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DIGITAL CAMERA User's Manual En - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 2
Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon single-lens reflex (SLR) digital camera. To get the most from your camera, please be sure to read all instructions thoroughly and keep them where they will be read by all those who use the product. Symbols and Conventions To make it easier to find the - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 3
Contents 0 iv i The Q&A Index 0 ii i The Quick Start Guide 0 xxii i The Index 0 449 i Error Messages 0 424 i Troubleshooting 0 419 X Introduction s Tutorial x Live View Photography y Movie Live View d Image Recording Options N Focus k Release Mode S ISO Sensitivity Z Exposure r White Balance - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 4
the self-timer? 114 i Focus Can I choose how the camera focuses? 97 Can I choose the focus point? 103 i Exposure Can I make photos brighter or darker? 137 How do I preserve details in shadows and highlights? 184, 186 i Image Quality and Size How do I take pictures for printing at large - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 5
I print the date of recording on my photos? 274 Maintenance and Optional Accessories 0 What memory cards can I use? 442 What lenses can I use? 385 What optional flash units (Speedlights) can I use? 192 What other accessories are available for my camera? What software is available for my - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 6
the Camera 2 Camera Body 2 The Top Control Panel 7 The Rear Control Panel 9 The Viewfinder Display 11 The Information Display 13 The BS-2 Accessory Shoe Cover 17 Tutorial 19 Camera Menus 19 Using Camera Menus 20 Help ...22 First Steps 23 Charge the Battery 23 Insert the Battery 25 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 7
The Information Display: Live View Photography 58 Manual Focus 59 Live View Shutter Release Options 60 Movie Live View 63 Indices 67 The Live View Display: Movie Live View 68 The Information Display: Movie Live View 70 Image Area 71 Movie Settings 74 Viewing Movies 77 Editing Movies 79 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 8
Area Mode 100 Focus Point Selection 103 Focus Lock 105 Manual Focus 108 Release Mode 111 Choosing a Release Mode 111 Continuous Release Modes 112 Self-Timer Mode 114 Mirror up Mode 116 ISO Sensitivity 117 Manual Adjustment 117 Auto ISO Sensitivity Control 119 Exposure 123 Metering - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 9
Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS 192 i-TTL Flash Control 198 Flash Modes 199 Flash Compensation 202 FV Lock 204 Other Shooting Options 207 Two-Button Reset: Restoring Default Settings 207 Multiple Exposure 210 Interval Timer Photography 216 Time-Lapse Photography 223 Non-CPU Lenses - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 10
About Playback 235 Viewing Images 235 Full-Frame Playback 235 Thumbnail Playback 235 Playback Controls 236 Photo Information 238 Taking a Connections 263 Connecting to a Computer 263 Before Connecting the Camera 263 Direct USB Connection 267 Ethernet and Wireless Networks 269 Printing - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 11
Guide 283 D The Playback Menu: Managing Images 283 Playback Folder 284 Hide Image 284 Playback Display Options 285 Copy Image(s 286 Image Review Reduction) ...302 High ISO NR 302 A Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings 303 Custom Settings Bank 305 a: Autofocus 307 a1: AF-C Priority - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 12
317 c4: Monitor off Delay 317 d: Shooting/Display 318 d1: Beep 318 d2: Shooting Speed 318 d3: Max. Continuous Release 319 d4: Exposure Delay Exposure Comp. for Flash 325 e5: Modeling Flash 325 e6: Auto Bracketing Set 325 e7: Auto Bracketing (Mode M 326 e8: Bracketing Order 326 f: - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 13
Empty Release Monitor Brightness 345 Image Dust Off Ref Photo 346 Flicker Reduction 348 Time Zone and Date 348 Language 349 Auto Image Rotation 350 Battery Info 351 Image Comment 352 Copyright Information 353 IPTC 354 Save/Load Settings 356 Virtual Horizon 358 AF Fine-Tune 359 Firmware - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 14
Storage 398 Cleaning 398 The Low-Pass Filter 399 "Clean Now 399 "Clean at Startup/Shutdown 400 Manual Cleaning 402 Replacing the Clock Battery 406 Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions 408 Defaults 412 Exposure Program 418 Troubleshooting 419 Error Messages 424 Specifications 430 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 15
injury. In the event of malfunction, the product should be repaired only by a qualified technician. Should the product break open as the result of a fall or other accident, remove the battery and/or AC adapter and then take the product to a Nikon-authorized service center for inspection. xiii - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 16
contact with the camera, battery, or charger for extended periods cover and store in a cool, dry place. • The battery may be hot immediately after use or when the product has been used on battery power for an extended period. Before removing the battery turn the camera off and allow the battery - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 17
Nikon-authorized service representative for inspection. Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or electric shock. • Do not handle the plug or charger with wet hands the monitor break, care to observe this precaution could should be taken to avoid injury damage the product or - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 18
OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS. This symbol indicates that this product is to be collected separately. This symbol on the battery indicates that the battery is to be collected separately. The following apply only to users in European countries: • This product is designated - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 19
tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits to this instructions, may cause harmful device that are not expressly approved by interference to radio communications. Nikon Corporation may void the user's However, - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 20
in the State of California WARNING: Handling the cord on this product Nikon Inc., 1300 Walt Whitman Road, may expose you to lead, commercially available software, potentially resulting in the malicious use of personal image data. Ensuring the privacy of such data is the user's responsibility - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 21
this product for the purpose of making illegal copies or to infringe copyright laws. Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories Nikon cameras are designed to the highest standards and include complex electronic circuitry. Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including chargers, batteries, AC - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 22
Important Pictures Before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at weddings or before taking the camera on a trip), take a test shot to ensure that the camera is functioning normally. Nikon will not be held liable for damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction. xx - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 23
users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http://www.nikon-asia.com/ Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest product information, tips, answers to frequently-asked questions (FAQs), and general advice on digital imaging and photography. Additional information may be available from - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 24
Quick Start Guide Follow these steps for a quick start with the D4. 1 Attach the camera strap. Attach the strap securely to the camera eyelets. 2 Charge (0 23) and insert (0 25) the battery. Attach the battery-chamber cover before inserting the battery. 3 Attach a lens (0 28). xxii - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 25
on choosing a language and setting the time and date, see page 30. See page 38 for information on adjusting viewfinder focus. 6 Select autofocus (0 97). Focus-mode selector Rotate the focus-mode selector to AF (autofocus). 7 Focus and shoot (0 43, 44). Press the shutter-release button halfway to - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 26
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listed here were included with your camera. Memory cards are sold separately. • D4 digital camera (0 2) • BF-1B body cap (0 28, 394) X • BS-2 accessory shoe cover (0 17, 191) • EN-EL18 rechargeable Li-ion battery with terminal cover (0 23, 25) • MH-26 battery charger with power cable and two - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 28
as you read through the rest of the manual. Camera Body X 1 D button 10 E button Bracketing .......141, 145, 149, 335 Exposure compensation .........137 2 Release mode dial 11 I/Q button lock release 111 Exposure mode 125 3 Eyelet for camera strap xxii Formatting memory cards ....... 36 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 29
394 18 Lens release button 29 6 Flash sync terminal 191 19 AF-mode button ...... 52, 54, 98, 101 7 Ten-pin remote terminal... 231, 394 20 Battery-chamber cover latch .......25 8 USB connector cover.......... 267, 272 21 Battery-chamber cover 25 9 Peripheral connector cover....... 391 22 Focus - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 30
Camera Body (Continued) X 1 Pv button 6 Vertical shooting shutter-release Using the Pv button button lock 42 67, 109 4 Sub-command dial for 11 Tripod socket vertical shooting 336 5 Shutter-release button for vertical shooting D The Microphone and Speaker Do not place the microphone - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 31
ISO sensitivity 117 4 K button Auto ISO sensitivity control... 119 Playback 46, 235 Two-button reset 207 5 Monitor 46, 49, 63, 235, 345 14 T button 6 G button Image quality and size........ 91, 93 Menus 19, 283 15 U button 7 L (Z/Q) button Protection 249 White balance......... 153 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 32
Camera Body (Continued) X 1 Viewfinder 38 12 Live view selector 49, 63 2 Sub-selector 13 a button 5 Multi selector 20, 45, 237 automatic monitor brightness 6 Card slot cover release button control 57, 345 (under cover 33 7 Memory card slot cover ..........33, 35 8 C button Using the - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 33
149 Number of shots per interval........ 220 Maximum aperture (non-CPU lenses 230 PC mode indicator 269 11 Battery indicator 40 12 Frame count 45 Preset white balance recording indicator 165 Active D-Lighting amount.... 150, 332 Manual lens number 230 Time-lapse recording indicator.... 226 13 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 34
14 22 15 23 16 24 17 25 26 18 27 19 28 29 30 20 X 21 31 14 Clock battery indicator 32, 406 30 Exposure and flash 15 FV lock indicator 205 16 Shutter-speed lock icon 133 17 Flash sync indicator 323 18 Flash - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 35
The Rear Control Panel 1 6 2 3 7 8 9 4 10 5 11 X 1 "Remaining" indicator 321 6 Image quality (JPEG images 90 2 Image size 93 3 ISO sensitivity indicator 117 Auto ISO sensitivity indicator 121 7 Voice memo recording indicator (shooting mode 256 8 Voice memo status indicator 258, - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 36
switch activates the standby timer, control panel backlights (LCD illuminators), and button backlights (0 322), making it easier to use the camera in the dark. After the power switch is released, the backlights will remain lit for six seconds while the standby timer is active or until the shutter is - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 37
2 3 4 5 X 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 1 Framing grid (displayed when On is selected for Custom Setting d6 321 2 12-mm reference circle for centerweighted metering 123 3 AF area brackets 38 4 Focus points..........43, 103, 310, 311 Spot metering targets 123 AF - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 38
as a roll indicator when camera is rotated to take pictures in "tall" (portrait) orientation. 3 Displayed when an optional flash unit is attached (0 192). The flash-ready indicator lights when the flash is charged. D No Battery When the battery is totally exhausted or no battery is inserted, the - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 39
frame count, number of exposures remaining, and AF-area mode, is displayed in the monitor when the R button is pressed. 1 23 4 56 R button 21 7 X 20 of exposures (multiple exposure 212 Focal length (non-CPU lenses) .....230 5 Multiple exposure indicator ..........211 6 Aperture (f-number - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 40
AF indicator .......... 101, 102 Manual lens number 230 Focus points indicator release button halfway. The monitor will turn off automatically if no operations are performed for about 10 seconds. A See Also For information on choosing how long the monitor stays on, see Custom Setting c4 (Monitor - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 41
41 40 39 38 X 22 Release mode indicator 111 34 Flash compensation indicator ...... 202 Continuous shooting speed..........112 35 Battery indicator 40 23 FV lock indicator 42 Custom settings bank 305 43 Autofocus mode indicator.........97, 98 44 Vignette control indicator 300 45 Image area - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 42
Active D-Lighting 184 8 D button assignment 335 4 Pv button assignment 333 9 Long exposure noise 5 Sub-selector center reduction 302 assignment 333 10 Custom settings bank 305 A Tool Tips A tool tip giving the name of the selected item appears in the information display. Tool tips can be - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 43
to prevent light reflected from the metal parts of the shoe from appearing in photographs. The BS-2 attaches to the camera accessory shoe as shown at right. To remove the accessory shoe cover, hold it down with your thumb and slide it off as shown at X right while keeping a firm grip on - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 44
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, playback, and setup options G button can be accessed from the camera menus. To view the menus, press the G button. s Tabs Choose from the following menus: • D: Playback (0 283) • C: Shooting (0 293) • A: Custom Settings (0 303) • B: Setup (0 344) • N: Retouch (0 361) • O/m: My Menu or Recent - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 46
Using Camera Menus ❚❚ Menu Controls The multi selector and J button are used to navigate the menus. Multi selector Move cursor up Select highlighted item Cancel and return - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 47
3 Select a menu. Press 1 or 3 to select the desired menu. 4 Position the cursor in the selected menu. s Press 2 to position the cursor in the selected menu. 5 Highlight a menu item. Press 1 or 3 to highlight a menu item. 6 Display options. Press 2 to display options for the selected menu item. - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 48
points: • Menu items that are displayed in gray are not currently available. • While pressing 2 or the center of the multi selector generally has mode, press the shutter-release button halfway (0 44). Help If a d icon is displayed at the bottom left corner of the monitor, help can be displayed by - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 49
and plug the power cable into an electrical outlet. 2 Remove the terminal cover. Remove the terminal cover from the battery. 3 Remove the contact protector. Remove the contact protector from the charger battery chamber. Terminal cover A See Also For information on using the MH-26 to charge two - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 50
are required to fully charge an exhausted battery; note that the battery will not charge if its temperature is below 0 °C (32 °F) or above 60 °C (140 °F). 5 Remove the battery when charging is complete. Remove the battery and unplug the charger. D Calibration See page 440 for more information - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 51
Batteries Always turn the camera off before inserting or removing batteries. 2 Remove the battery-chamber cover. Lift the battery-chamber cover latch, turn it to the open (A) position (q) and remove s the BL-6 battery-chamber cover (w). 3 Attach the cover to the battery. If the battery release - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 52
fold it down as shown at right. Be sure the cover is securely latched. A Removing the Battery Before removing the battery, turn the camera off, lift the battery-chamber cover latch, and turn it to the open (A) position. Note that the battery may be hot after use; observe due caution when removing - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 53
D The Battery and Charger Read and follow the warnings and cautions on pages xiii-xv and 408-411 of this manual. Do not use the battery at ambient temperatures below 0 °C/32 °F or above 40 °C/104 °F; failure to observe this precaution could damage the battery or impair its performance. Capacity may - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 54
Lens Care should be taken to prevent dust from entering the camera when the lens is removed. The lens generally used in this manual for illustrative purposes is an AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4G. Lens cap Mounting index CPU contacts (0 387) s Focus-mode switch (0 29) 1 Turn the camera off. Focus ring - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 55
lens release button (q) while turning the lens clockwise (w). After removing the lens, replace the lens caps and camera body cap. D CPU Lenses with Aperture Rings In the case of CPU lenses equipped with an aperture ring (0 387), lock aperture at the minimum setting (highest f-number). A Image Area - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 56
menu is automatically highlighted the first time menus are displayed. Choose a language and set the time and date. 1 Turn the camera on. Power switch s 2 Select Language in the setup menu. Press G to display the camera menus, then select Language in the setup menu. For information on using menus - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 57
2. Daylight saving time is off by default; if daylight saving time is in effect in the local time zone, press 1 to highlight On and press J. 7 Set the date and time. Select Date and time and press 2. Press 4 or 2 to select an item, 1 or 3 to change. Press J when the clock is - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 58
8 Set date format. Select Date format and press 2. Press 1 or 3 to choose the order in which the year, month, and day will be displayed and press J. 9 Exit to shooting mode. Press the shutter-release button halfway to exit to shooting mode. s A The Clock Battery The camera clock is powered by a - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 59
be used. 1 Turn the camera off. Power switch s D Inserting and Removing Memory Cards Always turn the camera off before inserting or removing memory cards. 2 Open the card slot cover. Open the door protecting the card-slot cover release button (q) and press the release button (w) to open the card - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 60
card slot with the rear label toward the monitor (q). When the memory card is fully inserted, the card upside down or backwards could damage the camera or the card. Check to be sure that card slot Rear label Rear label 4 Close the card slot cover. If this is the first time the memory card will - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 61
Memory Cards After confirming that the access lamp is off, turn the camera off and open the memory card slot cover. s XQD memory cards: Press the card in to eject it (q). The memory card can then be removed by hand. CompactFlash memory cards: Press the eject button (q) to partially eject the - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 62
. Be sure to copy any photographs and other data you wish to keep to a computer before proceeding (0 263). 1 Turn the camera on. 2 s Press the I (Q) and O (Q) buttons. O (Q) button I (Q) button Hold the I (Q) and O (Q) buttons down simultaneously until a flashing C appears in the shutter-speed - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 63
show the number of photographs that can be recorded at current settings and the frame-count displays will show B. D Memory Cards the top control panel and viewfinder will show S. If the camera is turned off with a charged EN-EL18 battery and no memory card inserted, S will be displayed in the - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 64
differences in vision. Check that the display in the viewfinder is in focus before shooting. 1 Turn the camera on. Remove the lens cap and turn the camera on. 2 Lift the diopter adjustment control (q). s 3 Focus the viewfinder. Rotate the diopter adjustment control (w) until the viewfinder - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 65
release button halfway to focus the camera. With the camera Lenses Corrective lenses (available separately; 0 392) can be used to further adjust viewfinder diopter. Before attaching a diopter-adjustment viewfinder lens, remove the DK-17 viewfinder eyepiece by closing the viewfinder shutter to release - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 66
panel Viewfinder Description L - Battery fully charged. K - J - Battery partially discharged. I - H d Low battery. Charge battery or ready spare battery. H d Shutter release disabled. Charge or (flashes) (flashes) exchange battery. * No icon displayed when camera is powered by - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 67
top control panel shows the number of photographs that can be taken at current settings (values over 1,000 are rounded down to the nearest hundred; 2.9 K). If two memory cards are inserted, the displays show the space available on the card in the primary slot (0 95). When this number reaches - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 68
in the viewfinder, hold the handgrip in your right hand and cradle the camera body or lens with your left. Keep your elbows propped lightly against your torso for support and place one foot half a pace ahead of the other to keep your upper body stable. When framing photographs in portrait (tall - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 69
Focus and Shoot 1 Press the shutter- release button halfway (0 44). Focus point At default settings, the camera will focus on the subject in the center focus point. Frame a photo in the viewfinder with the main subject positioned in the center Focus indicator Buffer capacity s focus point - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 70
has gone out and recording is complete. s A The Shutter-Release Button The camera has a two-stage shutter-release button. The camera focuses when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. To take the photograph, press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down. Focus Take photograph - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 71
drain on the battery. Press the shutter-release button halfway to Setting c2 (Standby timer, 0 316). s A The Multi Selector The multi selector can be used to select the focus point while the exposure meters are on (0 103). A Camera Off Display If the camera is turned off with a battery - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 72
. JPG 15/04/2011 10: 02: 27 NORMAL 4928x3280 To end playback and return to shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway. A Image Review When On is selected for Image review in the playback menu (0 289), photographs are automatically displayed in the monitor after shooting. A See - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 73
the photograph. Display the photograph you wish to delete as described in "Viewing Photographs" on the previous page. The location of the current image is shown by an icon at the bottom left corner of the display. s 2 Delete the photograph. O (Q) button Press the O (Q) button. A confirmation - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 74
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photography). 2 Press the a button. Live view selector x The mirror will be raised and the view through the lens will be displayed in the camera monitor. The subject will no longer be visible in the viewfinder. a button 3 Position the focus point. Position the focus point over your subject as - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 76
taken even when the focus point flashes red; check focus in the Center of subselector monitor before shooting). Exposure can be locked by pressing the center of the sub-selector (0 135); focus locks while the shutter-release preview is not available when A is selected for shutter speed. 50 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 77
with x other lenses or teleconverters. Note that in live view, autofocus is slower and the monitor may brighten or darken while the camera focuses. The focus sodium-vapor, or similar lighting • A cross (star) filter or other special filter is used • The subject appears smaller than the focus - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 78
Mode The following autofocus modes are available in live view: Mode Description AF-S Single-servo autofocus: For stationary subjects. Focus locks when shutter-release button is pressed halfway. x Full-time servo autofocus: For moving subjects. Camera focuses AF-F continuously until shutter - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 79
can no longer detect the subject (because, for example, the subject has turned to face away from the camera), the border will no longer be displayed. Wide-area AF: Use for hand-held shots of landscapes and other non- 5 portrait subjects. Use the multi selector to move the focus point anywhere - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 80
To choose an AF-area mode, press the AF-mode button and rotate the sub-command dial until the desired mode is displayed in the monitor. AF-mode Sub-command dial button Monitor x 54 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 81
mode The current AF-area mode. 53 t Focus point The current focus point. The display varies with the option selected for AF-area mode. 49 y Monitor brightness indicator A monitor brightness indicator. 57 u Guide A guide to the options available during live view photography. 56, 57 55 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 82
final photograph in the monitor; if another option is selected when Quiet is chosen for Live view photography in the shooting menu (0 60), the hue seen in the monitor during live view photography will differ from that seen in the final image). Monitor hue is reset when the camera is turned off. 56 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 83
2 to adjust Picture Control settings (0 173). L (Z/Q) button ❚❚ Adjusting Monitor Brightness Monitor brightness can be adjusted as monitor brightness (note that monitor brightness has no effect on photographs taken with the camera). If A (auto) is selected and the monitor is on, the camera - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 84
The Information Display: Live View Photography To hide or display indicators in the monitor during live view photography, press the R button. Virtual horizon (0 358) Information on Information off x Histogram (exposure preview only; 0 50) Framing guides 58 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 85
in manual focus mode (0 108), rotate the lens focus ring until the subject is in focus. To magnify the view in the monitor up monitor (available only if wide- or normal- area AF is selected for AF-area mode), or press W to zoom out. Navigation window A Non-CPU Lenses When using non-CPU lenses - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 86
modes, one photo will be taken each time the shutter-release button is pressed. ISO sensitivity is set automatically except in exposure mode h, when you can choose from values between ISO 200 and Hi 4 (0 117). Exposure can be previewed in the monitor 0 50); to view or hide an indicator (0 130 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 87
than No limit is selected for x Custom Setting c4-Monitor off delay; 0 317-5 s before the monitor is due to turn off automatically). Depending on HDMI If the camera is connected to an HDMI video device during live view photography, the camera monitor will remain on and the video device will display - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 88
and bright spots may appear in the monitor, while bright bands may appear in some camera has been used in continuous release mode for extended periods If live view does not start when you press the a button, wait for the internal circuits to cool and then try again. Movie recording is not available - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 89
be raised and the view through the lens will be displayed in the camera monitor, modified for the effects of exposure. The subject will no longer be space (0 299) and Picture Control (0 173). White balance can be set at any time by pressing the U button and rotating the main command dial (0 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 90
of subjects that can be detected in face-priority AF drops in y movie live view. A Exposure Mode The following settings can be adjusted in movie live view: Aperture Shutter speed ISO sensitivity Exposure compensation e, f - - - ✔ g ✔ - - ✔ h ✔ ✔ ✔ - In exposure mode h, shutter - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 91
indicator and the time available are displayed in the monitor. Exposure is set using matrix metering and camera can record both video and sound; do not cover the microphone on the front of the camera options are available in the Movie settings menu (0 74). Focus can be adjusted manually as described - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 92
, press the shutter-release button all the way down. Movie recording will end y (the footage recorded to that point will be saved) and the camera will return to live view. Except at a frame size of 640 × 424, the photograph will be recorded at the current image area setting with an aspect - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 93
). Depending on shooting conditions, the timer may appear immediately when movie recording begins. Note that regardless of the amount of recording time available, live view will still end automatically when the timer expires. Wait for the internal circuits to cool before resuming movie recording. 67 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 94
is used. t Movie frame size The frame size for movie recording. 74 y Time remaining (movie live view) The recording time available for movies. 65 u Monitor brightness indicator A monitor brightness indicator. 69 i Guide A guide to the options available during movie live view. 69 68 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 95
not be adjusted during recording, and that brightness affects the monitor only (0 57); movies recorded with the camera are unaffected. 1 Highlight a setting. Press and hold W and press 4 or 2 high sound levels may result in high volume; particular care should be taken when headphones are used. 69 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 96
, press the R button. Virtual horizon (0 358) Information on Information off Histogram y Framing guides A HDMI If the camera is connected to an HDMI device (0 280), the view through the lens will appear both in the camera monitor and on the HDMI device. The indicators that appear in the HDMI - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 97
for movie live view Crop for viewfinder and live view photography 3 : 2 photo crop for movie live view The size of the area at the center of the image sensor used to record photographs taken in movie live view is 35.0 × 19.7 mm (16 : 9, FX-based movie format), 22.4 × 12.6 mm (16 : 9, DX-based - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 98
: 9) taken in movie live view at frame sizes other than 640 × 424: Image area Option Image quality is determined by the option selected for Image quality in the shooting menu (0 90). A Remote Cords If Record movies is selected for Custom Setting g4 (Assign shutter button), the shutter-release - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 99
monitor and in the final movie under fluorescent, mercury vapor, or sodium lamps or if the camera rotated to a new setting. Movie live view ends when the G button is camera has been used for extended periods in live view or to record movies • The camera has been used in continuous release - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 100
-based movie format, image quality is equivalent to movies recorded at a frame size of 1280 × 720. 3 Maximum length for ★ High quality movies is 20 minutes in the monitor. Photographs taken at this setting are stored as JPEG fine images 1,920 × 1,080 pixels in size; HDR is not available (0 186). - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 101
manually, select Manual sensitivity and choose a sensitivity. • Destination: Choose the slot to which movies are recorded. The menu shows the time available y sensitivities available during movie recording. Note that at high ISO sensitivities the camera may have trouble focusing and noise - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 102
1 Select Movie settings. G button Press the G button to display the menus. Highlight Movie settings in the shooting menu and press 2. 2 Choose movie options. Highlight the desired item and press 2, then highlight an option and press J. y 76 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 103
1 icon Length Current position/total length Movie progress Volume Guide bar The following operations can be performed: y To Use end of movie (first frame is indicated by h in top right corner of monitor, last frame by i). If playback is paused, movie rewinds or advances one frame at a - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 104
when the last frame is displayed skips back 30 s.). Press X to increase volume, W to decrease. See page 79 for more information. Press the shutter-release button halfway to exit to shooting mode. See page 283 for more information. Exit /K Exit to full-frame playback. y A The p Icon Movies with - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 105
Movies To create trimmed copies of movies: 1 Display a movie full K button frame. y Press the K button to display pictures full frame in the monitor and press 4 and 2 to scroll through pictures until the movie you wish to edit is displayed. 2 Choose a starting or end point. Play the - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 106
3 Display movie edit options. Press J to display movie edit options. J button 4 Select Choose start/end point. Highlight Choose start/ end point and press J. The dialog shown at right y will be displayed; choose whether the current frame will be the starting or end point of the copy and - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 107
5 Delete frames. If the desired frame is not currently displayed, press 4 or 2 to advance or rewind (to skip to an index, rotate the main command L (Z/Q) button dial). To switch the current selection from start point (w) to end point (x) or vice versa, press L (Z/Q). Once you have selected the - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 108
red in Step 5 and no copy will be created. The copy will not be saved if there is insufficient space available on the memory card. Copies have the same time and date of creation as the original. A The Retouch Menu Movies can also be edited using the Edit movie option in the - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 109
Saving Selected Frames To save a copy of a selected frame as a JPEG still: 1 View the movie and choose a frame. Play the movie back as described on page 77; your approximate position in the movie can be ascertained from the movie progress bar. Pause the movie at the frame you intend to copy. 2 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 110
create a fine-quality (0 90) JPEG copy of the selected frame. Movie stills are indicated by a 9 icon in full-frame playback. y A Save Selected Frame JPEG movie stills created with the Save selected frame option can not be retouched. JPEG movie stills lack some categories of photo information (0 238 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 111
view as wide as those supported by 35 mm (135) format film cameras, while automatically cropping pictures to the DX angle of view when using DX format lenses. See page 444 for information on the number of pictures that can be stored at different image area settings. ❚❚ Auto DX Crop Choose whether - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 112
(36.0 × 23.9 mm), producing an angle of view equivalent to a NIKKOR lens on a 35 mm format camera. A 29.9 × 19.9 mm area at the center of the image Z 1.2× 1.2 × (30 × 20) sensor is used to record photographs. To calculate the approximate focal length of the lens in 35 mm format, multiply - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 113
shown in the information display. A DX Lenses DX lenses are designed for use with DX format cameras and have a smaller angle of view than lenses for 35 mm format cameras. If Auto DX crop is off and an option other than DX (24×16) (DX format) is selected for Image area when a DX lens is attached - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 114
area in the shooting menu (0 293) and press 2. 2 Choose an option. d Highlight Auto DX crop or Choose image area and press 2. 3 Adjust settings. Choose an option and press J. The selected crop is displayed in the viewfinder (0 87). J button D Auto DX Crop The controls listed on page 89 can - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 115
area as the "press + command dials" option for a camera control in the Custom Settings menu (0 332). Image area selection can be assigned to the Fn button (Custom Setting f3, Assign Fn button, 0 328), the Pv button (Custom Setting f4, Assign preview button, 0 333), the center of the sub-selector - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 116
The D4 supports the following image quality options. See page 444 for information on the number of pictures that can be stored at different image quality and size settings. Option File type Description RAW data from the image sensor are saved NEF (RAW) NEF directly to the memory card in Nikon - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 117
Image quality is set by pressing the T button and rotating the main command dial until the desired setting is displayed in the rear control panel. T button Main command dial Rear control panel A NEF (RAW) Images d NEF (RAW) images can be viewed on the camera or using software such as Capture NX - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 118
file size by about 20-40% with no effect on image quality. NEF images are compressed using a nonO Compressed reversible algorithm, reducing file size by about 35-55% with almost no effect on image quality. Uncompressed NEF images are not compressed. ❚❚ NEF (RAW) Recording > NEF (RAW) Bit Depth - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 119
size in pixels divided by printer resolution in dots per inch (dpi; 1 inch = approximately 2.54 cm). Image size can be set by pressing the T button and rotating the sub-command dial until the desired option is displayed in the rear control panel. T button Sub-command dial - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 120
in software such as ViewNX 2 (supplied) or Capture NX 2 (available separately), NEF (RAW) images have the dimensions given for large (#-size) images in the table on the previous page. A The Image Size Menu Image size can also be adjusted using the Image size option in the shooting menu (0 293). d 94 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 121
photos recorded at settings of NEF/RAW + JPEG are recorded only to the primary card and the JPEG copies only to the secondary card). d D "Backup" and "RAW Primary, JPEG Secondary" The camera shows the number of exposures remaining on the card with the least amount of memory. Shutter release - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 122
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moving subjects. Camera focuses continuously while shutter-release button is pressed halfway; if subject moves, camera will engage predictive focus tracking (0 99) AF-C to predict final distance to subject and adjust focus as necessary. At default settings, shutter can be released whether or not - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 124
a2 (AF-S priority selection, 0 308). For information on preventing the camera from focusing when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, see Custom Setting a4 (AF activation, 0 309). See page 52 for information on the autofocus options available in live view or during movie recording. 98 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 125
can be unlocked by pressing the B button again. A Predictive Focus Tracking B button for vertical shooting In AF-C mode, the camera will initiate predictive focus tracking if the subject moves toward or away from the camera while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway or either of the - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 126
AF: Select the focus point as described on page 103; the camera will focus on the subject in the selected focus point only. the photograph or when photographing subjects that are moving predictably (e.g., runners or race cars on a track). - the shutter-release button and recompose the photograph with the subject - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 127
, the camera will give priority to the portrait subject. The active focus points are highlighted briefly after the camera focuses; setting is displayed in the viewfinder and top control panel. AF-mode button Sub-command dial N Top control panel Viewfinder A 3D-tracking When the shutter-release - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 128
Focus Single-point AF is automatically selected when manual focus is used. N A See Also For information on adjusting how long the camera waits before refocusing when an object moves in front of the camera, see Custom Setting a3 (Focus tracking with lock-on, 0 309). See page 53 for information on - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 129
Focus Point Selection The camera offers a choice of 51 focus points that can be used to compose photographs with the main subject positioned almost anywhere in the frame. 1 Rotate the - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 130
vertical shooting to select the focus point. For more information, see Custom Setting f14 (Assign multi selector (vert.), 0 338). A Using the for auto-area AF is selected automatically; manual focus-point selection is not available. A See Also For information on choosing when the focus point - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 131
will not be in a focus point in the final composition. If the camera is unable to focus using autofocus (0 107), focus lock can also be viewfinder. 2 Lock focus. N AF-C focus mode (0 97): With the shutter-release button pressed halfway (q), press the center of the sub-selector (w) to lock both - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 132
locked between shots if you keep the shutter-release button pressed halfway (AF-S) or keep the center of the sub-selector pressed, allowing several photographs in succession to be taken at the same focus setting. Do not change the distance between the camera and the subject while focus lock is in - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 133
to focus under these conditions, or the in-focus indicator (●) may be displayed and the camera may sound a beep, allowing the shutter to be released even when the subject is not in focus. In these cases, use manual focus (0 108) or use focus lock (0 105) to focus on another subject at the same - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 134
could damage the camera or lens. N • Manual focus lenses: Set the camera focus-mode selector to M. To focus manually, adjust the lens focus ring until the image displayed on the clear matte field in the viewfinder is in focus. Photographs can be taken at any time, even when the image is not in - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 135
After positioning the subject in the selected focus point, press the shutter-release button halfway and rotate the lens focus ring until the in-focus the distance between your subject and the camera, measure from the focal plane mark (E) on the camera body. The distance between the lens mounting - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 136
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produced when mirror drops back into place. Beep does not sound when camera focuses J regardless of setting selected for Custom Setting d1 (Beep; 0 318) and mirror does not drop back into place until shutter-release button is returned to halfway position after shooting, allowing you to delay - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 138
a shutter speed of 1/250 s or faster, and other settings at default values. Frame rates may drop at extremely small apertures (high f-numbers) or slow shutter speeds, when vibration reduction (available with VR lenses) or auto ISO sensitivity control (0 119) is on, or when the battery is low. k 112 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 139
. If the battery is exhausted while images remain in the buffer, the shutter release will be disabled and the images transferred to the memory card. A See Also For information on choosing the maximum number of photographs that can be taken in a single burst, see Custom Setting d3 (Max. continuous - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 140
tripod or place the camera on a stable, level surface. 2 Select self-timer mode. Press the release mode dial lock release and turn the release mode dial to E. Release mode dial 3 Frame the photograph and focus. k In single-servo autofocus (0 97), photographs can only be taken if the in-focus - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 141
about ten seconds after the timer starts. To turn the self-timer off before a photograph is taken, turn the release mode dial to another setting. k AA Time (bulb) exposures can not be recorded using the self-timer. A fixed shutter speed will be used if a speed of A is selected in exposure - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 142
again to take a picture. To prevent blurring caused by camera movement, press the shutter-release button smoothly, or use an optional remote cord (0 394). The mirror lowers when shooting ends. A Mirror up Mode A picture will be taken automatically if no operations are performed for about 30 s after - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 143
SISO Sensitivity Manual Adjustment "ISO sensitivity" is the digital equivalent of film speed. Choose from settings that range from ISO 100 and ISO 12800 in steps equivalent to 1/3 EV. Settings of from about 0.3 to 1 EV below ISO 100 and 0.3 to 4 EV above ISO 12800 are also available for special - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 144
to ISO sensitivities 0.3-4 EV over ISO 12800 (ISO16000-204800 equivalent). Pictures taken at these settings are more likely to be subject to noise (randomly-spaced bright pixels, fog, or lines). A Lo 0.3-Lo 1 The settings Lo 0.3 through Lo 1 correspond to ISO sensitivities 0.3-1 EV below ISO 100 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 145
adjusted if optimal exposure can not be achieved at the value selected by the user (ISO sensitivity is adjusted appropriately when the flash is used). 1 Select Auto ISO sensitivity control for ISO sensitivity settings in the shooting menu. G button To display the menus, press the G button. Select - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 146
ISO sensitivity will be adjusted for optimal exposure at the shutter speed selected by the user). If Auto (available only with CPU lenses; equivalent to 1/30 s when a non-CPU lens is used) is selected, the camera will choose the minimum shutter speed based on the focal length of the lens (auto - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 147
(see page 302). When a flash is used, the value selected for Minimum shutter speed is ignored in favor of the option selected for Custom Setting e1 (Flash sync speed, 0 323). Note that ISO sensitivity may be raised automatically when auto ISO sensitivity control is used in combination with slow - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 148
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natural results in most situations. Camera meters a wide area of the frame and set exposure according to tone distribution, color, composition, and, with type G or D lenses (0 385), distance information (3D color matrix metering III; with L other CPU lenses, camera uses color matrix metering III - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 150
To choose a metering option, press the Y button and rotate the main command dial until the desired setting is displayed in the viewfinder and top control panel. Y button Main command dial Top control panel Viewfinder Z A See Also For information on making separate adjustments - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 151
be stopped down to the aperture value selected by the camera (modes e and f ) or the value chosen by the user (modes g and h), allowing depth of field to be previewed in the viewfinder. Pv button A Custom Setting e5-Modeling Flash This setting controls whether optional flash units such as the SB - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 152
in effect, an asterisk ("U") appears in the top control panel. To restore default shutter speed and aperture settings, rotate the dial until the asterisk is no longer displayed, choose another mode, or turn the camera off. A See Also See page 418 for information on the built-in exposure program. For - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 153
-priority auto, you choose the shutter speed while the camera automatically selects the aperture that will produce the optimal exposure the main command dial while the exposure meters are on. Shutter speed can be set to "p" or to values between 30 s and Main command dial 1/8,000 s. Shutter speed - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 154
aperture-priority auto, you choose the aperture while the camera automatically selects the shutter speed that will produce the meters are on. Aperture can be locked at Sub-command dial the selected setting (0 133). A Non-CPU Lenses (0 385, 388) Use the lens aperture ring to adjust aperture. If - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 155
h: Manual In manual exposure mode, you control both shutter speed and aperture. While the exposure meters are on, rotate the main command dial to choose a shutter speed, and the sub-command dial to set aperture. Shutter speed can be set to "p" or to values between 30 s and 1/8,000 s, or the shutter - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 156
A AF Micro NIKKOR Lenses Provided that an external exposure meter is used, the exposure ratio need only be taken into account when the lens aperture ring is used to set aperture. A Exposure Indicators The exposure indicators in the viewfinder and top control panel show whether the photograph would - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 157
remain open while the shutter-release button is held down. camera. A Long Time-Exposures Z Close the viewfinder eyepiece shutter to prevent light entering via the viewfinder from appearing in the photograph or interfering with exposure (0 114). Nikon recommends using a fully charged EN-EL18 battery - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 158
dial until "A" appears in the shutter-speed displays. The exposure indicators do not appear when "A" is selected. 4 Press the shutter-release button all the way down. Press the shutter-release button on the camera or remote cord all the way down. The shutter will remain open while the shutter - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 159
exposure modes, aperture lock in aperture-priority auto and manual exposure modes. Shutter speed and aperture lock are not available in programmed auto exposure mode. 1 Assign shutter speed and aperture lock to a camera control. Select Shutter spd & aperture lock as the "Press + command dials - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 160
Sub-command dial To unlock aperture, press the control and rotate the subcommand dial until the F icons disappear from the displays. Z A See Also Use Custom Setting f8 (Shutter spd & aperture lock; 0 334) to keep shutter speed and/or aperture locked at the selected values. 134 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 161
produce the desired results. 1 Lock exposure. Position the subject in the selected focus point and press the shutterrelease button halfway. With the shutter-release button pressed halfway and the subject positioned in the focus point, press the center of the subselector to lock exposure (if you are - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 162
can not be changed while exposure lock is in effect. A See Also If On is selected for Custom Setting c1 (Shutter-release button AE-L, 0 316), exposure will lock when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. For information on changing the role of the center of the subselector, see Custom - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 163
Exposure Compensation Exposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera, making pictures brighter or darker. It is most effective when used with center-weighted or spot metering (0 123). Choose from values between -5 EV (underexposure) and +5 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 164
control panel after you release the E button. The current value for exposure compensation can be confirmed in the exposure indicator by pressing the E button. Normal exposure can be restored by setting exposure compensation to ±0.0. Exposure compensation is not reset when the camera is turned off - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 165
ADL), or white balance slightly with each shot, "bracketing" the current value. Choose in situations in which it is difficult to set exposure, flash level (i-TTL and, where supported, auto aperture flash control modes only; see pages 193 and 198), Active D-Lighting, or white balance and there is not - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 166
1 Select flash or exposure G button bracketing for Custom Setting e6 (Auto bracketing set) in the Custom Settings menu. To display the menus, press the G button. Select Custom Setting e6 (Auto bracketing set) in the Custom Settings menu, highlight an option, and press J. Choose AE & J button - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 167
of shots is shown in the top control panel. Number of shots D button Main command Top control panel dial Exposure and flash bracketing indicator At settings other than zero, a M icon and exposure and flash bracketing indicator will be displayed in the viewfinder and top control panel. Z 141 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 168
the D button, rotate the sub-command dial to choose the exposure increment. Exposure increment D button Sub-command Top control panel dial At default settings, the size of the increment can be chosen from 1/3, 2/3, and 1 EV. The bracketing programs with an increment of 1/3 EV are listed below - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 169
4 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot. The camera will vary exposure and/or flash level shot-by-shot according to the bracketing program selected. Modifications to exposure are added to those made with - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 170
the number of shots specified in the bracketing program have been taken. Shooting will resume the next time the shutter-release button is pressed. If 1 is selected for Custom Setting c3 (Self-timer) > Number of shots (0 317) in self-timer mode, the camera will take one shot each time the shutter - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 171
❚❚ White Balance Bracketing The camera creates multiple copies of each photograph, each with a different white balance. For more information on white balance, see page 153. 1 Select white balance bracketing. Choose WB bracketing for Custom Setting e6 Auto bracketing set. 2 Choose the number of shots - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 172
3 Select a white balance increment. Pressing the D button, rotate the sub-command dial to choose the white balance adjustment. Each increment is roughly equivalent to 5 mired. White balance increment D button Sub-command Top control panel dial Choose from increments of 1 (5 mired), 2 (10 mired), - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 173
for the affected card will flash in the top control panel, a flashing j icon will appear in the viewfinder as shown at right, and the shutter release will be disabled. Shooting can begin when a new memory card is inserted. Z 147 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 174
activated. A White Balance Bracketing Z White balance bracketing is not available at an image quality of NEF (RAW). Selecting NEF (RAW), NEF (RAW)+JPEG the shutter is released, regardless of the option selected for Custom Setting c3 (Self-timer) > Number of shots (0 317). If the camera is turned off - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 175
❚❚ ADL Bracketing The camera varies Active D-Lighting over a series of exposures. For more information on Active D-Lighting, see page 184. 1 Select ADL bracketing. Choose ADL bracketing for Custom Setting e6 Auto bracketing set. 2 Choose the number of shots. Pressing the D button, rotate the main - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 176
3 Select Active D-Lighting. Pressing the D button, rotate the sub-command dial to choose Active D-Lighting. D button Sub-command dial Active D-Lighting is shown in the top control panel. Control panel display ADL Control panel display ADL Y P Auto High R Z Low Extra high 1 Z Q Normal - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 177
4 Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot. The camera will vary Active D-Lighting shot-by-shot according to the bracketing program selected. While bracketing is in effect, a bracketing progress indicator will be displayed in - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 178
the number of shots specified in the bracketing Z program have been taken. Shooting will resume the next time the shutter-release button is pressed. If 1 is selected for Custom Setting c3 (Self-timer) > Number of shots (0 317) in self-timer mode, the camera will take one shot each time the shutter - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 179
rWhite Balance White Balance Options White balance ensures that colors are unaffected by the color of the light source. Auto white balance is recommended with most light sources. If the desired results can not be achieved with auto white balance, choose an option from the list below or use preset - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 180
K values (0 160). Use subject, light source, or existing L Preset manual - photograph as reference for white balance (0 163). * All values are pressing the U button and rotating the main command dial until the desired setting is displayed in the rear control panel. U button Main command dial - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 181
white balance. A See Also When WB bracketing is selected for Custom Setting e6 (Auto bracketing set, 0 325), the camera will create several images each time the shutter is released. White balance will be varied with each image, "bracketing" the value currently selected for white balance. See page - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 182
of the light source or to introduce a deliberate color cast into an image. White balance is fine-tuned using the White balance option in the shooting If an option other than Auto, Fluorescent, Choose color temp., or Preset manual is selected, proceed to Step 2. If Auto or Fluorescent is selected, - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 183
) axis has the similar effects to the corresponding color compensation (CC) filters. Increase green Green (G) Blue (B) Amber (A) Increase magenta Increase blue Magenta (M) Increase amber 3 Press J. r Press J to save settings and return to the shooting menu. If white balance has been fine - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 184
absolute. For example, moving the cursor to B (blue) when a "warm" setting such as J (Incandescent) is selected for white balance will make photographs slightly " and as such is the unit used in color-temperature compensation filters. E.g.: • 4000 K-3000 K (a difference of 1000 K)=83 mired • 7000 K- - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 185
color temp.) and L (Preset manual), the U button can be used to fine-tune white balance on the amber (A)-blue (B) axis (0 157; to fine-tune white balance when L is selected, use the shooting menu as described on page 156). Six settings in both directions are available; each increment is equivalent - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 186
the G button and select White balance in the shooting menu. Highlight Choose color r temp. and press 2. 2 Select a value for amber- blue. Press 4 or 2 to highlight digits and press 1 or 3 to change. Value for amber (A)-blue (B) axis 160 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 187
3 Select a value for green- magenta. Press 4 or 2 to highlight the G (green) or M (magenta) axis and press 1 or 3 to select a value. Value for green (G)-magenta (M) axis 4 Press J. Press J to save changes and return to the shooting menu. If a value other than 0 is selected for the green (G)- - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 188
control panel (adjustments are made in mireds; 0 158). To enter a color temperature directly in increments of 10 K, press the U button and press 4 or 2 to highlight a digit and press 1 or 3 to change. U button Sub-command dial Rear control panel r 162 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 189
Preset Manual Preset manual is used to record and recall custom white balance settings for shooting under mixed lighting or to compensate for light sources with a strong color cast. The camera can store up to four values for preset white balance in presets d-1 through d-4. Two methods are available - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 190
increased by 1 EV when measuring white balance; in exposure mode h, adjust exposure so that the exposure indicator shows ±0 (0 130). 2 Set white balance to L (Preset manual). Press the U button and rotate the main command dial until L is displayed in the rear control panel. U button Rear control - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 191
white balance. Before the indicators stop flashing, frame the reference object so that it fills the viewfinder and press the shutter-release button all the way down. The camera will measure a value for white balance and store it in the preset selected in Step 3. No photograph will be recorded; white - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 192
Viewfinder If lighting is too dark or too bright, the camera may be unable to measure white balance. A flashing b a will appear in the control panels and viewfinder for about six seconds. Press Top control panel the shutter-release button halfway to return to Step 5 and measure white balance - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 193
, direct measurement mode will end in the time selected for Custom Setting c2 (Standby timer, 0 316). A Protected Presets If the current you attempt to measure a new value. A Selecting a Preset Selecting Preset manual for the White balance option in the shooting menu displays the dialog shown at - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 194
. G button Press the G button and select White balance in the shooting menu. Highlight Preset manual and press 2. 2 Select a destination. Highlight the destination preset (d-1 to d-4) and press the center of the multi selector. 3 Choose Select image. Highlight Select image and press 2. r 168 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 195
frame, press and hold the X button. To view images in other locations, press W and select the desired card and folder (0 236). 5 Copy white balance. Press J to copy the white balance value for the highlighted - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 196
Follow the steps below to enter a descriptive comment of up to thirty-six characters for a selected white balance preset. 1 Select L (Preset manual). Highlight Preset manual in the white balance menu (0 168) and press 2. 2 Select a preset. Highlight the desired preset and press the center of the - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 197
white balance preset. Protected presets can not be modified and the Fine-tune and Edit comment options can not be used. 1 Select L (Preset manual). Highlight Preset manual in the white balance menu (0 168) and press 2. 2 Select a preset. Highlight the desired preset and press the center of the multi - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 198
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JImage Enhancement Picture Controls Nikon's unique Picture Control system makes it possible to share image processing settings, including sharpening, contrast, brightness, saturation, and hue, among compatible devices and software. Selecting a Picture Control The camera offers a choice of preset - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 200
Custom Picture Controls can be saved to a memory card for sharing among other D4 cameras and compatible software (0 182). A The Picture Control Indicator The current Picture can also be selected using the Set Picture Control option in the shooting menu (0 293). Picture Control indicator 174 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 201
custom Picture Controls (0 179) can be modified to suit the scene or the user's creative intent. Choose a balanced combination of settings using Quick adjust, or make manual adjustments to individual settings. 1 Select a Picture Control. Highlight the desired Picture Control in the Picture Control - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 202
this resets all manual adjustments). For example, choosing positive values for Vivid makes pictures more vivid. Not available with Neutral, orange, greens more blue, and blues more purple. Filter effects Simulate the effect of color filters on monochrome photographs. Choose from OFF, yellow, - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 203
Monochrome is selected). Release the W button to return to the Picture Control menu. A Previous Settings The line under the value display in the Picture Control setting menu indicates the previous value for the setting. Use this as a reference when adjusting settings. A Filter Effects (Monochrome - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 204
Toning is selected displays saturation options. Press 4 or 2 to adjust saturation. Saturation control is not available when B&W (black-and-white) is selected. A Custom Picture Controls The options available with custom Picture Controls are the same as those on which the custom Picture Control was - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 205
Creating Custom Picture Controls The preset Picture Controls supplied with the camera can be modified and saved as custom Picture Controls. 1 Select Manage Picture G button Control in the shooting menu. To display the menus, press the G button. - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 206
abandon any changes and start over from default settings, press the O (Q) button. Press J when settings are complete. 5 Select a destination. Name area default, new Picture Controls are named by adding a two-digit number (assigned automatically) to the name of the existing Picture Control; - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 207
7 Save changes and exit. Press J to save changes and exit. The new Picture Control will appear in the Picture Control list. J button A Manage Picture Control > Rename Custom Picture Controls can be renamed at any time using the Rename option in the Manage Picture Control menu. A Manage Picture - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 208
available with ViewNX 2 or optional software such as Capture NX 2 can be copied to a memory card and loaded into the camera, or custom Picture Controls created with the camera can be copied to the memory card to be used in other D4 cameras - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 209
to 99 custom Picture Controls can be stored on the memory card at any one time. The memory card can only be used to store user-created custom Picture Controls. The preset Picture Controls supplied with the camera (0 173) can not be copied to the memory card, renamed, or deleted. J 183 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 210
in the shooting menu adjusts exposure before shooting to optimize the dynamic range, while the D-Lighting option in the retouch menu optimizes dynamic range in images after shooting. 184 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 211
appear in photographs taken with Active D-Lighting. Uneven shading may be visible with some subjects. Active D-Lighting can not be used at ISO sensitivities of Hi 0.3 or above. A See Also When ADL bracketing is selected for Custom Setting e6 (Auto bracketing set, 0 325), the camera varies Active - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 212
and shadows by combining two shots taken at different exposures. HDR is most EV). It can not be used to record NEF (RAW) images. Movie recording (0 63), flash lighting (0 191), bracketing in effect and a shutter speed of A is not available. + First exposure (darker) Second exposure (brighter) - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 213
On (series). HDR shooting will continue J button until you select Off for HDR mode. • To take one HDR photograph, select On (single photo). Normal shooting will resume automatically after you have created a single HDR photograph. • To exit without creating additional HDR photographs, select Off. If - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 214
required may not produce the desired results; if Auto is selected, the camera will automatically adjust exposure to suit the scene. 4 Choose the amount of smoothing. To choose how much the boundaries between the two images are smoothed, highlight Smoothing and press 2. J The options shown - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 215
, focus, and shoot. The camera takes two exposures when the shutter-release button is pressed all the way down. "l y" will be displayed in the top control panel and l u in the viewfinder while the images are Top control panel combined; no photographs can be taken until recording is complete - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 216
HDR settings can be adjusted separately for each bank (0 294), but switching to a bank in which HDR is active during multiple exposure (0 210) or interval timer shooting (0 216) disables HDR. HDR is also disabled if you switch to a bank in which an NEF (RAW) option is selected for image quality - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 217
lFlash Photography Using a Flash The camera supports the Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) and can be used with CLS-compatible flash units. Optional flash units can be attached directly to the camera accessory shoe as described below. The accessory shoe is equipped with a safety lock for flash - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 218
to the SB-910, SB-900, or SB-700 when v or N (flash) is selected for white balance, the camera will automatically detect the filter and adjust white balance appropriately. 2 Wireless flash control is not available with the SB-400. 3 Controlled remotely with optional SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, or SB-700 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 219
with flash unit. 3 Standard i-TTL flash for digital SLR is used with spot metering. 4 Selected with flash unit. l 5 Auto aperture (AA) is used regardless of mode selected with flash unit. 6 Can be selected with camera. 7 Select 1/250 s (Auto FP) for Custom Setting e1 (Flash sync speed, 0 323 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 220
- ✔ ✔ 1 Flash mode is automatically set to TTL and shutter-release is disabled. Set flash unit to A (non-TTL auto flash). 2 Autofocus is available with AF-S VR Micro-Nikkor 105mm f/2.8G IF-ED and AF-S Micro NIKKOR 60mm f/2.8G ED lenses only. l 3 Available when camera is used to select flash mode - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 221
Optional Flash Units Refer to the flash unit manual for detailed instructions. If the unit supports CLS, refer to the section on CLS-compatible digital SLR cameras. The D4 is not included in the "digital SLR" category in the SB-80DX, SB-28DX, and SB-50DX manuals. i-TTL flash control can be used at - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 222
provide AF-assist illumination with the following restrictions: • SB-910 and SB-900: AF-assist illumination is available with 17-135 mm AF lenses, however, 17-19 mm 20-105 mm 106-135 mm autofocus is available only with the focus points shown at right. • SB-800, SB-600, and SU-800: AF - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 223
voltages or voltages over 250 V applied to the accessory shoe could not only prevent normal operation, but damage the sync circuitry of the camera or flash. Before using a Nikon flash unit not listed in this section, contact a Nikon-authorized service representative for more information. l 197 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 224
When a CLS-compatible flash unit is set to TTL, the camera automatically selects one of the following types of flash control: i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR: Flash unit emits series of nearly invisible preflashes (monitor preflashes) immediately before main flash. Preflashes reflected - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 225
situations in which quick reduction shutter response is required. Do not move camera during shooting. Combines red-eye reduction with slow sync. Use for Red-eye reduction with slow sync portraits taken against a backdrop of night scenery. Available only with SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, SB - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 226
not support red-eye reduction. 2 Red-eye reduction with slow sync is available only in Available only in exposure modes e and g. In modes f and h, slow sync becomes front-curtain sync. 4 In exposure modes e and g, flash-sync mode will be set to slow rear-curtain sync when the M button is released - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 227
250 s-1/60 s) 1, 2 Value selected by user (1/250 s-30 s) 2 Set automatically by camera (1/250 s-1/60 s) 1, 2 Value selected by user (1/250 s-30 s, A) 2 Aperture See page Set automatically 126 by camera 127 Value selected 128 by user 3 129 1 Shutter speed may be set as slow as 30 s in slow - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 228
Flash Compensation Flash compensation can be used with i-TTL or AA flash control (available with compatible flash units only) to alter flash output by from -3EV to +1EV in increments of 1/3EV, changing the brightness of the main subject - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 229
displayed in the viewfinder after you release the M button. The current value for flash compensation can be confirmed by pressing the M button. Normal flash output can be restored by setting flash compensation to ±0.0. Flash compensation is not reset when the camera is turned off. A Optional Flash - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 230
FV Lock This feature is used to lock flash output, allowing photographs to be the camera accessory shoe. 3 Set the flash unit to the appropriate mode. Turn the flash unit on and set the flash mode to TTL, monitor pre-flash AA, or monitor pre-flash A. See the Speedlight l instruction manual for - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 231
in the center of the frame and press the shutter-release button halfway to focus. 5 Lock flash level. After confirming that the flash-ready indicator (M) is displayed in the viewfinder, press the Fn button. The flash will emit a monitor preflash to determine the appropriate flash level. Flash output - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 232
lock. Press the Fn button to release FV lock. Confirm that the FV lock icons (P and e) are no longer displayed in the using the Pv button or center of the sub-selector for FV lock, see Custom Setting f4 (Assign preview button, 0 333) or Custom Setting f6 (Assign sub-selector center, 0 333). 206 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 233
tOther Shooting Options Two-Button Reset: Restoring Default Settings The camera settings listed below can be restored to default values by holding the S and U buttons down together for more than two seconds (these buttons are marked by a - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 234
Accessible from the Shooting Menu1 Option Image quality Image size White balance Fine-tuning Picture Control settings 2 HDR (high dynamic range) Default JPEG normal Large Auto > Normal A-B: 0, G-M: 0 Unmodified Off 3 Option ISO sensitivity Auto ISO sensitivity control Multiple exposure Interval - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 235
AF Live view/movie Normal-area AF Option Live view monitor hue Metering Bracketing Flash mode Flash compensation FV lock Exposure bracketing programs. 3 Only settings in the bank currently selected using the Custom settings bank option will be reset (0 305). Settings in the remaining banks are - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 236
. Multiple exposures can make use of RAW data from the camera image sensor to produce colors noticeably superior to those in software-generated longer than the option selected for Custom Setting c2. If no operations are performed for 30 s after the monitor has turned off during playback or menu - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 237
shooting will J button continue until you select Off for Multiple exposure mode. • To take one multiple exposure, select On (single photo). Normal shooting will resume automatically after you have created a single multiple exposure. • To exit without creating additional multiple exposures, select - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 238
a single photograph and press J. A The D Button If Multiple exposure is selected for Custom Setting f9 (Assign BKT button; 0 335), you can select the multiple exposure mode by pressing the ) is selected and n when On (single photo) is selected; no icon appears when multiple exposure is off. t 212 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 239
-release button is pressed; if On (single photo) is selected, multiple exposure shooting will end after the first photograph. In self-timer mode, the camera will automatically record the number of exposures selected in Step 3 on page 212, regardless of the option selected for Custom Setting - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 240
selected for multiple exposure mode; if On (single photo) is selected, multiple exposure shooting ends automatically when the the specified number of exposures have been taken, select Off for multiple exposure mode. If The camera is turned off • The battery is exhausted • Pictures are deleted t 214 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 241
(randomly-spaced bright pixels, fog, or lines) may appear in photographs taken with Off selected for auto gain (0 213). The information listed in the playback photo information display (including date of recording and camera orientation) is for the first shot in the multiple exposure. A Voice - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 242
a release mode other than self-timer (E) when using the interval timer. Before beginning interval timer photography, take a test shot at current settings and view the results in the monitor. Before choosing a starting time, select Time zone and date in the setup menu and make sure that the camera - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 243
a starting time. Chose from the following starting triggers. • To start shooting immediately, highlight Now and press 2. Shooting begins about 3 s after settings are completed; proceed to Step 3. • To choose a starting time, highlight Start time and press 2 to display the start time options shown - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 244
shots will be taken at the specified image to the memory card may vary from shot to shot, the interval between a shot being recorded and the start t of the next shot may vary. If shooting can not proceed at current settings (for example, if a shutter speed of A is currently selected in manual - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 245
but no pictures will be taken. Resume shooting (0 221) after deleting some pictures or turning the camera off and inserting another memory not available when Record movies is selected for Custom Setting g4 (Assign shutter button, 0 343). A Bracketing Adjust bracketing settings before starting - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 246
is released, the shutter speed and aperture will be displayed until the standby timer expires). To view current interval timer settings, select back and shooting and menu settings can be adjusted freely while interval timer photography is in progress. The monitor will turn off automatically about - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 247
off and then on again (if desired, the memory card can be replaced while the camera is off ) • Selecting self-timer (E) release mode To resume shooting: 1 Choose a new starting time. Choose a new starting time as described on page 217. 2 Resume shooting. Highlight Restart and press J. Note that - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 248
at the rate given on page 112. In S (single frame) and CL (continuous low-speed) modes, photographs will be taken at the rate chosen for Custom Setting d2 (Shooting speed, 0 318) > Continuous low-speed; in mode J, camera noise will be reduced. t A Shooting Menu Banks Changes to interval timer - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 249
that you briefly switch to movie live view and check the current image area crop in the monitor (0 63); note, however, that time-lapse photography is not available in live view. Use of a tripod is recommended. Mount the camera on a tripod before shooting begins. To ensure that shooting is not - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 250
the area in the final photograph, with the result that optimal results may not be achieved. Take test shots and check the results in the monitor. 224 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 251
to record the image to the available in live view (0 49, 63), at a shutter speed of A (0 131) or when bracketing (0 139), High Dynamic Range (HDR, 0 186), multiple exposure (0 210), or interval timer photography (0 216) is active. A Release Mode Regardless of the release mode selected, the camera - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 252
for movies recorded using time-lapse photography is 20 minutes. A Cover the Viewfinder To prevent light entering via the viewfinder interfering with can be viewed by pressing the shutter-release button halfway. Regardless of the option selected for Custom Setting c2 (Standby timer, 0 316), the - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 253
camera off • Removing the lens • Connecting a USB or HDMI cable • Inserting a memory card into an empty slot • Pressing the shutter-release Image review in the playback menu (0 289). Other playback operations can not be performed while the frame is displayed. A See Also For information on setting - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 254
to use center-weighted or spot metering to achieve accurate results with some lenses, including Reflex-NIKKOR lenses) • Improves the precision of center-weighted and spot metering and i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR A Focal Length Not Listed If the correct focal length is not listed - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 255
The camera can store data for up to nine non-CPU lenses. To enter or edit data for a non-CPU lens: 1 Select Non-CPU lens G button data in the setup menu. Press the G button to display the - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 256
lens data when using a non-CPU lens: 1 Assign non-CPU lens number selection to a camera control. Select Choose non-CPU lens number as the "Press + command dials" option for a camera control in the Custom Settings menu (0 332). Non-CPU lens number selection can be assigned to the Fn button (Custom - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 257
, altitude, Coordinated Universal Time (UTC), and heading to be recorded with each photograph taken. The camera can be used with an optional GP-1 GPS unit (see below; note that the is an optional GPS unit designed for use with Nikon digital cameras. For information on connecting the unit, see the - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 258
the MC-35 using a cable with a D-sub 9-pin connector provided by the manufacturer of the GPS device. See the MC-35 instruction manual for details. Before turning the camera on, set the GPS device to NMEA mode (4800 baud); see the documentation provided with the GPS device for more information. MC-35 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 259
the k icon: • k (static): Camera has established communication with a GPS device. Photo information for pictures taken while this icon is displayed include an The heading is only recorded if the GPS device is equipped with a digital compass (note that the GP-1 is not equipped with a compass). - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 260
GPS device is connected, when it displays the current latitude, longitude, altitude, Coordinated Universal Time (UTC), and heading (if supported) as reported by the GPS device. • Use GPS to set camera clock: Select Yes to synchronize the camera clock with the time reported by the GPS device. t 234 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 261
button most recent photograph will be displayed in the monitor. Additional pictures can be displayed by pressing 4 or 2; to view additional information on the current photograph, press 1 or 3 (0 238). Thumbnail Playback To view multiple images, press the W button when a picture is displayed full - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 262
the current picture (0 249) X: Zoom in (0 247) W: View multiple images (0 235) J: Use in combination with the multi selector as described below H:Record the camera (0 354). To embed IPTC preset in current photo, highlight preset and press J (any preset already embedded in current photo will - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 263
playback menu (0 289), photographs are automatically displayed in the monitor after shooting (because the camera is already in the correct orientation, images are not rotated automatically during image review). In continuous release mode, display begins when shooting ends, with the first photograph - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 264
if a GPS device was used when the photo was taken, while IPTC presets are displayed only if embedded in the photo (0 354). 1/12 1/12 N I KON D4 100NC_D4 DSC_0001. JPG 15/04/2011 10: 02: 27 NORMAL 4928x3280 File information None (image only) 1/ 125 F5. 6 100 50mm 0, 0 100NC_D4 DSC_0001 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 265
15/04/2011 10: 02: 27 4928x3280 12 11 10 9 8 Image quality 90 9 Image size 93 10 Image area 3 85 11 Time of recording 31 12 Date of recording photograph was taken using AF-C, focus point is only displayed if option other than auto-area AF was selected for AF-area mode and camera was able - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 266
❚❚ Highlights 1 2 100-1 1 Image highlights 1 2 Folder number-frame number 2....... 296 3 Highlight display indicator 4 Current channel 1 RGB Highlights Select R, G, B 43 1 Flashing areas indicate highlights (areas that may be overexposed) for - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 267
❚❚ RGB Histogram 1 2 3 4 RGB 100-1 5 1 Image highlights 1 2 Folder number-frame number 2 .......296 6 3 White balance 153 7 Color temperature 160 White balance fine-tuning 156 8 Preset manual 163 4 Current channel 1 5 Histogram (RGB channel). In all histograms, horizontal axis - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 268
with the multi selector. The histogram will be updated to show only the data for the portion of the image visible in the monitor. A Histograms Camera histograms are intended as a guide only and may differ from those displayed in imaging applications. Some sample histograms are shown below: If the - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 269
Flash mode 4 199 9 Flash control 4 324 Flash compensation 4 202 10 Camera name 11 Image area 5 85 12 Folder number-frame number 5 .......296 13 WHI T : 0 N I KON D4 100-1 13 White balance 153 Color temperature 160 White balance fine-tuning 156 Preset manual 163 14 Color space 299 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 270
29 Copyright holder 353 The fourth page of the shooting data is only displayed if copyright information was recorded with the photograph as described on page 353. N I KON D4 100-1 1 Displayed in red if photo was taken with auto ISO sensitivity control on. 2 Displayed if Custom Setting b6 (Fine - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 271
LONGI TUDE :E : 139º 43. 696' 3 ALT I TUDE : 35m 4 T I ME (UTC) : 15/04/2011 5 : 01 : 15 : 00 2 Longitude 3 Altitude 4 Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) 5 Heading 2 N I KON D4 6 6 Camera name 100-1 7 Image area 3 85 78 8 Folder number-frame number 3 .......296 1 Data for movies are - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 272
04/2011 10: 15: 00 4928x3280 14 13 12 11 10 9 1 Frame number/total number of frames 2 Voice memo icon 255 3 Protect status 249 4 Retouch indicator 361 5 Camera name 6 IPTC preset indicator 236, 354 7 Histogram showing the distribution of tones in the image (0 242). 8 Image quality 90 9 Image - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 273
X to zoom 36×24 (3 : 2) format images in to maximum of approximately 30 × (large images), 23 × (medium images) or 15 × (small images). Press W to zoom out. While photo is zoomed in, use multi selector to view areas of image not visible in monitor. Keep multi selector pressed to scroll - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 274
Use Description Rotate main command dial to view same location in other photos at current zoom ratio. Playback zoom is cancelled when a movie is displayed. L (Z/Q) See page 249 for more information. / K G Press the shutter-release button halfway or press the K button to exit to shooting mode - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 275
using the O (Q) button or the Delete option in the playback menu. Note that protected images will be deleted when the memory card is formatted (0 36, 345). To protect a photograph: 1 Select an image. Display the image in full-frame playback or playback zoom or highlight it in the thumbnail list - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 276
also apply to any voice memos that may have been recorded with the images. Voice memo overwrite status can not be set separately. A Removing Protection from All Images To remove protection from all images in the folder or folders currently selected in the Playback folder menu, press the L (Z/Q) and - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 277
or hidden can not be deleted. Full-Frame and Thumbnail Playback Press the O (Q) button to delete the current photograph. 1 Select an image. Display the image or highlight it in the thumbnail list. 2 Press the O (Q) button. O (Q) button The menu shown at right will be displayed; highlight - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 278
is chosen in Step 2 on the previous page. This I dialog is not displayed when All images is selected. • Image/voice memo: Select this option and press the O (Q) button to delete both photo and voice memo. • Voice memo only: Select this option and press the O (Q) button to delete only the voice memo - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 279
Menu Select Delete in the playback menu to delete pictures and their associated voice memos. Note that depending on the number of images, some time may be required for deletion. Option Description Q Selected Delete selected pictures. R All Delete all pictures in the folder currently selected - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 280
3 Select the highlighted picture. Press the center of the multi selector to select the highlighted picture. Selected pictures are marked by a O icon. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to select additional pictures; to deselect a picture, highlight it and press the center of the multi selector. 4 Press J to - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 281
ME-1 stereo microphones. Readying the Camera for Recording Before recording voice memos, adjust settings using the Voice memo options manual) 5, 10, 20, 30, 45, or 60 s. Unless On is selected for Image review in playback menu (0 289), recording will begin e when shutter-release button is released - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 282
mode even if one already Enable exists for most recent image (0 257). Existing memo will be deleted and replaced by new memo. ❚❚ Voice Memo Button This option controls manual recording. The following options are available: Option Description ! Press and hold Voice memo is recorded while - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 283
after the specified recording time has ended. Manual Recording (Shooting Mode) If On (Auto and manual) or Manual only is selected for Voice memo (0 for the Image review option (0 289) in the playback menu. A voice memo can however be added to the photograph displayed during image review even if - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 284
Display or highlight the photograph. Only one voice memo can be recorded per image; additional voice memos can not be recorded for images already marked with a h icon. 2 Press and hold the H button. playback mode, a C icon is displayed in the e monitor during recording. Rear control panel 258 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 285
release button or operating other camera controls may end recording. During interval timer photography, recording ends automatically about two seconds before the next photograph is taken. Recording also ends automatically when the camera icon will be displayed in the monitor. A Voice Memo File Names - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 286
is pressed again or entire memo has been played back. Delete voice memo O See page 252. e A Interrupting Playback Pressing the shutter-release button or operating other camera controls may end playback. Playback ends automatically when another image is selected or the camera is turned off. 260 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 287
optional headphones) or by a device to which the camera is connected via an HDMI cable. When sound is played back by the camera, the Audio output option also controls playback volume. memos are not played back. b icon is displayed when photo for which voice memo exists is viewed in monitor. e 261 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 288
e 262 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 289
is not interrupted, be sure the camera EN-EL18 battery is fully charged. If in doubt, charge the battery before use or use an EH-6b AC adapter and EP-6 power connector (available separately). ❚❚ Supplied Software ViewNX 2 includes a Your Imaging Toolbox "Nikon Transfer 2" function for copying - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 290
then choose the desired language (region selection is not available in the European release). w Select e Click Next language 3 Start the installer. Click Install and follow the onscreen instructions. Click Install D Installation Guide Q For help installing ViewNX 2, click Installation - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 291
the connector cover when the connector is not in use. A Windows To visit the Nikon website after installing ViewNX 2, select All Programs > Link to Nikon from the Windows start menu (Internet connection required). A Camera Control Pro 2 Camera Control Pro 2 software (available separately; 0 393 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 292
Enterprise/Ultimate (Service Pack 1), Windows Vista Home Basic/Home Premium/Business/Enterprise/ OS Ultimate (Service Pack 2), GB or more recommended) A minimum of 500 MB available on the startup disk (1 GB or more Hard-disk space recommended) Monitor • Resolution: 1024 × 768 pixels (XGA) or - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 293
. Turn the computer on and wait for it to start up. 3 Connect the USB cable. Connect the USB cable as shown. D USB Hubs Connect the camera directly to the computer; do not connect the cable via a USB hub or keyboard. D The USB Cable Clip To prevent cable from being disconnected, attach - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 294
2 as described below. 1 Under Import pictures and videos, click Change program. A program selection dialog will be displayed; select Import file using Nikon Transfer 2 and click OK. 2 Double-click Import file. 6 Click Start Transfer. At default settings, all the pictures on the memory card will be - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 295
or ftp Image transfer server, or upload new photos as they are taken. Camera Control camera from computer using control Camera Control Pro 2 (available separately). HTTP server Take photos and view existing photos remotely from a browser-equipped computer or iPhone. Synchronized release (WT - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 296
For more information, see the Network Guide and the documentation provided with the wireless transmitter. Be sure to update to the latest versions of the wireless transmitter firmware and supplied software. D Image Upload In image transfer, ftp upload, and transfer modes, the picture currently - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 297
on a PictBridge printer (0 439) connected directly to the camera. D Selecting Photographs for Printing Images created at image quality settings of NEF (RAW) or TIFF (RGB) (0 90) can not be selected for printing. JPEG copies of NEF (RAW) images can be created using the NEF (RAW) processing option - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 298
shown. Do not use force or attempt to insert the connectors at an angle. D USB Hubs Connect the camera directly to the printer; do not connect the cable via a USB hub. 3 Turn the camera on. A welcome screen will be displayed in the monitor, followed by a PictBridge playback display. q w Q 272 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 299
selector again to display the highlighted picture full frame. To view images in other locations, press W when thumbnails are displayed and and press 2 to select. Option Description Highlight a page size (only sizes supported by the Page size current printer are listed) and press J to select - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 300
Printer default (use current printer settings), Time stamp Print time stamp (print times and dates of recording on photos), or No time stamp and . Position the crop using the multi selector and press J. Note that print quality may drop if small crops are printed at large sizes. 4 Start printing - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 301
all JPEG pictures on the memory card, proceed to Step 4. Note that if the memory card contains more than 256 pictures, only the first 256 images will be printed. Q 275 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 302
to scroll through the pictures on the memory card (to view images in other locations, press W and L (Z/Q) button select the 1. The picture will be marked with a Z icon and the number of prints will be set to 1. Keeping the L (Z/Q) button pressed, press 1 or 3 to specify the number of - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 303
The DPOF print order option in the playback menu is used to create digital "print orders" for PictBridge-compatible printers and devices that support DPOF (0 439). 1 Choose Select/set for the DPOF print order item in the playback menu. G button Press the G button and select DPOF print order in - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 304
the pictures on the memory card (to view images in other locations, press W and L (Z/Q) will be marked with a Z icon and the number of prints will be set to 1. Keeping the L (Z/Q) button pressed, press 1 or 3 to specify date: Print date of recording on all pictures in print order. 278 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 305
order when the camera is connected to date of recording on photographs in the current print order, use the PictBridge Time stamp option. The DPOF print order option can not be used if there is not enough space on the memory card to store the print order. Images created at image quality settings - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 306
the device to the HDMI channel. 4 Turn the camera on and press K button. During playback, images will be displayed both in the camera monitor and on the high-definition television or monitor screen. Q D Close the Connector Cover Close the connector cover when the connectors are not in use. Foreign - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 307
for images output to the HDMI device. If Auto is selected, the camera will situations. If the camera is unable to determine the correct RGB video signal output range camera is connected to an HDMI device, shooting information will not be displayed in the monitor during live view photography - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 308
to the camera). Volume can be adjusted using television controls; the camera controls can not be used. A HDMI and Live View When the camera is connected shooting menu (0 74). Note that some HDMI devices may not support the selected setting; in this case, select 1080i (interlaced) for HDMI > Output - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 309
UMenu Guide D The Playback Menu: Managing Images To display the playback menu, press G and select the K (playback menu) tab. G button Option 0 Delete 253 Playback folder 284 Hide image 284 Playback display options 285 Copy image(s) 286 Image review 289 After delete 290 Rotate tall - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 310
). Option Description NC_D4 Pictures in all folders created with the D4 will be visible during playback. All Pictures in all folders will D Protected and Hidden Images Revealing a protected image will also remove protection from the image. 1 Choose Select/set. Highlight Select/set and press 2 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 311
highlighted picture full screen, press and hold the X button; to view images in other locations, press W and select the desired card and folder as Options G button ➜ D playback menu Choose the information available in the playback photo information display (0 238). Press 1 or 3 to highlight - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 312
Select pictures to be copied. Select destination folder Select destination folder on remaining card. Copy image(s)? Copy selected pictures to specified destination. 1 Choose Select source. Highlight Select source and press 2. 2 Select the source card. Highlight the slot for the card containing - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 313
center of the multi selector to select or deselect (to view the highlighted picture full screen, press and hold the X button). Selected images are marked with a L. Press J to proceed to Step 7 when your selection is complete. 7 Choose Select destination folder. Highlight Select destination folder - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 314
press J. To choose from a list of existing folders, choose Select folder from list, highlight a folder, and press J. 9 Copy the images. Highlight Copy image(s)? and press J. J button A confirmation dialog will be displayed; highlight Yes and press J. Press J again to exit when copying is complete - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 315
sure the battery is fully charged before copying movies. If the destination folder contains an image with the same name as one of the images to be images. Hidden images can not be copied. Image Review G button ➜ D playback menu Choose whether pictures are automatically displayed in the monitor - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 316
described for Show next. If user was scrolling through pictures in images are not rotated automatically during image review. Option Description "Tall" (portrait-orientation) pictures are automatically rotated for On display in the camera monitor. Pictures taken with Off selected for Auto image - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 317
or hide photo info (still images only; 0 238). Pause or resume slide show. Voice memo J playback may continue after J button has been pressed. G End slide show and return to playback menu. K End slide show and exit to full-frame or thumbnail playback (0 235). Press shutter-release - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 318
The dialog shown at right is displayed when the show ends. Select Restart to restart or Exit to return to the playback menu. ❚❚ Audio Playback Choose On to play voice memos during slide shows (the sound recorded with movies always plays regardless of the option selected). The following options will - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 319
menu bank Extended menu banks Storage folder File naming Primary slot selection Secondary slot function Image quality Image size Image area JPEG compression NEF (RAW) recording White balance Set Picture Control Manage Picture Control 0 Option 294 Color space 295 Active D-Lighting 296 HDR (high - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 320
to Picture Controls (quick adjust and other manual adjustments), changes to settings in one bank have no effect on the others. To store a particular combination of frequently-used settings, select one of the four banks and set the camera to these settings. The new settings will be stored in the bank - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 321
menu and press O (Q). A confirmation dialog will be displayed; highlight Yes and press J to restore default settings for the selected bank. See page 412 for a list of default settings. Extended Menu Banks G button ➜ C shooting menu Select On to include exposure mode, shutter speed (modes - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 322
➜ C shooting menu Select the folder in which subsequent images will be stored. ❚❚ Select Folder by Number 1 current primary slot (0 95) underlined. 2 Choose a folder number. Press 4 or 2 to highlight a digit, press 1 or 3 to change. If a folder with the selected number already exists, a W, X, - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 323
the shutter-release will be disabled and no further photographs can be taken. To continue shooting, create a folder with a number less than 999, or select an existing folder with a number less than 999 and less than 999 images. A Startup Time Additional time may be required for camera - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 324
are used: ".NEF" for NEF (RAW) images, ".TIF" for TIFF (RGB) images, ".JPG" for JPEG images, ".MOV" for movies, and ".NDF" for dust off reference data. In each pair of photographs recorded at image-quality settings of NEF (RAW)+JPEG, the NEF and JPEG images have the same file names but different - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 325
photographs taken in the Adobe RGB color space, allowing applications that support color management to automatically select the correct color space. For more information, see the documentation provided with the application or device. A Nikon Software ViewNX 2 (supplied) and Capture NX 2 (available - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 326
D lenses (DX and PC lenses excluded). images may exhibit noise (fog) or variations in peripheral brightness, while custom Picture Controls and preset Picture Controls that have been modified from default settings may not produce the desired effect. Take test shots and view the results in the monitor - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 327
does not apply to movies and is available only with type G and D lenses (PC, fisheye, and certain other lenses excluded); results are not guaranteed with other lenses. Before using auto distortion control with DX lenses, select On for Auto DX crop or choose an image area of DX (24×16) 1.5× (0 85 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 328
flash in the shutter speed/aperture displays and pictures can not be taken (if the camera is turned off before processing is complete, the picture will be saved but noise reduction will not be performed). In continuous release mode, frame rates will slow and while photographs are being processed - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 329
A Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings To display the Custom Settings menu, press G and select the A (Custom Settings menu) tab. G button Custom Settings are used to customize camera settings to suit individual preferences. Main menu Custom Setting groups Custom settings bank (0 305) U - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 330
309 e5 Modeling flash 325 a5 Focus point illumination 310 e6 Auto bracketing set 325 a6 Focus point wrap-around 310 e7 Auto bracketing (Mode M) 326 317 c4 Monitor off delay 317 d Shooting/display d1 Beep 318 d2 Shooting speed 318 d3 Max. continuous release 319 d4 Exposure delay mode - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 331
four banks and set the camera to these settings. The new settings will be stored in the bank even when the camera is turned off, and will be restored the next time the bank is selected. Different combinations of settings can be stored in the other banks, allowing the user to switch instantly from - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 332
top control panel and information displays show the current Custom Settings bank. A See Also Menu defaults are listed on page 414. If settings in the current bank have been modified from default values, an asterisk will be displayed adjacent to the altered settings in the second level of the Custom - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 333
shutter-release button is pressed (release priority) or only when the camera is in focus (focus priority). Option G Release B Focus + release E Release + focus F Focus Description Photos can be taken whenever the shutter-release button is pressed. Photos can be taken even when the camera is - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 334
can be taken only when the camera is in focus (focus priority) or whenever the shutter-release button is pressed (release priority) in single-servo autofocus. Option G Release F Focus Description Photos can be taken whenever the shutter-release button is pressed. Photos can only be taken when the - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 335
Short) The camera immediately adjusts focus when the Off distance to the subject changes. Use when photographing a series of subjects at varying distances in quick succession. a4: AF Activation G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu If Shutter/AF-ON is selected, both the shutter-release button and - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 336
a5: Focus Point Illumination G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu The options in this menu control whether or not the focus points are illuminated. Option Description Manual focus Choose On to display the active focus point in manual focus mode mode. Continuous mode Choose On to display the - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 337
G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Choose the number of focus points available for manual focuspoint selection. Option Description B , and D AE lock (Reset on release) remains locked until the button is pressed a second time, the shutter is released, or the standby timer expires. Exposure - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 338
AE lock (Reset on release) E AE lock (Hold) F AF lock only Description Both B buttons perform the function selected for Custom Setting a8. Pressing the " (portrait) orientation with the camera rotated 90° clockwise, and for "tall" orientation with the camera rotated 90° counterclockwise. Select No - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 339
the step value is changed. If the current ISO sensitivity setting is not available at the new step value, ISO sensitivity will be rounded to the nearest available setting. b2: EV Steps for Exposure Cntrl G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Select the increments used when making adjustments to shutter - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 340
reset). As above, except that the exposure compensation value On selected using the command dial is not reset when the camera turns off or the standby timer expires. Off Exposure compensation is set by pressing the E button and rotating the main command dial. A Change Main/Sub The dial used to - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 341
, the average of the entire frame will be used for both CPU and non-CPU lenses. b6: Fine-Tune Optimal Exposure G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Use this option to fine-tune the exposure value selected by the camera. Exposure can be fine-tuned separately for each metering method by from +1 to -1 EV - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 342
menu If On is selected, exposure will lock when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. c2: Standby Timer G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Choose how long the camera continues to meter exposure when no operations are performed. The shutter-speed and aperture displays in the top control - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 343
when the Number of shots is more than 1. c4: Monitor off Delay G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Choose how long the monitor remains on when no operations are performed during playback (Playback; defaults to 10 s) and image review (Image review; defaults to 4 s), when menus (Menus; defaults to 20 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 344
d: Shooting/Display d1: Beep G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Choose the pitch and volume of the beep that sounds when the camera focuses using single-servo autofocus (0 97), when focus locks during live view photography, or while the release timer is counting down in self-timer mode (0 114), or - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 345
page 444 for more information on the capacity of the memory buffer. d4: Exposure Delay Mode G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu In situations where the slightest camera movement can blur pictures, select 1 s, 2 s, or 3 s to delay shutter release until one, two, or three seconds after the mirror is - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 346
new memory card is inserted in the camera. Note that a new folder is created automatically if a photograph is taken when the current folder contains 999 photographs. , the shutter-release button will be disabled and no further photographs can be taken. Choose Reset for Custom Setting d5 (File number - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 347
and Exposures remaining (k). Note that regardless of the option selected, memory buffer capacity will be shown while the shutter-release button is pressed. d8: Screen Tips G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Choose On to display tool tips for items selected in the information display (0 16). U 321 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 348
select Manual and choose Dark on light (B; black lettering) or Light on dark (W; white lettering). Monitor brightness will selected, the backlights turn off while the shutter-release button is pressed). Select Off for increased battery life. A Button Backlights The following controls are equipped - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 349
FP) Use auto FP high-speed sync when a compatible flash unit is attached (0 193). If other flash units are used, shutter speed is set to 1/250 s. When the camera shows a shutter speed of 1/250 s in exposure mode e or g, auto FP high- speed sync will be activated if the actual shutter speed is - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 350
➜ A Custom Settings menu Choose a flash control mode for optional SB-400 flash units. Option Description r TTL Flash output is adjusted automatically in response to shooting conditions (0 198). s Manual Choose a flash level between Full and 1/128 (1/128 of full power). Monitor pre-flashes - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 351
Flash G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu If On is selected when the camera is used with an optional flash unit that supports the Nikon Creative Lighting system (0 192), (0 149). Note that white balance bracketing is not available at image quality settings of NEF (RAW) or NEF (RAW) + JPEG. U 325 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 352
are affected when AE & flash or AE only is selected for Custom Setting e6 in manual exposure mode. Option F Flash/speed G Flash/speed/ aperture H Flash/aperture I Flash only Description Camera varies shutter speed (Custom Setting e6 set to AE only) or shutter speed and flash level (Custom - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 353
of the multi selector is pressed. Toggle between full-frame or thumbnail playback p Zoom on/off and playback zoom. Choose the initial zoom setting from Low magnification, Medium magnification, and High magnification. The zoom display will center on the active focus point. u Choose slot and - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 354
standby timer. If Do nothing is selected, the timer will not start when the multi selector is pressed. f3: Assign Fn Button G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Choose the role played by the Fn button, either by itself (Press) or when used in combination with the command dials (Press + command dials - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 355
fire in photos taken while the Fn button is pressed. 1 Bracketing burst If the Fn button is pressed while exposure, flash, or ADL bracketing is active in single frame or quiet shutterrelease mode, all shots in the current bracketing program will be taken each time the shutter-release button is - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 356
in other circumstances in which it is difficult to operate the K button with your left hand. Pressing the Fn button displays "MY MENU". Access top 3 item in MY MENU * 332). Selecting this option displays a message and sets Press + command dials to None. If another option is selected for Press + - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 357
and roll indicators in the viewfinder. Press the button a second time to clear the indicators from display. Roll Camera tilted right Camera level Camera tilted left Pitch Camera tilted forward Camera level Camera tilted back The roles of the pitch and roll indicators are reversed when the - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 358
i Choose image area choose from pre-selected image areas (0 85). Selecting Choose image area displays a list of image areas; and h) are made in increments of 1 EV, regardless of the option selected for Custom Setting b2 (EV steps for exposure cntrl, 0 313). Choose non- Press the Fn button and - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 359
by the center of the sub-selector, either by itself (Press) or when used in combination with the command dials (Press + command dials). The options available are the same as for Assign Fn button (0 328), except that Press has an additional Select center focus point option that allows the center of - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 360
. The default options for Press and Press + command dials are respectively AE/AF lock and None. f8: Shutter Spd & Aperture Lock G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Selecting On for Shutter speed lock locks shutter speed at the value currently selected in mode f or h. Selecting On for Aperture lock - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 361
f9: Assign BKT Button G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Choose the role played by the D button. If high dynamic range or multiple exposure is active while another function is assigned to the D button, - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 362
can only be adjusted with the lens aperture ring and the camera aperture display will show aperture in increments of 1 EV (aperture for type G lenses is still set using the sub-command dial). Note that regardless of the setting chosen, the aperture ring must be used to adjust aperture when - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 363
photo information in full-frame playback and to move the cursor up or down during thumbnail playback. Select On (image review the center of the multi selector, or J. f11: Release Button to Use Dial G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Selecting Yes allows adjustments that are normally made by - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 364
recorded (they will however be displayed in the monitor in demo mode). If Release locked is selected, the shutter-release button is only enabled when a memory card is inserted in the camera. f13: Reverse Indicators G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu If (V) is selected, the exposure indicators in - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 365
has no effect. f16: Assign Movie Record Button G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Choose the role played by the movie-record button when C is an ISO sensitivity (0 117). i Choose area image Press the button and rotate a command dial to choose the image area (0 85). n Shooting bank menu The - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 366
Indices can be used when viewing and editing movies. Press the button to display information on shutter s View photo shooting info speed, aperture, and other photo settings in place of movie recording information. Press again to return to the movie recording display. None Pressing the button - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 367
Indices can be used when viewing and editing movies. Press the button to display information on shutter s View photo shooting info speed, aperture, and other photo settings in place of movie recording information. Press again to return to the movie recording display. None Pressing the button - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 368
67). Indices can be used when viewing and editing movies. Press the control to display information on shutter s View shooting photo info speed, aperture, and other photo settings in place of movie recording information. Press again to return to the movie recording display. B AE/AF lock Focus - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 369
camera will record a photograph without interrupting movie recording. Photos are 1,920 × 1,080 pixels in size x Live frame grab (aspect ratio 16 : 9) and recorded at an image quality of JPEG fine. Note that during movie recording, photos are taken one at a time regardless of the release mode - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 370
ref photo 346 Voice memo options 255 HDMI 281 Save/load settings 356 Flicker reduction 348 GPS 234 Time zone and date 348 Virtual horizon 358 Language 349 Non-CPU lens data 229 Auto image rotation 350 AF fine-tune 359 Battery info 351 Firmware version 360 * Not available when - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 371
be sure to make backup copies as required. D During Formatting Do not turn the camera off or remove memory cards during formatting. A Two-Button Format Memory cards can taken not to cover the ambient brightness sensor (0 6). Press 1 or 3 to choose monitor brightness. Choose higher Manual values - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 372
G button ➜ B setup menu Acquire reference data for the Image Dust Off option in Capture NX 2 (available separately; for more information, see the Capture NX 2 manual). Image Dust Off ref photo is available only when a CPU lens is mounted on the camera. A non-DX lens with a focal length of at least - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 373
, set focus to infinity manually. 3 Acquire dust off reference data. Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to acquire Image Dust Off reference data. The monitor turns off when the shutter-release button is pressed. If the reference object is too bright or too dark, the camera may - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 374
movie recording. Choose Auto to allow the camera to automatically choose the correct frequency, or manually match the frequency to that of the a time zone. The camera clock is automatically set to the time in the new time zone. Date and time Set the camera clock. Date format Choose the order in - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 375
Language G button ➜ B setup menu Choose a language for camera menus and messages. The following options are available. Čeština Dansk Deutsch English Español Français Indonesia Italiano Nederlands Norsk Polski Português Czech Danish German English Spanish French Indonesian Italian Dutch Norwegian - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 376
Auto Image Rotation G button ➜ B setup menu Photographs taken while On is selected contain information on camera orientation, allowing them to be rotated automatically during playback (0 290) or when viewed in ViewNX 2 (supplied) or in Capture NX 2 (available separately; 0 393). The following - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 377
level expressed as a percentage. The number of times the shutter has been released with the No. of shots current battery since the battery was last charged. Note that the camera may sometimes release the shutter without recording a photograph, for example when measuring preset white balance - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 378
Image Comment G button ➜ B setup menu Add a comment to new photographs as they are taken. Comments can be viewed as metadata in ViewNX 2 (supplied) or Capture NX 2 (available separately; 0 393). The comment is also visible on the shooting data page in the photo information display (0 243). • Done: - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 379
copyright information to new photographs as they are taken. Copyright information is included in the shooting data shown in the photo information display (0 243) and can be viewed as metadata in ViewNX 2 (supplied) or in Capture NX 2 (available separately; 0 393). • Done: Save changes and return to - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 380
2, then press J after viewing the preset to proceed to the destination list). • Edit: Select a preset from the list of IPTC presets stored on the camera and choose Rename to rename the preset or Edit IPTC information to select fields and edit their contents as described on page 180. • Delete: Select - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 381
(IPTC) with the intent of clarifying and simplifying the information required when photographs are shared with a variety of publications. The camera supports standard roman alphanumeric characters only; other characters will not display correctly except on a computer. Preset names (0 354) may be up - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 382
option to share settings among D4 cameras. Menu Playback Shooting (all banks) Option Playback display options Image review After delete Rotate tall Shooting menu bank Extended menu banks File naming Primary slot selection Secondary slot function Image quality Image size Image area JPEG compression - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 383
My Menu/ Recent Settings All recent settings Choose tab Settings saved using the D4 can be restored by selecting Load settings. Note that Save/load settings is only available when a memory card is inserted in the camera, and that the Load settings option is only available if the card contains - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 384
tilted at a sharp angle forward or back. If the camera is unable to measure tilt, the amount of tilt will not be displayed. A See Also For information on viewing a virtual horizon display in the viewfinder, see Custom Setting f3 (Assign Fn button > Press; 0 328, 330). For information on displaying - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 385
saved value exists for the current lens (CPU lenses only). Move focal point toward camera. Previous value List saved values List previously saved identifier that is the same as the last two digits of the lens serial number to distinguish it from other lenses of the same type in light of the fact - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 386
D AF Tuning The camera may be unable to focus at minimum range or at infinity when AF tuning is applied. a teleconverter is used, separate values can be stored for each combination of lens and teleconverter. Firmware Version G button ➜ B setup menu View the current camera firmware version. U 360 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 387
is only displayed when a memory card containing photographs is inserted in the camera (note that if the memory card is being used to store both RAW i D-Lighting j Red-eye correction k Trim l Monochrome m Filter effects n Color balance o Image overlay 1 0 Option 0 364 7 NEF (RAW) processing 372 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 388
in other locations, press W and select the desired card and folder as described on page 236. A Retouch The camera may not be able to display or retouch images created with other devices. 3 Select retouch options. For more information, see the section for the selected item. To exit without creating - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 389
unavailable. A Image Quality Except in the case of copies created with Trim, Image overlay, NEF (RAW) processing, and Resize, copies created from JPEG images are the same size and quality as the original, copies created from NEF (RAW) photos are saved as large fine-quality JPEG images, and copies - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 390
D-Lighting G button ➜ N retouch menu D-Lighting brightens shadows, making it ideal for dark or backlit photographs. Before After Press 1 or 3 to choose the amount of correction performed. The effect can be previewed in the edit display. Press J to copy the photograph. U 364 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 391
to correct "red-eye" caused by the flash and is available only with photographs taken using a flash. The photograph selected for red-eye correction out. While photo is zoomed in, use multi Zoom out W selector to view areas of image not visible in View other areas of image monitor. Keep multi - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 392
fine; cropped copies created from JPEG photos have the same image quality as the original. The size of the copy varies with crop size and aspect ratio and appears at upper left in the crop display. A Viewing Cropped Copies Playback zoom may not be available when cropped copies are displayed. U 366 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 393
image; press 1 to increase color saturation, 3 to decrease. Press J to create a monochrome copy. Increase saturation Decrease saturation Filter filter, making the picture less blue. The effect can be previewed in the monitor as shown at right. Warm filter Creates a copy with warm tone filter - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 394
of amber Increase amount of magenta A Zoom To zoom in on the image displayed in the monitor, press X. The histogram will be updated to show data only for the portion of the image displayed in the monitor. While the image is zoomed in, press L (Z/Q) to toggle back and forth between color balance - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 395
; the results, which make use of RAW data from the camera image sensor, are noticeably better than photographs combined in an imaging application. The new picture is saved at current image quality and size settings; before creating an overlay, set image quality and size (0 90, 93; all options are - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 396
photograph and return to the preview display. 3 Select the second image. The selected image will appear as Image 1. Highlight Image 2 and press J, then select the second photo as described in Step 2. 4 Adjust gain. Highlight Image 1 or Image 2 and optimize exposure for the overlay by pressing 1 or - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 397
an overlay is created, the resulting image will be displayed full-frame in the monitor. J button D Image Overlay Only NEF (RAW) photographs with the same image area and bit-depth can be combined. The overlay has the same photo info (including date of recording, metering, shutter speed, aperture - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 398
1 Select NEF (RAW) processing. Highlight NEF (RAW) processing and press 2 to display a picture selection dialog listing only NEF (RAW) images created with this camera. 2 Select a photograph. Highlight a photograph (to view the highlighted photograph full frame, press and hold the X button; to view - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 399
Auto is selected for white balance, it will be set to whichever of Normal and Keep warm lighting colors was in effect when the picture was taken. The Picture Control grid is not displayed when Picture Controls are adjusted. Image quality (0 90) Image size (0 93) White balance (0 153) Exposure comp - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 400
Resize G button ➜ N retouch menu Create small copies of selected photographs. 1 Select Resize. To resize selected images, press G to display the menus and select Resize in the retouch menu. 2 Choose a destination. If two memory cards are inserted, you can choose a destination for - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 401
will be displayed; highlight an option and press J. 4 Choose pictures. Highlight Select image and press 2. Highlight pictures and press the center of the multi selector to J when the selection is complete. Note that photographs taken at an image-area setting of 5 : 4 (0 86) can not be resized. U 375 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 402
Playback zoom may not be available when resized copies are displayed. A Image Quality Copies created from NEF (RAW), NEF (RAW) + JPEG, or TIFF (RGB) photos have an image quality (0 90) of JPEG fine; copies created from JPEG photos have the same image quality as the original. Straighten G button - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 403
camera correct distortion automatically and then make fine adjustments using the multi selector, or select Manual to reduce distortion manually (note that Auto is not available with photos taken created from photographs taken with DX lenses at image areas other than DX (24×16) 1.5×. A Auto - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 404
N retouch menu Create copies that reduce the effects of perspective taken from the base of a tall object. Use the multi -by-Side Comparison Compare retouched copies to the original photographs. This option is only available if the retouch menu is displayed by pressing the J and 2 buttons when a - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 405
2 Select Side-by-side comparison. Highlight Side-by-side comparison and press J. 3 Compare the copy with the original. Options used to create copy The source image is displayed on the left, the retouched copy on the right, with the options used to create the copy listed at the top of the - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 406
Menu option can be used to create and edit a customized list of options from the playback, shooting, Custom Settings, setup, and retouch menus for quick access (up to 20 items). If desired, recent settings can be displayed in place of My Menu (0 384). Options can be added, deleted, and reordered as - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 407
❚❚ Adding Options to My Menu 1 Select Add items. In My Menu (O), highlight Add items and press 2. 2 Select a menu. Highlight the name of the menu containing the option you wish to add and press 2. 3 Select an item. Highlight the desired menu item and press J. J button 4 Position the new item. - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 408
❚❚ Deleting Options from My Menu 1 Select Remove items. In My Menu (O), highlight Remove items and press 2. 2 Select items. Highlight items and press 2 to select or deselect. Selected items are indicated by a check mark. 3 Select Done. Highlight Done and press J. A confirmation dialog will be - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 409
❚❚ Reordering Options in My Menu 1 Select Rank items. In My Menu (O), highlight Rank items and press 2. 2 Select an item. Highlight the item you wish to move and press J. J button 3 Position the item. Press 1 or 3 to move the item up or down in My Menu and press J. Repeat Steps 2-3 to reposition - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 410
menu as they are used. To view My Menu again, select O My Menu for m Recent settings > Choose tab. A Removing Items from the Recent Settings Menu To remove an item from the recent settings menu, highlight it and press the O (Q) button. A confirmation dialog will be displayed; press O (Q) again to - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 411
you encounter problems using the camera. Compatible Lenses CPU lenses 1 Camera setting Focus except lenses for F3AF) ✔9 ✔9 ✔ AI-P NIKKOR - ✔ 10 ✔ AI-, AI-modified, NIKKOR or Nikon Series E lenses 12 IX-NIKKOR lenses can not be used. 2 Vibration Reduction (VR) supported with VR lenses. 3 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 412
is not in focus. Adjust focus manually until image in viewfinder is in focus. 10 With maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster. 11 Some lenses can not be used (see page 388). 12 Range of rotation for AI 80-200mm f/2.8 ED tripod mount is limited by camera body. Filters can not be exchanged while AI 200 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 413
can be used with the following AF-S and AF-I lenses: • AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II AF-I 300mm f/2.8D ED 1 Autofocus not supported. 2 Autofocus and electronic rangefinding support focus points shown at right when TC-17E camera may not be able to focus on dark or low-contrast subjects. - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 414
aperture using the lens aperture ring. In other modes, the shutter-release is disabled. Non-CPU lens data (0 228) can be used to enable many of the features available with CPU lenses, including color matrix metering; if no data are provided, center-weighted metering will be used in place of color - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 415
A Calculating Angle of View The D4 can be used with Nikon lenses for 35 mm (135) format cameras. If Auto DX crop is on (0 85) and FX (36×24) picture size (36.0 × 23.9 mm, equivalent to 35 mm format camera) 1.2× (30×20) picture size (29.9 × 19.9 mm) DX (24×16) picture size (23.4 × 15.5 mm, equivalent - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 416
×20) angle of view is about 1.2 times smaller and the 5 : 4 (30×24) angle of view is about 1.1 times smaller. To calculate the focal length of lenses in 35 mm format when DX (24×16) is selected, multiply the focal length of the lens by about 1.5, by about 1.2 when is 1.2× (30×20 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 417
were available for the D4. • Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL18 (0 23, 25): Additional EN-EL18 batteries are available from local retailers and Nikon service representatives. These batteries can be recharged and calibrated using an MH-26 battery charger. Power sources • Battery Charger MH - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 418
• Rubber Eyecup DK-19: The DK-19 makes the image in the viewfinder easier to see, preventing eye fatigue. • Diopter-Adjustment Viewfinder Lens DK-17C: To accommodate individual differences in vision, viewfinder lenses are available with diopters of -3, -2, 0, +1, and +2 m-1. Use diopter adjustment - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 419
photo editing package with such advanced editing features as selection control points and an auto retouch brush. • Camera Control Pro 2: Control the camera supported operating systems. At default settings, Nikon Message Center 2 will periodically check for updates to Nikon software and firmware - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 420
Remote terminal accessories Body Cap BF-1B/Body Cap BF-1A: The body cap keeps the mirror, viewfinder screen, and low-pass filter free of dust when a lens is not in place. The D4 is equipped with a ten-pin remote terminal (0 3) for remote control and automatic photography. The terminal is provided - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 421
the noise caused by lens vibration being recorded with movies during autofocus (0 69). A The UF-2 Connector Cover for Stereo Mini-Plug Cables The camera comes with a UF-2 connector cover for the stereo mini-plug cable on the optional ME-1 stereo microphone (0 1) that prevents the cable connecting - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 422
Connector and AC Adapter Turn the camera off before attaching an optional power connector and AC adapter. 1 Remove the battery-chamber cover. Lift the battery-chamber cover latch, turn it to the open (A) position (q), and remove the BL-6 battery-chamber cover (w). 2 Connect the AC adapter. Pass the - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 423
closed position (q) and fold it down as shown (w). To prevent the power connector being dislodged during operation, be sure that it is securely latched. The battery level is not displayed in the top control panel while the camera is powered by the AC adapter and power connector. n 397 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 424
battery and store it in a cool, dry area with the terminal cover in place. To prevent mold or mildew, store the camera in a dry, wellventilated area. Do not store your camera °C (14 °F) Cleaning Camera body Use a blower to remove dust and and clean with care. Monitor Remove dust and lint with - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 425
Low-Pass Filter The image sensor that acts as the camera's picture element is fitted with a low-pass filter to prevent moiré. If you suspect that dirt or dust on the filter is appearing in photographs, you can clean the filter using the Clean image sensor option in the setup menu. The filter can be - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 426
the following options: Option Description 5 Clean at startup The image sensor is automatically cleaned each time the camera is turned on. 6 Clean at shutdown The image sensor is automatically cleaned during shutdown each time the camera is turned off. 7 Clean at startup & shutdown The - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 427
Using camera controls during startup interrupts image sensor cleaning. Cleaning is performed by vibrating the low-pass filter. If dust can not be fully removed using the options in the Clean image sensor menu, clean the image sensor manually (see below) or consult a Nikon-authorized service - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 428
is extremely delicate and easily damaged. Nikon recommends that the filter be cleaned only by Nikon-authorized service personnel. 1 Charge the battery or connect an AC adapter. A reliable power source is required when inspecting or cleaning the low-pass filter. Turn the camera off and insert a fully - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 429
shown at right will be displayed in the monitor and a row of dashes will appear in the top control panel and viewfinder. To restore normal operation without inspecting the lowpass filter, turn the camera off. 5 Raise the mirror. Press the shutter-release button all the way down. The mirror will - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 430
with a blower can only be removed by Nikon-authorized service personnel. Under no circumstances should you touch or wipe the filter. 8 Turn the camera off. The mirror will return to the down position and the shutter curtain will close. Replace the lens or body cap. D Use a Reliable Power Source The - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 431
the filter cleaned by authorized Nikon service personnel. Photographs affected by the presence of foreign matter on the filter can be retouched using Capture NX 2 (available separately; 0 393) or the clean image options available in some third-party imaging applications. D Servicing the Camera and - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 432
time and date. Replace the battery as described below. 1 Remove the main battery. The clock battery chamber is located on the roof of the main battery chamber. Turn the camera off and remove the EN-EL18 battery. 2 Open the clock battery chamber. Slide the clock battery chamber cover toward the - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 433
5 Close the clock battery chamber. Slide the clock battery chamber cover towards the back of the main battery chamber until it clicks into place. 6 Replace the main battery. Reinsert the EN-EL18. 7 Set the camera clock. Set the camera to the current date and time (0 31). Until the date and time have - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 434
the Camera and Battery: Cautions Do not drop: The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shocks or vibration. Keep dry: This product is as radio transmitters could interfere with the monitor, damage data stored on the memory card, or affect the product's internal circuitry. Do not leave the - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 435
replaced at regular intervals. To prevent mold or mildew, take the camera out of storage at least once a month. Turn the camera on and release the shutter a few times before putting it away. Store the battery in a cool, dry place. Replace the terminal cover before putting the battery away. n 409 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 436
this equipment. • Do not expose the battery to flame or excessive heat. • Keep the battery terminals clean. • Turn the product off before replacing the battery. • Remove the battery from the camera or charger when not in use and replace the terminal cover. These devices draw minute amounts of charge - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 437
when used at room temperature indicates that it requires replacement. Purchase a new EN-EL18 battery. • Charge the battery before use. When taking photographs on important occasions, ready a spare EN-EL18 battery and keep it fully charged. Depending on your location, it may be difficult to purchase - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 438
(0 95) Image quality (0 90) Image size (0 93) Image area (0 85) Auto DX crop (0 85) Choose image area (0 86) JPEG compression (0 92) NEF (RAW) recording (0 92) Type NEF (RAW) bit depth White balance (0 153) Fine-tuning (0 156) Choose color temp. (0 160) Preset manual (0 163) n Set Picture Control - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 439
) Reset 3 Live view photography (0 60) Quiet Time-lapse photography (0 223) Reset 4 Movie settings (0 74) Frame size/frame rate (0 74) 1920 × 1080; 30 fps Movie quality (0 74) High quality Microphone (0 75) Auto sensitivity Destination (0 75) XQD card slot ISO sensitivity range (0 75 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 440
Settings Menu Defaults * Option a1 AF-C priority selection (0 307) a2 AF-S priority selection (0 308) a3 Focus tracking with lock-on (0 309) a4 AF activation (0 309) a5 Focus point illumination (0 310) Manual Center-weighted metering Spot metering c1 Shutter-release button AE-L (0 316) c2 Standby - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 441
Monitor off delay (0 317) Playback Menus Information display Image review Live view d1 Beep (0 318) Volume Pitch d2 Shooting speed (0 318) Continuous high-speed Continuous low-speed d3 Max. continuous release (0 319) d4 Modeling flash (0 325) e6 Auto bracketing set (0 325) e7 Auto bracketing (Mode M) - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 442
Aperture setting Menus and playback f11 Release button to use dial (0 337) f12 Slot empty release lock image area Preview None Focus point selection AE/AF lock None AE/AF lock None Off Off Auto bracketing Exposure compensation: U Shutter speed/aperture: U Off Sub-command dial Off No Enable release - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 443
AE/AF lock g4 Assign shutter button (0 343) Take photos * Defaults for the current Custom Settings bank can be restored using Custom settings bank (0 305). ❚❚ Setup Menu Defaults Option Monitor brightness (0 345) Manual Clean image sensor (0 399) Clean at startup/shutdown (0 400) HDMI (0 281 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 444
Exposure Program The exposure program for programmed auto (0 126) is shown in the following graph: Aperture f/1.4 − f/16 ISO 100; lens with maximum aperture of f/1.4 and minimum aperture of f/16 (e.g., AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4G) [ EV] -4 -3 -2 -1 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 f/1 14 f/1.4 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 445
replace the battery, taking care to avoid burns, and turn the camera on again, or, if you are using an AC adapter (available separately), disconnect and reconnect the adapter and turn the camera on again. If the problem persists, contact your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 446
Off for Custom Setting d4 (Exposure delay mode; 0 319). Only one shot taken each time shutter-release button is pressed in continuous release mode: Turn HDR off (0 186). Photos are out of focus: • Rotate focus-mode selector to AF (0 97). • Camera unable to focus using autofocus: use manual focus or - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 447
settings (0 173). Can not measure white balance: Subject is too dark or too bright (0 164). Image can not be selected as source for preset white balance: Image was not created with D4 (0 168). White balance bracketing unavailable: • NEF (RAW) or NEF+JPEG image quality option selected for image - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 448
Photo is displayed in image review (0 289). • Camera was pointed up or down when photo was taken (0 350). Can not delete photo: Picture is protected. Remove protection (0 249). Can not retouch picture: Picture was not created with D4 (0 362). Message is displayed stating that no images are available - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 449
photos to computer (0 266). ❚❚ Miscellaneous Date of recording is not correct: Set camera clock (0 31). Menu item can not be selected: Some options are not available at certain combinations of settings or when no memory card is inserted. Note that Battery info option is not available when camera - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 450
ring is not set to minimum aperture. Set ring to minimum aperture (highest f-number). 29 H d Low battery. Ready a fully-charged spare battery. 40 • Battery exhausted. • Recharge or replace battery. • Battery can not be • Contact Nikon- used. authorized service representative. • An - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 451
is specified. stops from maximum aperture. - 24 (flashes) Camera unable to focus using autofocus. Change composition or focus manually. 43, 108 • Use a lower ISO 117 Subject too bright; photo will be sensitivity. • Use optional ND filter. 393 In exposure mode: f Increase shutter 127 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 452
at current settings, or camera has run out of after copying important images to computer or other 263 file or folder numbers. device. • Insert new memory 33 card. O (flashes) Release shutter. If error persists or appears Camera malfunction. frequently, consult - Nikon-authorized service - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 453
memory card or insert new memory card. 33, 36 Failed to update flash unit firmware. Flash cannot be used. Contact a Nikonauthorized - Firmware for flash unit mounted on camera was not updated correctly. Contact a Nikonauthorized service representative. - service representative. n 427 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 454
Monitor panel Problem Solution 0 Unable to start live view. Please wait. The internal - temperature of the camera is high. Wait for the internal circuits to cool before resuming live view or 62, 73 movie recording. Select folder No images on containing images Folder contains no images - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 455
Indicator Control Monitor panel Problem Solution Paper in printer is Insert paper of correct Check paper. - not of selected size . Out of ink. - Printer is out of ink. Replace ink and select Continue. * See printer manual for more information. 0 272 * 272 * 272 * 272 * 272 * n 429 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 456
Specifications ❚❚ Nikon D4 Digital Camera Type Type Lens mount Single-lens reflex digital camera Nikon F mount (with AF coupling and AF contacts) Effective pixels Effective pixels 16.2 million Image sensor Image sensor Total pixels Dust-reduction System 36.0 × 23.9 mm CMOS sensor (Nikon FX - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 457
1 : 8), or basic (approx. 1 : 16) compression (Size priority); Optimal quality compression available • NEF (RAW)+JPEG: Single photograph recorded in both NEF (RAW) and JPEG Camera File System) 2.0, DPOF (Digital Print Order Format), Exif (Exchangeable Image File Format for Digital Still Cameras - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 458
selected by user (g and h modes) or by camera (e and f modes) Instant return, electronically controlled Lens Compatible lenses Compatible with AF NIKKOR lenses, including type G and D lenses (some restrictions apply to PC MicroNIKKOR lenses) and DX lenses (using DX 24 × 16 1.5× image area), AI - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 459
(type G and D lenses); color matrix metering III (other CPU lenses); color matrix metering available with non-CPU lenses if user provides lens data • Center flexible program (e); shutterpriority auto (f ); aperture-priority auto (g); manual (h) Exposure compensation -5 - +5 EV in increments of 1/3, - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 460
shutter-release button halfway (single-servo autofocus) or by pressing the center of the sub-selector TTL: i-TTL flash control using RGB sensor with approximately 91K (91,000) pixels is available with SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, SB-600, or SB-400; i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR is - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 461
servo autofocus (AF-F) • Manual focus (M) Face-priority AF, wide-area AF, normal-area AF, subjecttracking AF Contrast-detect AF anywhere in frame (camera selects focus point automatically when 50, 29.97, 25, and 23.976 fps respectively; all options support both ★ high and normal image quality n 435 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 462
Video compression H.264/MPEG-4 Advanced Video photo information, GPS data display, auto image rotation, voice memo input and playback, and IPTC information embedding and display Interface USB Hi-Speed USB HDMI output Type C mini-pin HDMI connector; can be used simultaneously with camera monitor - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 463
Battery AC adapter One rechargeable Li-ion EN-EL18 battery EH-6b AC adapter; requires EP-6 power connector (available lb. 15.3 oz.) with battery and XQD memory card but without body cap and accessory shoe cover; approx. 1180 g/2 lb. 9.6 oz. (camera body only) Operating environment Temperature 0- - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 464
battery charger Rated input AC 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz Charging output DC 12.6 V/1.2 A Applicable batteries Nikon EN-EL18 rechargeable Li-ion batteries Charging time per battery cable EN-EL18 rechargeable Li-ion battery Type Rechargeable lithium-ion battery Rated capacity 10.8 V/2,000 mAh - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 465
card. • Exif version 2.3: The camera supports Exif (Exchangeable Image File Format for Digital Still Cameras) version 2.3, a standard in which information this manual or the other documentation provided with your Nikon product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. n - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 466
The MH-26 battery charger is equipped with a battery calibration feature. Calibrate the battery as required to ensure the accuracy of the camera and charger battery level displays. If the calibration lamp for the current battery chamber flashes when a battery is inserted, the battery needs to be - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 467
lamps flash on and off in sequence when a battery is inserted, a problem has occurred with the battery or charger during charging. Remove the battery, unplug the charger, and take the battery and charger to a Nikon-authorized service representative for inspection. A Charging and Calibrating Two - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 468
Approved Memory Cards The camera accepts the XQD and CompactFlash memory cards listed in the following sections. Other cards have not been . ❚❚ XQD Memory Cards The following XQD memory cards have been tested and approved for use in the camera. Sony H series QD-H16 16 GB QD-H32 32 GB n 442 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 469
❚❚ CompactFlash Memory Cards The following Type I CompactFlash memory cards have been tested and approved for use in the camera. Type II cards and microdrives can not be used. SanDisk Extreme Pro Extreme Extreme IV Extreme III Ultra II Standard Professional UDMA Lexar Media Professional - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 470
H-series QD-H32 XQD card at different image quality, image size, and image area settings. ❚❚ FX (36×24) Image Area * Image quality NEF (RAW), Lossless compressed, 12-bit 1.5 MB 16800 200 0.9 MB 27100 200 * Includes images taken with non-DX lenses when On is selected for Auto DX crop. n 444 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 471
2.8 MB 8800 200 1.9 MB 13500 200 2.3 MB 11100 200 1.6 MB 16200 200 1.1 MB 24400 200 1.2 MB 20300 200 0.9 MB 28700 200 0.7 MB 40700 200 * Includes images taken with DX lenses when On is selected for Auto DX crop. n 445 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 472
JPEG compression is set to Size priority. Selecting Optimal quality increases the file size of JPEG images; number of images and buffer capacity drop accordingly. A d3-Max. Continuous Release (0 319) The maximum number of photographs that can be taken in a single n burst can be set to any amount - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 473
: vibration reduction off, image quality set to JPEG normal, image size set to L (large), shutter speed 1/250 s, shutterrelease button pressed halfway for three seconds and focus cycled from infinity to minimum range three times; six shots are then taken in succession and monitor turned on for five - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 474
can reduce battery life: • Using the monitor • Keeping the shutter-release button lenses To ensure that you get the most from rechargeable Nikon EN-EL18 batteries: • Keep the battery contacts clean. Soiled contacts can reduce battery performance. • Use batteries immediately after charging. Batteries - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 475
D switch 10, 322 I (Focus indicator 43, 105, 109 L (Preset manual 154, 163 Numerics 1.2× (30 × 20 86 12-bit 92 14-bit 92 flash (Auto bracketing set) .... 139, 325 AE only (Auto bracketing set) 139, 325 AF -speed sync. ....... 193, 323 Auto image rotation 350 Auto ISO sensitivity control 119 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 476
(Monochrome 367 D Date and time 31, 348 Date format 32, 348 Daylight saving time 31, 348 DCF 299, 439 Default settings 207, 412 Delete 47, 251 Delete all images 251, 253 Delete current image 47, 251 Depth of field 125, 128 Destination (Movie settings 75 Digital Print Order Format - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 477
information 239 File naming 298 File number sequence 320 Filter effects 176, 177, 367 Fine-tune optimal exposure 315 Firmware version 360 Flash 191, 192, 199, 202, 204 69 Help 19, 22 Hi 118 Hide image 284 High definition 280, 439 High Dynamic Range (HDR 186 High ISO NR 302 n Highlights - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 478
Histogram 241, 242, 327 I Image area 29, 71, 85, 88, 93 Image comment 352 Image Dust Off ref photo 346 Image overlay 369 Image quality 90 Image review 237, 289 Image size 93 Incandescent (White balance)........ 153 Index marking 67, 340, 341, 342 Index print 275 In-focus indicator 43, 105 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 479
quality (JPEG compression) 92 Overview data 246 P Page size 273 Peripheral connector 3, 391 Perspective control 378 Photo Set Picture Control 173 Power aperture 340, 341 Power connector 391, 396 Predictive focus tracking 99 Preset manual (White balance)..... 154, 163 Press the shutter-release - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 480
release lock 338 Slot selection 236 Slow sync 199 Smoothing 188 Speaker 260, 261 Speedlights 191, 192, 194 Spot 123 sRGB 299 Standard (Set Picture Control)........ 173 Standard i-TTL flash for digital SLR GPS to set camera clock 234 filter 367 WB 145, 153 WB bracketing (Auto bracketing set - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 481
X XQD card 33, 95, 442 XQD card slot 95 n a 455 - Nikon D4 | User Manual - Page 482
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