F6 Instruction Manual
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Setting Metering System and Exposure Mode 26-27 7. Rewinding the Film 32-33 Setting Language and Date/Time 34-36 Detailed Operation 37-86 Lens Compatibility 36-... AF functions (Continuous Servo AF: AF-C 56-57 Focus lock 58-59 Situations Where Autofocus May Not Work As Expected 60 Manual Focus...61 Exposure Metering System 62-63 Shooting in Viewfinder and Releasing the Shutter 30-31 9. Holding the Camera and Focusing 28-29 8. Confirming Indications in Each Exposure Mode...
Setting Metering System and Exposure Mode 26-27 7. Rewinding the Film 32-33 Setting Language and Date/Time 34-36 Detailed Operation 37-86 Lens Compatibility 36-... AF functions (Continuous Servo AF: AF-C 56-57 Focus lock 58-59 Situations Where Autofocus May Not Work As Expected 60 Manual Focus...61 Exposure Metering System 62-63 Shooting in Viewfinder and Releasing the Shutter 30-31 9. Holding the Camera and Focusing 28-29 8. Confirming Indications in Each Exposure Mode...
F6 Instruction Manual
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...speed, aperture or lens' focal length can be sure to read this manual handy. When used with an optional Nikon Speedlight that you for purchasing the Nikon F6. and Canada. 4 Attaching strap Main features of various functions/modes, and two Command Dials and a multi-...; Nikon's exclusive new 11-area autofocus sensor (Multi-CAM2000) system, including 9 cross-type sensors, achieves superior performance in continuous high-speed shooting and enables sharp focus even on erratically moving subjects. • Exclusive 3D Color Matrix Metering with the optional Data Reader MV-1). Get ...
...speed, aperture or lens' focal length can be sure to read this manual handy. When used with an optional Nikon Speedlight that you for purchasing the Nikon F6. and Canada. 4 Attaching strap Main features of various functions/modes, and two Command Dials and a multi-...; Nikon's exclusive new 11-area autofocus sensor (Multi-CAM2000) system, including 9 cross-type sensors, achieves superior performance in continuous high-speed shooting and enables sharp focus even on erratically moving subjects. • Exclusive 3D Color Matrix Metering with the optional Data Reader MV-1). Get ...
F6 Instruction Manual
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24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 1 Metering system selector lock release x 26, 62 2 Diopter adjustment knob..........x 81 3 Metering system selector....x 26, 62 4 Top LCD panel x 8 5 Exposure mode button ..x 26, 64-71 6 Camera strap eyelet 7 Exposure compensation button x 74 8 Shutter release button x 18 9 Power ...
24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 1 Metering system selector lock release x 26, 62 2 Diopter adjustment knob..........x 81 3 Metering system selector....x 26, 62 4 Top LCD panel x 8 5 Exposure mode button ..x 26, 64-71 6 Camera strap eyelet 7 Exposure compensation button x 74 8 Shutter release button x 18 9 Power ...
F6 Instruction Manual
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... 5 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 1 12mm-dia. reference circle for Center-Weighted Metering area x 63 2 Focus area (focus brackets) .......x 50 Spot Metering area x 63 3 Electronic analog exposure display x 71 Exposure compensation value...x 74 Auto Exposure Bracketing status x 75 4 ... x 74 5 Auto Exposure Bracketing.........x 75 6 Auto Exposure Lock x 72 7 Shutter speed lock x 67 8 Aperture lock x 69 9 Focus indicators x 28, 29 !p Metering system x 26, 62 !q FV lock x 152 !w Exposure mode x 26, 64-71 !e Sync speed x 104 !r Shutter speed x 66, 70, 80 !t Aperture stop...
... 5 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 1 12mm-dia. reference circle for Center-Weighted Metering area x 63 2 Focus area (focus brackets) .......x 50 Spot Metering area x 63 3 Electronic analog exposure display x 71 Exposure compensation value...x 74 Auto Exposure Bracketing status x 75 4 ... x 74 5 Auto Exposure Bracketing.........x 75 6 Auto Exposure Lock x 72 7 Shutter speed lock x 67 8 Aperture lock x 69 9 Focus indicators x 28, 29 !p Metering system x 26, 62 !q FV lock x 152 !w Exposure mode x 26, 64-71 !e Sync speed x 104 !r Shutter speed x 66, 70, 80 !t Aperture stop...
F6 Instruction Manual
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...; Use the multi-selector to select focus area (x 50), operate menu (x 88), or display shooting data (x 122). • When "Activate meter" is selected in the same horizontal or vertical direction. With this option, the focus area can be switched to the opposite position without pressing the... f1: Your selected focus area can be set to change continuously in Custom Setting "f2: Multi selector", exposure meter can also activate menu operation with the multi-selector (when exposure meter is pressed (x 107). *3 CSM f4: You can be highlighted when the center of the multi-selector is pressed...
...; Use the multi-selector to select focus area (x 50), operate menu (x 88), or display shooting data (x 122). • When "Activate meter" is selected in the same horizontal or vertical direction. With this option, the focus area can be switched to the opposite position without pressing the... f1: Your selected focus area can be set to change continuously in Custom Setting "f2: Multi selector", exposure meter can also activate menu operation with the multi-selector (when exposure meter is pressed (x 107). *3 CSM f4: You can be highlighted when the center of the multi-selector is pressed...
F6 Instruction Manual
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Basic Operation Basic Operation Shooting modes/functions explained in this section are as follows: Lens attached Film speed Film advance mode Focus mode AF area mode Exposure metering Exposure mode Custom Setting G/D-type AF Nikkor x 20 s x 23 S (Single frame) x 22 S (Single Servo AF) x 24 g (Single Area AF) x 24 " (3D Color Matrix Metering) x 26 ¡ (Programmed Auto) x 26 Initial (default) settings x 90 15
Basic Operation Basic Operation Shooting modes/functions explained in this section are as follows: Lens attached Film speed Film advance mode Focus mode AF area mode Exposure metering Exposure mode Custom Setting G/D-type AF Nikkor x 20 s x 23 S (Single frame) x 22 S (Single Servo AF) x 24 g (Single Area AF) x 24 " (3D Color Matrix Metering) x 26 ¡ (Programmed Auto) x 26 Initial (default) settings x 90 15
F6 Instruction Manual
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... is off occurs (x 100). 18 Top LCD panel Viewfinder • Shutter release button operation and exposure meter • Some indicators in the rear LCD panel when exposure meter is performed (exposure meter off ) - Film speed: s - If any other indication appears, see table on the next page... (no setting - Flash sync mode: Front-Curtain Sync CSM c4: It is sufficient. To reactivate the indicators (exposure meter on), lightly press the shutter release button. • "F6 Nikon" is turned on and no setting (all indicators in the top LCD panel and viewfinder. 1 Turn the power switch ...
... is off occurs (x 100). 18 Top LCD panel Viewfinder • Shutter release button operation and exposure meter • Some indicators in the rear LCD panel when exposure meter is performed (exposure meter off ) - Film speed: s - If any other indication appears, see table on the next page... (no setting - Flash sync mode: Front-Curtain Sync CSM c4: It is sufficient. To reactivate the indicators (exposure meter on), lightly press the shutter release button. • "F6 Nikon" is turned on and no setting (all indicators in the top LCD panel and viewfinder. 1 Turn the power switch ...
F6 Instruction Manual
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... rear LCD panel displays. Basic Operation Indications and battery status Battery indications and corresponding battery power status are as follows: Top LCD panel Viewfinder (Camera's meter on the battery brand and temperatures. Replace batteries. (Shutter locks and rear LCD panel turns off (with batteries installed), only the frame counter is turned...
... rear LCD panel displays. Basic Operation Indications and battery status Battery indications and corresponding battery power status are as follows: Top LCD panel Viewfinder (Camera's meter on the battery brand and temperatures. Replace batteries. (Shutter locks and rear LCD panel turns off (with batteries installed), only the frame counter is turned...
F6 Instruction Manual
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..., by specifying the focal length and maximum aperture using "specifying lens data" (x 144), functions available with a CPU lens, such as aperture indication or Color Matrix Metering, can be used . Non-CPU Nikkor lens With a non-CPU Nikkor lens attached, the aperture indication shows the number of EV steps from the maximum...
..., by specifying the focal length and maximum aperture using "specifying lens data" (x 144), functions available with a CPU lens, such as aperture indication or Color Matrix Metering, can be used . Non-CPU Nikkor lens With a non-CPU Nikkor lens attached, the aperture indication shows the number of EV steps from the maximum...
F6 Instruction Manual
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... exposure mode to ¡ (Programmed Auto). 1 Set the metering system selector to " (Matrix Metering) while pressing the metering system selector lock release. • The Matrix Metering indication q appears in the viewfinder. • Exposure data from the 1,005-pixel RGB sensor, as well as scene brightness...contrast, subject distance (Distance Information) and the scene's colors are accounted for in order to provide an accurate exposure in 3D Color Matrix Metering (x 62). 2 Rotate the Main-Command Dial while pressing the exposure mode button to set the exposure mode to ¡ (Programmed Auto...
... exposure mode to ¡ (Programmed Auto). 1 Set the metering system selector to " (Matrix Metering) while pressing the metering system selector lock release. • The Matrix Metering indication q appears in the viewfinder. • Exposure data from the 1,005-pixel RGB sensor, as well as scene brightness...contrast, subject distance (Distance Information) and the scene's colors are accounted for in order to provide an accurate exposure in 3D Color Matrix Metering (x 62). 2 Rotate the Main-Command Dial while pressing the exposure mode button to set the exposure mode to ¡ (Programmed Auto...
F6 Instruction Manual
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...sensitivity is concentrated in one of shutter speed and aperture for correct exposure, measuring subject brightness is very important. With Center-Weighted Metering (x 63), brightness is detected using a slower speed. The correct combination of the viewfinder. Long Time Exposure (Bulb) can... whether near or distant subjects are set the desired aperture, and the camera selects the correct shutter speed. The F6 provides three metering systems. With Matrix Metering (x 62), brightness data is detected in the central area of shutter speed and aperture results in sharp focus, ...
...sensitivity is concentrated in one of shutter speed and aperture for correct exposure, measuring subject brightness is very important. With Center-Weighted Metering (x 63), brightness is detected using a slower speed. The correct combination of the viewfinder. Long Time Exposure (Bulb) can... whether near or distant subjects are set the desired aperture, and the camera selects the correct shutter speed. The F6 provides three metering systems. With Matrix Metering (x 62), brightness data is detected in the central area of shutter speed and aperture results in sharp focus, ...
F6 Instruction Manual
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.... 1 Film starts to rewind automatically after the last shot is taken. • o--, o-, and then o is displayed in the rear LCD panel disappear when the exposure meter is off.) Make sure the film is completely rewound (E is blinking or "REWIND COMPLETED" is displayed), then open the camera back by lifting the film...
.... 1 Film starts to rewind automatically after the last shot is taken. • o--, o-, and then o is displayed in the rear LCD panel disappear when the exposure meter is off.) Make sure the film is completely rewound (E is blinking or "REWIND COMPLETED" is displayed), then open the camera back by lifting the film...
F6 Instruction Manual
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...R RRRR - D or G-type AF lenses provide access to all available functions. • CPU Nikkor Mode Lens/accessories Focus mode Exposure mode Metering system Manual with this case, focus manually using an aperture other than the maximum aperture. *4 When lens is not shifted or tilted. *5 ... coincide with AF-S and AF-I Nikkor, except for R*7 R*7 F3AF) AI-P Nikkor - R*8 R RRRR R - Lens Compatibility Use of a Nikon CPU lens (except IX-Nikkor/DX-Nikkor) is recommended with Autofocus electronic Manual ¡ rangefinder ™ £ ¢ Matrix 3D Color Color...
...R RRRR - D or G-type AF lenses provide access to all available functions. • CPU Nikkor Mode Lens/accessories Focus mode Exposure mode Metering system Manual with this case, focus manually using an aperture other than the maximum aperture. *4 When lens is not shifted or tilted. *5 ... coincide with AF-S and AF-I Nikkor, except for R*7 R*7 F3AF) AI-P Nikkor - R*8 R RRRR R - Lens Compatibility Use of a Nikon CPU lens (except IX-Nikkor/DX-Nikkor) is recommended with Autofocus electronic Manual ¡ rangefinder ™ £ ¢ Matrix 3D Color Color...
F6 Instruction Manual
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... this case. *2 Exposure is determined by pre-setting lens aperture. Detailed Operation • Non-CPU Nikkor Mode Lens/accessories Focus mode Exposure mode Metering system Manual with AI-S, AI or Series-E lens. R - - Exposure is locked to "+0.5" in the Custom Setting (x 98). *9 With ...f/3.5 or faster in the Custom Setting (x 98). *14 With maximum aperture of -field preview button.) (x 83) *7 By stop-down metering. *8 By stop -down metering. Exposure is necessary with the "b6: Screen comp." R - - Exposure must be determined before shifting. *12 By stop -down aperture ...
... this case. *2 Exposure is determined by pre-setting lens aperture. Detailed Operation • Non-CPU Nikkor Mode Lens/accessories Focus mode Exposure mode Metering system Manual with AI-S, AI or Series-E lens. R - - Exposure is locked to "+0.5" in the Custom Setting (x 98). *9 With ...f/3.5 or faster in the Custom Setting (x 98). *14 With maximum aperture of -field preview button.) (x 83) *7 By stop-down metering. *8 By stop -down metering. Exposure is necessary with the "b6: Screen comp." R - - Exposure must be determined before shifting. *12 By stop -down aperture ...
F6 Instruction Manual
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...Adapter Cord MC-25) is automatically set to Aperture-Priority Auto. (£ appears in the viewfinder.) • With AI Nikkor lens, Color Matrix Metering can be displayed when the maximum aperture is attempted): Fisheye 6mm f/5.6, Fisheye 7.5mm f/5.6, Fisheye 8mm f/8, OP 10mm f/5.6, old type 21mm f/4, old...TC-16 Teleconverter for F3AF, K2 Ring, Repro-copy Outfit PF-4 Lenses that cannot be attached to the F6 The following Nikkor lenses/accessories cannot be attached to the F6 (damage may occur if attachment is set by "specifying lens data". Lens Compatibility-continued • Using a...
...Adapter Cord MC-25) is automatically set to Aperture-Priority Auto. (£ appears in the viewfinder.) • With AI Nikkor lens, Color Matrix Metering can be displayed when the maximum aperture is attempted): Fisheye 6mm f/5.6, Fisheye 7.5mm f/5.6, Fisheye 8mm f/8, OP 10mm f/5.6, old type 21mm f/4, old...TC-16 Teleconverter for F3AF, K2 Ring, Repro-copy Outfit PF-4 Lenses that cannot be attached to the F6 The following Nikkor lenses/accessories cannot be attached to the F6 (damage may occur if attachment is set by "specifying lens data". Lens Compatibility-continued • Using a...
F6 Instruction Manual
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...Using a non-AI lens To attach a Nikon lens that the mounting indexes on the meter coupling shoe (AF Nikkor lens [except for F3AF], Series-E and Nikkor 50mm f/1.8 do not have a meter coupling shoe). AI lens and non-AI lens Meter coupling shoe Meter coupling ridge • AI lenses have an ...AI coupling mechanism (lenses made before 1977), the F6's meter coupling ...
...Using a non-AI lens To attach a Nikon lens that the mounting indexes on the meter coupling shoe (AF Nikkor lens [except for F3AF], Series-E and Nikkor 50mm f/1.8 do not have a meter coupling shoe). AI lens and non-AI lens Meter coupling shoe Meter coupling ridge • AI lenses have an ...AI coupling mechanism (lenses made before 1977), the F6's meter coupling ...
F6 Instruction Manual
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Lens Compatibility-continued Nikkor lenses that can be attached after camera body modification The following Nikkor lenses can be attached after modification of the camera's meter coupling lever: • Non-AI lens • Lenses with Focusing Unit AU-1 (400mm f/4.5, 600mm f/5.6, 800mm f/8 and 1200mm f/11) • PC 28mm f/4 (Factory Serial No. 180900 ...
Lens Compatibility-continued Nikkor lenses that can be attached after camera body modification The following Nikkor lenses can be attached after modification of the camera's meter coupling lever: • Non-AI lens • Lenses with Focusing Unit AU-1 (400mm f/4.5, 600mm f/5.6, 800mm f/8 and 1200mm f/11) • PC 28mm f/4 (Factory Serial No. 180900 ...
F6 Instruction Manual
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... knob in up position. blinks in the top LCD panel, and viewfinder indication and "REWIND COMPLETED" disappear from the rear LCD panel when the exposure meter is off.) Open the camera back and remove the film cartridge. Or, rewind film manually using the film rewind crank (x 47). CSM d3: Film can...
... knob in up position. blinks in the top LCD panel, and viewfinder indication and "REWIND COMPLETED" disappear from the rear LCD panel when the exposure meter is off.) Open the camera back and remove the film cartridge. Or, rewind film manually using the film rewind crank (x 47). CSM d3: Film can...
F6 Instruction Manual
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... one frame without blinking in the top LCD panel, and viewfinder indication and "REWIND COMPLETED" display in the rear LCD panel disappear when the exposure meter is rewound completely back into the cartridge. Film rewind R1 button • If you accidentally press the R1 button during shooting, press the shutter release...
... one frame without blinking in the top LCD panel, and viewfinder indication and "REWIND COMPLETED" display in the rear LCD panel disappear when the exposure meter is rewound completely back into the cartridge. Film rewind R1 button • If you accidentally press the R1 button during shooting, press the shutter release...
F6 Instruction Manual
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... most Nikkor lenses (including AF Nikkors when operated manually) having a maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster. • Lightly press the shutter release button and while the meter remains on the clear matte field in the viewfinder. • The shutter can be activated with any of the subject. The focus can be set...
... most Nikkor lenses (including AF Nikkors when operated manually) having a maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster. • Lightly press the shutter release button and while the meter remains on the clear matte field in the viewfinder. • The shutter can be activated with any of the subject. The focus can be set...