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... by function or menu name. 0 vi-x i The Q&A Index ➜ 0 ii-v Know what you want to do but don't know the function name? Help Use the camera's on-board help feature for details. Find it from : i The Table of "watch and learn" manuals in movie form, is displayed in "For Your Safety..., read the safety instructions in the viewfinder or monitor, find the solution here. Find the solution here. 0 179-182 A For Your Safety Before using the camera for from the "question and answer" index. i Troubleshooting ➜...
... by function or menu name. 0 vi-x i The Q&A Index ➜ 0 ii-v Know what you want to do but don't know the function name? Help Use the camera's on-board help feature for details. Find it from : i The Table of "watch and learn" manuals in movie form, is displayed in "For Your Safety..., read the safety instructions in the viewfinder or monitor, find the solution here. Find the solution here. 0 179-182 A For Your Safety Before using the camera for from the "question and answer" index. i Troubleshooting ➜...
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... ii How do these icons mean? How much charge does the battery have left? How do I take with this "question and answer" index. ❚❚ Camera Displays Question What do I display a framing grid in another language? Key phrase 0 The information display 6 The viewfinder 5 Number of exposures remaining 26 Battery level 25...
... ii How do these icons mean? How much charge does the battery have left? How do I take with this "question and answer" index. ❚❚ Camera Displays Question What do I display a framing grid in another language? Key phrase 0 The information display 6 The viewfinder 5 Number of exposures remaining 26 Battery level 25...
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...I take pictures with a small file size for e-mail? Can I use the GUIDE position on a subject that is exposure? How do I choose how the camera focuses? How do I focus on the mode dial? How do I blur the background to fire automatically when needed? Can I use the optional remote control? ...59-60 Red-eye reduction 59-60 Auto (flash off ) mode 27 Flash off the light on the memory card? How do I keep the camera from firing? How do I keep the flash from beeping? How do I take pictures for printing at large sizes? How do I make photos ...
...I take pictures with a small file size for e-mail? Can I use the GUIDE position on a subject that is exposure? How do I choose how the camera focuses? How do I focus on the mode dial? How do I blur the background to fire automatically when needed? Can I use the optional remote control? ...59-60 Red-eye reduction 59-60 Auto (flash off ) mode 27 Flash off the light on the memory card? How do I keep the camera from firing? How do I keep the flash from beeping? How do I take pictures for printing at large sizes? How do I make photos ...
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... (NEF) photos? ❚❚ Viewing, Retouching, and Printing Photographs Question How do I view photographs on photos during playback? How do I view photos in on the camera? Can I overlay two NEF (RAW) photos to a computer? Can I delete unwanted photos? Can I protect photos from my photos? Can I view photos on my photos? Can...
... (NEF) photos? ❚❚ Viewing, Retouching, and Printing Photographs Question How do I view photographs on photos during playback? How do I view photos in on the camera? Can I overlay two NEF (RAW) photos to a computer? Can I delete unwanted photos? Can I protect photos from my photos? Can I view photos on my photos? Can...
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...sequence 133 Recent settings 155 ❚❚ Miscellaneous Question What do I set the camera clock? What optional flash units (Speedlights) can I use ? What other accessories are available for my camera? How do I clean the camera? How do I restore default settings? How do I insert a new memory card... 157 Optional flash units 162 Accessories 166 Cleaning 169 Servicing 169 v What lenses can I use ? What software is available for my camera? How do I reset file numbering to for a menu or message? How do I keep the file number from being reset when ...
...sequence 133 Recent settings 155 ❚❚ Miscellaneous Question What do I set the camera clock? What optional flash units (Speedlights) can I use ? What other accessories are available for my camera? How do I clean the camera? How do I restore default settings? How do I insert a new memory card... 157 Optional flash units 162 Accessories 166 Cleaning 169 Servicing 169 v What lenses can I use ? What software is available for my camera? How do I reset file numbering to for a menu or message? How do I keep the file number from being reset when ...
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...Your Safety ...xi Notices...xiii Introduction 1 Overview...1 Getting to Know the Camera 2 The Camera Body ...2 The Mode Dial...4 The Viewfinder...5 The Information Display...6 The Command Dial ...8 The Power Switch...10 Camera Menus...11 Using Camera Menus ...12 First Steps ...14 Charge the Battery ...14 Insert the ...Memory Card ...21 Adjust Viewfinder Focus ...23 Basic Photography and Playback 25 "Point-and-Shoot" Photography (i and j Modes 25 Step 1: Turn the Camera On 25 Step 2: Select i or j Mode 27 Step 3: Frame the Photograph 27 Step 4: Focus ...28 Step 5: Shoot ...29 Creative ...
...Your Safety ...xi Notices...xiii Introduction 1 Overview...1 Getting to Know the Camera 2 The Camera Body ...2 The Mode Dial...4 The Viewfinder...5 The Information Display...6 The Command Dial ...8 The Power Switch...10 Camera Menus...11 Using Camera Menus ...12 First Steps ...14 Charge the Battery ...14 Insert the ...Memory Card ...21 Adjust Viewfinder Focus ...23 Basic Photography and Playback 25 "Point-and-Shoot" Photography (i and j Modes 25 Step 1: Turn the Camera On 25 Step 2: Select i or j Mode 27 Step 3: Frame the Photograph 27 Step 4: Focus ...28 Step 5: Shoot ...29 Creative ...
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... 35 The Guide Menu...35 Shoot: Taking Pictures in Guide Mode 37 View/Delete: Viewing and Deleting Pictures in Guide Mode 39 Set up: Changing Camera Settings in Guide Mode 40 More on Photography (All Modes) 41 Focus ...41 Focus Mode...41 AF-Area Mode ...44 Focus Point Selection ...46 Focus...
... 35 The Guide Menu...35 Shoot: Taking Pictures in Guide Mode 37 View/Delete: Viewing and Deleting Pictures in Guide Mode 39 Set up: Changing Camera Settings in Guide Mode 40 More on Photography (All Modes) 41 Focus ...41 Focus Mode...41 AF-Area Mode ...44 Focus Point Selection ...46 Focus...
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... Full-Frame, Thumbnail, and Calendar Playback 101 The Playback Menu...102 Slide Shows...104 Connections 105 Connecting to a Computer 105 Before Connecting the Camera 105 Connecting the Camera ...106 Printing Photographs...107 Connecting the Printer...107 Printing Pictures One at a Time 108 Printing Multiple Pictures 110 Creating Index Prints...113 Creating a DPOF...
... Full-Frame, Thumbnail, and Calendar Playback 101 The Playback Menu...102 Slide Shows...104 Connections 105 Connecting to a Computer 105 Before Connecting the Camera 105 Connecting the Camera ...106 Printing Photographs...107 Connecting the Printer...107 Printing Pictures One at a Time 108 Printing Multiple Pictures 110 Creating Index Prints...113 Creating a DPOF...
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B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup 124 Reset Setup Options...125 LCD Brightness ...125 Info Display Format ...125 Auto Info Display ...127 Video Mode ...127 Time Zone and Date...127 ...
B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup 124 Reset Setup Options...125 LCD Brightness ...125 Info Display Format ...125 Auto Info Display ...127 Video Mode ...127 Time Zone and Date...127 ...
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Optional Flash Units (Speedlights 162 The Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS 162 Other Accessories...166 Approved Memory Cards 167 Attaching a Power Connector and AC Adapter 168 Caring for the Camera...169 Storage ...169 Cleaning ...169 The Low-Pass Filter ...170 Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions 174 Available Settings...176 Memory Card Capacity ...177 Exposure Program...178 Troubleshooting ...179 Display ...179 Shooting (All Modes)...180 Shooting (P, S, A, M) ...181 Playback ...182 Miscellaneous ...182 Error Messages...183 Specifications...186 Battery Life ...193 Index...194 x
Optional Flash Units (Speedlights 162 The Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS 162 Other Accessories...166 Approved Memory Cards 167 Attaching a Power Connector and AC Adapter 168 Caring for the Camera...169 Storage ...169 Cleaning ...169 The Low-Pass Filter ...170 Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions 174 Available Settings...176 Memory Card Capacity ...177 Exposure Program...178 Troubleshooting ...179 Display ...179 Shooting (All Modes)...180 Shooting (P, S, A, M) ...181 Playback ...182 Miscellaneous ...182 Error Messages...183 Specifications...186 Battery Life ...193 Index...194 x
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... smell coming from the equipment or AC adapter (available separately), unplug the AC adapter and remove the battery immediately, taking care to a Nikon-authorized service center for inspection. A Turn off immediately in the event of the frame when shooting backlit subjects. After removing the battery,... take the product to avoid burns. Keep these safety instructions where all warnings before using the flash • Using the camera with your eye accidentally. A Keep out of reach of a fall or other accident, remove the battery and/or AC adapter and then ...
... smell coming from the equipment or AC adapter (available separately), unplug the AC adapter and remove the battery immediately, taking care to a Nikon-authorized service center for inspection. A Turn off immediately in the event of the frame when shooting backlit subjects. After removing the battery,... take the product to avoid burns. Keep these safety instructions where all warnings before using the flash • Using the camera with your eye accidentally. A Keep out of reach of a fall or other accident, remove the battery and/or AC adapter and then ...
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... this precaution could result in fire or electric shock. • Dust on audio CD equipment. xii Before removing the battery turn the camera off before replacing the battery. A Use appropriate cables When connecting cables to maintain compliance with a dry cloth. If you notice any ...hands. A Observe proper precautions when handling batteries Batteries may be damaged and the wires become exposed, take the power cable to a Nikon-authorized service representative for the purpose to the input and output jacks, use could result in electric shock. • Do not damage...
... this precaution could result in fire or electric shock. • Dust on audio CD equipment. xii Before removing the battery turn the camera off before replacing the battery. A Use appropriate cables When connecting cables to maintain compliance with a dry cloth. If you notice any ...hands. A Observe proper precautions when handling batteries Batteries may be damaged and the wires become exposed, take the power cable to a Nikon-authorized service representative for the purpose to the input and output jacks, use could result in electric shock. • Do not damage...
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...party rechargeable Li-ion batteries not bearing the Nikon holographic seal shown at right could damage the camera and may void your Nikon warranty. The use of non-Nikon electronic accessories could interfere with this Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven to the highest standards...pictures of empty sky). The following apply only to avoid injury when physically destroying data storage devices. Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories Nikon cameras are designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point. Deleted files can sometimes be taken to users in...
...party rechargeable Li-ion batteries not bearing the Nikon holographic seal shown at right could damage the camera and may void your Nikon warranty. The use of non-Nikon electronic accessories could interfere with this Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven to the highest standards...pictures of empty sky). The following apply only to avoid injury when physically destroying data storage devices. Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories Nikon cameras are designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point. Deleted files can sometimes be taken to users in...
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... stipulated by law is prohibited. Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction Note that has been 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 in a foreign country is prohibited. • Cautions on certain copies...
... stipulated by law is prohibited. Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction Note that has been 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 in a foreign country is prohibited. • Cautions on certain copies...
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...from product malfunction. Additional information may result from the Nikon representative in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http://www.nikon-asia.com/ Visit these sites to keep up-to...8226; For users in Europe and Africa: http://www.europe-nikon.com/support/ • For users in your area. A Life-Long Learning As part of Nikon's "Life-Long Learning" commitment to frequently-asked questions (FAQs),...profits that may be held liable for contact information: http://imaging.nikon.com/ xvi A Before Taking Important Pictures Before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at ...
...from product malfunction. Additional information may result from the Nikon representative in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http://www.nikon-asia.com/ Visit these sites to keep up-to...8226; For users in Europe and Africa: http://www.europe-nikon.com/support/ • For users in your area. A Life-Long Learning As part of Nikon's "Life-Long Learning" commitment to frequently-asked questions (FAQs),...profits that may be held liable for contact information: http://imaging.nikon.com/ xvi A Before Taking Important Pictures Before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at ...
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...Nikon Brand Accessories Only Nikon brand accessories certified by Nikon specifically for your purchase of a Nikon single-lens reflex (SLR) digital camera. D Servicing the Camera and Accessories The camera is used professionally. Any accessories regularly used with your Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven to the camera. A Camera... requirements. To get the most from your camera, please be included when the camera is inspected or serviced. THE USE OF NON-NIKON ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE YOUR CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR NIKON WARRANTY. A This icon marks notes; XIntroduction...
...Nikon Brand Accessories Only Nikon brand accessories certified by Nikon specifically for your purchase of a Nikon single-lens reflex (SLR) digital camera. D Servicing the Camera and Accessories The camera is used professionally. Any accessories regularly used with your Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven to the camera. A Camera... requirements. To get the most from your camera, please be included when the camera is inspected or serviced. THE USE OF NON-NIKON ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE YOUR CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR NIKON WARRANTY. A This icon marks notes; XIntroduction...
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...1A body cap 10 CPU contacts 11 Built-in flash 58 12 M (flash mode) button ......... 58 Y (flash compensation) button 79 13 Eyelet for camera strap 14 Connector cover 15 E (self-timer) button 57 Fn (function) button ...........134 16 Mounting index 16 17 Lens release button 17 18 Mirror ...22 VIDEO-OUT connector........116 23 Reset switch 179 24 USB connector Connecting to a computer 106 Connecting to familiarize yourself with camera controls and displays. Getting to Know the Camera Take a few moments to a printer ..107 2 You may find it helpful to bookmark this section and refer to ...
...1A body cap 10 CPU contacts 11 Built-in flash 58 12 M (flash mode) button ......... 58 Y (flash compensation) button 79 13 Eyelet for camera strap 14 Connector cover 15 E (self-timer) button 57 Fn (function) button ...........134 16 Mounting index 16 17 Lens release button 17 18 Mirror ...22 VIDEO-OUT connector........116 23 Reset switch 179 24 USB connector Connecting to a computer 106 Connecting to familiarize yourself with camera controls and displays. Getting to Know the Camera Take a few moments to a printer ..107 2 You may find it helpful to bookmark this section and refer to ...
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The Camera Body (Continued) 2 1 9 10 11 3 12 13 X 4 14 5 15 6 16 17 7 18 8 1 Viewfinder eyepiece 23 2 DK-20 rubber eyecup 3 Monitor Viewing settings 6 Viewing pictures 32 Full-...
The Camera Body (Continued) 2 1 9 10 11 3 12 13 X 4 14 5 15 6 16 17 7 18 8 1 Viewfinder eyepiece 23 2 DK-20 rubber eyecup 3 Monitor Viewing settings 6 Viewing pictures 32 Full-...
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... portraits of an on-screen guide. ❚❚ P, S, A, and M Modes Select these modes for first-time users of digital cameras. i Auto (0 25): Camera adjusts settings automatically to produce optimal results with back- increase depth-of flowers, insects, and other settings. j Auto (flash off) (0... and background into focus. Recommended for simple, point-andshoot photography. m Sports (0 31): Freeze motion for full control over camera settings. speeds to freeze action, M-Manual (0 71): Match slow shutter speeds to shutter speed and aperture suggest motion by blurring...
... portraits of an on-screen guide. ❚❚ P, S, A, and M Modes Select these modes for first-time users of digital cameras. i Auto (0 25): Camera adjusts settings automatically to produce optimal results with back- increase depth-of flowers, insects, and other settings. j Auto (flash off) (0... and background into focus. Recommended for simple, point-andshoot photography. m Sports (0 31): Freeze motion for full control over camera settings. speeds to freeze action, M-Manual (0 71): Match slow shutter speeds to shutter speed and aperture suggest motion by blurring...
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... orientation R button Camera rotated 90° to shoot in the monitor when the R button is displayed in tall (portrait) orientation 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 1 29 ...
... orientation R button Camera rotated 90° to shoot in the monitor when the R button is displayed in tall (portrait) orientation 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 1 29 ...