Nikon COOLPIX P520 Reference Manual
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DIGITAL CAMERA Reference Manual En - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 2
change the color tones of a movie in accordance with the shooting mode and white balance settings. You can also record slow motion and fast motion movies. GPS Function A98 You can record position information (latitude and longitude) on the pictures to be shot using the camera's internal GPS unit - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 3
Introduction Parts of the Camera and Main Functions The Basics of Shooting and Playback Shooting Features Playback Features Recording and Playing Back Movies Using GPS General Camera Setup Reference Section Technical Notes and Index i - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 4
Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX P520 digital camera. Before using the camera, please read the information in "For Your Safety" (Avi to viii) and familiarize yourself with the information provided in this manual. After reading, please keep this manual handy and refer to it to enhance your - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 5
information that should be read before using the camera. A/E/F These icons indicate other pages containing relevant information; E : "Reference Section," F: "Technical Notes and Index." • SD, SDHC and SDXC memory cards are referred to as "memory cards" in this manual. • The setting at the time of - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 6
Accessories Nikon COOLPIX cameras are designed to the highest standards and include complex electronic circuitry. Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including battery chargers, batteries, Charging AC Adapter and AC adapters) certified by Nikon specifically for use with this Nikon digital - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 7
to also replace any pictures selected for the Select an image option in the Welcome screen setting (A103). Care should be taken to avoid injury or damage to property when physically destroying data storage devices. For the COOLPIX P520, the log data saved on the memory card is handled in the same - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 8
using this Nikon product, to prevent possible injury. WARNINGS Turn off in the event of malfunction Should you notice smoke or an unusual smell coming from the camera or Charging AC Adapter, unplug the Charging AC Adapter and remove the battery immediately, taking care to avoid burns. Continued - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 9
product: • Before replacing the battery, turn the product off. If you are using the Charging AC Adapter/AC adapter, be sure it is unplugged. • Use only a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL5 (included). Charge the battery by inserting it into the camera and connecting the Charging AC Adapter EH-69P - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 10
hospital Turn the power off while inside the airplane during take off or landing. Also, before boarding an airplane, set the GPS tracking information recording function to OFF. Follow the instructions of the hospital when using while in a hospital. The electromagnetic waves emitted by this camera - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 11
notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Nikon Corporation may void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Interface Cables Use the interface cables sold or provided by Nikon for your equipment. Using other interface cables may exceed - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 12
rique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Notices for Customers in Europe CAUTIONS RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS. This symbol indicates that this product is to be collected separately. The - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 13
will not be updated. • Use location name information only as a guide. • The location name information (Point of Interest: POI) of the People's Republic of China ("China") and the Republic of Korea is not provided for the COOLPIX P520. b GPS Functions • Use information measured by the camera as - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 14
Battery...16 Preparation 2 Charge the Battery 18 Preparation 3 Insert a Memory Card 20 Internal Memory and Memory Cards...21 Approved Memory Cards ...21 Step 1 Turn the Camera On ...22 Turning the Camera On and Off...23 Setting the Display Language, Date, and Time 24 Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 15
Available in the Shooting Menu 68 Functions That Can Be Set Using the Fn (Function) Button 71 Changing the Image Quality and Image Size 72 Image Quality...72 Image Size ...73 Features Not Available in Combination 75 The Control Range of the Shutter Speed (j, k, l, m Modes 78 Focusing on Subject - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 16
...97 Using GPS ...98 Starting GPS Data Recording...98 Features That Can Be Set Using the d (Menu) Button (GPS Options Menu)......... 101 Options Available in the GPS Options Menu 101 General Camera Setup...103 The Setup Menu ...103 Reference Section...E1 Taking Pictures With Manual Focus E2 Using - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 17
Picture Control E26 Custom Picture Control (COOLPIX Custom Picture Control E30 White Balance (Adjusting Hue) ...E31 Metering...E33 Continuous Shooting...E34 ISO Sensitivity...E38 Exposure Bracketing ...E39 AF Area Mode ...E40 Autofocus Mode...E44 Flash Exp. Comp...E45 Noise Reduction Filter - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 18
and Folder Names...E90 Optional Accessories ...E92 Technical Notes and Index ...F1 Caring for the Products...F2 The Camera ...F2 The Battery...F3 Charging AC Adapter ...F4 The Memory Cards...F5 Caring for the Camera ...F6 Cleaning ...F6 Storage ...F6 Troubleshooting...F7 USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 19
) button 4 4 Mode dial 26 5 Microphone (stereo 85, 92 6 Flash 56 7 m (flash pop-up) button 56 8 USB/Audio video connector ......... 18, 87 9 HDMI mini connector (Type C 87 10 Connector cover 18, 87 11 Power connector cover (for an optional AC adapter E92 12 Shutter-release button 3, 30 - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 20
12 d (menu) button 10 13 l (delete) button 33,97 14 k (apply selection) button 3, 5 15 Rotary multi selector (multi selector 3, 5 16 Tripod socket 17 Battery-chamber/memory card slot cover 16, 20 * The rotary multi selector is sometimes referred to as "multi selector" in this manual. 2 - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 21
the shooting mode is k or m: Set the shutter speed. • While the setting screen is displayed: Select an item. 55 49, 51 10 49 51 10 d (menu) button Shutter-release button Display and hide the menu. 10 When pressed halfway (i.e., if you stop pressing when you feel resistance slightly): Set focus - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 22
The Camera Body Control Main Function A Start and stop movie recording. 92 b (e movie-record) button w (function) button When the shooting mode is j, k, l, m or M: Display or close the setting menus such as 71 Continuous or Vibration reduction. Side zoom control s (display) button Use - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 23
Camera and Main Functions The Camera Body Control Rotary multi selector Apply selection button Main Function A • While the playback screen is displayed: 32 Change the the monitor screen. 9 s (display) button Shutter-release button Return to shooting mode. b (e movie-record) button - 5 - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 24
. Attach the strap at two places. B Lens Cap • Remove the lens cap before you shoot a picture. • At times when you are not shooting pictures such as when the power is off, or while you are carrying the camera, attach the lens cap to the camera to protect the lens. • Do not attach other than the - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 25
Angle of the Monitor The orientation and tilt of the monitor on the camera can be changed. This is useful when shooting with the camera in a high or a low position, or when taking self-portraits. For normal shooting, fold the monitor screen against the camera face out (3). 90° 180° When you are not - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 26
the monitor. When the monitor is stored in the camera by facing inward, a picture that was displayed on the monitor is displayed on the viewfinder. • You cannot turn on both viewfinder and monitor at the same time. • While the viewfinder is used, the power-on lamp (green) lights. When the image in - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 27
. * See A15 for more information on tone level information. Information hidden Display the picture only. C Histogram and Framing Grid Displays for Shooting The display options for the monitor screen can be changed in Monitor settings in the setup menu (A103). A histogram and framing grid are - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 28
settings can be changed. 1 Press the d button. • The menu that matches the status of the camera, such as shooting or playback mode, is displayed. 25m 0s 1/250 F5.6 840 Shooting menu Image quality Image size Picture Control Custom Picture Control White balance Metering Continuous 2 Use the multi - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 29
settings Print date Vibration reduction Motion detection AF assist Tab Types For Shooting For Playback Shooting menu Image quality Image size Picture Control Custom Picture Control White balance Metering Continuous Playback menu Quick retouch D-Lighting Skin softening Filter effects Print - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 30
Monitor Screen The information that is displayed on the monitor during shooting and playback changes depending on the camera's settings and state of use. Press the s (display) button to hide or show the information on the monitor (A9). For Shooting 47 46 45 44 45 7 12 13 14 2 9 11 15 43 - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 31
area 68 35 Spot metering area 68 36 Shutter speed 49 37 ISO sensitivity 69 38 Exposure compensation value 64 39 Exposure indicator 51 40 Active D-Lighting 69 41 COOLPIX Picture Control 68 42 White balance 68 43 Continuous shooting mode...........44, 68 44 Backlighting (HDR 38 45 Exposure - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 32
/ 999 19 18 17 16 15 999/ 999 1m 0s 9999/9999 1m 0s a b 13 14 1 Date of recording 24 2 Time of recording 24 3 Voice memo indicator 85 4 Battery level indicator 22 5 Protect icon 84 Eye-Fi communication indicator 6 106, E80 Recorded GPS information indicator 7 100 8 Small picture 84 - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 33
COOLPIX Picture Control 68 5 Image quality/Image size 72 Current image number/ 6 total number of images 32 7 Aperture value 31 8 Shutter speed 31 9 Shooting when adjusting the picture brightness with functions such as exposure compensation. 2 j is displayed when the shooting mode A, y, X, - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 34
in place. Battery latch B Inserting the Battery Correctly Inserting the battery upside down or backwards could damage the camera. Be sure to check that the battery is in the correct orientation. 3 Close the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. • Charge the battery before the first use or when - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 35
Shooting and Playback Preparation 1 Insert the Battery Removing the Battery Turn the camera off (A23) and be sure that the poweron lamp and the monitor have turned off before opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. To eject the battery, open the battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 36
outlet The Basics of Shooting and Playback USB Cable UC-E6 (included) • When charging starts, the charge lamp flashes slowly in green. • About 4 hours and 30 minutes are required to charge a fully exhausted battery. • When the battery has been completely charged, the charge lamp turns off. • See - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 37
by using the Battery Charger MH-61 (available separately; E92). C Operating the Camera During Charging The camera does not turn on while the Charging AC Adapter is connected to it even when you press the power switch. Press and hold the c (playback) button to turn on the camera in playback mode and - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 38
or the memory card. Be sure to confirm that the memory card is in the correct orientation. Memory card slot 3 Close the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. The Basics of Shooting and Playback B Formatting a Memory Card • The first time you insert a memory card that has been used in another - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 39
The Basics of Shooting and Playback Preparation 3 Insert a Memory Card Removing Memory Cards Before opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover, turn the camera off and confirm that the power-on lamp and the monitor are off. Press the memory card in lightly with your finger (1) to partially - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 40
Step 1 Turn the Camera On 1 Open the monitor and remove the lens cap. • See "Opening and Adjusting the Angle of the Monitor" (A7) for more information. 2 Press the power switch to turn on the camera. • If you are turning the camera on for the first time, see "Setting the Display Language, Date, and - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 41
To turn on the monitor again in standby mode, perform either one of the following operations. - Press the power switch, shutter-release button, c button, or b (e movie-record) button. - Rotate the mode dial. • The time that elapses before the camera enters standby mode can be changed using the Auto - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 42
The Basics of Shooting and Playback Step 1 Turn the Camera On Setting the Display Language, Date, and Time Dialogs for language selection and camera clock setting are displayed the first time the camera is turned on. 1 Press the multi selector H or I to choose the desired language and press the k - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 43
the setting, the lens extends and the shooting screen is displayed. Date and time D M Y 15 05 2013 15 10 Edit Date and time 15/05/2013 15:10 OK? Yes No C The Clock Battery • The camera's clock is powered by an internal backup battery. The backup battery charges after about 10 hours - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 44
Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode Rotate the mode dial to select the shooting mode. • The following describes how to take pictures in A (auto) mode as an example. Rotate the mode dial to A. Auto mode • The camera switches to A (auto) mode and the shooting mode icon changes to A. Shooting mode icon 25m - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 45
Available Shooting Modes j, k, l, m mode (A49) Choose these modes for greater control over shutter speed and aperture value. Settings in the shooting menu (A67) are available to suit the shooting conditions and the type of shot you want to capture. A (auto) mode (A35) Shoot easily with basic camera - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 46
In the following situations, use of a tripod is recommended to avoid the effects of camera shake: - When shooting in a dark location with the flash lowered, or in a mode in which flash is disabled - When shooting in the telephoto zoom position • To take a picture with the camera attached to a tripod - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 47
The Basics of Shooting and Playback Step 3 Frame a Picture Using the Zoom Rotate the zoom control to optical zoom. Zoom out Zoom in Optical Digital zoom zoom C Digital Zoom and Interpolation • When the digital zoom is used, the image quality starts to deteriorate if the zoom position is - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 48
-chamber/memory card slot cover or remove the battery or memory card while an indicator is flashing. Doing this could result in loss of data, or in damage to the camera or the memory card. C AF-assist Illuminator In dark places, the AF-assist illuminator (A1, 104) may light when the shutter-release - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 49
Step 4 Focus and Shoot Focus and Exposure When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the camera sets the focus and exposure (combination of shutter speed and aperture value). The focus and exposure remain locked while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. • When the digital zoom is - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 50
back images that are saved in the internal memory, remove the memory card. C is displayed around "Current image number/total number of images" on the playback screen. • To return to shooting mode, press the c button again, or press the shutter-release button, or b (e movie-record) button. 15/05 - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 51
's sequence can be deleted. To delete each picture in a sequence, before pressing the l button, press the k button to display each image in the sequence individually. C Deleting the Last Image Captured While in Shooting Mode When using shooting mode, press the l button to delete the last image - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 52
/OFF 2 Add y to all images that you want to delete and then press the k button to apply the selection. • A confirmation dialog is displayed. Follow the instructions displayed on the monitor. The Basics of Shooting and Playback 34 - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 53
the subject closest to the camera out of 9 focus areas. When the subject is in focus, the focus areas that are in focus (up to 9 areas) light in green. • See "Focus and Exposure" (A31) for more information. Changing A (Auto) Mode Settings • Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector ➝ A55 - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 54
are captured using settings that are optimized for the selected scene. X Night landscape (A37), c Landscape (A38), R Backlighting (A38) Rotate the mode dial to X, c or R and take pictures. y (Scene) Press the d button to display the scene menu and choose one of the following shooting scenes - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 55
not used even if Vibration reduction in the setup menu (A103) is set to Normal or Active. - Press the shutter-release button all the way to shoot a single picture at a slow shutter speed. • When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the camera adjusts the focus to infinity. The focus area - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 56
. • Noise reduction burst: This enables you to shoot a sharp landscape with a minimum of noise. - When the shutter-release button is pressed all the way, pictures are shot continuously, and the camera combines these pictures to save a single picture. - Once the shutter-release button is pressed all - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 57
in accordance with the composition. The camera detects and focuses on faces (A80). • The digital zoom is not available. C Note on Selecting a Scene Mode Using Scene Auto Selector Depending upon shooting conditions, the camera may not select the desired scene mode. Should this occur, switch to - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 58
Features Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) y M d Sports • The camera focuses at the center area of the frame. • While you continue to hold the shutter-release button all the way, up to 7 pictures are shot at a rate of about 7 frames per second (fps) (when image quality is set to Normal - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 59
mode is selected. • Noise reduction burst: This setting enables you to shoot a sharp picture with a minimum of noise. - When the shutter-release button is pressed all the way, pictures are shot continuously, and the camera combines these pictures to save a single picture. - Once the shutter-release - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 60
The shutter speed is fixed at 4 seconds. • The camera focuses at infinity. When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the focus indicator (A12) always lights in green. y M n Black and white copy • The camera focuses at the center area of the frame. • When shooting nearby object, shoot with - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 61
or Wide (360°). - Press the shutter-release button all the way, remove your finger from the button, and then slowly pan the camera horizontally. Shooting automatically ends when the camera captures the specified shooting range. - When shooting starts, the camera focuses on the subject at the center - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 62
, select Single or Continuous. - Single: One picture is captured at a time - Continuous: The camera automatically captures 3 pictures continuously at a rate of about 3 frames per second when it has focused on the detected face. When the shutter is released manually, up to 5 pictures are shot at - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 63
Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) y M s 3D photography • The camera takes one picture for each eye to simulate a three-dimensional image on a 3D-compatible TV or monitor. • After pressing the shutter-release button to shoot the first frame, move the camera horizontally to the right until the guide - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 64
or 1080i - HDMI 3D output: On (default setting) • When the camera is connected using an HDMI cable for playback, it may take a while to switch the display between 3D proper use. Using Skin Softening In the following shooting modes, the camera detects up to 3 human faces when the shutter is released, - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 65
Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting) The effect can be applied to pictures during shooting. One of the special effects is selected to shoot. To select an effect, press the d button to display the special effects menu. Special effects Image quality Image size Special effects Special - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 66
A59) - Focus mode (A62) - Exposure compensation (A64) To return to the color selection screen, press the k button again. High ISO monochrome Create monotone (black and white) pictures by intentionally taking pictures with high ISO sensitivity. This setting is effective when shooting subjects in - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 67
shutter speed or aperture value manually according to shooting conditions and requirements. • The focus area for autofocus differs depending on the setting of AF area mode that can be selected in the j, k, l or m tab after pressing the d button. • The camera has 9 focus areas, and when AF area mode - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 68
value of the zoom lens of this camera changes depending on the zoom position. When zooming to the wide-angle position and telephoto zoom position, the aperture values are f/3 and f/5.9, respectively. C M (User settings) Mode Even when the mode dial is set to M (User settings) mode, you can shoot in - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 69
. Selecting another shooting mode, or turning off the camera, also cancels flexible program. k (Shutter-priority auto) Use to shoot fast moving subjects with a fast shutter speed, or use to emphasize the movements of a moving subject with a slow shutter speed. • The shutter speed can be adjusted - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 70
it may not be possible to obtain the appropriate exposure. In such cases, the shutter speed indicator or aperture value indicator flashes when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway (except when the m mode is used). Change the shutter speed setting or aperture value. When settings such as ISO - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 71
) • Exposure bracketing (A69) • AF area mode (A69)5 • Autofocus mode (A69) • Flash exp. comp. (A69) • Noise reduction filter (A69) • Active D-Lighting (A69) • Zoom memory (A69) 1 Choose the standard shooting mode. The current flexible program (when set to j), shutter speed (when set to k or m) or - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 72
to j, k, l or m. • Settings can be saved even if rotated to M (the default settings of shooting mode j are saved when the camera is first purchased). 2 Change to a frequently used combination of shooting settings. • See A53 for more information about the saved settings. 3 Press the d button. • The - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 73
Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Press the multi selector H (m), J (n), I (D) or K (o) while shooting to operate the following functions. n Self-timer (A59)/ Smile timer (A60) m Flash mode (A56) Shooting Features Self-timer D Focus mode (A62) Auto o Exposure compensation (A64) - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 74
halfway. - On: The flash will fire when you press the shutter-release button all the way. - Flashing: The flash is charging. The camera cannot take pictures. - Off: The flash will not fire when a picture is taken. • If the battery is low, the monitor will be turned off while the flash is - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 75
That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Available Flash Modes U Auto Flash fires automatically when lighting is dim. V Auto with red-eye reduction Best choice for portraits. Reduces red-eye effect caused by flash in portraits (A58). X Fill flash The flash fires when a picture is taken, regardless - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 76
the camera is turned off. - When shooting mode j, k, l or m is used - When V (auto with red-eye reduction) is selected in A (auto) mode C Auto with Red-eye Reduction This camera uses advanced red-eye reduction ("In-Camera Red-Eye Fix"). If the camera detects "red-eye" when a picture is taken, Nikon - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 77
. Shooting Features 2 Use the multi selector to select n10s (or n2s) and press the k button. • n10s (10 seconds): suitable for group pictures. • n2s (2 seconds): suitable for preventing camera shake. • When the shooting mode is set to Pet portrait in scene mode, Y (pet portrait auto release - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 78
the camera detects smiling faces and automatically releases the shutter even if you do not press the shutter-release button. • This function can be used when the shooting mode is A (auto), j, k, l, m, M, scene mode Portrait or Night portrait. 1 Press J (n self-timer) on the multi selector. • Change - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 79
a face, the self-timer lamp flashes. The lamp quickly flashes immediately after the shutter is released. C Releasing the Shutter Manually The shutter can also be released by pressing the shutter-release button. If no faces are detected, the camera focuses on the subject at the center area of the - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 80
. • See "Available Focus Modes" (A63) for more information. • If the k button is not pressed within a few seconds, the selection will be canceled. • When A (autofocus) is applied, P is only displayed for a few seconds even if monitor indicators (A9) are turned on. Autofocus Shooting Features 62 - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 81
m, the changed focus mode setting is saved in the camera's memory even after the camera is turned off. C Macro Close-up In shooting modes such as scene modes that cannot use the Autofocus mode (A69), Full-time AF may be turned on and the camera will adjust focus even if the shutter-release button is - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 82
the shutter-release button to take a picture. • To turn off exposure compensation, return to step 1 and change the value to 0.0. 25m 0s C Exposure Compensation Value 840 • The changed exposure compensation value applied in j, k or l mode is saved in the camera's memory even after the camera is - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 83
. Use as a guide when using exposure compensation and shooting without manual focus) cannot be selected. 4 The flash does not fire when High ISO monochrome or Silhouette is selected. • The setting applied in shooting modes j, k, l and m is saved in the camera's memory even after the camera is turned - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 84
be changed. The camera automatically selects the flash mode appropriate for the scene it has selected. 5 Smile timer can also be selected. 6 A (autofocus) or E (manual focus) can be selected. 7 The setting cannot be changed. The flash mode setting is fixed at fill flash with slow sync and red- eye - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 85
Be Set Using the d (Menu) Button (Shooting Mode) The shooting menu can be set by pressing the d button in shooting mode. 25m 0s 1/250 F5.6 840 Shooting menu Image quality Image size Picture Control Custom Picture Control White balance Metering Continuous Shooting Features Available functions - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 86
. E33 Set the mode used for taking a series of pictures. • The default setting is Single (i.e., only one picture is captured at a time). • When Continuous H, Continuous L, Pre-shooting cache or BSS (A42) is set, the pictures are shot continuously while the shutter-release button is pressed all - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 87
automatically. • In m (Manual) mode, ISO sensitivity is fixed at ISO 80 if Auto or Fixed range auto is selected. E38 The exposure (brightness) can be changed automatically during continuous shooting. The default setting is Off. E39 Set how the camera determines the focus area using the autofocus - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 88
That Can Be Set Using the d (Menu) Button (Shooting Mode) 1 If this function is assigned to the w (function) button using Fn button, its setting menu can be also displayed on the screen by pressing the w (function) button during shooting. See A71 for more information on using the Fn (function - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 89
used when the shooting mode is j, k, l, m or M. Image quality (A72) Image size (A73) Picture Control (A68) White balance (A68) Metering (A68) Continuous (A68) ISO sensitivity (A69) AF area mode function, press the k button or w (function) button. • The camera returns to the shooting screen. 71 - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 90
image quality can be changed by selecting Image quality and rotating the command dial when menus are displayed. • The setting is also applied to other shooting modes (except for shooting modes M and Easy panorama and 3D photography in scene mode). • Some features cannot be used in combination with - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 91
image size can be changed by selecting Image size and rotating the command dial when menus are displayed. • The setting is also applied to other shooting modes (except for shooting modes M and Easy panorama and 3D photography in scene mode). • Some features cannot be used in combination with other - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 92
or more, "9999" is displayed. • After removing the memory card, check the indicator showing the number of exposures that can be stored in the internal memory (approx. 15 MB) on the screen during shooting. C Printing Images of Size 1:1 Change the printer setting to "Border" when printing images - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 93
Combination Shooting Features Some features cannot be used in combination with other menu settings. Restricted function Setting Description Focus mode (A62) When B (infinity) is selected, the flash is not available. Flash mode Continuous (A68) When Continuous H, Continuous L, Preshooting - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 94
When the camera detects smiling faces and the shutter is released, only one picture is shot. When Pre-shooting cache is selected, the continuous shooting operates in Single mode. If interval timer shooting is set, shooting finishes automatically after one picture is shot. Picture Control Exposure - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 95
exposure bracketing is set. Smile timer (A60) Focus mode (A62) The digital zoom cannot be used when smile timer is selected. The digital zoom cannot be used when E (manual focus) is selected. Digital zoom Continuous (A68) The digital zoom cannot be used when Multi-shot 16 is selected. AF area - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 96
The Control Range of the Shutter Speed (j, k, l, m Modes) The control range of the shutter speed differs depending on the zoom position, aperture value or the ISO sensitivity setting. Additionally, the control range changes in the following continuous shooting settings. Setting Auto2, Fixed range - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 97
effects mode, focus area can be set by selecting AF area mode (A69) in the shooting menu. Using the Target Finding AF When AF area mode in j, k, l, m or M mode is set to Target finding AF, the camera will adjust the focus during the following operations if you press the shutter-release button - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 98
. • When Scene auto selector is selected, the focus area changes depending on which scene the camera selects. • When using Portrait or Night portrait, if no faces are detected when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the camera will focus on the subject at the center of the frame. • When - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 99
change. • When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the exposure is locked. Shooting Features 25m 0s 1/250 F5.6 840 Frame the subject to be focused on using the camera. Press the shutterrelease button halfway. 1/250 F5.6 Confirm that the focus area lights in green. 1/250 F5.6 Continue - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 100
frame playback mode. Operations During Playback Zoom Image is zoomed in. Display position guide Function Adjusting shooting (excepting images recorded by Continuous (A68) or Exposure bracketing (A69)). If the camera detected multiple faces, use H, I, J, and K to display a different face. Change - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 101
selected image is displayed in full-frame playback mode. k • In calendar display mode, the first image captured on the selected date is displayed in full-frame playback mode. B Note on Calendar Display Pictures taken when the camera's date is not set are treated as images captured on "January - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 102
pictures taken and creates a copy with softer facial E13 skin tones. Apply a variety of effects using digital filter. The available effects are Soft, Selective color, Cross screen, Fisheye, Miniature effect, Painting and Vignette. E14 When using a printer to print images saved on the memory card - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 103
the internal memory and a memory card. This function can also be used to copy movies. E57 C Sequence display options Display a sequence of images shot continuously as individual images, or display only the key picture of a sequence. E58 x Choose key picture5 Change the key picture for the - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 104
Can Be Set Using the d (Menu) Button (Playback Mode) Using the Screen for images can be selected selected • Playback menu: Rotate image (E55), Choose key picture (E58) • Setup menu: Select an image in Welcome screen (E64) • displayed. Follow the instructions on the screen. Playback Features 86 - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 105
devices to the same computer simultaneously may cause a camera malfunction or excessive power supply from the computer, which could damage the camera or memory card. Printing images without using a computer E19 If you connect the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer, you can print images - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 106
XP Macintosh Mac OS X 10.6, 10.7, 10.8 Refer to the Nikon website for details on system requirements, including the latest information on operating system compatibility. 1 Start the computer and insert the ViewNX 2 CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. • Windows: If instructions for operating the CD-ROM are - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 107
release). • Click Next to display the installation window. 3 Start the installer. • We recommend clicking Installation Guide Nikon Movie Editor: For basic editing of transferred movies • Panorama Maker (for creating a single panorama photo using a series of images shot in panorama assist scene mode - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 108
P520 1 Under Import pictures and videos, click Change program. A program selection dialog will be displayed; select Import File using Nikon Transfer 2 and click OK. 2 Double-click Import File. If the memory card contains a large number of images, it may take a while for Nikon Transfer 2 to start - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 109
bar of Nikon Transfer 2 (1). • Click Start Transfer (2). 1 P520 Playback Features 2 • At default settings, all the images on the memory card will be copied to the computer. 3 Terminate the connection. • If the camera is connected to the computer, turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 110
the internal memory. To record a movie, use a memory card (Class 6 or higher is recommended). 1 Turn on the camera and display the shooting screen. start movie recording. • The camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame. Focus areas are not displayed during recording. • See "Focus - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 111
to start movie recording. To adjust the focus using the autofocus again while recording movies, press the multi selector J. - B Full-time AF: The focus is adjusted repeatedly even during movie recording. • When the focus mode (A62) is E (manual focus), adjust the focus manually. The focus can - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 112
balance settings in shooting menu (A67) are also applied with movie recording. • When focus mode is set to p (macro close-up), the camera can zoom to a position closer to the subject to record movies. Confirm settings before starting movie recording. • The self-timer (A59) can be used. If the self - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 113
taken may not be played back in a seamless manner. • The sounds of operating the shutter-release button when saving a still picture may be heard in the recorded movie. • If the camera moves when the shutter-release button is pressed, the picture may be blurred. Recording and Playing Back Movies 95 - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 114
d 1080P/30p or o 1080P/ 25p. E48 Autofocus mode Select how the camera focuses when recording normal speed movies. Single AF (default setting) where the focus is locked when movie recording begins, or Full-time AF where the camera focuses continuously during movie recording can be selected. When - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 115
During Volume playback indicator To Rewind Use Description A Rewind the movie while continuously.* I Extract and save only the required parts of the movie (E24). H Save the extracted frame from a movie as a still picture (E25). F Resume playback. End G Return to full-frame playback mode - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 116
Using GPS Starting GPS Data Recording The camera's internal GPS receives signals from the GPS satellites and identifies its current time and position. The position information (latitude and longitude) can be recorded on the pictures to be shot. Turn the GPS Functions On Press the d button M z (GPS - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 117
of pictures shot using continuous shooting. B Battery Drain While Recording GPS Data • When Record GPS data is set to On, GPS functions will continue to operate at the specified interval for approximately 6 hours even after the camera is turned off. Also, GPS functions will continue to operate - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 118
0s - z: Signals are no longer received from the satellites. If the camera has position information that has been obtained in the last 1 minute, this picture can be checked on a map with ViewNX 2 after transferring the image to a computer (A88). • The actual place of shooting may differ from the GPS - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 119
: When set to On, signals are being received from the GPS satellites and positioning starts (A98). The default setting is Off. Update A-GPS file: A memory card is used to update the A-GPS (assist GPS) file. Using the latest A-GPS file can shorten the time needed for tracking the position information - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 120
on a memory card by selecting Create log and then selecting End log. • To erase log data, select a log data and press the l button. E63 Signals from the GPS satellites are used to set the date and time of the camera's internal clock (only when Record GPS data in GPS options of the GPS options menu - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 121
the monitor. Imprint the shooting date and time on pictures at the time of shooting. The default setting is Off. Dates cannot be imprinted in the following situations. - When the scene mode is set to Easy panorama, Panorama assist or 3D photography - When Pre-shooting cache, Continuous H: 120 fps or - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 122
and increases shutter speed. • When using certain shooting modes or settings, motion is not detected. In this case the r indicator is not displayed. When set to Auto (default setting), the AF-assist illuminator (A30) lights if shooting in dark surroundings to help the camera focus. • Even if - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 123
using an audio/video cable but no picture is displayed on the television, set Video mode to NTSC or PAL according to the type of signal compatible with the television. • HDMI settings can be set. When set to Auto (default setting), you can charge the camera's battery by connecting the camera - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 124
Menu Option Blink warning Eye-Fi upload Reverse indicators Reset all Firmware version Description When the camera detects that a human subject may have closed the eyes immediately after taking a picture using face detection while shooting with modes other than the smile timer (A80), the Did someone - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 125
The Reference Section provides detailed information and hints for using the camera. Shooting Taking Pictures With Manual Focus E2 Using Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playing back E3 Using Panorama Assist E6 Playback Playing Images in a Sequence E8 Editing Still Images E10 Connecting the Camera to - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 126
Press the shutter-release button all the way to take the picture. • To readjust the focus, press the k button again to display the screen in step 2. • To change back to autofocus, return to step 1 and choose any setting other than E. C E (Manual Focus) 25m 0s 1/250 F5.6 840 • The digits displayed - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 127
Pictures taken in this mode are saved with Normal as the image quality. 3 Frame the first portion of the panorama scene, and press the shutter-release button halfway to adjust the focus. • The zoom is fixed at the wide-angle position. • The framing guide is displayed on the monitor. • The camera - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 128
Press the shutter-release button all the way, and release it. • The I icons showing the panorama direction are displayed. 5 Move the camera straight and slowly in one of the four directions to start shooting. • When the camera detects the panorama direction, the shooting starts. • The guide showing - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 129
playback mode. * These operations can also be performed by rotating the multi selector. B Note on Viewing Pictures Recorded with Easy Panorama Panorama pictures recorded with functions other than Easy panorama of the COOLPIX P520 may not be scrolled or zoomed on this camera. Reference Section - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 130
• The camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame. • 1/3 of the image will be displayed as translucent. 25m 0s 1/250 F3.0 840 4 Shoot the next picture. • Match the outline of the next picture so that 1/3 of the frame overlaps the previous picture, and press the shutter-release button - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 131
Using Panorama Assist 5 Press the k button when shooting is completed. • The camera returns to step 2. B Notes on Panorama Assist • Set the flash mode, self-timer, focus mode and exposure compensation before releasing the shutter for the first picture. The settings cannot be changed after - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 132
captured continuously with cameras other than the COOLPIX P520 cannot be displayed as a sequence. C Sequence Display Options Select Sequence display options (E58) in the playback menu to set all sequences to be displayed using their key pictures or to display them as individual images. If an - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 133
displayed, are deleted. Playback Menu Options Available When Using Sequence When the d button is pressed during an image sequence playback, the following menu operations are available. • Quick retouch1 • D-Lighting1 • Skin softening1 • Filter effects1 • Print order2 • Slide show • Protect2 ➝ E12 - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 134
the same shooting date and time as the original. • Even if the pictures that are marked for Print order (E52) or Protect (E55) are used for editing, these settings are not reflected on the edited copies. C More Information See "File and Folder Names" (E90) for more information. Reference Section - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 135
a copy created using the COOLPIX P520 is viewed on a different digital camera, it may not be possible to display the picture properly or transfer it to a computer. • Editing functions are not available when there is not enough free space in the internal memory or on the memory card. • For a sequence - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 136
recognized by the s icon displayed in playback mode (A14). Quick retouch Normal Amount I D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and Contrast Select a picture (A32) M d button (A10) M files and recognized by the c icon displayed in playback mode (A14). D-Lighting Normal Amount Reference Section E12 - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 137
, use the multi selector J or K to switch the face that is displayed. • To adjust the extent of skin softening, press the d Back Save button and return to step 1. • Copies created by editing with skin softening are stored as separate files and recognized by the E icon displayed in playback mode - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 138
Images p Filter Effects: Applying Digital Filter Effects Select a picture (A32) M d button (A10) M p Filter effects Option Soft Selective color Cross screen Fisheye Miniature effect Painting Vignette Description Gently soften the focus of the image from the center to the edge. In pictures taken - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 139
160×120 2 Choose Yes and press the k button. • The created copies are stored as separate files (compression ratio of about 1:16). • Images created using small picture are displayed as small images in playback mode and C is displayed (A14). Create small picture file? Yes No Reference Section E15 - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 140
scroll the picture until only the portion you want to copy is visible on the monitor. 4.0 3 Press the d button. Reference Section 4 Use the multi in playback mode. C Cropping the Picture in its Current "Tall" Orientation Use the Rotate image option (E55) to rotate the picture so that - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 141
HDMI cable to play back pictures. 1 Turn off the camera. 2 Connect the camera to the TV. When connecting using the included Audio Video Cable EG-CP16 • Connect the yellow plug to the video-in jack on the TV, and the red and white plugs to the audio-in jacks. Yellow White Red Reference Section - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 142
the instruction manual provided with your TV for details. 4 Hold down the c button to turn on the camera. • The camera enters playback mode, and the recorded pictures are displayed on the TV. • While the camera is connected to the TV, the monitor remains off. B Note on Connecting an HDMI Cable An - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 143
Off and reconnect the cable. B Notes on Power Source • When connecting the camera to a printer, use a fully charged battery to prevent the camera from turning off unexpectedly. • If the AC Adapter EH-62A (available separately) (E92) is used, the COOLPIX P520 can be powered from an electrical outlet - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 144
4 Printing starts. • The monitor display returns to that shown in step 1 when printing is complete. • When printing is complete, turn the camera off and then disconnect the USB cable. Start print Copies Paper size Printing 2 / 4 Cancel Current print/total number of prints Reference Section E20 - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 145
full-frame playback mode, or f (h) to switch to 12-thumbnail display. • Press the k button when setting is complete. • When the menu shown on the right is displayed, choose Start print and press the k button to start printing. Print selection 10 prints Start print Cancel Reference Section E21 - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 146
Printer (Direct Print) Print all images All pictures stored in the internal memory or on the memory card are printed one per each. • When the menu shown on the right is displayed, choose Start print and press the k button to start printing. DPOF printing Pictures for which a print order was created - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 147
on the memory card: • Insert a memory card into a DPOF-compatible printer's card slot. • Take a memory card to a digital photo lab. For printing using these methods, specify the pictures and the number of prints each using the Print order (E52) option in the playback menu. E23 Reference Section - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 148
540/25p). 1 Play back the movie to be edited and pause at the start point of the portion that is to be extracted (A97). 2 Use the multi selector J or K to choose I on the playback control, and press Yes and press the k button. • The edited movie is saved. Save OK? Reference Section Yes No E24 - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 149
Editing Movies B Notes on Editing Movies • Use a fully charged battery to prevent the camera from turning off during editing. When the battery level is B, movie editing is not possible. • Once a movie is created through editing, it cannot be used again for extracting a movie. To extract another - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 150
of the COOLPIX P520 cannot be used with other makes of cameras, Capture NX, Capture NX 2 and ViewNX 2 Picture Control feature. • Some features cannot be used in combination with other menu settings. See "Features Not Available in Combination" (A75) for more information. Reference Section E26 - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 151
to change to other COOLPIX Picture Controls. • Press the k button to display the COOLPIX Picture Control Setting screen (step 2 above). • For Monochrome, the grid is displayed for contrast only. • The grid is also displayed when adjusting Contrast or Saturation with manual adjustment. Reference - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 152
Choose from options between -2 and +2 to reduce or emphasize the effect of the selected COOLPIX Picture Control. The default setting is 0. Control how much outlines are sharpened during shooting. Choose A (auto) to adjust sharpening automatically, or choose from seven levels of adjustment between - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 153
Shooting Menu (j, k, l or m Mode) Option Description Toning 3 Control the tint used in monochrome photographs from B&W (black-and-white, the default setting), Sepia, and Cyanotype (blue-tinted monochrome). Pressing the multi selector I when Sepia or Cyanotype is selected enables you to choose - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 154
as Custom 1 and Custom 2 in COOLPIX Custom Picture Control. Creating COOLPIX Custom Picture Controls 1 Use the multi selector to choose Edit and save, and press the k button. Custom Picture Control Edit and save Delete Reference Section 2 Choose the original COOLPIX Picture Control (E27) to be - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 155
the light source. The human brain is able to adapt to changes in the color of the light source, with the result that white objects appear white whether seen in the shade, direct sunlight, or under incandescent lighting. Digital cameras can mimic this adjustment of the human eye by processing images - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 156
a white or gray reference object in the reference object frame and press the k button. • The shutter is released and the new white balance preset value is set (no picture is recorded). Preset manual Cancel Measure Reference object frame B Note on Preset Manual The camera cannot measure a white - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 157
the digital zoom is in effect, Metering is set to Center-weighted or Spot depending on the magnification of an enlargement. • If AF area mode (E40) is set to Manual when Metering is set to Matrix, the camera meters by assigning greatest weight to the focus area. • Some features cannot be used in - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 158
is pressed. Pictures are continuously shot while the shutter-release button is pressed all the way. Shooting ends when the shutter-release button is released or when the maximum number of continuous shooting frames is reached. • Continuous H: Up to 7 pictures are continuously shot at a rate of about - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 159
on Continuous Shooting • Focus, exposure and white balance are fixed at the values determined with the first shot in each series. • The frame rate may become slower depending on the image quality, image size, memory card type or shooting conditions. • Some features cannot be used in combination - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 160
green while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. Press down halfway Press down all the way Reference Section Images saved by Images saved by pressing halfway pressing all the way • If the number of exposures remaining is less than 6, the pictures taken with the pre-shooting cache are - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 161
Press the shutter-release button all the way again to finish shooting. • Shooting finishes automatically if the internal memory or memory card becomes full. B Notes on Interval Timer Shooting • To prevent the camera from turning off unexpectedly during shooting, use a fully charged battery. • If - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 162
ISO 6400): ISO sensitivity is fixed at the specified value. Minimum shutter speed When the shooting mode is j or l and ISO sensitivity is set to Auto or Fixed range auto, the shutter speed at which the ISO sensitivity automatic control starts to function (1/125 to 1 second) can be set. The default - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 163
be changed automatically during continuous shooting. This is effective for shooting when it is difficult to adjust the picture brightness. Option Description Camera varies exposure by 0, -0.3, and +0.3 over next three shots. The ±0.3 three shots are taken in sequence when the shutter-release - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 164
that contain the subject closest to the camera. Press the shutter-release button halfway to activate the focus area. When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the focus area selected by the camera is displayed on the monitor (up to 9 areas). 1/250 F5.6 Focus areas Reference Section E40 - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 165
center of the frame. Two sizes are available for the focus area. 25m 0s 1/250 F5.6 840 Subject tracking begins once you select a subject to be focused on, and the focus area will move and follow the subject. See "Using Subject Tracking" (E43). Focus area End 1/250 F5.6 Reference Section E41 - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 166
See "Using the Target Finding AF" (A 79) for more information. 1/1200 F2.8 Focus areas B Notes on AF Area Mode • When the digital zoom is in effect, the camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame regardless of the applied AF area mode option. • In some rare cases of shooting subjects - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 167
of the subject, the focus area display disappears; register the subject again. Start 25m 0s 1/250 F5.6 840 End 25m 0s 1/250 F5.6 840 3 Press the shutter-release button all the way to take the picture. • If the camera focuses on the focus area when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 168
AF Description The camera focuses only when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. The camera focuses continuously until the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. Use with moving subjects. A sound will be heard while the camera focuses. B Note on Autofocus Mode Some features cannot - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 169
standard strength. M Normal (default setting) Perform noise reduction at the standard strength. l Low Perform noise reduction at a level lower than the standard strength. Noise reduction filter setting can be confirmed on the monitor when recording a picture (A12). Reference Section E45 - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 170
before shooting to optimize the dynamic range. The D-Lighting (E12) option in the playback menu optimizes dynamic range in pictures taken. Save User Settings/Reset User Settings See "Saving Settings in M Mode" (A54) for more information about Save User Settings/Reset User Settings. Reference - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 171
next focal length level, release the zoom control and then operate it again. • Set Zoom memory to Off when using the digital zoom. Startup Zoom Position Rotate the mode dial to j, k, l or m M d button M j, k, l or m tab (A10) M Startup zoom position When the camera is turned on, the zoom position - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 172
if your TV system is PAL. 2 The n 1080/60i and q 1080/50i settings use interlace system for recording, while other settings use progressive scanning system for recording. 3 iFrame is one of the formats supported by Apple Inc. The movie editing functions (E24) cannot be used. Reference Section E48 - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 173
back, the camera plays back the focus, exposure and white balance are locked when movie recording starts. B Note on HS Movie Recording and Special Effects Mode Setting h/u HS 480/4× for Movie options cannot be selected when Soft or Nostalgic sepia is selected for the special effects shooting mode - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 174
sufficient free space on the memory card. The maximum movie memory card, check the indicator showing the maximum movie length that can be stored in the internal memory (approx. 15 MB) on the screen during recording. C More Information See "File and Folder Names" (E90) for more information. Reference - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 175
back in fast motion at a speed two times faster than normal speed. Recording 2 min Playback 1 min Reference Section Autofocus Mode Display the shooting screen M d button M e (Movie) tab (A10) M Autofocus mode Select how the camera focuses when recording normal speed movies (E48). Option - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 176
the prints to a digital photo lab that has a DPOF service. • Printing by connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible (F22) printer (E19). (When the memory card is removed from the camera, the print order can also be performed for the pictures stored on the internal memory.) 1 Use the multi - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 177
, shooting date and shooting information can be printed on pictures when a DPOF-compatible (F22) printer which supports printing of shooting date and shooting information is used. • Shooting information cannot be printed when the camera is connected directly to a printer, via the included USB cable - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 178
pictures stored in the internal memory or on a memory card in an automatic slide show. 1 Use the multi selector to choose Start, and press the k button. Slide show Pause • To change the interval between pictures to Key picture only, only the key picture is displayed. • Images captured using Easy - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 179
(A14). f Rotate Image Press the c button (Playback mode) M d button (A10) M f Rotate image Change the orientation of pictures played back on the camera's monitor after shooting. Still pictures can be rotated 90° clockwise or counterclockwise. Pictures that were recorded in the "tall" orientation - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 180
mode) M Select a picture M d button (A10) M E Voice memo Use the camera's microphone to record voice memos for pictures. • The recording screen is displayed for a picture . • Voice memos cannot be attached to pictures taken with cameras other than the COOLPIX P520. • Voice memos of the images with - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 181
and a memory card. 1 Use the multi selector to select an option from the copy screen, and press the k button. • Camera to card: Copy pictures from the internal memory to the memory card. • Card to camera: Copy pictures from the memory card to the internal memory. Copy Camera to card Card to camera - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 182
the method used to display a series of pictures shot continuously (sequence, E8) when viewing them in full-frame playback mode (A32) or in thumbnail playback mode (A83). Settings are applied to all sequences, and the setting is saved in the camera's memory even if the camera is turned off. Option - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 183
the memory card containing the copied file into the camera. 4 Turn on the camera. 5 Press the d button to display the GPS options menu, and use the multi selector to select GPS options. 6 Select Update A-GPS file, and update the file. • About 2 minutes are needed to update the A-GPS file. Reference - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 184
period has expired, it is displayed in gray. • Once the validity period of the A-GPS file has expired, tracking of the position information will not become faster. Updating of the A-GPS file before using the GPS feature is recommended. Reference Section Points of Interest (POI) (Recording and - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 185
GPS options menu, and press the k button. Start log Log data for next 6 hrs Log data for next 12 hrs Log data for next 24 hrs Create log Start log Log interval End log 4 Select Save log, and press the k button. • The log data is saved to a memory card. End log Save log Erase log Reference - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 186
cable is connected. - Insert a memory card. - The battery is removed. - Record GPS data in GPS options is set to Off (same as when Reset all is performed). - The setting of the internal clock (time zone or date and time) is changed. • Even when the camera is turned off, log recording is continuously - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 187
Synchronize Signals from the GPS satellites are used to set the date and time of the camera's internal clock (only when Record GPS data in GPS options of the GPS options menu is set to On). Check the positioning status before starting synchronize. B Notes on Synchronize • Date and time adjustment by - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 188
when the camera is turned on. Option Description None Display the shooting or playback screen without displaying the (default setting) welcome screen. COOLPIX Display the welcome screen before displaying the shooting or playback screen. Select an image Select a picture taken to display - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 189
Time zone and date Option Date and time Date format Time zone Description Set the camera clock to the current date and time. Use the multi selector to set the date and time. Date and time • calculated and the local date and time are recorded. Useful when traveling. Reference Section E65 - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 190
cannot be selected, set the correct time using Date and time. • Press the k button to register the travel destination time zone. • While the travel destination time zone is selected, the Z icon is displayed on the monitor when the camera is in shooting mode. C w Home Time Zone New York Toronto Lima - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 191
in E (manual focus) B Notes on View/Hide Histograms Histograms are not displayed in the following situations. • When recording a movie • When the enlarged center of the picture is displayed in E (manual focus) • When the flash mode, self-timer or focus mode menu is displayed Reference Section E67 - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 192
When printing from DPOF-compatible printers which support printing of shooting date and shooting information, the date and information can be printed on pictures without the date and time being imprinted on them with Print date, using options in the Print order menu (E52). Reference Section E68 - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 193
. • When using a tripod to stabilize the camera, set vibration reduction to Off. The icon for the current setting other than Off is displayed on the monitor (A12). B Notes on Vibration Reduction • Immediately after the power is turned on or the camera enters shooting mode from playback mode, wait - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 194
monochrome • When shooting mode is j, k, l, m or M k Off Motion detection is not enabled. When Auto is selected, an icon for this setting is displayed on the monitor (A12). The motion detection icon lights in green when the camera detects any vibration and increases the shutter speed. B Notes on - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 195
the maximum telephoto position. • For some focus areas and scene modes such as Museum (A42) and Pet portrait (A44), AF-assist illuminator may not turn on even if Auto is set. AF-assist illuminator does not light. The camera may be unable to focus if lighting is dim. Digital Zoom Press the d button - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 196
used. Option Zoom (default setting) Manual focus Snap-back zoom Description When shooting, use the side zoom control (A29) to adjust the zoom. When the focus mode is set to E (manual focus), use the side zoom control to focus (E2). • Use control was used. • When using the digital zoom, use the side - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 197
in Combination" (A75) for more information. Reference Section Auto Off Press the d button M z tab (A10) M Auto off If no operations are performed for a certain period while the camera is on, the monitor is turned off to save power and the camera enters standby mode (A23). In this menu, set the - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 198
Internal Memory and Memory card • Do not turn off the camera or open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover during formatting. • The first time you insert a memory card that has been used in another device into this camera, be sure to format it with this camera. Reference Section Language - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 199
. • The available frame rates in Movie options (E48) change depending on the setting of the video mode. Select a picture resolution for HDMI output from an HDMI cable. When set to On (default setting), the television remote control can be used to operate the camera during playback. See "Using the TV - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 200
to a computer. In this case, use the Charging AC Adapter EH-69P (A18) to charge the battery and then set the camera's date and time. • If the camera is turned off, charging will also stop. • If the computer enters sleep mode while charging, charging will stop and the camera may be turned off. • When - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 201
Lamp The following chart explains charge lamp status when the camera is connected to a computer. Option Flashes slowly (green) Off Flashes quickly (green) Description Battery charging. Battery not charging. If the charge lamp changes from slow flashing (green) to off while the power-on lamp is lit - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 202
file number for the next picture taken starts from "0001." B Note on Reset File Numbering Reset file numbering cannot be applied when the folder number reaches 999 and there are images in the folder. Insert a new memory card, or format the internal memory/memory card (E74). Reference Section E78 - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 203
f (h). • When the camera detects that one or more human subjects have closed their eyes, press J or K during Exit playback zoom to display other faces. • Press the l button to delete the picture taken. • Press the k button or the shutter-release button to return to shooting mode. • If no - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 204
Refer to the instruction manual of your Eye-Fi card for more information. In the event of malfunction, contact the card manufacturer. • The camera can be used to turn Eye-Fi cards on and off, but may not support other Eye-Fi functions. • The camera is not compatible with the endless memory function - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 205
Shooting in the Scene Mode Option Scene menu (A36) Night portrait (A40) Close-up (A41) Hue adjustment in Food mode (A42) Panorama (A43) Pet portrait (A44) Default value Scene auto selector Tripod Single shot Center Normal (180°) in Easy panorama Pet portrait auto release: ON Continuous: Continuous - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 206
(E31) Metering (E33) Continuous (E34) Intvl timer shooting (E36) ISO sensitivity (E38) Minimum shutter speed (E38) Exposure bracketing (E39) AF area mode (E40) Autofocus mode (E44) Flash exp. comp. (E45) Noise reduction filter (E45) Active D-Lighting (E46) Zoom memory (E47) Startup zoom position - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 207
/hide histograms (E67) Print date (E68) Vibration reduction (E69) Motion detection (E70) AF assist (E71) Digital zoom (E71) Assign side zoom control (E72) Button sound (E73) Shutter sound (E73) Auto off (E73) HDMI (E75) HDMI device control (E75) HDMI 3D output (E75) Charge by computer (E76) Toggle - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 208
default settings when Reset all is performed. To change these settings back to the default settings, use Reset user settings (E46). Firmware Version Press the d button M z tab (A10) M Firmware version Displays the current camera firmware version. COOLPIX P520 Ver.X.X Back Reference Section E84 - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 209
. Set date and time. E65 Battery exhausted. Charge or replace the battery. 16, 18 Battery temperature is high. Turn off camera, and allow battery to cool down before resuming use. Five seconds after this message appears, the monitor is turned off, and the power-on lamp starts flashing 23 quickly - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 210
the memory card, or format the internal memory/ memory card. Picture cannot be used for welcome screen. There is insufficient space to save a copy. Delete pictures from destination. A 72, 73 33, 97 20 21 E74 20, E74 E64 33 Cannot perform Easy panorama shooting. Easy panorama shooting may not - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 211
Turn off camera, remove and reinsert battery, and turn on camera. If the error persists, contact retailer or Nikon-authorized 23 service representative. Could not obtain GPS The camera clock is not set correctly. data. Change the location or time and determine the location again. - Reference - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 212
. • Whether the memory card is inserted • Whether the A-GPS file is stored on the memory card - • Whether the A-GPS file saved on the memory card is more recent than the A-GPS file saved in the camera • Whether the A-GPS file is still valid Unable to update A-GPS file. The A-GPS file may be - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 213
error: check printer status. Printer error. Check printer. After solving the problem, select Resume and press the k button to resume printing.* - Printer to cancel printing. - * See the instruction manual provided with your printer for further guidance and information. Reference Section E89 - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 214
(A95), starting from the "file number of the movie currently being recorded + 1." Signifies the file type. .JPG JPEG still pictures .MOV Movies Voice memos .WAV • Identifier and file number are the same as the picture to which the voice memo is attached. .MPO 3D images Reference Section E90 - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 215
date (the last two digits of the year, month, and date)", "identification number (0 to 9 and A to Z)" and "extension (.log)." Example: the first GPS log recorded on 15 May 2013 is N1305150.log • Up to 36 files can be recorded a day and up to 100 files can be recorded on a memory card. E91 Reference - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 216
This function cannot be used when the Eye-Fi card is inserted into the camera. See our websites, product catalogs, or the instruction manual of the WU-1a for further details. See our websites or product catalogs for up-to-date information on accessories for the COOLPIX P520. Reference Section E92 - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 217
Index Caring for the Products F2 The Camera...F2 The Battery...F3 Charging AC Adapter F4 The Memory Cards ...F5 Caring for the Camera F6 Cleaning ...F6 Storage ...F6 Troubleshooting F7 USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR LOCATION NAME DATA F15 Specifications F19 Supported Standards F22 Index F24 F1 - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 218
. To prevent condensation, place the device in a carrying case or a plastic bag before exposing it to sudden changes in temperature. B Turn the Product off Before Removing or Disconnecting the Power Source or the Memory Card Do not remove the battery while the product is on, or while images are - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 219
your Nikon-authorized service representative. The Battery • Be sure to read and follow the warnings of "For Your Safety" (Avi to viii) thoroughly before using the battery. • Check the battery level before using the camera and replace or charge the battery if necessary. Do not continue charging once - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 220
result in reduced battery life. When the battery level is low, be sure to charge the battery before using it. • Recharge the battery at least once every six months and completely exhaust it before returning it to storage. • After removing the battery from the camera or battery charger, attach the - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 221
or during data transfer to a computer. Failure to observe this precaution could result in loss of data or damage to the memory card: - Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover to remove the battery or memory card. - Turn off the camera - Disconnect the AC adapter F5 Technical Notes and Index - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 222
of over 60% To prevent mold or mildew, take the camera out of storage at least once a month. Turn the camera on and release the shutter a few times before putting the camera away again. Be sure to read and follow the warnings given in "The Battery" (F3) of "Caring for the Products" to store the - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 223
below before consulting your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. Refer to the page numbers in the right-most column for more information. • See "Error Messages" (E85) for more information. Power, Display, Settings Issues Problem The camera is on but does not respond. Cause - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 224
Troubleshooting Problem Cause/Solution A • Camera is off. 23 • Battery is exhausted. 22 • Standby mode for saving power: Press the power switch, 23 shutter-release button, c button or b (e movie-record) Monitor or viewfinder is blank. • button, or rotate the mode dial. Monitor and - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 225
rise. This is not a malfunction. Shooting Issues Problem Cause/Solution A Cannot set to shooting mode. Disconnect the HDMI cable or USB cable. 87, 90, E17, E19 No picture can be taken. • When camera is in playback mode, press the c button, shutter-release button or b (e movie-record) button - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 226
Troubleshooting Problem Bright specks appear in pictures shot using flash. Cause/Solution Flash is reflecting off particles in air. Lower the flash. A 56 Flash does not fire. • • A shooting mode where flash cannot fire is selected. Another function that is set now is restricting the flash. 65 - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 227
with red-eye reduction) 57 • When taking pictures in the following scene modes. - Hand-held in X (Night landscape) 37 - Noise reduction burst in c (Landscape) or Close-up 38, 41 - HDR set to other than Off in R (Backlighting) 38 - Easy panorama in Panorama 43 • Continuous in the shooting - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 228
card to play back pictures from internal memory. 105, E75 87 20 • Camera is off. 23 • Battery is exhausted. 22 Nikon Transfer 2 • USB cable is not correctly connected. 87 does not start • Camera is not recognized by the computer. - when camera is • Confirm that the operating system used - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 229
Troubleshooting Problem Pictures to be printed are not displayed. Cannot select paper size with camera. Cause/Solution A • Memory card contains no pictures. Replace memory card. 20 • Remove memory card to print pictures from internal memory. 21 • Pictures taken by 3D photography cannot be - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 230
Troubleshooting GPS Problem Cause/Solution A • The camera may not be able to identify the location in some 99 Unable to identify shooting environments. To use the GPS feature, use the the location or it camera as much as possible in an open-air area. takes time to • When positioning for - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 231
the other hand. Terms and Conditions Personal Use Only. You agree to use this Data together with this digital camera and the image data taken by the digital camera for the solely personal, non-commercial purposes for which you were licensed, and not for service bureau, time-sharing or other similar - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 232
Nikon and the International Sale of Goods instruction manual accompanying the Client device containing a copy of the Data delivered or otherwise furnished shall be marked and embedded as appropriate with the following "Notice of Use," and shall be treated in accordance with such Notice: Notice of Use - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 233
USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR LOCATION NAME DATA Notices related to licensed software copyright holders. • Location name data for Japan © 2012 ZENRIN CO., LTD. All rights reserved. This service uses POI data of ZENRIN CO., LTD. "ZENRIN" is a registered trademark of ZENRIN CO., LTD. • Location name data - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 234
Service 2012. Prices are not established, ® controlled or approved by the United States Postal Service Sri Lanka This product incorporates original source digital data obtained from the Survey Department of of Sri Lanka The data has been used with the permission of the Survey Department - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 235
Nikon COOLPIX P520 Digital Camera Type Compact digital camera Number of effective pixels 18.1 million Image sensor 1/2.3-in. type CMOS; approx. 18.91 million total pixels Lens NIKKOR lens with 42× optical zoom Focal length 4.3-180 mm (angle of view equivalent to that of 24-1000 mm lens - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 236
sensitivity) Exposure Metering mode Exposure control Shutter Speed Aperture Range Self-timer Flash Range (approx.) (ISO sensitivity: Auto) Flash control Flash exposure compensation Interface Data transfer protocol Video output HDMI output I/O terminal GPS Supported languages • 18 M • 4M • VGA • 16 - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 237
4 h and 30 min (when using Charging AC Adapter EH-69P and when no charge remains) Approx. 200 shots when using EN-EL5 1/4 (ISO 1222) Approx. 125.2 × 84.1 × 101.6 mm (5.0 × 3.4 × 4.0 in.) (excluding projections) Approx. 550 g (1 lb 3.5 oz) (including battery and SD memory card) 0°C - 40°C (32°F - 104 - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 238
• Nikon will not be held liable for any errors this manual may contain. • The appearance of this product and its specifications are subject to change without notice. Supported Standards • DCF: Design Rule for Camera File System is a standard widely used in the digital camera industry - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 239
granted or shall be implied for any other use. Additional information may be obtained from MPEG Acrobat are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Inc. • SDXC, SDHC and SD Logos are trademarks of SD-3C mentioned in this manual or the other documentation provided with your Nikon product are trademarks - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 240
with red-eye reduction 57, 58 Autofocus 63, 69, 96, E44, E51 Autofocus mode 69, 96, E44, E51 AV cable 87, E17 B Backlighting 38 Battery 16, 18 Battery charger 19, E92 Battery level indicator 22 Battery-chamber/memory card slot cover 16, 20 Beach Z 40 Best shot selector 42, 68, E34 Black and white - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 241
speed continuous 68, E34 HS movie 95, E49, E51 I Identifier E90 Image copy 85, E57 Image quality 72 Image sharpening E28 Image size 72, 73 Infinity 63 Internal memory indicator 22 Interval Timer Shooting 68, E35, E36 ISO sensitivity 69, E38 L Landscape mode 38 Language 105, E74 Lens F6, F19 Lens cap - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 242
Index Manual focus 63, E2 Manual mode 49, 51 Memory capacity 22 Memory card 20, 21 Memory card slot 20 Metering 68, E33 Microphone 92, E56 Minimum shutter speed E38 Mode dial 26 Monitor 7, 9, 12, F6 Monitor brightness 103, E67 Monitor settings 103, E67 Motion detection 104, E70 Movie length 92, E50 - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 243
menu 67, E26 Shooting mode 27 Shutter sound 104, E73 Shutter speed 49, 78 Shutter-priority auto mode 49, 51 Shutter-release button 3, 5, 30 Single 68, E34 Single AF 69, 96, E44, E51 Skin softening 46, 84, E13 Slide show 84, E54 Slow sync 57 Small picture 84, E15 Smile timer 55, 60 Snow z 40 Sound - Nikon COOLPIX P520 | Reference Manual - Page 244
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