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Nikon COOLPIXL120BLK, COOLPIXL120BRONZE, COOLPIXL120RED Image Mode (Image Quality/Image Size)

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Image Mode (Image Quality/Image Size)

Choose image size and quality (compression). The size of the files, and with it the

number of images that can be saved, depends on the size and quality

(compression) of the images. Before shooting, choose an image mode according

to how you plan to use the image.

The icon for the current setting is displayed in the monitor in shooting and

playback modes (A8, 9).

A (auto) M d (Shooting menu)M Image mode

Setting Size (pixels) Description

Q4320×3240P4320 × 3240

Highest quality, suitable for enlargements or

high-quality prints. The compression ratio is

approximately 1:4.

R4320×3240

(default setting) 4320 × 3240

Best choice in most situations. The compression

ratio is approximately 1:8.R3264×2448 3264 × 2448

L2592×1944 2592 × 1944

M2048×1536 2048 × 1536 Smaller size allows more images to be saved. The

compression ratio is approximately 1:8.

N1024×768 1024 × 768 Suited to display on a computer monitor. The

compression ratio is approximately 1:8.

O640×480 640 × 480

Suited to distribution by e-mail or full-screen

display on a television with a 4:3 aspect ratio. The

compression ratio is approximately 1:8.

P4224×2376 4224 × 2376 Images with an aspect ratio of 16:9 can be taken.

The compression ratio is approximately 1:8.

CNotes on Image Mode

•When using shooting modes other than A (auto) mode, this setting can be changed by pressing the

d button. The setting is also applied to other shooting modes (except for sport continuous mode).

•This feature cannot be used simultaneously with certain features. ➝ “Camera Settings that Cannot

Be Set at the Same Time” (A60)

CImage Mode for Sport Continuous Mode

•In sport continuous mode (A48), the following image mode settings are available:

M2048×1536, N1024×768, O640×480, m1920×1080 (image size 1920 × 1080,

compression ratio 1:8)

•The image mode setting in the sport continuous menu (A48) is saved separately from the

image mode setting in other shooting modes and is not applied to the other modes.

Contents

Main Page i ii For Your Safety WARNINGS iii iv v Notices Notice for Customers in the U.S.A. vi Notice for customers in Canada vii Table of Contents viii ix x 1 Introduction About This Manual D A B C C Information and Precautions Life-Long Learning Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories THE USE OF NON-NIKON ELECTRONIC ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE THE CAMERA AND MAY Before Taking Important Pictures 3 Information and Precautions Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction Disposing of Data Storage Devices Parts of the Camera The Camera Body Page Attaching the Camera Strap and Lens Cap Attach the lens cap to the camera strap, and then attach the strap to the camera. B Page 8 Parts of the Camera The Monitor Shooting 999 999 / 99 9 1m0 0 s 999 9/99 99 999/ 999 999 Basic Operations A(Shooting mode) Button c(Playback) Button b(e Movie-record) Button 11 Basic Operations For the Menu Screen The Multi Selector For Shooting For Playback 12 Basic Operations 1 2 to choose an item, and then press K or the k button. 3 4 Switching Between Tabs of Menu Screen About the Shutter-release Button 14 First Steps Inserting the Batteries 1 cover. 2 3 cover. B If Turn the camera off, remove the lens cap, and turn the camera on. is displayed B C Batteries with a flat negative terminal Setting Display Language, Date and Time 1 2 3 4 D 5 6 7 8 D 1 are off and open the battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover. 2 B 3 B Write protect switch B Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select G (Easy Auto) Mode 1 2 3 4 Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select G (Easy Auto) Mode Indicators Displayed in G(Easy auto) Mode C D 22 Step 2 Frame a Picture 1 2 B 23 Using the Zoom C 24 Step 3 Focus and Shoot 1 2 the way down. Step 3 Focus and Shoot B C 26 Step 4 Viewing and Deleting Images Viewing Images (Playback Mode) Press the c button. C Deleting Unwanted Images 1 2 3 1 2 B C Using the Flash Selecting a Flash Mode 1 2 3 B Using the Flash B C Taking Pictures with the Self-timer 1 2 3 4 Adjusting the Brightness: Exposure Compensation 1 2 3 4 C 1 2 3 34 Easy Auto Mode Automatic Scene Selection Notes on Face Detection 35 Shooting Suited for the Scene (Scene Mode) 1 mode and press the multi selector H or I to select scene mode. 2 K to select a scene, and press the k button. 3 Choosing a Scene and Shooting (Scene Mode Types and Characteristics) Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Shooting for a Panorama 1 2 3 4 45 5 completed. The camera returns to step 2. B D 1 2 3 4 B C 48 Shooting Continuously at High Speed (Sport Continuous) 1 mode and press the multi selector H or I to select d, and press the 2 items in the sport continuous menu. 3 B 50 Auto Mode 28) and self-timer ( 51) and exposure compensation ( 1 2 and press the k button. 3 picture. 1 2 3 C Changing A(Auto) Mode Settings (Shooting Menu) B Image Mode (Image Quality/Image Size) C White Balance (Adjusting Hue) B 1 2 3 4 5 Continuous Change settings to Continuous or BSS (best shot selector). B ISO Sensitivity B Color Options Make colors more vivid or save images in monochrome. B Camera Settings that Cannot Be Set at the Same Time Certain settings in the shooting menu cannot be used with other functions. 61 More on Playback Full-frame Operation C Viewing Multiple Images: Thumbnail Playback Viewing Multiple Images: Thumbnail Playback Calendar Display C B Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom 65 Images Captured with Face Detection or Pet Detection 66 Playback Menu The following options are available in playback mode. Displaying the Playback Menu a Print Order 1 2 3 68 4 copies (up to nine) of each. 5 date and shooting information. Images specified for Print order are indicated during playback by the w icon. B C D 70 b Slide Show 1 press the k button. 2 3 B d Protect 1 2 3 f Rotate Image h 74 Copy: Copying Between Memory Card and Internal Memory Copy images between the internal memory and a memory card. 1 the multi selector and press the k button. 2 button. B Image Editing Function C D Editing Images I D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and Contrast 1 2 3 g Small Picture: Decreasing Image Size 1 2 3 4 o Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy 1 2 3 4 C Recording Movies 1 2 3 4 B C 82 Changing Movie Recording Settings The following options can be adjusted from the movie menu. Displaying the Movie Menu 1 press the d button. 2 83 3 4 Movie Options Select the type of movies that are recorded. C Autofocus Mode Choose how the camera focuses in movie mode. Electronic VR Select the electronic vibration reduction setting that is used when recording movies. When electronic VR is set to On, R is displayed when movie recording starts (A8). Wind Noise Reduction Enhanced Resolution Movie Playback B Deleting Movies Editing Movies 1 2 3 4 5 6 B Connecting to a TV 1 2 91 Connecting to a TV 3 See the documentation provided with your television for details. 4 camera. B Connecting to a Computer Before Connecting the Camera Install the Software Compatible Operating Systems B Page 94 Connecting to a Computer 5 on the computer. 6 Source panel and click Start Transfer. Page Connecting to a Computer C available Card Reader D Connecting to a Printer B D Page Printing Images One at a Time 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Printing Multiple Images 1 2 3 4 DPOF printing and press the k button. 102 Connecting to a Printer 5 C 103 Basic Camera Setup Setup Menu The setup menu contains the following options. 104 Displaying the Setup Menu 1 2 3 4 Welcome Screen Specify the welcome screen displayed when the camera is turned on. Time Zone and Date Set the camera clock. 107 Setting Travel Destination Time Zone 1 and press the k button. 2 3 4 Page D Monitor Settings The following settings are available. 111 Photo Info Print Date At settings other than Off, the icon for the current setting is displayed in the monitor (A8). d button M z (Setup menu) (A104)M Print date B C Vibration Reduction B D Motion Detection B AF Assist Specify sound settings. Sound Settings B Auto Off C 117 Format Memory/Format Card Formatting internal memory Formatting a Memory Card B Language Select one of 26 languages for display of camera menus and messages. TV Settings Adjust settings for connection to a television. D Blink Warning 120 Operating the Did someone blink? Screen Reset All Movie Menu Setup Menu Others Battery Type Page Caring for the Camera Caring for the Camera C Caring for the Camera Cleaning Do not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals. Storage C 129 Technical Notes Optional Accessories Optional Accessories Approved Memory Cards File and Folder Names Error Messages Page Page * See the documentation provided with your printer for further guidance and information. 136 Troubleshooting Display, Settings and Power Supply 137 Shooting Page 139 Playback Page Specifications Nikon COOLPIX L120 Digital Camera Page B Supported Standards 145 Index Symbols A B C 146 F H I J 147 P R S T