to display the retouch menu when a copy or original is played back full frame. 1 Select a picture. Select a retouched copy (shown by a N icon) or a photograph that - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 240
. D Side-by-Side comparison The source image will not be displayed if the copy was created from a photograph that was protected (0 146) or on a locked memory card (0 24). U 220 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 241
m Recent Settings/O My Menu To display the recent settings menu, press G and select the m (recent settings) tab. G button The recent settings menu lists the 20 most recently used settings, with the most recentlyused items first. Press 1 or 3 to highlight an option and press 2 to select. A Removing - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 242
My Menu To access a customized menu of up to 20 options selected from the playback, shooting, setup, and retouch menus, select O My Menu for m Recent settings > Choose tab. 1 Select Choose tab. In the recent settings menu (m), highlight Choose tab and press 2. 2 Select O - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 243
❚❚ Adding Options to My Menu 1 Select Add items. In My Menu (O), highlight Add items and press 2. 2 Select a menu. Highlight the name of the menu containing the option you wish to add and press 2. 3 Select an item. Highlight the desired menu item and press J. 4 Position the new item. Press 1 or 3 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 244
❚❚ Deleting Options from My Menu 1 Select Remove items. In My Menu (O), highlight Remove items and press 2. 2 Select items. Highlight items and press 2 to select or deselect. Selected items are indicated by a check mark. 3 Delete the selected items. Highlight Done and press J. A confirmation dialog - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 245
❚❚ Reordering Options in My Menu 1 Select Rank items. In My Menu (O), highlight Rank items and press 2. 2 Select an item. Highlight the item you wish to move and press J. 3 Position the item. Press 1 or 3 to move the item up or down in My Menu and press J. Repeat Steps 2-3 to reposition additional - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 246
, and what to do if an error message is displayed or you encounter problems using the camera. Optional Flash Units (Speedlights) Compatible optional flash units can be attached directly to the camera accessory shoe as described below. The accessory shoe is equipped with a safety lock for flash units - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 247
camera can be used with the flash units listed below (for the latest information on compatible flash units, see the websites listed on page 1). For more information, refer to the documentation provided with the flash unit. Feature Flash unit SB-910 1 SB-900 1 SB-800 SB-700 1 SB-600 SB-400 Guide - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 248
Auto aperture z3 A Non-TTL auto z3 GN Distance-priority manual z M Manual z RPT Repeating flash z Flash Color Information Communication z FV Lock 5 z Red-eye reduction z Camera flash mode selection - Camera flash unit firmware update z Compatible flash units SB-800 SB-700 SB-600 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 249
i-TTL is used with spot metering. A Optional Flash Units Optional flash units enter standby when the camera is turned off; check the flash-ready indicator on the flash unit before shooting. Auto power zoom is supported with SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, and SB-600 flash units, but note - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 250
available for the COOLPIX A. • Power Connector EP-5C, AC Adapter EH-5b: These accessories can be used to power the camera for extended periods camera to the EH-5b, EH-5a, or EH-5. The power connector and adapters are each sold separately. Power sources Before closing the battery-chamber/memory card - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 251
between the camera and smart devices Wireless running the software supplied with the adapter. The WU-1a mobile can not be used with Eye-Fi cards; do not insert Eye-Fi cards adapters while the WU-1a is connected. For more information, see Nikon catalogs or websites or the manual provided with - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 252
, as this could result in damage or malfunction. Do not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals. Storage When the camera will not be used for an extended period, remove the battery and store it in a cool, dry area with the terminal cover in place. To prevent mold or mildew, store the - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 253
Camera and Battery: Cautions Caring for the Camera . To prevent condensation, place the device in a carrying case or plastic bag before exposing it to sudden changes in temperature interfere with the monitor, damage data stored on the memory card, or affect the product's internal circuitry. Do not - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 254
always lit (white, red, blue, or green) or always off (black), this is not a malfunction and has no effect on images recorded battery to flame or excessive heat. • Keep the battery terminals clean. • Turn the product off before replacing the battery. • Remove the battery from the camera or charger - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 255
will not charge if its temperature is below 0 °C (32 °F) or above 60 °C (140 °F). The Charger The supplied charger is for use with EN-EL20 rechargeable Li-ion batteries only. It is intended solely for use in the country of purchase; before visiting other countries, contact your travel agent for - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 256
size 1, 2 White balance 1, 2 Set Picture Control 1, 2 Color space 1 Active D-Lighting 1, 2 Long exposure NR 1 High ISO NR 1 ISO sensitivity settings 1, 2 Release mode 1, 2 Built-in AF-assist illuminator 1 Exposure comp. for flash 1 Flash cntrl for built-in flash/Optional flash 1 Auto bracketing set - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 257
r, t, 1, 2, i P M s u, v w 3 Self-timer zzzzzzz Auto off timer zzzzzzz Image review time zzzzzzz Remote on duration (ML-L3) zzzzzzz Setup menu Beep Shutter sound File number sequence zzzzzzz zzzzzzz zzzzzzz MF distance indicator units zzzzzzz Reverse indicators zzzzzzz Assign Fn1 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 258
setup menu (0 189). Shooting (All Modes) Camera takes time to turn on: Delete files or folders. Shutter-release disabled: • Memory card is locked, full, or not inserted (0 23, 24). • Built-in flash is charging. No photo taken when remote control shutter-release button is pressed: • Replace battery - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 259
> Microphone (0 43). The brightness of the image in the monitor differs from the final photograph: • Center-weighted or spot metering is selected (0 85). • The camera is in mode M. • The subject is too bright or too dark. • Active D-Lighting is in effect (0 110). • The flash is used (0 116). The - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 260
can not be selected as source for preset white balance: Image was not created with COOLPIX A (0 97). White balance bracketing unavailable: NEF (RAW) or NEF+JPEG image rotation (0 187). • Photo is displayed in image review (0 173). • Camera was pointed up or down when photo was taken (0 187). n 240 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 261
(supplied) or optional Nikon software such as Capture NX 2 (available separately). Miscellaneous Date of recording is not correct: Set camera clock (0 25, 185). Menu item can not be selected: Some options are not available at certain combinations of settings or when no memory card is inserted (0 23 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 262
at a lower image quality or size. Delete photographs. 148 Insert new memory card. 23 Error. Turn camera off and then Turn camera off, remove and reinsert on again. battery, and turn camera on. 2 No memory card. Turn camera off and confirm that card is correctly inserted. 23 n 242 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 263
formatted. Format the card. Format memory card or insert new memory card. 23 Clock has been reset. Set camera clock. 25 Failed to update flash unit firmware. Flash cannot be used. Contact a Nikon-authorized service Contact a Nikon-authorized representative. - service representative. Select - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 264
. 159 * Insert paper of selected size and select Continue. 159 * Check ink. To resume, select Continue. 159 * Replace ink and select Continue. 159 * * See printer manual for more information. n 244 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 265
❚❚ Nikon COOLPIX A Digital Camera Type Compact digital camera Number of effective pixels 16.2 million Image sensor 23.6 × 15.6 mm Nikon DX formats SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards DCF, Exif 2.3, DPOF, and PictBridge compliant • Still pictures: JPEG, RAW (NEF; a proprietary Nikon format) • Movies: - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 266
(mode i, auto ISO) TTL auto flash with monitor pre-flashes; manual flash control available; Guide Number approx. 6/21, or 6/22 when fired in manual mode at full power (ISO 100, m/ft, 23 °C/73.4 1080i I/O terminals • Digital connector (USB) • HDMI mini connector (Type C) • Accessory terminal n 246 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 267
), including battery and memory card Operating environment Temperature 0 °C - 40 °C (32 °F - 104 °F) Humidity 85% or less (no condensation) • Unless otherwise stated, all figures assume a fully-charged battery and an ambient temperature of 23 ±3 °C (73.4 ±5.4 °F) as specified by the Camera and - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 268
excluding terminal cover ❚❚ Battery Charger MH-27 Rated input Rated output Supported rechargeable battery Charging time Operating temperature Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in this manual at any time and without prior notice. Nikon - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 269
-wide standard that allows pictures to be printed from print orders stored on the memory card. • Exif version 2.3: The COOLPIX A supports Exif (Exchangeable Image File Format for Digital Still Cameras) version 2.3, a standard in which information stored with photographs is used for optimal color - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 270
the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. All other trade names mentioned in this manual or the other documentation provided with your Nikon product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. n 250 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 271
Toshiba Panasonic Lexar SD memory cards SDHC memory cards 2 2 GB 1 - 4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB SDXC memory cards 3 64 GB, 128 GB 64 GB 64 GB, 128 GB 1 Check that any card readers or other devices with which the card will be used support 2 GB cards. 2 Check that any card readers or other devices - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 272
following table shows the number of pictures that can be stored on a 4 GB memory card at different image quality (0 69) and size (0 72) settings. All figures are approximate; results will vary with the card type, camera settings, and the scene recorded. Image quality NEF (RAW) JPEG fine JPEG normal - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 273
12 l (Landscape 35 5 ("Beep" indicator 190 p (Child 35 r (Memory buffer 65 m (Sports 36 f 193 n (Close up 36 S (g -priority auto 55 Aperture-priority auto 55 M (Manual 56 Auto (White balance 89 d/e 60 Auto & (Subject-tracking AF 76 Battery 20, 21, 248 L (Matrix metering 85 Beep 190 M - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 274
File number sequence 191 Charger 20, 248 Filter effects Cloudy (White balance 90 Firmware version 196 Color balance Continuous (Release mode 63 Date and time 185 Focus lock 79 Date format 185 Focus ring 80 Daylight saving time 185 Focus-mode selector 74, 80 DCF 249 Format memory card - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 275
settings 43 Image quality 69 Movies 38 Image review 173 My Menu 222 Image size 72 Neutral (Set Picture Control 99 ISO sensitivity 81 Nikon Transfer 2 157 ISO sensitivity settings 82 Normal- manual (White balance 94 Memory buffer 65 Press the shutter-release button all the way Memory card - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 276
release button 31, 79 Print (DPOF 163 Side-by-side comparison 219 Print select 163 Single frame (Release 174 Slot empty release lock 195 Quick retouch Storage Folder 177 Release mode 63 Straighten Time zone and date 185 Reverse 60 Use GPS to set camera clock 130 Scene mode 35 UTC - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 277
W Warm filter (Filter effects 203 WB 89 White balance 89 Wide-area AF 76 n 257 - Nikon COOLPIX A900 | Reference Manual - Page 278
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