Nikon D5100 Reference Manual
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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 who use the product. Symbols and Conventions To make it easier to find the information you - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 3
i Troubleshooting 0 220 X Introduction s Basic Photography z More on Photography (All Modes) t P, S, A, and M Modes x Live View y Recording and Viewing Movies % Special Effects I More on Playback Q Connections o The Playback Menu i The Shooting Menu L Custom Settings - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 4
monitor (live view)? Can I shoot movies? i Release Modes Can I take photos one at a time or in quick succession? How do I take pictures with the self-timer or a remote control? Can I reduce shutter noise in quiet surroundings? i Focus Can I choose how the camera focuses? Can I choose the focus point - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 5
default settings? Is there any way to stop the camera beeping? How do I get help for a menu or message? Connections How do I copy photos to a computer? How do I print photos? Can I print the date of recording on my photos? Maintenance and Optional Accessories What memory cards can I use? What lenses - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 6
to Know the Camera 1 The Camera Body ...1 The Mode Dial...3 The Monitor ...4 The Information Display...5 The Command Dial ...7 The Viewfinder...10 Camera Menus...11 Using Camera Menus ...12 First Steps ...14 Charge the Battery ...14 Insert the Battery ...15 Attach a Lens...17 Basic Setup...19 - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 7
34 More on Photography (All Modes) 35 Release Mode ...35 Self-Timer and Remote Control Modes 37 Focus ...39 Focus Mode...39 AF-Area Mode ...42 Focus Point Selection ...43 Focus Lock ...44 Manual Focus ...45 Image Quality and Size ...47 Image Quality ...47 Image Size...49 Using the Built-in Flash - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 8
Manual ...84 Bracketing ...88 Picture Controls...91 Selecting a Picture Control 91 Modifying Picture Controls 92 Creating Custom Picture Controls 95 Sharing Custom Picture Controls More on Playback 123 Full-Frame Playback...123 Photo Information...124 Thumbnail Playback ...129 Calendar Playback - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 9
Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings 156 Reset Custom Settings 157 a: Autofocus ...158 a1: AF-C Priority Selection 158 a2: Built-in AF-assist Illuminator 158 a3: Rangefinder ...159 b: Exposure...159 b1: EV Steps for Exposure Cntrl 159 c: Timers/AE Lock ...159 c1: Shutter-Release Button - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 10
Controls ...165 f1: Assign E/Fn Button 165 f2: Assign AE-L/AF-L Button 166 f3: Reverse Dial Rotation 166 f4: Slot Empty Release Lock 166 f5: Reverse Indicators...166 B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup 167 Monitor Brightness...168 Info Display Format ...168 Auto Info Display...170 Video Mode...170 - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 11
209 The Low-Pass Filter...210 Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions 214 Available Settings ...216 Memory Card Capacity ...218 Exposure Program (Mode P 219 Troubleshooting ...220 Display ...220 Shooting (All Modes) ...220 Shooting (P, S, A, M)...222 Playback ...223 Miscellaneous...223 Error - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 12
the battery, take the equipment to a Nikon-authorized service center for inspection. A Do not use in the presence of flammable gas Do not use electronic caution when using the flash • Using the camera with the flash in close contact with the skin or other objects could cause burns. • Using the flash - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 13
battery is not in use, attach the terminal 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 to cool. • Discontinue use - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 14
NMB-003 du Canada. Notices for Customers in Europe CAUTION RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS. This symbol indicates that this product is to be collected separately. The following apply only to users in European - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 15
Notices for Customers in the U.S.A. The Battery Charger IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS-SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS DANGER-TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS For connection to a supply not in the U.S.A., use an attachment plug adapter of the proper - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 16
another person, erase all data using commercial deletion software, or format the device and then completely refill it with images containing no private information (for example, pictures of empty sky). Be sure to also replace any pictures selected for preset manual white balance (0 84). Care should - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 17
highest standards and include complex electronic circuitry. Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including chargers, batteries, AC adapters, and flash accessories) certified by Nikon specifically for use with this Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven to operate within the operational - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 18
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(E 46 16 Eyelet for camera strap 17 Microphone 107 18 Connector cover 19 E (self-timer) button 38 Fn (function) button ...... 9, 165 20 Mounting mark 17 21 Lens release button 18 22 Mirror 212 23 Lens mount 17, 46 24 Accessory shoe cover......... 202 25 Accessory shoe (for optional flash - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 20
131 16 Memory card access lamp 21, 27 17 O (delete) button Deleting pictures during playback 133 18 Power connector cover for optional power connector 208 19 Battery-chamber cover latch 15 20 Battery-chamber cover........ 15 21 W (thumbnail/playback zoom out) button 129 Q (help) button 11 22 - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 21
control over Auto Modes camera settings. Select these modes for simple, point- • P-Programmed auto (0 62) and-shoot photography. • S-Shutter-priority auto (0 63) • i Auto (0 26) • A-Aperture-priority auto (0 64) • j Auto (flash off) (0 26) • M-Manual (0 65) X Special Effects Modes Use - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 22
self-portraits in live view. The monitor shows a mirror image of what will appear in the final picture. D Using the Monitor Rotate the monitor gently within the limits shown. Do not use force. Failure to observe these precautions could damage the connection between the monitor and the camera body - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 23
for over 1,000 exposures 25 21 Flash mode 51 22 Flash compensation 72 23 Exposure compensation ......70 24 Picture Control 91 25 Image quality 47 26 Image size 49 27 White balance 81 28 ISO sensitivity 54 29 Release mode 35 30 Focus mode 39, 100 31 AF-area mode 42, 101 32 Metering 68 33 - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 24
. Note that the monitor turns off automatically while the shutter-release button is pressed or if no operations are performed for about 8 s (for information on choosing how long the monitor stays on, see Custom Setting c2 (Auto off timers, 0 160)). The information display can be restored by pressing - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 25
dial can be used with other controls to adjust a variety of settings when shooting information is displayed in the monitor. M button Fn button E button X Choose a scene (h mode; 0 32). Command dial Mode dial Choose a special effect (q mode; 0 115). h mode Command dial Information display - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 26
Choose an aperture (mode A; 0 64). Choose an aperture X (mode M; 0 65). Set exposure compensation (mode P, S, or A; 0 70). Mode M Mode P, S, or A Choose a flash mode (0 51). Mode A Command dial Information display + E button Command dial Information display + E button Command dial - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 27
The role of the Fn button can be selected using Custom Setting f1 (Assign E/Fn button; 0 165), allowing the following settings to be adjusted by pressing the Fn + (E) button and rotating the command dial: Release mode (0 35) Fn (E) button Command dial Image quality/size (0 47) X ISO - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 28
, 46 3 Autoexposure (AE) lock indicator 69 4 Shutter speed 63, 65 5 Aperture (f-number 64, 65 6 Battery indicator 25 7 Bracketing indicator 88 8 "K" (appears recording indicator 85 Exposure compensation value 70 Flash compensation value 72 Capture mode indicator 138 ISO sensitivity 54 16 - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 29
options can be accessed from the camera menus. To view the menus, press the G button. Tabs Choose from the following menus: • D: Playback (0 149) • C: Shooting (0 151) • A: Custom Settings (0 156) • B: Setup (0 167) G button X • N: Retouch (0 176) • m/O: Recent settings or My Menu (defaults to - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 30
Menus The multi selector and J button are used to navigate the camera menus. Move cursor up J button: select highlighted item Cancel and return to previous menu Select highlighted item or display sub-menu X Move cursor down Follow - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 31
same effect as pressing J, there are some cases in which selection can only be made by pressing J. • To exit the menus and return to shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway (0 28). 13 - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 32
First Steps Charge the Battery The camera is powered by an EN-EL14 rechargeable Li-ion battery (supplied). To maximize shooting time, charge the battery in the supplied MH-24 battery charger before use. About 1 hour and 30 minutes are required to fully recharge the battery when no charge remains. A - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 33
and Removing Batteries Always turn the camera off before inserting or removing batteries. 2 Open the battery-chamber cover. Unlatch (q) and open (w) the battery-chamber cover. 3 Insert the battery. Insert the battery in the orientation shown (e), using the battery to keep the orange battery latch - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 34
confirm that the temperature is in the correct range and then unplug the charger and remove and reinsert the battery. If the problem persists, cease use immediately and take battery and charger to your retailer or a Nikon-authorized service representative. X Do not attempt to charge a fully-charged - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 35
purposes is an AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR. Focal length mark Focal length scale Mounting mark Lens cap CPU contacts (0 198) X Rear lens cap Focus ring (0 45, 106) Zoom ring (0 29) 1 Turn the camera off. 2 Remove the rear lens cap and the camera body cap. A-M mode switch (see below - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 36
(VR) AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR lenses support vibration reduction (VR), which reduces blur caused by camera shake even when the camera is panned, allowing shutter speeds to be slowed by approximately 3 EV at a focal length of 55 mm (Nikon measurements; effects vary with the user and - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 37
camera is turned on. Choose a language and set the time and date. Photographs can not be taken until you have set the time and date. 1 Turn the camera in hours) and press J. 4 Choose a date format. Press 1 or 3 to choose the order On and press J. 6 Set the date and time. The dialog shown at right will - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 38
A The Setup Menu Language and date/time settings can be changed at any time using the Language (0 171) and Time zone and date (0 170) options in the setup menu. A The Clock Battery The camera clock is powered by an independent, rechargeable power source, which is charged as necessary when the main - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 39
Insert a Memory Card The camera stores pictures on Secure Digital (SD) memory cards (available separately; 0 207). 1 Turn the camera off. A Inserting and Removing Memory Cards Always turn the camera off before inserting or removing memory cards. 2 Open the card slot cover. X Slide the card slot - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 40
source until formatting is complete. D Memory Cards • Memory cards may be hot after use. Observe due caution when removing memory cards from the camera. • Do not remove memory cards from the camera, turn the camera off, or remove or disconnect the power source during formatting or while data are - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 41
focus point and press the shutter-release button halfway to focus the camera. With the camera in focus, use the diopter adjustment control to bring the subject into clear focus in the viewfinder. If necessary, viewfinder focus can be further adjusted using optional corrective lenses (0 206). 23 - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 42
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L K H H (blinks) Viewfinder - - d d (blinks) Description Battery fully charged. Battery partially discharged. Low battery. Ready fullycharged spare battery or prepare to charge battery. Battery exhausted; shutter release disabled. Charge or exchange battery. ❚❚ Number of Exposures Remaining The - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 44
in which the majority of settings are controlled by the camera in response to shooting conditions. 1 Turn the camera on. Remove the lens cap and turn the camera on. The information display will appear in the monitor. 2 s Select i or j mode. Mode dial To shoot where use of a flash is prohibited - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 45
I (blinks) Camera unable to focus using autofocus. See page 40. In-focus indicator Buffer capacity While the shutter-release button is pressed in the monitor for a few seconds (the photo will automatically clear from the display when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway). Do not eject - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 46
for about 8 seconds (auto meter-off ), reducing the drain on the battery. Press the shutter-release button halfway to reactivate the display. The auto meter-off delay can be selected using Custom Setting c2 (Auto off timers; 0 160). 8 s Exposure meters on Exposure meters off Exposure meters on - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 47
longer focal lengths on the lens focal length scale to zoom in, shorter focal lengths to zoom out). Zoom in Zoom ring Note that in the case of the AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR, changes to zoom can alter maximum aperture by up to 11/3 EV. The camera however Zoom out automatically takes - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 48
Photography (Scene Modes) The camera offers a choice of "scene" modes. Choosing a scene mode automatically optimizes settings to suit the selected scene, making creative photography as simple as selecting a mode, framing a picture, and shooting as described on pages 26-29. The Mode Dial The - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 49
soft and natural. s Fast shutter speeds freeze motion for dynamic sports shots in which the main subject stands out clearly. The built-in flash and AF-assist illuminator turn off. Use for close-up shots of flowers, insects, and other small objects (a macro lens can be used to focus at very close - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 50
the mode dial to h and rotating the command dial until the desired scene appears in the monitor. o Night Portrait s Mode dial Command dial Monitor Use for lighting and neon signs. The built-in flash and AF-assist illuminator turn off; use of a tripod is recommended to prevent blur. Capture - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 51
lighting is poor. Preserves the colors seen in the weak natural light before dawn or after sunset. The built-in flash and AF-assist illuminator turn off; use of a tripod is recommended to prevent blur when lighting is poor. Use for portraits of active pets. The AFassist illuminator turns off. 33 - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 52
Candlelight s y Blossom z Autumn Colors 0 Food 34 For photographs taken by candlelight. The built-in flash turns off; use of a tripod is recommended to prevent blur when lighting is poor. Use for fields of flowers, orchards in bloom, and other landscapes featuring expanses of blossoms. The built-in - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 53
from the following release modes: Mode Description 8 Single frame: Camera takes one photograph each time shutter-release button is pressed. I Continuous: While shutter-release button is held down, camera records up to 4 frames per second. E z Self-timer: Use self-timer for self-portraits or to - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 54
in the memory buffer at current settings is shown in the viewfinder exposure-count display while the shutter-release button is pressed. The illustration shows the display when space remains in the buffer for about 27 pictures. A Auto Image Rotation The camera orientation recorded for the first shot - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 55
of the way down. The self-timer lamp will start to blink and a beep will begin to sound. Two seconds before the photo is taken, the lamp will stop blinking and the beeping will become more rapid. The shutter will be released ten seconds after the timer starts. Remote control mode: From a distance of - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 56
of exposures selected for Custom Setting c3 (Self-timer; 0 160). In flash modes that support red-eye reduction, the red-eye reduction lamp will light for about one second before the shutter is released in quick-response remote mode. In delayed remote mode, the self-timer lamp will light for two - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 57
automatically or manually (see "Focus Mode," below). The user can also select the focus point for automatic or manual focus (0 45) or use focus lock to focus to recompose photographs after focusing (0 44). Focus Mode Choose from the following focus modes. Note that AF-S and AF-C are available - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 58
is selected for Custom Setting a1 (AF-C priority selection; 0 158) and the z camera is in AF-C mode or continuous-servo autofocus is selected in AF-A mode, the camera gives higher priority to focus response (has a wider focus range) than in AF-S mode, and the shutter may be released before the in - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 59
modes in which the AF-assist illuminator can not be used (0 216) • If Off has been selected for Custom Setting a2 (Built-in AF-assist illuminator; 0 158) The illuminator has a range of about 0.5-3.0 m (1 ft. 8 in.-9 ft. 10 in.); when using the z illuminator, use a lens with a focal length of 18 - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 60
moving subjects. In AF-A and AF-C focus modes, user selects focus point using multi selector (0 43). If subject moves after camera has focused, camera uses 3D- zf 3D-tracking (11 points) tracking to select new focus point and keep focus locked on original subject while shutter-release button is - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 61
A AF-Area Mode AF-area mode selections made in shooting modes other than P, S, A, or M are reset when another shooting mode is selected. A 3D-tracking (11 Points) When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the colors in the area surrounding the focus point are stored in the camera. - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 62
the same distance and then use focus lock to recompose the photograph. Focus lock is most effective when an option other than e (Auto-area AF) is selected for AF-area mode (0 42). 1 Focus. Position the subject in the selected focus point and press the shutter-release button halfway to initiate - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 63
. Photographs can be taken at any time, even when the image is not in focus. A Selecting Manual Focus with the Camera If the lens supports M/A (autofocus with manual override), manual focus can also be selected by setting the camera focus mode to MF (manual focus; 0 39). Focus can then be adjusted - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 64
can be used to determine whether the focus point for manual focus is in front of or behind the subject (0 159). A Focal Plane Position To determine the distance between your subject and the camera, measure from the focal plane mark on the camera body. The distance between the lens mounting flange - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 65
(image quality). Option File type Description Raw 14-bit data from the image sensor are saved directly to the memory NEF (RAW) NEF card. Settings such as white balance and contrast can be adjusted on a computer after shooting. z JPEG fine Record JPEG images at a compression ratio of roughly - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 66
Highlight an option and press J. To return to shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway. A NEF (RAW) Images Note that and print date (0 163) are not available at image quality settings of NEF (RAW) or NEF (RAW)+JPEG. NEF (RAW) images can be viewed on the camera or using software such - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 67
display and press J. 3 Choose an image size. Highlight an option and press J. To return to shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway. A The Shooting Menu Image size can also be adjusted using the Image size option in the shooting menu (0 151). A The Fn Button Image quality and size can - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 68
Built-in Flash The camera supports a variety of flash modes for photographing poorly lit or backlit subjects. ❚❚ Using the Built-in Flash: i, k, p, n, o, s, w, and g Modes 1 Choose a flash mode (0 51). 2 Take pictures. The flash will pop up as required when the shutter-release button is pressed - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 69
slow sync * p appears in information display when setting is complete. 1 Place the cursor in the mode options. Highlight the current flash mode in the information display and press J. 3 Choose a flash mode. Highlight a mode and press J. To return to shooting mode, press the shutter-release - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 70
Flash For information on the lenses that can be used with the built-in flash, see page 200. Remove lens hoods to prevent shadows. The flash has a minimum range of 0.6 m (2 ft.) and can not be used in the macro range of zoom lenses with a macro function. The shutter release may be briefly disabled - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 71
speed is restricted to the following ranges when the built-in flash is used: Mode i, k, p, s, w, g, P, A n, 0 o Shutter speed 1/200-1/60 s 1/200-1/125 s 1/200-1 s Mode S M Shutter speed 1/200-30 s 1/200-30 s, Bulb A Aperture, Sensitivity, and Flash Range Flash range varies with sensitivity - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 72
-spaced bright pixels, fog, or lines; noise is particularly likely at settings of Hi 0.3-Hi 2). Choosing Auto allows the camera to set ISO sensitivity automatically in response to lighting conditions. Mode i, j, % P, S, A, M Other shooting modes ISO sensitivity AUTO 100-6400 in steps of 1/3 EV; Hi - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 73
The Shooting Menu ISO sensitivity can also be adjusted using the ISO sensitivity settings option in the shooting menu (0 155). A See Also For information on enabling auto ISO sensitivity control in P, S, A, or M modes, see page 155. For information on using the High ISO NR option in the shooting - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 74
clock is set correctly (0 170). Use of a tripod is recommended. Mount the camera on a tripod before shooting begins. To ensure that shooting is not interrupted, be sure the battery is fully charged or use an optional EH-5b AC adapter and EP-5A power connector. 1 Select Interval timer shooting - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 75
with the supplied DK-5 eyepiece cap (0 38). A Other Settings Settings can not be adjusted during interval timer photography. Regardless of the release mode selected, the camera takes one photograph at each interval; in mode J, camera noise will be reduced. Bracketing (0 88), multiple exposure (0 78 - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 76
3 Release mode m, w Other shooting modes Focus mode Viewfinder Shooting modes other than % Live view/movie Auto Continuous Single frame AF-A AF-S 54 Picture Control settings P, S, A, M Exposure compensation %, P, S, A, M 35 Flash compensation P, S, A, M Flash mode i, k, p, n, w, g 39 o 100 s AF - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 77
S, A, M Default Center Off Off Off Off 0 Option 43 Special effects mode g 166 Vividness Outlines ( 62 Orientation Width 3 76 Color Color range 78 1 Focus point not displayed if e (Auto-area AF) is selected for AF-area mode. Default 0 0 0 118 Landscape Normal 119 Off 3 120 z 59 - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 78
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; camera selects shutter speed for best results. Use to blur background or bring both foreground and background into focus. M Manual (0 65) User controls both shutter speed and aperture. Set shutter speed to "Bulb" or "Time" for long time-exposures. D Lens Aperture Rings When using a CPU lens - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 80
, a U (R) indicator appears in the viewfinder and information display. To restore default shutter speed and aperture settings, rotate the command dial until the indicator is no longer displayed, choose another mode, or turn the camera off. A See Also See page 219 for information on the built-in - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 81
Mode S (Shutter-Priority Auto) In shutter-priority auto, you choose the shutter speed while the camera automatically selects the aperture that will produce the optimal exposure. Use slow shutter speeds to suggest motion by blurring moving subjects, fast shutter speeds to "freeze" motion. Fast - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 82
Mode A (Aperture-Priority Auto) In aperture-priority auto, you choose the aperture while the camera automatically selects the shutter speed that will produce details in the background and foreground. Short field depths are generally used in portraits to blur background details, long field depths in - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 83
Mode M (Manual) In manual exposure mode, you control both shutter speed and aperture. To take photographs in manual exposure mode: 1 Rotate the mode dial to M. Mode dial 2 Choose aperture and shutter speed. Checking the exposure indicator (see below), adjust shutter speed and aperture. Shutter - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 84
NR in the shooting menu (0 154). 2 Rotate the mode dial to M. Mode dial 3 Choose a shutter speed. Rotate the command dial to choose a shutter speed of Bulb (A). For a shutter speed of "Time" (&), select a remote control release mode (0 35) after choosing the shutter speed. Command dial 66 - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 85
. Bulb: After focusing, press the shutter-release button on the camera or optional remote cord all the way down. Keep the shutter-release button pressed until the exposure is complete. Time: Press the ML-L3 shutter-release button all the way down. 5 Close the shutter. Bulb: Take your finger off the - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 86
camera sets exposure in P, S, A, and M modes (in other modes, the camera selects the metering method automatically). Method Description Produces natural results in most situations. Camera uses Highlight an option and press J. To return to shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway. 68 - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 87
note that autoexposure lock is not available in i or j mode. 1 Meter exposure. Position the subject in the center of the frame (center-weighted metering) or the selected focus point (spot metering) and press the shutter-release button halfway to set focus and meter exposure. Check that the in-focus - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 88
the value suggested by the camera, making pictures brighter or darker. It is most effective when used with M (Center-weighted mode, press the shutter-release button halfway. Normal exposure can be restored by setting exposure compensation to ±0. Exposure compensation is not reset when the camera - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 89
set by pressing the E button and rotating the command dial. The selected value is shown in the viewfinder and information display. E button Command dial -0.3 EV +2 EV A Mode M In mode M, exposure compensation affects only the exposure indicator; shutter speed and aperture do not change. A Using - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 90
Compensation Flash compensation is used to alter flash output from the level suggested by the camera, changing the brightness of mode, press the shutter-release button halfway. Normal flash output can be restored by setting flash compensation to ±0. Flash compensation is not reset when the camera - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 91
Flash compensation is also available with optional flash units that support the Nikon t Creative Lighting System (CLS; see page 203). The SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, and SB-600 also allow flash compensation to be set using the controls on the flash unit. The flash compensation selected with the - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 92
scenes, for example when photographing brightly lit outdoor scenery through a door or window or taking pictures of shaded subjects on a sunny day. It is most effective when used with L (Matrix metering; 0 68). t Active D-Lighting: ! Off Active D-Lighting: Y Auto 1 Place the cursor in the - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 93
the camera will automatically adjust Active D-Lighting according to shooting conditions. To return to shooting mode, press the shutter-release button used at ISO sensitivities of Hi 0.3 or above. A setting of Y Auto is equivalent to Q Normal in mode M or when center-weighted or spot metering is used - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 94
be used while HDR is in effect. + First exposure (darker) Second exposure (brighter) 1 Select HDR (High Dynamic Range). t Press the G button to display the menus. Highlight HDR (High Dynamic Range) in the shooting menu and press 2. Combined HDR image 2 Enable HDR. Highlight HDR mode and - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 95
, and shoot. The camera takes two exposures when the shutter-release button is pressed all mode dial to a setting other than P, S, A, or M. D Framing HDR Photographs The edges of the image may be cropped out. The desired results may not be achieved if the camera or subject move during shooting. Use - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 96
exposures can make use of RAW data from the camera image sensor to review (0 150) option in the playback menu and extend the monitor-off delay for image review using Custom Setting c2 (Auto off timers press 2. 2 Enable multiple exposure mode. Highlight Multiple exposure mode and press 2. G button - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 97
exposure. In self-timer mode, the camera will automatically record the number of exposures selected in Step 3, regardless of the option selected for Custom Setting c3 (Self-timer) > Number of shots (0 160). In other release modes, one photograph will be taken each time the shutter-release button is - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 98
The mode dial is rotated to a setting other than P, S, A, or M • A two-button reset is performed (0 58) • The camera is turned off • The battery is in the playback photo information display (including metering, exposure, shooting mode, focal length, date of recording and camera orientation) is for - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 99
display. Information display P button 2 Display white balance options. Highlight the current white balance setting in the information display and press J. 3 Choose a white balance option. Highlight an option and press J. To return to shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway. 81 - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 100
I Fluorescent option in the White balance menu can be used to select the light source from the bulb types shown the color of a light source, defined with reference to the temperature to which an object would temperature appear tinged with blue. The camera white balance options are adapted to the - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 101
The fine-tuning options shown at right will be displayed. Fine-tuning is not available with Preset manual white balance. t Coordinates Adjustment 3 Fine tune white balance. Use the multi selector to fine-tune white balance. Increase green Increase blue Increase amber Increase magenta A White - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 102
object is placed under lighting that will be used in final photo and white balance measured by camera (see below). Use photo White balance is copied from photo on memory card (0 87). ❚❚ Measuring a Value for Preset White Balance 1 Light a reference object. Place a neutral gray or white object - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 103
a will flash in the viewfinder for about eight seconds before the camera returns to shooting mode. To return to shooting mode immediately, press the shutter-release button halfway. If lighting is too dark or too bright, the camera may be unable to measure white balance. A message will appear in - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 104
selected by pressing the Fn button and rotating the command dial, the camera will also enter preset measurement mode if the Fn button is pressed for a few seconds. t A Studio Settings In studio settings, a standard gray panel can be used as a reference object when measuring preset white balance. 86 - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 105
G button. Highlight White balance in the shooting menu and press 2 to display white balance options. Highlight Preset manual and press 2. G button 2 Select Use photo. Highlight Use photo and press 2. t 3 Choose Select image. Highlight Select image and press 2 (to skip the remaining steps and - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 106
to check results and adjust settings with each shot, or to experiment with different settings for the same subject. Option shutter is released, the camera creates three images, each with a different white balance. Not available with image qualities of NEF (RAW). ! ADL bracketing Take one photo - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 107
compensation and are reflected in the values shown for shutter speed and aperture. WB bracketing: Each shot is processed to create be taken with Active D-Lighting set to Auto). In continuous release mode, shooting will pause after each bracketing cycle. If the camera is turned off before all - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 108
(mode P), aperture (mode S), or shutter speed (modes A and M). If auto ISO sensitivity control is enabled in modes P, S, and A, the camera will automatically vary ISO sensitivity for optimum exposure when the limits of the camera exposure system are exceeded; in mode M, the camera will first use - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 109
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 six Picture Controls. In P, S, A, and M modes - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 110
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 Display the Picture Control menu. To display the menus, press the G button. Highlight Set Picture Control in the shooting menu and - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 111
the frame. A Preset Picture Controls Versus Custom Picture Controls The Picture Controls supplied with the camera are referred to as preset Picture Controls. Custom Picture Controls are created through modifications to existing Picture Controls using the Manage Picture Control option in the shooting - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 112
display in the Picture Control setting menu indicates the previous value for the setting. Use this as a reference when adjusting settings. t A Custom Picture Controls The options available with custom picture controls are the same as those on which the custom picture control was based. A Filter - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 113
Creating Custom Picture Controls The Picture Controls supplied with the camera can be modified and saved as custom Picture Controls. 1 Select Manage Picture Control. To display the menus, press the G button. Highlight Manage Picture Control in the shooting menu and press 2. 2 Select Save/edit. - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 114
. The text-entry dialog shown at right will be displayed. By default, new Picture Controls Keyboard area are named by adding a two-digit number (assigned automatically) to the name of the Name area existing Picture Control; to use the default name, proceed to Step 7. To move the cursor in the - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 115
99) on the memory card. A Saving Custom Picture Controls Up 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 can not be copied to the - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 116
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. 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 Except in i and j modes, exposure can be locked by pressing the AE-L/AF-L button. 4 Take the picture. Press the shutter-release button the rest of the - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 118
point. ❚❚ Choosing a Focus Mode The following focus modes are available in live view: Option Description AF-S Single-servo AF For stationary subjects. Focus locks when shutter-release button is pressed halfway. AF-F Full-timeservo AF For moving subjects. Camera focuses continuously during - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 119
❚❚ Choosing an AF-Area Mode In modes other than i and j, the following AF-area modes can be selected in live view: Option Description 6 Face-priority AF The camera automatically detects and focuses on portrait subjects facing the camera. Use for portraits. 7 Wide-area AF Use for hand-held - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 120
area mode (0 101). 6 (face-priority AF): A double yellow border will be displayed when the camera detects a portrait subject facing the camera (if multiple faces, up to a maximum of 35, are detected, the camera will focus on the closest subject; to choose a different subject, use the multi selector - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 121
. Displayed if shooting will end in 30 s or less. 105 t Focus mode The current focus mode. 100 y AF-area mode The current AF-area mode. 101 u Time remaining (movie mode) The recording time remaining in movie mode. 107 i Movie frame size The frame size of movies recorded in movie - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 122
in the monitor. A HDMI When the camera is attached to an HDMI video device, the camera monitor will turn off and the video device will display the view through the lens as shown at right. If the device supports HDMI-CEC, select Off for the HDMI > Device control option in the setup menu (0 148 - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 123
view or to record movies x • The camera has been used in continuous release mode for extended periods If a warning is displayed when you attempt to start live view, wait for the internal circuits to cool and then try again. D The Count Down Display A count down will be displayed 30 s before live - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 124
in a skyscraper) • The subject is moving Note that the focus point may sometimes be displayed in green when the camera is unable to focus. A Manual Focus To focus in manual focus mode (0 45), rotate the x lens focus ring until the subject is in focus. To magnify the view in the monitor up to about - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 125
can record both video and sound; do not cover the microphone on the front of the camera during recording). A recording indicator and the time available are displayed in the monitor. Except in i and j modes, exposure can be locked by pressing the AE-L/AF-L button (0 69) or (in modes P, S, A, M, and - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 126
• The camera has been used in continuous release mode for extended periods If a warning is displayed when you attempt to start live view or movie recording, wait for the internal circuits to cool and then try again. Matrix metering is used regardless of the metering method selected. Shutter speed - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 127
options. The frame rate depends on the option currently selected for Video mode in the setup menu (0 170): Movie quality Frame size (pixels) Frame rate Quality Bit rate (high/normal quality) r 30 fps 1, 2 s 1920 × 1080 25 fps 2, 3 18 Mbps/10 Mbps k 24 fps l o 1280 × 720 30 fps 1 25 fps - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 128
total length The following operations can be performed: To Use Volume Guide Description Pause Pause playback. Play y Advance/ rewind press AE-L/AF-L while movie is paused (0 111). /K Press 1 or K to exit to full-frame playback. Exit to shooting mode Press shutter-release button halfway - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 129
1 Display a movie full frame. 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. K button 2 to keep. 3 Display the retouch menu. Press the AE-L/AF-L button to display the retouch menu. AE - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 130
. The copy will not be saved if there is insufficient space available on the memory card. To prevent the camera from turning off unexpectedly, use a fully-charged battery when editing movies. A The Retouch Menu Movies can also be edited using the Edit movie option in the retouch menu (0 176). 112 - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 131
at the frame you intend to copy. 2 Display the retouch menu. Press the AE-L/AF-L button to display the retouch menu. AE-L/AF-L button 3 Choose Save selected frame. Highlight Save selected frame and press J. y 4 retouched. JPEG movie stills lack some categories of photo information (0 124). 113 - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 132
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recorded instead of NEF (RAW) images. A The 1 Icon If a 1 icon is displayed in g or ( mode, no pictures will be taken while the shutter-release button is pressed in continuous release mode. A The Retouch Menu The Color sketch (0 186), Miniature effect (0 188), and Selective color (0 189) options - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 134
manual focus can be used if the camera is unable to focus. The built-in flash and AF-assist illuminator turn off; use of a tripod is recommended to reduce blur. The camera detects and colors outlines for a color sketch effect. Movies shot in this mode drops in continuous release mode. Autofocus is - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 135
than the selected colors are recorded in black and white. The effect can be chosen during live view (0 120). The built-in flash turns off; use of a tripod is recommended when lighting is poor. Silhouette subjects against bright backgrounds. The built-in flash turns off - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 136
view. Rotate the live view switch to raise the mirror and display the view through the lens in the monitor. Live view switch 2 Adjust options. Press J to display the options shown saturated. Press J to exit when settings are complete. To exit live view, rotate the live view switch. The selected - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 137
lens in the monitor. Live view switch 2 Position the focus point. Use the multi selector to position the focus point in the area that will be in focus and then press the shutter-release , rotate the live view switch. The selected settings will continue in effect and will apply to photographs taken - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 138
live view switch to raise the mirror and display the view through the lens in the monitor. 2 Display options. Press J to display selective color of the object as one that will remain in the final image (the camera may have difficulty detecting unsaturated colors; choose a saturated color). To % - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 139
will be recorded in color; all others will be recorded in black-and-white. To exit live view, rotate the live view switch. The selected settings will continue in effect and will apply to photographs taken - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 140
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protect status Return to shooting mode Display menus Retouch photo or play movie Use W X O L (A) shutter-release button halfway. Monitor will turn off; photographs can be taken immediately. See page 149 for more information. Create retouched copy of current photograph (0 176). If current picture - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 142
04/2011 10: 02 : 27 8 7 N I KON D5100 1/ 12 RGB histogram MTR, SPD, AP. EXP. MODE, I SO FOCAL LENGTH LENS AF / VR FLASH TYPE SYNC MODE , : , 1/ 250 ,F11 : , 100 : -1. 3 : 35mm : 18-55 / 3. 5-5. 6 : A / VR-On : Bu i l t - i n : : TTL-BL, +1. 0 N I KON D5100 1/12 Shooting data 3 1/12 NORMAL - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 143
White balance fine-tuning 83 1 2 3 4 N I KON D5100 7 Preset manual 84 4 Camera name 8 5 Histogram (RGB channel). In all histograms, 1/ displayed, press X. Use the X and W buttons to zoom in and out and scroll the image with the multi selector. The histogram will be updated to show only - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 144
MTR, SPD, AP. EXP. MODE, I SO FOCAL LENGTH LENS AF / VR FLASH TYPE SYNC MODE, , : , 1/ 250 ,F11 : , 100 : -1. 3 : 35mm : 18-55 / 3. 5-5. 6 : A / VR-On : Bu i l t - i n : : TTL-BL, +1. 0 N I KON D5100 1/12 12 13 1 Protect status 132 2 Retouch indicator 177 3 Metering 68 Shutter speed 63, 65 - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 145
if VR lens is attached. 3 Displayed only if photo was taken using optional flash unit with command function. 4 Standard, Vivid, Portrait, and Landscape Picture Controls only. 5 Neutral, Monochrome, and custom Picture Controls. I 6 Not displayed with monochrome Picture Controls. 7 Monochrome - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 146
68 25 Flash compensation 72 13 Shooting mode 26, 30, 61, 115 Commander mode 2 14 Shutter speed 63, 65 26 Exposure compensation 70 I 1 Displayed in red if photo was taken with auto ISO sensitivity control on. 2 Displayed only if photo was taken using optional flash unit with command function - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 147
button. W W W W X Full-frame playback To Use Display more images W Display fewer images X Highlight images View highlighted image Delete highlighted photo Change protect status of highlighted photo Return to shooting mode Display menus J O L (A) G X X Thumbnail playback X Calendar - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 148
photo Return to shooting mode Display menus Use W X J O L (A) G Description Press W button in date list to place cursor in thumbnail list. Press again to return to date list. • Date list: Exit to 72-frame playback. • Thumbnail list: Press and hold X button to zoom in on highlighted picture. • Date - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 149
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 (A) See page 132 for more information. Return to shooting mode Press shutter-release button halfway. Monitor will turn off; photographs can be - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 150
Protecting Photographs from Deletion In full-frame, zoom, thumbnail, and calendar playback, the L button can be used to protect photographs from accidental deletion. Protected files can not be deleted using the O button or the Delete option in the playback menu. Note that protected images will be - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 151
in the thumbnail list, press the O button. To delete multiple selected photographs, all photographs taken on a selected date, or all photographs in the current playback folder, use the Delete option in the playback menu. Once deleted, photographs can not be recovered. Full-Frame, Thumbnail, and - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 152
Selected Delete selected pictures. n Select date Delete all pictures taken on a selected date. R All Delete all pictures in the folder 2. G button 3 I Highlight a picture. Use the multi selector to highlight a picture (to view the highlighted picture full screen, press and hold the X - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 153
Taken on a Selected Date 1 Choose Select Date. In the delete menu, highlight Select date and press 2. 2 Highlight a date. Press 1 or 3 to highlight a date. To view the pictures taken on the highlighted date, press W. Use the multi selector to scroll through the pictures, or press and hold - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 154
View additional photo info Change photo info displayed (0 124). Pause/resume slide show Exit to playback menu Exit to playback mode Exit to shooting mode J Pause show. Press again to resume. G See page 149 for more information. K End show and return to playback mode. Press shutter-release button - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 155
. If in doubt, charge the battery before use or use an EH-5b AC adapter and EP-5A power connector (available separately). ❚❚ Supplied Software ViewNX 2 includes a "Nikon Transfer 2" function for copying pictures from the camera to the computer, where ViewNX 2 can be used to view and print selected - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 156
ends. Nikon Transfer 2 will close automatically when transfer is complete. A Camera Control Pro 2 Camera Control Pro 2 (available separately; 0 206) can be used to control the camera from a computer. When Camera Control Pro 2 is used to capture photographs directly to the computer, a capture mode - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 157
USB Connection Be sure the EN-EL14 battery is fully charged or use an optional EH-5b AC adapter and EP-5A power connector. When taking photographs to be printed via direct USB connection, set Color space to sRGB (0 153). Connecting the Printer Connect the camera using the supplied UC-E6 USB cable - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 158
3 Turn the camera on. A welcome screen will be displayed in the monitor, followed by a PictBridge playback display. q w Printing Pictures One at a Time 1 Select a picture. Press 4 or 2 to view additional pictures, or press 1 or 3 to view photo information (0 124). Press the X button to zoom in on - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 159
1 or 3 to choose Printer default (print using current printer settings), Print time stamp (print time and date of recording on photo), or No time stamp, then press J to select and return to previous menu. This option is available only with printers that support cropping. Menu shown at right will be - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 160
and the number of prints will be set to 1; press 1 or 3 to specify the number of prints (up to 99; to deselect the picture, press 3 when the number of prints is 1). Continue until all the desired pictures have been selected. X button: View photo full screen D Selecting Photographs for Printing - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 161
and press 2 to toggle the highlighted date on or off. To view the pictures taken on the selected date, press W. Use the multi selector to scroll through the pictures, or press and hold X to view the current picture full screen. Press W again to W button: View photos for selected return to the - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 162
print order option in the playback menu is used to create digital "print orders" for PictBridge-compatible printers and devices that support DPOF. 1 Choose Select/set for the DPOF print order item in the playback menu. Press the G button and select DPOF print order in the playback menu. Highlight - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 163
the steps in "Printing Multiple Pictures" to modify and print the current order (0 142). DPOF print date and shooting data options are not supported when printing via direct USB connection; to print the date of recording on photographs in the current print order, use the PictBridge Time stamp option - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 164
screen. Note that the edges of images may not be displayed. A Video Mode If no image is displayed, check that camera is correctly connected and that the option selected for Video mode (0 170) matches the video standard used in the TV. A Television Playback Use of an EH-5b AC adapter and EP-5A power - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 165
in stereo using an optional ME-1 stereo microphone (0 109, 207) is viewed on a television connected to the camera via an A/V cable, the audio output is monaural. HDMI connections support stereo output. Volume can be adjusted using television controls; the camera controls can not be used. 147 - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 166
option in the setup menu controls output resolution and can be used to enable the camera for remote control from devices that support HDMI-CEC (HighDefinition Multimedia Interface-Consumer Electronics Control, a standard that allows HDMI devices to be used to control peripherals to which they are - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 167
MMenu Guide D review On 150 DPOF print order Default 0 Off 150 - 2 s 136 - 144 Playback Folder G button ➜ D playback menu Choose a folder for playback: Option Description Only photos when a photo is taken. If a memory card is inserted and this option selected before photos have been - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 168
in the playback photo information display (0 124). Press 1 or 3 to highlight an option, then press 2 to select the option for the photo information display. review. Option Description "Tall" (portrait-orientation) pictures are automatically rotated for display in the On camera monitor. Pictures - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 169
82 Auto ISO sensitivity control Release mode 91 Multiple exposure Manage Picture Control Auto distortion control Color space - 95 Movie settings Off 153 Movie quality 3 sRGB 153 Microphone Active D-Lighting HDR (high dynamic range) Auto 74 Interval timer shooting Off 1 76 Default - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 170
folder: Choose the folder in which subsequent photographs will be stored. D5100 (default folder) Current folder Other folders (in alphabetical order) digit folder number assigned automatically by the camera (e.g., 100D5100). Each folder can contain up to 999 photographs. During shooting, pictures - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 171
that will be extensively processed or retouched after leaving the camera. A Color Space Color spaces define the correspondence between colors and the numeric values that represent them in a digital image file. The sRGB color space is widely used, while the Adobe RGB color space is typically - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 172
at shutter speeds slower than 1 s will be processed to reduce noise (bright spots, randomly-spaced bright pixels, or fog), increasing the time required to record images by roughly 1.5 to 2 times. During processing, "l m" will blink in the viewfinder and pictures can not be taken (if the camera is - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 173
adjusted if underexposure would result at the shutter speed selected for Minimum shutter speed (1/2000-1 s; in modes S and M, sensitivity will be adjusted for optimal exposure at the shutter speed selected by the user). Slower shutter speeds will be used only if optimum exposure can not be achieved - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 174
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. Custom Setting groups Main menu Reset custom settings (0 157) L - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 175
mode d5 Print date Off 162 Off 163 e Bracketing/flash e1 Flash cntrl for built-in flash e2 Auto bracketing set TTL 164 AE bracketing 165 f Controls f1 Assign E/Fn button f2 Assign AE-L/AF-L button f3 Reverse dial rotation Self-timer 165 AE/AF lock 166 No 166 f4 Slot empty release - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 176
menu When AF-C is selected for viewfinder photography (0 39), this option controls whether photographs can be taken whenever the shutter-release button is pressed (release priority) or only when the camera is in focus (focus priority). Option G Release F Focus Description Photos can be taken - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 177
a3: Rangefinder G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Choose On to use the exposure indicator to determine whether the camera is correctly focused in manual focus mode (0 65; note that this function is not available in shooting mode M, when the exposure indicator instead shows whether the subject is - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 178
off automatically when the camera is connected to a computer or printer via USB. c3: Self-Timer G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu Choose the length of the shutter release delay and the number of shots taken. • Self-timer delay: Choose the length of the shutter-release delay. L • Number of shots - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 179
or Low) of the beep that sounds when the camera focuses using single-servo AF (AF-S or when single-servo AF is selected for AF-A; 0 39), when focus locks in live view, while the release timer is counting down in self-timer and delayed remote release modes (0 37), and when a photograph is taken in - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 180
memory card or insert a new memory card. d4: Exposure Delay Mode G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu In situations where the slightest camera movement can blur pictures, select On to delay shutter release until about 1 s after the shutter-release button is pressed and the mirror is raised. L 162 - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 181
the current DPOF print order (0 141). ❚❚ Date Counter Pictures taken while this option is in effect are imprinted with the number of days remaining until a future date or the number of days elapsed since a past date. Use it to track the growth of a child or count down the days until a birthday or - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 182
mode for the SB-400 to be selected from TTL and Manual. A Flash Control The following types of flash control are supported when a CPU lens is used in combination with the built-in flash or optional SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, SB-600, and SB-400 flash units. • i-TTL Balanced Fill-Flash for Digital - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 183
Settings menu Choose the role played by the Fn (E) button. If an item marked with an asterisk ("*") is selected, a white-on-black icon corresponding to the item will appear in the information display (Fn is displayed when Release mode is selected). Fn button Option Description E Self-timer - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 184
no pictures will be 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. f5: Reverse Indicators G button ➜ A Custom Settings menu L At the default setting of - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 185
210 Image Dust Off ref photo GPS - 172 Lock mirror up for cleaning1 Video mode 2 - - 212 Auto meter-off 170 Use GPS to set camera clock Enable Yes 174 HDMI Eye-Fi upload 3 Enable 175 Output resolution Device control Auto On 148 Firmware version - 175 Flicker reduction 2 - 170 - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 186
Monitor Brightness G button ➜ B setup menu Press 1 or 3 to choose monitor brightness. Choose higher values for increased brightness, lower values for reduced brightness. Info Display Format G button ➜ B setup menu Choose from the following two formats for the information display (0 5). Classic - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 187
compensation...... 70 6 Picture Control 91 7 Image quality 47 8 Image size 49 9 White balance 81 10 ISO sensitivity 54 11 Release mode 35 12 Focus mode 39, 100 13 AF-area mode 42, 101 14 Metering 68 15 Active D-Lighting 74 16 Bracketing increment...........89 17 Manual flash indicator - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 188
best results. Flicker reduction may not produce the desired results if the subject is very bright, in which case you should select mode A or M and choose a smaller aperture (larger f-number) before starting live view. Time Zone and Date G button ➜ B setup menu Change time zones, set the camera - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 189
➜ B setup menu Choose a language for camera menus and messages. The following options are available NX 2 (available separately; 0 206). The comment is also visible on the shooting data page in the photo information display (0 127). • Done: Save changes and return to the setup menu. • Input comment: - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 190
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 lens with a focal length of at least 50 mm is recommended. When using - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 191
it fills the viewfinder and then press the shutter-release button halfway. In autofocus mode, focus will automatically be set to infinity; in manual focus mode, set focus to infinity manually. 3 Acquire dust off reference data. Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to acquire - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 192
GPS G button ➜ B setup menu This item is used to adjust settings for optional GP-1 GPS units. The GP-1 can be connected to the camera's accessory terminal (0 207) using the cable supplied with the GP-1, allowing information on the camera's current position to be recorded when photographs are taken - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 193
in some countries or regions; consult the manufacturer for more information. Eye-Fi cards are for use only in the country of purchase. Be sure the Eye-Fi card firmware has been updated to the latest version. Firmware Version View the current camera firmware version. G button ➜ B setup menu g 175 - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 194
used to create trimmed or retouched copies of existing pictures, and are only available when a memory card containing photographs is inserted in the camera 180 ( Distortion control 185 f Edit photos are saved as large fine-quality JPEG images. Time stamps added with Custom Setting d5 (Print Date - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 195
the retouch menu and press 2. 2 Select a picture. Highlight a picture and press J. A Retouch The camera may not be able to display or retouch images if desired, the delay can be extended by choosing Long for Custom Setting c2 (Auto off timers; 0 160). 4 Create a retouched copy. Press J to create a - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 196
before proceeding. To Use Description Zoom in X Press X button to zoom in, W button to zoom out. While photo is zoomed in, use multi Zoom out W by yellow border. Press J to cancel zoom. Create copy u If the camera detects red-eye in the selected photograph, a copy will J be created that - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 197
. To Increase size of crop Reduce size of crop Change crop aspect ratio Use Description X Press the X button to increase the size of the crop. RAW) or NEF (RAW) + JPEG photos have an image quality of JPEG fine (0 47); cropped copies created from JPEG photos have the same image quality as the - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 198
filter effects as described below, press J to copy the photograph. Option Skylight Warm filter Description Creates the effect of a skylight filter, making the picture less blue. The effect can be previewed in the monitor as shown at right. Creates a copy with warm tone filter effects, giving the - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 199
the X button. The histogram will be updated to show data only for the portion of use of RAW data from the camera image sensor, are noticeably better than overlays created in an imaging application. The new picture is saved at current image quality and size settings; before creating an overlay, set - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 200
2 Select the first image. Use the multi selector to highlight the first photograph in the overlay photo info (including date of recording, metering, shutter speed, u aperture, shooting mode, exposure compensation, focal length, and image orientation) and values for white balance and Picture Control - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 201
mode. Note that white balance is not available with pictures created with multiple exposure or image overlay, and that exposure compensation can only be set to values between -2 and +2 EV. Image quality (0 47) Image size (0 49) White balance (0 81) Exposure compensation (0 70) Picture Control - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 202
Choose a size. Highlight Choose size and press 2. The options shown at right will be displayed; highlight an option and press J. 3 Choose pictures. Highlight Select image and press 2. Highlight pictures using the multi selector and press the W button to select or deselect (to view the highlighted - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 203
distortion. Select Auto to let the 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 using auto distortion control; see page 153). Press 2 to reduce - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 204
menu Create copies that appear to have been taken with a fisheye lens. Press 2 to increase the effect (this also increases the Color Outline G button ➜ N retouch menu Create an outline copy of a photograph to use as a base for painting. The effect can be previewed in the edit display. Press - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 205
➜ N retouch menu Create copies that reduce the effects of perspective taken from the base of a tall object. Use the multi selector to adjust perspective (note that greater amounts of perspective control result in more of the edges being cropped out). The results can be previewed in the edit display - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 206
menu Create a copy that appears to be a photo of a diorama. Works best with photos taken from a high vantage point. To Choose orientation Press Description W Press W to choose orientation of area that is in focus. Choose position If photo is displayed in wide orientation, press 1 or 3 to - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 207
and proceed to the next step. 3 Select a color. Selected color Use the multi selector to position the cursor over an object and press L final copy (the camera may have difficulty detecting unsaturated colors; choose a saturated color). To zoom in on the L (A) button picture for precise color - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 208
5 Choose the color range. Press 1 or 3 to increase or decrease the range of similar hues that will be included in the final photograph or movie. Choose from values between 1 and 7; note that higher values may include hues from other colors. The effect can be previewed in the edit display. 6 Select - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 209
. Press 4 or 2 to switch between the source image and the retouched copy. To view the highlighted picture full frame, press and hold the X button. If the copy was created from two images using Image overlay, press 1 or 3 to Source Retouched image copy view the other source image. If multiple - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 210
/O My Menu To display the recent settings menu, press G and select the m (recent settings) tab. G button The recent settings menu lists the twenty most recently used settings, with the most recently-used items first. Press 1 or 3 to highlight an option and press 2 to select. A Removing Items from - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 211
❚❚ 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. 4 Position the new item. Press 1 or 3 to - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 212
❚❚ 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 D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 213
❚❚ 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. 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 additional - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 214
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AF-I lenses to get the most from your camera. Vibration Reduction (VR) supported with VR lenses. 2 Spot metering meters selected focus point (0 68). 3 Can not be used with shifting or tilting. 4 The camera's exposure metering and flash control systems may not function as expected when the lens - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 216
A Identifying CPU and Type G and D Lenses CPU lenses can be identified by the presence of CPU contacts, type G and D lenses by a letter on the lens barrel. Type G lenses are not equipped with a lens aperture ring. CPU contacts Aperture ring CPU lens Type G lens Type D lens n 198 - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 217
manually via the lens aperture ring and the camera metering system, i-TTL flash control, and other features requiring a CPU lens can not be used. Some non-CPU lenses can not be used; see "Incompatible Accessories and Non-CPU Lenses," below. Camera setting Focus Mode MF (with electronic Lens - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 218
lenses at ranges less than those given below: Lens AF-S DX NIKKOR 10-24mm f/3.5-4.5G ED AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 12-24mm f/4G IF-ED AF-S NIKKOR 16-35mm f/4G ED VR AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 17-35mm f/2.8D IF-ED AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 17-55mm f/2.8G IF-ED AF Zoom-Nikkor 18 - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 219
lenses: • AF-S NIKKOR 14-24mm f/2.8G ED • AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 80-200mm f/2.8D IF-ED • AF-S NIKKOR 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR • AF-S VR Nikkor 200mm f/2G IF-ED • AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR • AF-S NIKKOR 200mm f/2G ED VR II • AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G IF-ED • AF-S VR - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 220
Optional Flash Units (Speedlights) 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 D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 221
white balance, the camera will automatically detect the filter and adjust white balance appropriately. 2 Controlled remotely using optional SB-900, Guide Number To calculate the range of the flash at full power, divide the Guide Number by the aperture. For example, at ISO 100 the SB-800 has a Guide - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 222
unit only. 2 Flash mode is automatically set to TTL and shutter-release is disabled. Set flash unit to A (non-TTL auto flash). 3 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. 4 Available when camera is used to select flash - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 223
on Optional Flash Units Refer to the Speedlight manual for detailed instructions. If the flash unit supports CLS, refer to the section on CLS-compatible digital SLR cameras. The D5100 is not included in the "digital SLR" category in the SB-80DX, SB-28DX, and SB-50DX manuals. If an optional flash - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 224
14-15): Additional EN-EL14 batteries are available from local retailers and Nikon-authorized service representatives. • Battery Charger MH-24 (0 14): Recharge EN-EL14 batteries. • Power Connector EP-5A, AC Adapter EH-5b: These accessories can be used to power the camera for extended periods (EH-5a - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 225
4 mark on the connector aligned with the 2 next to the accessory terminal (close the connector cover when the terminal is not in use). Approved Memory Cards The following SD memory cards have been tested and approved for use in the D5100. Cards with class 6 or faster write speeds are recommended - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 226
power connector and AC adapter. 1 Ready the camera. Open the battery-chamber (q) and power connector (w) covers. 2 Insert the EP-5A power connector. Be sure to insert the connector in the orientation shown, using the connector to keep the orange battery latch pressed to one side. The latch locks - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 227
malfunction. Do not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals. D Servicing the Camera and Accessories The camera is a precision device and requires regular servicing. Nikon recommends that the camera be inspected by the original retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative once every - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 228
The 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 - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 229
Highlight an option and press J. D Image Sensor Cleaning Using camera controls interrupts image sensor cleaning. Image sensor cleaning may not be removed using the options in the Clean image sensor menu, clean the image sensor manually (0 212) or consult a Nikon-authorized service representative. - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 230
using the Clean image sensor option in the setup menu (0 210), the filter can be cleaned manually as described below. Note, however, that the filter is extremely delicate and easily damaged. Nikon recommends that the filter be cleaned only by Nikon-authorized service personnel. 1 Charge the battery - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 231
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. A Use a Reliable Power Source The - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 232
: When cleaning the camera body, use a blower to gently remove dust and lint, then wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth. After using the camera at the beach or seaside, wipe off any sand or salt using a cloth lightly dampened in pure water and then dry the camera thoroughly. The lens and mirror are - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 233
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 even when off and could draw the battery down to the point that it will no longer - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 234
2 Set Picture Control 2 Auto distortion control Color space Active D-Lighting 2 HDR (high dynamic range) 2 Long exposure NR High ISO NR ISO sensitivity settings 2 Release mode 2 Multiple exposure 2 Movie settings Interval timer shooting Focus mode (viewfinder) AF-area mode (viewfinder) Focus mode - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 235
number sequence d4: Exposure delay mode d5: Print date e1: Flash cntrl for built-in flash e2: Auto bracketing set f1: Assign E/Fn button f2: Assign AE-L/AF-L button f3: Reverse dial rotation f4: Slot empty release lock f5: Reverse indicators 1 Reset - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 236
pictures that can be stored on an 8 GB Toshiba R95 W80MB/s UHS-I SDHC card at different image quality and size settings exposure noise reduction (0 154) or auto distortion control (0 153) is on. 3 Image size digit number between 0001 and 9999 assigned automatically in ascending order by the camera, - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 237
− f22 Exposure Program (Mode P) The exposure program for mode P is shown in the following graph: F (lens focal length) ≤ 55 mm 55mm < F ≤ 135 mm 135 mm < F f1 f1.4 f2 f2.8 f4 f5.6 f8 f11 f16 f22 f32 1/2 1/4 1/8 1/15 1/30 1/60 1/125 1/250 1/500 1/1000 1/2000 1/4000 1/8000 Shutter speed (seconds) The - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 238
the adapter and turn the camera on again. If the problem persists after removing the battery from the camera, contact your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. Shooting (All Modes) Camera takes time to turn on: Delete files or folders. Shutter-release disabled: • Memory card is - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 239
Photos are out of focus: • AF-S or AF-I lens is not attached: use AF-S or AF-I lens or focus manually. • Camera unable to focus using autofocus (0 40): use manual focus or focus lock (0 44, 45). • Camera is in manual focus mode: focus manually (0 45). Focus does not lock when shutter-release button - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 240
of "Bulb" or "Time" selected in mode M: choose new shutter speed (0 63). Full range of shutter speeds not available: Flash in use (0 53). Colors are unnatural: • Adjust white balance to match light source (0 81). • Adjust Set Picture Control settings (0 91). Can not measure white balance: Subject - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 241
image rotation (0 172). • Camera orientation was changed while shutter-release button was pressed in continuous release mode or camera was pointed up or down when photo was taken (0 36). • Photo is displayed in image review (0 150). Can not delete picture: • Picture is protected: remove protection - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 242
). 18, 198 Lens not attached F/s • Attach non-IX NIKKOR lens. 197 (blinks) • If non-CPU lens is attached, select mode M. 65 Shutter release disabled. Recharge battery. This battery cannot be used. Choose battery designated Turn camera off and recharge or replace battery. d (blinks) Use Nikon - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 243
timer photography is in progress. Turn 57 camera off. Flash has fired at full power. Check photo in - monitor; if underexposed, adjust settings and try 53 N again. Flash is in TTL mode. Choose another setting or use a CPU lens. (blinks) Change flash mode setting on optional flash unit or use - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 244
updating firmware for optional flash unit. Contact Nikon-authorized service representative. - Error. Press shutter release button again. Start-up error. Contact a Nikon-authorized service representative. Release shutter using a Cannot select this file. - computer or different make of camera, - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 245
Specifications ❚❚ Nikon D5100 Digital Camera Type Type Single-lens reflex digital camera Lens mount Nikon F mount (with AF contacts) Effective angle of view Approx. 1.5 × lens focal length (Nikon DX format) Effective pixels Effective pixels 16.2 million Image sensor Image sensor 23.6 × - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 246
), E (self-timer), " (delayed remote), # (quick-response remote), J (quiet shutter release) Up to 4 fps (manual focus, mode M or S, shutter speed 1/250 s or faster, and other settings at default values) 2 s, 5 s, 10 s, 20 s; 1-9 exposures Exposure Metering TTL exposure metering using 420-pixel - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 247
g: Auto flash with auto pop-up P, S, A, M, 0: Manual pop-up with button release Guide Number Approx. 12/39, 13/43 with manual flash (m/ft, ISO 100, 20 °C/68 °F) Flash control • TTL: i-TTL balanced fill-flash and standard i-TTL flash for digital SLR using 420-pixel RGB sensor are available with - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 248
tuning. Live view Lens servo AF-area mode Autofocus Automatic scene selection • Autofocus (AF): Single-servo AF (AF-S); full-time-servo AF (AF-F) • Manual focus (MF) Face-priority AF, wide-area AF, normal-area AF, subject-tracking AF Contrast-detect AF anywhere in frame (camera selects focus point - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 249
stated, all figures are for a camera with a fully-charged battery operating at an ambient temperature of 20 °C (68 °F). • Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in this manual at any time and without prior notice. Nikon will not be held liable - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 250
48 g (1.7 oz.), excluding terminal cover AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR lens Type Type G AF-S DX NIKKOR zoom lens with built-in CPU and F mount for use exclusively with Nikon DX-format digital SLR cameras Focal length 18-55 mm Maximum aperture f/3.5-5.6 Lens construction 11 elements in - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 251
❚❚ The AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR The AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR is for use exclusively with Nikon DX format digital cameras. If the camera is equipped with an AF-ON button, vibration reduction will not be activated when the AF-ON button is pressed. A Using the Built-in Flash - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 252
• 52 mm Snap-on Front Lens Cap LC-52 A Optional Accessories • 52 mm screw-on filters • LF-1 and LF-4 rear lens caps • Flexible Lens Pouch CL-0815 • Lens Hood HB-45 (attaches as shown at right) q w q A A Note on Wide-Angle Lenses Autofocus may not provide the desired results with wide- and - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 253
widely used in the digital camera industry to ensure compatibility among different makes of camera. • DPOF: Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) is an industry-wide standard that allows pictures to be printed from print orders stored on the memory card. • Exif version 2.3: The D5100 supports Exif - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 254
the camera is used. Sample figures for EN-EL14 (1030 mAh) batteries are given below. • Single-frame release mode (CIPA standard 1): Approximately 660 shots • Continuous release mode (Nikon standard 2): Approximately 2200 shots 1 Measured at 23 °C/73.4 °F (±2 °C/3.6 °F) with an AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 255
(White balance 81 L (Preset manual 84 8 (Single frame 35 I (Continuous 35 E (Self-timer 35, 37 " (Delayed remote 35, 37 # (Quick-response remote) ...35, 37 J (Quiet shutter release 35 a (Live view 99 c (Single-point AF 42 d (Dynamic-area AF 42 e (Auto-area AF 42 f (3D-tracking (11 points - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 256
i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR 164 J JPEG 47 JPEG basic 47 JPEG fine 47 JPEG normal 47 L Landscape (Set Picture Control) 91 Language 19, 171 Large (Image size 49 Lens 17, 18, 197 Lens cap 17 Lens focus ring 17 Lens mount 1, 17, 46 Lens VR switch 17, 18 Live view 99, 107 Live - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 257
selector 104 Scene mode 30 Select date 142 Selective color 120, 189 Self-portrait 4 Self-timer 37, 160 Sensitivity 54, 155 Sepia 179 Set Picture Control 92 Setup menu 167 Shade (White balance 81 Shooting data 126 Shooting menu 151 Shutter-priority auto 63 Shutter-release button...27 - Nikon D5100 | Reference Manual - Page 258
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