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...-S 54-55 Combinations of 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. Mounting a Lens 20-21 4. Setting Metering System and Exposure...
...-S 54-55 Combinations of 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. Mounting a Lens 20-21 4. Setting Metering System and Exposure...
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Miscellaneous Flash Photography Menu Guide Detailed Operation Basic Operation Before You Begin Shutter-Priority Auto 66-67 Aperture-Priority Auto 68-69 Manual ...70-71 Auto Exposure Lock 72-73 Exposure Compensation 74 Auto Exposure Bracketing 75-79 Long Time Exposure 80 Diopter Adjustment/LCD Illuminator 81 Self-...
Miscellaneous Flash Photography Menu Guide Detailed Operation Basic Operation Before You Begin Shutter-Priority Auto 66-67 Aperture-Priority Auto 68-69 Manual ...70-71 Auto Exposure Lock 72-73 Exposure Compensation 74 Auto Exposure Bracketing 75-79 Long Time Exposure 80 Diopter Adjustment/LCD Illuminator 81 Self-...
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Introduction Thank you keep this manual thoroughly before using it. When used with an optional Nikon Speedlight that you for purchasing the Nikon F6. and Canada. 4 Attaching strap Main features of the F6: • Nikon's exclusive new 11-area autofocus sensor (Multi-CAM2000) system, including 9 ... Dials and a multi-selector provide access to more versatile functions. • Various accessory systems including interchangeable lenses. Get to read this manual handy. Supplied accessories Body cap ( 21) Two 3V lithium batteries ( 16) Strap* * Strap is not supplied in the camera ...
Introduction Thank you keep this manual thoroughly before using it. When used with an optional Nikon Speedlight that you for purchasing the Nikon F6. and Canada. 4 Attaching strap Main features of the F6: • Nikon's exclusive new 11-area autofocus sensor (Multi-CAM2000) system, including 9 ... Dials and a multi-selector provide access to more versatile functions. • Various accessory systems including interchangeable lenses. Get to read this manual handy. Supplied accessories Body cap ( 21) Two 3V lithium batteries ( 16) Strap* * Strap is not supplied in the camera ...
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...be read before use with you have your camera correctly Nikon F6 performance has been optimized for specifications, and nonconforming accessories could damage F6 components. Marks used with anything other manufacturers may not meet Nikon's criteria for use to prevent damage to ensure that ... the performance of Nikon's Life-Long Learning commitment to frequently-asked questions (FAQs), and general advice on important occasions (for contact information: http://nikonimaging.com/ 5 Life-Long Learning As part of the F6 when it is available elsewhere in this manual. Before You Begin...
...be read before use with you have your camera correctly Nikon F6 performance has been optimized for specifications, and nonconforming accessories could damage F6 components. Marks used with anything other manufacturers may not meet Nikon's criteria for use to prevent damage to ensure that ... the performance of Nikon's Life-Long Learning commitment to frequently-asked questions (FAQs), and general advice on important occasions (for contact information: http://nikonimaging.com/ 5 Life-Long Learning As part of the F6 when it is available elsewhere in this manual. Before You Begin...
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... exposure mode (x 26, 64-71) • Performing Flexible Program in Programmed Auto exposure mode (x 64) • Setting the shutter speed in Shutter-Priority Auto or Manual exposure mode*1 (x 66, 70) • Setting the aperture in combination with other buttons to select and set various functions and modes. and Sub-Command Dials... can be used alone or in Aperture-Priority Auto or Manual exposure mode*1 (x 68, 70) 12 Nomenclature/Controls-continued • Command Dials and operating buttons • The...
... exposure mode (x 26, 64-71) • Performing Flexible Program in Programmed Auto exposure mode (x 64) • Setting the shutter speed in Shutter-Priority Auto or Manual exposure mode*1 (x 66, 70) • Setting the aperture in combination with other buttons to select and set various functions and modes. and Sub-Command Dials... can be used alone or in Aperture-Priority Auto or Manual exposure mode*1 (x 68, 70) 12 Nomenclature/Controls-continued • Command Dials and operating buttons • The...
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... with your finger or the film leader. • Avoid direct sunlight when changing film. ISO (film speed) DX mark You can be set film speed manually (x 44). Do not touch the shutter curtains with the camera film speed set to advance the film automatically to s and DX-coded film is loaded...
... with your finger or the film leader. • Avoid direct sunlight when changing film. ISO (film speed) DX mark You can be set film speed manually (x 44). Do not touch the shutter curtains with the camera film speed set to advance the film automatically to s and DX-coded film is loaded...
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... your selected focus area out of 11 possible choices. Basic Operation Focus mode set to S or C Do not attempt to rotate the lens focus ring manually while the focus mode is set to M/A mode. For situations where autofocus may not work as the subject moves. Dynamic AF Mode j with Closest-Subject...
... your selected focus area out of 11 possible choices. Basic Operation Focus mode set to S or C Do not attempt to rotate the lens focus ring manually while the focus mode is set to M/A mode. For situations where autofocus may not work as the subject moves. Dynamic AF Mode j with Closest-Subject...
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...subjects are in the central area of the viewfinder. Allows you can also be blurred. ¢ Manual P. 70 Shutter speed and aperture are set manually. The F6 provides three metering systems. With Matrix Metering (x 62), brightness data is very important. Exposure Light from...Aperture-Priority determine the depth of the in a correct exposure-a result provided by the F6's four exposure modes: Programmed Auto, Shutter-Priority Auto, Aperture-Priority Auto and Manual. Basic Operation Metering Systems Since brightness and film sensitivity determine the proper combination of shutter...
...subjects are in the central area of the viewfinder. Allows you can also be blurred. ¢ Manual P. 70 Shutter speed and aperture are set manually. The F6 provides three metering systems. With Matrix Metering (x 62), brightness data is very important. Exposure Light from...Aperture-Priority determine the depth of the in a correct exposure-a result provided by the F6's four exposure modes: Programmed Auto, Shutter-Priority Auto, Aperture-Priority Auto and Manual. Basic Operation Metering Systems Since brightness and film sensitivity determine the proper combination of shutter...
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.... CSM d4: Film advance can be discarded in the process of a roll (execute film rewind by pressing the film rewind buttons) (x 101). To rewind film manually using the film rewind crank, x 47. CSM d3: Film leader can be set to stop at the 35th or 36th frame (x 102). 33 Film rewind...
.... CSM d4: Film advance can be discarded in the process of a roll (execute film rewind by pressing the film rewind buttons) (x 101). To rewind film manually using the film rewind crank, x 47. CSM d3: Film leader can be set to stop at the 35th or 36th frame (x 102). 33 Film rewind...
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... 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 Compatible with the focus indication. R*8 R RRRR ...not work properly when shifting and/or tilting the lens, or when using clear matte field. *8 With maximum aperture of a Nikon CPU lens (except IX-Nikkor/DX-Nikkor) is compatible with the Vibration Reduction function of the VR Nikkor lens. *2 IX...
... 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 Compatible with the focus indication. R*8 R RRRR ...not work properly when shifting and/or tilting the lens, or when using clear matte field. *8 With maximum aperture of a Nikon CPU lens (except IX-Nikkor/DX-Nikkor) is compatible with the Vibration Reduction function of the VR Nikkor lens. *2 IX...
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... aperture are specified. Exposure must be obtained with some lenses. Detailed Operation • Non-CPU Nikkor Mode Lens/accessories Focus mode Exposure mode Metering system Manual with AI-S, AI or Series-E lens. R*9 - R --R R - R --R R - R*15 R*15 RR RR R*8 R*8 -- Exposure must be attached (x... must be used (x 40). *15 Exposure compensation is determined by setting focal length and maximum aperture in combination with Autofocus electronic Manual rangefinder ¡ ™ £ ¢ 3D Matrix Color Color*1 CenterWeighted, Spot*2 AI-S or AI type Nikkor, Series...
... aperture are specified. Exposure must be obtained with some lenses. Detailed Operation • Non-CPU Nikkor Mode Lens/accessories Focus mode Exposure mode Metering system Manual with AI-S, AI or Series-E lens. R*9 - R --R R - R --R R - R*15 R*15 RR RR R*8 R*8 -- Exposure must be attached (x... must be used (x 40). *15 Exposure compensation is determined by setting focal length and maximum aperture in combination with Autofocus electronic Manual rangefinder ¡ ™ £ ¢ 3D Matrix Color Color*1 CenterWeighted, Spot*2 AI-S or AI type Nikkor, Series...
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...be attached under certain conditions • Bellows Focusing Attachment PB-6: use Auto Extension Ring (PB-6D is required to the F6 (damage may occur if attachment is attempted): Fisheye 6mm f/5.6, Fisheye 7.5mm f/5.6, Fisheye 8mm f/8, OP 10mm f/5.6, old type..., 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 make horizontal/vertical change) Double Release AR-10 (with Adapter ...Color Matrix Metering can be attached to £ (Aperture-Priority Auto) or ¢ (Manual).
...be attached under certain conditions • Bellows Focusing Attachment PB-6: use Auto Extension Ring (PB-6D is required to the F6 (damage may occur if attachment is attempted): Fisheye 6mm f/5.6, Fisheye 7.5mm f/5.6, Fisheye 8mm f/8, OP 10mm f/5.6, old type..., 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 make horizontal/vertical change) Double Release AR-10 (with Adapter ...Color Matrix Metering can be attached to £ (Aperture-Priority Auto) or ¢ (Manual).
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...-DX-coded film, film speed can be set between ISO 6-6400. • Film speed set on and camera back is displayed in the large display.) Manually set to s and non-DX-coded film is loaded, Err blinks in the top LCD panel and viewfinder and "DX ERR" is closed (without advancing...
...-DX-coded film, film speed can be set between ISO 6-6400. • Film speed set on and camera back is displayed in the large display.) Manually set to s and non-DX-coded film is loaded, Err blinks in the top LCD panel and viewfinder and "DX ERR" is closed (without advancing...
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... be rewound with button operation To rewind film at mid-roll, and o-- Also, "Rewinding..." Or, rewind film manually using the film rewind crank (x 47). Or, activate film rewind manually using film rewind crank (x 47). • When the power switch is off during film rewind, film rewind stops... is completely rewound when the frame counter shows a blinking E in the top LCD panel and viewfinder, and "REWIND COMPLETED" is set to "Manual", rewind the film according to the following instructions. When rewinding film, make sure the film rewind knob is down. • Film cannot be set...
... be rewound with button operation To rewind film at mid-roll, and o-- Also, "Rewinding..." Or, rewind film manually using the film rewind crank (x 47). Or, activate film rewind manually using film rewind crank (x 47). • When the power switch is off during film rewind, film rewind stops... is completely rewound when the frame counter shows a blinking E in the top LCD panel and viewfinder, and "REWIND COMPLETED" is set to "Manual", rewind the film according to the following instructions. When rewinding film, make sure the film rewind knob is down. • Film cannot be set...
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Detailed Operation •Rewinding film using the film rewind crank 1 Turn the power switch on manual rewind • Do not press the shutter release button until the film leader is rewound completely back into the cartridge. Film rewind R1 button • ... 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 manually but the display may not indicate the correct frame number. 47
Detailed Operation •Rewinding film using the film rewind crank 1 Turn the power switch on manual rewind • Do not press the shutter release button until the film leader is rewound completely back into the cartridge. Film rewind R1 button • ... 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 manually but the display may not indicate the correct frame number. 47
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... (function of AF start button remains unchanged). • AF start button operates as does lightly pressing the shutter release button). Detailed Operation Manual focus Focus can be performed manually when the focus mode selector is achieved. AF start button Pressing the AF start button after focus is set to start by pressing...). CSM a4: Autofocus detection can be set to operate in autofocus operation (as AE/AF-L button (function of the lens. For details, see the instruction manual of AE/AF-L button remains unchanged). 49
... (function of AF start button remains unchanged). • AF start button operates as does lightly pressing the shutter release button). Detailed Operation Manual focus Focus can be performed manually when the focus mode selector is achieved. AF start button Pressing the AF start button after focus is set to start by pressing...). CSM a4: Autofocus detection can be set to operate in autofocus operation (as AE/AF-L button (function of the lens. For details, see the instruction manual of AE/AF-L button remains unchanged). 49
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... Closest-Subject Priority All focus areas are highlighted with the optional focusing screen (x 168). Selected focus area group is selected automatically, x 53). CSM a5: In manual focus or continuous shooting, you can cancel the highlighting of the multi-selector can also be switched to lock position. This enables the focus area...
... Closest-Subject Priority All focus areas are highlighted with the optional focusing screen (x 168). Selected focus area group is selected automatically, x 53). CSM a5: In manual focus or continuous shooting, you can cancel the highlighting of the multi-selector can also be switched to lock position. This enables the focus area...
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... Area Mode Rear LCD panel*1 Focus area indication Focus area selection AF-S Single Area AF Selected focus area Manual AF-S Dynamic AF Selected focus area Manual AF-S Group Dynamic AF Selected focus area group Manual (center of selected group*2) Dynamic AF AF-S Mode with Closest-Subject Priority Focus area where focus is achieved...
... Area Mode Rear LCD panel*1 Focus area indication Focus area selection AF-S Single Area AF Selected focus area Manual AF-S Dynamic AF Selected focus area Manual AF-S Group Dynamic AF Selected focus area group Manual (center of selected group*2) Dynamic AF AF-S Mode with Closest-Subject Priority Focus area where focus is achieved...
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... Area Mode Rear LCD panel*1 Focus area indication Focus area selection AF-C Single Area AF Selected focus area Manual AF-C Dynamic AF Selected focus area Manual AF-C Group Dynamic AF Selected focus area group Manual (center of selected group*2) AF-C Dynamic AF Mode with Closest-Subject Priority Not indicated Automatic *1 The indications in...
... Area Mode Rear LCD panel*1 Focus area indication Focus area selection AF-C Single Area AF Selected focus area Manual AF-C Dynamic AF Selected focus area Manual AF-C Group Dynamic AF Selected focus area group Manual (center of selected group*2) AF-C Dynamic AF Mode with Closest-Subject Priority Not indicated Automatic *1 The indications in...