F6 Instruction Manual
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... Date/Time 34-36 Detailed Operation 37-86 Lens Compatibility 36-42 CPU Nikkor 38 Non-CPU Nikkor 39 Using a non-CPU Nikkor lenses 40 Using a non-AI lenses 41-42 Film ...43-47 Aligning frame counter and number of frame on the film/ Confirming film advance status 43 Setting and confirming...
... Date/Time 34-36 Detailed Operation 37-86 Lens Compatibility 36-42 CPU Nikkor 38 Non-CPU Nikkor 39 Using a non-CPU Nikkor lenses 40 Using a non-AI lenses 41-42 Film ...43-47 Aligning frame counter and number of frame on the film/ Confirming film advance status 43 Setting and confirming...
F6 Instruction Manual
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... functions/modes, and two Command Dials and a multi-selector provide access to more versatile functions. • Various accessory systems including interchangeable lenses. and Canada. 4 Attaching strap Main features of the F6: • Nikon's exclusive new 11-area autofocus sensor (Multi-CAM2000) system, including 9 cross-type sensors, achieves superior performance in continuous high-speed...
... functions/modes, and two Command Dials and a multi-selector provide access to more versatile functions. • Various accessory systems including interchangeable lenses. and Canada. 4 Attaching strap Main features of the F6: • Nikon's exclusive new 11-area autofocus sensor (Multi-CAM2000) system, including 9 cross-type sensors, achieves superior performance in continuous high-speed...
F6 Instruction Manual
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... does not need to be released. • G-type Nikkor lenses have CPU contacts • Detaching the lens 2 1 20 G-type Nikkor lens D-type Nikkor lens 1 Turn the power ...smallest aperture setting and the power switch is not set to minimum. • Turn the power switch off before mounting or detaching lenses. 2 Mount the lens to the camera body. • Position lens in the camera's bayonet mount so that the mounting indexes... set the lens to take full advantage of the features the camera offers. 3. CPU Nikkor lenses have no aperture ring. Mounting a Lens Nikon recommends using a G-
... does not need to be released. • G-type Nikkor lenses have CPU contacts • Detaching the lens 2 1 20 G-type Nikkor lens D-type Nikkor lens 1 Turn the power ...smallest aperture setting and the power switch is not set to minimum. • Turn the power switch off before mounting or detaching lenses. 2 Mount the lens to the camera body. • Position lens in the camera's bayonet mount so that the mounting indexes... set the lens to take full advantage of the features the camera offers. 3. CPU Nikkor lenses have no aperture ring. Mounting a Lens Nikon recommends using a G-
F6 Instruction Manual
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... used .) For details on lens compatibility, see page 41 before attaching/detaching the lens. • Avoid direct sunlight when attaching/detaching the lens. Non-AI lenses cannot be attached without a lens attached, be sure to turn the power switch off before attaching a non-AI lens. 21 Basic Operation Attaching/detaching the...
... used .) For details on lens compatibility, see page 41 before attaching/detaching the lens. • Avoid direct sunlight when attaching/detaching the lens. Non-AI lenses cannot be attached without a lens attached, be sure to turn the power switch off before attaching a non-AI lens. 21 Basic Operation Attaching/detaching the...
F6 Instruction Manual
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... - R*4 AF-S/AF-I Nikkor PC Micro 85mm f/2.8D*3 - Lens Compatibility Use of a Nikon CPU lens (except IX-Nikkor/DX-Nikkor) is compatible with the Vibration Reduction function of the VR Nikkor lens. *2 IX-Nikkor lenses cannot be attached. R RR RR RR RR RR *1 This camera is recommended with this case... zoom position at close range, image on the clear matte field may not coincide with the focus indication. 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 the AF-S...
... - R*4 AF-S/AF-I Nikkor PC Micro 85mm f/2.8D*3 - Lens Compatibility Use of a Nikon CPU lens (except IX-Nikkor/DX-Nikkor) is compatible with the Vibration Reduction function of the VR Nikkor lens. *2 IX-Nikkor lenses cannot be attached. R RR RR RR RR RR *1 This camera is recommended with this case... zoom position at close range, image on the clear matte field may not coincide with the focus indication. 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 the AF-S...
F6 Instruction Manual
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...(exposure meter of -field preview button.) (x 83) *7 By stop-down metering. *8 By stop -down aperture on the bellows. Exposure must be used ). *10 Some lenses cannot be obtained with the "b6: Screen comp." R --R R - R*13 R*13 R --R R - - R - - - R - - Exposure must be ...Accurate exposure metering cannot be attached (x 40). *11 By stop -down metering. R*11 R*12 - - --R R - However, some lenses. Exposure is determined by stopping down metering. Detailed Operation • Non-CPU Nikkor Mode Lens/accessories Focus mode Exposure mode Metering system Manual with...
...(exposure meter of -field preview button.) (x 83) *7 By stop-down metering. *8 By stop -down aperture on the bellows. Exposure must be used ). *10 Some lenses cannot be obtained with the "b6: Screen comp." R --R R - R*13 R*13 R --R R - - R - - - R - - Exposure must be ...Accurate exposure metering cannot be attached (x 40). *11 By stop -down metering. R*11 R*12 - - --R R - However, some lenses. Exposure is determined by stopping down metering. Detailed Operation • Non-CPU Nikkor Mode Lens/accessories Focus mode Exposure mode Metering system Manual with...
F6 Instruction Manual
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Non-CPU lenses/accessories that cannot be attached to the F6 (damage may occur if attachment is useful when using the... for F3AF, 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 TC-16A Teleconverter PC-Nikkor, AI-modified Nikkor, AI...the Sub-Command Dial. Lens Compatibility-continued • Using a non-CPU Nikkor lens Limitations of non-CPU Nikkor lenses • Set exposure mode to Aperture-Priority Auto. (£ appears in the LCD panel blinks, and exposure ...
Non-CPU lenses/accessories that cannot be attached to the F6 (damage may occur if attachment is useful when using the... for F3AF, 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 TC-16A Teleconverter PC-Nikkor, AI-modified Nikkor, AI...the Sub-Command Dial. Lens Compatibility-continued • Using a non-CPU Nikkor lens Limitations of non-CPU Nikkor lenses • Set exposure mode to Aperture-Priority Auto. (£ appears in the LCD panel blinks, and exposure ...
F6 Instruction Manual
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...shoe Meter coupling ridge • AI lenses have a meter coupling ridge and holes on the lens and camera body are aligned. Twist lens counterclockwise until it locks into place. 41 Detailed Operation • Using a non-AI lens To attach a Nikon lens that the mounting indexes on ...the meter coupling shoe (AF Nikkor lens [except for attaching a non-AI lens. After modification, follow the instructions for F3AF], Series-E and Nikkor 50mm f/1.8 do not have an AI coupling mechanism (lenses made before 1977), the F6's meter coupling...
...shoe Meter coupling ridge • AI lenses have a meter coupling ridge and holes on the lens and camera body are aligned. Twist lens counterclockwise until it locks into place. 41 Detailed Operation • Using a non-AI lens To attach a Nikon lens that the mounting indexes on ...the meter coupling shoe (AF Nikkor lens [except for attaching a non-AI lens. After modification, follow the instructions for F3AF], Series-E and Nikkor 50mm f/1.8 do not have an AI coupling mechanism (lenses made before 1977), the F6's meter coupling...
F6 Instruction Manual
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... 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 or smaller) • PC 35mm f/2.8 (No. 906200 or ...
... 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 or smaller) • PC 35mm f/2.8 (No. 906200 or ...
F6 Instruction Manual
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... and rotate the lens focusing ring until a sharp image appears on , rotate the lens focusing ring until / appears. The Electronic Rangefinder works with 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...
... and rotate the lens focusing ring until a sharp image appears on , rotate the lens focusing ring until / appears. The Electronic Rangefinder works with 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...
F6 Instruction Manual
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...lenses other lenses,... to handle most lighting conditions. or G-type, or non-CPU lenses with focal lengths and maximum apertures set in the "Non-CPU lens...CPU lens data" display. With other than D- or G-type CPU lenses. This selection will enable you to select your desired metering system. ... the viewfinder. • Certain metering systems cannot be used with some lenses (x 38). • Metering systems and characteristics of each are as.... • Matrix Metering is available only with CPU lenses or non-CPU lenses that consider scene brightness, contrast, subject distance and scene...
...lenses other lenses,... to handle most lighting conditions. or G-type, or non-CPU lenses with focal lengths and maximum apertures set in the "Non-CPU lens...CPU lens data" display. With other than D- or G-type CPU lenses. This selection will enable you to select your desired metering system. ... the viewfinder. • Certain metering systems cannot be used with some lenses (x 38). • Metering systems and characteristics of each are as.... • Matrix Metering is available only with CPU lenses or non-CPU lenses that consider scene brightness, contrast, subject distance and scene...
F6 Instruction Manual
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... switch is released, it returns to the "on" position, but illumination remains on . Attaching eyepiece correction lenses Before attaching an eyepiece correction lens (optional; x 167), remove the viewfinder eyepiece DK-17. 1. Five optional eyepiece correction lenses DK-17C provide a viewfinder diopter range of the finder diopter is on as long as the...
... switch is released, it returns to the "on" position, but illumination remains on . Attaching eyepiece correction lenses Before attaching an eyepiece correction lens (optional; x 167), remove the viewfinder eyepiece DK-17. 1. Five optional eyepiece correction lenses DK-17C provide a viewfinder diopter range of the finder diopter is on as long as the...
F6 Instruction Manual
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...lens focal length and maximum aperture), you are using a non-CPU lens. If you can be used with zoom lenses • Lens data are not adjusted when non-CPU lenses are specified. Non-AI lens does not function accurately even when the lens data are zoomed in the top LCD ... and viewfinder . Available focal lengths and apertures • If the corresponding focal length is known: Automatic power zoom can be used with AI Nikkor lenses. Available functions • If the focal length of the lens is not listed, choose the closest value greater than Spot. After changing the zoom...
...lens focal length and maximum aperture), you are using a non-CPU lens. If you can be used with zoom lenses • Lens data are not adjusted when non-CPU lenses are specified. Non-AI lens does not function accurately even when the lens data are zoomed in the top LCD ... and viewfinder . Available focal lengths and apertures • If the corresponding focal length is known: Automatic power zoom can be used with AI Nikkor lenses. Available functions • If the focal length of the lens is not listed, choose the closest value greater than Spot. After changing the zoom...
F6 Instruction Manual
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... of nearly invisible preflashes (monitor preflashes) immediately before the main flash. When used with multiple SB-800/SB-600 flash units, the F6 also supports Advanced Wireless Lighting. • i-TTL Flash Control When used . Standard TTL flash is activated automatically when Spot metering is ...SB-600 Speedlight (available separately), the F6 supports the full range of options available with the Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS), including i-TTL flash control, FV Lock, Auto FP HighSpeed Sync, and AF-assist illumination for non-CPU lenses by the five-segment TTL flash control ...
... of nearly invisible preflashes (monitor preflashes) immediately before the main flash. When used with multiple SB-800/SB-600 flash units, the F6 also supports Advanced Wireless Lighting. • i-TTL Flash Control When used . Standard TTL flash is activated automatically when Spot metering is ...SB-600 Speedlight (available separately), the F6 supports the full range of options available with the Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS), including i-TTL flash control, FV Lock, Auto FP HighSpeed Sync, and AF-assist illumination for non-CPU lenses by the five-segment TTL flash control ...
F6 Instruction Manual
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... R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R *1 Standard TTL flash is activated automatically when Spot metering is set to SC-13 with SB-80DX/28DX and lenses 1 or 2. however, the ready-light does not appear in the viewfinder and the shutter speed does not change automatically. *6 Ultraviolet and infrared photography can be...and 70-180mm) is attached. *5 TTL auto flash is possible with F6 for flash operation other than the Creative Lighting System Speedlight Lens 3D MultiSensor...
... R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R *1 Standard TTL flash is activated automatically when Spot metering is set to SC-13 with SB-80DX/28DX and lenses 1 or 2. however, the ready-light does not appear in the viewfinder and the shutter speed does not change automatically. *6 Ultraviolet and infrared photography can be...and 70-180mm) is attached. *5 TTL auto flash is possible with F6 for flash operation other than the Creative Lighting System Speedlight Lens 3D MultiSensor...
F6 Instruction Manual
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... eyepiece correction lens when you need eyepiece correction over -2 to +1m-1 that you to see through the viewfinder with various correction lenses attached before making a purchase, since viewfinder diopter differs from becoming tired. The eyepiece lock is available for AF-S VR 24-120mm...8226; Eyepiece Magnifier DG-2 provides 2X magnification of the central portion of -3, -2, 0, +1 and +2m-1. Eyesight adjustment provided. When using the F6's diopter adjustment knob. An adapter ring is available with the DK-19. • Right-Angle Viewing Attachment DR-5 • Right-Angle Viewing ...
... eyepiece correction lens when you need eyepiece correction over -2 to +1m-1 that you to see through the viewfinder with various correction lenses attached before making a purchase, since viewfinder diopter differs from becoming tired. The eyepiece lock is available for AF-S VR 24-120mm...8226; Eyepiece Magnifier DG-2 provides 2X magnification of the central portion of -3, -2, 0, +1 and +2m-1. Eyesight adjustment provided. When using the F6's diopter adjustment knob. An adapter ring is available with the DK-19. • Right-Angle Viewing Attachment DR-5 • Right-Angle Viewing ...
F6 Instruction Manual
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Good for close-ups, photomicrography and other high-magnification applications. Matte/Fresnel field with telephoto lenses longer than 200mm. clear spot and cross hair for use with both straight lines and ill-defined contours. Suitable...• Focusing Screens Supplied with focus B brackets. Type M focusing screen • Exposure measurement is recommended. Fine-ground matte field with the F6 camera. Especially for use in parallax focusing on aerial images, plus millimeter scales for copying and architectural photography. microprism focusing spot J and 12mm-...
Good for close-ups, photomicrography and other high-magnification applications. Matte/Fresnel field with telephoto lenses longer than 200mm. clear spot and cross hair for use with both straight lines and ill-defined contours. Suitable...• Focusing Screens Supplied with focus B brackets. Type M focusing screen • Exposure measurement is recommended. Fine-ground matte field with the F6 camera. Especially for use in parallax focusing on aerial images, plus millimeter scales for copying and architectural photography. microprism focusing spot J and 12mm-...