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... time-exposures 86-87 Active D-Lighting 94-95 Interval timer shooting 76-77 Viewfinder focus 25 Beep 158 iii Key phrase Auto modes Scene modes Live view Recording movies 0 28-32 33-38 41-47 45 50-51 Image quality and size 62-64 Focus mode Focus point 3D-tracking Focus lock Auto flash Red-eye reduction Auto (flash off ) mode Flash off the light on the memory card? What is not in quick succession? How do I focus the viewfinder? How do I quickly adjust settings...
... time-exposures 86-87 Active D-Lighting 94-95 Interval timer shooting 76-77 Viewfinder focus 25 Beep 158 iii Key phrase Auto modes Scene modes Live view Recording movies 0 28-32 33-38 41-47 45 50-51 Image quality and size 62-64 Focus mode Focus point 3D-tracking Focus lock Auto flash Red-eye reduction Auto (flash off ) mode Flash off the light on the memory card? What is not in quick succession? How do I focus the viewfinder? How do I quickly adjust settings...
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... I reset file numbering to for a menu or message? What memory cards can I use the menus? How do I use ? How do I keep the file number from being reset when I restore default settings? What lenses can I use ? How do I insert a new memory card? Who do I set the camera clock? Key phrase 0 Using the menus 13-15 Help 13 Error messages 221 The information display 8, 9 The command dial 10-12 Menus 145-192 Two-button reset 78 Time zone and date...
... I reset file numbering to for a menu or message? What memory cards can I use the menus? How do I use ? How do I keep the file number from being reset when I restore default settings? What lenses can I use ? How do I insert a new memory card? Who do I set the camera clock? Key phrase 0 Using the menus 13-15 Help 13 Error messages 221 The information display 8, 9 The command dial 10-12 Menus 145-192 Two-button reset 78 Time zone and date...
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... right could damage the camera and may void your Nikon warranty. This symbol on the battery indicates that deleting images or formatting memory cards or other data storage devices does not completely erase the original image data. The use with normal operation of third-party rechargeable Li-ion batteries not bearing the Nikon holographic seal shown at an appropriate collection point. Notices for preset manual white balance (0 99). The following...
... right could damage the camera and may void your Nikon warranty. This symbol on the battery indicates that deleting images or formatting memory cards or other data storage devices does not completely erase the original image data. The use with normal operation of third-party rechargeable Li-ion batteries not bearing the Nikon holographic seal shown at an appropriate collection point. Notices for preset manual white balance (0 99). The following...
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... The camera is used professionally. Any accessories regularly used with your Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven to these services). information that default settings are used. 2 A Camera Settings The explanations in this manual assume that should be included when the camera is inspected or serviced. A This icon marks notes; D Use Only Nikon Brand Accessories Only Nikon brand accessories certified by Nikon specifically for use with the camera, such as lenses or optional flash...
... The camera is used professionally. Any accessories regularly used with your Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven to these services). information that default settings are used. 2 A Camera Settings The explanations in this manual assume that should be included when the camera is inspected or serviced. A This icon marks notes; D Use Only Nikon Brand Accessories Only Nikon brand accessories certified by Nikon specifically for use with the camera, such as lenses or optional flash...
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...-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR lens is supported with only AF-S and AF-I lenses, which are equipped with manual priority). Focal length index Focal length scale X Lens cap Mounting index CPU contacts (0 194) Rear lens cap Focus ring (0 60, 229) Zoom ring 1 Turn the camera off. 2 Remove the rear lens cap and the camera body cap. D Autofocus Autofocus is used in the camera's bayonet mount (q). Attach...
...-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR lens is supported with only AF-S and AF-I lenses, which are equipped with manual priority). Focal length index Focal length scale X Lens cap Mounting index CPU contacts (0 194) Rear lens cap Focus ring (0 60, 229) Zoom ring 1 Turn the camera off. 2 Remove the rear lens cap and the camera body cap. D Autofocus Autofocus is used in the camera's bayonet mount (q). Attach...
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... switch to ON. If power to the lens is cut while vibration reduction is on, the lens may be slowed by camera shake even when the camera is panned, allowing shutter speeds to pan the camera smoothly in flash is charging. This does not indicate a malfunction. 19 To remove the lens, press and hold the lens release button (q) while turning the lens clockwise (w). Turn vibration reduction off or remove the lens...
... switch to ON. If power to the lens is cut while vibration reduction is on, the lens may be slowed by camera shake even when the camera is panned, allowing shutter speeds to pan the camera smoothly in flash is charging. This does not indicate a malfunction. 19 To remove the lens, press and hold the lens release button (q) while turning the lens clockwise (w). Turn vibration reduction off or remove the lens...
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... camera off . A Inserting and Removing Memory Cards Always turn the camera off, open the card slot (w). 4.0GB 4.0GB 3 Insert the memory card. Holding the memory card as described on Secure Digital (SD) memory cards (available separately). 1 Turn the camera off before inserting or X removing memory cards. Close the memory card slot cover. D Inserting Memory Cards Inserting memory cards upside down or backwards could damage the camera or the card. The card can then be used in the camera after being used or formatted...
... camera off . A Inserting and Removing Memory Cards Always turn the camera off, open the card slot (w). 4.0GB 4.0GB 3 Insert the memory card. Holding the memory card as described on Secure Digital (SD) memory cards (available separately). 1 Turn the camera off before inserting or X removing memory cards. Close the memory card slot cover. D Inserting Memory Cards Inserting memory cards upside down or backwards could damage the camera or the card. The card can then be used in the camera after being used or formatted...
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... select auto (flash off while leaving the camera in the monitor. Battery exhausted; Power switch 2 Check the battery level. "Point-and-Shoot" Photography (i and j Modes) This section describes how to take photographs with the flash off ) mode. Remove the lens cap and turn on . Information display L K H H (blinks) Viewfinder - - Charge or exchange battery. 28 Battery partially discharged. Check the battery level in which the flash will appear in control of settings are controlled by the camera in...
... select auto (flash off while leaving the camera in the monitor. Battery exhausted; Power switch 2 Check the battery level. "Point-and-Shoot" Photography (i and j Modes) This section describes how to take photographs with the flash off ) mode. Remove the lens cap and turn on . Information display L K H H (blinks) Viewfinder - - Charge or exchange battery. 28 Battery partially discharged. Check the battery level in which the flash will appear in control of settings are controlled by the camera in...
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...-in Flash If additional lighting is not in flash will be taken when the flash-ready indicator (M) is complete. The camera focuses when the shutterrelease button is charging; To save battery power when the flash is required for a few seconds (to release the shutter and record the photograph. If the flash is raised, photographs can only be displayed in the monitor for correct exposure in i mode, the built-in use...
...-in Flash If additional lighting is not in flash will be taken when the flash-ready indicator (M) is complete. The camera focuses when the shutterrelease button is charging; To save battery power when the flash is required for a few seconds (to release the shutter and record the photograph. If the flash is raised, photographs can only be displayed in the monitor for correct exposure in i mode, the built-in use...
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... to an hour. Exposure is metered again when the shutter-release button is removed. Although they will not appear in the monitor 30 s before shooting. D Using Autofocus in Live View Autofocus is panned. When shooting in live view mode, avoid pointing the camera at the start of the camera's internal circuits may rise, resulting in image noise and unusual colors (the camera may be used in the monitor...
... to an hour. Exposure is metered again when the shutter-release button is removed. Although they will not appear in the monitor 30 s before shooting. D Using Autofocus in Live View Autofocus is panned. When shooting in live view mode, avoid pointing the camera at the start of the camera's internal circuits may rise, resulting in image noise and unusual colors (the camera may be used in the monitor...
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... take a still picture in mode A or M. Press J again to end recording (to focus (0 60) during recording). Autofocus is displayed in live view mode. 1 Press the a button. do not cover the microphone on memory card write speed, shooting may end before recording in the mode currently selected with a frame size of the viewfinder. note that movies can not be recorded at default settings, both video and sound are displayed in the monitor. A Maximum Size Each movie file can be locked...
... take a still picture in mode A or M. Press J again to end recording (to focus (0 60) during recording). Autofocus is displayed in live view mode. 1 Press the a button. do not cover the microphone on memory card write speed, shooting may end before recording in the mode currently selected with a frame size of the viewfinder. note that movies can not be recorded at default settings, both video and sound are displayed in the monitor. A Maximum Size Each movie file can be locked...
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... delete Custom Picture Controls from the camera to store user-created custom Picture Controls. The confirmation dialog shown at any one time. to delete the selected t Picture Control, highlight Yes and press J. • Copy to card: Copy a custom Picture Control (C-1 through C-9) from the memory card, highlight Load/Save in compatible cameras and software and then deleted when no longer needed. A Saving Custom Picture Controls Up to 99 custom Picture Controls can be stored on the memory card at right will be used...
... delete Custom Picture Controls from the camera to store user-created custom Picture Controls. The confirmation dialog shown at any one time. to delete the selected t Picture Control, highlight Yes and press J. • Copy to card: Copy a custom Picture Control (C-1 through C-9) from the memory card, highlight Load/Save in compatible cameras and software and then deleted when no longer needed. A Saving Custom Picture Controls Up to 99 custom Picture Controls can be stored on the memory card at right will be used...
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... size 3 to choose page size (to print at right will be displayed. Press J to exit zoom). Press 1 or 3 to choose number of copies Menu shown at default page size for current printer, select Printer default), then press J to select and return to display the highlighted picture full frame. 2 Display printing options. press K to display PictBridge printing options. 3 Adjust printing options. No. Press the X button to previous menu. Q 137 q w Printing Pictures One at a time, press the W button. of copies...
... size 3 to choose page size (to print at right will be displayed. Press J to exit zoom). Press 1 or 3 to choose number of copies Menu shown at default page size for current printer, select Printer default), then press J to select and return to display the highlighted picture full frame. 2 Display printing options. press K to display PictBridge printing options. 3 Adjust printing options. No. Press the X button to previous menu. Q 137 q w Printing Pictures One at a time, press the W button. of copies...
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... increase size of crop using Custom Setting d6 (Date imprint, 0 160), the date will be displayed. Press 1 or 3 to choose Printer default (print using current printer settings), Print with border (print photo with printers that print quality may however be displayed. To crop picture, highlight Crop and press 2. Note that support cropping. To cancel before all copies have been printed, press J. D Date Imprint If you select Print time stamp in the PictBridge menu when printing photographs containing date information recorded using...
... increase size of crop using Custom Setting d6 (Date imprint, 0 160), the date will be displayed. Press 1 or 3 to choose Printer default (print using current printer settings), Print with border (print photo with printers that print quality may however be displayed. To crop picture, highlight Crop and press 2. Note that support cropping. To cancel before all copies have been printed, press J. D Date Imprint If you select Print time stamp in the PictBridge menu when printing photographs containing date information recorded using...
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... of options from the playback, shooting, Custom Settings, setup, and retouch menus. m Recent Settings/O My Menu The camera offers a choice of two custom menus: a recent settings menu consisting of the twenty most recently used , and My Menu, a customized list of the menu in the order they are used settings. w 190 G button ❚❚ Choose Tab: Choosing a Custom Menu Both the recent settings menu and My Menu contain a Choose tab...
... of options from the playback, shooting, Custom Settings, setup, and retouch menus. m Recent Settings/O My Menu The camera offers a choice of two custom menus: a recent settings menu consisting of the twenty most recently used , and My Menu, a customized list of the menu in the order they are used settings. w 190 G button ❚❚ Choose Tab: Choosing a Custom Menu Both the recent settings menu and My Menu contain a Choose tab...
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... or Nikon-authorized service representative. Troubleshooting If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below . Turn the Memory card slot cover camera off timers, 0 157). n 217 Note that battery is out of focus: Adjust viewfinder focus or use optional eyepiece correction lenses (0 25, 202). Data already recorded to avoid burns, and turn the camera on again, or, if Reset button you remove your finger from shutter-release button, confirm...
... or Nikon-authorized service representative. Troubleshooting If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below . Turn the Memory card slot cover camera off timers, 0 157). n 217 Note that battery is out of focus: Adjust viewfinder focus or use optional eyepiece correction lenses (0 25, 202). Data already recorded to avoid burns, and turn the camera on again, or, if Reset button you remove your finger from shutter-release button, confirm...
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...) format. Picture is not displayed on high-definition video device: Confirm that Current is automatically selected after photograph is locked (0 24). Playback Flashing areas, shooting data, or graphs appear on images: Press 1 or 3 to computer: OS not compatible with camera or transfer software. Can not select photo for Playback folder. Can not transfer photos to choose photo information displayed, or change print order: • Memory card is full: delete pictures (0 29). • Memory card is taken (0 146). Create JPEG copy using...
...) format. Picture is not displayed on high-definition video device: Confirm that Current is automatically selected after photograph is locked (0 24). Playback Flashing areas, shooting data, or graphs appear on images: Press 1 or 3 to computer: OS not compatible with camera or transfer software. Can not select photo for Playback folder. Can not transfer photos to choose photo information displayed, or change print order: • Memory card is full: delete pictures (0 29). • Memory card is taken (0 146). Create JPEG copy using...
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... new folder. Delete files or insert 40, new memory card. 126 • Insert new memory card. 22 This card is attached, select mode M. 195 Shutter-release disabled. B Set lens aperture ring to "write" position. 24 • Use approved card. 203 • Format card. Turn camera off immediately. - End cleaning and turn camera on again. Slide Slide lock to "write" position. (blinks) card write-protect switch to minimum aperture (blinks) (largest f-number). 19, 194 Lens not attached. Error Messages This section lists the indicators and error messages that card is...
... new folder. Delete files or insert 40, new memory card. 126 • Insert new memory card. 22 This card is attached, select mode M. 195 Shutter-release disabled. B Set lens aperture ring to "write" position. 24 • Use approved card. 203 • Format card. Turn camera off immediately. - End cleaning and turn camera on again. Slide Slide lock to "write" position. (blinks) card write-protect switch to minimum aperture (blinks) (largest f-number). 19, 194 Lens not attached. Error Messages This section lists the indicators and error messages that card is...
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... in S mode. (blinks) & Change shutter speed or select manual exposure mode. 82, 84 (blinks) Menus and playback not available during interval Interval timer shooting - Contact Nikon-authorized service - The card is in - q • In mode: S Increase shutter speed 82 A Choose a smaller aperture (larger f-number) 83 • Use a higher ISO sensitivity 74 • Use flash 70 Subject is too bright. Eye-Fi upload could not be uploaded. N/s (blinks) bounce position or focus distance is still transmitting data after - n The Eye-Fi card is...
... in S mode. (blinks) & Change shutter speed or select manual exposure mode. 82, 84 (blinks) Menus and playback not available during interval Interval timer shooting - Contact Nikon-authorized service - The card is in - q • In mode: S Increase shutter speed 82 A Choose a smaller aperture (larger f-number) 83 • Use a higher ISO sensitivity 74 • Use flash 70 Subject is too bright. Eye-Fi upload could not be uploaded. N/s (blinks) bounce position or focus distance is still transmitting data after - n The Eye-Fi card is...
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... Cross screen (Filter effects) .......178 Custom Settings 153 Cyanotype 178 D Date and time 20, 169 Date counter 160, 161 Date format 20, 169 Date imprint 160 Daylight saving time............20, 169 DCF version 2.0 150, 230 Default settings 78, 154 Delayed remote (Release mode).... 65, 67 Delete 40, 126 Delete all images 127 Delete current image...........40, 126 Delete selected images 127 Digital Print Order Format........136, 139, 143, 230 Diopter adjustment control ...... 25, 202 Direct sunlight (White balance) 96 Display mode...
... Cross screen (Filter effects) .......178 Custom Settings 153 Cyanotype 178 D Date and time 20, 169 Date counter 160, 161 Date format 20, 169 Date imprint 160 Daylight saving time............20, 169 DCF version 2.0 150, 230 Default settings 78, 154 Delayed remote (Release mode).... 65, 67 Delete 40, 126 Delete all images 127 Delete current image...........40, 126 Delete selected images 127 Digital Print Order Format........136, 139, 143, 230 Diopter adjustment control ...... 25, 202 Direct sunlight (White balance) 96 Display mode...