Nikon COOLPIX L27 User manual

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(except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews), may be made

without written authorization from NIKON CORPORATION.

CT2L02(11)

6MN16811-02

DIGITAL CAMERA

Reference Manual

Feature Highlights of the COOLPIX L27

Let your camera take over

G(Easy Auto) Mode................................................. A32

When you aim the camera at your subject, the camera selects the appropriate settings for

you.

It’s easy to take pictures in situations that normally require difficult settings, such as when

shooting with backlighting or shooting at night.

Simply press the shutter-release button to capture beautiful shots quickly and easily.

Capture perfect portraits

Smart Portrait Mode................................................. A39

This mode is perfect for portraits and group shots.

When you aim the camera at a person, the camera focuses automatically on that person’s

face.

With options like Smile timer, which captures images automatically when your subject

smiles, and Skin softening, which makes facial skin tones appear smoother, you’ll capture

vibrant shots of your subjects every time.

Introduction

Parts of the Camera

The Basics of Shooting and Playback

Shooting Features

Playback Features

Recording and Playing Back Movies

General Camera Setup

Reference Section

Technical Notes and Index

Introduction

Read This First

Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX L27 digital camera. Before using the camera,

please read the information in “For Your Safety” (Ax) and familiarize yourself with the

information provided in this manual. After reading, please keep this manual handy and refer

to it to enhance your enjoyment of your new camera.

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Introduction

Attaching the Camera Strap

Introduction

About This Manual

If you want to start using the camera right away, see “The Basics of Shooting and Playback”

(A9).

To learn about the parts of the camera and information that is displayed in the monitor, see

“Parts of the Camera” (A1).

Introduction

Other Information

•Symbols and Conventions

To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and conventions

are used in this manual:

•SD, SDHC, and SDXC memory cards are referred to as “memory cards” in this manual.

•The setting at the time of purchase is referred to as the “default setting.”

•The names of menu items displayed in the camera monitor, and the names of buttons or

messages displayed on a computer monitor appear in bold.

•In this manual, images are sometimes omitted from monitor display samples so that

monitor indicators can be more clearly shown.

•Illustrations and monitor content shown in this manual may differ from the actual product.

Icon Description

BThis icon indicates cautions and information that should be read before using

the camera.

CThis icon indicates notes and information that should be read before using the

camera.

A/E/FThese icons indicate other pages containing relevant information;

E: “Reference Section”, F: “Technical Notes and Index.”

Introduction

Information and Precautions

Life-Long Learning

As part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product support and education,

continually updated information is available online at the following sites:

•For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/

•For users in Europe and Africa: http://www.europe-nikon.com/support/

•For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http://www.nikon-asia.com/

Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest product information, tips, answers to frequently

asked questions (FAQs), and general advice on digital imaging and photography. Additional

information may be available from the Nikon representative in your area. Visit the site below for

contact information:

http://imaging.nikon.com/

Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories

Nikon COOLPIX cameras are designed to the highest standards and include complex electronic

circuitry. Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including battery chargers, batteries, and AC

adapters) certified by Nikon specifically for use with this Nikon digital camera are engineered and

proven to operate within the operational and safety requirements of this electronic circuitry.

THE USE OF NON-NIKON ELECTRONIC ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE THE CAMERA AND MAY

VOID YOUR NIKON WARRANTY.

For more information about Nikon brand accessories, contact a local authorized Nikon dealer.

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Introduction

Before Taking Important Pictures

Before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at weddings or before taking the camera on

a trip), take a test shot to ensure that the camera is functioning normally. Nikon will not be held liable

for damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction.

About the Manuals

•No part of the manuals included with this product may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed,

stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by any means, without

Nikon’s prior written permission.

•Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in

these manuals at any time and without prior notice.

•Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product.

•While every effort was made to ensure that the information in these manuals is accurate and

complete, we would appreciate it were you to bring any errors or omissions to the attention of the

Nikon representative in your area (address provided separately).

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Introduction

Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction

Note that simply being in possession of material that was digitally copied or reproduced by means

of a scanner, digital camera or other device may be punishable by law.

•Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced

Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, securities, government bonds or local government

bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are stamped “Sample.” The copying or reproduction of

paper money, coins, or securities which are circulated in a foreign country is prohibited. Unless the

prior permission of the government was obtained, the copying or reproduction of unused postage

stamps or post cards issued by the government is prohibited.

The copying or reproduction of stamps issued by the government and of certified documents

stipulated by law is prohibited.

•Cautions on certain copies and reproductions

The government has issued cautions on copies or reproductions of securities issued by private

companies (shares, bills, checks, gift certificates, etc.), commuter passes, or coupon tickets, except

when a minimum of necessary copies are to be provided for business use by a company. Also, do

not copy or reproduce passports issued by the government, licenses issued by public agencies and

private groups, ID cards and tickets, such as passes and meal coupons.

•Comply with copyright notices

The copying or reproduction of copyrighted creative works such as books, music, paintings,

woodcut prints, maps, drawings, movies, and photographs is governed by national and international

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